MET Back Bay Reviews List

Dined on 6/13/2013

2013

Dined on 6/13/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I went with a group of 4 and we all really liked Met. We all got the Mac-n-cheese and loved it. Also, the wine I got was good and the calamari app (though small for 4 to share) was tasty. The Mac-n-cheese was creamy with bread crumbs. There seemed to be some parmesian baked in with the bread crumbs which was a nice change. I'd definitely recommend this dish!"

Dined on 6/13/2013

2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, hot spot

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Review 2 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food and service

Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food was very good. There were 3 of us and we all enjoyed what we ordered. Our server was excellent. He was attentive and anticipated our needs."

Dined on 5/25/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 3 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

brunch with friends

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"we heard this place was awesome and made reservations three months in advance to set a date (even though you couldve walked in with a 20 min wait) and it was well worth it! fabulous food and ambience. server wasnt trying to make friends but she was still nice!"

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 4 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had brunch at MET and really enjoyed our meal and the view of Newbury St. The special BLT Madame sandwich wasn't that memorable, but the other dishes were good. The fruit/yogurt/granola plate was very well-presented and more fresh and varied than most fruit plates."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly

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Review 5 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"MET Back Bay hosted a small group of us for the evening. While we did not order anything terribly complicated (tartare duo - delicious, burgers - tasty, salad with salmon - large serving, well prepared), we were treated to very good food, delectable drinks, and excellent service. A surprise had been arranged ahead of time and working with the staff at MET Back Bay was straightforward and pleasant. Thank you for helping to make the evening an enjoyable one, MET Back Bay!"

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 6 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Upstairs Dining Room

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Met up with an old friend so we wanted a table upstairs so we could catch up. We ordered the ham and cheese app, but the slicing machine was broken so we got the shrimp cocktail. It was yummy but the shrimp was not as large and fresh as an Abe and Louis or Atlantic Fish. My salad was a 3.4/5 stars. Wine was great and the room is lovely. I would go back for sure. The waitress was awesome!!!!"

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 7 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Great food, slow service.

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Had a delicious brunch, but the bar was clearly overwhelmed and it took about 90 minutes start to finish which is a little long for brunch. The server was very nice and attentive, but the kitchen and bar were slow in getting drinks and meals out."

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, hot spot

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Review 8 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Where is Dessert?

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We have eaten several times at the Met and no doubt will continue to do so. The only complaint we have is the advertising (at entrance register) for a delicious chef dessert with proceeds going to breast cancer. We asked our waitress about it, and looked forward to enjoying it. However, our visit was Friday night., and we were informed after dinner that they were not serving it until Monday. Why not say so on the advertisment or least inform your wait staff? It was very disappointing."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly

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Review 9 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Lousy lunch

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Decent enough food; uncomfortable, cramped table; amateurish service."

Dined on 5/02/2013

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Review 10 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Not worth it

Dined on 04/24/2013

2008

Dined on 04/24/2013

2008

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I was surprised at how disappointing this restaurant turned out to be. We had an early lunch reservation, with the restaurant nearly empty, but were given an out of the way "booth" rather than one of the lovely tables near the windows. The server seemed disinterested and uninformed -- for example, she told us the "basket" of biscuits (which was a la carte, not included with meal) contained 4 biscuits -- it only had three. We waited nearly 45 minutes for lunch salads which were blandly seasoned and uninspired. The atmosphere is lovely and the location is wonderful, but it did not live up to my expectations at all. I will not be back."

Dined on 04/24/2013

2008

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Review 11 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

They were out of most brunch

Dined on 04/28/2013

2006

Dined on 04/28/2013

2006

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"They were out of most brunch items by 11am."

Dined on 04/28/2013

2006

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Review 12 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Had brunch on Sunday. It was

Dined on 04/28/2013

Dined on 04/28/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had brunch on Sunday. It was the first real nice day of the spring and the outside terrace was very busy. We ate indoors but the restaurant clearly wasn't prepared for how many people were there. They were out of three different entrees. The menu is not that large to start with. Food we did have was fine but nothing special. Our waiter was pleasant enough but he was completely lost as a server. It did not ruin our experience but it was not good."

Dined on 04/28/2013

2007

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Review 13 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistently good food, service

Dined on 04/27/2013

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Consistently good food, service and ambiance. Always a sure bet to get a satisfying meal here."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2012

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, notable wine list, great for lunch

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Review 14 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Dissapointing evening at the Met

Dined on 04/20/2013

Dined on 04/20/2013

2010

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Always loved the Met Back Bay. We like to eat and drink in their small Library Bar. We made a reservation at 6:15 through Open Table, and requested to sit there,if possible. When we arrived, we were told that The Library Bar was seated on a first come, first serve basis. Fine. We went in, and all tables were taken, but there were three open seats at the bar. (There were two of us). As I approached the bar, the bartender literally BARKED at me "THOSE SEATS ARE SAVED" in the unfriendliest of tones. The man (a regular) who was also seated at the bar looked at me apologetically and said, "I think they're outside having a cigarette". Ok, at least the CUSTOMER was nice.
When a table became available, a "RESERVED" sign appeared there. Wassup??!"

Dined on 04/20/2013

2010

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Review 15 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Had to wait 25 minutes for

Dined on 04/20/2013

2005

Dined on 04/20/2013

2005

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Had to wait 25 minutes for a table, despite having a reservation. Food was extremely salty. Waiter was very pleasant, but was also clearly stretched too thin."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2005

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Review 16 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great experience! Made a reservatio

Dined on 04/18/2013

2013

Dined on 04/18/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great experience! Made a reservation for 9:30. The waiter was extremely accommodating and friendly given that the kitchen closed at 10. Loved the fun cocktails and will definitely be back in the future!"

Dined on 04/18/2013

2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 17 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Just took a chance and booked

Dined on 04/14/2013

Dined on 04/14/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Just took a chance and booked through Open Table to find a restaurant. Very happy with the MET Back Bay. Service was excellent, food was really tasty, and the restaurant was charming - kind of old but with cool modern touches. We tried the pasta bolognese, chopped salad, and fish and chips - all excellent."

Dined on 04/14/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 18 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great brunch, very easy to

Dined on 04/07/2013

Dined on 04/07/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great brunch, very easy to find"

Dined on 04/07/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 19 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Food a disappointment. Mediocre.

Dined on 03/30/2013

2011

Dined on 03/30/2013

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food a disappointment. Mediocre. French onion soup good. Quality instead of quantity would be better. Library nice enough rm. In warmer weather sidewalk cafe/bar area would be very nice."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot

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Review 20 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Needs another chance to WOW us.

Dined on 03/31/2013

2006

Dined on 03/31/2013

2006

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had an enjoyable brunch on Easter Sunday. Service was good, but waitress forgot to bring out a cocktail. Also, one food order for a cheese omelette came out with ham and cheese; our vegan friend was NOT happy. That being said, our other diners thoroughly enjoyed their meals, and we all liked the decor. We'll go back, but hope the service improves by then."

Dined on 03/31/2013

2006

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Review 21 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was incredible!!!!

Dined on 03/26/2013

Dined on 03/26/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food was incredible!!!! The wait staff was excellent."

Dined on 03/26/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 22 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Great food, but very slow

Dined on 03/12/2013

Dined on 03/12/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great food, but very slow service and the food (we only ordered two appetizers) took almost an hour to arrive, and the restaurant was not even half full of guests."

Dined on 03/12/2013

2010

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Review 23 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

long wait mediocre food

Dined on 03/23/2013

2011

Dined on 03/23/2013

2011

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"food was horrible, 40 minutes between apps and dinner, ordered medium rare, no juice what so ever, 4 people and no one finished there dinner, everyone disappointed."

Dined on 03/23/2013

2011

Special Features: scenic view

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Review 24 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Unworthy Restaurant Week Lunch

Dined on 03/22/2013

Dined on 03/22/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I went to the Restaurant today and it was during the restaurant week promotion. The lunch menu was not as good as what I thought it would be. My friend received half the serving for her slappy Joe's. The waitress looked tired and annoyed. She blamed the communication errors between the managers and servers. After telling her about the serving size, the manager came with the other half of the food, which was really awkward. It was also very cold. Over all, the lunch restaurant week menu was horrible. However, we also ordered the ham and cheese platter which was awesome. It was the best I ever had around Boston."

Dined on 03/22/2013

2012

Special Features: scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 25 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

Special Features: great for lunch

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Review 26 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Steak

Dined on 03/18/2013

Dined on 03/18/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The steak was good but not exceptional; however, the mashed potatoes were more textured than usual, adding a nice mouth feel."

Dined on 03/18/2013

2007

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 27 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Went for brunch with our 3

Dined on 03/10/2013

2009

Dined on 03/10/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Went for brunch with our 3 year old and friends' 4 month old. We're always concerned about whether a Back Bay place will be kid-friendly but the staff couldn't have been nicer - they even brought complimentary fries for our daughter after the server heard her ask about them even though her sandwich came with chips.

Food was very good and room was well lit, lots of space, exactly what we wanted."

Dined on 03/10/2013

2009

Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly

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Review 28 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Service was slow and they

Dined on 03/03/2013

2011

Dined on 03/03/2013

2011

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Service was slow and they did not have some of the items on the brunch menu available which was disappointing."

Dined on 03/03/2013

2011

Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch

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Review 29 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Appetizers were great but

Dined on 03/02/2013

Dined on 03/02/2013

2010

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Appetizers were great but entres were awful. Loved the ambiance and our great seats by the window."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2010

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, scenic view

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Review 30 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

chocolate cake tasted store

Dined on 02/27/2013

Dined on 02/27/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"chocolate cake tasted store bought, $34 for a filet mignon is just obnoxious. I know it's the norm, but it's crazy, I don't like knowing the waiter is ready to go home - nice guy, good server, but a little uncomfortable knowing he was ready to leave."

Dined on 02/27/2013

2007

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 31 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Stay away

Dined on 02/27/2013

Dined on 02/27/2013

2007

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Eating different mains, both my wife and I had stomach discomfort after the meal. Lobster pappardelle had enormous cream, making it far too overwhelming to eat. Meatloaf was gross.
One saving grace was excellent French onion soup."

Dined on 02/27/2013

2007

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Review 32 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Started with the buttermilk

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Started with the buttermilk biscuits and calamari. The calamari was light and not greasy. as nice fresh flavor. The biscuits were delicious. Main courses the mac n cheese and pot pie. The mac n cheese was incredible. Lots of cheese, pasta was cooked perfect and it was full of flavor. Pot pie filling was tasty but the puff pastry crust was missing any flavor. I took it off and used one of the biscuits instead. Drinks were reasonably priced and well made."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 33 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was awesome this

Dined on 02/24/2013

Dined on 02/24/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everything was awesome this place is consistently good!!"

Dined on 02/24/2013

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem

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Review 34 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent foor and service,

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excellent foor and service, loved everything. The burger was delicious. Great selection of beer and wine."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view

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Review 35 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

I wasn't really happy with

Dined on 02/17/2013

Dined on 02/17/2013

2012

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I wasn't really happy with my food. The menu described it inaccurately, and the rice was crunchy. The rest of the experience was just average."

Dined on 02/17/2013

2012

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Review 36 for MET Back Bay

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Captain Crunch French Toast!!!

Dined on 02/18/2013