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Kingston Station
Kingston Station is conveniently located in Downtown Crossing, near Boston’s financial center, theater district and Chinatown. The menu provides a variety of American bistro favorites like Seared Tuna Nicoise Salad, Steak Frites, and Seared Scallops with Lemon Risotto. Kingston Station provides a casual downtown environment reminiscent of a classic railway station. Walls are a mix of vintage white subway tiles and tea stained paint. Tables and chairs are mismatched to create a comfortable atmosphere. The front café area has marble mosaic tiles, flooded with natural light. The restaurant is perfect for a fun and casual night out on the town.
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69 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 69 reviews
5 stars
(9)
4 stars
(42)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(27)
- neighborhood gem(26)
- fit for foodies(24)
- great for lunch(15)
- romantic(14)
- vibrant bar scene(11)
Kingston Station Reviews List
Review 1 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pre-theater fav.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great for before theater....or after!"
Dined on 4/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene
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Review 2 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was a little slow. Burgers were really good!"
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 3 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Creative Food/Drinks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A small menu with creative choices, excellent drink options. We loved this unexpected find in the middle of the business district. It had a hoppin' happy hour but thankfully we were seated in a quieter section in the back. Pear salad and brie sandwiches were delicious, as were the scallops and the blackberry margarita."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice lunch in the Financial Distric
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"FYI... they only offer valet at dinner, so lunch is self park/self pay. Food was very good- Steak Frites is their specialty and they spare no expense (or calories!) on making it wonderful. My companion had the fish and chips; the filet was HUGE and it came with a mountain of chips and homemade tartar sauce.
Service was good and unobtrusive, but the later it got, the busier it got and we were pretty much left alone with empty drinks. But, it was lunch rush.
I would certainly return."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and i tried Kingston Station for first time saturday night. Food and service were excellent. The menu is not overwhelming. Easy to make a decision with the various options of apps and entrees. The chef's take on ice cream could not have been better with the infusion of lavender and other offerings! The owner cam over and introduced himself making us feel welcome.
Strongly recommend!"
Strongly recommend!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 6 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Half Price Apps are the Way to Go!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I will definitely be back for after work drinks and appetizers - the food and cocktails are both amazing!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love love love the food and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Love love love the food and drinks here! Came with a girl friend for a low key girls night and it was perfect. The truffle gruyere fries are a must! My only complaint would be that the servers/bussers were overeager to clear plates before we were ready which got a little annoying on the third time. The service as a whole is excellent though!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 8 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth it
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Kingston Station before seeing a show at the Boston Opera House. We were expecting pub fare (which would have been fine), but the food was surprisingly good. The portions were a little small, but maybe that's just because we loved everything we ordered. Our servers were also really friendly and provided spot on service. I would definitely recommend it and I hope to go back soon."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was fantastic. Waitress
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was fantastic. Waitress was nice but we had to get her attention to order our food after we had been sitting for at least 20 minutes."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. Dissapointing
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was very good. Dissapointing was only that we did not get any bread which would have been good for the mussles sauce (we had the mussles as appetizer). Dessert was delicious (Crepes). Restaurant is a little bit dark though."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
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Review 11 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had six for dinner and everyone
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had six for dinner and everyone enjoyed their dishes. The staff was super attentive.
The atmosphere is nice quite nice. Dark for early evening but I got adjusted and was able to read my menu.
The one issue I had was tip added to the bill. Added at 20% they may or may not have short changed themselves. This really aggravates me."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2013
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Review 12 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
go-to spot
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Solid neighborhood restaurant/bar close to theaters. Always pleasant and timely service. Can be loud and menu is small but I look forward to coming here before a show."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Average and Disappointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fair to disappointing. My food was ok. My guest's food was done incorrectly, though we had inquired ahead of time as to how the meat was done. Fries for the steak frites were uneven - crunchy when burned, soggy when not, over-salted.
Pass"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
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Review 14 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The tuna tartare and truffle
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The tuna tartare and truffle oil fries were notable. Eric, the bartender, deserves a special shout-out. Nice experience overall!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the meal and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed the meal and service very much. We redeemed a discount voucher which sometimes tends to reduce service quality but not in this case at all. It was quite noisy due to a larger party and the high ceilings of the space but still had a great time. We will return"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 16 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I had the pork belly and loved
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had the pork belly and loved it, Truffle Fries were great and the Scallops were good. The Steak Frite was disappointing. The appetizers were good. We were seated up front but would have preferred the rear dining area. Price was good."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2006
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Review 17 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Kingston Station has a very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Kingston Station has a very busy bar scene, but even with the Friday crowd, we were seated right away in a quieter room. Our server visited us immediatly, introduced herself and took our drink order. She was also quite helpful in answering questions about the menu. The appetizer came faster than expected and our dinners arrived after we were finished. The dinner and desert courses were brought by team so everyone was served at once. The menu is varied and everyone found a wonderfully meal to their liking. The portions were well sized, we all let full but not in pain. We would highly recommend Kingston Station."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 18 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Luscious food and great atmosphere!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A really nice "hidden" spot on a nearly empty street close to Downtown Crossing. It was busy, but definitely not crowded to too noisy to hear the conversation at your table. Our waitress was very friendly, fun (she seemed to genuinely enjoy how much we enjoyed our meal!), and was very helpful when it came to making a good wine selection (which it was!)
The food was INCREDIBLE. The mussels appetizer had such a flavorful broth, and as for my main meal (the steak and fries): hands down, this place has the BEST (truffle oil?) FRIES EVER. I will be back for more of those! The cheese sauce that came with it was the most delectable dipping option for both the fries and the steak. And the pot de creme dessert was heavenly!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A usual lunch spot, Kingston
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A usual lunch spot, Kingston proved a good location for a relaxed dinner. Plenty of places in Boston to have mussels with fries, but at Kingston, they were garlicky, and the fries smothered in truffle oil, cheese and rosemary - unbeatable and fully addictive. staff are attentive and professional, and it's a nice atmosphere with the lights down low."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food can be very hit and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food can be very hit and miss. Some items great, some blah. Changes from great to ok every time we go"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic
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Review 21 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very noisy; food was fair;
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very noisy; food was fair; wait staff slow;no rolls; mystified by gluten-free;salmon was over-done; ice cream had weird texture and flavor."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
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Review 22 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great spot in Financial District
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Took my boss for dinner. He was really wowed. The food was awesome"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 23 for Kingston Station
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The prices are right, the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The prices are right, the selection great and the truffle fries are to die for. Lovely experience!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Kingston Station
Based on the average of (46) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
8 out of 9 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic