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The Cottage Wellesley
The Cottage Wellesley has it’s origin in two different lifestyles. John grew up surfing the beaches of Southern California. Laura grew up in Wellesley and is the third generation in her family to have a business in town. Our decor, service and food reflect the casualness and familiarity of So Calif and the sophistication and warmth of New England. Please take a moment to say hello on your next visit. Welcome to the Cottage! — John + Laura
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301 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 301 reviews
5 stars
(93)
4 stars
(149)
3 stars
(49)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(141)
- great for lunch(109)
- fit for foodies(95)
- good for groups(81)
- kid-friendly(81)
- great for brunch(78)
The Cottage Wellesley Reviews List
Review 1 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Frequent Cottage customer
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I keep going back because the food is phenominal, and they have a fabulous gluten free menu. The quinoa salad is a particular favorite of mine. It is great for date night or with the kids, I go dressy or casual too. I love the ambiance- a nice mix of beachy California & Nantucket. I have been 3 times during the past 3 weeks alone! The only thing that disappoints me is that I do not like their cocktails. Not sure why really, but the menu items always look appealing but never hit the right notes for me. I stick with wine now when dining there."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
outstanding restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I wasn't sure what to expect, but was pleasantly surprised by the Cottage.
It was Boylston street meets Cape Cod in Wellesley!
We will be back. Thank you."
It was Boylston street meets Cape Cod in Wellesley!
We will be back. Thank you."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Outstanding service!!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My feelings for this restaurant is one of ambivalence. The food & the setting are just okay, but service was most excellent! My husband & I started by sharing an app of Ahi tuna nachos. It sounded interesting on paper, in actuality, there was no umph to it...bland & boring to be honest. He enjoyed his sweet potato crusted cod, while my granola crusted mahi mahi was overwhelmed by too much granola & basmati rice. We shared a bottle of delicious Cabernet from Napa Valley without hurting the bank. We weren't crazy w/ the outdoor mall setting, but I guess that can't be helped. The host actually read our reservation & noticed it was our 1st time visit. He made a point of visiting us later to check up on us. Wow! Kenisha, our server, was awesome!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice brunch!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious brunch. We had the lobster BLT and the lobster salad, it was just perfect."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great restaurant in Wellesley!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and awesome atmosphere!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a Tasty Treat
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Lobster Cobb Salad is outstanding. The portions are good without being overwhelming. The staff super friendly."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 7 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We celebrated a college graduation dinner at the Cottage and everyone raved. The waiter was entertaining and informative. The service was perfect. The signature drinks and beer selection was outstanding. Coming from the Maine coast -- we loved the decor and atmosphere. We highly recommend to everyone for any occastion."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 8 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Server was very friendly and attentive. Food was good and came quickly. Would go back again"
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 9 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Noisy mixed bag
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food ok to good, Main dishes BURIED under irrelevant vegetation. Service excellent: friendly and very helpful.
TOO NOISY TOO NOISY TOO NOISY"
TOO NOISY TOO NOISY TOO NOISY"
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 10 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I brought an elderly woman with me and from the time we entered till the time we left, we were treated like royalty!! She kept commenting on how sweet our server was and how nice everything was. I will continue to dine here as the food was absolutely delicious! Prices I thought were reasonable for the quality of food and ambiance! Quite the Mother's Day experience!!
Love the Cottage!!
p.s. Noise level was between 3-4. The computer wouldn't allow me to change it at the top of this review. :) But it made it fun!! Lot's of Happy buzz in the atmosphere!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely Lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoyed the Cottage very much. The lunch menu had plenty to pick from as well as some very enticing specials. I would definitely go back again!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 12 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I only enjoy this resraurant when I get a 'quiet' table, otherwise it is much too noisy. Food is ok, nothing special. Basically go there because it is convenient to meet a friend."
Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 13 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
2nd visit not as good as the 1st
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Maybe it was the cool and somewhat ambivalent greeting by the host or the somewhat tardy service/attendance by our waiter, or the lacklustre started salad but this time around at The Cottage was not great. The waiter was very congenial and enthusiastic but it just seemed like a while to get our initial drinks. Never a return to offer to pour from the bottle and never a check back on whether everything was ok with the food. The entree was good but just not extraordinary. The fish I had seemed a little too well done and the broth it was cooked in just flooded the accompanying mashed potato which made the latter just a submerged sloppy concoction. Overall, compared to my first visit to The Cottage, this visit was disappointing."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 14 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Neighborhood Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is a great family friendly restaurant.We took our 4 grandaighters here to celebrate their ballet recitals.Our waiter was great ,especially with the children. My short ribs were very tender and tasty.The girls loved their Mac and cheese and chicken fingers and cheeseburger sliders.The regular hamburger is very generous.It is a fun place to go."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 15 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
not happy
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I made a reservation on open table, and by accident, made a reservation for their restaurant in Wellesley. There were 4 workers standing at the front desk. The woman could not find my reservation in the system . She showed me my history of previous reservations which showed I have been a good customer. The manager got involved, and confirmed I had a reservation in Wellesley.
He made no attempt to make accommodations in the Newton location, when I had a child with me who was hungry. They were all very cold in handling the situation. Glad they are doing so well they can afford to turn away a customer. I don't think I'll be going back again. There are many others to choose from."
He made no attempt to make accommodations in the Newton location, when I had a child with me who was hungry. They were all very cold in handling the situation. Glad they are doing so well they can afford to turn away a customer. I don't think I'll be going back again. There are many others to choose from."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 16 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Disappointing meal!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The fish tacos had wilted cabbage all over them with wilted lettuce as a garnish.
Other dishes on the table were also very bland. Food was definitely disappointing."
Other dishes on the table were also very bland. Food was definitely disappointing."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 17 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
too noisy, kitchen unprepared
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have always liked this place but it was VERY noisy on Friday for lunch. Ratio of women to men was about 10:1. Would ordinarily be ok, but the service was spotty - too distracted - and the food came at different times. Vegetarian salad was only so-so - hastily prepared and light on ingredients. Funny, because the place has always been so reliable."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 18 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A little overpriced but delicious
Pasta special with chicken was tasty but expensive for pasta & chicken."
Pasta special with chicken was tasty but expensive for pasta & chicken."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good Food, great service. Nice selection on the menu."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 20 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Cottage was back on track on all accounts - great food / service / surroundings. This has become among my most favorite spots for lunch and i will continue coming back!"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 21 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for our small group
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a small gathering for a business lunch -- eight people. We were seated in the back room, which was perfect. The 'hosts' were from out of town and were very complimentary of the space, ambiance, food and wait staff. The 'two Matt's" were our waiters and were very attentive and good.
Thank you for accommodating us. We will all be back!"
Thank you for accommodating us. We will all be back!"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 22 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Still one of our favorites
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Still one of our favorites but the service wasn't the best this time around. Waited about 10 minutes after being seated four our server to greet us. The last few visits service has been great. Food was delicious. Happy to see chicken piccata back on the menu and you can't go wrong with tenderloin tips with truffled tater tots."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2006
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Review 23 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Outstanding food. When we
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding food. When we walked in (7:30 pm on a Thursday), shocked to see tons of families with young children and disappointed. Very busy bar scene and turn over of tables. We waited a bit for our table (but only booked a half an hour before). Then it all turned around. Our service was superb and we took our server's suggestions which were outstanding for food. This was the best meal we have eaten out in a long time. Nice touch in delivering us our dessert for our anniversary. We strongly recommended this to several other people already and will return!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2012
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 24 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
High noise level
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The noise level is not energetic. The acustics are horrible and the dinning room din is simply too loud. If they could fix that the place would be very good"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 25 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
depends on what you want
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"we had heard a lot about this restaurant, so finally made the journey to try it. the menu has a wonderful array of choices-far from the usual fare! -so that was the main attraction. Unfortunately, although the food was fine, our appetizer arrived within minutes of ordering it, as did the main course (virtually seconds after the appetizer was cleared). The sense of a production line filling orders rather than preparing food was difficult to dismiss. It was compounded/highlighted by the delay in filling drink orders which arrived mid-dinner. The restaurant is very large, and probably needs to work this way to serve the families and groups that congregate in teh lovely space. I'm glad we tried it, but am unlikely to make the trip again."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 26 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Happy healthy dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beautiful, light and airy. A summer cottage in the suburbs. Really lifts my spirits and the food is exceeding well designed for people looking for clean eating.Thank you for the flavorful healthy food."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 27 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We've been here several times,and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've been here several times,and the food is already reliable, service pleasant. We'll be back !!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
2 reasons we return to The Cottage
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Two reasons we return to The Cottage over & over: the food is delicious, consistent, & unique without being ridiculously trendy & THE SERVICE! which is attentive, congenial & pretty consistent..
We always ask for Jake W. who makes us feel at home, but Jonathan, Mattie, & Adrianna always check in--making you want to be a regular. With Zack managing & Brianna at the bar, it is sure to be a good night.
The sweet potato encrusted cod was spot on & my table mates enjoyed the calamari , lamb burger, swordfish, & fish tacos. Of course the ahi tuna nachos are required & to die for.
The bar: love the crafty beer selections and the white sangria-- so many places forget the white wine drinkers. The Stone porter: yum! Thanks for a fun evening!"
We always ask for Jake W. who makes us feel at home, but Jonathan, Mattie, & Adrianna always check in--making you want to be a regular. With Zack managing & Brianna at the bar, it is sure to be a good night.
The sweet potato encrusted cod was spot on & my table mates enjoyed the calamari , lamb burger, swordfish, & fish tacos. Of course the ahi tuna nachos are required & to die for.
The bar: love the crafty beer selections and the white sangria-- so many places forget the white wine drinkers. The Stone porter: yum! Thanks for a fun evening!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The cottage is a nice place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The cottage is a nice place to go for lunch. The chicken salad is excellent!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 30 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Clean, fresh food. Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Clean, fresh food. Great atmosphere. Upscale, but reasonably priced for lunch."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 31 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall, a very good experience!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall, a very good experience!"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A great neighborhood place.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great neighborhood place. Solid menu, friendly staff."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
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Review 33 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and service were excellent. It is a little pricey but the food is worth it."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 34 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Light and Sophisticated Dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My sister was visiting from out of town and we wanted a special place to celebrate our birthdays. I had originally booked Bergamot in Somerville but after looking at the menu, realized that neither my husband nor son would be happy with the esoteric offerings. The Cottage had a nice blend of unusual dishes and mainstream items that would allow everyone to have a wonderful night. Plus the parking is fantastic, a grocery store parking lot adjacent to the restaurant! The eggplant fries were excellent."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 35 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Noisy, but notable.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been here before, several times. The food is always excellent. This time I asked for a table that was away from the noise, if possible, because I am hard of hearing and was meeting with friends. We got there and they attempted to put 3 of us at an oversized table, right beside the bar which was VERY loud. Thankfully, they had a smaller table in their side room. (in fact, they had many tables) Once moved, everything was fine although I was disappointed that my request was completely ingnored and I was forced to say something. I will return and would recommend this restaurant, but I will call to confirm my request before arrival to avoid feeling embarrassed."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 36 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always great food. Never had
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always great food. Never had anything I didn't like. My favorite place in Wellesley by far."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 37 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed dinner with my daughter
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed dinner with my daughter and a good friend."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 38 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Since opening on Linden St
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Since opening on Linden St The Cottage has been a welcome addition to a Wellesley restaurant scene that needed a middle-upper level option like The Cottage, a place that provided high quality food but without the stuffiness and accompanying prices of some of Wellesley's fine dining options. The Cottage accomplishes that by offering an upscale but reasonably casual environment and excellent food."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 39 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
1st time here. Menu offered
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"1st time here. Menu offered something for everyone. Nice to have a place to take the kids and be able to eat food for adult tastes at the same place and time. Decor was bright and pottery barnish. Wait staff was very attentive. We will definitely return, perhaps next time without the kids."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was my first visit to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my first visit to The Cottage and I will definitely go back. The food was excellent. We went for Sunday Brunch and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 41 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, bright space, convenient
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food with lots of choices for the whole family. A little on the expensive side for a regular family outing, but not bad considering how good the food was. Loved the bright space. Easy to find and park. I would definitely go back again. Minor quibble with the service -- our waiter came over to ask how the food was (too soon for us to have tried it). It turned out that my lobster BLT was missing the "B" (bacon). And I couldn't get his attention. Eventually I flagged down a different waiter, who said he'd get our waiter. Still no waiter.... Finally the second waiter brought me some bacon."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2004
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Brunch was good but not great.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Brunch was good but not great. The egg sandwich was nice and different in a good way and the cappuccino was well made with a good thick foam and not burned or over-milked. The Mahi tacos were unfortunately not so good. The fish was "fishy" and the sauce was bland. We've eaten quite a few Mahi tacos over the years and these are at the bottom of the list. Kind of disappointing for such a nice place."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 43 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We visit here on a Sunday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We visit here on a Sunday when visiting friends. Great menu for brunch and the food was fantastic - flavorful, good portions and presentation. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 44 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a good option
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The menu is always interesting with some interesting options. However, the dinner salads were disappointing. For $18 you get a lot of greens and very little of the meat, chicken or fish on top. Definitely not worth it as a dinner option. The best bet and best values will always be the appetizers (try one as your dinner) and the burgers.
Service is always very good. The restaurant management is great when it comes to special requests. The noise level varies."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 45 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
So consistent, we love this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"So consistent, we love this place!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 46 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointed in the service,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Disappointed in the service, the food was clean but nothing special, I felt that the prices of the items on the menu were fair..all in all, not as "wonderful" an experience as I had hoped"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly
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Review 47 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and very attentive
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and very attentive service!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OUTSTANDING SERVICE
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding service. When we mentioned to our waiter, Tommy, that we only wanted a simple dessert of a cookie or two instead of the very inviting dessert offerings on the menu --- Tommy agreed that this option should be available so he found someone to run to the market about 150 yards away to surprise us with a cookie plate which arrived with our coffee!
BRAVO TOMMY AND FRIENDS @ THE COTTAGE... we were "blown away" by your effort to make us happy."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2005
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 49 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another great meal and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Another great meal and the service keeps getting better. The food was excellent. Still one of our favorites."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2006
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Review 50 for The Cottage Wellesley
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, well presented,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, well presented, well served. The noise level was high! I had to lean over the table to hear my companion's conversation. Otherwise everything was great."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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