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Chaplos
Chaplos offers an array of choices with it's diverse American menu which varies from a casual lunch to a relaxed dinning atmosphere. With high ceilings and a bar reminiscent of the 1920's era Chaplos focuses on offering unique service along with an unforgettable experience.
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43 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 43 reviews
5 stars
(15)
4 stars
(15)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(22)
- fit for foodies(20)
- good for groups(17)
- special occasion(16)
- romantic(12)
- vibrant bar scene(11)
Chaplos Reviews List
Review 1 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food at reasonable prices
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed the Grilled Bleu Cheese sandwich and the BBQ Pulled Chicken sandwich, which come with choice of salad or fries. We opted for salad, a tasty blend of mixed greens, garbanzo beans and tomatoes. Reasonably priced at $11 each. Brewed ice tea at only $2 is a neighborhood bargain. Will return for $5 Happy Hour tastes/drinks."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was O.K.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a last minute find, as it was a partner with the symphony, which allowed you free valet parking, plus they give you a coupon if you give them your e- mail address. The food was tasty, and the portions were just about right. The Polenta that we had for an appetizer for very good. There is a reason that the valet parking is free with tickets to the symphony, the valet guy left at 9 pm, and since the symphony gets out about 10, the keys were supposed to be left with the hostess. Where the car was parked was down some back stairs, which the guy that was helping us didn't seem to know, he pointed towards the elevator and said "down there". The door to the stairs was next to the elevator."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
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Review 3 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Outstanding service. Lovely
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Outstanding service. Lovely atmosphere. Food was good but a little disappointing. Nice menu. Nice wine list."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2004
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Review 4 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, service and ambiance!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We dined here before a symphony concert. A wonderful find! Will be back!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our waiter was excellent and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waiter was excellent and attentive."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delightful experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the hostess to the pastry chef, everyone in this restaurant will make you feel welcome, comfortable, and satisfied. We were every waiter's nightmare: obnoxious 20-something year olds with a groupon, celebrating a friend's b-day... hehehe The food was delicious, good portions: crispy, tasty calamari; tender pork ribs; enormous rib-eye; tasty salmon, etc. The service was superb! It's rather pricey, I must admit, but definitely worth it. The restaurant setting is attractive and elegant but not luxurious. In other words, everyone's welcome!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The valet parking was a real
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"The valet parking was a real treat. So many times yyou'd like to go to a place but cant because of no where to park. The waiter Tommy was top notch!! Went back twice in one week just to get the apple smoked ribs!! The cosmos are the best! Have a moonshine after dinner drink called "cat daddy". It was divine! Will go back here again and again Beautiful atmospjere!!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 8 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great ambiance, the waiter
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great ambiance, the waiter was very sweet. The food isn't great but fun atmosphere. The empanadas were good as appetizers."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, romantic
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Review 9 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Unfortunately, we were disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Unfortunately, we were disappointed with our experience. Service was very spotty (although our server apologized for the delay and credited it to "everyone arrived at once"). His apology was well received, but we were then re-disappointed with the quality of food and wine. My salmon was spongy and was served with pre-formed white rice and four green beans (it looked like hospital food). Finally, my wine was fairly disappointing. Part of that, I guess, is my selection - but it was one of five red wines available by the glass."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2012
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Review 10 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had the ribeye and it was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had the ribeye and it was great. The place is pricey, but if you go during happy hour you can get cheaper prices."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, perfect portion size!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was fabulous! At first, we were skeptical at the portion sizes, but realized afterward that most restaurants give you way too much food. The portions were perfect! Wine on tap was excellent (I had the cab) and the drink/beer/wine menu had an abundant selection - something for everyone! Our only (small) complaint would be the dessert - it was delicious, but the serving vessel was awkward and hard to manage. Otherwise, everything was wonderful."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service was excellent. Our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was excellent. Our group tried ribs, ravioli, meatballs, & calamari; all were excellent. They have a great Happy Hour from 4-7 with good food and drink specials. Would recommend for a nice dinner or as an upscale drinks spot."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great that it's so close to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great that it's so close to Copley Symphony Hall. This makes it a great find when attending a performance there."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 14 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Walked in at 7:45 on Saturday
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Walked in at 7:45 on Saturday night. There were four tables and one bar stool occupied. Got a bit concerned at that. The place is set up nice. Dim lighting, spacious, decent house music playing. The TVs with ESPN on were a bit out of place.
Sat in the booth for nearly 10min before getting water. I believe there were 3 servers, so I'm not sure why it took so long. Server Tom was very nice. The menu was appealing. Didn't seem too elaborate or trying extra hard to be upscale. Ordered the tomato soup, wedge salad, prosciutto wrapped asparagus and lamb chops. I didn't get a drink, just a beer.
The soup was good not great. Didn't have the tomato kick a solid tomato bisque should have. Tomatoes definitely didn't taste "roasted." The wedge wa"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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Review 15 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great new find near City College!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Just discovered this relatively new spot thanks to a Living Social offer and am very glad I took advantage of it. Great food, good service and hip retro 1920's bar. What's not to like?! Will definitely be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 16 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Chicken sandwich was awesome...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Chicken sandwich was awesome... great chipotle dressing on it. So glad I've discovered this little gem."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 17 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and good service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and good service. Loud techno was playing the entire time."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find
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Review 18 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food. A little overpriced.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food. A little overpriced."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 19 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a ladies night dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a ladies night dinner and drinks- fabulous evening"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
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Review 20 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service were fantastic. The location will probably make the restaurant struggle, but it shouldn't because it was so good!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It's in a convenient location
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's in a convenient location and the food is okay. The folks who got the grilled cheese and pear sandwich (it was lunchtime) were happy. Our salads were average and the empanadas were far too crusty with average filling. We arrived at 12 and clearly they weren't quite ready -- staff was coming in after we sat. So service at first was slow. But once every one was there to work, it improved.
So, I'd say for lunch to go at 12:15 and probably stick to their sandwiches."
So, I'd say for lunch to go at 12:15 and probably stick to their sandwiches."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2005
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Review 22 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our new neighborhood joint!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our new neighborhood joint! Easy to walk to and they have great food to boot! Wish there were some more vegan choices, but overall a great place."
Dined on 01/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was phenomenal! Loved
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was phenomenal! Loved the mussels/clams! And the decor is beautiful."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Chaplos
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Did not have a good experience
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Did not have a good experience begining with the RUDE hostess who took my reservations... the manager made up for her behavior eventually (thank you) the food was decent (nothing exciting... dessert better than dinner) and the venue was nice...quiet, good bar area. Lots of access to parking (which is always a plus!) either across the street or valet ($7-$8)"
Dined on 01/18/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Chaplos
Based on the average of (19) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic