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Billy's Boston Chowder House
Billy’s Boston Chowder House is like so many seaside restaurants known by the locals as their favorite family seafood eatery. More than a clam shack or lobster pound but a full service seafood restaurant. The essence of great New England Chowder House is not about elegance, it is about quality ingredients simply prepared so the natural flavor of seafood and fresh vegetables take center stage. It’s about the love of the sea and respect for each ingredient and the role they play. Billy’s Boston Chowder House serves both old and new friends from Boston and the Bay Area who have hearty sea lover appetites in search for traditional Yankee faire.
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76 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 76 reviews
5 stars
(22)
4 stars
(35)
3 stars
(16)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(51)
- kid-friendly(29)
- great for lunch(28)
- fit for foodies(21)
- great for brunch(8)
- good for groups(7)
Billy's Boston Chowder House Reviews List
Review 1 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"New England" in Los Gatos
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Billy's Boston Chowder House in Los Gatos is very charming, absolutely feels like you're in Boston. Our server was also charming and personable, but he forgot a few items that we needed to ask for. Once reminded, he was very prompt and attentive. Food was pretty good - the "dressed" lobster roll was wonderful, the New England clam chowder was really good. The lobster mac and cheese looked good, but had very little flavor, either of lobster or of cheese. We'll go back, but will be choosy on what we order next time. Parking is a problem in that part of town, so get there early so you have time to drive around and walk to the restaurant."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Kind if a funky place but with really great fish dishes. Servers are attentive and very congenial.Lance is great! If you're in for some good food and casual atmosphere, Billy's is the place!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing Lunches
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was been good but food has only been fair over two visits. Manhattan clam chowder was worst we have ever had. New England clam chowder was better but nothing special. Mussels were good but inadequate/skimpy quantity for one let alone to share. Salad was chopped fresh lettuce on a plate with a tomato hunk and red pepper on the side - nothing in the least special. Oyster Po-boy was disappointing with not enough oysters and weak flavors. The crab salad sandwich was only so-so. Great concept for the restaurant, interesting menu and good location but food at lunch needs work. It is no substitute for the out of business Nick's on Main that was nearby."
Dined on 5/15/2013
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Review 4 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great casual place!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We really enjoy the food and the friendly atmosphere. The lobster bisque is yummy! My sweet potato fries were just right. Billy is terrific and usually stops by each time we visit. It's so nice to be able to make reservation since sometimes it's really busy since it's not that big a place."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Real Boston accents found there!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant is small but not cramped. The oysters were sweet and fresh though with a bit more shell debris then typical. The bisque was rich comfort food. My wife had the lobster roll that was well stuffed with lobster meat. She would gladly ask for that entree again. Our guest had haddock and I had the sand dabs prepared piccata style. Very delicate and the picata sauce was perfect. One order of lobster macaroni and cheese for the table was more than ample for all. Sadly, the lobster traces were sparce and the cheese was noticably close in color and consistancy to nacho sauce. I suspect a mild white cheddar would complement the lobster better (if the lobster was more present). Our server(s) were attentive and friendly. We'll return."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for Mother's Day because my wife loves sand dabs and they were on the menu. What a wonderful surprise! The food was very well prepared. The wait staff was excellent - attentive without being a nuisance. Billy, the owner, came out to check on things and to visit with diners. His gregarious nature is infectious. We had a nice chat. The menu brings New England seafood to California, but also incorporates California fish and flavors. We will he back!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Services was a little slow. Maybe because it was mother's day so the restaurant was full. It took us about an hr or so to finally get our food."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lacking authenticity
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"If you have not had the real thing you will think Billy's is fine. It lacks authenticity tho. Had the chowder sampler, the chowders needed actual clams in them and the lobster bisque was lumpy but not with lobster. The clams needed to be fried so they were crispy. The chippino had lots of seafood, high praise for offering the choice of lobster or crab, but too much garlic and they burned the toasted bread. Ordered the assorted platter of fish & chips, calamari and clams asked for veggies instead of fries - it came with fries. The lemon drop was the worst and smallest ever, not worth $9. And, the Boston creme pie......well it isn't Boston creme pie. So loud you could not have a conversation. Would not return to Billy's."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 9 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lobster roll was very good although the roll was not traditional. I will try it with the more traditional hot dog bun next time. The oyster po-boy was excellent, again with non-traditional bread. My guest who had the oyster sandwich really liked the combination of the brioche bread with the oysters. The clam chowder was also excellent. I am anxious to try many other items on the menu. I always like it when there are so many attractive items that it is hard to choose."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A Solid Hit, But Not Out of the Par
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I grew up outside of Boston, and I love seafood. I had lobster bisque, very good; and fried, whole belly, Ipswich clams, excellent. This is the first time in 40 years living on the West Coast that I've found a restaurant that makes fried clams the way they are supposed to be made. For an entree, I had the lobster roll. Billy makes this three ways; I had with mayo on a New England style hot dog roll. This was not quite authentic--the real deal has chopped celery and some seasoning. Lobster is a favorite, so there was no way I would hate it, but this just missed being the real thing. My wife had crab cakes and clam chowder. The former she judged as good, but not special. Better clam chowder can be had but not as close by as Los Gatos."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely local dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were in Los Gatos and wanted to try something new so we found this place on Open Table (good thing, it's kind of dark on the street outside we never would have seen it otherwise). We were quite happy with our"Sunday gravy" entree, buttered lobster roll, and trio of soups. Most diners online liked the lobster bique best but we preferred the 2 chowders. Lemonade was refreshing, server was totally on top of her game and the chef came out to chat with everyone-was clearly enthusiastic about the food. I liked the vibe and it's a place we would return to."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 12 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our first visit, and we will
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first visit, and we will be back. We had calamari appetizer and lobster rolls, both very good. We brought our four-year-old granson for lunch, and they accommodated him very well."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent bisque and cioppino
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The lobster bisque alone would bring me back to Billy's Boston Chowder House - it was outstanding! The cioppino was also excellent with perfectly toasted garlic bread. The chowder, though, was a disappointment - not nearly as tasty as expected for a "chowder house". The lobster roll was also dry - I ordered it buttered but it had very little butter and no other dressing, just nice chunks of lobster. The cocktails (actually mocktails - they don't have a full bar) were also extremely tiny, but at least they didn't charge full price for a half size drink, so you can order two."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly
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Review 14 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've been here several times
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been here several times for both lunch and dinner and the food and service is always fantastic. Everyone I bring to Billy's always is surprised by the fabulous seafood that we've found hard to find in the South Bay."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved it! Tried all 3 soups-
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved it! Tried all 3 soups- fantastic. Lobster bisque was my favorite. But, both chowders were excellent. My lobster roll was perfect -- not too buttery, not too dry. Hubby loved his fried whole belly clams. Gets crowded on the weekends -- make a reservation!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My 2nd time at Billy's...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My 2nd time at Billy's... food was great. I had another lobster roll, this time with dressing, instead of butter. It was very good, nice portion size. But, I like butter better. The lobster bisque was light with chunks of lobster in it -- delicious! My friend ordered the mac & cheese-- HUGE portion. We will back again!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2008
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing! Great food! The owner/chef
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing! Great food! The owner/chef came out and chatted with us for a while. He really loves his craft and food. Great food even learned some new things."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Food! Great Service.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Food! Great Service. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone who loves New England seafood."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
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Review 19 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Billy's Boston Chowder Lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Made the reservation through OpenTable and when we arrived, a couple arriving just ahead of us asked for the window table and were told that it was reserved. The table was for us! We had not asked for any particular seating so this was a fun surprise. It pays to reserve through OpenTable. Food was very good and the service was excellent! Parking is a challenge, but is an overall Los Gatos downtown problem."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Their lobster roll is our
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Their lobster roll is our all time favorite. The linguine with clam is recommended too!
Very friendly service."
Very friendly service."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Romantic Dinner for 2
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to Billy's for our wedding anniversary and ordered the Lobster Fra Diavolo for 2 - GLUTEN FREE! It was wonderful! We love Billys! The food is better than most restaurants in downtown Los Gatos, and Billy's doesn't serve pretention, just excellent food made with good ingredients - and they have an EXTENSIVE GLUTEN FREE MENU - including a dedicated gluten free fryer, which since I have celiac is very important for me. We've eaten at a lot of restaurants worldwide, and we love Billys!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 22 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, be Patient
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the crab sandwich, lobster roll and cioppino, even like the innovative drinks. Haven't had anything on the menu that i didn't like. Staff is friendly too.
Things to improve quickly:
- create a greeting system so that when guests come into the restaurant they know that you've seen them. This type of acknowledgement leads to less confusion and frustration. Guests want to know what the wait times are, check in for reservations and possibly order something to go. Waiting at the door for 5-8 minutes before someone makes eye contact with you is tiresome. After 3 visits i can say this is just the norm.
- create a greeting system so that when guests come into the restaurant they know that you've seen them. This type of acknowledgement leads to less confusion and frustration. Guests want to know what the wait times are, check in for reservations and possibly order something to go. Waiting at the door for 5-8 minutes before someone makes eye contact with you is tiresome. After 3 visits i can say this is just the norm.
- hire a bus-boy and one more waiter, the service is just painful to watch and sometimes experience.
okay i shall return."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I chose Billy's Boston Chowder
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I chose Billy's Boston Chowder House because they have a long list of gluten-free options and, well, lobster! The food was delicious and the service impeccable. Billy came out to greet us and explain the menu. He returned to say the gluten-free pasta I ordered was cooking and offered us some complimentary chowder while we waited. I had the Manhattan (gluten-free) and my friend had the New England. She enjoyed hers as much as I enjoyed mine.
Even though my lobsta mac and cheese was made with gluten-free linguini instead of macaroni (they did tell me about that when I ordered), it was so good I ate every last bit.
I would definitely recommend Billy's to my friends and can't wait to go back and try some of the other many dishes."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is a great find. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a great find. The food is excellent, including a well-stuffed and juicy lobster roll, great lobster bisque and really good sea food."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great soups, chowder and fish
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My family with 2 teenagers had a fun and yummy meal here. It was packed, it's popular
so having a reservation really helped us out. I had the lobster bisque - yum! My husband
had the lobster roll with LOTS of lobster and a perfectly toasted bun. Everything was served
piping hot. Bread was good too. Wait staff was nice and attentive even though it was
busy. One son had the chowder and chowed it down! The atmosphere is very casual."
so having a reservation really helped us out. I had the lobster bisque - yum! My husband
had the lobster roll with LOTS of lobster and a perfectly toasted bun. Everything was served
piping hot. Bread was good too. Wait staff was nice and attentive even though it was
busy. One son had the chowder and chowed it down! The atmosphere is very casual."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2004
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service was excellent.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and service was excellent. The live music was subdued and enjoyable, we would recommend Boston Billy's for excellent sea food and fine service"
Dined on 02/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 27 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Boston meets Los Gatos
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A bit of Boston in Silicon Valley. Great, fresh food, well prepared and attentatively served. We'll definitely return for other delicious treats!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect date night on Valentines
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfect date night on Valentines Day! All the ladies dining in received beautiful roses!! Food was amazing and waiter was helpful for our first visit. I only wish I had better communicated I wanted to take my leftovers home but somehow it got cleared away. Other than that my husband and I will be happily returning for our seafood fix! Make reservations if you can!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Review 29 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall is good. The chowder is good. The lobster in my entree is a bit hard to chew!
Pasta is good. My wife recovered her lost iPhone in the restaurant, so thank to those nice people in this restaurant. Thanks. I will come again!"
Pasta is good. My wife recovered her lost iPhone in the restaurant, so thank to those nice people in this restaurant. Thanks. I will come again!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
For seafood lovers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The sea food selections are wonderful. There is great variety on the menu. The atmosphere and decor is as if you are on the coast. This is my favorite spot to eat in Los Gatos!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place to get your Boston
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place to get your Boston Style food fix. Good for Gluten free also."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A little noisy, but the food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A little noisy, but the food was great."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
No question the best lobster
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"No question the best lobster roll I've ever had. Plenty of lobster chunks on nice warm bread, flavorful coleslaw, very fresh fries, delish calamari.
Food was excellent but service could improve. Took a long time to get our food."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great GF options!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my second time dining at Billy's. It was a pleasant experience and Billy took time to visit with us and explain his commitment to offer gluten-free meals. It's a great relief to know he's doing his part. Thank you, Billy!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed Billy's Boston Chowder
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed Billy's Boston Chowder House very much. Bill came & chatted us up and it was like hanging out with old friends. The seafood was fresh, was perfectly prepared and was delicious. A good beer/wine selection. Great options (small plates) for trying different things. Service was quick, friendly and observant."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 36 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The restaurant has a nice
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant has a nice variety of food from a New England menu. The food was fresh and tasty. The service staff was friendly, efficient and cheerful and they knew the menu well. The owner took the time to stop by the table and chat for a moment which was a nice personal touch."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I feel fortunate for having
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I feel fortunate for having found this 'gem' of a restaurant in the neighborhood. We had reservations at 5:30 and they were not busy at all when we arrived. I ordered the house salad and the chowder sampler which I enjoyed very much. My friend ordered the Fried Haddock Sandwich with a salad and said it was very good as well. While he was waiting for his sandwich the waiter brought him a complimentary sampler of the three chowders that they offer. The atmosphere was inviting and comfortable and we definately plan return to try other offerings on their menu."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Billy's Boston Chowder House
Based on the average of (39) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic