Sycamore Reviews List

Dined on 5/21/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was largely very good, though a little excessively fussy and contrived. The noise level is well beyond energetic: The walls are brick and there is no sound-absorbing material. Conversation is pretty impossible."

Dined on 5/21/2013

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Review 2 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Have Never Been Disappointed

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We are becoming regulars at Sycamore and are enjoying introducing friends to it! Extraordinary food in the heart of Newton Centre. A true find in the Boston 'burbs."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 3 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I thought the menu choices were very limiting. I had swordfish which was very dry and presentation was lacking. Wine choices also so so. Everyone at the table did like their dessert choices. Layout is crowded. I would not bother going back."

Dined on 5/18/2013

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Review 4 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Well worth it

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great experience. We live in Manhattan --- were picking our son up at college, and took a chance on Sycamore on the basis of good online reviews. Food (we shared the pig board, which featured four different cuts and preparations) was really tasty -- prepared and presented with imagination and care. Service was friendly and helpful. Great wine list. Even dessert -- we chose the beignets -- was surprisingly first-rate. Really surprising find in a city known more for stately homes than excellent food."

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, neighborhood gem

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Review 5 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Newton gem

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The neighborhood is very lucky to have this restaurant. One of the best roasted chickens I have had in a long time. Attentive service, great vibe. I highly recommend it!"

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 6 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful food!

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Now up there with Oleana as our favorite restaurant in this area. The food was great. A bit noisy, and a bit too warm. But the food was memorable."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 7 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great feel and smell and delicious food."

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 8 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Splendid food

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Every dish we had at Sycamore was imaginative, fresh, and absolutely delicious - one of the best meals we've had in years. The chef combined foods in creative ways that brought out all the flavors. The octopus appetizer was outstanding, and the lamb and pork entrees served each meat with several different and terrific preparations.The waitstaff was attentive. The place is small (and because of an odd cooling arrangement, it was cold in the room) but the atmosphere is friendly enough."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 9 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Food Find in Boston Area

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"If you value delicious food in a warm, comfortable atmosphere, then Sycamore is your place. Located in the heart of Newton Centre, the nouveau French cuisine is not to be missed. From razorback clams to lamb to beignets - -you cannot go wrong. Make sure you make a reservation as it's very hard to get a table spur of the moment - -esp. on weekends!"

Dined on 5/10/2013

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

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Review 10 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We had dinner at the Sycamore on a Saturday night, and while the food was excellent, we were very disappointed in the service and the level of noise in the restaurant. (The piped in music did not help.) It took some time to be greeted (and we had a reservation) - and the restaurant was jammed at the entry way. Once seated, it took quite a long time to have someone ask us for our drink order. After some additional length time, someone came around with a basket of bread and gave us each a piece - but when one of us wanted an additional piece, the bread server was no where to be found. It felt like the restaurant was short-staffed. We were very happy with the meal, but I am not sure I would go back on a Saturday night."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 11 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A gem!

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"GREAT dinner with some girlfriends on a Friday night -- we had 7 dishes and each one was *delicious* - I have already recommended to all of my friends and family."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 12 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Meal With Amazing Service

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I went to Sycamore with my husband and another couple. The service was totally amazing. Our server was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and made great suggestions when asked. The food was delicious and prepared perfectly. Our only complaint was the noise level. Although we did not need to scream to talk to each other, we did need to raise our voices quite a bit. I highly recommend this suburban gem."

Dined on 5/10/2013

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

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Review 13 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Good food, amateur service

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Sycamore projects a low-key sophisticated vibe, but doesn't live up to it. The waiter kept us waiting quite a while after we were seated. The food was very good--a creative salad and a nice vegetarian bean dish, with a side of tasty cauliflower--but there was a big lag between the salad and the main dish (I like a leisurely meal, but this was way beyond that). Then our side dish, which the waiter had talked us into, didn't arrive. I think he forgot to put the order in, though he claimed the kitchen was backed up. It didn't arrive until we were done with our main course.

I hope Sycamore spends more time training its staff. If so, it will be worth returning."

Dined on 5/09/2013

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Review 14 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We went to Sycamore for my wife's birthday, and loved it! The food was thoughtful and everything we had was excellent and flavorful. You can tell that they change their menu frequently with thoughtful items. We had the Pork Board for 2 (Pork prepared 4 ways with accompanying sides). From what I hear they also have a "Board" but change the protein. It was wonderful. Small place, so you need reservations but definitely worth the visit."

Dined on 5/05/2013

Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 15 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Food

Dined on 5/08/2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Our salad was wilted and lacked sufficient dressing. When I commented to the waiter he said it had wilted because of the dressing!
This is ridiculous as every salad would be wilted and this does not happen. All 4 of us had the salad and we all had the same complaint.
The dessert was unremarkable.
The main course passable.
We had a subsequent reservation which we cancelled."

Dined on 5/08/2013

Special Features: hot spot

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Review 16 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/06/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Absolutely no complaints. Everyone was attentive and the food was suberb. Our waiter, Jason, was the real gem at this restaurant though. He was patient, down to earth and knowledgable. He went above and beyond to make sure all our questions were answered. His recommendations were delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed our food discussions with him and will forever consider him our Sycamore waiter of choice."

Dined on 5/06/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 17 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best overall restaurant

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Our late night dinner at Sycamore was excellent. We arrived little early for our reservation. The staff greeted us with a warm welcome and kindly gave us the drinks menu so we can start enjoying our evening while our table is being prepared. When we moved to our table, everything was clean, simple, efficient and well thought off. Our server was very knowledge about the every part of the menu in detail and gave us great recommendations. The food is simply perfect. Well balanced plate after plate with unique flavor combinations, masterfully put together with elegance. The chorizo balls are definitely too die for so are the smoked chicken sausages, served with the roasted chicken. Overall one of the best meals from start to finish."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 18 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of the best

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The opening of Sycamore adds another top-flight restaurant to the area. The food was bursting with flavors, beautifully presented, and substantial in portion. The wait staff added immeasurably to the experience - it was as if we were served by the entire staff (and it certainly seems that they like one another quite a lot).

A stellar food experience and we look forward to returning."

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 19 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great new Newton spot

Dined on 4/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Newton has recently added some new finds to its eating experience, the food and service experiencce at Sycamore makes it one to have high on your list to visit!!!"

Dined on 4/30/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem

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Review 20 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sycamore lived up to the hype

Dined on 4/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I read a number of reviews about Sycamore. All of which were outstanding. When I finally got a reservation, on a Tuesday night, I wasn't sure it would live up to the reviews. It did. Four of us had appetizers, entrees and shared two deserts. The only disappointing dish was the green salad. Everything else, top notch."

Dined on 4/30/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 21 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Top 25 Contributor

Dined on 4/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Sycamore is a new restaurant, and the food was outstanding and creative! The acoustics, however were terrible! It was so loud that we couldn't even talk to each other."

Dined on 4/30/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 22 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Pleased Not Wowed

Dined on 04/27/2013

2005

Dined on 04/27/2013

2005

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Nice- Good-but a bit overrated. Perhaps it depends on expectations,or how well one cooks general, how high one's bar is for great food, or simply the over zealous writing reviews that reviews. With that said- over all good- but not incredible….
The parsnip soup appetizer- the highlight of the evening-a 10
The shrimp and asparagus appetizer 8.5.The pork board-for two- a mix bag of very good- fair- a 7 due to a tough pork leg muscle served as a loin, that required–as the waitress put it” small bites to chew it”. What was she thinking? Nice idea for a shared entrée but some of the flavors not distinct enough and melting into the next portion. The highlight- the house made bratwurst and potatoe salad - fantastic!

Over all- pleased, not wow"

Dined on 04/27/2013

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 23 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

High Hopes Dashed

Dined on 04/20/2013

2009

Dined on 04/20/2013

2009

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I had high hopes for Sycamore based on the recommendation of several friends and the fact that we had not been able to get a Saturday night reservation for quite a while. I'll quickly summarize: the food, the service, the whole experience, felt overwrought and pretentious. My wife and I really wanted to love Sycamore, but we were underwhelmed."

Dined on 04/20/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

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Review 24 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was great but they

Dined on 04/26/2013

Dined on 04/26/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was great but they ran out of many of the dishes we were interested in. Dinner was at 8:30 so it was not too late in the evening. But the food was creative and excellent, and the atmossphere was very comfortable and the staff was welcoming."

Dined on 04/26/2013

2006

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

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Review 25 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very warm and welcoming ambiance

Dined on 04/25/2013

2010

Dined on 04/25/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Very warm and welcoming ambiance with authentic, well prepared and honest food. Great cocktails."

Dined on 04/25/2013

2010

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

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Review 26 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Welcome addition

Dined on 04/23/2013

Dined on 04/23/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This was my third visit to Sycamore and it just keeps getting better everytime I am lucky enough to dine there. The service is friendly and the waitstaff is always well-informed. The food is well-prepared and the menu changes often as far as I can tell. Sycamore is a welcome addition to Newton Centre!"

Dined on 04/23/2013

2006

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 27 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Overall there is nothing bad

Dined on 04/24/2013

Dined on 04/24/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Overall there is nothing bad I can say about this restaurant. The decor is very nice. The staff is very friendly. The food is OK My first course of the shrimp appetizer was very good and my companions order of their special for that night which was trout with pasta was very good. I was just disappointed with their lamb board. The quality of the lamb was not the best. They gave three chops for two people which would have been okay except that there was more fat than meat. I would probably try them again as there seems to be rave reviews about the pig board."

Dined on 04/24/2013

2007

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Review 28 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding! Food: We were

Dined on 04/21/2013

2004

Dined on 04/21/2013

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Outstanding!
Food: We were 2 couples (good friends who share) so sampled a number of different dishes. With our drinks, we started with the chourizo croquettas; crispy outside and melt-in-your-mouth creamy inside. A must. We shared a well-balanced salad and the cobia appetizer. The cobia was flavorful, but was not portioned for sharing. The "board" offering (for 2) was lamb. It is prepared in multiple ways and is wonderful. It was more than enough for 2 and is easily worth the price ($65). We also had the rabbit which was prepared perfectly and a swordfish that was among the best I ever had.

Service: Our server (Kasea-hope that is right) was outstanding. She was very knowledgeable and, as a result, very helpful."

Dined on 04/21/2013

2004

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

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Review 29 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My boyfriend's birthday was

Dined on 04/21/2013

2012

Dined on 04/21/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"My boyfriend's birthday was great and well prepd by the waiting staff considering I booked my reservation online and gave instructions in the writing. The Lamb board was GREAT! We felt very welcomed.. Will definitely recommend this joint to everyone ;).. Thank you"

Dined on 04/21/2013

2012

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 30 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Great food, nice surrounding,

Dined on 04/20/2013

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great food, nice surrounding, we were able to communicate despite of some noise. Next time we would appreciate more various choice of meals, not only one from the usual categories, like meat, fish, poultry.
Good luck!"

Dined on 04/20/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion

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Review 31 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great addition the the burbs!

Dined on 04/17/2013

2009

Dined on 04/17/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great service and top notch food. I would have recommended this restaurant if it were in Boston so it is a no brainer in the burbs!"

Dined on 04/17/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 32 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was superb, from

Dined on 04/17/2013

2003

Dined on 04/17/2013

2003

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was superb, from beginning to end. All was elegantly plated and served. How wonderful that Newton Centre has all several fine new restaurants!"

Dined on 04/17/2013

2003

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 33 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

We chose the restaurant based

Dined on 04/16/2013

2011

Dined on 04/16/2013

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We chose the restaurant based on the Globe's rave review. The wait staff is excellent--attentive and helpful--but the limited menu was disappointing. The room was packed with a line outside so we may have made poor choices. I might try it again, but I won't rush to do it."

Dined on 04/16/2013

2011

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Review 34 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Glad that we tried, but menu

Dined on 04/16/2013

2005

Dined on 04/16/2013

2005

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Glad that we tried, but menu is fairly limited and my wife does not eat meat or chicken.
The food was OK, but nothing special.
The service was very good."

Dined on 04/16/2013

2005

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Review 35 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Disappointed

Dined on 04/12/2013

2009

Dined on 04/12/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Menu is very limited; only a third of our party found something they liked. Restaurant is very noisy and service was abrupt, like they didn't know how to deal with a full house. We were disappointed."

Dined on 04/12/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 36 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a fun, new restaurant!

Dined on 04/14/2013

2008

Dined on 04/14/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"What a fun, new restaurant! The service was friendly but informed, i.e. no attitude. The food is excellent, with lots of emphasis on seasonal ingredients put together in lovely combinations. As for the dining room, there are lots of hard surfaces, so I'm sure it's noisy when full. But I look forward to seeing what the chef comes up with in the changing seasons."

Dined on 04/14/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

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Review 37 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Newton Gem

Dined on 04/13/2013

Dined on 04/13/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Keeps on improving including with interesting wine finds and ever changing menu...staff is diligent and friendly."

Dined on 04/13/2013

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 38 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Gem of a Restaurant

Dined on 04/08/2013

Dined on 04/08/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I thought the service was outstanding. People try to please and accommodate without being obsequious. I appreciate that. The food was excellent. My only criticism is that the menu is quite limited, especially in this case where the dishes are esoteric, or perhaps, just unusual. I, for example, could never eat rabbit, so if that is on the menu, I would prefer to have more choice in chicken or beef. There was a delicious veggie gratin, and that was fine for me. Possibly one more choice of a basic would be appreciated. The waiter told us that the menu changes completely every few weeks. Here again, there does not seem to be a place for a "favorite." I would definitely return to Sycamore and find the food ambitious and well prepared."

Dined on 04/08/2013

2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 39 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

I wanted to like this restaurant

Dined on 04/07/2013

Dined on 04/07/2013

2007

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I wanted to like this restaurant much more than I did--it's in my neighborhood, it has a relaxed and gracious ambience, the food was supposed to be terrific. But everything we ordered was only fine and the service was really slow."

Dined on 04/07/2013

2007

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Review 40 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Definitely a keeper. Menu

Dined on 04/06/2013

Dined on 04/06/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Definitely a keeper. Menu is very different and some in our party felt a little out of their comfort zone, but in the end we were all pleased with our choices (and quite full). The wait staff was extremely knowledgeable and attentive. We will definitely be going back."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 41 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A well choreographed dining

Dined on 03/31/2013

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"A well choreographed dining experience. Multi layered with professional guidance and service."

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 42 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food

Dined on 04/06/2013

Dined on 04/06/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Very nice food, with some creative touches, but especially well balanced and subtle in flavor elements. I felt a little talked down to about how Sycamore is so dedicated to fresh things, blah blah blah. I had already heard that talk when I asked the waiter if they had a replacement for the fish they ran out of, but I got it again. This was on a Saturday night, so since I know the restaurant business, I know that they have more stuff to serve Sunday night, and it will be one day older, so it was perfectly reasonable to ask "do you have a substitution?" and not get the condescension."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2013

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Review 43 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Another quality option in

Dined on 04/05/2013

2005

Dined on 04/05/2013

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Another quality option in the growing list of gourmet-level Newton restaurants for the affluent. There is a lot of creativity in the limited menu, so repeat visits will be just as interesting. Wine selections are pricey, but mediocre, thus the bill ended up higher than it should have."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 44 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best little find!

Dined on 03/31/2013

Dined on 03/31/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"A new favorite Boston restaurant(it doesn't unseat 80 Thoreau in Concord) but WHAT a WONDERFUL surprise it was the other night at Sycamore! The personal attention started before we even got there, they left a message about an earlier table opening up! Our waiter was perfection! He was knowledgable and gently guided us to complete satisfaction, not that everything wouldn't be amazing. We opted for multiple plates and each were just the right touch, however I keep dreaming of the yogurt panna cotta! I forgot to mention our start with sublime cocktails! And we'll matched wines throughout the dinner. Can't wait to go back, reserve early it's an intimate little place, the bar looks like a nice place to hang and wait tho."

Dined on 03/31/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 45 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Clearly the success of Ten

Dined on 04/04/2013

2012

Dined on 04/04/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Clearly the success of Ten Tables in JP is evident in this newly opened restaurant by the same team. It was a special evening and the one corner table was perfect. We agreed that it would be a perfect neighborhood place for just a drink at the bar. Reasonably quiet (read low noise) allowing for easy conversation, service was attentive, food was presented well and fun, we had the lamb for two. Without question we will return."

Dined on 04/04/2013

2012

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

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Review 46 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dave Punch has a hit, food

Dined on 03/28/2013

Dined on 03/28/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Dave Punch has a hit, food is awesome, comfortable interior, try it!"

Dined on 03/28/2013

2007

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

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Review 47 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

BIG, NEW VIBE GREAT PEDIGREE Grea

Dined on 04/03/2013

2004

Dined on 04/03/2013

2004

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"BIG, NEW VIBE
GREAT PEDIGREE
Great addition to Newton Center
Food is inviting, eclectic, innovative and delicious

As with any new, busy restaurant some faults:
1) hire a bus boy
2) figure out where customers can wait without getting in the way ( similar to Craigie on Main problem)

Overall a winner!"

Dined on 04/03/2013

2004

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 48 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was wonderful and delicious.

Dined on 04/03/2013

Dined on 04/03/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food was wonderful and delicious. Waitstaff very attentive."

Dined on 04/03/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 49 for Sycamore

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

'Scuse Me While I Kiss the Sky!