 |
Reviews by
Member Since January 25, 2007 •
My Contributions • Reviews • Lists
|
Boston/Restaurants/Pizza Pie-er
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
..for page Massachusetts Avenue (170-194)I've eaten pizza from Pizza Pie-Er twice. I was impressed with the simple pepperoni the first time; the variety of crusts was unique and pretty tasty. The second time we had some delivered to work, and I wasn't as impressed. We got the tomato/cheese and the artichoke/ground meat pizzas. They were a bit cold, too much sauce, and the crusts were a bit thick. Overall I think this is the kind of place that you have to know what to order, but if you do you'll get good food. |
|
| Thursday, May 17, 2007 | |
|
I took a "Me and My Shadow" class here with my 2 year old daughter, and she had a fantastic time. They have a long narrow trampoline which was the source of complete fascination, as well as bars to hang from, slides, balance beams, etc. The first class was free, so I whole-heartedly recommend you try it once to see if your child enjoys it as much as mine did.
..for page [[Cambridge.MA:Smith_Place_(122-199)?search&radius=city&tags=gymnastics#_299Gymnastics_Acadamy_Of_Boston |Smith Place (122-199)]] |
|
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| I work near the Appleton Cafe, and I'm in here very often. I've been here 6 years, and I'm not tired of the food yet. My infrequent favorites are the burritos and pulled pork sandwiches. The burgers are fantastic, but I've had too many of them to not fear for my arteries (as with any burger). The original owners turned the bakery into an important part of the neighborhood including the annual Halloween Party. We all hope that the new owners will continue the various traditions! | |
| Monday, November 05, 2007 | |
| Though I work nearby, it took me a long time to go into 28 Degrees. I was a new parent when it opened, and this is not (on the surface) a place for me. The funny part is I've been here with my daughter three times now, and it's been great every time. From the tasty fries to the interesting non-alcoholic drink concoctions, it's actually REALLY child friendly food if you like some adventure. Though it's expensive, it's not crazy and it's definitely worth a trip, with kids or without. (There are no high chairs or anything, so it's not a kids restaurant, but they were more than helpful when we brought ours) | |
| Wednesday, November 14, 2007 | |
| I really wanted the Cobb Salad to be good, but it just wasn't very. Overall, I came away feeling that the restaurants claim to fame was its location not its food. I've been multiple times, so I gave them a chance. | |
| Thursday, December 06, 2007 | |
| This is a decent storage space, we've never had a problem with water or heat or theft. However, we went a bit far away from our house so that the price would be better, and they've upped the rates since we got in such that we probably could've gone closer for cheaper. So look out for rising rates. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| I really don't know why we don't go here more often. The times we've been the food has been fantastic and it seems really "cozy" and homey. I love Aquitaine, but this almost feels like a more intimate version of the same spirit. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
Let's face it, Rome Pizza is not Picco. But I have really been pleasantly surprised by several things
|
|
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| First it was Baja. For a while the Tex-Mex there was good: fresh ingredients, interesting flavors, etc. Then it went to heck. So they closed, and up popped "Prairie Star." Bad, through and through. That lasted like 6 months, then came Brownstone. I really want to believe the space isn't cursed, but every time I go the food just isn't good. Clery's, right next door, is a much better place to have "pub food" and a couple of drinks. About the nicest thing I can say is that the servers are much nicer than in the Baja days, and the beer is ok. Sadly, don't go here unless Cleary's is having Karaoke night. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| There are a lot of things to like about Billy's. The staff is friendly, remembers almost everybody who comes in, and has been a part of the neighborhood for a long time. I find the pancakes tasty and the falafel decent. Unfortunately, I think it's a bit more expensive than it warrants. $9 for a sandwich and fries and some greens is just a bit much for the quality. So if you have a hankering for a sizable portion, it's worth it. Otherwise, try the nearby Boston:Appleton Bakery or Boston:Rome Pizza for more standout options at either end of the spectrum. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| I have to admit I was hoping for more landmark than carnival ride, but my daughter enjoyed it none the less. Not something I would travel from Boston for a lot, but we had a very good day buzzing around the Salem Willows Park. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| There's no question there's something special about Kowloon. Whenever I go I seem to have a fuzzy memory and think it's the food. It's not. The food is fine, if unexceptional. But the sheer cheesiness of it all is so over the top that it ceases to be cheesy, it's just authentically Boston. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| Fantastic brunch with very fresh fruits. A little pricey at $18, but given that they've never charged us for kids (oldest now 3), it all works out. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| We've gone here since the day they opened, before we had kids, and continue to go now. It is solid, often inventive, inexpensive, and homey. A family member is lactose intolerant, so you would think "Pizza and Ice Cream Company" is a no go, but they do quite well by her I'd suggest. I prefer my pizza less "well done" than their default, so if you do too, just ask them to lighten it up. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| OMFG. The eclairs are truly amazing, Beard Papa is jealous. The chocolate flavors have crazy names, but are very subtle and incredibly rich. I like Boston:Richart also, but personally I think Aroa takes Best of Boston for me, and is up there with this little chocolate shop in Belgium I visited once (though Belgium still wins). | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| I left lunch at Stephanie's realizing the obvious: people go because of the location not the food. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| We went with our children, figuring they would love fondue... but it's just not what you hope it to be. The space is dark, the food is bland, expensive, and slow. It's a good lesson in the difference between chains and locally owned restaurants. If you want this style of dining experience, Boston:Shabu Zen seems a better choice. | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
| The pancackes at Victoria Diner are sometimes fantastic (sometimes just good). It's great to have a place that isn't full of itself, has super friendly service, and free parking. We rotate amongst Cambridge.MA:Zoe's, Boston:Mike's City Diner, and here for out-of-the-house breakfast eats with the kids. | |
| Wednesday, October 08, 2008 | |
| My favorite burrito place in the city, flat out. Finding west coast burritos in Boston isn't easy, and that's the style here. I like Boston:Anna's Taqueria too, but El Triunfo is just more "down home." It doesn't hurt that I live nearby, and the South End doesn't have many burrito places... | |
| Sunday, November 09, 2008 | |
|
Until I go there, this is from a friend:
I went to Smolak Farm which with my son's preschool classroom. It was awesome - a petting/feeding area, hayride, pumpkin patch, and warm cider donuts - my favorite part!!! ALso very low key, not as over the top as Belkin, nor as expensive, and well set up for school groups. For the school groups it was $7 per kid, not sure what it would be for a normal visit. |
|
| Tuesday, February 10, 2009 | |
| I have to admit to being a little scared to go to the new Mandarin location of L'Espalier. It's hard to imagine anything better than the previous digs, a stately old brownstone with multiple floors of different character. I have no doubt that the food will be as exquisite as it always was, but equally no doubt that I'll miss the old place. | |
| Tuesday, February 10, 2009 | |
| B. Good and UFood Grill have different strengths, but are both great quick stops. There are plenty of options for the kids that are reasonably healthy. | |
| Wednesday, February 11, 2009 | |
| Best car wash in the city I say! There can be a pretty good line on weekends, but it moves reasonably quickly. My favorite part is the swarm of people that dry your car off after it comes out. I usually bring the kids, and it's a double edged sword: on the one hand you have to take them out and put them back in, but on the other hand mine would sometimes be too afraid to go through on the inside anyway. | |
| Tuesday, March 17, 2009 | |
| Hallowed Herbs prepared great finger sandwiches for our daughter's birthday party. Very reasonably priced, perfectly seasoned for kids (not too spicy) and most importantly, loved by the kids. | |
| Monday, March 23, 2009 | |
| It took a good while to open, but what a surprise! The sandwiches are very tasty, reasonably priced, and made with high quality ingredients. The South End has very few quality lunch options, Tremont Street Cafe is definitely one of them. | |
| Friday, April 03, 2009 | |
| They are certainly very large calzones. I can't say I was impressed with the pasta or calzone, but it was definitely serviceable. It seems like a good neighborhood haunt, but perhaps not worth going far for. Delivery was speedy. | |
| Friday, April 24, 2009 | |
| I enjoy the Buttery's sweets because... I mean, who doesn't? But what I didn't know was that Saturday and Sunday they offer a wonderful brunch - reasonable prices, great atmosphere (downstairs seating by the fireplace is fantastic), and friendly service. This will go on my list of regulars. | |
| Sunday, May 03, 2009 | |
| Unusual, artisan, contemporary jewelry. Designs for men and women. | |
| Sunday, May 31, 2009 | |
| Love the name, shame about the food. I'm sure there's something there that's good, it's been around a long time. But the meatloaf and the kids menu were both really bad. I think Brownstone is worse, but it's a toss up of mediocrity. Go to Clerys or B Good instead. | |
| Sunday, May 31, 2009 | |
| You can't go wrong with B. Good, it's excellent for grown ups and kids alike. I really enjoy the smoothies and the baked fries, though I think you either like baked fries or you don't (they're done well here, but if you're expecting McDonalds quality fries, these aren't them). This is a regular haunt for many a South End resident. | |
