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Name: Post 390
Address: 406 Stuart St, Boston, MA, 02116
Telephone: (617) 399-0015
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.54

Post 390

406 Stuart St, Boston, MA, 02116

(617) 399-0015
Store is closed

Post 390 Menu

Appetizers

Maine And Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

Spiced Tuna Poke

Lobster And Buttercup Squash Bisque

Salad Of Market Lettuces

Southern Fried Green Tomatoes With Vermont Chevre

1/2 Lb. Boiled ‘peel And Eat’ Fresh Florida Shrimp

Caesar Salad With Portobello Carpaccio

House Smoked Atlantic Salmon
Entrees

Grilled Atlantic Swordfish

Brandt Farm Sirloin Steak

Grilled Atlantic Salmon

Whole Grilled Fish

Porcini And Truffled Ricotta Lasagna

Char-grilled Brandt Farm Skirt Steak

Roasted Free Range Organic Chicken Garlic-rosemary Brined

Lobster Tail Schnitzel
Raw Bar

Island Creek Oyster Ma

Katama Bay Oysters Ma

Cotuit Oysters Ma

Wianno Ma

Wild Caught White Shrimp Cocktail

Woodbury Family Dug Littleneck Clams

Jonah Crab Claws

Seafood Tower
Side Dishes

Crushed Little Potatoes

Grilled Broccolini

Deviled Duck Egg

House Cut French Fries

Green Leafy Vegetables

Ward’s Farm Brussels Sprouts

Mashed Bliss Potatoes
Appetizers

Baked Wianno Oysters

Nantucket Bay Scallop Ceviche
Entrees

‘steak Frites And Oysters’

Pan Roasted Monkfish Au Poivre
Desserts

Taza Crème Caramel

Old-fashioned Apple Turnovers
Starters

Crisped Point Judith Calamari

New England Clam Chowder
Entrees

Fish And Chips

Grilled Flat Iron Steak

Grilled Atlantic Salmon Salad

Grilled Flat Iron Steak Salad

House Smoked Chicken Cobb Salad

Four Cheese Macaroni

Caesar Salad

House Smoked Salmon

Grilled Mahi Mahi
Sandwiches

Grilled Cheese

Rare Roast Beef Sandwich

Post Burger

1/3 Lb Kobe Beef Hot Dog

Grilled Chicken Breast Panini

Fried Fish On Brioche

Maine Lobster Roll

Mediterranean Vegetable Panini

House Roast Turkey Blt
Grilled Flatbreads

Classic Margherita

Goat Cheese And Kalamata Olive

Lamb Sausage And Feta
Raw Bar

Pat’s Wellfleet Littleneck Clams

Wild White Shrimp Cocktail

Market Oysters On Half Shell
Side Dishes

French Fries

Deviled Eggs

Bbq Pit Beans

Creamy Cole Slaw
Main

Western Omelet

Cinnamon Roll French Toast

3 Eggs Any Style

Eggs Benedict

House Smoked Salmon

Post 390 Continental

Chicken Fried Steak

Post 390 Burger

Grilled Chicken Panini

House Smoked Chicken Cobb Salad

Grilled Atlantic Salmon Salad

Maine Lobster Roll

Caesar Salad
Sides

Pork Link Sausage

Thick Cut Applewood Smoked Bacon

Home Fried Potatoes

Homemade Granola

Breakfast Pastry Basket

Toast

Bagel

French Fries

Deviled Eggs

Creamy Cole Slaw

Buttermilk Biscuits
Beverages

Coffee Or Tea

Cappuchino Or Cafe Latte

Today's Fruit Smoothie

Fresh Juice

Post 390 Bloody Mary

Mimosa

Bellini
Lunch

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Hamburger

Macaroni & Cheese

Skirt Steak & Fries

Margherita Flatbread
Brunch

Scrambled Eggs

French Toast

Silver Dollar Pancakes
Dinner

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Hamburger

Fish & Chips

Macaroni & Cheese

Steak & Fries

Margherita Flatbread

All-natural Grilled Chicken Breast

Pan Fried Chicken Cutlet

Pasta
Beverages

Milk

Chocolate Milk

Homemade Lemonade

Orange Juice

Soda

Chocolate Or Vanilla Milkshake

Healthy Meal suggestions for Post 390

Appetizers

Maine And Jumbo Lump Crab Cake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spiced Tuna Poke [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lobster And Buttercup Squash Bisque [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salad Of Market Lettuces [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Southern Fried Green Tomatoes With Vermont Chevre [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

1/2 Lb. Boiled ‘peel And Eat’ Fresh Florida Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad With Portobello Carpaccio [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Smoked Atlantic Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Entrees

Grilled Atlantic Swordfish [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Brandt Farm Sirloin Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Atlantic Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Whole Grilled Fish [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Porcini And Truffled Ricotta Lasagna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Char-grilled Brandt Farm Skirt Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Free Range Organic Chicken Garlic-rosemary Brined [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lobster Tail Schnitzel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Raw Bar

Island Creek Oyster Ma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Katama Bay Oysters Ma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cotuit Oysters Ma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Wianno Ma [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Wild Caught White Shrimp Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Woodbury Family Dug Littleneck Clams [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Jonah Crab Claws [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Seafood Tower [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Side Dishes

Crushed Little Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Broccolini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Deviled Duck Egg [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Cut French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Green Leafy Vegetables [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ward’s Farm Brussels Sprouts [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mashed Bliss Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Appetizers

Baked Wianno Oysters [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Nantucket Bay Scallop Ceviche [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Entrees

‘steak Frites And Oysters’ [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pan Roasted Monkfish Au Poivre [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Taza Crème Caramel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Old-fashioned Apple Turnovers [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Starters

Crisped Point Judith Calamari [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

New England Clam Chowder [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Entrees

Fish And Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Flat Iron Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Atlantic Salmon Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Flat Iron Steak Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Smoked Chicken Cobb Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Four Cheese Macaroni [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Smoked Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Mahi Mahi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sandwiches

Grilled Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rare Roast Beef Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Post Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

1/3 Lb Kobe Beef Hot Dog [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken Breast Panini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fried Fish On Brioche [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maine Lobster Roll [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mediterranean Vegetable Panini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Roast Turkey Blt [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Grilled Flatbreads

Classic Margherita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Goat Cheese And Kalamata Olive [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lamb Sausage And Feta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Raw Bar

Pat’s Wellfleet Littleneck Clams [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Wild White Shrimp Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Market Oysters On Half Shell [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Side Dishes

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Deviled Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bbq Pit Beans [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Creamy Cole Slaw [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Main

Western Omelet [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cinnamon Roll French Toast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

3 Eggs Any Style [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Eggs Benedict [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Smoked Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Post 390 Continental [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Fried Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Post 390 Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Chicken Panini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

House Smoked Chicken Cobb Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Atlantic Salmon Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Maine Lobster Roll [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

Pork Link Sausage [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Thick Cut Applewood Smoked Bacon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Home Fried Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Homemade Granola [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Breakfast Pastry Basket [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Toast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bagel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Deviled Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Creamy Cole Slaw [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buttermilk Biscuits [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beverages

Coffee Or Tea [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cappuchino Or Cafe Latte [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Today's Fruit Smoothie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fresh Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Post 390 Bloody Mary [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mimosa [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bellini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Lunch

Grilled Cheese Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hamburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Macaroni & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Skirt Steak & Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Margherita Flatbread [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Brunch

Scrambled Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Toast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Silver Dollar Pancakes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Dinner

Grilled Cheese Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hamburger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fish & Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Macaroni & Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steak & Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Margherita Flatbread [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

All-natural Grilled Chicken Breast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pan Fried Chicken Cutlet [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pasta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beverages

Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Milk [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Homemade Lemonade [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Orange Juice [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Soda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Or Vanilla Milkshake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Write An Anonymous Review

Denise S.

Been here twice. Last time I ordered the grilled cheese but forgot to ask for no bacon, when the sandwich came I could not eat it because I don't eat meat. They took the sandwich back, and the manager came over and apologized, which was nice.... but the sandwich came back ... it tasted like bacon... it still had pieces of bacon in it... they didn't make a new sandwich, they just took the bacon off the sandwich.... Um..... Yuck. I still ate the sandwich because I didn't have time to wait again, and I was hungry, but it made me very very sad. I do like the upstairs, has a great view... and the food is pretty good despite the bacon laced re-gifted sandwich.
(3)
Steph A.

Great bar, good food, and nice atmospohere! Good place to grab quality food and catch a sports game.
(4)
Thomas G.

I was really impressed by this restaurant. The buttermilk fried cornish game hens were delicious. The fried clams were also good. Another great dish was their corn bread, which was quite savory rather than sweet. The service and drinks were great. The portion sizes were really good too. My only complaints were that the food was slightly under salted for my taste (although my companions didn't agree) and a few asparagus pieces my friend got had the fibrous ends still on. Still all in all, this was a great meal at a fair price with good service. I highly recommend it!
(4)
Anna B.

Food is good. Drinks are a little pricey. As an earlier Yelper pointed out this bar is full of "corporate types". That would be me! If you want to hang out with non-corporate types it's not a great idea to go to a bar flanked by 3 insurance companies. Now if you ARE a corporate type looking for a nice time after work (sans 22 yr olds) this is a good bet. Oh yeah and on a rainy, windy night if you get the table right at the corner of Stuart and Clarendon you get free entertainment watching people fight with their umbrellas in the Hancock wind tunnel.
(4)
Melissa S.

Went in for lunch.. Loved the open kitchen and fireplaces. Our server was really helpful with menu selection, especially since It was one of those indecisive EVERYTHING sounds good days. Is there a term to cover diner's remorse? I ordered crab & avocado salad, my friend ordered steak and fries. No comparison. My crab was bland and when I finished my plate, I was still so hungry I could have gnawed through the dish. Next time, I'll listen to my gut and go for the comfort foods. I think that might just be where Post 390 excels.
(4)
Jane G.

The food was very good and the service was as well. I had returned there thinking that they still had the "comfort food" which they had when they started, but they do not have this type of food anymore. However the current menu was very good.
(4)
Cornelia M.

I actually really like going here! The place is close to home and they have great steak frites! You're not going to come here and make out with a cheap bill but I'm okay with that! Love coming in the winter their fireplace is sooo nice and soooo warm! They also have a decent selection of beer and wine! Can't go wrong with that! Service has always been great!
(4)
Jonathan W.

Most of the reviews are spot on. This place is about a great space, crowd and ambiance. Very good for groups and meetings. The service keeps the drinks coming well. The food is only about average. The shrimp and clams were a bit lacking in freshness. The pastas were done well. Grab some drinks here and enjoy the conversation.
(4)
Misti M.

Dined at 7:30 on 8/24/13 We were looking for a restaurant walking distance to the Pru; having dinner with friends staying in town. Read mixed reviews about this restaurant on Yelp and other sites. Decided to give it a try. Beautiful restaurant. We sat up stairs and had a wonderful view. We were seated on time for our reservation. The waitstaff were excellent. Food was delicious. As luck would have it they were offering a great Restaurant Week menu option. While that is a great bargain, I didn't feel the menu prices without the Restaurant week deal were more than any other restaurant in the greater Boston area of this caliber. I would go back to Post 390 and recommend it to everyone.
(5)
Kevin M.

Great servers and beer selection, but a bit crowded. The bartenders were very helpful and friendly and the beer list was good if not mind blowing. Not too loud but bar seats are close together.
(4)
Kristen M.

Although I enjoyed the staff and decor of the restaurant, I do not think the quality and portion sizes are deserving of the prices. My husband had the new england clam chowder and was not impressed. It was watery and didn't think the small bowl was worth the $8.50 we paid for it. I had the fava bean crostini which was ok. My husband got the pasta with pesto and mushrooms for his entree and thought it was ok but just a very small portion for $18. I choose the coriander crusted salmon burger for dinner which would have been great except the salt level was incredibly high. Overall, we spent a good deal of money but weren't totally satisfied with our meal.
(2)
Charles F.

Delightful atmosphere on a great corner. They lose a star from what would have been a four rating however as the waiter clearly lost interest on us when we said we were ordering appetizers only. Still those appetizers total came out to over $25 a person. The chowder was okay. The raw tuna was delightful. The tuna salad on bread was fine, but nothing that special. Still, that raw tuna appetizer was delicious and overall I do recommend them.
(3)
Andy H.

Total waste of time and money. I was shocked with the quality of the food, the duck wasn't good or the side dish. The venison wasn't good either, or the ice cream which was served in a mason jar? Random. We asked for bread and were charged... $8 dollars?? For a piece of bread that was stale and difficult to cut?? Overall we spent $170 for two people and were totally bummed we didn't go somewhere else to spend it. Our server poured more wine on the table than went in the glass and we had to wait like 30 minutes to order food. Wish we'd just gone somewhere in the north end
(1)
Mark S.

My date and I were placed in a seemingly romantic corner, then promptly ignored by our waiter for the majority of the evening. Requests for bread were ignored, the service was extremely slow for a non-busy Sunday night, and when the time came to get the cards back our waiter mysteriously vanished. We were greeted by an apologetic waitress who made some excuse about there being an issue with the POS system. She was polite. I enjoy their other restaurant Harvest immensely, but this place had mediocre, bland, overpriced food, and poor service. I wanted to like this place, but they made it impossible.
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Chris M.

Had berkshire brewing imperial steel rail on tap! Staff was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We only had drinks and appetizers. The waiter was great at recommending drinks that everyone liked (beer and wine). Would definitely go back for a full meal.
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Liam O.

Steak salad was delicious and filling. The burger was simple yet flavourful. Decor was nice and open. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a slightly more expensive (and more delicious) lunch.
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Ana S.

This is my post-work oasis and becoming a bit of my drinking hole. It has decent cocktails and a working fire place during the winter. Other than a good date, what more do you need? The cheese and meat boards pair nicely with cocktails. The salads are reliable and standard. The ambiance is lodgey and comfortable. Check it out if you need a reliable spot.
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Hannah G.

I thought Dine Out Boston 2015 would be the perfect opportunity to try out Post 390, and I was not disappointed! The meal was absolutely fabulous. We took advantage of the Prix Fixe menu, and I ventured to try the beer pairings with the food. I had: Appetizer: Salad of Local Lettuces raw & pickled cherries, toasted pistachios, rosemary biscuit, nancy's hudson valley camembert; with Shandy, Berkshire Brewing - South Deerfield, MA. Entree: Pan Fried Pork Milanese heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, pickled red onion, marjoram olive oil; with Wheat Ale, Weihenstephaner, Hefe Weissbier (Germany). Dessert: Devil's Food Cake; with Petrus Aged Red (Belgium). The beer pairings were surprising and absolutely perfect. I loved everything about how the flavors played together. The pork was truly an experience to behold - I couldn't get enough of this flavor! And the Petrus Aged Red beer with dessert was so interesting - it was sweet and sour, and at first smelled like grape juice. But it was delightful and absolutely an excellent pair with the Devil's Food Cake. I like how the servers act in teams. We interacted with four different people at our table: our main server, Matt, who was lovely and helpful; the young woman who filled out water (she was always right there before I ever thought "Uh oh, I'm running low on water."); the runner who brought us our food - he was very polite and respectful of the food and of us; and the secondary server - she checked in on how we were enjoying the food, so she heard me raving and proclaiming the magic of the chefs. This team acted as a well-oiled machine. We felt neither rushed nor neglected. Granted, we did have our reservation at 8 pm, so the later hour might account for the staff's availability. Overall, our experience at Post 390 was absolutely wonderful. We will return!
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Catherine D.

Awesome!!! From the street it doesn't look like much, but when you get inside... Waiter was fantastic! I ordered a key lime pie martini. It wasn't on the menu. While I was trying to figure out something else to drink, he brought me my martini!!! They had made it work and it was delicious. The food is incredible. I went with a friend for restaurant week! Great choice. Highly recommend it!! Only downside was the chocolate ice cream. Too salty.
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Nandanie S.

Came here for Dine Out Boston/RW with a few friends and liked it! For an appetizer, I ordered the grilled calamari. It was tasty, just wish there was a little more calamari on the plate. For an entree, I ordered the myer lemon and black pepper chicken. The pork was recommended, but I really wanted chicken. It was served with spinach and mashed potatoes, and it was scrumptious. Quite the large portion too. For dessert I tried the chocolate cremeux. This was wonderful. Perfect end to a meal. Two of us at the table also got the wine pairings. The port that came with dessert was superb. Service was awesome and we never felt that we were ignored or unattended. Ambience was chill and quite relaxing for a Thursday evening. Will visit again!!
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Amber D.

Have you ever entered an eatery, and right off the bat you knew that this would be one amazing meal out? Well, this was what occurred to me upon entering Post 390! The atmosphere is warm and inviting and not only are you greeted warmly by the hostess but by everyone you come in contact with from the waiter to the many people who make sure you have the best experience possible with refilling your water quickly and making sure your table is ready for the next course! They work together as one beautiful team, and both my husband as well as myself were seriously impressed! My wonderful husband ordered the Brandt Farm Sirloin Steak with gruyere charlotte, french onion broth, horseradish-watercress butter. I had Scituate Lobster Pan Roast with potato chive purÃ©e, pernod & finnan haddie broth, heirloom carrots with melted leeks. Both meals were among one of the best we've ever had...so phenomenally good I find it hard to even gather mere words to do it justice! Embarrassingly enough, if I was a plate licker, I would have been very tempted to do so at this eatery. Please don't publicly shame me for such a painfully honest remark...but it's the truth! It was SO good we didn't want our night to end, nor our meal for that matter! During our eating experience, the General Manager Devin even stopped by to see how we were enjoying our meal...which was such a nice added pleasure to the already amazing night! It was our very last night in Boston....and you know those bitter sweet feelings that go along with last nights when you've had an amazing vacation, but you know it's coming to a close....somehow while we were at Post 390, all those mixed feelings went away for a moment and time stood still if only for two hours....so perfect!!!!
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April K.

Pleasantly surprised. Came here on a whim for restaurant week with a group of gfs, and we weren't expecting the food to be that great. We were seated promptly upstairs at a round table, and there was a lot of privacy. The tables are spacious and far apart so it gave us a chance to catch up without feeling like we were a part of other people's conversations. My first course was the raw bar sampler, which was amazing, but there isn't much to cocktail shrimp or oysters. It was difficult to tear apart the crab claw though. My second course was the grilled top sirloin of brandt beef, which was very tender and juicy. The steak wasn't seasoned too heavily, and they cooked it perfectly to medium rare. I enjoyed the mushroom risotto that it paired with, and the carrots were a nice touch as well. Lastly, the dessert was very interesting and unique- it was an eclair with green tea filling in the middle. They do not mention the green tea flavor on the menu, which was bizarre, but I thought it was a nice twist. My specialty cocktail was strange though- a couple of us got the Rosemary Blush, but it just tasted like bad gin and too much Rosemary. It needed something to balance it out. No one from my group enjoyed it. Service was great though, no complaints there. OMG I almost forgot to mention their bread that they give you at the beginning. I would go back there just for the bread... so buttery and soft...
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Bonnie K.

I would never go here. The wait staff is awful unfriendly and misses up all the time Half the wait staff goes outside and smokes and leaves you waiting for your food and drinks.
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Kit T.

My friend and I met for a casual dinner fairly early after work in Back Bay. I hadn't been before but really liked the space and vibe, airy but cool with dark wood and lots of windows, openness. I'm sure it can get hectic, so go early for quiet conversation. The food was wonderful - thoughtful and artsy without being pretentious. I had the seed-encrusted salmon from upstairs (but in the Tavern downstairs - thank you!) and it was a delight. Wine was great, and all the patrons just seemed normal and happy and... grownup. The staff is warm, professional, well-informed, and attentive but and non-intrusive. One star below 5 only because i need to go back just in case i'm wrong that this is my new go-to for semi-casual, traditional American fare in Back Bay - and my friend thought the chocolate cookies that arrived in a quaint jar should have been warm (though they were still very good). We'll be back.
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Helen L.

High end food. Great quality and delicious. I had the steak frites and it didn't disappoint. Full of flavor!!! But I think my favorite was their Banana creme pie- wowie!!!! Came here on a Friday at noon and it was all business people at lunch. Service was good. Their strawberry mint lemonade was fantastic!
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Peggy S.

I went here for lunch for restaurant week summer 2015 with some coworkers. The service was pretty great and the serving time was really good for the busy-ness that is restaurant week. We all ordered from the restaurant week so I can't speak to their regular menu. I ordered the romaine hearts, duck confit salad, and chocolate sliver and I'll just go over each of these. The grilled lettuce hearts would be better described as "Caesar salad on top of a grilled slice of focaccia." I don't think I saw anything resembling romaine hearts. This is just a starter salad with a small slice of prosciutto and some anchovies. It wasn't terrible but it also wasn't very interesting. My coworkers got the gazpacho and said it was very sour and it tasted like tomato puree. The calamari was apparently decent. The duck confit & artisan lettuce salad was pretty good, but not great. The chocolate sliver was actually very good. I wish they had more rhubarb on it as it is incredibly rich and it needed the acidity of the rhubarb to cut it. They did let us split the check five ways with credit cards. All in all, not bad but I've had better for cheaper.
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Holly K.

I had a fun dinner at Post 390 but I think you pay for more than what you get. I will say the space is awesome and I have hosted a private event here and that experience was awesome. When I went in just for dinner I was a bit underwhelmed with my swordfish entree, it was over cooked, it was dry and a bit chewy. We also got a potato wrapped shrimp appetizer but was good but a little bland. My group was a fan of the oysters. Overall the service was great! But, he brought me the wrong tea and by the time he came back to the table dessert was already over. I also was a little surprised at the $20 valet price tag when there is a garage right around the corner. Oh well, my fault for not going to the garage. Their rewards program is a plus and I do appreciate the opportunity to earn money off future meals! The drink selection was also huge with the mixed drinks being tasty but super $$. I guess it is the city after all.
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Julie B.

I work in Copley Square, so Post 390 has become one of my go to spots for out of the office meetings. I like the ambiance and service is always pretty spot on -- staff is helpful and friendly, but leave you alone for the most part. For some reason this place is just never overly crowded, at least compared to many of the perpetually packed restaurants on Boylston and Newbury. The menu changes frequently but always includes some tasty staples and some more unique seasonal dishes. They also have a "Farm to Post" menu that features a different farm or fishery every week. Standouts for me have been the eggplant parmesan panini, Greek steak salad (perfectly cooked steak), and a handful of well balanced tartares.
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Cherie W.

Took a client for dinner. First time there. Will def go back. The bar is quaint and low lit. Dark woods Anna very comfy chairs. We're seated upstairs which had nice city views. The waiter was very well trained and friendly. The food was amazingly good. I had the ravioli and absolutely would get again. The others got salmon and swordfish and organic chicken dish. Everyone raved their food was delicious. The upstairs atmosphere was upscale casual with nice soft lighting. Would recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable evening with dishes with a twist. Nothing out there. Just great flavors and something for everyone.
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Chris C.

I've had drinks here a few times (always good!) but never ate here before (the last try was an aborted Dine Out Boston attempt where they has to close just after we were seated due to a water main break - totally not their fault!) So i was excited to try the FOOD here, and i was not disappointed!. I had the country fried steak (one of my favorite dishes) which was a good size steak, covered with well seasoned crispy coating, accompanied by nicely done breakfast potatoes with onion and peppers, a couple of biscuits and delicious, well-spiced, and just-right heat sausage gravy. It was really quite excellent, a good size, but not overwhelming portion. The service was friendly and efficient, and the space is really gorgeous. A total slam-dunk, and reasonable prices.
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T T.

This review is for my last food experience during lunch hours. Calamari was good, tasty and not too oily. A couple of us ordered the steak frites. The steaks were tough and not good cuts. Steaks were also under-seasoned. The frites were American style French fries and soggy; not the thin cut crispy frites one expects. I've had good dishes before here. Not sure if quality has declined or if you should just avoid ordering the steak frites.
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D C.

Disappointing food, especially at that price point. Upstairs was hot and everyone was sweating. We ordered the seafood appetizer platter. The shrimp was okay, but the crab claws were extremely hard and had little meat. Didn't try the oysters. I went with the swordfish. Not a good choice. I also tried the lobster, and it was also not great. I heard the steak was nice, though. Wouldn't go back.
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Ngan T.

Our large party cramped was into a private room. Left with little elbow room and extra seats being pushed in, I couldn't tell if the AC was broken or there really was no way to cool down this hot mess. Management repeatedly came over to tell us the AC was turned up, but several guests left early because they couldn't handle the heat anymore. As for food, my hake plate was just ok. There were pieces of crabmeat stuffed into the fish so I guess that explains the pricing...goodness knows it wasn't the flavoring. Manfriend got the skirt steak, which he left untouched. He liked his jaw in place so he gave up gnawing on it. Creme brÃ»lÃ©e was the highlight of dinner. It came with a cute and yummy cookie. Manfriend did not enjoy the chocolate cake--though I think he was probably still miffed about the steak at that point. Service was great taking into account how many people were in the room, but cannot make up for the lackluster food, frustrating heat, and cramped space.
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Julia B.

On Sunday afternoon, with the place half empty, a group of about 12 of us met for a party get together and Meal after seeing a play across the street. The place would have ruined our good time if we let it get to us. We had a large table reserved and a dedicated waitron for our table. She didn't come to take drink orders until 35 minutes after we sat down. Another 20 minutes our drinks showed up. Hugely expensive, and one specialty drink was undrinkable. But they charged the $13 for it anyway, even though it was sent back as undrinkable. People who wanted second drinks never had the chance to order, since we were pretty much ignored by the waitron throughout the meal, except for taking the first drink order and taking the food order and delivering the meals. Food orders took another 30-40 minutes. My hamburger came without its top bun, although the top was rejoined with the rest of the burger in the take-home box. Other food portions were so small for the price that people had to order sides to get enough to eat. (A hamburger with a half of its bun, how stupid! How could the cook and the waiter not notice that the top of the bun was missing when plating and delivering a hamburger!?!?) Slow service, seemingly total disregard for our table by our assigned waiter meant we had to wait long intervals for reorders of drinks, and it took another 20 minutes to get the waiter's attention to get the check. The place was not busy, it was not crowded, our half of the restaurant was totally empty. The waiter pretty much ignored us for the entire time we were there. Wouldn't go there again!
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Steve P.

During a recent business trip my colleague and I found this place and walked in. Very impressed, loved it especially the salmon. The wine paring was superb. Interestingly, the next evening our local host took us to the very same restaurant! Absolutely no complaints and top compliments to the chef.
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Fred M.

Had a nice business lunch at Post 390. The space is very warm, the service and food very good but pricey for the portions. The location is great for local business diners but a little off the heart of Boylston Street traffic. We enjoyed a very nice Cobb salad and a delicious roast beef sandwich but $60. for lunch for a salad and a sandwich are a little much.
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Aaron K.

Visited Post 390 for the GBFB super hunger brunch and they blew us away. At $35 a head for charity we were expecting some eggs and pastries. Nope. I felt like we got our money's worth and then some, and it all went to charity! There was a luxurious 3 course prix fixe menu to choose from as well as some delightful coffee cake muffins before the meal (texture was out of this world amazing). The shrimp salad as a starter was a stand out, they're serving some perfectly cooked large head on shrimp here, farmed in Mass! (First shrimp farm in the US!) Entrees included a skirt steak sitting in a delicious french onion broth that begged to be slurped, and included a nice little lobster cheese pancake on the side. Eggs benedict came with a nice thick cut of bacon on one muffin and crab meat on the other, not to mention perfectly poached eggs. Dessert was not to be missed either, the banana creme pie was close to the best I have ever had. Every dish was plated well, included exciting things to eat, and no detail was missed. And this was all for charity. Post 390 is a must return for us for dinner after this great experience.
(5)
Danae K.

Nice ambiance, wonderful drinks, and upscale without being overwhelming! During lunch: most of corporate America comes here, so you will see a lot of people in suits and looking at their watch... asking to hurry bringing the bill as 1pm approaches. The sandwiches/burger selections are great! I had the salmon one that came with fries but you can get healthier options (side salad or coleslaw too) Dinner: awesome spot! Nice dinner selection to choose from, with nice wine pairings. The waitresses/waiters are very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. Excellent service. Reason it's a 4/5 is because of the air conditioning vents which are above tables, and due to condensation, they occasionally drip. Ask to be seated in central tables where you don't run the risk of getting dripped on!
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Sasha M.

Went here with my sister & mom for Restaurant Week. Ambiance is very nice. Very upscale feel. So we did the 3 course meal and paid $18 extra per person for wine pairings with each course. I had the oysters for the first course and it came out with a Sauvignon Blanc. Main course I had the Beef with risotto and carrots which came with a Merlot. And Dessert we all got one of each and the Eclair was amazing! Service was great, food was delish! Would love to come back here for a date night.
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Simon L.

A fun spot. Excellent drinks. A sporadic party of ten ordered fitfully. All the burgers i saw arrived med-rare, except for mine. I was disappointed. We didn't have time to send it back as a show was starting soon. I felt discriminated against - six perfectly cooked burgers and then mine. Oh well - it's still a fun spot and the oysters were excellent except for the fact that no one could tell us which ones were which when we ordered a dozen with three different varieties so that we could order another dozen.
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Jecheima A.

Super nice and accommodating staff We held a farewell celebration here in their semi private area. Although it wasn't wonderful that we could see right into the kitchen, it was fine when you got past that. There were wonderful appetizers - especially the chicken pineapple skewers! And their drinks were delicious as well. Great place for after work drinks and corporate team gatherings.
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Sarah C.

Quick review update, this time for brunch (see past reviews for dinner, although they're from a couple years ago). Brunch was meh. A relatively small menu if you realize that only have of it is brunch-type items (the rest is lunch). The do have a kids menu, which is a plus for those in need of it. Service was okay - maybe a bit slow from the kitchen end of things given that it wasn't very busy. Coffee is dark, and brought without spoons. No bread basket or anything to nosh on while you wait (but, not like that's standard for brunch, so whatever). Margherita pizza (from the kids menu) - tasty, but dough was relatively raw or soggy in the middle of it. Scrambled eggs - were enjoyed, but it was mentioned it seemed like they had tons of butter in them. Eggs Benedict - I had asked what "Irish back bacon" was before ordering, cause I can't stand anything similar to canadian bacon. The server explained that it was really delicious and from the back, so much leaner bacon. Sadly, the texture is very much like a pork chop. It was kind of gross, and really hard to cut in between the delicate egg and the english muffin. The home fries are really good, though. Chicken Fried Steak - it was fine. A good portion. The biscuits and gravy were kind of weird, though. The gravy was thin, and tasted way more like red pepper than it did like a thick tasty sausage gravy. Not particularly enjoyable. Grapefruit juice - delicious, but $5. Overall, for about $30pp after tax+tip, I've had many better brunches.
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Alise K.

I'm giving 3 stars for the location and that it's pretty. It was crowded but we got seats at the bar for drinks. The 2 bartenders seemed very rushed, but they managed to take care of us although they just did not seem happy to be there. It's trendy and full of business men. Perfect if you are a single lady
(3)
J B.

*Lunch Review Only* Since it was lunch, I only had one item: the BLT&A Sandwich, which was amazing. This was one of the best sandwiches I've had in Boston. Just perfect flavor profiles/combinations among the salty/fatty pig, sweet(ish) tomato jam, peppery arugula, spicy sriracha glaze, and creamy avocado. It was quite messy, and probably too expensive ($16) - but I've thought about it in bed at night, so totally worth it. (Others at the table all seemed to enjoy their meals as well). I'll be back for dinner sometime.
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Jackie S.

Lovely place for a nice dinner. We were here for a business event, so the second level was reserved for our party. There was a lot of people, so the standing area was tight. Otherwise, the food was good. I like how the restaurant accommodated those with dietary restrictions. A huge plus for me since I'm a pescatarian. I had the following three course meal: - Salad - Salad came with berries, bleu cheese, almonds, and raspberry vinaigrette. This came with duck prosciutto, but I asked for it to be removed. - Salmon with brussels sprouts, cauliflower puree, and bacon and maple vinegar. Salmon was cooked perfectly since I requested it to be on the rarer side. Plus, the vinegar did not have the bacon. - Creme brulee with a chocolate chip cookie - Wow. This was a huge portion but really good. I liked how it was paired with a chocolate chip cookie too.
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Joelle K.

I had lunch at Post 390 yesterday with some co-workers for our Christmas celebration. The ambiance and decor in the restaurant is very nice. Our server did a great job taking care of our large party. The set up of the table was a little odd as the sun was in the eyes of some of my co-workers and there were no shades on the window to remedy the situation. I found the food in general to be pretty average. I enjoyed the calamari appetizer. However, my lobster roll was just ok. It wasn't very flavorful. Parts of the roll were so hard I couldn't eat it. Many of the fries that came with the roll were all clumped together. This seems like a place that is much better suited as just a happy hour spot.
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Ece A.

I went there in restaurant week for my boyfriends birthday. I liked that they have 4-5 entree options. We had ravioli and chicken. They were good, but not extra ordinary. If you like sea food, they have a lot of good options in appetizers as well. I recommend Bili bi soup, if you like creamy fish soup. We did not like deserts at all. They had 2 options. One with strawberry, the other one was a super sour lemon tart. Over all the ambiance was very nice, and spacious, service was nice but nothing I ate was to die for. I don't think I would go back.
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Emily L.

Awesome salmon salad! I like mine to be medium rare and they cooked it perfectly :) Their raw bar was yummy. Cookies for dessert! If you want a lobster roll I would say get it at Neptune's. Nothing special here.
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Joanne L.

Was there for the first time with a party of 12 people on a Tuesday evening. We were seated upstairs, away from hustle and bustle. They first served us dinner rolls, which tasted very fresh and yummy, Everyone seemed really pleased with their food, especially people who ordered the ravioli. It was also great that we were able to chat in groups of 5-6 people. I recommend the scallop appetizer dish. The side of brussel sprouts was a little underdone, hence tough, but didn't taste bad otherwise. The serving size was perfect. I thought in a fancier restaurant like that, one would leave feeling half-full but it was not the case. Loved the jar of cookies they have on the menu. A good dessert for sharing.
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Jeff H.

I checked out their burger after reading they were voted one of the best burgers in Boston by Thrillist. It was an utterly average burger in every way and crazily overpriced at 16 dollars. The burger was too brown for medium rare and the meat wasn't flavorful. The burger took almost 20 minutes to be served despite no appetizers and a nearly empty restaurant. The one saving grace was my waitress, who was very attentive.
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Olivia W.

So, everything was really good and the service was great. We were given bread while we waited and I had a really great gin and tonic. I don't have a problem with Post 390 at all; in fact, I might even go back. But it would have to be for a really special occasion. Like I said, the food is good, but the prices are high. I knew what to expect, thank goodness, because otherwise I'd have been horrified. Our group racked up an almost $600 bill but I don't know if anything was as memorable as it should've been.
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Corey L.

Stopped in with a group of about 30 ppl for a special event. We had a corner room to ourselves, which was really nice. Even when the restaurant filled up (it was a Saturday night), we still felt like we were on our own. But you don't care about that. So, the restaurant was nice - chic and modern. The staff and service were incredible. Maybe bc we were a special party, but really nice, attentive, and all over us (in a good way). The drinks and bar tender were great. We had a bunch of hors-d'oeurves, including Wagyu beef pigs in a blanket, lamb/feta/olive potstickers, brandt beef and berkshire prok meatball/soft polenta/marsala, Tuna Tartare, smoked cod fritters, grilled mission fig flatbread. I won't comment on them individually. I will say that they were all really tasty. I had to stop myself from grabbing them the numerous times they passed. Really tasty and perfect as hors-d'oeuvres. For a starter, I had the lobster-tortilla soup: well flavored and really tasty. For the meal, I had the Grilled apple pie spiced rohan duck breast. Have to say, I was a bit disappointed in this, considering it sounds like the best-tasting thing ever. Wasn't as flavorful as I'd like. The duck was also a bit less tender than I'd like. Overall a very good time - staff, the room, and food were all great.
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Tim S.

Underwhelmed , especially for what you pay.
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J S.

Bartender was incredibly put back to have to serve anybody it seemed. He seemed like a very Queenie kind of guy And felt he was above all. Oh and by the way it was only a Monday night and the restaurant was dead so he had no reason to be a little snot that he was. His attitude seemed to be fostered by management attitude which was an overall tone of arrogance. I was raised very properly with good manners and would never treat someone like this.
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Ziming S.

This place is great. Food there was excellent price is not too expensive, also cocktail tasted good and service was polite and attentive. I had bed tartar for appetizer and ravioli for the entree, both tasted very good I would definitely come back to that place. However I don't understand why this place is underrated, in my opinion this place should be 4-4.5 stars.
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Loc V.

Solid overall. Great atmosphere/vibe/fireplace and quality bar scene for the over 30s. Cheese and meat boards. Worthy wine list. Food was solid and good but nothing super memorable. It's a quality higher end gastropubish menu. One of my favorite happy hour entertainment spots.
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Rebecca C.

This restaurant was great! I ordered the pork while my boyfriend ordered the chicken. Both were so flavorful and so tender. Also, the bread they give you is AMAZING. Speaking of bread, we asked our waiter for another round of bread. We assumed that he had forgotten since it still had not arrived as we were almost done with our meal. However, this was because they were making us a FRESH batch, and packed it up for us to take home! Overall great service, food, and environment.
(4)
Nik A.

Good place, I like the size of the whole restaurant. I had the lobster roll for lunch which was amazing.
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James R.

I visited with a group of three for dinner on a Tuesday around seven. I really appreciate the atmosphere at Post 390, its modern but fitting for New England. I can imagine the big fireplace in the middle of the ground floor will be great in winter. We were seated upstairs which was a little quieter. We started with crab cakes and fried green tomatoes as an appetizer. I also had a seasonal fruit salad as part of a three course offering from the "Farm to Post" menu. All three were well received. For mains my companions had the roast chicken and duck breast. I had the roast leg of lamb. It was very flavorful, as were the fennel, Brussels sprouts and other accompaniments that I don't recall exactly. I do think the lamb was a little dry but thats a minor complaint. My dessert was also seasonal (Apple Crisp) but I had to take it to go due to time constraints. It was still great when I got home. The service was prompt and I have no complaints about it. Pricing likewise wasn't unreasonable. My three courses were $48. This place is definitely a solid choice if you're in the area, though for a bit more money you could go to Mistral or Sorellina for a slightly more upscale experience.
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Tasty Bee Review S.

I went there yesterday together with other 9 associates. We got sited right in time: we got a table on the second floor. There were delicious buns waiting for us to start our experience. I had 3 course meal acc.to restaurant week menue: it was meatball with risotto and spinach; lamb; and strawberry mousse. I loved the appetizer, because I make meatballs, and it was soft in a barbecue sauce, risotto was yummy. The lamb was pinkish but delicious with a spread of smashed chickpeas I think, the presentation was nice. The strawberry mousse was regular, nice for a change but I wouldn't call it extraordinary. The house was full, servers were very professional and acting fast. They were super polite and were not rushing our group (we spent there almost 3 hrs) (even though one person had a meal changed during our visit, but all deal was handled in a highly professional manner). Managers were everywhere to be seen. I recommend this place. Actually it looked like they are really popular, as the crowds of customers were coming and coming non-stop. The music: I can't really remember if there was any, but I enjoyed the level of noise.
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Lynn J.

I love the Farm to Post Pre-fix menu w/ wine pairings! The service is spectacular and the menu changes monthly. Most importantly, all the food items are purchase from local businesses. The prices are competitive for back pay, Boston at about $50 per person with wine. The deal: this is a sweet spot for date night!
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Joe L.

The food here is okay. The menu always looks great and inventive but I'm never that excited about what I'm eating. Mostly what you're paying for is the ambiance. The cocktails are pretty good too and it's a fun place for an after-work crowd. But if you're ordering food I would not recommend any adventurous.
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Judith C.

I came here for a Dine Out Boston/Restaurant week lunch, which had a 3 course prix fixe meal for $25 plus tip and tax. The atmosphere is really nice and there's even a fireplace. I got the crispy point Judith calamari for the appetizer. It was a little saltier than expected, but was a sizable portion and had a light, crispy batter. For the main course I got the BLT & A sandwich, which had pork belly, arugula, tomato jam, and avocado. I had originally ordered it with the tomato jam on the side in case the sweet jam would be overpowering, but they decided to put it in the sandwich anyway. Luckily, all the components went well together and there wasn't too much jam so the savory and sweet flavors complemented each other. The dish also came with fries, which sadly disappeared after I asked for half my sandwich and most of the fries to be packed to save room for dessert. My last course was creme brulee and came with a small chocolate chip cookie. The creme brulee was rich, creamy, and delicious, all of what you'd expect from this dessert. The service was a bit slow, taking them a while to take our orders, and there were the few mistakes mentioned before, but the waitress was attentive that our glasses were constantly filled with water. Generally, I enjoyed my meal and the food was good, but it's pricey if you're coming here to get a sandwich. However, I think I would still come back on a regular day to try their brunch menu.
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Paige A.

Yummy food, beautiful decor, and attentive waitstaff. It seems a bit overpriced though...who in their right mind would pay $15 for a hot dog at lunch?
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Lisa B.

Lovely space...dark and inviting with a warm fire on the first floor. Decided on the Farm to Post Prix Fixe menu with pairing. Started with a cocktail which took about five minutes too long to get to my table. Somewhat emotionless, sans personality waiter delivered my first glass of wine two sips into my cocktail. No explanation of what it was. First course, cheddar soup with a kind of fried pork ball in the middle arrived shortly thereafter. Somewhat flavorless for cheddar...actually overpowered by the nameless Chardonnay. I was hopeful that the waiter would redeem himself when he arrived several minutes later. Rather than asking me how the soup was, he unceremoniously removed my cocktail glass and said nothing. In fact a few minutes later, he arrived and asked me how the soup was as he tried to rove my bowl before I finished it. Duck breast arrived whilst still drinking Chardonay. Still waiting for my duck breast wine. Turns out it's also a nameless Rioja. He tells me it's a Spanish red. The duck was prepared in what tasted like a balsamic orange reduction. Duck cooked rare. The Brussels were the highlight. Rioja perfectly okay. Not so sure about the cornbread bacon waffles. What's that? I found pork under the watercress! Quite tasty. Dessert consisted of a lite cheesecake-like mousse in an apricot sauce with filo crisps and candied apricots. Paired with a nameless, Muscato which complemented it nicely. Not so great that I was compelled to finish it though. All-in-all, for $65. Might have passed with 3 stars if the service had been less amateur.
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Lindsay B.

The food and atmosphere is five star all the way. Our buzz kill occurred when we were told we could not split the bill and we were asked to map out with a market and paper what everyone should be charged on their credos card. Super annoying. Particularly because our group spent more than $450.
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Dennis D.

Another pleasant Boston surprise. The restaurant catered beautifully to the business lunch crowd with ample seating, good service and very good food. The concierge at the Marriott suggested the restaurant and I was sure to go back and tell him that it was a great recommendation. One of the two of us ordered from the three course prix-fixe menu, the other ordered a la carte. The a la carte appetizer and dessert (the banana cream pie alone is enough to come to the restaurant to have and leave with a smile) was $24.50; the three course prix-fixe was $25.00. Get the prix-fixe, even if you don't finish it all. Try the roast beef if sandwiches are on your radar; the bisque, crab cakes or carpaccio are also good choices. One of us had the banana cream pie; the other had the chocolate brownie. Both absolutely delicious. Enjoy.
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Mary S.

Came here for brunch with friends. The quiche was the most beautiful and tasty I have ever seen. Lobster roll was delicious - almost all lobster with no filler, lightly dressed so the lobster sang. Loved the atmosphere and was surprised that it wasn't more full, although that worked to our advantage.
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Jason G.

Food was really really good overall. They have a good kids menu as well. Ambiance with the fireplace and big windows was very pleasant.
(4)
Danielle K.

I stumbled upon Post 390 by accident. A last minute night out to Boston always stresses me out because usually all the 'good' restaurants are taken and finding a decent reservation at a decent time is tough. When I saw availability at Post 390 on Open Table, I was a little hesitant at first. If this place is so good, why isn't is busy on a Saturday night? Out of desperation, I made the reservation and crossed my fingers. The place was beautiful! The bar was so warm and cozy, and the fireplace was lit. The place was actually busy despite the plethora of reservations on Open Table. We sat upstairs and had to walk up an eloquent staircase. The natural wood clapboard was very rustic and made me feel like I was in a log cabin. Both the table and chairs were comfy, and the lighting and noise level was perfect. The drink menu was very artistic. I don't remember the name of what I got, but I do know it had a sprig of some herb that made it very aromatic. Our waiter was great and able to explain everything in extreme detail, as if he knew all about the menu. The only complaint I have is that he was not our waiter for the second half our our meal. I don't know if there was a shift change or if there was a personal emergency, but it was odd that someone else was coming over to our table to serve more drinks and give us the bill. It was just a little awkward. The menu was my favorite part. I LOVE LOVE LOVE dishes you just can't make at home. I love when chefs get create and pair really odd things together. Well this restaurant is just that. Expect horseradish puree and cabbage jam and a peppercorn relish as a typical additive to any dish. We started with the Fried Green Tomato appetizer which was to die for. I got a market fish and my boyfriend got a steak. He said it was cooked to perfection. In the end, I was overly pleased with Post 390. I would love to go back!
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James G.

I don't know, I've had two experiences here, one was a 4/5, a couple of great drinks at the bar upstairs. Today we stopped in for a Sunday lunch, here are the facts: *Asked for house sauvignon blanc, given the choice of two, one was highly recommended. Ended up $14 per glass. Should have checked the menu during this upsell. *$20 shrimp cocktail. Came with 5 pieces of shrimp, and about $17 worth of ice... *$12 caesar salad with brown-edged romaine hearts. Two glasses of wine Two glasses of cider 5 shrimp with cocktail sauce small caesar salad $80.76 That's a 0/5 for me, and evened out with the previous visit, here we are. Maybe try out just drinks, maybe try out dinner service. Maybe it's Stuart Street being Stuart Street, but it sort of reeks.
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Shannon H.

I ate in the Tavern part, which is a part of the bar area. The wait staff was a little inattentive, especially considering the place was half empty. I think they may have been short staff that night or something. The food was great. I ordered the Braised Beef Short Rib Bourgignonne. I had one of the Bantam, Wunderkind hard ciders that was on tap. Very nice and light. I had the Chocolate Sliver for dessert. It was awesome, but very rich. Even though it is small I suggest sharing it with someone because of that. The place it self is a little rustic looking, but well done. I would certainly go back again.
(4)
Elizabeth S.

This restaurant has a really nice vibe. Everyone I came with was very impressed by the interior of the restaurant. I had an excellent vegetarian ravioli. The bread served before the meal was also really tasty.
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TinoX T.

Nice food,Good Mood ;-)
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Aman S.

The bread and the french onion soup were very good. I also recommend the crab cake, even though its not jumbo lump, it is delicious. Not sure what they put in it, but its good. I had the sea bass (or the swordfish? obviously not memorable) entrÃ©e and I was not impressed with that at all. Otherwise cool ambience and nice upstairs bar area too.
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Rachel H.

The food here was definitely good, though for the price point, I'm not sure I'd be plunking down so much of my hard earned bread if it weren't being reimbursed by my workplace. I came with co-workers during a work meeting, on the later side on a weekday. The place was pretty sparsely populated at this point. The cocktails were all delicious, the favorite being my Strawberry Ward with Pisco, strawberries, and balsamic. Two of us tried the frequently changing Farm to Post prix fixe and the third went for a salad and the meyer lemon chicken, which looked divine. The ravioli carbonara was delicious if a wee bit heavy for such a hot summer evening. I also really enjoyed the pork saltimbocca, though I thought my strawberry tart was a bit heavy on the crust. Our server was friendly but service was a bit sluggish considering the non-peak hour. My one colleague had been in a couple times and her experience had been similar on the other occasions. I'd probably return if I lived or worked in the area and I'd definitely come back for cocktails but I don't know that I'd make it a regular dinner destination.
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Jessica L.

Due to the prices I don't go here much (if I'm going to spend in the price point range, there are other places I prefer for dinner). However, the beer selection is excellent (they have Kentucky Bourbon Barrel ale!), wine selection is also excellent, and the cocktails are amazing (i.e. martinis with Sriracha? Smoky cocktails with bacon??). Perfect for after work drinks. I do have to say I think their restaurant week special is a real deal (and probably the only restaurant worth going for restaurant week since usually most restaurants' offerings are awful). They have a huge range of options, and everything is delicious, from the clam chowder and lobster bisque, to the salmon with mustard atop field greens, to the incredible banana pie and chocolate sliver. My coworkers and I always make a point to go during restaurant week since the selection is great and the food is really delicious.
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Jennifer H.

Wow, wow, wow, wow. I am so glad I took the average reviews with a grain of salt and tried Post 390 anyway. This was one of the best meals I have had in a long time, so much so, that I will overlook that the oddly nervous waiter knocked off my water glass turning a corner of my place mat into a marsh. I'm going to dive right into the food and drink because that was my favorite part -- so much so that I would have repeated every single choice immediately. I turned it up all the way with the Cre'Old Fashioned (Maker's Mark Bourbon, Creole Shrub, orange, homemade bitters, Luxardo Cherry); now this is a cocktail. It was perfectly balanced, spicy and strong. I skipped the apps and oysters -- all very tempting -- because I wanted to make sure I had room for the main course. I chose the Skillet Seared Atlantic Halibut (House Smoked Salmon Gremoulada, Ramp Vichyssoise Fresh Peas and Braised Bibb in Cava-Fines Herb Butter), and it was a genius choice. I love halibut and have had several great halibut dishes, but this skyrocketed to the top of my list. The flavors were unbelievable, and I could have easily eaten two orders -- not to be confused that the portion was small because it was not. I practically licked my plate clean, and I don't normally go for "wilted" lettuce. I was so absorbed in the dish that I almost forgot to eat my half of the Mashed Bliss Potatoes, but once I got to them, I found myself not being able to stop dipping my fork into the creamy goodness. My dining partner had the Brandt Farm Sirloin Steak (Gruyere Charlotte, French Onion Broth, Horseradish-Watercress Butter), which was highly recommended by our waiter, and it did not disappoint. I tried a bite, and I really wish I had ordered both dishes. The crispy sear on the steak melted my foodie heart while the steak melted on my tongue. We had the cookie jar for dessert, and they were good, but they just couldn't touch the rest of the meal. Post 390 is a beautiful restaurant, and the floor-to-ceiling windows of the second-floor dining room provide a beautiful backdrop of the Back Bay. The decor is simple, modern but classic, and so warm. You won't want to leave. The service is... unremarkable, but in a good way. Everyone just fades into the background and lets the food and atmosphere speak for itself. My only hesitation is the cost, but this is a five-star establishment, so I am ok paying for that. It is definitely worth the occasional splurgey night.
(5)
Mark D.

This place is just a staple place to go a few blocks from Copley Square. Been there mostly for lunch it late afternoons. Staff are friendly. Great people watching location. Comfortable bar. Centered fireplace is a great touch.
(4)
Catie F.

Came for restaurant week and was VERY pleasantly surprised. You can't tell from the outside just how nice this place is inside. The ambience is wonderful, with a couple of fireplaces, cozy tables, comfy upscale seating, dark oak interior, and a nice view of the surrounding neighborhood. Service was the right mix of professional and friendly. The waitstaff seemed very in-tune and aware of our table's conversational flow and was cautious not to interrupt, but stay present if needed. The meal was very well paced and if anything they allowed us to linger longer than I would have expected between courses (something I appreciate when catching up with friends over dinner). Raw bar appetizer was fresh, cold and flavorful with the right accompaniments (cocktail sauce w/horseradish, a shallot vinaigrette, lemon, shell-crackers, etc.). We also tried the house fries as an app and they might be the best fries I've ever eaten. The flavor on their own was perfect but the aioli served on the side added a nice spicy and creamy touch. Mains - got the salmon with quinoa cake. Salmon was okay (liked the avocado with it) but the quinoa cake was VERY good. Friends had the roast duck with potatoes which was incredible all around. The potatoes had a nice, unique flavor and were cooked up with what I think were lardons (like bacon) to punch it up even more. Also ordered a side of roast veggies - these were clearly fresh and vibrant but nothing to special. Dessert - friends had the chocolate "mousse" (it didn't really seem like a mousse at all, looked more like a cupcake...) which also had a peanut-buttery flavor served with ice cream, salted caramel sauce and candied peanuts. They raved about this! The poached pear was a bit underwhelming but friends thought it'd benefit from some of the caramel sauce served with the chocolate. (But really, what wouldn't benefit from caramel sauce?) Wine list = extensive. Drink menu = exotic and interesting. For those of you who like the freebies, the starter pull-apart rolls are yummy, too! I'll be back!
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Leia O.

I'm giving Post 390 5 stars even though I was disappointed with the staff last night. I have been to Post 390 half a dozen times and everytime the food and drinks are very good. Last night we were a party of 12. We were seated downstairs in the tavern because the dining room upstairs was booked by a private party. The drinks and the food were good as usual but the staff was so slow, they couldn't get out orders straight, they didn't come back to ask us if we needed drink refills or more wine. I ordered the seafood tower and it was very good. My boyfriend got the garlic hen, my friend got the duck, other friend got flatbread pizza, other friend got the burger. Everyone was satisfied with their food and drinks but the service was lacking big time. It took them over 30 mins to bring our bill. Maybe they were understaffed... With that said; food and drinks are great. Decor is super cool, bathroom is clean, bartender is nice and attentive. We'll be back again, but maybe not on a Saturday night when it's so hectic.
(5)
Michele P.

I really like post a lot. I've been 5-6 times and always have great service and good food. Nice wine list and ambience. And I love the valet parking option.
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Phil O.

I walked in here with my girlfriend to grab a quick drink. The place has a nice vibe and they have one of the most creative cocktail menus you'll find in Boston. I'd come here over Drink in Seaport any day.
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Sophia L.

The food is not that great, frankly, so that is not what the four stars is for. The reason why I am giving it a high rating is because I think the restaurant is a perfect place to host a group lunch meeting for business. We recently had a business meeting at Post 390 and used their private dining room. It's just the right size, a large square table that fits 10 people at most. It's not really a room per se since there's not a door, but more of a private alcove. It was intimate and quiet enough for business meetings to happen. Plus, they serve an affordable 3 courses option for us, nothing fancy (like hearty, American food, like burgers, etc.) and the service was efficient. We were able to finish everything within the hour. I would definitely come here again if I have another business lunch meeting. Post 390 is definitely a great choice!
(4)
Mark W.

Good atmosphere and great chocolate desert, but the fish entree was fried and very mediocre.
(3)
Laura R.

Great service, awesome setting, terrific location. Salmon was cooked perfectly. Rolls are insane - would love the recipe. Banana Cream Pie is divine. This is a not to be missed stop in the Back Bay.
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Kerri M.

Service was great. Food was so fresh and delicious. The bread, divine. I had a side of asparagus which I have to say was the best vegetable I've ever eaten. Love farm to table places. Oh! The beer was affordable. Always a plus. A little pricey, but I'd totally recommend.
(4)
Jenna L.

Came here with co-workers a few months ago, and had heard this place was really good so I was pretty hyped. I think they change their menu fairly often, as we asked for something that was raved about on yelp and they said they no longer served that. I got the duck, and it was decent though not the best I've ever had. Service was good, though they totally overhyped one of their desserts one of my co-workers got. I ordered the banana creme pie and that was pretty freaking tasty. It came with deliciously bruleed bananas and the slice was huge. I think everything was a little overpriced for what they were, but it definitely wasn't a bad place. Would give it another shot now that there are new things on the menu, though would need to be for a special occasion of some sort for the prices.
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Paul A.

Incredible service and food and while busy and noisy it works. The oysters where excellent and the pan roasted cod was perfect for the season. The salad appetizer was a little overpriced, the arugula ravioli was al dente and flavorful. Highly recommended place for dinner.
(5)
James S.

I am up in Boston from time to time on business. Came here after hearing some good things and checking out yelp reviews. Overall solid restaurant. I had the whole grilled scup (market fish of the day). Fish was prepared simply but nice and fresh. The overall decor is comfy and very woodsman lodge like in an upscale way. The service was ok. Nothing great but nothing terrible. This is certainly more of a fine dining restaurant. Pretty pricy even for the back Bay Area. Skip jacks is still better but I would come back. The group I was with had many do the dining out week special which was a good value most were happy.
(4)
Susan R.

I have now been three times and feel comfortable with reviewing this one. Ya know... I have to agree with Damien on most accounts... this is a hard review to write because nothing was horrible, but nothing was incredible either. I've left each time feeling like.. maybe I didn't actually just go anywhere at all. Maybe it was just me dozing off and thinking that I might go for drinks with my friends. I have yet to sit at a table, since we are bar-sitting people... I've always frequented the bar area... and the service has been very good. Bartenders (all three times were women) were all nice, efficient, well mannered... but I seem to go at busy times and can't figure out if they can talk about anything other than the menu. the drinks read exceedingly well- but I'm afraid that most are a little on the syrupy end- not crisp enough. I can see that they are making them exactly as they should be... and the garnishes are awesome. they just seemed to be too sweet and chemically for me. I'm not sure why. the few snacks I had were tasty... a little heavy.. but tasty. over all, its a good go-to for a bite and a cocktail if you can find a seat. The fake fireplace is super nice to have on a cold night... even just to look at. I will likely give it one more try and eat a full meal to report back.
(3)
Eric F.

Folks weren't kidding when they said this place changes their offerings more often than Facebook does its layout as none of the popular dishes were anywhere to be found on the menu. Still, that didn't stop my friend and I from having a very tasty dinner from both land and sea, ie. Scituate Caught Lobster Tail Schnitzel and Char-Grilled Brandt Farm Skirt Steak paired with Crushed Little Potatoes and Brussel Sprouts for sides. The lobster was pretty solid, though a bit overcooked and heavy-handed with the butter in the breading. I liked the addition of butter poached claws as well, but it wasn't nearly enough to make the dish worth its hefty price tag. On the other hand, my friend's steak was nicely charred and full of flavor. Both sides were delicious and I really enjoyed the change of flavors from miso and sesame on the sprouts. Service was great throughout the meal and I was impressed with our waiter's knowledge of the food...wasn't expecting to receive such detailed descriptions when I was deciding between the lobster and pork rib eye! Kudos to a good beer selection too - I lucked out with two excellent picks (Victory Golden Monkey and Brasserie D'Achouffe Petit la Chouffe in case you're wondering). Lastly, I've gotta echo others' thoughts on the interior - the holiday decorations were awesome and lent to a very cozy atmosphere ideal for winter nights. Oh and if you're not looking to shell out for a full meal and just want snacks/drinks, the bar area's great with a nice selection from the tavern menu.
(4)
Samantha L.

We were a group of 35 with a pre-set menu and the prep ahead of time seemed to make this a 4-5 star experience since it was pretty easy, quick responses, and good menu selections. We were, however, all disappointed in the service, the hidden fees and the added tip which was excessive after our minimum. We ended up paying $1000 over budget due to unexpected costs and my company isn't cheap- it just wasn't that good for the price. The Hake dish was dry and it was very slow to get food and drinks. I would not recommend for a group, there are several other great places in walking distance from here for a group.
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Bobby D.

Visited today with a group of 5 for lunch during a business trip. Their sister restaurant a block away was our initial choice, but was closed and setting up for dinner, so they sent us to 390. Host team kindly offered to check all 8265655 of our bags and sat us in the upstairs dining area. Two servers tag-teamed our table but were swift and attentive without hovering. Amongst us we ordered the burger, salmon salad, flatbread, calamari, oysters, chowder and a bottle of Cab. The oysters were fresh and cleanly shucked. The calamari wasn't overly breaded and the slightly spicy aioli that came alongside, instead of the traditional marinara, was a creamy indulgence I only felt half-badly about devouring. As a New Yorker who formerly worked in seafood-centric fine dining, I can attest to the service being premier and the food being satisfying and well-prepared. Great choice for warm, yet business casual ambience, large groups, fresh seafood and service. It was exactly what my team needed after an exhausting day-trip & so conveniently located to the T & Amtrak Back Bay station. Would definitely return.
(5)
Bret S.

Skip this place - there are way too many choices in the back bay area. Business trip to Boston and this is just down the block from Loews Hotel. Dinner for 1 at 5 pm on a Sunday night - so not busy. The service was pathetic - unfriendly, slow, not attentive. I spent $60 in here and they checked on me ONCE. The Lobster bake was a small portion and the fish was chewy. Best thing about this place was my $12.50 beer. Very Overrated - avoid!
(1)
David C.

My wife and I celebrated our fifth anniversary early on a Sunday evening. The atmosphere, service and meals or where exactly what you would want for an anniversary dinner. We will be back to enjoy more meals.
(5)
Amanda Z.

Came here for restaurant week. Food was fantastic and the place has a great vibe. However, the service started strong and seriously got much worse throughout our meal. When we were finally able to get our check, the server had overcharged me by 18 dollars. My friend decided that was enough and said something to the manager, who took our check and comped our entire dinner. We were so surprised! Way above and beyond what we expected and just shows how much they value customer service. I will certainly be back.
(5)
Kenny C.

Came for lunch during restaurant week. Left satisfied. - Kale salad: felt like a regular salad, but the apple gave it a nice touch. - Calamari: the batter was very light and crispy, and the calamari was very tender. The accompanying tartar went very well with the calamari. Very well done. - Salmon Burger: a regular burger. - Duck confit salad: I didn't read the menu closely enough and didn't realize it was a salad. The duck was shredded and served cold - I though it would be better served warm even if it was served in a salad. The candied nuts and fruits added a nice touch. I think there was too much oil in the salad. Otherwise it's not bad. - Banana cream pie - very well done. Not too sweet. Crust was not too hard but nice and flaky. - Creme Brulee - this is definitely meant to be shared because there it no way I can finish this myself. A nice caramelized crust on top and nice, smooth creamy stuff on the bottom. A little bit too sweet for my taste. Verdict: Calamari was my favorite, followed by banana cream pie. Everything else was not bad, but not something I'd order again.
(4)
L F.

Oh geez... this is the worst menu you'd want to see if you are a vegetarian or vegan! Everything is covered with meaty bits, even the salads! But don't despair -- tell the waiter you want something sans meat and they will be able to make it =) I came here for my boyfriend's company's holiday party a few weeks ago. Once I saw the menu, I started packing extra granola bars in my purse (don't want to leave hungry!) but then I called them up, and the nice lady on the other end of the line ensured me that the chef could whip up something vegan for me =) Once there, everyone had a great time! The cocktails were great, the appetizers also tasty (vegetable gyoza for me, some sort of ginormous hot dog and chicken skewers for the meatlovers), and two plates of vegan roasted vegetables for the boyfriend and me. The atmosphere was also nice! Mood lighting, strung up lights, everything felt very cozy! I'm glad I came, and thanks for accommodating us, Post390! The question remains... why don't you have a vegan dish on the regular menu? The meal tasted great, no need to hide it from the world ;) Will I come back? I'd love to =)
(5)
Matt C.

The food here is worth 4 stars, if your company is paying. I work right around the corner so Post 390 is a great spot for a Back Bay lunch on the companies dime. Get the Cobb Salad and you will not be disappointed. Additionally, if you are looking for an after work spot for drinks around Stuart Street and want to add a little class into your evening Post 390 is a great choice. The space is amazing and the food and drink quality are great. However, if you are looking for value this is definitely not the spot. The Cobb Salad referenced above is $18 and most things on the menu are a good $3-$4 premium compared to other eateries in the area. The food is good so I expect to pay more but it just seems like with all the options in the area, Post 390 is too overpriced to compete because it is simply good, not spectacular.
(3)
Jennifer D.

Overall not a bad meal, but this place is definitely over-rated for how much it cost. Been wanting to try Post 390 out and even though the bread they give you is amazing and my friend's salmon dish looked really good, I was kind of disappointed in my scallop dish. It was actually a dish from their tasting menu that night that the waiter let me order even though I wasn't doing the tasting menu. There were just so many different elements and flavors to the dish that it was actually kind of confusing to eat. There was a mustard sauce and some sort of fig jam, haricot verts, scallops, chorizo, and turnips...and I honestly had no idea what went with what. The actual highlight of the dish - the scallops - went with neither of the sauces on the plate so I was finding myself playing around with everything else to figure out what actually paired well. And for $34, they skimped on giving a 4th scallop which I feel is pretty standard for a dish like this. The bar scene looked pretty good, but not sure I'd come back for food. There are so many other places that are less expensive and better tasting.
(3)
Kelsey C.

I was quite apprehensive for the "Farm to Post" menu featuring Brambly Farm. When I hear the term "farm fresh", the first thing I do is postulate the different ways this great idea could go wrong. I'm not knocking the value of fantastic farm-grown fare, but I've just seen too many hippie attempts turn to compost. The sheer amount of salt in the Crab -Egg Drop Soup slammed my tastebuds. We sent the soup back and received an acceptably-salty soup and an apology. Well there's no use crying over spilt...salt? Props to the staff for throwing it over their shoulders and delivering a much improved product in so short a time. The Bacon Wrapped Scallops were pure awesomeness. I usually stand against bacon-wrapped scallops as they usually exemplify the pitfalls of excess as bacon tends to suppress the more delicate scallops. This was the first bacon-wrapped scallops dish I actually liked. The maple-rosemary bacon highlighted the tender sea scallops, and the succotash was probably the tastiest thing I've had in months. The Brochette of Berkshire Pork were tender and juicy with a light hint of pear, and the sweet plum-ginger sauce foils the dark kale. Unfortunately, the pulled pork fritter just didn't do it for me. Too bland, too fried. But overall satifying. The Zucchini Bread comes paired with chocolate cream and topped with an amazing confit orange slice is nothing short of heavenly. The Apple Pie is an awesome American classic, and the creamy vanilla ice cream and dash of cinnamon sauce are the perfect finishing touch. I have no idea what Post 390 is named for. Post is a word that means after, most often inserted or hyphenated in front of a noun to explain a questionable behavior or excusable action. "Let her eat the entire pint of Ben & Jerry's - she's POST break-up." Or "I'm sure that surgeon you're dating didn't fall asleep because you're boring. He was probably just POST-call." But when it comes to quality, Post 390 needs no excuses. The food is tasty, and the "Farm to Post" menu makes me feel fresh from a visit to grandma's quaint country farm with hearty servings straight from the kettle. And believe me, I'd visit again.
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Meredith M.

I wanted to LOVE this place. I recently started working nearby and due to poor weather we decided to head there for a work lunch. I was glad I wasn't paying... The space is absolutely beautiful. The carpeted staircase offers some warmth has you head up to the dining room. It is decorated for Christmas now and so tastefully styled from floor to ceiling. The food was good, but the service was not. It was as if our server didn't even listen to us when we ordered. A co-worker ordered her salad without onions and steak cooked medium well. The salad came out with onions and a rare steak. She had to send it back and even then it still wasn't right. Then our server came by to ask if everything came out right? Then we never saw him again. Maybe he was fired? The manager ended up coming by to bring us our bill/ take our food away. For such a beautiful space and a $20+ salad, you expect great service. (Even very good would have sufficed.) Either way, I'm sure I'll be back here for convenience alone, but it's certainly not a place I would choose to spend my hard earned $$.
(3)
Julie B.

Nice little tavern for easy lunch or dinner. Food is good and has a great brunch as well.
(5)
Brittany C.

Given its location, good atmosphere, and admittedly good service, Post 390 seems to be missing something. And that something is probably a soul. Previous reviews have mentioned that Post 390 seems to be a good choice for business lunches and dinners, and I wholeheartedly agree with that. It has enough sterility so that you and your colleagues can have full attention on each other. I suppose restaurants like this are necessary in some regard. Perhaps this is why Post 390 was mostly empty on a Saturday night. As a Saturday night dinner destination, Post 390 lacked a special something. When going out for a nice dinner in the city, you want to be excited about the cuisine you're tasting, what the chef's perspective on cooking is, the creativity of the dishes, etc. To me, the menu seemed a bit uninspired for the prices it commanded. Chicken, steak, swordfish, token pasta dish...we could be in any one of 195823985 similar restaurants around the country. What concept does Post 390 bring to the table? What makes it distinct, and why should I choose it over other Boston-area options? Is it just a place to dump $30 on an adequate, but not exceptional, entree and move on to a more exciting destination? Basically, what I'm trying to say is that Post 390 is an average "higher-end" restaurant, and didn't seem inspired enough to break out of that box. The complementary popovers were warm and tasty, but did not come with a side of butter, which surprised everyone at the table. I ordered a light dinner--the crabmeat and watermelon salad, and a side of deviled eggs. The aforementioned salad should really be called the WATERMELON and crabmeat salad. I was a bit disappointed that watermelon comprised 75% of the dish, and that I was paying $15 for a slice of watermelon, a scoop of crabmeat spread on top, and some avocado. I like watermelon just like everyone else, but come on! The deviled eggs were $5.50 for two halves of an egg. They were good, but....only two halves?! I certainly hope Post 390 is turning a profit. Finally, a small scoop of ice cream and a brownie whose surface area was about the size said scoop of ice cream was $10. *SIGH* Yummy kir royale though. I probably would've enjoyed Post 390 more if I was here with colleagues on the company's dime, rather than a graduate student's salary. As a graduate student who likes trying different restaurants, I try to make sure my fine dining choices are worth my money. Post 390, while a serviceable restaurant, does not pass that test.
(2)
Debra W.

I was unimpressed from start to finish. The oysters were fresh but poorly shucked...& they were out of one of the four varieties offered. The lobster bisque was a complete let down. The most unlike lobster bisque ever. Tasted & looked like baby food with no lobster flavor to be found. It tasted like pureed sweet potatoes with a few bits of lobster. The entrees were small but creative but like the soup, I found the flavor combinations confusing and uncomplimentary. It didn't help when the salmon arrived seared which is not what I would call properly prepared.
(2)
Christine J.

average establishment, average food... not very memorable.
(3)
Damien S.

Absolutely beautiful space. Attractive employees, glass, brass and brown-black woods play wingman to lighting that allows every patron to feel unstoppable. Bring a date here; they will want to sleep with you. Now for the heartbreaking news: the dining experience does not keep up with the ambiance. A fan of all things herbal, I opted for a what seems to be a variant of The Thymes (gin, chartreuse, cocchi, lemon juice and thyme), which unfortunately had a chemical back end that reminded me of how a salon smells. Maybe something else got in to the mix? The star of the night belonged to our specialty dessert: a trio of mini tortes and tastes that left Laura J, a vicious gourmand, stunned. Alas, the Hyde prefaced the Jekyll, and my mega-hyped lump crab cakes (calm down ladies) hit me like empty calories and could have been served anywhere. Plus, there was a fairly large hair running through the center. This did not bother me in the least - having worked in hospitality, I've seen oh-so-much worse - but for many, this sort of detail is important. The team based service structure proved punctual (after the initial drink order, which dragged) yet there always seemed to be a collective vacancy, as though each were only to run food and nothing more. Questions about the menu were met with generic answers, a pre-recorded message playing: "Very good. Oh, that's good too. Everything's good here." It's honestly difficult to pen this review, but truth be told, this was an average and less than memorable meal. If a group were going, I may be willing to give the menu a second shot as this could have just been a tragic series of Murphian events. But it'd be an act of submission, and not without a little push back, mind you. * Disclaimer: this review is a few months in the making, and there seem to be a few changes on the menu. Maybe I won't push back as much.
(3)
Sara C.

I have to say that Post 390 has upped its game lately. I have been multiple times over the last couple years and in the beginning I would have definitely said its a decent 3 star place. But the last two times I've been over the past 3 months I think they've gotten a lot better. First their Farm-to-Post menu option is really great. My husband and I get two of each coarse and share so its almost like a tasting menu. We really enjoyed everything. Then the other time we were with some family members and just ordered off the regular menu and everything was just excellent. Particularly the seafood dishes were highlights. Add to that a nice wine list and good cocktails and I would definitely move this to a - can't think of anywhere else to go so might as well to a - let's make a point to come here more often!
(4)
Dave H.

Fantastic food and you have to eat upstairs. The bar, the view and the fireplace were all fantastic. We took a client for a midweek late dinner. Stunning food, wine and service. Can't wait to go back.
(5)
Michael D.

A bit too corporate and older & stuffy crowd, but that being said, I gotta admire the nice job they did on this place. Good beers & good upscale pub food. Prices on the high side of reasonable. The back bay crowd is always a motley crew of the suburbian workers, and hotel guests who try a bit too hard and just seem unnatural in their attempts to impress. The place gets so crowded though, that you are bound to meet an interesting character or two..if you are lady hunting its like fish in a barrel at this place on the weekends.
(3)
Kate P.

Went to check out Post 390 Friday night with a group of friends and was pretty impressed. We only went for cocktails, so I can't comment about the food (except to say it smelled amazing and it was hard to resist the late night munchies!) The decor is so beautiful and the service was excellent, especially considering they just opened their doors. I had an old fashioned and one of their house cocktails, The Green Line, made with Bols Genever, Green Chartreuse, orange bitters and sweet vermouth. It definitely packed a punch and got my girlfriends where they wanted to be - loaded. This is going to be a great addition to the Backbay!
(4)
Melissa D.

I've been wanting to go to this place for awhile. Now, having been.... eh. I've had better. Let's start with the positives: the space is beautiful and wonderfully decorated (nothing like a fireplace to get you through a Boston winter day!) The food, while nothing extraordinary, is certainly well done and the prices are pretty affordable. However, let's get to the two star part of this review. Our waiter (Joseph) was horrible! After bringing us our food, I don't think he came to check on us at all. So we sat. For 45 minutes. Still no sign. Finally, I had to flag down someone else's waiter to bring us the check. It was (at MOST) 20% capacity. There is just no excuse for this.
(2)
Jessica L.

Great place to go to get a drink and food. Great wine list. Very trendy and busy. Make sure you make a reservation or get there before the dinner rush. The bar is a decent size but gets really crowded and ordering drinks can be difficult at times. The only con I can think of is, make a reservation. If not, the wait is usually 1-2 hours long. We usually tend to go to places spur of the moment (after work or while walking around) and when we get to Post 390, it's always so crowded that we tend to go to another restaurant b/c we can't take the crowd and hour (or two) long wait.
(4)
Nic A.

They're still in that "we're new so we have to entice the customers" mode, which made the service impeccable. The food was also good and the drinks were well-mixed. I love the atmosphere: two floors of dining tables and a bar on each floor, as well as a fireplace on each floor. Very cozy. There are also a ton of windows which allow for great views of the Hancock Tower.
(4)
Susannah P.

I was back in town for the weekend visiting with family and friends from high school. On Saturday night (11/7), we went to Post 390 for our "girls night out" dinner/reunion. A friend who lives in Boston picked the spot, saying it was new, she'd heard good things and that it was somehow connected to Grill 23. The very beginning of the evening was great - walked in to a lively, fun, busy atmosphere. Large fireplace, casual but upscale environment. From there, the evening took a swift downturn: they were experiencing some sort of computer difficulty and we waited for 30 minutes past our reservation time to be seated. Might be excusable for a new restaurant if it was handled well... it wasn't. We were offered complimentary drinks, but they had not arrived by the time we were ushered to our table. After weaving through the crowd to our table, it was not ready, so we were taken back to the waiting area. And then this happened, again. And then we were seated. Only to be told they had made a mistake and we had to be moved to a new table. We were about to be re-shuffled back to the waiting area, when I pointedly asked if we could simply be reseated at another visibly open table. The hostess seemed a bit annoyed, but agreed, and her annoyance might have been more fluster than anything. Anyway, finally seated, we had to ask about our complimentary wine, which might sound petty, but after waiting and sitting and standing and re-sitting for 45 or 50 minutes, we wanted wine. Badly. Horrible seating experience aside, the rest of the evening was better; although still not good enough to blow my mind, definitely good enough to make me curious about going back on another trip home. Waiter was very nice. The bread brought to the table was delicious. I ordered the red leaf lettuce salad and the burger with fries. The burger was pretty good, the fries were a bit soggy. The salad was delicious and large, although it had pickled onions on it, which were not specified on the menu... a pet peeve. Others at the table had the tuna tartar, the house salad, the olive flatbread, the ravioli (delicious and beautiful!), the mac and cheese (not the best ever, but yummy) and a salmon and couscous special. Everyone was happy, full, content, but not blown away. We were pleasantly surprised by the bill, which was not as high as we had all mentally anticipated... Also curious, there was literally a line outside of people waiting to get inside the doors of the restaurant, complete with security on a head set with a clipboard. And it was very cold out. Post 390 definitely has a lot of buzz... hope the food and the seating process can mature to match everyone's excitement.
(3)
Matt P.

To start, this place used to be absolutely awesome. The service was great, the drinks were good (especially the Bourbon & Bacon), and the atmosphere was perfect. By far the best part of the whole experience was the rotating daily smoker specials, which in my opinion were the best you could get in the city without having to settle for a less than world class atmosphere. Unfortunately, however, someone decided to mess with the recipe for success and they have redone the menu. The new menu is far too "high class" for my tastes now, and my friends and I will probably never return. BRING BACK THE SMOKER SPECIALS!
(2)
Christy K.

I went to Post 390 with two other friends to celebrate one of their birthdays. None of us had been but heard great things. We were VERY impressed. We made a reservation and didn't have to wait at all to get seated. When we got seated, there were two employees waiting to push our seats in for us. We were welcomed by our waiter in less than 5 minutes and he was great! We ordered a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc and had it poured for us within 5 minutes of ordering it. Our food was delicious. I got the lemon chicken with sour cream mashed potatoes. My friend got the beer and bacon mac and cheese and it was INSANE! We also ordered the crab and spinach dip for an app and it was the best I've ever had! Overall experience was great, we had a blast and the wait staff was incredible!
(4)
Liv K.

My Husband and I came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary and we were extremely pleased with both the food and the service. When My Husband had called to make the reservation, he informed them that we were celebrating, and when we arrived we were greeted and taken upstairs to a table next to the floor to ceiling windows. As soon as our wonderful waiter arrived he said Happy Anniversary! Throughout out whole meal he was attentive, helpful, and very friendly. For a starter, we had the iceburg wedge salad, which had blue cheese dressing and bacon topping. It was delicious. For the main course my Husband had the grilled skirt steak with fries and chipotle ketchup. He now wants to buy a bottle of said ketchup for our house. I had the linguine with chanterelles and shrimp. It had a nice citrus flavor and was really flavorful. For drinks, my husband had a Sam Adams Octoberfest and I had a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon from Chili. For dessert, which was presented with a candle and the words "Happy Anniversary" written in chocolate, we got the wonderful Carrot Cake, which was topped with a sweet burnt orange caramel drizzle and out-of-this-world cream cheese frosting. The entire experience was made special and the atmosphere was romantic. We will definitely return when the weather gets colder to enjoy their gorgeous fireplace.
(5)
Gabriele D.

I've been here three times, always for dinner, and always came away happy. The menu is conventional (in a good way) mixing American, French and Italian-inspired dishes. The best part is their farm-to-table menu, based on food procured locally. They seem to have a different farm each time (possibly every month?) and I've never been disappointed. They always have room, and I have been able to walk in without a reservation twice. Seating upstairs is nicer, while downstairs is slightly more informal (they have two menus but we were able to order from the "upstairs menu" when seated by the bar. If this is the new standard of quality for restaurants in Boston, I'm all in :-)
(5)
Benjamin L.

First off, this definitely is now one of my favorite restaurants in Boston! We came here for Thanksgiving dinner knowing nothing but what was on previous Yelp reviews. Immediately, our experience was great from the start. We had a reservation and the hostess was super sweet. At first the place looked empty but she promptly took us upstairs to where most everyone was sitting. We had a great table next to the fireplace and the great wall of windows with great views of the neighborhood. Blair was out waiter and was great. Everyone was very conversational and knowledgeable which is a huge plus in my book. Now keeping in mind that they had a special holiday menu for Thanksgiving, they did have some standard menu items as well, I opted for the traditional Thanksgiving dishes. Everything was very tender and delicious. The beer and wine selection was excellent and they do have a full bar as well. I didn't feel like drinking a whole lot but it's there if you are in the mood. I absolutely loved the decor and overall ambiance of this place. All the fixtures and furniture are very elegant and modern and you can tell the overall design was very well planned. This place is definitely a new favorite for me in Boston for upscale, American cuisine. The overall ambiance is stellar, the service is fantastic, and the food is awesome. What's not to love!?
(5)
Timothy M.

I eat here regularly for lunch. consistently very good. excellent burger
(4)
Clay G.

The drinks were great and strong. The appetizers were large. The main course though was messy. The buns were soggy and it made the salmon burger hard to eat. The lamb wrap was the same, very difficult and messy to eat for such a nice place. A better choice of bread would have been better.
(3)
Craig S.

Went in for V- day last night and the whole experience blew me away. First my original reservation was at nine -work issues had to move it to 10:15 no problem... we did not get there till 10:45 and even though the kitchen closed at 11:00 they kept it open just for us --really cool and much appreciated. We were seated in a private large circular booth in the back felt like I rented out the place just for us. Very cool dÃ©cor when it's not the happy hour rush. The service was amazing -she was so sweet, accommodating and helpful - I don't throw the 30% tip around all that often but it was warranted here. Started with fig n ham or ham n fig -whatever it was bacon and bourbon in a drink awesome liquid appetizer. She had a Cosmonaut - basically a spicy Cosmo which I ended up having 2 of before the meal was over. The menu was incredibly interesting - much better from what I remembered ex: rivalry chowder mix of Manhattan and New England Chowder, scotch egg, surf n' turf app with squid and chorizo, and my favorite and what I ended up getting --a different breakfast for dinner every night. Last night was two eggs over easy on top of steak on top of a Portuguese muffin with accompanying chipotle cream sauce and a hollowed out tomato stuffed with crab meat = absolutely perfect. She has the fish o the day mahi mahi which I love but the prep seemed so boring just fish and a green salad but it was surprisingly flavorful and perfectly executed. By the end of the meal it was around midnight and to my surprise the kitchen staff stuck around to see if we wanted desert - I felt like an ass ordering so late but hey they stayed and it was Vday after all. Desert was meh but I'm not a big dessert guy too sweet -my only criticism of the experience). Really Really good - Highly recommended
(5)
Jessica B.

Well, that was delicious. Licks chops. My husband suggested that we try Post 390 after taking a few business clients there for lunch. They have valet parking but we parked a couple of blocks away on the street. We arrived before our reservation and were seated immediately. The decor is dark and cozy with warm colors and fire places blazing on both floors. We sat upstairs. One nice part of the service is that it's not rushed at all, it's quite unobtrusive. It would be great for a business meeting but even better for a date. There were little gaps between each course that allowed us to really enjoy the food. After we ordered our food, the manager brought us each a large scallop in broth from the kitchen. It was a classy touch, and they were tasty. We split Cape Cod Cotuit Oysters and the Chilled Scituate Lobster Salad. Both were amazing. The salad had almost whole lobster claws and big chunks of mango in what tasted like a mango/pear vinaigrette dressing. Then I had the Loch Duarte Scottish Salmon with Point Judith Calamari and Salmon Ceviche, Bulgar Wheat, Citrus. The salmon was perfect and the bulgar wheat was in a cylinder with salmon and squid ceviche on top. It was light and delicious. My husband had a special request, that his potatoes not by cooked in duck fat, and it was not a problem for the kitchen. We finished with coffee for him and camomile tea for me, and then I made him go get the car and pick me up because it was FREEZING! Highly recommended for a delicious meal that you won't want to rush through.
(5)
Allen P.

Post 390 is an excellent, not overdone restaurant in the Back Bay / Downtown area of Boston----I came on a not-so-busy Saturday evening and really enjoyed my experience. We were seated promptly, and the staff was very sincerely friendly and welcoming. I had an appetizer salad, which was fresh and loaded with candied pecans, followed by a well-seasoned skirt steak. Our dishes came out promptly and were all excellently-done. Dessert was easily my favorite course----three selections of creme brulee, each with a different twist. Absolutely great. The atmosphere was quiet and intimate, but not overly pretentious. Two stories, a private room in the back, exposed (but not obtrusive) kitchen/grill, and lots of polished wood and dark-metal light fixtures. Really contributes to the ambience and the experience. Overall, one of the better dinners I've had in Boston in a long time.
(4)
Laurir G.

Extremely disappointed!! Made a reservation to celebrate my engagement at post 390 with out families. A few days before we were notified that there was a private party and our reservation could only be honored at the bar. While the restaurant knew of this far ahead of time, we were only given few days notice and were unable to make a reservation to accommodate a large party at another top restaurant. Will not be returning.
(1)
Doug J.

(score 1-100) - 61. I had the brunch on Sunday and it was just ok. The banana smoothie was a little too milky and not thick enough for me. It was $5.50 and served in a small glass. I had the Chicken Panini which was pretty good..ya know solid 3 star. My friend had the cinnamon french toast...so essentially a cinnamon roll soaked in egg... It was sweet the first time she had tried it but was dry this time. The leather looking (but really plastic) seats were all peeling badly throughout the ground floor dining area. It is a little surprising that they let it get this way especially when you are catering to the high end crowd.
(3)
Gina V.

Went last night with my sister for restaurant week, and we were very happy with our experience! Very friendly staff, right on time with our reservation. We got there a little early so started with a really good (and strong) pear cocktail at the bar. Bar was packed but still received quick service which was impressive. Seated right at 8pm on the dot which was nice considering how busy they were. Since we each got to order 3 courses for the restaurant week tasting we ordered different things and were not disappointed with any! The fried clams appetizer was my favorite. Fresh clams and delicious sauce and salad preparation served with. She ordered fried green tomatoes which were also fabulous and also served with an amazing sauce. Have never had them before so nothing to compare to, but they were great! Entrees were perfect size, not too big of a serving, and also very fresh. I was jealous of her sole, it was a little smoky and very flavorful, but my arugula ravioli were also pretty tasty. We both got brownie sundaes for dessert and didn't expect to be that impressed but we were proven wrong, I am pretty sure we came close to licking the plate! Loved the ambience also, wish we got to sit upstairs as I have heard its enjoyable but downstairs was nice and cozy with a fire going and I enjoyed it very much! Overall, definitely would recommend and will be back soon!
(4)
Cynthia B.

This place markets itself as "fancy" bar food, and it succeeds. Calamari is really good. The lamb wrap was surprisingly delicious, with a good amount of roasted veggies and cheese making it a great choice. Burger meat has nice flavoring (my guess: lots of salt). Great for lunch, expensive for dinner. But the view is nice for a romantic date (if you're by the fireplaces in the winter or the windows in the summer).
(4)
Chris B.

all is perfect in here .. nice aosphere, friendly stuff and brilliant food. you should try the deviled duck eggs and the sword fish
(5)
Paul W.

Nice ambiance. Aweful experience. Many wrong drink orders! Waiter tried to push a burnt end cut onto a friend of mine that ordered med-rare Prime Rib. Sent for Manager - same thing - pushy denial and attitude..I had the Surf and turf - filete was good, mashed potatos were excellent, However the Lobster tail was RAW!! For the very high prices they need to seriously improve the quality of their food and train the wait staff better. I can NOT recommend this to anyone. Ususally, I will give a place a second chance - but not this one, there are just too many Great restaurants in the city
(1)
Rishabh G.

This place is big! There's two levels and they are divided into their own little private sections, so it's a great place for hosting events. Went here for a company event and it was really fun. The staff was great and really helpful. The food was also really delicious. The salads were fresh and not heavily dressed. The pasta was very flavorful, although I did find it to be a little too oily. Overall, it's definitely got good food and a great decor.
(4)
Qasim R.

Went recently for the 1st time and over all the experience was pretty good. For appetizer I had the Maine and Jumbo Lump Crab Cake (without the pork belly), which was pretty good although for $15 I had expected something more from the app. (which could have been the pork belly so I can't really complain). Main course was the Char-Grilled Brandt Farm Skirt Steak (Mediterranean Vegetables with Feta, Onion-Mushroom Jam). The steak itself was as good as it can get. Although I was disappointed with the vegies although this could be a personal preference I just didn't enjoy the way they were prepared. The jam itself was pretty good but there was way too much and i would have preferred a different type/sort of bread to go with the jam. For dessert I had a trio of CrÃ¨me Brulee (Ginger, honey and tea). This was a pretty amazing dessert both presentation and taste wise. Their coffee was also pleasantly enjoyable to drink. My friend had the Restaurant week menu with wine pairing and was very pleased with her meal and accompanying wines were excellent. I ordered the ProvenÃ§al Gimlet (Fennel-Infused Vodka, Thyme, Basil, Lime, Lavender Syrup, Served on the Rocks) from the cocktail menu and was really amazed as to how good they made it. Service was amazing (as was most of the evening) and Keith was knowledgeable regarding the menu (knew every aspect of the dishes we asked about and the cocktails as well) and polite, funny and over all made the experience pretty great. The only reason it didn't get 5 stars was because of small things that could have gone better. Where points can be taken off valet took too long and was expensive, front staff could have been better trained, but all in all it just didn't have the oomph factor to get 5 stars (well there's always maybe next time).
(4)
Adriana T.

Very nice lunch place - it's a little bit pricey for every day lunch but every now and than if you are not in a rush to go back to work it's nice to enjoy a good sandwich there. I have been there on a Saturday night for drinks as well. I have never had diner there but the place seems very pact on the weekends and the crowd is very nice (typical Back Bay crowd). Definitely try the restaurant if you are in the neighborhood.
(4)
Amanda M.

Full tavern! The rotating doors was a great idea for space and to keep the cold out of the tavern. The bar was completely full with only one bartender. We sat in the back by the buffet. We had to stand by the bar to get any service. Whether it be for menus or ordering. The cocktail menu had clever drinks and lots of local beers. It took over 20 minutes for desserts to arrive. I had to approach the bar to inform the bartender of the situation. We got the Meyer Lemon Souffle Cake and Chocolate sliver. Both desserts were disappointing. The prices were good for the portion size. The chocolate sliver was literally a sliver of chocolate cake with crystallized caramel sauce. The lemon souffle cake was rather dense, yet full of flavor. I heard good things about the fine dining restaurant. We'll have to try that next time and only get one dessert.
(3)
Andrew D.

Post 390's decor brings together old-school dark wood and a roaring fire with modern decorations and tableware and beautiful people. But I have come here to eat, not ogle, and at its main task, Post 390 falls flat on its face. I tasted each of my six companions' dishes (I am a bottomless pit) and they ranged from mediocre to downright awful. A few of the lowlights: brussels sprouts with sesame and miso were boiled to a pulp and drowning in a miso slurry. If I closed my eyes, I'm pretty sure I couldn't have identified the vegetable swimming in that sauce. There's just no excuse. The fettuccine with butternut squash and mushrooms was a watery mess and lacking in salt. The whole-roasted Cornish game hen was just what it sounded like; not bad, but certainly not inspired. The fries with sambal aioli might well have been cooked yesterday. To make matters worse, the menu structure is a complete mystery. There are at least three lengthy menus with about as many choices as The Cheesecake Factory. This is not necessarily a good thing. All this mediocrity doesn't come cheap, either...entrees on the primary menu were between $20-40. Go here to be seen, have a drink, and gather some design ideas, but do not go here to eat!
(2)
Jonathan M.

Great atmosphere in the tavern. Super friendly staff, good drink list, albeit slightly on the pricey side. The tavern menu is creative and much more reasonably priced than the dining room. I highly recommend the "pork of the day" appetizer, which for us was a deconstructed blt in the form of a salad. It came with four of the meatiest chunks of pork belly that I've ever seen and a tomato jam that was out of this world. The lamb bolognese paperdelle was perfectly seasoned. The pasta was not too al dente. One of the best items on this menu is the burger (possibly one of the top 10 burgers in Boston)....it's huge, beefy and perfectly cooked. The cheddar is melted to a gooey molten consistency so it just envelopes what must be close to 3/4 lbs of tasty, high quality beef. I ordered it will all of the fixings...mushrooms, caramelized onions, bacon and avacado....while I enjoyed the add-ons, I would recommend letting the burger stand on its own with some lettuce, tomato and onion....and the bacon. Service was good. This restaurant caters nicely to allergies. I would definitely recommend the tavern for a nice, slightly pricey night out. Definitely a great place to meet friends.
(4)
Christy M.

On a recent visit to Boston, the manager of our B&B recommended Post 390 as his favorite new restaurant, so we decided to try it! We had a reservation for a Sunday at 7, but didn't need it, as there was plenty of room. The downstairs area was cozy and clean, with a full bar and fireplace. We had hoped to sit downstairs, as we were told that there are separate menus for down and upstairs, and downstairs you can order from either. But, as we were lead upstairs, we decided not to fight it, and instead get a good look at the whole place. Upstairs was upscale and intimate feeling, with a (then unstaffed) full bar, big comfy booths, a large tv playing the football game at a low volume, and an impressive wine display! We decided to sample the Farm to Post menu with the wine pairings. My husband and I ordered opposite items for each of the 3 courses, so we could try everything! We could pick a definite winner for each course: I won 2, he won 1. The food was good, and different from anything else we would have ordered, so it was fun to try new things. I was impressed with how well the wines were paired. We live near wine country in California, so we are spoiled by our local wine choices, and we pretty much drink CA wines exclusively, so seeing French and Spanish varieties on the pairing menu was foreign to us (no pun intended)! I liked the whites that were selected for my pairings, both alone and with the dishes. I didn't care for a couple of my husband's glasses, but they paired surprising well with his dishes! I'm used to getting more wine with pairing menus, so I wasn't thrilled with the quantity of wine we got, but again, maybe I'm spoiled by where we live! The service was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I felt it was too expensive for what is was, but a fun, different meal from the norm makes a fun occasional splurge!
(4)
Maha H.

Came here for a leaving-do. Their salad was 'meh' nothing extraordinary that I cannot do at home (and do much tastier, too!). Had the ravioli which was homemade in the restaurant, that was tasty and really enjoyed that. Their dessert was nothing extraordinary either but I guess it is a nice place with a lively atmosphere and friendly staff. It would not be my first choice of places to go eat in in Boston, but it is a place that we wanted to tick off the list of places we wanted to eat. However, personally I would not chose to eat here again out of choice, unless again being outvoted by friends/colleagues for places to eat.
(3)
Derrick I.

A new favorite. The ambiance was wonderful: cozy yet spacious; energetic but not too loud. The menu was extensive and the food extremely good. The beer list was impressive and wine list broad and varied with many interesting and unusual options. But, perhaps, what made our evening the most special was the service. Our waiter, Richard, was prompt, professional, attentive, knowledgeable and helpful with the menu, and very friendly. I was also impressed how all wait staff helped each other out, delivering food when a waiter was busy at another table. Finally, the Sommelier - Jason - was extremely knowledgeable of both the wine list and menu, and was invaluable in our choice of wine. Don't let his youthful appearance fool you. We will be back.
(4)
julie t.

Went for lunch during restaurant week. It was my second time here, although first time was only for drinks over a year ago. Great selection and variety for lunch. I had an arugula salad and a turkey BLT with avocado and cream cheese. It was phenomenal! My friend got a chicken panini, also amazing. Both very flavorful and filling, yet light. Normally sandwiches come with fries, but we both opted for mixed greens with a lemon vinaigrette. Simple but tasty. I rated only 4 stars for service because our server brought the wrong dessert 3 times. We had mini cupcakes, which were pretty good, and a chocolate cake (excellent, but rich, and generous portion). Ambiance is welcoming but not cramped. Nice bar tables. Cute fireplace in middle.
(4)
Ben W.

We've been here a few times lately, and it is a nice after work drinks/apps type of spot. The bar gets pretty crowded with suits, but we sat at a table in the dining area. Staff is super friendly and professional. Props to that! Tried a few of the appetizers, and the 'Really Good Ribs' were really skimpy and not much meat. I wasnt that impressed. The Beef Brisket Quesadilla was pretty good. Slap together some meat and cheese between a tortilla and you have a winner. Fries with spicy mayo were good as well. Maybe they were baked instead of fried? If this is on your way home from work, sure stop and grab a drink, but I probably would go somewhere else for dinner.
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Tim P.

Extensive beer and wine list, kobe beef hot dogs, house made chipotle ketchup, top notch service -- this is a real gem of a restaurant. The balcony is better for business meetings and downstairs has a large fireplace providing a cozy ambiance. Much recommended.
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A W.

Great atmosphere with an awesome fireplace. It's a great date spot ;) The Wild Boar Bolognese is the best - I get it every time I go there. They have great fries too. The skirt steak is hit or miss, like always with a skirt steak. The bartender can make a mean Old Fashioned and the drinks on the cocktail menu are good too. Overall, a favorite of mine even though it's a little pricey
(5)
anu y.

This is a great place for appetizers and drinks with a group of friends. Just make a reservation. The open fireplace on the first floor makes the ambiance cozy - a perfect winter spot (a more trendy version of the Oak Bar sans the live music). You must try the beer and bacon mac and cheese; also good are the flatbreads and the crab and spinach dip. The french fries with chipotle ketchup are disappointing-not too crisp. Nice selection of cocktails-the Grape Excess is my favorite cocktail and my sister liked the Fireside Apple Cider. Note: this place caters to a slightly older, after-work crowd on the weekdays.
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Jason R.

Post 390 is a bleepin' joke!!!!!! They very much want to be a fancy gastro-pub but they not only are lacking the talent but also the managers to even understand that they're lacking the talent. It is among the worst run restaurants in Boston. For almost three months I went to Post 390 for Sunday brunch, and every single time I was either the only customer in the restaurant or one of tow or three (so it was shockingly empty) and each Sunday for three months the morons in the kitchen couldn't figure out how to cook eggs overhard (which is about as difficult as boiling water) and the chef couldn't be bothered (or perhaps wasn't talented enough) to make sure that the eggs were cooked properly and the managers couldn't give a crap enough to make sure that the customer who had sent his eggs back for the first few weeks got his eggs done right. I wrote to the manager on this issue and never once got a reply. The bartenders (a term that hardly applies to the people working behind the bar at Post 390) know as much about drinks as my late grandmother knew about transcendental philosophy...which wasn't much. You could probably go to a bar at a Greyhound station and get a better cocktail for half the price. If you ask for any of the sorority party specials they have on their cocktail menu, you'll get something that resembles it in intention, but not execution. If you ask for, I don't know, a classic cocktal, you're just out of luck. None of the bar staff have a clue how to make a cocktail. They just pour stuff in the glass and shake 100% of their cocktails. Their knoweldge and ability is about one step above being able to open a can of Bud Lite. Again, if you complain, don't expect the self-important general manager to give a crap. Save your money and save yourself the headache and go to an establishment that actually cares about their product and service. Dining/drinking at Post 390 will just leave you as angry as me! P.S.- It's also worth noting that, according to the City of Boston, in 2011 Post 390 had a "Critical Foodborne Illness" violation. I know that sounds appetizing!
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Heather S.

DRINKS ONLY! This is one of my very favorite places in town for drinks and the bar scene (whether it be right after work or at 10:30 on a Saturday), and the bartenders are fantastic every single time. I just always suggest we leave to go somewhere else when it's time to eat... I've eaten here twice and it was totally off both times. The food took forever and was kind of mediocre; the service was very disorganized (our server switched half way through the meal but no one ever told us, then they got the bill wrong and charged one of my friends debit cards twice) - it was just off. It's a give and take, you know?
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Dan H.

Brought an out-of-town client here for dinner recently. Great atmosphere and great service. The food was outstanding, and I was an especially big fan of the three course dinner selection they offered which featured locally caught seafood. The entree round, especially, was this lobster dish that incorporated all the meat and none of the hassle breaking it apart. The tail section was served over some type of liquified corn dressing (for lack of a better term), which was outstanding. Prices are what you expect. It has an upscale bar area on the ground floor, which was pretty busy for a Tuesday, when I was there. Definitely worth a shot if you're in town or in the area. EDIT: marking up another star to a perfect five. Took another client to dinner, and has another outstanding meal. The menu they craft from local producers is out of this world; I was hesitant to order anything pork since I'm normally not a huge fan, but I was once again blown away.
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Sarah C.

Lunch review. Just so y'all know we sat at the bar for lunch. My boyfriend and I prefer sitting at bars to dine, especially for lunch. I'm sure we are not alone, right!? I feel like you get a more intimate experience with the restaurant when you dine at the bar. I'm not talking dive bars here! Plus, the drinks seem to roll in more quickly when you eat at the bar, right? haha We went on a Thursday afternoon for two reasons... it is in our neighborhood and we had errands to do nearby, and I got a $20.00 gift card in the mail, randomly. The bar was DEAD. There is an upstairs but we sat downstairs where it didn't seem too busy. Comfy bar seats! Plopped right in front of the TV of course... following my boyfriends lead. Nice service... nothing to rave or complain about. I got the lobster roll (I'm obsessed with lobster rolls). But, I think that was the last one of the 'lobster roll' season for me. It was just 'eh' I like firmer, bigger, more chilled chunks than they gave me. I loved that it wasn't heavily dressed but it was lacking in that chilled fresh crispness.... He got the steak and fries... I was seriously drooling looking at it. Perfectly cooked medium... juicy! (You don't always get that at lunch) Honestly it was just OK. I wouldn't recommend it... but i wouldn't deter people from it either. If I was invited by friends or family i would be happy to go. If we were in the area and it was the only option... I would be alright with that. However, I wound't make it a go-to destination. On a little side note... an annoying wine vendor plopped down next to us, schmoozed the managers and bar tender, was acting all entitled, ate lunch... just acting annoying. Now I have worked in the wine, food and beverage industry for many years and I never fail to be annoyed at restaurants that conduct business deals in front of diners. Am I alone? The thought of the night-time dinner/cocktail scares me though... I've heard it's a little young singles crowd??
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N K.

Nice atmosphere. Food was average. Sides better than the main dishes. We went with a big group and the waiter told us we could only get one check. One and done with this restaurant.
(3)
Erika G.

Stopped in here for a quick drink with a friend to lower our inhibitions before stepping into the bank account death trap that is Copley Mall..... The wine was a little warm so .. meh.. but the perogies were fabulous! We both really enjoyed the ambiance AND the fact that they were open at 3 in the afternoon. While I loved the fireplace, we both wondered what they do with it in the summer- it was very prominent. We will just have to return soon and see!
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Polite G.

We went to Post 390 because they had some great deals for Wine week bostonwineweek.com and I have to say I will go back! I am very satisfying with what we got. We paired our wine bottle with a few appetizers and sat down for a lovely after work wind-down. Excellent location for an after work get together because the location is so convenient (near green and orange line) the ambiance is very posh and nice, and the staff is helpful but not snobby. I will definitely go back to try the full dinner menu.
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Richard C.

The burger at Post 390 stumped me, ordinary and almost ugly on the surface, it was one of if not the juiciest burger I've had to date, the hot fat bursting out upon my first bite. Similar to a Jucy Lucy, it was an unexpected but welcome river of flavor (in this case juiciness vs. melted cheese) that I had never seen before. A great start that unfortunately had a brief moment of greatness that didn't last. They achieved the impossible with this burger, so moist in the first few bites, yet so dry and over-cooked the rest of the way. And the seasoning was inconsistent, my burger could have used some salt, while my burger companion's sandwich, the delightful Katie from a Small Boston Kitchen, was nicely flavored with the requisite salt and pepper. It's as if they spent no time conceiving this burger, while I can't comment on the rest of the menu, the interior and vibe is clearly geared toward the young professionals in the area. The scrub showing up in an Arcade Fire t-shirt has no chance to be treated equally, I'm not saying our service was bad, it was fine, but why didn't my burger look like everyone else's? Either way, it's a glorified Applebees burger, except it costs $15. Like I said, that juiciness is incredible, but it's fleeting, dry and borderline flavorless the rest of the way, it does at least boast melted Vermont Cheddar cheese. The bun is good, buttered and flavorful, it fits the burger nicely, although structurally almost didn't hold up because of the initial juice explosion. The fries add to the ordinary package, crispy yes, seasoned reasonably well, but so darn hollow and tough they reek of pre-made fries sitting out for far too long. No chance these were fried to order, crunchy I can get, but hard and empty inside has no place on my plate. While the space at Post 390 is modern and hip, the burger, at least for my money, is very average. Despite being juicy at first, a dry, bland patty and weak fries just can't justify the $15 price tag. Money aside, this burger just ain't that great, who are you going to trust, the suits in the Back Bay, or the scrub from the suburbs?
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Katie M.

The rolls for the table were delicious! They had cracked sea salt on top of them and I love salt! But the rest of the meal was average. The Caesar salad had no "Caesar" flavor. And I had the lobster squash bisque which was nothing to write home about. And as far as the service goes? Our server maybe was having a bad night because we got a lot of attitude. No manager ever came by to ask about how we were doing. And for the prices we paid I would assume they would. All in all there are a ton of other places to eat in this great city. I wouldnt rush to get here.
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Bill A.

Multiple trips for me and I've enjoyed every meal. The short ribs are off the chart. Good food and great drink options. Works for me!
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Samantha S.

Delicious! Every time I have been the food was awesome and the waitstaff have been great. The service overall is great! One time, after dinner, we moved down to the crowded bar and couldn't find a seat/table. The manager approached us and stashed a table for us right away :)
(5)
Joshua K.

My family and I dined at Post 390 on Saturday, and we were all extremely disappointed. We were seated between a large "frat party" table and a private room hosting a loud event. The food was simply dreadful. I'm a vegetarian and was shocked that on their two long menus (restaurant and bar) there was only a single vegetarian entree -- a mushy and tasteless pasta that I promptly sent back. I'd expect a limited selection like this at a steak house, but not at a contemporary restaurant with a broad menu. Even the salads were meaty -- every single one! My family members are not vegetarians, but were equally dissatisfied. My father nearly broke a tooth on a seafood appetizer, and my brother-in-law ordered a "rare plus" steak and sent it back when it arrived blackened. Even the desserts were a disaster -- the creme brulee wasn't caramelized, and the "cookie jar" included just one variety of small, bitter cookie. Two of us ordered cappuccinos, which came out cold. We sent them back, and when the server returned, it was clear they has just microwaved them. Our server was also generally rude. Instead of apologizing for the lack of vegetarian selections and consulting the kitchen on potential options, she looked at me scornfully. She was also completely inattentive to our table. Stay away from this place!
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Mark W.

Seafood tower was good... But it's hard to mess up a raw bar. Got the veal stroganoff, looked and sounded very interesting, but was ultimately disappointed with tough, over cooked meat and poorly balanced sauce. The pasta was good, wide noodle and fresh. At least that was edible. Service was average.
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Cate N.

I've been here a few times now and I always have really high hopes but I'm usually disappointed, for one reason or another. The food is good, not great. For the prices, I expect better. The drinks and decor are fabulous though, and the wine list is amazing. I would recommend coming here for drinks and apps or for dessert after a show or something. I got the banana cream pie and it was delicious. Also, I can't stand websites that start playing music or have noise when you open them -- and this website does -- how annoying is that? Don't check out the website if you're at work.
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Sarah F.

My friend and I walked here straight from getting pre-dinner drinks at Red Lantern which is conveniently around the corner. We sat upstairs near the floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Copley which was very nice on a beautiful summer day. Our server Ray was very helpful and made our first time at Post390 so enjoyable and fun. We ordered some wine and continued with our girls night out by ordering Shrimp Cocktail & Oysters, then shared the Wedge Salad and Goat Cheese and Kalamata Olive Flatbread. Everything was delicious and perfect to make you feel content...not too full, but of course we had room for dessert. My favorite indeed was the Creme Brulee and my friend got the super rich Chocolate Cake. It was somewhat busy around 7:30 p.m. but definitely got quiet as the night went on, which is fine if you're looking for a nice dinner out with someone. Downstairs was a little more lively obviously with the bar - we enjoyed everything and will most likely be back.
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Ted K.

Had a great meal here last night. I liked pretty much everything about the place. We were ravenous and ordered way too much food, but it was all delicious. We sat downstairs in the tavern and had a cozy booth. The service was attentive and our server was laid back and not pushy at all. There were a few moments when the two servers seemed stretched rather thin, but there were no serious lags in service. The oysters were spectacular. The cheese plate was terrific. The wine and beer list was good and pretty reasonably priced. My burger was cooked perfectly as was my wife's flank steak. We had the chocolate bread pudding for dessert and the caramel ice cream that came with it was incredible. I was so full that I couldn't manage more than a few bites but it was great. We'll definitely be back. Perfect place for a winter meal.
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Food Fan A.

My friend and I decided to go in the Post 390 since she has been there before with fellow co-workers. As we walked in, we did noticed five hostesses at the hostess stand and they greeted us. We informed them we were heading to the bar - we noticed the downstairs bar was full. So, we walked by the hostess stand and worked our way upstairs only to find out from a waiter that the upstairs bar was closed. My friend who has been there stated, "None of the hostess could mention this to us?" We decided to sit along a wall by the bar and the female greeted us with two drink menus. As I already saw what I wanted and my friend knew what she wanted, I waited at the bar to place my order. Watched the bartender put away glasses, unload the dishwasher, and talk to the other male bartender (whom I thought was a bar-back, since he completely ignored my presence). I only found out because someone at the end of the bar waved him down and glanced over and kept walking. As I was still waiting to place my order, my friend said, "Let's go somewhere else, it is not worth the wait like this." Looks great inside and we were greeted, but the service was slacking.
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Peter D.

If you are in the city and want an amazing burger, head over to Post 390 and sit in the Tavern (1st floor). Great atmosphere, lovely open flame fire and pretty decent beer and wine selection. The restaurant upstairs is pretty good, although have had some average dishes.
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Steve S.

Post 390 could be extremely likable. The place is really, really nice in a chic wood and glass way. The menu is strangely egalitarian for a restaurant in the Back Bay, meaning there is something for everyone. Kobe Beef hot dog, fried chicken, pork chop, pizza, tuna...hey why not. The Cheesecake does it daily, but its pretty bold for a new start up To be fair to our new addition to the culinary scene, only I had a poor meal. The tuna was not good, but pork, chicken, pizza seem to receive rave reviews I will definitely try it again
(3)
Vivian W.

This review is for the bar only. Really like the vibe and atmosphere. Very fun, and lively. Good selection of drinks, and there's a big area for large groups to congregate for drinks.
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Jennifer N.

One last visit to Post 390 before moving: A few observations: 1) This restaurant is absolutely dead on a Monday evening (we arrived at 7:45, and there were maybe four other tables on the entire second floor; by the time we left at 9:45, the place was empty). 2) The food wasn't as good as I remembered, and the space and service were better than I remembered. My father and I both ordered the bluefish (the special fish of the evening) and it was far, far too salty (and coupled with some very salty potatoes). My husband ordered the chicken cooked under a brick, which, unlike the last time I had it, was almost a bit overcooked, and served with a really unremarkable three bean salad (when I heard bean salad, I thought it was going to be something cool, summery, and refreshing- this bean salad is actually warm and doesn't complement the chicken at all.) Dessert- the chocolate layer cake- was so dense and sweet that we really only ate a quarter of it. Even though the food wasn't all that exciting, the space was even better than I remembered-- we sat on the top floor, overlooking Trinity Church and the Hancock building, and the view was beautiful. Also really appreciated our terrific waiter (James B.) who was kind, unobtrusive, and attentive. 3) Post 390 seems like a great place to get a drink and to hang out - it would make for a great lounge. I suspect I would enjoy it a lot more if I were only getting appetizers, and enjoying their legendary grape martini.
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Baking M.

I have been to Post for lunch (they have huge salads), after work cocktails (great Dark and Stormies) and for dinner (had the Buttermilk Fried Cornish Game Hen, flatbreads and fries). The tavern like restaurant is located at the corner of Clarendon and Stuart, near the Post Office and John Hancock building. I recently returned to Post 390 for their Backyard BBQ deals. On Sunday and Monday 3pm until evenings close, there are discounted food deals. We had a bucket of 5 Miller High Life Ponies for $15 and $3 for additional singles, steamed Maine Mussels with Garlic Butter $6, two Pearl Hot Dogs with Sauerkraut, Pickle Relish and Mustard $6, Oysters on the half shell $1 each and the 1/2 Lb Beef Burger with Cheddar and Caramelized Onions $9. My friends ordered the beans and said they were just ok and did not have much flavor. BBQ Pit Beans $2 I am personally not a fan of Deviled Eggs, and those that ordered them said they were mediocre. Deviled Eggs $2
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Amanda L.

I only had drinks at Post 390, but I love the dark, cozy atmosphere. There's two bars on two floors and the drinks are great. Cute bartenders. ;) I also was at the Duxbury Beach Oysterfest last summer, and Post 390 was there serving pulled duck quesadillas that legit blew. my. mind. Unfortunately, these little wedges of heaven are not on the menu. Boo!
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Alison C.

To confirm one Yelper's previous comment, yes, I like a good cocktail, but I also enjoy selecting a first-rate wine from a versatile list. My friends and I were staying at a hotel right near Post 390 and continued to walk past the crowded, beautiful space throughout our long weekend. The rustic decor and cozy fireplace taunted us, while we shivered out on the brisk sidewalk. We vowed to visit the hip spot and made it there one evening after already stopping at several other bars. We each treated ourselves to a large glass of wine while we surveyed the classy, professional crowd. As we polished off our final drink of the evening, we began to crave some carbs that would soak up the alcohol. All of the sudden, we saw warm baguettes being whisked out of the kitchen and delivered to a few of the remaining dining tables. Though we were not seated and just meandering at the bar, we shot a pouty face and puppy dog eyes at a member of the waitstaff and begged for a loaf. We were kindly granted quite possibly the best bread ever. The crust was perfectly crisp, and each crunchy mouthful gave way to mushy, warm hunks of dough. We were in love from our first bites. We conspiratorially backed ourselves over to the service counter where a large basket of these loafs awaited their fates. We each snatch another baguette and quickly, yet conspiratorially, made our way towards the exit. We swung through the revolving door and hurriedly sprinted back to our hotel, where we gorged ourselves on "complimentary" bread and hummus from our hotel's late-night menu... Sure, I am setting a bad example, but if you had tasted this warm blessing, you would be able to sympathize. Please, keep this secret between us!
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Megan M.

I dig Post 390, although I've never been for a meal. It's easy to get to, has a good bar scene, and the staff is attentive and accommodating. I decided to write a review after going here for drinks after a wedding this past weekend. The wedding party made a reservation at the bar and ended up with more people than expected. The hostess and waitstaff worked hard to make sure everyone was comfortable, happy, and having a good time. They recognized that it was an important night for everyone (and a lucrative one for them) and acted accordingly. Good wine selection, and a great place for after-work drinks with a few people as well. You won't feel out of place dressed up or dressed down, and the prices are high but not crazy for the type of place and location.
(4)
Angel D.

I was surprised to see it not crowded on a Saturday night at 8pm. Then we sat down to eat and realized that the food is very average. It was nice to try this place, but won't be back again.
(3)
Meg S.

Terrible. Ordered mussels- most were not opened however chef said to eat anyway. bartender agreed it was not worth the risk to eat bad seafood so he took away dish and still charged us for it. We paid $8.50 for a bad dish- instead of arguing i will never go back -
(1)
Jenna C.

Ick. What a pity. This space is gorgeous, the bar is fun, the upstairs private rooms are fabulous. That how they earned an extra star. But the food is gross. I've been here three times, which was three times too many. 1) Dinner, right when they opened, I went with two friends. Service was god awful, meaning we were there for 2 hours and all we got were three entrees. The food was bland and totally not worth the wait. 2) Brunch. All I can say is greasy mess. So greasy that you feel like you need a shower and a gym membership. 3) Holiday lunch in their private room upstairs. This was the best experience out of them all, but I'd still only give it 2, maybe 2.5 stars. We had a three course meal; calamari, caesar salad and carrot cake. Boring and mediocre. TIP: If you don't want to be disappointed, stop here for a drink and soak about the gorgeous decor, then walk over and eat in the South End.
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H. G.

DOROTHY: Do you suppose we'll meet any wild animals in here? TIN MAN: Perhaps. DOROTHY: Oh! SCARECROW: Even ones that, that drink... martinis? TIN MAN: Uh, some, but mostly cougars and silver foxes and MILFs. DOROTHY: Cougars? SCARECROW: And foxes? TIN MAN: And MILFs. DOROTHY: Cougars and foxes and MILFs! Oh my!
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Matthew A.

This is the 6th time we have eaten here and the experience is always great. We usually start at the bar downstairs which is big enough that you don't have to shove your way to the front. On top of that, they have enough bartenders that you don't have to hope for the best in terms of waiting for service. For drinks, I got the Indian Summer which is a margartia type drink with grapefruit extract. A little tip, get the smoked sea salt in the drink. Post 390 has a huge smoker in-house and smokes their own sea salt. It's great. Once you get to the table, the servers bring over little french baugettes which are fresh from the oven. Plus they make sure your drinks are always topped off. For the first course, I got the little gem lettuce wedges which is a play on the classic steak house lettuce wedge. On the Post 390 version, they top the salad with house made pickle red onions. To show that the chefs are paying attention, last night they did'nt serve the typical lettuce on this salad since the shipment they received was not up to their quality. For my entree, I had the 1/2lbs Kobe Beef Hotdog with fries and their housemade chipotle ketchup. This is a must get at least once. The hotdog has great flavor and is very juicy. 2 other people I was with got the fried chicken. The fried chicken is cooked perfectfully and the breading on the outside is flavorful and crisp. The chicken comes with a buttemilk biscuit. The last person got the st louis style ribs which are smoked and smothered in their scratch made bbq sauce. For dessert, I always try and get the rootbeer float. Post 390 makes their own ice cream which is delicious. They also make their own root beer which is what makes this so great. Post 390 has a great pastry chef. Over all, the service is great and the wait staff are all very personable. They are very good at making sure you are happy and have what you want while not being in your face.
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David B.

Cool spot. I walked in and was greeted by two friendly hosts in the foyer. The place is nice with a warm standing fire place in the bar area. I did not have time on this visit to order a meal but looking at what others had ordered the food looked pretty good. I like to make this place a regular stop but it is just too hard finding a parking spot near by.
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Marcus C.

I guess when you make a last-minute reservation, they stick you in the undesirable corner where the lights are bright and you feel like you're on display as the restaurant loser! Despite our less-than-desirable seating situation, my dining companion and I were looking forward to our meal here. Reviewing the menu, it seemed like the theme was "updated comfort food," like so many restaurants these days. We started off with the pierogies, then I had the rigatoni with wild boar ragu. Well, the pierogies were pretty awesome, but the pasta was disappointing. The sauce was pretty runny and the pasta itself wasn't very special. My dining companion's mahi mahi was pretty good, but he was disappointed in the bean slaw over which it was served.
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Julia H.

I find myself pregnant this fall season, and when I first arrived at Post 390 and saw my friends enjoying their fancy and fall-inspired cocktails, I thought I was doomed to a night of deprived misery. But instead I ended up eating my face off, to the delight of both me and the little one inside. I started with the arugula salad, but a friend sitting next to me ordered the wedge without the bacon (he's a vegetarian), and we asked for the bacon anyway. Sprinkling that perfectly-cooked slab bacon on the Parmesan-heavy arugula salad was a perfect combination. I then had the ale-braised short ribs with mustard spaetzle, and it was to DIE for - delicate and flavorful and hearty and warm. Yum. The only slight disappointment was the side of button mushrooms I ordered. I thought they would be warm, but they were cold. Tasty, but cold. I couldn't fit another bite into me, so I skipped dessert, but I had a nice hot tea and was impressed with the selection. The cozy, fire-filled atmosphere was lovely, too. I can't wait to go back.
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Gizem D.

This is a place that is experiencing identity crisis in my opinion. It looks sports bar-ish yet there are people pulling up in their expensive cars and clothes... Not really sure what is going on with that... Anyway, I went here for dinner. I ordered the steak salad. First came mini bagettes in brown paper bags. Then, long time later came our meals. I have to admit that my salad was good. I ordered the steak medium well and it looked more like medium rare... So next time I kno to order well done... In summary, food was good. The service was good(even though not fast...) The atmosphere was cozy. They had a fireplace. Another plus is that the restaurant area was separated by the bar area...
(4)
Crissy T.

In Boston for work...had the Maine Lobster Roll Sandwich. Huge chunks of lobster meat and the grilled bread was delicious.
(3)
Stephen P.

Took my wife to dinner at Post 390 and it was a fantastic experience. The wait staff was attentive but not overwhelming. The drink list was great (including a great beer list) and the menu was small but on point. We had the farm to table menu in which we had to choices for an app, entree and dessert all paired with wine. The apps and entrees were incredible, the desserts left a little to be desired. Highly recommend Post 390. Only reason did not get five stars...had to ask for bread while the tables on each side, that sat after us, got it and the desserts.
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Anna R.

**This review is based on their Restaurant Week menu.** My boyfriend and I went to Post 390 for a RW lunch on a rainy, chilly Boston afternoon. The fireplaces inside were nice and cozy, the decor beautiful, the staff well-dressed, and the views on the 2nd floor spectacular. It gave a great first-impression. Our waitress seemed very nervous and was a little scatter-brained. She mis-spoke about the soup and had to come back, failed to refill (or ask to) our drinks, and got the orders mixed up (who had what). The food runners didn't seem to speak a lot of English and were very confused (added to the mix-up by the waitress as to which food went where), and our food was delivered too early. The food itself was about 4 stars...very hit or miss. I got two starters and an entree, and my boyfriend got one of each. I tried the arugula salad with fresh parm and lemon olive oil, which was delicious (not too much lemon or cheese). I then got the soup of the day (as did my bf), which was a white bean with duck confit--AMAZINGGGG! My entree though, was disappointing. His lamb sausage and feta pizza was very fresh, salty/tangy/spicy--YUMMY. I got the chicken panini and wasn't very impressed. It had ham, salami, chicken breast, cheese, peppers, onion, and aioli...and was just too complicated. It lacked the delicious simplicity of the rest of the meal. The fries that came with it were painfully salty and nothing unique. He then got dessert, a cold creme brulee. Very thick, ice cold throughout. Ick. I would definitely go back for another shot, and probably take a client here, but it's not one of Boston's Best.
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Kiera H.

Not sure why this place is getting bad reviews... I'm very glad I decided on this place for Thursday night dinner after we got off the train to Boston. It's a short walk from the Back Bay Hotel where we stayed, and I really loved this place. I seriously have no idea how I fit all that food in my stomach. We had the crab and spinach dip for an appetizer which came with pita chips and bread, but of course they bring MORE bread and butter out anyway so I stuffed my face with bread (it's a weakness). The waitress was super sweet and she recommended me a Rapscallion beer (which was awesome). I had the crabcakes for dinner which were pretty good, but different than the kind of crabcakes I'm used to around the PA/DE/MD area. Then I somehow decided it would be a great idea to get dessert. I had the mini cake slice. SO worth it. It was more of a fudge than a cake, really. Delicious chocolate heaven. I wish we hadn't been stuck upstairs next to the prep area, though. I felt like we always had staff milling around us and it was a little distracting. I'm sad we didn't get to go back again before we left, but this place definitely gets two thumbs up from me.
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Don M.

I love this place. It's a great after-work location, feeling like a ski chalet in the middle of the city. The bartending could be improved, which is why I'm giving it four stars, but the food is great. On my last visit, I ordered the duck pot-stickers and the fried chicken. Both were yummy! Can't wait for my next visit. Service, BTW, is excellent, and the staff is very pleasant to deal with.
(4)
Nate R.

For some reason or another I had not heard much about Post 390 before last week, but am always up for trying new restaurants. We went here for dinner with a good friend who had a date up from Philadelphia. We were sat up stairs which seemed to be a little nicer. We were in the corner by the window which had a great view of the city and street below. The first thing that I noticed was how packed the two bars were. It was absolutely freezing out so you would think the bars might be a little slow. Not the case at 390. Full House. Not the biggest menu but it definitely had something for everyone. Two of us got the special Prime Rib which was fine, nothing amazing, but nothing wrong with it either. Everyone did love the fish and chips though. I am not a big fish guy but everyone kept stealing bites through out the meal. The brick chicken was also very good. The service was good. Again, not amazing, but nothing to complain about. The venue itself and decor were really great, I will definitely be coming back to Post 390 sometime soon.
(4)
C P.

Just had a late dinner Friday night. It had been a while since I went, but its still DAMN good. I wouldnt consider the food fancy. Its more comfort food done very very well. I had the rigatoni with wild boar and the banana cream pie. The boar was a bit salty, but still gooooooood. And the pie is always, always a home run...now I am hungry just thinking of it!!! Comfortable atmosphere, attentive staff and great location!
(4)
Joe M.

My wife and I dined here on a recent Saturday night. The weather was a bit cooler than expected so we arrived 25 minutes prior to our reservation. No problem, we were promptly seated in the area of the restaurant we had requested (it was pretty early though!) We skipped appetizers and went straight to the entrees. My wife ordered the prime rib special and thought it was great. She is allergic to a specific oil and our waiter Steven checked everything to make sure it would be safe and even arranged a specific substitution. In general he was very attentive and helpful. I went with the wild boar rigatoni because you don't see that on every menu. It was very good; the sauce much more meaty than it was tomato-flavored, just as I had been told it would be. I will try other things here before ordering this again, but only due to curiosity versus any complaints with the dish. We skipped dessert as well (we usually do, believe it or not based on my appearance) and called it a night. We really enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance and won't hesitate to dine again and possibly invite friends!
(4)
Paula P.

This place was really great. Hubby and I went to Boston for the weekend and made a reservation for here. We had the crab cake/pork appetizer. The pork was too fatty but the crab cake was amazing. We also had the 1/2 lb. shrimp app. and the butter/garlic sauce with it was GREAT. The server didn't walk when I asked for cocktail sauce, and that was nice. I ordered the organic chicken. It was amazing, but the real show stopper seemed to be the great sweet potato ham and cheese layered side that came with it. I do not like sweet potatoes at all, but this was TO DIE FOR! Hubby had the grilled atlantic swordfish and he loved it. We had the Bananna Cream Pie and it was the BEST I have EVER had! We also had the chocolate bread pudding cake as an apology from our lovely waiter Paul. Paul and Keith were great to us and we enjoyed their attentiveness. This place is a MUST.
(5)
Eric G.

After hearing some good things about Post 390, I decided to try it out with some friends this weekend. Two blocks off the Copley Square stop and in the shadow (or reflection depending on the time of day) of the John Hancock building the location is great. I checked in with the host who was pleasant and assured me that the table I had requested was available- perfect- time to get cozy at the bar and enjoy the floor to ceiling windows looking out on Clarendon and Stuart street. I bit away from the beautiful people of Boylston there was not a whole lot of action on the other side of the windows, but I'm sure that the weekday crowd offers plenty to drink in. The Allagash white I ordered came in a frosted glass and was fairly priced at 7.75. I took the first beer down while enjoying the last rays of sunlight bouncing off the John Hancock building and checking out the beautiful (but not so beautiful they make you feel ugly) people surrounding me at the bar. Pushing the empty glass forward it took less than a minute for the bar tender to offer me another. The bartenders were both friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. I overheard one explain to some patrons the different cuts of beef and proper way to cook and serve them. I was impressed. Not just by the bar tenders, but the bar itself, the substantial barstools of sturdy wood and leather nestled up against the deep mahogany of the bar. This is the kind of place you can spend some time. My friends arrived and met me at the bar where we shared one drink before being escorted upstairs to our booth. Just as had hoped, right across from the open kitchen. Some don't prefer these tables, but I always enjoy watching the chefs at work and previewing the available dishes. The restaurant itself is much larger than each room makes it appear. Broken out into at least 4 sections you still get the distinct feel of a neighborhood gastropub. Our waitress was attentive and exceptionally friendly she offered us drinks, brought us bread (served in a paper bag) and allowed us all the time to ponder over appetizers. We shared the Peking duck postickers with blackberry hoisin sauce and the crab dip. The potstickers contained well seasoned shredded duck which paired very nice with the hoisin. The crab dip was well prepared, but was overshadowed by the pita chips, which by themselves were good enough to eat by the bowl. Overall both prepared us for our main courses, but neither (with the exception of the pita chips) crossed the line from average to "I've f***ing got to have more of that!" Our main course consisted of the Beer and Bacon Mac and Cheese, the Colorado T-bone lamb chops and coffee rubbed duck breast. Ok- beer and bacon Mac & cheese- It is what you want it to be. Delicious, creamy, served al dente with thick cuts of chopped bacon, smoothed out by beer. I'll be found at the bar with this plate in front of me in the near future. The lamb chops were big and meaty. Two to a plate these are not the thin slices arranged in a spiral you might expect, they arrived perfectly cooked. The duck was served with braised red cabbage, the tartness a perfect pairing for the coffee rubbed meat. The bacon and cheese polenta only added to a very impressive dish. Overall a dining experience I would not mind repeating. The chef shines equally at both simple comfort food like the Mac and cheese and at the same time can pull off the exacting preparation dishes like duck and rabbit require. Did I mention the price is right? It is. Check it out.
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Me B. M.

Relaxed wood and leather airy feel with a nice fireplace. Very good, attentive--if humorless--service. The food is decidedly upscale comfort food with some heavy standards (fish and chips, macaroni and cheese, fried poultry), simple fare (fish, duck, steaks, pork chops) and totally campy (hot dogs and deviled eggs). The lamb sausage flat bread was excellent, though the dough was a bit soggy, perhaps having sat too long before being served. The arugula salad (lemon and parmesan) was a good version of something that is hard to mess up. The coffee rubbed duck was nicely prepared and cooked to the perfect temperature. It was a bit bland and under-seasoned but a touch of salt and the cherry compote helped bounce the flavor up. It was served with 2 unidentifiable pancake thingies that were kind of flavorless, and no veggies. I liked Post a lot more than I thought I was going to, frankly. The menu is easy-going, the food better than average, and the atmosphere is relaxed but energetic.
(4)
Debbie B.

I did not eat here. When and if I ever do, I will happily give them a re write. I did go get drinks here with the ladies on Saturday night. We will not be going back. The place was uppity, snobby, boring, and annoying. Meh...with a capital M.
(2)
Nat R.

Excellent upstairs seating. Close to Back Bay Hotel, where we stayed. Who new baked Mac and Cheese could be so good... and an acceptable dinner entree? Great wine selection, many choices from the Napa Valley.
(4)
Terry C.

I came here for lunch with a friend and it was ok. I ordered the mac and cheese and my friend had the chicken breast panini. His description of the panini is "this chicken sandwich is through the roof!". However, the mac and cheese lacked taste. It was creamy but not cheesy at all. It was topped off with a layer of nice crunchy bread crumbs. I just love the space and feel of Post that I would give it another try for dinner next!
(3)
Jo B.

I arrived at Post on a whim absolutely STARVING, gave the menu our stamp of approval and departed with just a mediocre feeling on what seems to be one of Boston's new hot spots. The vibe at Post is a bit off for a Boston restaurant... perhaps it's the size or overwhelmingly large crowds, but in no way has an effect on the ambiance and warm decor. Definitely try for a table near the fireplace if at all possible. The waitstaff were, or at least our waitress was, excellent. She knew the menu and she knew the wine, even better! As for the food, we definitely left full, but two of the three entrees order really weren't THAT memorable. Chicken Under A Brick (sounds interesting right?) wasn't that interesting, just a flat cooked piece of chicken lacking any real flavor, though it was juicy. Intrigued by the Beer and Bacon Mac & Cheese, mostly on the fact that previous diners had talked it up to us, was a disappointment and just didn't work. The Baked Cod with Crabmeat and Asparagus SAVED the meal, the fish was delicious and the asparagus was the BEST asparagus I have ever tasted, looked perfect, tasted even better! I'd return just for the drinks and asparagus, nothing more.
(3)
Colleen Y.

After 12hrs in the law library, there is nothing I want more than a cocktail at Post 390. The no. 39 is my personal fav although I also love their black and tan - if its not quite the right time to be slurping tequila. I reserve tequila for the 1 or 2 hours before I pass out (I mean, fall asleep). I love sitting at the bar but its not a normal bar feeling. Tenders have to be focused on working, not on chatting you up all night. I have never noticed many singletons hanging out...which suggests to me that it is not really many people's neighborhood bar. Maybe their after work neighborhood bar, but not their "everybody knows my name" spot. The food is good but I suggest not counting calories when you are there. I tried to go healthy one night and get the salad and tuna tartar and I was a sad girl hungry girl awkwardly staring at the burger next to me. The staff is pretty to the point, no excessively hospitality but just enough to get the job done. Parking sucks in that area, and you'd be stupid to try and go at 7pm on a Friday without a reso or a burning desire to stand and wait for 2 hours. All in all, I'm glad Post 390 joined the downtown crowd of imbibing locations, especially because they will still serve me food when I get out of work past midnight.
(4)
Sara S.

Post 390 is a great new addition to the Boston restaurant scene. With the two floors and expansive windows, it reminds me of Sel de la Terre. The food kind of reminds me of Sonsie, but better. The cocktails remind me a little of Alibi. Honestly, it's a great fusion of some of my favorite places in the city. There's something to please everyone at Post 390. The complimentary bread served in brown bread bags is a great way to begin a meal. It's crispy on the outside, airy and chewy on the inside. Yum. I've been here a few times and have sampled the scallops, fettucine with shrimp, beer mac and cheese with bacon, and the tuna tartar. The scallops the first time were seared more, so make sure you ask for them "well done" if you are worried about seafood being undercooked. Same with the shrimp in the pasta. The tuna tartar is the stand-out appetizer, and the beer mac and cheese with bacon is fabulous. You can really taste the beer! It's a generous portion, but considering it's so delicious, there's no problem finishing it. I tried the dark chocolate cake for dessert, which is a huge portion. The frosting is yummy, but the cake is extremely dry. If you are chocolate fiend, I would suggest it. If not, pass. Prices are reasonable and service was attentive, considering we were a group of 11 people! Great place for a date, group dining, or anything in between.
(4)
Jackie K.

Great setting and service. Food was good, but nothing special. I had the flatbread pizza and it was very good. My friends said the french onion soup and said it was the best and was the mac n'cheese. My other friend had the crab cakes and grilled oysters and said they were okay. My meal was in between. I would not recommend 390 but if someone were going I would not tell them not to. Also, there are so few vegetarian and/ pescartatian options. Seemed like any seafood you could get was fried. Also, restaurant week is a total rip-off--we didn't even do it and as usual, it's cheaper just to get the food you want and not to the menu unless you wanted the options which seemed blah.
(3)
Nick M.

My wife and I came here one night to check this place out on the recommendation of a colleague of mine. I have this stigma of hotel bars being pretty cheezy, but this one blew away my expectations This does not give off the hotel bar vibe at all -- it's energetic, fun and we were able to get seats at the bar at 9:30-10PM. The beer and drink selection is excellent -- they had a great craft beer selection (Dogfish Head was on tap) and their mixed drink/cocktail/wine list was extensive. I started with a Captain and Coke; my wife started with wine. The coke tasted a little flat; they made me a new one immediately. We got the flatbread pizza to snack on. It was amazing. Definitely hit the spot. We had a few more drinks and then settled up. The bartenders were very attentive and were right there if you needed them, but not on top of you the entire time. Water was given alongside the drinks and refilled a few times -- I definitely appreciate this and tip extra when this happens We'll definitely be heading back to this place soon. If you are in the Back Bay area and looking for a new place to try, stop by Post 390
(4)
Allison B.

I've only been here for drinks, but I'll give 'em 4 stars anyway for the ambience and service. The decor is fairly standard "lounge" - dimly lit, dark wood, sophisticated. The location is great. The prices are a little high, but if you're going there you probably know what you're getting yourself into. I ordered the cheapie glass of wine and the bartender took pity on my cheap-ass and upgraded me. Score!
(4)
Michelle K.

This review is my second attempt. The first time, I went to their preview night and did not enjoy it. I removed my review after an influx of nasty emails. The reason I want/wanted to like Post 390 so much is that I was interested in a condo in the Clarendon, and thought this would be my go-to-place for dinner. So after my horrible dinner that preview night, I returned this weekend. The restaurant is still new so I was fully expecting them to be working out the kinks. The staff are genuinely excited to work at this place, and this is nice to see. Sadly, the food is still not good. The first night I went, my boyfriend ordered oysters and a steak and I got the steak tartare and the scallops. It was the most bland steak tartare, I have ever had and the scallops were overcooked. My boyfriend did not fare much better. He actually used this sentence "I think the steaks at the Palm are better than this one." Okay, so how about this weekend? This time we ordered simpler stuff: the cheeseburger and the grilled ahi tuna salad. Mediocre at best. With the food ranging from mediocre to not-so-good, could this still be a place I could hang out? Probably not. I like the fireplace downstairs, but the bar is strangely positioned behind a glass partition. And they stuffed two rows of bar seating, make it impossible to move around. Also, the upstairs is cheesy. Booths that belong in a pizza joint on part of the room. It also is so brightly lit that you could see a little too well. (Let's be realistic, as I get older I need more dimly lit rooms.) Part of the problem is that Post 390 has an identity crisis. Is it a local hangout or a steak house or a date night location or place to just grab a bite? I have no idea.
(1)
Peter M.

Here it is, short and sweet... Great experience all around. I was about to leave after every course because I didn't think it could get any better. It did. The service was excellent as well... our server Tara was very friendly, down to Earth, and honestly helpful in her suggestions. The oysters were very fresh, as were the scollops. A small detail, but the bread was amazing as well. The atmosphere is buzzing. This isn't your average Boston restaurant. It's more of what you'd expect in NYC or on the west coast... definitely differnet than most places here. They've created a great ambiance, especially on the first floor. Both bar scenes (upstairs and down) were vibrant. I will definitely be going back.
(5)
Danielle M.

This place is fabulous! I understand why it is currently coined as one of Boston's see-and-be-seen spots. Well, I have to admit, that is in part attributed to its fabulous PR campaign. I commented on it to the bartender. The name Post 390 is everywhere right now in the area's lifestyle mags and online outlets. But its popularity is also due to its great design, and large space and capacity ( This place would be fabulous for a large corporate dinner, rehearsal dinner, or holiday event) . I loved its warm orange, chocolate brown, and black color scheme. Its got two floors with oversized windows overlooking Stuart Street, and a bar on both floors. Its a lively atmosphere and a sophisticated ambiance. I went with my friends on Valentines Day to have a fun single girls night, and wasnt as packed as we expected ( there was a large couples crowd, obviously) but it was a Sunday night before the Presidents Day holiday. I had anticipated that we would have a hard time getting seats at or close to the bar, and was happy that we got seats easily at the upstairs bar! Our bartender was attentive to us, but not overly so. He didnt need to give any recommendations on the menu, everything looked great. I wasnt too hungry, so I just got some of the deviled eggs ( simply because I dont' know any other place in Boston that has deviled eggs on the menu. ) They were so cute and well presented- and were more heavy on mustard than mayo. They were a great little snack! My two friends split a caesar salad, and it was served on two plates even though they didnt ask for it, which I thought was nice. I was delighted to see they had my favorite-beer-of-the-month, the Rapscallion Premier Pilsner ( You must try! ) Golden, medium bodied, hearty without too much hoppy-ness. There are only a few places in Boston that offer the Rapscallion right now, so if you see it on draft, take them up on it! Some buzzed-about menu items that I have yet to try: The beer and bacon mac& cheese, the bacon-wrapped meatloaf, fish & chips, and the most enormous kobe hot dog I have ever seen. This place is upscale Boston without being too expensive. Looking forward to going back- I often have visitors from out of town and I will definitely bring them along to a Post 390 night out for dinner or drinks. Awesome new spot.
(5)
Greg W.

Opening night for a new restaurant is like a high wire act. No matter how many dress rehearsals, now its showtime for the kitchen and the staff. Tonight Post 390 has shown that it can hit home runs. There is a extensive selection of beers, a nice wine list and cocktail list that will only get bigger and better with time. The menu includes a raw bar, flat bread pizzas, fish, grilled meats, side dishes & deserts. This is cooking at its best - fresh local ingredients combined into dishes you recognize but that have an extra zing. For a place that seats over 350, you would never know it. The 2 floors are divided up in into different areas so that despite all the square footage, you feel like you are eating in a much more intimate space. The design is a stunning mix of raw steel, wooden beams, glass, leather, stone and some of the best lighting I have ever seen in a restaurant. Oh did I mention the fireplaces? Were there some miss steps tonight? Sure, but they are all fixable. This is going to be a huge hit. Go, so you can tell your friends how fun it is.
(4)
Nicole M.

Went back to Post the other night for a huge group dinner. After checking it out both in the nasty freezing horrendous Boston winter and the hot humid Boston summer, I will say I greatly prefer this place in the winter. It just has that cozy vibe that makes you want to curl up and never want to leave. There were 14 of us, celebrating a friend's dinner. We ended up getting put in a private room upstairs. We felt a little like royalty! I wish I could remember the wines that were ordered for the table - we had multiple bottles of a cabernet sauvignon and a pinot noir. The pinot was superb! For appetizers, we ordered multiples of the following: calamari - I meant to try it but forgot, but heard it was really good crab & spinach dip - WOW I nearly licked the bowl clean some stuff from the raw bar that never made it to my end of the table For entrees, a few people got the cod, one person got the fried chicken, one got fish & chips (man those fries were tasty), and I ended up going simple and comfort with the goat cheese and kalamata olive flatbread with a side of mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes are to die for. I despise sour cream, but holy crap these taters were amazing. My flatbread was good, but there was a tad too much arugula on it. I barely ate 1/4 of it, I was so stuffed. We had a special cake for our birthday friend, and then we pretty much got kicked out of our private room and sent to the bar. All in all, a great spot for a cozy date or a group dinner. Versatile place!
(4)
Dan L.

Had dinner upstairs last night with a large group. After a couple of minor issues that the managers corrected quickly we had a wonderful time. The food and service was wonderful. I order the sirloin and it was amazing. The server and his team really had everything running smoothly for our large party of 17. The only issue ( very minor ) was that when you first enter the restaurant, the hostess do not appear that friendly and do not smile which I find odd in a restaurant to the caliber of Post 390 ( this has been my experience a couple times at Post ). I would still highly reccomend Post 390 for a great lunch or dinner. It is on the pricey side ( $37.00 sirloin ) but worth the experience.
(4)
Sarah S.

I've been here twice and the first time I prob would have rated 4 stars, but this time has put me over the top! Great service and delicious food. Love it.
(5)
Hisham K.

This place looks great. From the moment you walk in, you realize that you might want to wear your sweater over the Grateful Dead t-shirt you've got on, because this place makes you WANT to dress casual chic. Prices are quite reasonable, and while I found the Mac & Cheese to be just plain alright, I was hastily labeled a crazy person by all my other friends who ordered Mac & Cheese and scarfed it down with hardly a breath in between bites. The hot dog was embarrassingly huge. It arrived in a plate sitting in a bun that was a tad too small (think RuPaul in an ultra-mini-skirt), house-made dijon mustard, fries, and garnished with innuendos galore. I think the best thing about this place was the water. They have their own water filtration system, and served it in a clear, clean Natura glass wide-mouth bottle that just looked like it had just jumped out of a magazine ad. It tasted perfect. I had five large glasses of water. Staff is friendly, but our order was always slow to arrive. Drinks shouldn't take half an hour, you know? I can understand that food for a party of 13 would take a while, but step it up with the drinks at least. Oh, by the way, you know how you always want a bite of dessert, but always hesitate because you can never finish that huge hunk of chocolate cake that they plunk down in front of you? Well, order the sliver. It's just the right size.
(3)
Jeremy H.

We had a great time, even though the food seemed to take forever to come out. The fried calamari was not too rubbery, not too greasy, just crispy and flavorful. The shortrib ravioli were also perfectly cooked. The waitress was sweet and kept our water glasses full, and our glasses of wine poured (nice bottle of Jordan cab). Entrees took forever, but it was a busy restaurant, and sometimes that happens. When the St Louis ribs came out---awesome. Granted, I've never had ribs IN ST LOUIS, but I've had ribs at other joints which were St Louis style, and these were the best I've ever had. Fun place, I recommend going there during off-peak time, maybe the food will come out quicker. But then you don't get to people watch.......
(4)
Mark M.

The food is reasonable priced for the area and level of quality. Service was outstanding. The place is HUGE which benefited our party which found a prime table without a reservation during a peak hour. Everything sampled was good. The meatloaf as well as the ribs could serve two. Both outstanding. The crab cakes were a bit heavy on the mayonnaise yet generous with the lump meat. The menu can get pricey, but less expensive options exist as well. AKA 3.50 Miller High Lifes!! Awesome! I think this will be a success with the Copley Square business crowd as well as the locals. Try it out.
(4)
Leah G.

New Year's Eve reservation made for 9pm.... when did we finally get sat? 9:35pm. Now, I've worked in the F&B industry all my life, so I get that when it's busy, especially on NYE, you can't always accommodate people as quickly as you'd like, but the place wasn't even slammed! There were easily 5-6 empty tables in the upstairs dining room. Now the food? The food is DEEEELISH. Bacon-wrapped Scallops with Lobster Succotash? YES PLEASE YES PLEASE YES PLEASE. It was so flavorful (NOT salty), and so fresh. I was a big fan. Deviled Eggs were cutely presented and tasty as well. Our Server didn't acknowledge us until after the Sommelier served us, the busser took our order, and ANOTHER busser served our entrees. There's just no excuse for that. He redeemed himself by taking our wine off our bill, but a "sorry for making you wait" would have been ideal. We will definitely be back, as I think this place is probably a 4 to 5 star establishment any other time of the year.
(3)
Simon G.

A great vibe to this place, good food, fair price and for the most part, good service!
(4)
Sarah S.

I've been using Yelp to help me choose restaurants (and beauty salons, and many other services) for a few years, but this is the first time I've ever written my own review. Post 390 compelled me to write a review because my experience was so great! The ambiance of this place is perfect. It's supposed to be channelling an upscale Aspen ski lodge. I've never been to Aspen, but I loved the cozy and comfortable atmosphere here. The food was excellent. Garlic Lemon Chicken and the daily special (swordfish) were both devoured with abandon...we somehow made room for dessert (I think the dinner was so good that we just had to see how it would be) and the dark chocolate sliver was decadent and not overwhelmingly big, which was exactly what we wanted. The drinks were special as well. I love their selection of beers (both on tap and in the bottle) and the Black and Tan was perfectly made. The staff here was so friendly and welcoming...from the hostess at the front door (she helped us pick a good spot in the restaurant that suited us, AND gave us some menu recommendations) to the server, to the people re-filling our water, I definitely felt like the staff was excited to be here and excited to serve. I can't wait to go back here...I can think of so many different groups of people/reasons that would be a perfect fit for Post 390!
(4)
Michelle H.

I tried Post the 1st week they were open... I went with a group of people and I think we may have tried almost everything on the menu... we were all sharing! Fabulous atmosphere... Great Service... Wonderful Food, I especially liked the menu selections... great job! I think the only thing that didn't go over well was the white clam pizza...totally not what we were expecting. Thanks for the private kitchen tour... what an operation! Can't wait to go back.
(4)
Nara W.

I was really stoked about going to Post 390. People had blogged about it; and even on yelp it has had decent reviews. Much to my dismay, the food looks better than it tastes. With all fairness, when my cousin and I arrived at the restaurant after a long day of travel, all we wanted to do was sit-down and dive into a bunch of mouth-watering options the menu offered. Problem is the menu does not live up to what it boasts. The buffalo wing pot-stickers turned out to be an interesting play on "buffalo wings" where Post substitutes duck for the chicken in an Asian-inspired twist. But, it's just okay. The fried Ipswich clams were a bit too clammy, leaving me with the feeling that we landed in a sub-standard restaurant trying almost too hard to fit into the elevated pub-grub food craze that is taking over the nation. Fast-forward to our entrÃ©es, we settled on the flat-bread pizza of lamb sausage with feta, pickled peppers and mint; and the lobster bolognese--mind you both the suggestions of our less than enthused waiter. The flatbread was just okay-but I was hungry, so I indulged and the lobster bolognese needed some work in the seasoning department. Looking back on the experience, I think if we stuck to pub classics such as the burger, fish-n-chips and perhaps tried the buttermilk fried Cornish hens, we would've been in business and this review would be much more stellar. That being said, the room was nice, the staff friendly, but needs some education on the pros and cons of the menu.
(2)
Jed H.

Very cozy spot, cocktails are quite good. The wine list is unwieldy to handle, and eventually I gave up and ordered a familiar bottle that was unsatisfying. The RW menu was decent, knowng from experience how annoying these things can be. The BBQ of the day fell short for me, however. Ribs were the selection the night my friend and I stopped in. They had good flavor, but needed another hour and a half or so in the smoker. The pit beans were a little underdone as well. I ordered a side of the Mac and Cheese, having seen some very positive reviews on this site. I was told they changed the recipe recently, and no longer do the beer and bacon mac I was hoping for. the new version is OK, but was well under seasoned. The staff was friendly, the amiance was great. I was just hoping for a bit more. Almost frogot, get the whiskey cake for dessert. Warm and delicious!
(3)
Kathryn B.

I have eaten lunch here 4 times this year, twice with clients, twice with friends. The food is always great and so is the service-the girls loved Dante. I even had the Kobe Beef hot dog, I got lots of stares but I know it was because everyone else was envious and wished they had ordered it. I enjoy the flatbreads...especially the goat cheese and olive! And seriously how can you go wrong by splitting a butterscotch sundae with your best girlfriends? Such a keeper!
(4)
Eric W.

We went here for dinner and the dinner was pretty good. I ordered some sort of chicken dish and the flavor was nothing memorable and I didn't eat much of it. We also had some appetizers -- flatbread and pot stickers. There's a real good looking crowd at this place too. The food is just decent -- it's best for the bar experience.
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Nikki I.

Went here with a friend very excited for the new "urban tavern" promoted via DailyCandy. After walking by when they had their VIP parties before they opened with Ferrari's etc being valeted I expected an impressive cuisine and overall experience. Got there after work around 6 and the place was pretty bare, the bar was pretty full. Upon entering it was a bit awkward with the 4 people standing as hosts/hostesses. We were seated by the back of the room in a booth that must be for those who have hot flashes cuz it was SO COLD for the entire dinner, wind blowing relentlessly. I guess that is one take on an Aspen like atmosphere. Our waiter was fine, alittle nervous/awkward but had a good sense of humor. My friend was excited they had beer that she can only find in Western Mass, Steel Rail Ale. The wine list was extensive and wish that I had gone that route, but next time that will be the plan. The Crab/Spinach dip app wasn't very impressive. The bread was good tho. I got the linguine with white shrimp, broccoli rabe and peppers. Sounded amazing, but it lacked flavor, odd when one of the ingredients on the menu for the dish was garlic. My friend ordered the scallops, she liked them, but the sauce with the scallops was really cold and didn't fit with the warmth of the scallops. We didn't venture to a dessert, but someone at the bar had ordered the layer cake which looked amazing. They do offer "slivers" of cake for a cheaper cost which is great and I wanted to try the banana cream pie or the special pies made from local ingredients. I might go again, mostly because my friend was so excited about the beer, but probably I will sit at the bar and won't come with as high expectations as I did before this visit.
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Kunal M.

Ok I'm going to add this place to my list of places to "see and be seen"...the food is not that great nor is the service...but I keep coming back because I enjoy the crowd, the bar, and the location is awesome (right in back bay).
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David P.

This place certainly does have an identity crisis. First, it appears to have all the swank of a nice steakhouse, but the menus are handed out in greasy plastic laminate covering. Some of the wines are way over restaurant market price with others are far below. The service was horrible. It took us 2.5 hours for a party of 4 on a rainy Tuesday to complete dinner (sans dessert and coffee -- we all needed to get home by then). You would expect to have had a 5-course meal in that time. Our waiter forgot to take our entree orders, bread/butter delivered half way through the meal, etc. The food was good, but I have had better in the 15 years I have lived in the Back Bay. We expected a bit more and are not in any rush to go back.
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Jay W.

I was with my neighbor and some friends and we went to the bar to grab some drinks. I did not eat here so this is only for the bar. I have to say the decor is really nice. They did a great job with the interior. The fireplace is a nice touch but that's sorta where it ends. I ordered a drink off of the cocktail menu and it was extra watery. I was a little disappointed and hoped it was a fluke so I ordered another and it was just as bad. Unfortunately the decor doesn't make up for having really weak drinks. I probably won't be going back.
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Lindsay D.

After reading quite a few negative reviews of Post 390, I think I need to chime in as I have had only positive experiences. I've been to Post 390 about four times for drinks, once for brunch, twice for dinner and once for dessert and have been pleased with all my experiences. The atmosphere is perfect for an after-work drink. It's really relaxing and laid back and I think the prices are extremely fair considering the neighborhood. All the meals I've had at Post were solidly good. Nothing absolutely spectacular, but good, satisfying comfort foods with a twist. The flatbread pizzas are really, really delicious. I also enjoyed the fried clams and a swordfish special I had this past weekend. The first time I dined at Post I had a pasta dish that was just okay- definitely not the best pasta in the world. Again, I think the food prices are fair, especially considering the neighborhood and atmosphere. If you go to Post 390 with an open-mind for a relaxing, good meal you will not be disappointed.
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David H.

Post 390 located at the corner of Clarendon and Stuart (formal location of the US Postal Service). It is operated by Himmel Hospitality Group which also owns Grill 23, Harvest in Cambridge and former Excelsior which is now closed. The restaurant is on two floors with a large bar. It's decor is modern with high ceilings and it's design is a cross of Landmarc Restaurant (in Time Warner Center, New York - a Kenneth Himmel, CEO of Related Urban Development project) and a Houston's Restaurant particularly the Santa Monica, CA location. It is comfortable and casual but upscale all the same time. Nice fireplaces and nice selection of wines nicely priced. Executive Chef Eric Brennan (from Excelsior and Harvest) has done a great job with the menu. It is all about comfort food with a twist and a variety of flat bread pizzas. During my three visits I have had the burger, several flat bread pizzas, lobster roll, pot stickers, oysters, fried oysters, fried clams, crab cakes, Kobe Beef Hot Dogs which were all good. It is great for social gathering, date or just a quick bite. Valet, garage, and street parking are all options for your vehicle.
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Frank T.

Bad table. Came for dessert and seated in the bar area downstairs. Air-conditioner dripped on one of our group. Desserts were good but not great.
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Kristina F.

I really liked it here. Comfort food done amazingly well. Fried chicken was sooo good. And they had deviled eggs! I feel like it was a bit too fancy of decor, but food was really good. Nice wine selection too. A bit of a meat market. Lots of dudes. Would be good for a client dinner too. I think they have a cool fireplace or something? Bar is long and thin, but there's a decent bar lounge area. We ate upstairs.
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Tom D.

Great ambiance (the fireplace is a nice touch), good drinks, friendly staff. I came here for drinks and a few appetizers, not dinner, so I can't give a review of the food (although their kalamata olive and goat cheese flatbread was very tasty). A really good place to get drinks with friends, and I look forward to coming back sometime for dinner.
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Katie F.

After receiving a "seared" tuna steak that was cooked about halfway through, I knew the waiter wasn't exactly knowledgeable about what was on his menu - or how tuna is traditionally prepared. Even if he had already known how the dish would be served, he never bothered to tell me. Naturally, of course, the fish came out medium, was not fresh, and sat cold completely saturated in beet juice..a side of beets with Ahi? What? To top it all off, my boyfriend didn't even get the meal he ordered. Instead of rigatoni, he got COD. To compensate for my tuna, our waiter plugged an appetizer SALAD. Worst part? Aside from the fake, overpriced "fancy" food, not ONE employee offered to adjust our bill or apologize..it was me who had to ask for the discount. Verdict? Slow service start to finish, under-trained staff, poor management leadership and totally overpriced. Stick to a menu that can consistently deliver no matter what.
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Heather G.

This review is for drinks and ambience only. I have not had the food here in any material capacity, but I have been for work parties and drinks more than once. The downstairs bar gets extremely loud, crowded, and filled with sloppy, drunk business men on a Thursday night after 11, but that is to be expected. Not the restaurant's fault. The upstairs is *very* nice - the fireplace in the back is cozy and I would go back just to sit by the fire and have dinner. As I have only eaten here for light apps at a party, I cannot really speak to the specific items, but each offering was tasty and satisfying, and the cheesecake dessert is decadent, sweet, but delicious. I will go back and update after having a meal, but it's an A-OK place to hang out after work and have some apps.
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John K.

We hosted clients there for a holiday gathering. The waitstaff were really friendly and always available, yet you never got the feeling they were hovering. Passed apps were delicious (you've GOT to try the mac & cheese balls......Everyone's selection of starters and entrees were nicely presented and delicious. Those who had the "ice cream sundae" dessert weren't disappointed. I had the creme brulee, and found it more like a pudding than a custard. Not the best I've ever had. Great atmosphere, and a good location especially if you're looking for someplace pre (or post) Theater. I definately would recommend it, and return!
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Kyle D.

The hits just keep on coming with this place. I had the lobster roll with coleslaw, and it was absolutely righteous. The lobster roll was big. It was toasted perfectly and the roll was not soggy at all. It had large chunks of delicious lobster fresh from the sea. At 23 and change for the lobster and coleslaw together, it was great food at a decent price. I had the deviled eggs to start with, and I can say the same about them too. I have been noticing lately that this place has some great seafood items. As usual, the service was spectacular.
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Meghan M.

Several months ago, I was super excited to walk past a construction project near my office building and to see that a new bar and restaurant would be coming into the neighborhood. I work in the Back Bay area of Boston, and while it is centrally located, we often have a hard time deciding where to go for drinks or dinner after work. A new place would definitely be welcome. And when I found out said place had a fireplace, I was sold. Where my husband is from in Ireland, just about every bar, restaurant, pub, even many cafes, have fireplaces, and while they definitely need it with the raw weather that they get, so do we! Post 390 gets two thumbs up for that alone. The decor is just my style, dark woods, wide open spaces, a long bar, floor to ceiling windows, and of course the fireplace. It is called an "urban tavern", and it definitely has that feel, very comfy, understated, but still chic. We arrived just after work so it was early, and we were given a choice of sitting upstairs or downstairs. Since it was our first time dining here, we had no choice, and the hostess seated us by the windows overlooking Stuart Street on the first floor. Our server, Ben, was friendly and attentive. He dropped our menus off and gave us some time to look over the wine, beer, and cocktail lists. Post 390 has an extensive beer and wine list with wine and beer from all over the world. I chose a glass of Laetitia Pinot Noir, and it was an excellent choice. A dark ruby color, and a nose of dark berries, it was smooth and warming, a nice contrast to the blustery, dark-too-early evening outside. While we waited for our meals, we were brought a little paper bag with a hot, house made baguette and a little dish of butter. Apparently a lot of things are house made at Post 390. They have a smoker to make their own bacon, smoke salt for cocktail glasses, and to make smoked salmon and chicken among other things. They also filter Boston water and serve it in sterilized bottles. The bread was crusty and delicious. We finished it off quickly. For my entree, I ordered the native sea scallops with succotash and hubs got the fish and chips with house made chipotle ketchup and bay shrimp tartar sauce. My scallops were a little overcooked for my liking, but they had great flavor. The succotash was outstanding! I normally expect this to be on the bland side, but it was so flavorful with fresh corn, lima beans, and potatoes. I ate every last bit of it. The fish and chips dish was incredible, especially the tartar sauce which had chopped shrimp mixed into it. The chipotle ketchup was smoky with a good level of spice, perfect for the well done, skin on chips. We were pretty full by the time our entrees were done, but we still took a peek at the dessert menu. Post 390 makes their own root beer for root beer floats, and I definitely want to try that next time. We opted for a butterscotch sundae which came with fresh whipped cream, chopped peanuts, and creamy vanilla ice cream. The butterscotch was served on the side, warm, in a little pitcher. It was sooooo good! Buttery with that almost burnt sugar taste, warm enough to slightly melt the ice cream so that it blended deliciously with the butterscotch. And not so bad by itself Overall, Post 390 is off to a great start with excellent service and food. I am pretty sure that it will become a standard after work drinks spot for me and my colleagues, and with winter right around the corner, it has perfect timing. For photos please check out traveleatlove.wordpress.â€¦ :)
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Lamar T.

OK, I'm giving this place 5 stars because I probably won't go back anytime soon and I received top notch service and the food and drinks were excellent. Shout out to Steve, the bartender upstairs for being a damn good bartender. I found this place on Thrillest.com , if you aren't familiar with this website, get familiar. I went to 2 new and jumping places during my first night here. So, on to Post 390, once you walk in...if you don't say wow once you come out of the revolving door, you probably need to jump back in and walk out. This place is huge and pop'n. The bar downstairs was slammed and there was a wait for a table, but I just couldn't bring myself to not stay for a drink at least. I was rolling solo and I'm from Atlanta, but this place was welcoming even to a first time visitor to Boston. The hostess was slammed, but she managed to answer my questions about the rest of the restaurant. I rolled upstairs to check out the bar up there and to my surprise, it was just as crowded as the bar downstairs. I grabbed a beer and chilled until a bar stool opened up...that worked. Dinner was good, crab cakes, cole slaw, grilled asparagus and a nice white wine to wash it down. Everything was fresh and tasty. The gentleman that I sat next to had the special...Halibut, looked good too. Very good wine list, you won't get lost in it...that's the mark of a solid wine list for me. Beer...the have you covered. Any resturant or bar that carries Dogfish Head, is iight with me. This restaurant compares to any other urban, hip restaurant that I've been to in any other city. I can see this place in Midtown ATL...think Ecco, but only Post 390 is 2 floors, think some restaurant in the Height in San Fran...Brickel in MIA. Highly recommend this place for anyone, jeans, slacks, blazer...you're welcome. The crowd was of all ages, but definitely mature. The prices are good and the service is even better.
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Melissa P.

Brace yourself for the absurdly rude doorman and scatterbrained hostesses, regardless of whether or not you are there with a reservation. Once you get inside and seated at a table, preferably upstairs where it's a bit calmer and quieter, it's actually totally worth it. I love the menu--a perfect balance of unique comfort food (dishes like succotash and deviled eggs as sides were welcome surprises to us) and classic dishes like steak and chicken. It really is a place where everyone can find something they'll enjoy. Just make sure you've got your game face on as you approach the door. Post 390 has taken Back Bay by storm.
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Angela C.

I have been to Post 390 numerous times and the food is average. Great place to meet for drinks but skip the food. The last meal I had there was the Hake. I wanted something light and the waitress told me it was flakey and delicious... it was dry and rubbery much like eating grilled calamari. It was definitely overcooked. My friend ordered the steak salad, which I have had before and it will continue to me my choice if I return for dinner. Overall, Post 390 is a fun place to meet friends for drinks but if you decide to have dinner, avoid the fish.
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Maria V.

Ugh. If I have one pet peeve in life, it's very mediocre food being sold for way more than it's worth. It's rare that I don't devour most of my meal in a restaurant, but food at Post 390 was underwhelming at best and most of it stayed on my plate. Drinks were decent, my slightly dirty martini well-balanced, and my friend's kir royale sweet and bubbly (but $18. Come on, Post 390! Unless you're using Dom and Cristal, this is what they call being greedy). I ordered a salad, and it was soaking in dressing, completely lacking crunch, with way to much acidity. Next, I got the smoked salmon, which was too salty, and tasted like it sat in the back of a fridge for a couple of weeks. The deviled duck egg that I ordered on the side had a perfumey taste due to the chef being heavy-handed with the truffle oil, completely inedible. It also didn't help that it was very cold and had a hard texture due to being pulled right out of the fridge, after sitting there for God know how long. My friend had the lobster schnitzel, which was good, but too heavy for me. Final thought: if your entrees are in the $30's, maybe lay out some tablecloths, so you don't look like a slightly more urban Cheesecake Factory?
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Charles F.

Post 390, one of Boston's newest dining experiences, boasts an impressive location at the foot of the John Hancock Tower. Sitting on the corner of Stuart and Clarendon, it allows easy access to Copley, Newbury Street, and Tremont's Theatre District. Declaring itself as "Boston's first urban tavern," Post 390 seems to have hit the nail on the head as far as aesthetics go. The restaurant projects a very young and vivacious feel through its contemporary, Pollock-like art hanging on the walls and the laid-back electro/pop-rock playing overhead, which can barely be heard over the scores of clashing and lively conversations. Simultaneously, the brick walls, lazy fireplaces, and nostalgic leather upholstery bring a homely, and comforting flavor. Enjoy some of the restaurant's own sparkling water made in-house (with free refills) while the meal is being prepared. Bread eventually makes its way to the table. Of course, presented on a sleek and new age designed art deco plate, right? No--in a brown paper bag. Seeing double-digit numbers beginning with a 2 on some of the menu items, and then seeing the bread in a bag that looks like it should be holding your fluffernutter sandwich in a Ziploc is confusing, and may bring a slight chuckle. Just another way the restaurant portrays its attempt at being pleasant and cozy--as if mom is out back preparing your dinner. One of the appetizers (and one of the better dishes) at Post 390 is the Crab and Spinach Dip ($8). Presented in a large bowl, with a small Dutch oven holding the dip itself, the dip is served with pita chips and baguette. The dip is baked to create a fine crust of crumbs and onion slices that lays over the creamy spinach dip. The salty crab flavor compliments the spicy pita bread chips very appealingly. The House Salad ($8) with goat cheese and citrus poppyseed dressing could have been made by just about anyone with a kitchen and a head of lettuce. Here, the concept of beauty in simplicity falls flat after realizing you just spent eight dollars on lettuce leaves and a few crumbs of cheese. The service is slow, presumably to allow for socializing--no one is in a rush to get going, and the pace of the meal follows suit. The main course leisurely makes its anticipated appearance at the table after some time. One of the restaurant's greater characteristics is the table lighting, the source of which is found in small spotlights placed up in the high ceiling. It highlights the meal's presentation as if your dining experience were a Broadway--or better yet, a Tremont St.--show, your table as its stage. In sticking with the new-take-on-traditional-American feel, the menu presents a number of familiar entrÃ©e choices. A meal that ought to be recognizable to anyone who has ever been a child to an American mother is meatloaf, translated here as "Marian's Meatloaf" ($17). Said to be a take on the chef's grandmother's recipe, "Marian's" description in the menu is simple, as all the menu descriptions are: "ham and fontina / marsala sauce." Whatever refinements that were made to Marian's traditional recipe ought to be reconsidered. The meatloaf--or "meatbrick" is it may be called, due to its dense and tough consistency--was remarkably lacking any kind of distinct flavor, and salt and pepper were quickly called in for backup. The mashed potatoes, a staple side dish to any meatloaf meal, were at room temperature. Unfortunately, this potentially wonderful dish proved anticlimactic, and an overall disappointment. Luckily, the Jumbo Lump and Maine Crab Cakes ($22) can come to the rescue. Served with a delicious Rhode Island tartar sauce, this entrÃ©e makes the fresh quality of the shellfish very obvious, and very welcomingly matches its appetizing appearance with its savory flavor. The meal can be wrapped up with a large slice of Carrot Cake ($6.50), which proudly displays a supermarket-style frosting carrot garnish on top, but is actually quite delicious. Other desserts include CrÃ¨me Brulee ($6.50), Rootbeer Float ($4.50)--the restaurant's own brew, and for those looking for just a little something, a Sliver of Dark Chocolate Cake ($3). As a hip and refined place for drinks and socializing, Post 390 appears to have succeeded even at day one. As an upscale, expensive dining experience, the restaurant does not perform so well. Take a group of friends out for some drinks at their trendy bar on a weekend night and you are bound to have a great time. However, if you are looking for a rare ritzy dining experience as a college student, save the money for true fine dining. Their menus is said to be ever-changing on their website, so hopefully better experiences are in store in the future. All in all, great layout and atmosphere, and bar. The food, on the other hand, needs to catch up. This review was made shortly after the restaurant's opening, so I hope it just needed to move through some growing pains to settle in.
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Nicky B.

I went here for a friend's birthday. We had about 15 people and they set us up in a small room upstairs. The atmosphere that the wooden, low lighted area gave for a private party was perfect. Our waiter was awesome and when I told him what I was looking for in a drink, he gave me options and suggestions and basically created a drink just for me, which was impressive considering he had such a big group (and full of girls ordering martini-like drinks, I should add). Other people ordered drinks off the menu, and everyone seemed to be pretty happy with their orders. Now the food....I was pretty disappointed. My friend and I got the mac n cheese (with bacon, it sounded so good on the menu, and seemed like something that would coat the stomach well before a night of drinking). Neither of us were impressed. In fact, I didn't even finish mine because it was so dry and seemed overcooked. Side note, I will ALWAYS finish a plate of gooey, cheesy, bacon-y goodness. My other friend got the steak, and he was pretty disappointed as well. The food lacked creativity, flair, and uhh flavor. Overall, I'm going to give it 3 stars because I really enjoyed dinner, although more for the atmosphere, drinks and friends and less for the dinner part (which some say is a big part of it - haha). I don't live in Boston, so I suppose I'll probably never go back to give it a second try.
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Dasha B.

I had the crab and avocado salad here for lunch. A generous serving of fresh tasting lump crab (nothing added) sits atop a few crunch red lettuce leaves. It's topped with some marinated (?) red onions and some drops of smoked paprika dressing. Segments of red grapefruit and avocado lie alongside the crab. The dish is light and satisfying, and I loved that the dressing was dotted on, not slathered all over. I did have to ask our waiter for bread, but once it arrived in its brown paper bag, I relished the crusty on the outside, doughy on the inside baguette with sea salt on top. Decor -- as some others have mentioned, this is probably cozier on a winter night with many more people inside. Nevertheless, I had a pleasant dining experience.
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Maria B.

Went upstairs to the bar last night at Post and sat there with two of my girlfriends, and my boyfriend. My girl friend and I both ordered drinks. The bartender made them fairly quickly however instead of asking us how we'd like to pay (ie: "Do you want to open a tab?" or "Is this separate or together?"), he snatches the $20 bill from my friends hand, completely disregards my outstretched hand holding my credit card, rings us up for both drinks and when he comes back he said "oh.... I didn't realize you wanted to pay separately". Great job. That irked me. That being said, my Black Russian was well made and pretty delicious. One of the best I've had. But the bar was pretty empty and boring and I only stayed long enough to finish my drink. I don't have any desire to go back there anytime soon.
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Taz S.

Called, made lunch reservation, asked for quiet table for mtg. NP. And got it. Food and service perfect, sadly I had no time for the banana cream pie which is outrageously good! I've eaten here before just never got around to writing review. Today was really above and beyond. Steak salad was perfect, steak cooked just right, salad not over dressed. Lunchmates plates were clean as well and service was professional.
(5)
Daniel C.

The staff at this restaurant nixed our enjoyment of the meal by falsely accusing my friend visiting from NYC of drunkenness. Mind You, they let us order appetizers first and only refused us service AFTER we perused the wine list. Zero for service. Zero for class. Who knows about the food? The asst. mgr decided we weren't appropriate for "her" restaurant. Avoid at all costs unless you are a Boston snob. May the establishment go bankrupt within the year.
(1)
Cam S.

This place is phenomenal, love the menu and the ambience. It's very busy but when I can get a reservation I love coming here.
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Caesar R.

This spot was happening last night in the back bay. Drove through some pretty fun traffic (Sarcastically speaking of course) all the way from New York to start our holiday weekend. Our 6 hour driving trip landed us on this door step, which was pretty much a great way to end the evening. We ordered some food from the vast menu. We got the shell fish tower, which the menu says serves 2-4, but honestly, I would say 1-2 if at best. The green goddess dressing, mignonette and cocktail sauce (super spicy, but really good. The kind that clears your stuffed sinuses) all accompany the 1 lobster tail, tiny bit of bay scallop ceviche, 4 oysters and 4 shrimp. But everything tasted super fresh. We also got the beer and bacon mac and cheese with the crispy shallots. The stuff was good, not amazing as it lacked the main ingredient of cheese (In this case they use 3 types) to attain a gooeyness that I like. But nonetheless, combining beer, bacon and cheese, pretty much sums up my 3 major food groups so I was happy. We didn't like the duck pot stickers. They were limp and flavorless. The space is amazing with two levels and an open kitchen on the second floor. The place is warm and inviting without being overly rustic, but keeps that quality. The space is decorated well. The chandelier over the staircase, which the fiance noticed was pretty impressive. Well done Post 390 And honestly, the service deserves 5 stars. The servers were friendly and helpful. Another server jumped in to help out our server since he was busy at another table. That was really nice to see and deserves honorable mention!
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Thuy L.

It's about time Back Bay got another lounge-y restaurant. This place is really laid back and chill. I came here with a group of friends and upon arrival, I noticed a line outside: thus the reduced star. Why be pretentious and have a line wait, when there are obviously not enough people to fill both floors to maximum capacity? I really have never gotten the line thing...but I guess they have to create some kind of image right? The open fireplace is pretty awesome (especially considering how cold it was last night). The second floor is primarily dining but I think I did see a bar up there as well. The drinks were good, the wait staff was awesome and very nice. I ordered a "dirty water" because I really like Hendricks gin but i wasn't sure about the other stuff that was in it, including orange bitters, brown simple sugar syrup (or something to that effect). Anyhow, the waiter came back the first time with the drink and I managed to get a few sips down but eventually started gagging. The second time around, he got rid of the orange bitters, but it was completely undrinkable. So I just sent it back and got my tried and true dirty martini. I didn't get a chance to try their bar menu but it looked really good. Their mac n'cheese looked awesome. I just ordered a side of fries...which were a little too greasy and soggy for my taste.
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Steven S.

I'm giving two stars - only because other times I have been here its been great. However, tonight was a horrible experience. I love trying different items in the menu because its always changing, so tonight I tried the grilled mahi mahi with beer battered shrimp. The mahi was OK, but when I tried eating the shrimp I realized it hasn't been deveined. The waitress never came over to check on us, so it wasn't until we had finished eating that I had to tell her the shrimp hadn't been deveined (she never asked how the meal was). She clearly didn't understand what that meant, because she said "ok! Ill let the kitchen know!" And then dropped off our check. Needless to say, I am very disappointed with Post and won't be returning anytime soon, which is especially disappointing since I work next door.
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Sandy B.

Had dinner here last night and enjoyed the whole experience. Lively bar atmosphere, that was crowded but not in an uncomfortable way. The upstairs dining room has lovely views with big windows looking out on Clarendon and Stuart streets. There's also a smaller bar area upstairs. Our server, Elijah, delivered superb service and was able to describe the food and drink menu, and comment with fine detail on cooking methods. That was especially fun for foodies like us. We shared oysters (several varieties from which to choose--we went with New Brunswick) and a spicy tuna poke appetizer that was as pretty as it was tasty. We also shared a chicken entree which was brined and so juicy, served on a potato puree with spinach. Others have commented on the great selection of cocktails, wines and beers, and we agree. Post 390 is high up on our top 10 list of Boston restaurants as we continue our dining adventures in 2014!
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Bret C.

I love Grill 23 and when I heard that the group was going to open another restaurant, I was READY! This place gives an awesome first impression. A big fireplace and neat atmosphere spread across two floors in a really modern, new space. Everyone that works there was very nice despite the fact that it was packed. The menu is strong with some basics like a huge burger ($15 - too expensive) and grilled flatbread pizzas ($12 - fair), but also some other things like steak, fish, ravioli, and smoked ribs are there as well. Decent - not outstanding. Middle-age crowd after work on the weeknights and weekends. But I'll definitely be back... Oh, and why is it called Post 390? A post office was formerly in this location! Tell your friends for a good trivia question hahaha
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Sho B.

This place is JAM PACKED during dinner time on the weekends so get your reservations. You can snag a table around the lounge/bar if you say you're ordering food but you gotta throw some elbows to get there. Food is good, affordable, and the experience is AWESOME if you make a reservation... about 3 days in advance! The hype may die down a bit after the new year though. Give it a shot!
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Emma S.

Solid experience, but lacking anything really interesting. The arugula salad was very nice, and the oysters were good. We split these sweet biscuits with a jalapeno jam, which were to die-for! However, the restaurant was so freezing that it was hard to really remember anything else. Service was acceptable. I would not make a special trip back, although the restaurant certainly is pretty.
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Whytnee B.

I liked this place a lot. I had an aviation and the burger, and I would recommend both. My date ordered the fried chicken and the Dirty Water cocktail. He enjoyed both. Service was good, especially considering how busy it was. The tables were a little too close for comfort, but I was happy with the dim lighting (we all look better in dim lighting). I am inclined to compare this place to Eastern Standard, between drinks and food. New American, standard fare, and very satisfying. I love love ES, mostly cause their service is out of this world. And unfortunately for Post 390, they do they same thing at a more reasonable price. But if I'm in the neighborhood and am jonesing for upscale drinks and comfort food, I just may be back.
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Dev C.

just meh. had the cinnamon roll french toast and it was rather underwhelming thought the banana foster side was yummy.
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L. Q.

Magnificent setting. Magnificent first impression. Magnificent bar. Magnificent bar staff. Once seated for dinner, my hosts appeared to have extremely tasty meat dishes that they enjoyed greatly. Me being vegan, however, meant there was virtually nothing for me on the dinner menu, and the vegetables I was able to order were, honestly, dull and uncreative. But after a few drinks, who cared? It was a corner window, looking out on the street, on a snowy evening, in among the most interesting and pitch-perfect rooms a restaurant could want to offer its guests. I would gladly re-visit Post 360.
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Andrea S.

During the blizzard of October 18th (ugh), I ventured over to Post 390 to warm my bones with brunch. The view of the storm was fantastic through the wall of windows on the second floor. My dining companion was totally mesmerized. I sat facing the bar, and the one tasteful TV. I wasn't as close to the fireplace as I would have liked on that cold day, but it was also a lovely addition to the decor. I ordered the baked egg dish, served over vegetables. The eggs were great as was the bread that accompanied it. The vegetables were very heavy on peppers, not my favorite. The burger smelled great and the fries were fantastic, delicate and fresh tasting. The meal pleased my VERY picky friend, so kudos to you on that front, Post. Brunch bevvies (mimosas, bellinis, and bloody mary's) will set you back $10 or $11. Steep but standard for the area. I'm excited to try this place as just a bar on the downstairs level. It seems like a very cozy place to fight off a cold night, with the warm decor, fireplaces and dark wood. All I need is a hot toddy in hand.
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n t.

Went to Post 390 with a friend on Saturday night - without a reservation (yes, it was before 6:00!) the staff greeted us with heartfelt enthusiasm and showed us to a table downstairs - we immediately realized it might be too loud as we were near the bar - so we asked to have a table upstairs. They were completely happy to oblige. So far, I really liked this place! We settled into a nice table for two with a few of the Back Bay - very comfy. Our waiter (sorry I don't know his name) was great! he was attentive, but did not hover, had a great sense of humor. He generally seemed to enjoy catering to us - two old broads! We skipped the appetizers - had a fabulous bottle of red wine and we each had the fish and chips sandwich - I wasn't expecting to - but for some reason it really appealed - even though there was a great deal to choose from on the menu - Hands down the best fish and chips combo I ever had! there was a little bit of hot in the fish batter - the fish was perfectly cooked - steaming hot. flakey to perfection. We saved room for dessert - and while my friend had (what I thought) was a boring hot fudge sundae - I ordered the carrot cake - with a burnt orange carmel sauce (and yes, our waiter brought more on the side!) It was incredible! The carrot cake was several layers of sweet rich carrots - no nuts - and a citrus infused cream cheese frosting - out of this world - I wish we could have finished it but alas - it was not to be! As we left the restaurant we had farewells from several of the waitstaff and hostess - it was a truly enjoyable early bird experience and I cannot wait to go back.
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CeeCee R.

Decided to go to Post 390 randomly just to try out for a quick dinner. First Impression Really cool interior and love the ambiance. The hostesses sat us immediately and we did not have a reservation. Food Crab and Spinach Dip, the dip was really good. A bit on the richer side and there is a little kick to the dip. House Salad with Goat Cheese, it was a hard salad to eat. There were lots of greens that were not bite size. It is wise to cut up the grees prior to eating them. The dressing were a bit on the acidic level for me. Fries with Chipotle Ketchup, it was pretty blah. Was not crunchy and it was probably a little undercooked to my liking. Margherita Flat Bread was pretty good but it was not that great. I like the fact that it is a thin pizza. Service The fact that we were in and out of the restaurant in an hour, that was a plus. Service were very good. Even though their food were sub par. I may give them a second chance in the future since service was fantastic.
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Ashla D.

Yeah, Id say Im a fan. Service was excellent. Food was excellent. Decor--could be improved, but overall a great dining experience. Cant wait to go back when its snowing outside--peer out the floor-to-ceiling windows and stand (hopefully sit) by the fireplace! Food I had the Ravioli, which was really good. Instead of serving a bunch of little raviolis with a little bit of stuffing, Post390's Ravioli was served as three large ones, totally stuffed with filling. They were great! My bf had the fish special (cant remember the fish) but he said it was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Decor My bf and I sat in the first floor dining room, which has floor to ceiling windows. There's also a fireplace in the middle of the dining room, which made it cozy. Giving that the second floor dining room is an exact replica of the first, I would have loved to have seen couches or something around the fireplace, for people waiting to be sat, or people having drinks at the bar. It would have made it more cozy and more unique. Get on it Post!
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Emily R.

Post 390 was a good deviation from the norm. We sat at the bar and loved the wine selection. I had the lamb sausage flatbread and my friend had the wedge salad. The appetizers are the same price as the rest of the menu so we just got whatever we felt like. The aps didn't seem like good things to share anyway. The flatbread was really good...toasty, only a little spicy, but the feta was a great touch. Our bartender was great. He chatted with my friend until I arrived and definitely made her feel comfortable sitting there alone. He even put a glass there to save me a seat! wow!
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Tim J.

Post 390 is worth going to for the duck potstickers alone. This appetizer was flat out amazing. All of the other stuff was good too, but these potstickers made me write this review. The service was friendly, attentive, and swift. This was fairly surprising given the size of the place. Not only were there hundreds of people there on a busy Thursday night, but there was a private event going on. The bar was also packed. When I first walked in my expectations lowered a bit. While the design was very well done, I didn't expect a place so massive. But I was wrong - they are able to pull off a great restaurant even with serving so many people. I've only gone once but I will be going back. They also had my favorite vodka, Hangar One Mandarin. Take into account that I had 3 of those before desert.
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mila t.

Overpriced for medioce food and casual almost careless service. Save your money. Have a drink at the bar and eat somewhere else.
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Erica C.

Went there for dinner with friends. Everything was good. I shared the calamari, crab cakes, goat cheese flat bread, and spring salad. Lots of food! Everything was good, but nothing really stands out now that I am writing this. Fun atmosphere though.
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Jackie S.

Went here with a small group. The drink menu is nothing special which is a little disappointing. I got one of the flatbreads and it was decent enough. It seemed to me that it was more of a place to see and be seen, which is not really my ideal setting.
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Keith S.

a group of us (large group) went to Post 390 as part of a conference. Boston has restaurant week this week so we were able to take advantage of the special pricing. The special menu include a choice of three appetizers, three entrees and two desserts. My party of six divided up so we could see and taste everything. This restaurant did a great job. Service was excellent, the food was incredible. I had the raw bar sampler and it was presented well and the condiments were fresh and spicy. The entree I had was fresh flounder with a componata on top. Excellent -almost like a gardineira. The dessert was banana split style dessert with bruleed bananas and ice cream on top. If you can take advantage of restaurant week- by all means stop at this place. The atmosphere is dark wood and has a New York masculine kind of feel. We sat next to the fire place and I enjoyed the relaxing qualities of the place. If you go here- whether or not its restaurant week- you won't be disappointed.
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Keylla C.

Very nice build out! I love the painting on the wall! A great new addition to the Boston scene. I was expecting a little more up scale menu, but it was good. The wine list is huge and I don't understand that much about wine, so I picked a wine that I've had before. I was not lucky; maybe the year was not a good "grape year", the wine didn't taste good. So I definitely removed Barbera D'Alba 2007 from my wine list. I'll be back to the Post 390 for sure.
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Luke P.

This is more like a 3.5 star review. I really enjoy the atmosphere. The upstairs dinning area is very spacious, has great lighting, nice tables, and really is a good mix between homey/comfortable and stylish. The drinks are great with a very respectable draught beer list, e.g. Stone IPA. The menu is decent with a mix of upscale American/bar food - it would be nice to a have a bit more of a selection though. I love the sourdough bread they give you to start. All the entrees are a respectable portion size and have always tasted good. I usually indulge in whatever barbeque/smoked meat they have for the day. My biggest gripe and the reason for not giving this place 4 stars is that it's simply overpriced for what you're getting. Most of the entrees are over $20 when I think they should be in the $12-$20 range. I understand it's trying to be more upscale, but the style of food served is too "comfortable" and doesn't really seem to be an appropriate match for the prices. I still enjoy the place though and always have a good meal, although in the future, I may make more of an effort to only utilize the bar.
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AK D.

Bar gets a 5: Awesome decore, great scene, very busy and fun bar, packed with good looking late 20's and 30-somethings. Food needs serious work, gets a 2 or 3.
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Catherine A.

3.5 i went here w/four of my friends on a lazy wednesday afternoon. we ended up getting there before the dinner menu started so we had the opportunity to order from both the bar and dinner menus. bar: spinach & artichoke dip w/pita chips then the margarita flat bread pizza to follow. for dinner we ordered a mixture of salads and fish sandwiches. ambiance and service were wonderful, like the set up w/the floor to ceiling windows. food was good but not exceptional. i'd eat here again but i wouldn't make it an effort to go back. only dish i didn't like was the flat bread pizza -- the crust was soggy.
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Kelly B.

I went here after seeing a show at the Lyric Stage. You can't ask for a better location as far as post show venues go, and it was due to that, and being with a different group of friends than before, we decided to give it a go. The fireplace was going, and we were seated downstairs at one of the hightops. We ran the gamut of beverages, from the Cre'Old Fashioned, and Lossen Mai-Tai to the Sangria, we all loved our choices. I tried them all, and while I love the Loosen Mai-Tai - the Cre'Old Fashioned was downright delicious. We shared the rest of our order, just a few apps, the tavern fries, pate melt, and quesadilla. This was like gourmet comfort food. It hit the spot very well, and we left happy campers. I think we would have stayed if we weren't heading to meet others from the show elsewhere, but it was a good take and I'd go back. Overall, I was more impressed than I had been before - though we were not there for dinner. Our server seemed to care about our order, and was attentive, but not overly so. He helped make this place an option again if I'm in the area.
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Andrew J.

We were meeting up here with friends and brought our 1 year old son as we were told this was "like a pub". They were mistaken, this place is nice and pretty hip. The hostess and servers were really nice and accommodated us all really well. We ended up getting appetizers and sides and were pleasantly full when leaving. Perhaps the best thing we had was some of the steak and fries from the kids meal, it was the best kids meal I've ever seen, and it came with ice cream (which we all split). Thanks to the servers who picked up the napkin that my son kept insisting belonged on the floor.
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Sarah C.

I went to Post 390 last night to meet up with a friend for dinner and drinks. I love the location because it is right behind my work. You can tell that people all crowd in here after work. It's very spacious as it has an upstairs and downstairs. They also have a great fireplace too near the middle of the restaurant. Right when you walk in, you are greeted by the hosts and they were friendly. Once my friend arrived, we were immediately seated on the first floor near the bar. Our waiter was very friendly and was patient with us as we decided on our drinks and food for the night. We both had a glass of the Malbec. The place started to get really crowded around 7:00pm. I ordered the skirt steak, medium and instead of the fries I asked for spinach which they were glad to change for me. My friend ordered the steak tartar and baked mac and cheese but with no tasso (ham). I enjoyed my steak and it was cooked perfectly. I was not a fan of the spicy tomato ketchup but that was fine. I liked my steak the way it was with whatever seasoning they added to it, which was probably just salt and pepper. The garlicky spinach was a nice side dish to have with my steak. My friend also enjoyed both of her plates as well. We also had their drunken warm spice cake with chocolate/caramel with vanilla ice cream for dessert. It was the perfect ending to our meal. We were both satisfied with our meals. The place gets a little loud but it's not too bad. Our waiter was attentive but not annoying. We had either the restaurant manager or supervisor stop at our table a couple of times to check to make sure we were happy with our meal. I feel like with past reviews, maybe they are focusing on making sure their service is up to par along with their food. I would recommend this place for drinks and food. It's reasonably priced but if you want to get steak/fish meal it will run about $20-$38/plate.
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Ali A.

I had been wanting to check out this restaurant since walking by last spring and thanks to our good friends, and their ever-so-thoughful Christmas gift, my husband and I ventured downtown for dinner at Post last night. We made a 6:15 reservation on OpenTable so we could eat before hitting the theater. The restaurant most definitely had the vibe I remembered when walking by for the first time. Dimly lit, but not too dark, with an inviting 3-sided fireplace burning in the first-floor dining/lounge area. The bar area was full but not overly crowded with what appeared to be the after-work crowd. There were two big flat screen, one above the bar and the other off to the right. Nothing obnoxious tho, pretty perfect if you ask me. We were seated in the upstairs dining room - not my first choice BUT then again I didn't specify in my reservation - will request downstairs for sure next time. The only complaint of the evening comes from where the hostess tried to seat us - quite possibly the worst seat in the house and it was 6:15. Not being shy about asking to be reseated (and oh my husband loves that!) I requested a different spot and we were moved to a more cozy booth - much better :) I ordered the lettuce wedge salad and it was pretty tasty. Didn't absolutely love their bleu cheese dressing but the thick slab bacon and crispy lettuce were YUM! For dinner I ordered the Post burger and fries and again YUM! The burger tasted like they do in the summertime, right off the grill. It was delish. The fries were also quite tasty - just crispy/salty enough. The best dish of the night though was my husband's 8 oz., skirt steak. Grilled medium and topped with a basil compound butter it was scrumptious. My husband is currently on a health kick so he asked for steamed veggies on the side but they didn't have anything but spinach so he asked for a caesar salad and they did that at no additional charge. Love that! We split the Post Sundae for dessert and it was the perfect finish to a great meal. The portion was ideal for two people to split and was accompanied by a mini boat of hot fudge!! Also gotta give a nod to our server, Ishmael, for a job well done!
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Ming C.

3 belvedere martini 40.50, sashimi 14.50, fried clam 17.50. Everything was great and the crowd was friendly during this early bird hours.
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Julie F.

I've been here twice- first for a work event and then for dinner. The restaurant is very cozy- dark with fireplaces and a very pretty bar. We sat upstairs for dinner where it was less crowded. Our waitress was stellar- she was very sweet and accommodating! She recommended one of their martinis-can't recall the exact name but it was a grape flavored drink and it was fabulous. Their flatbread with the kalamata olives and goat cheese was great- we also a dessert that they had as a special that evening. It was a mix between a cookie and a pie served with ice cream, again, everything was good all around, will definitely be back!
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Kevin S.

id say it was ok, was at a group business luncheon. service seemed slow, waited a long time for dessert to be delivered and menu was pre-arranged. clam chowder was very good and hot. burger was very good, senseless to ask temp when they cook to well done plus. hamburger bun was laden with butter and sinfully tasty. ginger creme brÃ»lÃ©e was delicious.
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Dorian G.

What a let down. The pre-dining experience was fab. We were a party of 16 that required a special reservation and that was handled wonderfully over the phone. Our party dwindled down to 11 by the time our night had arrived, and we snagged the "communal table" in the bar area. It was huge and not cramped, so we could move around the table easily so socialize with friends sitting opposite us. The only down was that we were SO close to the bar that we became targets for some drunk guys who hanging out a little too closely (um, what is it about 11 married women that was appealing to these guys? take a hint!) Drink orders were taken quickly, but the server was skipping around and forgot me. No worries, I flagged him down. I ordered the Post Hard Lemonade. I should have knwon better than to "expand my horizons" that night because my drink was 2 steps from an Anthropologie candle. And nearly all 11 friends agreed. There was a fragrance to it (the bitters? the maraschino liquor? the strawberry lemonade?) that was all too similar to a candle meets cleaning solution. The friend next to me ordered the St. James, which on paper sounded like a distant cousin to a mojito (lime, muddled mint, simple syrup) but tasted like something your grandfather would sip with a cigar hanging out of the corner of his mouth. App and dinner orders were taken. We had two ladies with food allergies...one gluten-free one allergic to onions. The gluten-free friend had no problem ordering. The onion-free friend was told by the kitchen that they use onion salt on everything and she was limited to the sirloin steak and one other item. So why not just NOT use onion salt on her choice of entree? Apparently, it wasn't possible? So strange. Apps going around were the duck potstickers (i thought they were kind of watery/mushy inside), deviled eggs (I heard they were fab, but you couldn't pay me to try them), and calamari (that was mine and it was reallllly good. perfectly fried and not chewy at all). And then the wait.... And we waited... Dinner seemed to never come. And drinks were never replenished. Finally...dinner! Everyone but me seemed to enjoy their dinner. There were several chicken under a bricks on the table, some cod with thai curried mussels, the buttermilk fried chicken, a lobster roll, and a burger. And my overcooked, oversalted swordfish. Had the servers been more attentive during the meal, they would have discovered my uneaten fish prior to clearing the table. Thankfully, they removed it from the bill without so much as a peep about it from me. All in all, I was bummed. I don't get to go out in Boston these days all that much, so when I do, I want to try something new and different, but it seems a waste of time and money when I go home disappointed.
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Loren C.

WAY too expensive for what you get. I got the pulled pork bolognese spaghetti dish (texture was way too weird, even for me and I think that speaks volumes) and my girlfriend ordered crabcakes. The crabcakes were really amazing actually... but very expensive. The place looks nice... but for what I paid I expect more from the food. Also got the potsticker appetizers which were OK.
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David G.

I really enjoyed my dinner at the Post 390. Loved the atmosphere and ambiance of the whole place. The service was good but our server appeared a bit nervous (not sure why) and unsure of herself but she did a fine job answering our questions. The menu is loaded with comfort foods and my meal was very good as was the martini I enjoyed beforehand. Definitely give it a try.
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Katherine D.

We walked into the gorgeous space with nice floor to ceiling windows and lovely views of copley without any real expectations. We were seated at the bar upstairs, which gave us some room to people watch as well as watch the celts. I was very impressed with the music they had playing for the entire night. Super up-and-coming fun indie rock that i was enjoying tremendously, in concert it seems with the rest of the crowd. I ordered one of the most delicious mixed drinks, the Kentucky Bell. Maker's Mark, Campari, grapefruit and honey; soooo good. They had a pretty large drink menu and a great beer selection. After I finished my cocktail I opted for a Smuttynose Summer Weissen which I've definitely never seen on tap before. We also ordered a few apps to nosh on. Both were delicious. Duck potstickers were a little lackluster without the plum sauce, but together it was great. The grilled oysters were magnificent, but I personally would have loved a thicker slice of linguica. Not quite 5 stars since I'll need to return and try some new menu items, but definitely a place i'm looking forward to returning to.
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JOSH L.

LOOKS LIKE... If you're a 20-30 something straight financial professional who wants to feel like a player (or looking to marry one), at least for the moment, this is a good dinner option for you! This BIG place is all dark wood and warm lights - fireplace on the first floor to boot. They did a nice job on the look. This wouldn't be out-of-place if popped inside a W hotel - that's the vibe. Service was friendly and high quality. Reservations are a must for now. Maybe their whole "personals"-themed ad campaign is paying off because the crowd seemed largely single (many a cougar pack spotted, along with many packs of their would-be prey). That said, the bar area is too cramped to allow for much mingling/meeting. TASTES LIKE... My partner and I went with another couple for a mid-week birthday dinner and we all thought the food was solid - if nothing to write about (yet, here I am...). We were seated on the surprisingly cavernous second floor. The floor-to-ceiling window walls are pretty amazing. Made me want to live in the building above, actually. Anyway, the menu is good eclectic American. That said, if you want this kind of food, no one does it better than Union - just go there instead. IF THIS RESTAURANT WERE A MADONNA ALBUM, IT WOULD BE: "You Can Dance"
(3)
Sean R.

Commercial atmosphere with creative food. Efficient but not warm service. Convenient location.
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Kathryn A.

Let me begin by saying that anytime your table receives a bag full of warm bread that tastes vaguely of ham . . . well, expect great things. Quick rundown: *The service was impeccable. *I had the Buttermilk Fried Cornish Game Hen, or - more accurately - the MORBIDLY OBESE Cornish Game Hen. Seriously, there was more meat on that bird than any Cornish Hen I have encountered. It was cooked to perfection, and served with perhaps the best Mac and Cheese I have ever eaten. *Dessert was Papaya Sorbet with berries. Berries were delish (and why would they not be in August??). Sorbet, however, had a strange consistency and not a lot of flavor - only thing that detracted from an otherwise 5 star extravaganza.
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Arestia R.

Here's what Post gets right: gorgeous place, two floors and plenty of tables (great for large groups), fits any occasion for any group, lovely menu, warm atmosphere. It's a great addition to the neighborhood and scene and the price is just right. Their cocktail menu is also cool and retro (St. James or class Dark and Stormy, anyone?) The only problem is that I'm not terribly impressed with the food. Oh sure, it's good, but that's as far as I could go. I thought I would be wowed. The other thing is, you will always wait for a table (which is fine), but waiting at the bar is a nightmare. They barely allow any room for standing around and the traffic gets clogged. I suggest hitting the bar upstairs; still tight, but less crowded. All in all, a nice evening. If you're unsure where to go, it always fits your mood.
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Emily H.

Last night was a typical January night in Boston. With single digit temperatures, icy sidewalks and a wicked wind, my friend and I searched for something cozy and close by in the Back Bay for a comforting meal before trekking onward to a movie. Post 390 turned out to be just about a perfect choice to satisfy all of our needs. Neither of us were really in the mood for their "real food", so we went for comfort food (the Boston wind around The Hancock Tower can do that to you). We seem to have a thing for mac n' cheese and upon arriving we knew we would be ordering their Beer, Bacon Mac N' Cheese. Our waiter offered excellent direction in ordering a second dish and a side and share all three between the two of us. He explained that while the mac n' cheese was incredible, it was a lot to handle and he was entirely right! The mac was a perfect balance of crispy and gooey cheese, with a layer of shallots cooked over the top; the beer flavor came through subtly but complemented the smokey bacon well. Our second dish was fish and chips. The fries were nice and crispy, the fish was fresh and flaked well, all together a great fish and chips. Our side of asparagus was well prepared with balsamic; for very thick asparagus there was not a hint of stalky-ness in the texture. Our waiter also had excellent drink suggestions. I was craving something warm and beyond my typical order so he suggested the Fireside Apple Cider which hit the spot. I will definitely be back at the bar for a few of these on my next night out in the cold. I have been encouraging my friend to try Hendrick's gin since she claims that she hates all gin. Our waiter was totally in on it and not only made her a perfect Hendrick's gin and tonic but also brought her an extra shot on the side to sample Hendrick's unique infusions. Overall, for a large restaurant, Post 390 is cozy and inviting. It was busy without being too loud and though we sat closely between two other tables, it did not feel overcrowded. What really made our experience perfect was our waiter, Blair. He was extremely personable, attentive and knowledgeable about everything on the menu and helped us to choose an enjoyable meal on all fronts. Definitely a great place to warm up with comforting food and drinks in the long, dark Boston winter.
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Dara C.

The place was roughly about as crowded as the open bar at a Jewish wedding. That is to say, the bar itself was about eight bodies deep with masses of people crowding around tiny high-tops, drinks above their heads because there wasn't enough room to put one's arms down. Waiting at the bar isn't the coziest thing on a Friday night, so we kind of posted up behind the host's desk. (And hosts looooove that.) Nice long pours here, by the by. We didn't have a reso so we waited a little over the forty minutes to an hour we were quoted. Some people get really antsy with wait times; with present company, a strong drink, and a mammoth fireplace, I didn't mind. However, I would make sure you drag people you really, really like to Post 390 because you will be spending a lot of time standing next to them and sampling their drinks. We were seated eventually, so no biggie. The menus are plain paper. A novel concept but I wonder if they have to reprint them every day. It took me less than twenty seconds to almost set it on fire, douse it in butter, and drop it on the floor. (It's generally a good rule of thumb to give me a bib when dining out.) The menu looks incredibly appealing to early-winter Bostonians. I was having trouble deciding on anything. Post 390 seems a fan of seafood as at least half of the apps and a good percentage of the entrees are from our finned, gilled, and clawed friends from the sea. Most of the the mains, seem pretty hearty so if you've just had a triple bypass, I don't know that I would recommend something like beer and bacon mac 'n cheese or a half-pound hot dog. Alas, I'm still young and spry and perfectly willing to subvert my wish for a trim waistline in the name of tasty, tasty pleasure. Future cardiologic problems be damned. Onto the food! Apps: Fried calamari with house-made tartar sauce was very good. The calamari was plentiful, as in, a mountain-sized heap, and done fairly well, which is to say, not too bready, not too crunchy. The tartar sauce was very pungent and garlicky, so I used only minimal amounts. Tuna tartare was delightfully un-standard, with pickled beets and ginger lending some crunch and sweetness to what can easily become the most one-note dish in the French canon. Entrees: Ever heard of a turducken? Allow me to do you one better: ground veal, pork, and beef wrapped around a thick hunk of ham and salty fontina. Slightly unappealing was its presentation, which I would like to call Honey-I-Blew-Up-the-Lego-Brick-of-Meat-and-It's-ÂStaring-At-Me. Taste? Pretty good, if overwhelmingly salty. Fantastic shallot mashed potatoes on one side, lukewarm green beans with pleasant, crispy garlic cloves and about a cup of butter to the other. As for my counterpart, his skirt steak was tender and decidedly un-greasy with nice herby flavor. It was done quite well. Accompanying garlic salt fries are great, not terribly crispy but served with spicy-sweet chipotle ketchup. The service was good, if the teensiest, tiniest bit green. Our waiter was apologetic for wait times that didn't seem so terrible, and even apologized when our entrees came out while we were still hiking through the mountain of calamari. Drinks came quickly, bussers cleared quickly. Bill came to a little over a buck, but about half of that total amount to liquids, half solids. You could do dinner for much less, or much more. Overall, a perfect addition to Boston. The style of food isn't new but the execution was nice (Dara, don't use nice, your professors are going to be so mad) and the spot is really good-looking.
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Truth R.

The decor was nice. I must say that I am surprised that this place is owned by the same people that own the Capitol, which is amazing! The night began with the lovely bartender who wasn't sure about the beer selection bc I ordered a very common beer, then continued when she didn't know how to make the drink my bf ordered, An Old Fashion. When ordering apps, the waiter only took orders from 3 of the 10 people at the table. The perogies where okay but lacked meat, calamari was okay but luke warm and over breaded, the cheezy bacon dip looked like puked in a bowl. On to the entrees: my bf ordered jumbo lump crab cakes, which lacked jumbo lumps, and fries that were clearly frozen and too salty. I ordered the pan fried sole with shrimp. The simple white fish was not seasoned and was fried in a layer of egg, which made the whole thing taste eggy, so I peeled off the egg layer in hopes of finding something delicious beneath but i didn't. I was expecting the shrimp to be meduim to large in size, they were actually small to extra small and clearly came from a can. The tangy cheezy sauce sauce that my shrimp and fish were swimming in was just gross. The presentation of my meal was wrong the shrimp were hidden on the bottom. Clearly my plate was just slapped together. The person next to me ordered scallops which looked good but, the portion size was meant to feed a starving model. He was still very hungry and not satisfied. The waiters took plates without asking and he only asked when i was staring at him like he was crazy bc he knew he was wrong for not asking. I didn't order dessert, but did I did get a chance to taste the creme brulee, which is my favorite dessert, however it wasn't great at all. the consistency was perfect, but it lacked flavored. Also, creme brulee is supposed to be cool/cold inside and warm on top bc it's supposed to be freshly torched! The person who ordered the creme brulee didn't even eat half of it, that's including the spoonful that I ate. Many of the other people that we came with weren't happy with their food either, especially for the price.
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Ben L.

show up early or my friends are late squeeze to overfilled bar area back too warm by proximity to fake fireplace whiskey and rocks nice and strong tenders keeping good track of who's next decide to spring for a table yes no yes and 40 min wait that goes by quickly end in the booth in the corner slide over with feet off the floor kobe hot dog mac and bacon settle on apps calamari close to right needs better breading asparagus small portion overpriced or under served biscuts do the trick and cheap filler bites of the mac next to me watery random bacon more drinks and they don't disappoint check looks reasonable but stomach needs to be better served.
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Joanne R.

As Post 390 is across from where I work had to give it a long overdue try. Met 2 friends there for lunch today. The weather outside was windy and chilly but inside with the fireplace going it was warm and cozy. We were seated on the upstairs level. a table with a view as well as next to another fireplace. I had the burger, which was cooked perfetctly as ordered and I chose fries as my side. They were crisp and salted and delicious and more than I could eat! Both my friends had the Monte Christo which looked delish and was according to both. We opted to share to desserts, the banana cream pie and the carrot cake and each was more than enough to share. An enjoyable meal and I look forward to returning.
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Aditi R.

What a beautiful place! I had heard plenty about this place and wanted to come here for a while. Glad I did. Just came here for drinks so this'll primarily be only for that and the ambiance of the place. The space is incredibly huge and right when you walk there's a fireplace. When it's 15 degrees outside, the sight of a fireplace can bring you warmth, let alone a live one. There are two bars - downstairs and upstairs and considering it's a restaurant, both bars are fairly large in comparison. The decor is incredible and has an almost log cabin like feel to it. The bartenders are nice and didn't overlook us even when we were trying to get drinks with people occupying every space at the bar. i always appreciate that. The music was nice, and so was the crowd. I could hold a conversation without people pushing or shoving or screaming at the person's ear and after work, I can't ask for anymore. Well maybe a drink - and that Post 390 definitely has plenty of. I'll be back to try their cocktails but they do have a good selection of beer and scotch. Overall great experience and I'll be back again to try the food menu as well as enjoy the fireplace :)!
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Lauren W.

I've been to Post 390 twice since they opened at the beginning of the month. It's one of my new favorite restaurants in the city. I love that the restaurant is two floors. The decor is fantastic! There are so many different textures in the restaurant from the leather on the walls to the chic dark wood throughout, the big glass windows in the front of the restaurant and the multiple fireplaces. This would be a great place to be during one of our snow storms that I'm sure we will get this winter! The drink and wine list is fantastic and expansive. The menu is full of comfort food! Mac & cheese, deviled eggs, meatloaf... all heaven! The first time we went we had drinks and skimmed through the menu. It was too late to order food that night so we made sure to come back the next week for dinner. We ordered the Peking duck potstickers, the crab dip and deviled eggs to start. Then we had two of the flatbreads, a salad and the chicken between the five of us. Everyone loved their food! None of us saved room for dessert. I hope we get to go back soon to finish our meal with either the banana cream pie or the ice cream sundae... or really everything on the dessert menu sounds amazing!
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Jaime M.

Love the decor-- it's really chic and well put together. Service is prompt and friendly. Food was just ok... did not find it to be anything 'special'. Only real complaint I have is that the window tables are underneath air conditioning vents... it might just be me but I really don't like having freezing air blown on me when I'm trying to eat dinner. (FYI I ate here back in NOVEMBER.. AC= so not necessary!!)
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Seth H.

I held a birthday dinner for 12 people at P390 this past weekend. I had heard good things about it and is supposed to be Boston's new hot spot. I've been to several of Boston's finest and unfortunately P390 did not measure up. First, we were seated 30 minutes late and I had a reservation. I was embarrassed enough to hint that they should do something and they comped the 12 of us with a glass of champagne as we were getting seated. Second, our waiter was a rookie - honestly, I've received better service at a restaurant chain. He didn't listen well, never announced the specials, and wouldn't write anything down. This is inexcusable and surprising in light of the comments I read from others on their superb service. Third, though we received our appetizers in a timely fashion, we waited 25 min for our entree. The food was fine - I'd rate it as a B - though the turnip side was terrible - not one person from the 5 that tried it liked it. A hostess came by and asked how everything was going and one of my guests didn't hold back. Quietly, she told her that the service was substandard and the experience fair at best. She apologized and most likely spoke to our server because he came back and was a bit cooler toward the group. At the end of the night, we got the bill and there was no automatic gratuity added given the size of the group. I would assume this was done so we could give what we felt was fair. I'm most surprised that they let us walk out of there without the manager or someone else apologizing. I wasn't looking to be comped for dessert or something else (we weren't by the way) - just some recognition that they missed the mark and hope that next time would be better. Overall, this is probably a better spot for drinks and light meal with a few friends.
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Matthew R.

The service was good but I felt like I was surrounded by a bunch of people who were like Patrick Swayze's character in Donnie Darko.
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Stephen B.

I want to like it more. The atmosphere is great and the staff is fine, but I just can't get excited about the food. I had a French dip completely overpowered by carmelized onions. this is a basic and hard to mess up. I hope they keep at it because I like the location.
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Zuzzi E.

A bit too cliche and expected, attracting the yuppies like flies. Food was mediocre. Room for improvement.
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Meghan M.

Awesome! Went there Saturday night for my birthday dinner with my sisters and friends. Age range was from 21 to 27, and it was perfect! Joe, our waiter, was by far one of the best waiters I've ever had out. He had the perfect sense of humor that is sometimes necessary when dealing with 7 girls. The drinks were amazing and the food was unbelievable. I will definately be returning to check out the bar scene and for dinner. We should have stayed at Post 390 for the rest of the evening. Oh, and the validated parking rocks too!
(5)
Shannon P.

excellent service. exceptional food. great for lunch (especially those who are budget conscious because it's a great place to split dishes!) i'm a huge fan.
(5)
molly f.

I really, really wanted to like Post 390 more than I did, which is a shame because I had heard a lot of positive buzz about this particular restaurant and was excited when a friend decided to celebrate her birthday there. Maybe a part of the underwhelming experience was because we were a larger group? Our waitress was super friendly, but honestly drinks took about half an hour to get to us...which is too long when there's a celebration at hand! The drink menu looked good, but I decided to go with my usual- a St. Germain cocktail and it was mixed quite well. My fiance and I ordered an appetizer to split and then an entree each. Our appetizer was good... we split the duck spring rolls and they were pretty tasty. The plum dipping sauce they came with was just tart & tangy enough to compliment the spring rolls without overpowering them. I was totally psyched for my entree, which was the smaller portion of the shrimp & pasta dish. Honestly, I should have just tapped out after the spring rolls because my review would have been much higher. The size of the shrimp & pasta dish was just right, as was the price since I had ordered the half portion... but the dish was REALLY bland, leaving a lot to be desired flavor-wise. AND. MY. SHRIMP. WERE. UNDERCOOKED. ew. ew. ew. ew. I'm not usually one to be super picky about those types of things... but honestly, raw rubbery cold shrimp? the ick factor was high. Because we were a larger group...and dining with a few people who seemed to be well-acquainted with the management making a fuss seemed like the wrong thing to do at the time, so I pushed my meal around and nibbled off my fiance's dish. He ordered the ribs and they were pretty good, honestly. The birthday girl ordered the larger portion of the shrimp I was eating and the only difference, outside of it being DOUBLE the price of mine, between ours was that she had a third shrimp. Oh, and her shrimp were cooked. Honestly, thats ridiculous. Other people eating with us seemed generally pleased with their meals which is why I'm giving them the benefit of the doubt. The Mac & Cheese and the Kobe Beef hot dog looked delicious...perhaps if I ever go back that is what I would order? There was some redemption with the MONSTER chocolate cake we had for dessert. That thing was delicious and ginormous. Yum. And the waitress didn't flinch when I asked her for a glass of milk to go with my cake, which may not be very big-kid of me, but it was VERY necessary. All in all my experience at Post 390 was a bit disappointing. Service was slow, my food was undercooked...it just lacked that wow factor I was hoping for. Wah wah.
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Carol L.

I met my BFF for dinner. The venue is lovely, with views of the Hancock building and Trinity Church. Everyone who greeted us was polite and friendly. The downstairs tavern and bar was bustling; upstairs warm and friendly. With a reservation we were seated right away. Our waiter was a cut above friendly, and very accommodating, never rushing us. I sampled two wines before settling on a third, all of which he brought me with pleasure. He encouraged us to take our time deciding on dinner. I had a romaine lettuce salad with a Caesar dressing, anchovies on the side, which was fine but not outstanding. The mushroom lasagne, on the other hand, was superb. No meat and no tomato sauce, with ricotta and kale and topped with just enough cheese to provide a solid but not too thick layer. My BFF had the cornmeal crusted flounder which she liked. I had my eyes on banana creme pie for dessert but I was too full. I would go again. A bit pricey, but worth it. They did have a prix fixe that night (not restaurant week) which was a good deal if you liked the selections and thought you would eat three courses.
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Liza F.

I like the fireplace, great on a winter night. Overall has a cozy feel to it. Food was ok. We had the spinach artichoke dip which was nothing special. Tasted like something you would get at TGI Fridays. I had the mac and cheese and it came out piping hot. It's not traditional mac and cheese which I think I would have prefered. Only get this if you're in the mood for spicy. It has jalapenos and spicy pancetta. My friend had the goat cheese and olive flatbread pizza and didn't like it. It was bland. The rest of our group had burgers and they were big and pretty tasty. The fries are good and very salty. My glass of wine was tiny. I am not sure what's up with that. Dessert was good- chocolate cake and brownie sundae. Delicious hot fudge. Our server was ok but he had no personality and forgot drinks a few times. Don't think I would hurry back here.
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Mary C.

Restaurant Week. Some restaurants do it right - Rialto, Sibling Rivalry. Some not so great. That was the case at Post 390. They obviously chose the most inexpensive dishes to put on the Restaurant Week Menu - BBQ brisket, beef stroganoff, or fish and chips. I had the BBQ. The brisket was dry and flavorless. Only the BBQ sauce helped it. On the plus side, our waitress was excellent and the ambience/decor was very nice. Not sure I'll go back again.
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Richard T.

I'm came here one Saturday evening after moving to Boston from Philly for drinks and late night food and the place was packed. We were able to get a table since the bar area was packed and order one side along with drinks. The snacks were good but more importantly the selection of beer was great along with the wine which they are very generous with the poor. The value for the type of beer and wine is very much affordable. I will definitely come back again to try dinner. This is definitely a place to visit again.
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Kate H.

I've been here for lunch with clients many times, and it's always great - great service, really good food, and i really like the atmosphere- it's very sunny, clean & open. One of my go to's, although I have never been for dinner.
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Denis A.

Didn't eat or drink much here (came in because I missed my train), but it was pretty good. They had a light beer selection, but a very long wine and spirits list. There were way too many servers and hosts/hostesses, so people were kind of bugging us all night. Might go back, but it's a little too trendy for me.
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Julie T.

I went here to grab a drink with my boyfriend after a long night, and it was definetly what we were looking for. The atmosphere was great. I love the fire hearths in the middle of the restaurant. And it's a pretty mixed crowd. The drinks were good.. too good. Plus, it's a great little people watching bar. lol there were a lot of very old men hitting on very young females. =P
(4)
Al A.

Awesome service. Great food. Good beer selection. Great location.
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John W.

My wife and I met my cousin here and the food, service and beer selection were all top notch. We started with the calamari appetizer which was incredibly tender and perfectly cooked. Nothing quite stood out about the presentation or accutraments but I find it's very difficult to find good, tender calamari that doesn't need excessive sauces/add ins. My wife had the salmon which was served skin side up and cooked just right. The skin was crispy and seasoned nicely and the salmon was just barely cooked but in a good way with it being cooked all the way through. I had the whole grilled fish. It was our local Acadian redfish and it was delicious. Crispy seasoned skin, scored in a way that the tender meat easily pulled off the bone with nice grilled flavor to it. My cousin had the swordfish. The sword steak looked surprisingly thin to me but he said it was cooked just right and side dishes were good as well. I was hoping to try the Jack Dor Fluffy White Rabbits which they were out of and the server suggested the Bosteel which is a tripple Belgian that was surprisingly light. A new favorite for me. I would recommend this spot to anyone.
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Gigi B.

Post 390 is hands down the best new restaurant in Boston. I was thoroughly impressed with their food, decor, service and atmosphere. The entire meal was enjoyable and positively memorable. The steak frites was one of the best executions of this dish I have ever had and the carrot cake slice was enormous and delicious and a steal at $6. Post 390 is not to be missed.
(4)
Jonathan D.

Big fan of the fish n chips. Very flavorful but not too mayonaisey cole slaw. Solid service
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Josh M.

We had a fantastic dinner ay Post 390. From the Midas Touch Dogfish head beer (hard to find) to my wife's mac and cheese and my stuffed meatloaf with mashed potatoes, everything was excellent. Our waiter was a pro and it was a great mix of upscale and casual.
(4)
Ryan C.

Very good! I had one of the best steaks ever. I'll be back.
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Scott G.

I am a man of my word. I went back to give Post 390 another shot. I am SO glad I did. What an amazing night my friend and I had. Food was stellar and the service was some of the best I've ever had. Go. Enjoy. Soak up the atmosphere. An upstairs table on the Clarendon St. side is an unique way to enjoy a meal in the city.
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Elle W.

One word - Disappointing. This place is mostly style and just barely substance. I gave it three stars for three reasons. 1 - It was busy and lively and the atmosphere was good. 2 - the hostess was friendly, the waitress was attentive 3 - the sliver of chocolate cake was delightful. I subtracted two stars because the food was just ok. We sent one burger back because it was overcooked. The tuna steak in our salad was a mere morsel of food and the rest was mostly lettuce...boring. The calamari was fine, as was the asparagus, but it's just as good in a restaurant that charges half as much. Let me save you a couple of dollars - eat somewhere else first, then go here for drinks.
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Sarah P.

I used to really like Post, and ate there regularly or order in... but since they have changed the menu things have changed. The menu is terrible now.. found is OK....I call it survival food.. Quite expensive for what it is really...So many better places. When I order delivery there is ALWAYS!!!! something wrong. Fries are cold.. Steak is under cooked.. Last time I ordered a salad and it had changed on the menu they just put the one on the menu without even letting me know. Delivery they always try to rip you off since they NOW add an extra 15%. Waitresses are extremely rude only some that have been there a long time are nice. Furthermore I ordered a burger a few nights ago.. the bread came cold and wet.. fries were not even tasty and gave stomach cramps. Seriously I am so disappointed. I already found a restaurant to replace my constant orders, although they do not delivery.. I rather go pick ip up than eat expensive food I shouldn't have ordered.
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Michael W.

I hosted a group of 8 in the private dining room upstairs and it was excellent! They helped me design a personalized pre-fix menu so that it would be affordable and my guests loved every course, especially their soups. The Kobe Beef hot dog is my favorite item at Post. I returned a week later and was disappointed with their Caesar Salad; I prefer a creamy dressing. The waiter was extremely knowledgeable and explained to me that the chef did not like to use egg in his caesar dressing, resulting in a lighter unique dressing. The staff is excellent, our waiter works at Grill 23 as well, which is probably why he was so attentive. I recommend it to everyone, as long as they aren't dressed too casually...
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Audrey R.

I went to Post the Saturday after they opened and they were clearly still figuring out how to run a restaurant. We sat for half an hour before anyone bused our table, even though we were told we would have to vacate the table after an hour to accommodate another party's reservations. Time restrictions aside, the rest of the experience was acceptable. The bacon macaroni and cheese is a greasy sopping delight of a dish. Although I wouldn't make the pilgrimage from Somerville just for the macaroni and cheese, it is definitely good. The cocktail descriptions on the menu are enticing, but the consensus at our table was that they were particularly strong. This is not a complaint, but by the bottom of my dark and stormy I felt like I was sipping a glass of rum that had once had a brief encounter with some ginger. Post is huge, and it could be a fun place to take a large group for dinner.
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Deborah C.

Over-priced. Over-hyped. Over-rated. Everything about this place is just so-so, food, menu, service. I admit it's a great looking place, but is that really enough of a reason to go somewhere?
(2)
Reid F.

This new gem will quickly become one of Boston's best restaurants. The ambiance is lovely, the food is excellent, and the wine list is superb and amazingly affordable. Already one of my faves.
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Justin A.

3 stars for now, but thinking I will bump it up to 4/5 after I go again. I came for lunch yesterday with some friends from work and we all had a really enjoyable time. It was my first time in there and I was really taken aback by the ambiance. I really enjoyed the layout of the restaurant and overall thought it looked really cool inside. It wasn't overly crowded, but I imagine it does at night and on the weekends. Service was really good, constantly refilling and asking us how everything was. Food also was really good. I am looking forward to going back and trying some new items. This is a definite try in my book.
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Tracy L.

We came here for lunch on a Saturday. The atmosphere, service, and quality of food were excellent. The crab and spinach dip was very good--I think it was made with jumbo lump crab meat. I ordered a margherita flatbread pizza--it wasn't what I expected. The crust, while delicious, was too thin to hold the toppings, and it became soggy very quickly. I think it also had way too many tomatoes (sliced and in the sauce). We also tried the beer mac and cheese--which was good--but very heavy.
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heather p.

I have been to Post 390 four+ times and haven't been that impressed overall. It's close and convenient for me, but I would choose to go farther away for better food. Food I have had over my many visits: Chicken Ceasar Salad - tasted fishy, even when I removed the anchovies Clam Chowder - luke warm, very salty Monte Cristo - I had HIGH hopes for this because many people I know love this. I didnt at all. I dont know what it was, but I just didnt enjoy this at all. Too mustardy I believe. Turkey Pot Pie - wasn't good, luke warm, tasted re-heated Love - Deviled eggs. They are great, but not enough to make me want to go back which is too bad because the ambiance is amazing. I really love it.
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nick b.

Food was ok. A little overpriced. Cocktails were definitely overpriced and watered down.
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M M.

I really, really wanted to give this place 4 stars, since like so many other reviews here I heard great things and was looking forward to a nice, affordable addition to the eating scene. We had to wait 20 mins to be seated for our 7.30 reservation, but I can understand the place is still working out some kinks. Our server wasnt really that attentive to our table, and the bus boy at one point had to ask who our waiter was because we wanted to order another round of drinks, but I still managed to have a nice time. The decor is nice, different, and fun. Food wasnt excellent (I had the ribs which many said were out of this world... eh not really) but drinks were good and they had a nice selection of wines. Our creme brulee was delicious, and they have this great tiny slice of chocolate cake (for $3!!) for when you want dessert but not a lot of it. All in all, I am still excited about this place but I would suggest waiting a few more weeks while they work some stuff out. The prices are right, the atmosphere is fun, but the wait staff is not really ready for us!
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Anne W.

Came for a late Friday night dinner on Good Friday. Lovely environment with a huge roaring fire downstairs. The pasta with lamb sugo was phenomenal and highly recommended. Would have gotten more stars except our waitress was most definitely high. She'd forgotten to put our drink and app order in and 45 min into our experience, we still didn't have our drinks. When we asked her about it, it took her several long seconds of quizzical staring for her to realize what we were asking about. Thankfully when we flagged down the other server on the floor, she brought our drinks and double checked that our orders were in and correct.
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Keith O.

Apps were okay but not great. We ordered a side of deviled eggs because we liked the nostalgia and they were bland, too bad. On the up side - this place is a huge cougar bar. So if you are looking.......
(3)
Steve J.

Good spot. Appetizers (mussels and flatbread) were good size and tasty. But, although most of the mussels were excellent, two of them were fishy tasting. Prices were reasonable.
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Kristin W.

This is a good spot for big groups as well as a date night. I had the chance to enjoy drinks at Post 390 about a year ago, so I was pleased to have the opportunity to return for dinner. I started with the Salad of Market Lettuces topped with flavorful duck prosciutto and sweet pears. My entree was the Grilled Atlantic Salmon that was cooked nicely; the accompanying brussels sprouts in a mustard and bacon vinaigrette are definitely mustard-y, but in a good way.
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Abir H.

Been there twice, 2 really different atmospheres. First time was for brunch and second time was for dinner. The place was decorated beautifully for the holidays, such a cozy atmosphere. It was packed with people as it was 6 pm on a friday evening. Nice fireplace and dim lights and they have a huge upstairs with little private dining rooms. They start you off with this delicious bread that feels like it's already buttered. Their dinner menu isn't that great to be honest, not a lot of choices. Some of the dishes we ordered were the ceasar salad, steak tartar and the lobster dish. They were good but I wish their menu wasn't so limited.
(4)
Jessie C.

Finally finally made it here! On a tuesday no less! Honestly - the bar was much more crowded than I expected. The service was great, very friendly while I waited from my friend to arrive. I ordered the Grape Excess cocktail and loved every sip of it. We ordered a few appetizer-y type dishes to indulge on - the bison burgers, brisket quesadilla, fries and the cheese plate. The burgers and quesadilla where delicious. I wished someone had told us what cheese was what though when they brought it over. Overal, good experience, maybe a nice place to grab a cocktail afterwork, or a quick drink for a first date. Didn't make it upstairs but I hear it's nice. A solid 4 stars.
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Tom G.

This is an odd place, honestly. I've had 4-star type experiences and 2-star ones. I use Post 390 for clients and employee lunches/dinners at times due to its location (right near the JH building). In all honesty: Post 390 seems to aim to be a high end business lunch/dinner spot, replete with haughty service, but really doesn't have the culinary chops to do this appropriately. I've had a lot of over/underseasoned food, improperly cooked food, and odd flavor combinations here. I've also had fresh, seasonal meals here that were nicely cooked. It seems like they are moving to a more farm-to-table model so that's much appreciated. I'm hopeful the food becomes more consistent. Wine list is quite nice. About 2x retail markup. Heavy focus on American reds with some nice French and Italian labels mixed in. In the end, though, if I'm trying to impress people at work, this isn't the place for me. If I'm trying to schedule a decent working lunch or dinner and convenience is a major factor, Post 390 is still one of my primary spots.
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Ted S.

Excellent fireplace at the entrance and a wonderful place to have drinks and a few appetizers! I've had a few different bites of food here and I'd say they were all at or abover average. We've had bison burgers, quesadillas, cocktails, cocktails, and dessert here! I'd recommend this place as a nice, classy, little place, just off the main street and hustle and bustle town.
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Matt G.

I wish I could give this a 3.5 - but I want to like this place so I'll give it a 4, for now. I went there for a quick lunch with my partner since he was in Back Bay during lunchtime. First impressions when walking in: fantastic ambiance. Great gas fireplace in the middle of the room on the first floor, nicely decorated... it just feels 'warm'. We were greeted and sat down, and were immediately offered sparkling or still water. Post 390 has their own filtering system and brings a bottle of freshly filtered water to your table. We asked our server 'what was good', but she honestly admitted she had only been there for 3 days and only knew a couple of dishes personally. She pointed out a number of items that were consistently praised by customers. (Monte Cristo, Margherita Flatbread, and the Mac & Cheese). A friend suggested the 1/2 lb kobe beef hot dog, so I ordered that, and my partner got the haddock po'boy. (fried haddock sandwich) I'm usually not a huge hot dog fan, so I have no idea why I ordered it. I mean, it was good... but I wasn't about to explode over it. If I was a bigger hot dog fan, I probably would have loved it. It came with a really yummy chipotle ketchup, and mustard - but the baked beans were AMAZING: big chunks of thick cut bacon.... what could be better? The Po'boy was tasty! Not too fried, not soggy, and very well done. No complaints! All their sandwiches come with a skewer of pickle, peppericini, and olive. Also choice of fries, salad, or cole slaw. We both got out of there in ~45 minutes, so its a perfect lunch place for the Back Bay crowd that wants to have a 'real meal' and for 2 people we got out for $35.00 with tip. After lunch we asked if it was ok to poke around on the second floor to see what it was like. The hostess said 'of course!'. (you could tell they get that question a lot). The second floor is similar to the first, with exception that the kitchen is an open kitchen... which I love. On both the first and second floors they have a 'wine cellar' for their on staff sommelier . Their wine list is fantastic, they have glass, carafe, and full bottle lists. (More on the high end folks, no Franzia here.) I think the cheapest bottle I saw was $45. The wine list was reminiscent of the list at Grill 23. (win!) Which makes sense since they both are owned by the same hospitality company. All in all, I bet if I was a bigger hot dog fan I would be a slam dunk 4 star... but I'm still comfortable with 4.
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Anke F.

After having dined here for 3 consecutive years every time we have come to Boston, we had the worst experience here . It's actually hard to give a summary without writing a lot. The waiter had a very arrogant demeanor but was very unprofessional. It took forever to place the order and 1 1/2 hours later we finally received the appetizers- with just a muttered excuse of something like: the ticket got lost. After that, the ordered soft drinks were never brought but two wine bottles were opened even though we only ordered one. The duck breast was rare - the guest was never asked HOW the breast should be cooked - but instead the burger was rock hard although ordered medium. The worst was actually the bill- two bottles of wine were charged ( we had only ordered and consumed one) and the cookies that had been offered as a consolation for the messed up appetizers were charged as well. We left leaving no tip for a very arrogant and unprofessional waiter and will not return. Too many other good dining options that we had left unexplored because post 390 was close to the hotel....
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d f.

Food quality is above average. Tastes as if prepared by line cooks not attended by a chef. It's the little things. Nice wine menu and drinks are good. Very expensive. Figure $50-$100 per person. Price does not match the quality, so value is below average.
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Nika C.

I get to write a glowing review! yay! We had an amazing time. we were in their Tavern section. The staff was wonderful, they even found a secluded place for my friend to nurse her baby in the restaurant. they gave us exactly the right amount of attention & space. The food was good, and the atmosphere was very relaxed and pleasant . We were there on a Monday evening. i don't know what it's like on a busier day. But one member of our party had been there for lunch, and he said it was great for lunch too.
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Steve G.

Great service, good food. My wife an I ordered the special... there were two of each (app, dinner and dessert) and we just ordered one of everything and split it all. Very good.
(4)
K. Brooke Z.

Super Awesome cobb salad! The waitress we had was very friendly. She walked us through the menu and was helpful giving suggestions. I recommend this place for lunch gatherings with associates from out of town.
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Angela D.

Sat at the bar and it was a great social atmosphere. Drinks were delicious and strong. They were very accommodating and they even steamed the short rib perogies instead of pan frying them. The Beef Brisket special was so tender! It was very smoky and delicious! The cheddar cornbread, beans, and slaw sides were the perfect accompaniments. I would suggest sitting at the bar- I went upstairs to the bathroom and peered over the dining room area and it was pretty dead.
(4)
Drew R.

Time is Money! 50 minutes for our food to come out and it was cold! No med rare burgers like we ordered, a waiter who may be the worst I have seen in a while and he never stopped by to ask if we needed anything.
(1)
Dan W.

This place doesn't disappoint. I can see why certain people would give Post a bad review, but the things they don't like about it are probably the things that I like about it. The right side of the bar feels like a ski lodge, so that deserves 3 stars right there. The oysters and meat plates are top notch, awesome beer selection, and that Kobe beef hot dog is no joke.
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Erica V.

My boyfriend and I went to post 360 for dinner last night and it was fantastic! The atmosphere is upscale but not full of uptight people. I had the lemon and pepper organic chicken and he had a steak, both were perfectly cooked. The chicken was the best I've ever had in my life. Tender, seasoned well. The list of beer and wines was expansive but we stuck with beers which were so cold. I had the banana cream pie for dessert and it was great. Our waiter was attentive but not intrusive. I would go there again in a heartbeat!
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Jen J.

Went here last week for lunch during Restaurant Week. They impressed me enough to come back for dinner sometime, which is the whole point of RW and makes me like them even more. Four co-workers and I had lunch reservations at 12:30 on a Wednesday, and were seated immediately upon arrival. The restaurant's space is huge (two floors!) and very well-decorated. We were seated in a corner against a wall of windows, which offered us a great view of the streetscape and Hancock building. We all ordered off the RW menu, which had tons of choices. There are at least 10 choices for entrees, which is awesome especially for restaurant week. There were many things I wanted to try, but ended up choosing the calamari to start. Yum! They were very tender (tenderest I've had), with a nice crispy and crunch coating. They were served with tarter sauce and banana peppers, which added a nice creamy (sauce) and spicy (peppers) touch. I had the salmon salad, which at first I didn't like, but ended up loving. The salmon was well-cooked and had a nice mustard crust which was flavorful but didn't overwhelm the salmon. The greens and blood oranges it was served on top of were fresh and the dressing was good too. I think I didn't like it at first because I was coming off fried food with tarter sauce to something more delicate, but again I ended up loving the salad. I had the creme brulee with praline cookies for dessert and it was excellent. The sugar topping was perfectly crunchy and the creme was silky smooth. I still remember exactly what it tastes like, which to me is one of the top signs a restaurant is good--very memorable. All of my co-workers enjoyed their meals too, but I didn't try them so I can't comment. Service was good too--Keith was extremely professional, attentive, and funny, he really made the experience even better. I'll definitely be back soon, as there were quite a few other things I want to try. Thanks Post 390, for a great experience!
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Emily G.

I have been wanting to try Post 390 for some time now and this past Wednesday my friends and I ventured there for their Farm-to-Post VIP Party featuring specialty dishes prepared by Chef Eric Brennan. The whole menu was shaped around locally sourced product from Post's farm and fish partners. The food was outstanding and the atmosphere and enthusiasm of the Post staff was felt by all! Some of my favorite dishes were the oysters, squash soup, polenta cakes and the pumpkin ravioli. Post 390 offers Farm-to-Post dinners regularly for $48 for a 3-course meal ($65 with wine pairings).
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Laura D.

A bit pricey for my tastes, but beautiful rooms, professional staff, comfortable atmosphere, and not too noisy. It can get quite busy. The menu is very brief, and changes regularly. The wine list is short, and on the pricey/short pour side. Vegetarian options are not plentiful, an issue for my partner. It's a great option for after theater, as it's open till midnight. An excellent fall-back for a later dinner in a town that closes early.
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Kristina N.

I had an 8:30 Saturday night reservation, and the restaurant was busy but there were available tables (not reserved). One out of three hostesses told me they were preparing our table. 15 minutes go by, and I inquire about our table, and another hostess tells us "they're lingering" as in referencing fictional customers who supposedly had been holding up our table. All the while, we were waiting by the hostess station and they purposely averted their eyes as they walked past us. When it was 9 pm, a hostess brought us to our table (that had been empty the entire time), in addition to another table for 4 that was available the ENTIRE TIME. This was done on purpose to try to drive customers to the bar, but if you politely just wait for your table, they are rude. Even after we sat down, not once did a single hostess ever apologize or come over to check on our service. Our waiter was fine, and made a good appetizer recommendation. Even though he left out another appetizer (I ordered 3 appetizers instead of an entree - but it the final appetizer came 15 minutes after my friends had already finished their entrees), he quickly resolved the issue, and apologized. The food was okay. We ordered: a tasting of the cheese plate; a tasting of the jamon serrano; clam chowder; steak and beet tartare; and two peking duck entrees. The steak and beet tartare was average. At least the duck was not overdone but not the best duck I've had. I've had dinner here once before and had an overdone steak but did not send it back. I was willing to give this place another shot. However, having friends from out of town come to visit Boston and bringing them to this restaurant was a HUGE MISTAKE. One I will never make again. Save your money and book a reservation in advance for B & G Oyster, Island Creek, Kitchen, Blue Dragon, or Neptune Oyster. I did not even want to get the manager's attention to give him notice of his rude and incompetent hostesses - because I won't ever frequent this establishment again. You'd get better service at any any pub in Back Bay. The level of incompetence exhibited by the hostesses was the only thing memorable.
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Vik M.

Walking distance from Copley, made reservations so getting a table was not a problem. Accommodating staff, Got sunrise Margarita, devil poached eggs for appetizers, crab cakes and fried chicken which melted in your mouth for dinner. Service was quick, efficient, staff was fun. Love Post:) reason I am giving it 3 is because there dinner options are limited, everyone doesn't eat only read meat or fish or chicken, please add some pasta, veggie options.
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Kate A.

Finally made it to Post 390 and had a great time. I don't recall the name of our bartender (downstairs bar, she is from Bulgaria), but she was fabulous and extremely helpful with recommendations. I tried the Gn'T as well as the Hot and Dirty and they were both great -- the Hot and Dirty wasn't as spicy as I was led to believe, but the habanero stuffed olives took it to another level.
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Lincoln P.

"Meh" is the perfect word for my experience, and apparently that means it's 2 stars. It's a good place for drinks, and the fireplace is cozy in the winter. However, when we went for brunch, the service was rather inattentive (we had to send back two things for wrong orders) and the food was just ok. Maybe it's good for dinner, but I'm not going to bother finding out.
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Andrea H.

My mouth is still watering. Mostly from the cocktails, but also from the large chunk of cheese I had as an appetizer. But I'm getting ahead of myself. We decided to check this place out after work and it was packed. I wasn't sure what we were getting into, as the crowd seemed pretty corporate, but we squeezed in at the bar while we waited for a table. Our bartender was no joke, he mixed me up a delightful Frontier cocktail. I was excited to see all of the flavor combinations they came up with on the cocktail menu and got ready for a great night. After about 15 minutes we were escorted to our table right next to the bar. I wasn't all that thrilled with the location at first but it ended up being just fine and we hardly noticed the crowded bar right behind us. As soon as I saw the menu I wanted everything. My dining companions decided to split a flatbread but I just couldn't let all of that delicious food go untasted. There was a special cheese appetizer that was just awesome. I wish I could remember the type, it was so good. For my entree, I was debating between the buttermilk fried cornish game hen and the daily fish special. I ultimately went with the fish, which was very good, but next time I'm getting that chicken...with mac & cheese...and the sweetbreads.....and the deviled eggs....mmmm. So you can probably tell that I liked it. A lot.
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Jerom N.

Slow, unprofessional service ("I'm taking drink orders right know, OK!? When I come back you can order appetizer"). Overpriced, overSALTed food. Ordered house salad for $13, and it came with cheap commercial vinaigrette dressing and HUGE amount of SALT. Almost inedible! We did not order main course after that. The menu is short, design is nothing special. Overall expensive and not worth it at all, but could be worse.
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Jonny C.

I am giving Post 390 4 stars. But, in all honesty, the entree was 2 stars if that. Overall the macro experience itself is really top shelf, so I will overlook the subpar entree, even though it was pretty bad. The space is one of my favorite in town: two floors, a rich, dark bar that can be described as comfy chic, simple yet elegant decor (wood tones, a Jasper Johns-esque corner wall, beautifully adorned peasant style front table) great cocktail glasses and flatware - just nice. Friendly staff who arent overbearing and a perfectly stocked bar make this a really sharp arena, especially when decked out for the holidays. For drinks, this place is wonderful. Perhaps even better still for drinks and apps, as the oysters are fresh, the buffalo chicken confit pot stickers are addictingly good, the lamb sausage and feta flatbread was killer. I've had a bang-up burger as well as the four cheese mac and cheese with a homemade cayenne tasso sausage - caliente and delicioso. Colleagues/friends have raved about the Kobe Hot dog Even thinking back, the overall experience makes me smile, and that is with one of the worst entrees I have had in some time; the Yellowfin on honey ginger beets w/ creamed wasabi cucumber. The wasabi cuke was great, and the dish was really pretty, but it was all beets and honey. Cloyingly sweet, overwhelming maroon liquid saturating the whole entree, drenching the fish to the point that it was untasteable. It was really pretty dreadful. That lone detractor aside (and for a restaurant, that is a huge detractor) this is a well executed, fun, hip and sexy spot close to my house with a lot of polish. I am sure to enjoy many more evenings, in all different iterations, at Post.
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Jason B.

For my three hundredth trick, I'd like to write a few nice things about Post 390. This was the site of our office's 2010 holiday party, and just about everything about this space was wonderful. The omnipresent servers with passed hors d'ouvres were courteous, friendly and seemed genuinely happy to be helping us out. The food itself was fun, filling, tasty, and well-prepared. The fried mac n' cheese balls with bacon were a pleasant surprise - I was expecting a salty mess, but what we got was a flavorful contrast of taste and texture. The flatbread pizzas were excellent, and the tuna tartare was worth chasing down several times. The space itself, on the second floor, is one of the best spots I've ever seen for a private function. The fireplace is immediately a nice spot to congregate around, with enough room nearby for dancing if you were so inclined. The view, albeit of Stuart Street, is nice at night, and there are plenty of places to sit or stand. I'd love to come back and try the place for dinner, but I was pleased by the overall feel of the place, and look forward to a return visit soon!
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Michael C.

Came in for a quick lunch with a colleague and got the Kobe Hot Dog. I really enjoyed it but really at the end of the day, it was still just a good hot dog. It looks like they make the ketchup in house but I would prefer Heinz. The space here is gorgeous, service was excellent. Great place for a casual business lunch.
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Eric H.

Great restaurant with wonderful food and ambiance. I opted for the vegetarian platter which consisted of pasta shells stuffed with spinach and zucchini in a red marinara sauce. The only other vegetarian option was the flatbread (ie, veggie pizza), so vegetarians are a bit limited in the selection, but everyone in our group enjoyed themselves and enjoyed their food. #vegetarian review
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Bronwen Y.

I helped plan a fundraising event at Post 390 recently, and honestly could not have had a better day-of experience! The event staff was very helpful an thorough, and the staff at the event were friendly and attentive. We had hearty apps and cocktails... And the apps were amazing! The flatbreads were all delish, as were the sausages, sweet potato fries, calamari... You get the picture. I highly recommend checking out Post for private events - the upstairs space is great for cocktail hours, fundriasers or networking events.
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Irene R.

A little on the pricey side but the food was good and the drinks were strong. They had sent us a $20 gift card (for no apparent reason) so we decided to go and use it. We got a couple drinks and split a plate of Calamari. The Calamari was really good and even out son loved it. It's clean and open with friendly servers and hostesses. They also have highchairs which is a big bonus for us.
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Joe J.

Excellent fish and chips for lunch. Liked their "tartar" sauce. I would definitely come back. The service and food quality is definitely in line for the price, so if you want something nice, don't think twice.
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Michael T.

Came here on a first (and last) date on a quiet weekday evening. The food all-around was delightful. I'm not a big drinker but my date was and thought it was a good idea to pressure me into drinking. I acquiesced and my plum/bourbon cocktail was delicious. He enjoyed his cocktail, wine and dessert drink. Our meals were delicious. Although I only wanted an entree and maybe an appetizer, my date pushed for us to get oysters and the fried green tomato as well. The oysters looked good (I've had them before but wasn't in the mood, nor feeling like being told what to eat). The tomato was tasty, 2 thick slices, well prepared. I finally ordered a delicious swordfish which couldn't arrive at the table fast enough. During dinner, my unsavory date made sure to find a manager, Jason(?), and name-drop where my date works and schmooze a bit. My date didn't have the courtesy to introduce me to the management (and I was okay with not joining the conversation). I could tell that the manager had been doing a great job all night, attentive and taking care of guests. Our waitress was great too. Both of our waitress and the manager could see how poorly the date was going but maintained their composure and professionalism. My date blabbed his mouth to the manager for about 10 minutes during my meal. The manager, showing his poise and professionalism, feigned interest in my date while repeatedly looking for an opportunity to exit the table and escape my date's tirades. After my date finished sucking down his dessert drink, we split the bill. I won't complain about the price, but we split the bill for the food and drinks which my date largely consumed. Needless to say, the date ended at the doors and the lush went on to bar hop and I went home. Despite the bad date, Post 390 still provided an excellent atmosphere with well crafted drinks, well-cooked food and a very attentive staff.
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Elle J.

I heard good things but was extremely disappointed. I won't be back. I went with some colleagues for lunch. I didn't like the ambiance. The place was too big and was very noisy. No complaints about the service but the food was average considering all the great restaurants there are in Boston. I had the shrimp cocktail which was ok. It was almost as expensive as the shrimp cocktail at B&G Oysters which is far superior for shrimp. Also ordered the honey mustard salmon salad with spinach and citrus vinaigrette and nuts. Was ok but not amazing. Expensive for the quality of food.
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Lenny D.

I've been here a number of times and it hasn't disappointed. Most recently, May 25 to grab a burger with a friend. This place is typical American fare, done right. If given the chance, get the burger with fries ~ so good. What compliments a good meal with good friends and fun atmosphere? Great service. This place hasn't let me down; the staff is outstanding. . . Meeting up to hang out with friends, I strongly suggest Post 390.
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Meagan P.

Great experience last night at Post 390. We walked in kind of late, but were able to score the awesome round table in the back corner of the 1st floor. The fire was roaring and the place was full. Our server was really fabulous too. She knew the menu up and down and provided some great suggestions on wine and food. The fried oysters were AWESOME!!
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Mike B.

In a nutshell: The food is pretty good, but everything costs a few bucks more than it should. I had heard quite a bit about Post 390 and was looking forward to meeting a group of old friends out for some food and drinks. We started at the bar and paid nearly $20 for a beer and a glass of wine. I understand it's Boston, but for a casual place, it should have been $15. We were seated for dinner (thanks to an attentive host) and ordered apps. The quesadilla was delicious and the calamari was good, but nothing special. For dinner, the table ordered a mix of burgers (really quite tasty), fish (eh), steak (decent), and flatbread pizza (a nice size/value.) The fries, I should add, are tremendous. The waiter was kind and attentive, but a bit slow. All in all, it's a nice atmosphere and a fun place, but, again, it's not a great value.
(3)
Amelia M.

Mediocre food, Luke warm wait staff. Bar menu was too high maintenance -- one volume for wine and one for cocktails. Ambiance was weird, don't think this place has quite found its place yet.
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Mazen H.

Came for dinner and a good bottle of wine. Was not disappointed, service was exemplary, wine was great, and specially ordered vegetarian meal was superb. The lobster was delicious and complex, highly recommend it
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Joanna F.

My one complaint about this place is that the menu was rather unclear. I ordered the "Smoked Salmon Salad" under the salad portion of the lunch menu. I guess it's actually a sandwich because my waiter asked if I wanted the salad or the sandwich. Since it was under the "salad" portion of the menu, I said salad. Needless to say, I didn't get what I ordered. Instead, I got the grilled salmon salad. Alas, I wasn't paying for it (it was a work outing), so I ate it and it was pretty good. The calamari was also delicious and we all indulged in some desserts which were surprisingly good. I really liked the "Sliver of Dark Chocolate Cake". It really was the perfect amount of dessert without feeling like I was going to explode after. We all headed downstairs for some drinks after and I absolutely love the bar atmosphere here. It's perfect for a cold day because of the toasty fireplaces and their beer list is amazing. I'll be back.
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Ruth F.

I didn't eat here, but I did have a cocktail at the bar. The service was great. The bartenders were great. But... I had the fig and pig cocktail. It was terrible. I actually don't think I have ever had a worse cocktail. Just sayin'. If I eat here, I'll re-review.
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Allan S.

Met friends for drinks & dinner. Outstanding friendly bartender and a good sized and typically noisy bar area. No complaints about dinner, although nothing exceptional either.
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Gisselle H.

The decor is stunning, it has a really modern yet cozy feel . I love places that have a open wine cellar where you can see their extensive wine selection. Hooray!! Browsing from their selection I knew I wouldn't be disappointed. The crowd was all the over 40 + corporate types .sucks!!!!!! If I lived in Boston this would be my Friday Night place to go to aka "the spot" .. The food and the service are excellent which is usually very hard to find. I'm still shocked about how perfect every dish was, there is usually at least one thing wrong in a three course meal. So we started our dinner with calamari along with a glass of Riesling wine, which is usually very hard to find in a lot of restaurants in NY. The calamari was amazing. Their bread is served in a paper bag which I find quite odd. I ordered the 12 ounce sirloin steak , and it was probably one of the best steaks I've had in a while. And now for my favorite and MOST important part of the evening *butterflies*. Our very friendly and lovable waiter approaches our table and says the magic words " Are You ready for dessert". She starts to recommend "The ButterScotch delight" and instantly I started to get excited. OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG, she walks out with one of the best desserts I've had in my life, probably the best I've ever had. The Butterscotch delight is a glass of caramel ice cream, topped with real crispy almonds and whip cream. It comes with a side topping of a caramel and butterscotch cream.. A few minutes later our amazing waiter walks out and brings out a extra plate of toppings; I've had butter pecan ice cream before but this was very different, it was just extraordinary. Overall, my experience here was one of a kind and I would love to do it again.
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Tressan Q.

I'm here in Boston on business. Leaving the office today I said, I just want to get a good meal at a place with some good interesting beer. A co-worker (and Boston local) mentioned this place - said he hadn't been here but it looked cool. So sure, why not. Upon seeing the menu I was a bit weary - a little stuffy for my tastes. I asked our waiter (Peter) about their draft beers and he started rattling them off. I heard bourbon barrel and stopped him. He brought me a taste and I was blown away. YUM! I immediately like the waiter after that - he seemed to know a bit about this interesting beer and thats a plus in my book. On to the food... I ordered the sword fish since honestly, I recognized all of the ingredients. Glad I did... it was cooked perfectly and was DELICIOUS! Next time I'm in town, I would certainly not hesitate to come back here again... food is good, atmosphere is good, and our waiter, Peter, was great!
(5)
Bill A.

Four of us went to Post 390 after the marathon. Other places were booked but Post 390 took us in a half hour which was great. The service was a little slow that night, we had the burgers which were amazing (although at $18 for a cheeseburger with bacon, a little pricey). Extensive craft beer list, including some great draft choices. We prefer to sit downstairs in the bar area with the fireplace and great street view but the upstairs isn't bad either. Overall, not the best value for the price, but food and ambiance among the best in the city for an upscale pub-type menu. Not loving the cauliflower in the guacamole though. Great place--we will be back.
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Lisa I.

Visiting Boston for work, and this place was recommended to us by some locals. They told us that Post 390 was a good restaurant, and one of the cool places to be. Not sure how cool and hip it was, but it was a pretty good experience. Our small group started with the Grilled Cheese and bacon sandwich dip...or something like that. It was basically a cheese dip that was smokey and bacon-y, served with grilled bread. It was good, but we didn't finish the small dish. Their menu was good, but I don't think the execution was there. It seemed they had a seasonal menu, although I'm not sure, and focused on local ingredients. I ordered the Wild Boar Bolognese. The sauce was delicious, thick and rich, perfect for a cold night. The pork was tender and went with the sauce perfectly. Unfortunately the rigatoni was cooked TO DEATH. I feel like rigatoni is a pretty hearty pasta, and there is some leeway there in the cooking time. This was mush. I haven't met a pasta I didn't like, but this might be the exception. I ate around the pasta to get to the delicious sauce. My husband ordered the New York Strip steak with onion jam, and this was pretty awesome. The onion jam just rocked the house. He also ordered a side of mashed potatoes (meh), and a side of deviled eggs. Normally Scott and I would wrestle over the deviled eggs, but these were not worth the rug burns. They looked like the filling had been piped in to the eggs hours ago, and kind of had that discoloration on top from sitting around for hours. I'll pass. My supervisor ordered the lobster, which was a gigantic prehistoric monster. They advertised it at 2 lbs, but it was huge. She says that it was cooked perfectly. I love trying desserts at new places, so we kind of went wild. We had the chocolate spice cake (not worth the cals), the Banana Cream Pie (you put that fork in my pie and we WILL fight), and a small PB&J cupcake (too small to share if you aren't just tasting, but had really good flavor). Spillage?: Nope! I was on good behavior (and in work clothes)....also, the Napkin-Bib helped :-)
(2)
Boston B.

Went there for a birthday bash, the ambiance and the room we were seated in was stunning. The service was good. I hope I could say the same thing for the food. I have to say, I'm never been a picky eater, nor make a habit of posting reviews but alas, it was truly abysmal! The APPETIZERS: the tuna poke was a joke, can't taste the tuna as it's delicate piscine flavor was overpowered by the generous acidic dressing, it might as well be cooked in pork fat which permeates most of the dishes that others had on the table. the southern fried green tomatoes --oy vay ! don't go there it'll ruin your memories of the movie with the same name or memories of your visits to an honest to goodness southern diner. The ENTREES: I had the atlantic salmon. The fish reminded me of a humid day in a pier, barnacles and all, my disappointment rising with each bite. The side it came with, which I like to point out was not mentioned in the menu, was a crucifer of some sort drenched in mayo like a safety blanket with hulking pieces of unwanted bacon from a pig that probably lived near the pier I spoke of earlier. My date was equally unimpressed with veggie lasagna, it was so pale and wet looking. The soggy veggies in between resembled both in appearance and taste to the sautÃ©ed green veggies we asked for as a side dish. It must have been a busy friday night. The deviled duck egg was a joke. I agree with another review's comment that the chef was heavy handed with the truffle oil. All in all, it will be difficult to recommend this restaurant, spend your money elsewhere. Everything was fine until the food came. As my french teacher would say, it's a travesty paying good money for bad food.
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Jackie L.

I love Post 390! This place is great if you're in the mood to splurge, and the first time I came here it was definitely that (sauteed brussel sprouts with bacon, truffle fries, steaks, the works). It was so great, I decided this is where I wanted to go for my all-out Restaurant Week lunch. On a summer Monday, my husband and I were taking a much needed vacation day with no plans except to have a long relaxing lunch at Post 390, and it was everything I could have asked for. I forgot how big and beautiful this place is. Even on a Monday day shift, the inside of the restaurant has an upscale feel. The hosts and hostesses are dressed to the nines, and the waiters are dressed smartly with jeans and collared shirts. Most of the customers were corporate types on their lunch break, and I felt a bit out of place in my day-off attire. They were having a wine special (for Restaurant Week) for $5 a glass, so we each ordered a glass of pinot grigio. The menu for Restaurant Week was expansive with at least 15 choices for entrees. The entree choices were largely not fancy - sandwiches, burgers, and the like. To start I ordered a simple mixed green salad (I almost always order a salad if I'm having a multi-course meal - how else could I finish everything?). The greens were nothing special, but the citrus vinaigrette was really good. For my entree I had a mushroom flat bread with arugula, gruyere, and truffle oil. These are some of my favorite foods and this flat bread was absolutely delicious! I wanted to stop - to save room - but couldn't will myself to stop until I had eaten every morsel on the plate. My husband had the burger which looked meaty and juicy - the perfect steakhouse burger. The real shining star was dessert - a simple slice of banana creme pie. Usually I can take or leave pie, but this dessert will go down in history as one of the best I've ever had. Apparently this is a chef's specialty - the crust was buttery and perfectly browned, the filling banana-y but not too sweet, and the topping a thick layer of dense whipped cream. Once again, I was full, but damned if I was going to let one little bite of that pie go uneaten. I left the restaurant full and happy, returned home and was literally in a food coma for about two hours as I napped on the couch. Great day off. Although my trips to this place will probably be limited to 1-2 times per year, its fantastic and I can't wait to go back.
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Mabel Y.

This is based on one meal. I ordered from the pix fixe menu. The food was great. The tea smoked duck with turnip cake and broccolini was innovative and subtlety Asian inspired. The desserts were typical. Our waiter was attentive and friendly without being overbearing. I loved the decor; I wish I had gotten a table near the fireplace on that cold night.
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Jenessa C.

Food is ok, not exceptional. But, for after work cocktails, both beer & wine lovers will like the place. If you are a beer lover, you will rejoice here. The menu is pages and pages thick. There's a nice Cabernet blend & a Pinot Noir on the wine menu if you like wine. In the winter, I imagine this place is nice, because of the giant fireplace they have in their dining room.
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Wendy C.

I had my first filet mignon here. MMM Their hot fudge sundae is delish! drool I would come here again. I came here with a large group of young folks from work... I don't think they took us too seriously. Service was a little bit slow as well. However, we did go on one of those SEVERE winter storm days in early 2011 maybe they were understaffed.
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Jack M.

This is an expensive, upscale, 2-floor restaurant. We had NO idea what this place was and literally blew in the door last night looking for food. The place was very busy and loud. I noticed right away it was going to be expensive - there's a 360 degree fireplace to your right, lots of dark wood and just a dark restaurant overall. Not one but TWO hosts to the left. I didn't think we'd get a table but they took us upstairs immediately and we got a booth. It was a little quieter upstairs. This is a beautiful modern-y looking restaurant, but I like it. I think most people would like the design of this place. The menu had some impressive items on it. We settled for the beer cheese soup, duck for my friend, monkfish for me, and for desert the cheese plate and the custard. Everything was EXCELLENT. You should have NO DOUBTS as to coming here, you will get excellent food! That beer-cheese-soup-thing was ASTOUNDING. I could have had 10 bowls of that. It had a fried ball of - I have no idea - spinach? broccolini? - in the middle of the bowl. I'm drooling thinking about this dish. Please, get it. The duck was amazing: not only do you get this wonderfully tender slices of duck, but also like corned-duck bits over the vegetables as well. The flavor notes are amazing in this dish and I highly recommend it! The monkfish was astounding too! It's served in this cheese-cream sauce and reminds me very much of the Newfoundland Haddie served at Turner's in Melrose. One of my favorite presentations of white fish ever is this type of sauce. The cheese plate desert was very very nice. And a good finish if you can't handle a sweet desert. The apricot-custard thing was amazing too - nice and light but bright and sweet. Wonderful finish. Great beer selection - for the enthusiasts out there you'll find something unique here. - We loved it. It's expensive, and I almost want to take a star down for that, but "it is what it is" and you certainly cannot fault that amazing food. Hats off to whoever designed these dishes!!!!!
(5)
Courtney F.

Dined here on a Monday night with colleagues and the only thing better than the food was the service. Enjoyed the fried green tomatoes, the little bit of chevre added a different creamy twist. I enjoyed the juicy flavorful chicken breast while having the leg confit - making a chicken dish that much more interesting. But service was fantastic - the server could see I was fussing about which wine I wanted and immediately brought up a taste of a new pinot noir that was divine.
(5)
Chappy B.

This place is great to pop in for a quick drink. I had a casual business meeting here, and we accidentally parked handi-cap.... so two drinks cost about 200 dollars (yeah, don't do that...) I ordered the shaved steak quesadilla and it was excellent, The salad I was less than impressed with... actually, it was terrible. Bathrooms are single unisex but that's always a good sign. Nice and dark so everyone looks a lot better than they do in real life. Personable and attentive staff with a handsome atmosphere. I'll be back.
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Katharine O.

We have been wanting to go Post 390 for a while now and finally got out of our own way and headed into the city for dinner. We started off with cocktails, I got a Kir Royale and he got the Fig n Pig. Our drinks were underwhelming and we realize now that the waiter was subtly trying to steer us away but we didn't pick up on the hint. We did the Farm to Post with the wine pairing and were extremely pleased with our selections, it more than compensated for the poor drinks to start. The evenings farm was a cheese farm in New York so everything was based around some cheeses and while we aren't really cheese connoisseurs we still wanted to give it a try. I had a cheddar and cauliflower soup, he had a lobster tortilla thing(?) over some cheese based something or other ( I couldn't even tell you what it was) but we both loved those. Then we had the duck, which was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. It came with some herbed belgian waffle side, which was good but really crunchy. Brussels sprouts were cooked very well also. For dessert I got the chocolate bread pudding, which was the absolute perfect way to finish the meal. I wasn't super hungry and didn't want anything too rich and this was just the right size and wasn't overly rich at all. He had the bavarian creme dessert that was on the Farm2Post menu, reported it as being so good I was not allowed to have a bite. Our service was excellent, the atmosphere was really nice- but we were off in a quiet room with a fire place, I would imagine that sitting out in the other area is really loud and an entirely different feel but it was perfect for us and "date night." We will definitely go back, and just stick to wine and beer most likely- or ask for a suggestion from the server.
(4)
Lauren S.

I went to Post 390 for a birthday dinner last year--I had a hefty gift certificate and several friends to help me spend it. We came away with a pretty awful impression of the place. My first complaint was that the drinks seemed barely alcoholic. If a 5'7" 120lbs girl who skipped lunch isn't just a teensy-bit schnackered after two of your strongest drinks, you're doing something very, VERY wrong. I polled the group afterwards, and the consensus was that everyone was left feeling distinctly dry. It was really bizarre, especially because it seems to be known as a night-spot. For whom, I ask: Quakers? The food was also a disappointment. The menu was full of descriptions of comfort food with a fine-dining twist. Sounds awesome! But when the food arrives, it's just plain-jane pub food. I've had better fish & chips at seafood shacks, and they didn't cost me $35 a pop. Finally, when I got up to use the ladies room, my fellow diners flagged down our server and informed him it was my birthday, and asked if he could arrange anything special for me. He brought out a decadent slice of chocolate something-or-other with candles--which was great, until it showed up on my bill. I don't know...maybe I'm old-fashioned, but if I've spent a couple hundred dollars on food and drinks, would it kill you to comp a piece of chocolate cake on a customer's birthday? Especially on an item she didn't explicitly order? It seemed a little classless for a restaurant whose prices seem to indicate they think they're hot stuff. They get one star back for nice ambiance, but overall I was confused why anyone would think this was a nice restaurant. Sounds like they've changed the menu since I went last year, and maybe that's a good sign. But this place struck me as an ambitiously designed new restaurant that lacks direction. The food, ambiance, prices, clientele, and service did not seem to match, and the result was a confusing mess of a birthday dinner.
(2)
Tanya A.

I was looking for a place to have a nice dinner, and came across a mention of Post 390 on a blog, extolling the virtues of its Farm-to-Post prix fixe menu. I took a look and at $48 for a three-course meal featuring local fruit, it looked pretty good! We got to the restaurant and were immediately impressed by the ambience and spacious interior. Upon being seated, we were given two brioche muffin-shaped rolls. At first I looked for butter but quickly realized that it was totally unnecessary. The brioche was AMAZING-- soft, buttery, with a hint of salt and a nice yeasty background flavor. I could've eaten a whole basket-ful. The prix fixe menu had two options for each of the three courses-- not the widest variety, but everything looked great so we were happy to just get one of each course to split between the two of us. We also got the wine pairings for an extra $17 (not bad!) First course was a Thai-influenced curried squash soup, garnished with what tasted like cilantro oil and a spoonful of crabmeat. It was excellent-- just enough coconut and spice in the background to make it interesting, without losing the sweetness of the squash. The other option was a roasted beet and pear salad with beef cheeks and bleu cheese. The pears were overly sweet for my taste, but the beets were perfectly cooked and the croutons were tiny slices of toasted bread with cheese and some sort of veggie puree on them-- a nice touch. Not as good as the soup, though. Second course was duck with plums and what tasted like caramelized onions and sauteed red cabbage, with roasted fingerling potatoes and pearl onions. It was very good-- the duck was tender and not too fatty, and the plums had a nice tartness that cut through the sweetness of the rest of the vegetables. The other option was a pan-fried skate with sauteed greens (I think mustard greens?), mushrooms, and a squash-filled ravioli. The skate needed a bit of salt but the greens were nice and garlicky and the ravioli was tasty. I'm never a fan of mushrooms so I can't really comment on those. Dessert was a pumpkin maple pot de creme with whipped cream and tiny palmiers. Smooth, creamy, good maple flavor. The other one was more interesting-- puff pastry triangles with bacon caramel and bacon powder, with some diced raw green apple (very tart) and some diced fried apple (sweeter and softer). It all worked well together. All in all, it was a very nice meal, in a very nice restaurant, for a reasonable price. We'll definitely come again!
(5)
sheila B.

Enjoyed a wonderful window seat with the family today at Post 390 for brunch. The fireplace was lit and the snow was falling, it was a perfect setting. Our waiter today was Matthew. He was phenomenal, very attentive but not overly bothersome. He was spot on,so was the food and drinks. I enjoyed blueberry pancakes that were filled with blueberries and real maple syrup. Delish ! Eggs Benedict, salmon salad, omelette etc. all were great. We had 2 vegetarians with us and they too had no problem with choosing a brunch item! Size of plates very generous. Will definitely be back for brunch. Have been twice for dinner with no complaints as well.
(4)
Liana K.

After a brutal one block walk in the rain by the hancock tower, you walk in and instantly feel at ease despite. Post 390 is a gem in the backbay from an old post office where old time comfort charm and backbay luxury come together. Came here for Summer 2010 RW and as I am staring down at my lunch already full (leftovers from last night) our waiter was not kidding when he said the portions are huge. The first course was jumbo shrimp with an insane amount of batter (but that came easily off to reveal delicious extra jumbo shrimp. The main dish was relatively lightly buttered trout which after eating the second half today I still have enough for a 3rd day leftovers. and for dessert, your eyes dash through the menu trying to decide ice cream sundae, no key lime pie, no ice cream, waiter is waiting for your final answer as you slowly mumble key lime pie. And no it did not disappoint!
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Leighann F.

The last thing you expect when you hear a beautiful new restaurant space is opening up in Back Bay is the appearance of an affordable yet chic, cozy yet sexy, delicious yet not bank-breaking, fabulous yet not-too-exclusive eatery/bar/lounge that you actually like to go to...with your friends, coworkers and maybe even some family here and there. After a few drinks, dinners and general evenings of revelry at Post 390, it's easy for me to say that there's a lot to appreciate about this spot. From the food prices and the cocktail selection, to the suspiciously affordable wine and even the warm service, there is a level of consistency and experience here pretty much unheard of at this price point. Though you can certainly have a better meal in this city, Post 390 offers some interesting items worth checking out, like a huge (like, embarrassingly giant) Kobe beef hot dog, Plymouth succotash, beer-and-bacon mac n' cheese, and sour cream biscuits. Some of the more basic items miss the mark. The calamari, for instance, is overly salted, greasy and rubbery in texture. The deviled eggs were also not something I'd order again...a little on the small side and just not as well-plated or as fresh as the other dishes. Very decent cocktails, including some classic numbers and a few specialties, round out the experience at Post 390. I've noticed on each occasion that the bar/lounge area is always ridiculously crowded, so grabbing a table is a better bet, whether you're just grabbing a few drinks, snacking on apps or gobbling down a full-out meal.
(4)
Kelsey F.

So this review is currently only based on an after work for drinks visit. As soon as I walked in to Post 390 I got a warm fuzzy feeling inside. There is a huge fireplace on the main floor that makes the atmosphere absolutely perfect for a cold fall or winter night. The bar wasn't full so we pulled some (comfy) stools right up and were happily greeted by the lovely bartender Mike. He steered us in the right direction for our wine selection and made sure to always keep our glasses full. I hear the food here is also great so will definitley be back for dinner!!
(5)
Joseph H.

Excellent beer selection, very nice atmosphere/interior design, okay food. Great place for after work drinks and appetizers. For a sit-down dinner, the food is decent, but nothing amazing. A little on the pricey side for what you get, but the beer selection will keep me coming back.
(4)
Jim R.

Pros: - Hip, modern interior with fire pit and high ceilings. - Usually packed from 7 - 10 with 30s to 50s professionals - Two separate bars means its never hard to get a drink - Table service at the bars Cons: - The tables in the restaurant are EXTREMELY close together - They change the menu constantly and seem to remove the best stuff - There are SIX totally different menus depending on day of week, time of day and whether you're at the bar or restaurant Post 390 is in the same building as my apartment (The Clarendon) so I've been there 20+ times since I moved in in January 2010. I must say that the quality has gone consistently downhill since the place opened. My first visit to Post was in fall 2009 before I moved into The Clarendon. I took a client to the restaurant for dinner. The food was amazing although I have to say they really pack the tables together tightly. You can barely get out of an inside seat without bumping into the table next to you. And it gets almost too noisy to talk. Despite this, my client loved the food and ambience, and so did I. Post 390 was one of the reasons I bought a place at The Clarendon. Post has two bars (upstairs and downstairs) which are usually packed with business types after work from 6PM to around 10PM, then it clears out. Saturday and Sunday are pretty slow at the bars. My biggest complaint with Post is their constant changing of the menus--for the worse! Today they actually have SIX different menus. One for weekday lunch that's valid 11:30 to 2:30, one for dinner (but only in the restaurant) one for dinner in the bar, one for "late night" and mid-afternoon in the bar, one for Sunday brunch and one for kids. When I first started going to Post I fell in love with their "signature dishes" the Kobe Beef Hot Dog, Four-Cheese Macaroni, Tuna Tartare, Traditional Baked Beans with Chunks of Bacon and Deviled Eggs. These dishes are really amazing so much that I'd actually have them delivered to my place sometimes. During the course of seemingly endless menu "revisions" over the past few years, all of these items were removed from the dining menu. I virtually begged them to bring back the Kobe Beef Hotdog, but they said they couldn't guarantee a quality supply. Finally these items are back on the menu, but for some inexplicable reason ONLY on weekdays from 11:30 to 2:30. Since I don't work in the city, I'll never get to taste them again. Why would you limit availability of sucn great items to only 3 hours a day, 5 days a week? This is simply a bonehead decision by a restaurant manager who thinks he's being "creative" with the menu. The food available in the evenings is mostly "me-too" uninspired dishes that are overpriced, the tables are very close together and the noise level is high. I would not recommend it for a romantic dinner or client entertainment but it would be good for a gathering of friends. Just be prepared for a pricey bill!
(2)
Thomas N.

lunch recently and were very impressed, place was very busy, and i guess my only criticism would be that the seating was pretty tight, at least in the area we were in.....drinks were very good and different, burger was great as was the caesar salad with salmon, service was pleasant and they are smart enough to give you a water bottle so you can keep your own glasses full.....nice place!!
(4)
Mindy L.

The boyfriend and I decided to go out for a nice date night on Saturday and wanted to try something new. I remembered Post 390 and made the suggestion. We arrived sans reservations at 7:15ish and were told that there was about a 1-hour wait. We weren't starving and the place looked cool enough that we decided to stick it out. We headed to the first floor bar and just as we ordered drinks the two ladies in front of us at the bar got up and left so we were able to sit down. We nursed a couple drinks and finally 1-hour later we were seated... ...in the chilliest corner of the dining room. There was a distinct wind coming from the ceiling. We had waited for such a long time that when we brought it up and the waiter said they only thing they could do was move us, there was little else to do but suck it up. Onto food...the waiter came over and told us the specials and we ordered the Duck Potstickers with Blackberry Hoisin sauce. The potstickers came out before the waiter came back to take our dinner order. We did notice that the dining room was packed and he was stretched thin so we forgave this small transgression. For dinner, I ordered the Buttermilk Fried Chicken and he got the Meatloaf...and we decided to go all out and split the Goat Cheese and Kalamata Olive flatbread as well. The flatbread is AH-MAZING and I highly recommend. My fried chicken was also phenomenal. The sides it comes with (biscuit and coleslaw) were 50/50. The biscuit was great...the coleslaw was mediocre. We affectionately dubbed the meatloaf "meatloaf cordon bleu" because it was a veritable treasure chest when cracked open. In then center was gooey yummy cheese wrapped up in a cut of ham. The green beans and potatos on the side were great. We were stuffed...I mean...STUFFED leaving Post 390. The total bill for our meal (including one glass of wine) totaled $73.00. Not a bad deal. I'd like to come again for a second tasting and get a better sense of what this place is all about!
(3)
Elizabeth D.

Love the decor of this place, especially the fire place. I also really appreciated the offering of house filtered water. Finally, a place that embraces the choice of tap water over bottled! Add to it a delightful glass of Riesling, their Peking duck potstickers, and their Winter Restaurant Week special of pulled duck and pappardelle and you've got yourself a new fan. My friend ordered a flatbread that I was dying to try except she ordered the one with the olives and I hate olives. Guess I'll just have to return and order one of my own. Darn...
(4)
Noshii R.

Been there a few times...I always have a fun time. It has a good crowd; young professionals who are not all smarmy. Good food and a late night menu that is very well priced. Might just have to start going there more often.
(4)
Kyle P.

Hip vibe, chic atmosphere. We just came for the drinks, which were nice and strong. If you are seated upstairs, try to get a window seat, it is fun to people watch.
(3)
Travis D.

I've been wanting to try Post 390 for some time now, and tonight we finally did. I can't believe that we took so long to get here. The meal was fantastic and absolutely should be tried. They appear to have a bar with a different menu on the 1st floor, but we had dinner on the 2nd floor and everything we had was delicious. The service from start to finish was superb and when we had an issue (minor one) they addressed it immediately without question and comp'd the item in question without prompting. Forgetting that one transgression (which is the only reason I deducted one star from my rating), the most interesting thing about each of our meals were the unique flavors - their uniqueness started with the cocktails (the Grape Excess and the Loosen Mai-Tai were both amazing!) and carried through the entire meal for each of us. We had our young kids with us this evening, and even their meals were excellent - the meatballs, for example, were incredibly flavorful and rival, if not surpass, any homemade meatball I've ever tasted. The kitchen was very accommodating to requests for modifications, etc., particularly for my wife's gluten allergy. All-in-all, I was pleasantly surprised and saddened that we hadn't tried Post 390 sooner. If you have the chance and want a tremendous meal with fantastic flavors, I encourage you to go during your next sojourn into Boston.
(4)
Alexa D.

Restaurant week is my favorite holiday. On the last day of this holiday, I wanted to try something in the area. So I head to Post 390. They could not have made the area more beautiful. Several warm, welcoming fireplaces and a smiling host stand. There's a lot to be said for a nice hostess. I chose the Raw bar app, Lasagna, and the poached pear with almond slices. The raw bar was excellent, and more than I expected for restaurant week. However, my lasagna, consisting of mushrooms, cheese and kale was wayyy to heavy on the mushrooms to the point where it overpowered everything else. My boyfriend had the salmon, which was incredible. We both had desserts, and each one was exceptional. The poached pear with almond slices sat almost on an almond flavored pound cake. My boyfriend's dessert was accented by peanut butter flavored caramel and cashews! Delicious!
(4)
Scott B.

Went here for a company outing. Very nice restaurant. Had some calamari as an app, lightly fried, fresh peppers, and perfectly cooked. Got fish and chips for my lunch. Fish was fresh and tasty. It was fried lightly with not to much oil left over. Tartar sauce was good blend. And fries were tasty. I had to end it with the banana foster. very good, I think I licked the plate clean. I left with my stomach full and a smile on my face. Very good!
(5)
JD D.

A spacious and clean bar/restaurant with friendly staff and an impressive selection of beers, but a bit lacking in personality/atmosphere. I came here with a group on a Saturday night. Beer ranges from Miller High Life bottles to high end craft brews. Our group ordered flat breads, calamari, and the mac & cheese. I didn't try any of it but it all looked pretty good. Post 390 is easily forgettable, though, a little too upscale/bland for my tastes. I would recommend to someone looking for a nice restaurant/bar in Back Bay, though.
(3)
Julie R.

I think this place is my new fave restaurant in the Back Bay area. I couldn't wait to try it out. I tried to make a reservation on opentable for a Sat night but it was booked all night. When calling on the phone they said they could take us at the time we wanted, 8:30pm. Entering the restaurant, I was so impressed with its style. Very modern decor. A sophisticated crowd. The high ceilings really open the space up even more. We were led up to the second floor to our table. I noticed each floor had its own kitchen, so it was like 2 restaurants in 1. The menu looked great. I love comfort food and was pleased to see some good options, along with steaks and seafood options for those looking for something lighter. We decided to get some oysters and an appetizer to start. We got 6 Wellfleets and the tuna tartare. The Wellfleets were great, they have a lot of flavor and are a medium size. The tartare was one of the best I had. It had a spicy kick from the wasabi cream below it. It came with 2 sesame wafers to scoop it up. A good amount to share for only $13. Warm bread was brought over to the table in a little paper bag. The soft butter spread melted right on it. For my entree I couldn't resist getting the beer and bacon mac and cheese. I figured since my boyfriend was getting ribs we could share everything. The mac was so delicious. Creamy goodness in a little cast iron skillet, topped with fennel and bread crumbs. You can definitely taste the bacon and beer in it. The beer taste was not heavy, just a nice touch along with the bacon and cheese. It was unlike any others I've had in restaurants. I ate about half of it and was full. I definitely recommend this dish and for $15 you can even get it as a side to share. My boyfriend raved about the ribs. They were prepared "St. Louis" style, as it said on the menu. Not sure what that style it but they were great. It was about half a rack cut into 2. He describes it as fall off the bone savory and I agreed. Mixed drinks were poured in large glasses and can you say stiff? I ended up having 1 with dinner which would of been like 2 at another place. The wine list was huge, evenly chosen with US and European wines. Service was very professional, I expected service to be slow since the restaurant was at capacity and they just opened but it was just the opposite. Our items were timed out perfectly. The bus people were quick to bring out items when they were ready. This was a great meal. I thoroughly thought this 5 stars out and feel very pleased with the rating. When we walked out we both said, its been a while since we had a killer meal like that...and for under $100!
(5)
Behr H.

Stopped in late Friday night with some friends. It was quiet for a Friday night. Ordered some beer and some appetizers. The food arrived before the beer. The food was finished and we still had not received the beer. Had to stop a busboy to ask where the waiter was with the drinks. He eventually shows up with them. Ordered a couple of more appetizers. One showed up, the other didn't. Again no sign of waiter. Eventually he shows up and asks if we received our second appetizer yet. We hadn't. He goes and gets it. $22 for a six shrimp cocktail seemed way high. A beautiful space but its no wonder its almost empty on a Friday night. I've never experienced such disjointed service.
(2)
Chris K.

I love to love this place (who doesn't love a fireplace in the winter), but this past experience wasn't up to par. I found the drink list lacking. The server (who was great) recommended "The Pear Drink," which was way too sweet and just didn't taste that good, but he couldn't recommend anything better. However, the Thymes drink and the L'Orange were both tasty and interesting, and the three of us ended up ordering L'Oranges for the rest of the night. We ordered some things off of the raw bar menu, which we were super excited about. They were carrying a Kusshi oyster, which was superb, but the Island Creeks, Wellfleets, and others were shucked horrendously, and I ended up with a mouthful of shell bits. 3 times. Yuck. Anyway the scallop ceviche was no good. Not sure why; just did not taste like... much of anything. The tuna app off the raw bar menu was good though. The flatbread was scrumptious. The veggie pasta with mushrooms and squash (or sweet potatoes?) was ridiculously amazingly good and I will go back for it soon. And the bread pudding was gone in 0.5 seconds... However, when push comes to shove, for $230 for 3 people, I would have expected a better overall experience.
(3)
Julie C.

I can't get enough Post 390. The Dark & Stormys here rock my world. The music here rocks too. Such an eclectic variety. Note to Jared the manager that was not onsite the night of 10/28/09, I want the mix you made, it was totally awesome. The staff tried to help when I asked for the name and artist of song but failed miserably since I had to ask 2 different ppl. Our server was a total ditzball. She was totally nice and cool but boy, she definitely played the blond hair well. Ok, lets start at the beginning, it's a Wednesday evening, I am trying to set up a blind date with 2 of my friends. BF & I get there just a little before 745p . Post 390 is busy! What! We give the hostess our name and ask for a table for 4, they said we would probably be seated close to 8 or a little after. No problem, we were waiting for friends anyway. Umm, the only thing though, when you give your name, they won't call you when your table is ready. The bf has to check back with him every 10 minutes. Unless, this was only happening to our party. Finally they said our table was ready and we were going to be seated upstairs. So our party waits and one of the hostess, there are now 4 of them standing around the small desk, and one of them runs upstairs and another tells us she is checking on our table. Its already about 820p. Girl who ran upstairs runs back down but does not utter a word to us or says anything to the other girls. Ok, we then waited another 5-10 minutes for our table that is suppose to ready. We stood around and waited without anyone saying a word to us after they told us our table was ready. Ok girls, stop looking pretty and tell us if our table is ready or not, we could be at the bar drinking than standing waiting for someone to talk. It was clear that one girl was in charge and the other 3 were her bitches. She ran the hostess table but rather poorly. Finally, our table was ready. And guess what! We got seated downstairs! WTF! So unorganized. Hire some girls who know how to man table reservations. So introduce our waitress/server. Again she was incredibly nice and when conquered with a question, most of the time she came with an answer but a lot of the time, she went MIA. But she did a pretty good job at making sure our drinks were never empty for more than a hot minute. The food here is incredible. Comes on in a timely fashion love the artichoke dip and tuna tartar. Even thought some ppl here are wacked. I still love you post 390.
(5)
Jennifer B.

I signed up for yelp just so I could warn other families about this restaurant. They have a kids menu on their website so I thought it would be a nice and kid friendly brunch spot of\\for the family to celebrate Granny's birthday. Boy was I wrong! They asked if we needed a high chair for my 2 year old and then brought me a highchair covered with a thick layer of dust and left me to clean it! When I asked them for the kids menu they couldn't find it! Thankfully I remembered that they had grilled cheese on it and ordered that for my kids to split. When I asked them for plastic cups and straws for my 2 little ones (daughter is 3) they looked at me with a dazed and confused look. It took about 30 minutes for them to find cups! And service was soooooo slow. We waited 1 hour for our eggs! And the restaurant was nearly empty!! Never again!!!
(1)
Jeremy D.

I was only here for drinks but the drink menu is pretty spectacular. The variety of great beers alone are worth a visit.
(5)
Mark V.

I live a few blocks from Post 390, so this review is based on a dozen or so visits. Attentive bartenders, tasty cheeseburgers, & a cool bar area in the winter with the roaring fireplace. Try the Mai Tai.
(4)
Mike G.

Post 390 has that sleek, big city look & was bustling on a recent weeknight. took some hungry french clients here for dinner who typically avoid anything gallic this side of the atlantic, the menu of good 'ol american was just the thing. grilled flatbread and fried calamari were tasty starters to-share. and all were pretty content with the lamb t-bone w/ minted veg, grilled skirt steak&fries and roast lemon-garlic chicken w/ spinach&mash. PuMpkin Pie, my first this season was mousse-y light, quite good. the apple cider and boston tea ketel cocktails were also worth a return. so had more of that last saturday. the brews were just as good and the scene just as chill.
(4)
Patrick D.

My girlfriend and I went here because we saw a former chef on Food Network and we decided to give it a try. We went for oysters, entrees, dessert and coffee afterwards. The main thing about this place is it is EXPENSIVE. $116 for two people for that amount of food. Granted, the oysters by themselves were $36, but still. Anyway, great selection of 4 kinds of oysters, all very fresh, I had the grilled swordfish with white beans which was alright, not spectacular, and my date got the veggie ravioli which was delicious. Wine list is incredible, even though we're too young to sample it *cries* The ambiance was very nice and the kitchen was exposed which was very cool. Service was amazing, not pesky, always smiling and very attentive. For dessert, we got the almond cake with brown butter ice cream which was tasty but the portion was quite small, especially for two people. Coffee was a great way to top off the meal, good coffee for a place that doesn't specialize in it. Overall, a good date spot, but even better for classy group outings with friends.
(4)
Milee S.

I don't know how I feel about this place. I wasn't impressed, and it certainly didn't have a Boston restaurant feel to it; more like a wannabe Manhattan feel. We had no reservation for a cold Saturday evening, and had no wait either! Liked how they took our coats for us; a nice touch. We were seated near the bar, and the place did fill up considerably while we were there. The mix of people was very strange; families (yes!), couples, groups of friends, dates, girlfriends, the post 50 crowd. Not diverse in the least, but that's not their fault. We started with drinks; I had a really nice Riesling and my friend had a Cosmo. The menu is big and very "meat" heavy. So not a place for Vegetarians. I had the buttermilk fried chicken and my friend had crab cakes with brussel sprouts. We were given really yummy bread and butter, but the presentation was really lacking (it came in a brown paper bag!). The meal was huge! I got 4 big pieces of chicken, a buttermilk biscuit and some random jelly. It was too big for me to finish actually. The chicken was a little tough for me though; i didn't enjoy it as much as I expected to. My friend's crab cake portion looked TINY! We skipped desserts as we had a show to catch. I doubt I'll be back to re-try this place; it's not bad, but not great.
(3)
Stacy S.

My friends and I had a great time here last Friday. We were in the bar. The ambiance is nice, and everyone enjoyed being there. After reading the reviews, I would like to try the food. Definitely stop by if in the neighborhood. Enjoy!
(4)
Trip B.

3.5 if i could. There is a current craze of quality comfort food and this place is a very strong indicator of this movement. First off, I love the space, its got a London-esque light fixture thing working with an open kitchen that over looks the main dining area. The plates that I tasted were nicely proportioned and were very approachable. I started with a spicy red tomato gazpacho with some slightly under seasoned baby rock shrimp. Not feeling too hungry, I had an appetizer for dinner and a side. The calamari, which I've grown fatigued by in concept, was very pleasantly cooked and had a nice kick of fresh jalapenos. In addition, being the start of summer and I all, I got the side of deviled eggs which too have become a trend that I heartily endorse. All in all, given the fact I went with a big party, it was a very pleasant experience and I'll go back. Of the places in the immediate area, I hope Post has a shelf life. I just wish they would push the envelope a bit more gastronomically.
(3)
Seth G.

I'd give this place a solid 4 stars, were it not for the server. On a recent business trip we ended up here on a recommendation from one of our local clients. Kind of an upscale with a modern feel, but still small and cozy, and with a great fireplace to boot. We had a fairly large party, and after a little re-arranging of our reservation we were seated and started to dig in. I had one of the signature cocktails, the haymarket, which was a decent, clear-whiskey based concoction. Both of my traveling companions had the 'house-smoked bacon-infused' bourbon & fig cocktail, on the recommendation of our server. Both ended up sending them back...blech! Next time we'll just ask for a bottle of liquid smoke and save $30. Dinner and apps were pretty delicious, being in Boston I felt compelled to get something ocean-based, and the lobster roll did not disappoint. Fresh! Followed up by a tasty coconut pot du creme for dessert, and it was a quite fine meal! Why the 3 stars then you ask? Well, sometimes I just can't get past mediocre service. When you're serving a large group, you're going to get a large tip, but I DO expect the basics to be covered--waters refilled, drinks ordered, etc. Anyway, yeah. not awesome. Food = great, service = not great.
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Nicole R.

I really liked Post. Solid menu, gorgeous decor. I do wish they had more veg options (but when do i not?). Not the best dinner I've ever had in my life, but a place I would certainly return gladly. Service: Quick & friendly. Our waiter was super nice and really helpful re: recommendations for my vegetarian self. Decor: Rich and woody. Feels like a fancy chalet or cabin, warm fires everywhere. Loved the big windows looking out onto Copley square. Also, I love a good chandelier and these were not lacking. Drinks: So the wine was like...super well priced. I am not sure why. But I am definitely a fan. The cocktail menu looked great, but didn't try any so I can't speak specifically to it. Food: If you get nothing else, get the brussels. We ordered extras. No joke. They were amazing. I had the fettucini with chanterelles. I could have eaten so much more of this. Oh god it was so good. Aside from the fact that it was basically all of my favorite foods combined in one dish, it was really well-executed. Meat-eater boyfriend got the roasted chicken, about which he could not stop raving. I tried the cauliflower puree underneath, which was a bit TOO truffley but still good. Will definitely return.
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Nicole S.

Another visit to Post 390 does not disappoint. I purposefully ordered new things even though I really wanted to have a repeat visit with their bacon beer mac and cheese just so I could try something new and not get into my typical same thing rut. Being that I had a late lunch I keep to 2 small things- an order of fries with chipotle ketchup and their french onion soup. The fries were average but the ketchup was phenomenal. The smoky flavor really jumped out and hooked me so much that I requested another side of it. I felt the fries were a confused mix of shoe string and wedge- crunchy like shoestring but thick like a wedge. I think they could have been better if they were thinner. The soup was absolutely fantastic with a rich broth, plenty of onions, crisp bread and a rich layer of a broiled cheese on the top. Get this. I can seem me coming back for this again and again, esp in the fall and winter when I need a seasonal pick me up. Again the service was great. A nice waiter who was on his game when it came to taking our drink and food orders, as well as checking in with us for water refills and making sure our meal was okay. Great service+great food= great night out.
(5)
Jon H.

Ever since this building opened up across the street from the office I've been dying to go there. At last, Thursday night we rolled up to Post for a dinner and drinks for four - right off the bat you can see this place is poppin. The decor is very chic and stylish, screaming business lunches and after work starched collar drinks. The wine list is pretty decent, 1 each of the major reds/whites you'd want to try with a variety of mixed cocktails. I was surprised when I ordered an Old Fashioned they recommended a couple of different types of bourbon I could choose from. After a few drinks, we started off with the crab and spinach dip, which doubled the amount of bread loafs on our table (I would have preferred more pita chips). The crab was loaded, the spinach and cheese was tasty - but in the end it wasn't enough to justify the $13 price tag....still good though. We ended up going with two Burgers (medium rare), a southern buttermilk fried chicken, arugula and goat cheese flat bread, and a side of mashed potatoes (I know....we didn't get the bacon shallot mac & cheese...next time). The burger was cooked a little over, but still plentiful and tasty. Nice touch of added roasted peppers and jalapenos. Sides were meh (fries / coleslaw). The fried chicken wasn't too greasy and wasn't too batter-y. Good flavor, well cooked, and meaty. The pizza was tasty but a little too heavy on the oil. Unfortunately that's all I had to say. The food was pretty meh, maybe above average to good. The prices are pretty high, so expect to spend about $20-$25 per an entree. Still though, combined with the atmosphere, location, style, and decent drinks, Post is still a place to consider one fo the better after work joints.
(4)
Patricia H.

First time at Post 390. excellent meal, nice decor and the service was great. Will definitely return
(4)
Lisa I.

I used to work right near here, so we would go a lot for work lunches or dinners. I really want to like it here because it's so convenient, but I just haven't had anything I like. I find most of their dishes to be really heavy and smothered in sauce. There aren't really any good lighter lunch options. Their selection overall is pretty minimal. They have fewer than 10 entrees and tend to be really heavy on fish/steak. Not a whole lot of chicken/veggie/pasta/salad options. The atmosphere and decor are good, so I'll give them that.
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charlotte J.

Loved it! It was a business crowd, not a bunch of young hipsters but not uptight. The ambience was wonderful with the wood and brick and the fireplace. We sat in the bar downstairs and orders the chips/salsa, hamburger and fish n'chips. The chips/salsa were also served with goat cheese, I've never considered that for chips before but it was delicious! the Fish batter was light and crispy and didn't have that greasy, mouth coating feel to it. My partner got the hamburger because he's heard raves about it and, I have to say, from the bite I snatched it is well worth raving about. All in all we had a wonderful, grown up night out with some friends. The ambience was right, the food was delicious, the service was attentive and prompt - even with it being a busy time of the evening. I'll definitely go back
(5)
Turner H.

I hang out in the Back Bay quite a bit, and I've always wanted to like this place more... Unfortunately I've had too many experiences with rude wait staff and severely over priced... well, everything. It's beautiful inside but that's about all I can say.
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Moxie M.

I'd eaten at Post 390 once before, but during lunch mid-week. I thought it was great, and wanted to try it out for the dinner shift with some family who came to town. Fussy family, to be precise. My expectations were surpassed. We arrived earlier than our reservation, so we sat at the bar for some drinks. The service was outstanding, the musky-looking, somewhat manly dÃ©cor warm and inviting. The drinks were great, too. Expensive and inventive, but that's a cocktail in any city restaurant, so nothing out of the ordinary there. When we were brought to our table upstairs, it was positioned directly across form the kitchen. I saw another party complain when seated in the area, they thought it was too high-traffic. We loved it--you could see all the action in there, and the kitchen is kept very clean, and the chefs and cooks seem to have a great rapport. Anyway, the food. The food was outstanding. Well-prepared, whether the plain steak with a side of nothing one family member ordered specially, or the interpretive veggie lasagna I had. Everything was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The only thing better than the food was our server. He was quick, clever, and knew how to blend the right amount of sarcasm with ass-kissing for the more high-maintenance at the table. The bathrooms were pretty nice, too. I only mention it because I was living through a horrendous cold that weekend and had to blow my poor nose upwards of 8,000 times. So, if you're looking for a nice night out in the Back Bay/Theater District stretch, try Post 390. Bring the flyer miles card, though, you'll earn your rewards fast!
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Garth S.

I've spent enough time at Post 390 to know that I don't like it. It's certainly pretty enough, especially if you're seated by the windows in the upstairs dining room, but the service is usually slow and I've never found anything on the menu that blew my socks off. In fact, with the possible exception of a couple of appetizers, the food is pretty average; or, perhaps, the prices lead one to expect more. Post 390 is long on style but short on value and substance. Maybe it's OK if you have a corporate expense account or a date who's easily impressed but for the average guy, it's just not worth it. If you must go, stop in around five (any later and it's packed with after-work folk and quasi-sophisticates) for a cocktail before going somewhere else to eat.
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Haley M.

*(get the banana cream pie) The service was great and the menu is really accommodating with out being intimidating. *(again, get the banana cream pie) The raw bar was fresh and our meals were all pretty solid (minor overcooked steak and pasta drowned with too much cheese aside). But for the LOVE of GOD, get the Banana Cream Pie. If nothing else, just go the bar and order this. Get a glass of wine, get a water, get a side of prime rib, I don't really care...just please get that pie. I don't think I've ever inhaled anything so fast or loved any dessert as much.
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Q L.

Had a really bad dinner here last night. Order the flat iron steak medium well and it camed out charred and bitter. Then our waiter disappeared not to be seen again. My co-worker had the swordfish. She ate every bite except for the rice. Said it was it undercooked and had crunchy parts to it. I can't recommend this place. There are too many places to choose from.
(1)
Jessica P.

Two friends and I went for their BBQ Sundays where they offer a menu with assorted items that you would find at a BBQ - burger ($7), oysters ($1), mussels ($5), macaroni salad, potato salad, deviled eggs ($3-5) and some other items. They also offer the Narragansett summer ale in cans in a bucket (5/$15) but they were all out when we went and had replaced them with Miller High Lifes - yaaa I'm all set thanks, bummer wine it is then. We got a bunch of oysters which seemed very fresh, the mussels whose broth was delicious, we were sopping it up with the bread, a burger that was huuuge (but if you wanted cheese that was +$1) and then I also ordered there asparagus soup. Omg this was the star for me. It was served cold in a large bowl and it was absolutely amazing. It was the perfect consistancy, not too thick not too soupy and came with this little magical pile of cold fresh crabmeat in the center, topped with whipped ricotta and I think it was sprinkled paprika. I think it only took me two minutes to eat because it was that good I couldnt stop. I will definitely get the asparagus soup again when I go. The BBQ is a great deal on Sundays and I think Mondays too from 3pm-close for the rest of summer. It's nice just for trying and sharing some yummy treats when you dont want to spend a ton but still want great food. Server was a sweetheart and didnt rush us at all and was always filling up our water which was nice.
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Saba N.

So last time I reviewed Post 390 I thought all the other yelpers out there that had given this spot a bad review were crazy. I kept reading iffy things about the service, and when I went last month I was nothing short of impressed. HOWEVER, this time, I TOTALLY get what the reviewers are saying. Wow. My waiter was SO rude. He basically forgot about us, and rarely checked on us after we received our meal. I had gotten oysters for an appetizer, and they had brought out the entrees before a busboy noticed they they hadn't taken my plate away. Awful! The worst part was, my dad asked our waiter for a picture and he told us to hang on a few minutes. We agreed.. and he NEVER CAME BACK. So when he was nearby, I quickly asked him again if we could take a picture.. again, he brushed us off and told us in a minute. At dessert, he grabbed the camera and said eh was ready now.. but by then it was too late. So, in the end, I guess it's hit or miss with Post 390. Not sure I'd go back. Oh, and the food was alright. nothing spectacular.
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Jennifer S.

Post 390 is definitely a welcome addition to the Boston restaurant scene. There really is nothing else like this place in Boston, and it draws a crowd for obvious reasons. i love the idea of an urban tavern and post 390 certainly lives up to that description. It's cozy but open and modern at the same time. i came with a girlfriend on a Wednesday night right after work and got a great spot at the bar right near the fire place. there was already a good crowd of people despite the bad weather- in fact it almost seemed like that was the draw- finally a cozy place to relax in the city during the cold winter months. cocktail menu is very cool, and I was tempted to try their hot apple cider & tequila drink but i went for the St. James cocktail w/ Bacardi and st. germain liquor. it was delicious and strong. my friend and i shared the calamari and the goat cheese calamata olive flat bread pizza. both were absolutely delicious and perfect for a light dinner. this is a fun place with great food and drinks, right next to back bay station, large open space, a fire and an over 30 crowd. Will definitely be back!
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Karen C.

Beer and bacon mac & cheese...do I ever need to say anything else!?! Came on a Saturday night with 11 other people for a friend's birthday and even with our large group the meal went very smoothly. This is such a cute place...well maybe cute is the wrong word...classy but modern? Love everything about the way this place looks. They have a great cocktail menu and a lot of great beers on tap and bottled. I started out with the hefeweizen on tap. I had heard about the mac and cheese beforehand so honestly I barely glanced at the rest of the menu. From what I saw it looked to be a nice mix of upscale bar food and more typical meat, fish, and pasta dishes. The bread they give you is amazing. Crusty on the outside and soft and dough-y on the inside! A friend got the kobe beef hot dog and wow...there are no words.You have to see this thing to believe it! The mac & cheese was tasty, as expected. You could definately tell there was some beer in it. Yum, it didn't disappoint! Prices were pretty reasonable - depending on what you got, some entrees were $15! And you could get 1/2 orders of some of the pasta dishes if you wanted to try a few different things. I would definately go back!
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scott w.

Went here for dinner Monday night to surprise my better half by getting engaged. The staff was easy to coordinate with, and Guy the manager was fantastic in helping me out. I cannot thank them enough. While we dined upstairs, I was able to order the sloppy Josef sandwiches off the tavern menu from downstairs. They were not as sloppy as the name, but were very tasty. My soon to be betroved had a tuna tar tar style dish, which had all sorts of flavors. She had a sampling from the raw bar, and enjoyed the island creek oysters and some huge shrimp. I had some of the ribs, which were awesome. For dinner I had the filet minion and she had the lobster tail schnitzel. The entrees were very filling and the whole evening was unforgettable. Cannot wait to go back again.
(5)
Lisa A.

Great atmosphere with the large open fireplace in the middle of the restaurant as you walk in especially now during the cold Boston winters. Gathered here on a Friday around 6 pm and it was crowded at both bars but it did not take long for a few seats to open up. We grabbed some drinks (lots to pick from) and a few appetizers (which were decent for apps). The bartenders were very attentive and food arrived quickly. Will definitely plan to come here again and order a sit down meal.
(4)
Philipp B.

I had my birthday there a couple of weeks ago. I had 26 guests and they did a really good job handling a party that big. Everyone was raving about their service and food. Will definitely stop by again!
(4)
Richard R.

We've been there twice already. Best Fish and chips I've ever had! The place is moderately priced. The cheeses are awesome and so has been the service. The location is great and the food is delicious. Great ambiance too. It does not feel contrived or snobby.
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Cody D.

Went back for a sixth, will go back for a seventh. I had an impromptu surprise for my then girlfriend and now fiancee, no the surprise was no the proposal. The hostess made sure I got put into a good location, and they helped me hide the surprise (presents). Great staff, great food. The only thing stopping me from being a regular are the prices.
(5)
Bryan R.

Ok so where to start. This place is HUGE. I was really wowed when walking in and even more so when I went upstairs and it was like a second restaurant. The owners (of Grill 23 and Harvest fame) really spared no expense here. Even the waiter was gushing a little about how nice it was. So, going on a Saturday a week after they opened, I couldn't be surprised that it was packed. I didn't expect to have to wait an hour and a half but we got fit in (despite more and more friends showing up and adding to the party size) in a little over an hour. They were also nice enough to pull over an extra table when it opened next to us so all of us could sit comfortably. The drinks - cocktails were a little on the small side but good. Bartender upstairs was responsive despite being under siege with everyone doing their best sardine. Mojitos ordered from the table (after we sat) were awesome - a full pint glass of rum and mint goodness. Also nice - the vodka tonics were only $6. It was nice to see they didn't upcharge basic bar offerings (because they definitely could). The food - didn't have a chance to really try the menu for a full sit-down dinner. It was more of a hybrid dinner/drinks outing. That said, the Kobe hot dog my friend had was excellent. Our "Seafood Tower" was fun but I probably wouldn't order it again - everything was very good but it just seems like a little too much. Baked mac and cheese was a winner. The service - some kinks as expected given the crowd and the fact that they just opened. Some drink orders didn't get put in and some lines were crossed on the food orders. The waiter worked through all of it though and we were all really happy with the experience. We were quite a lot to deal with on a busy night. He was personable and happy to talk honestly about the opening and how everything was going so far. All in all, the only thing I'd have done differently was wrap it up a little earlier. Midnight snuck up and by the time we were able to close out it was a little late to carve out a place somewhere else. A line did form to get in around 11 but it really quieted down inside and I couldn't imagine staying the whole night there - just not a lot to do besides sit and eat or stand and talk. I agree with Michelle K that they have a bit of an identity crisis. I think it's a great place to go for dinner and drinks before venturing out for nightlife.
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S T.

First off, the wait staff are super, super friendly and courteous. Very rare because it was a Friday night! The food was delicious... I ordered the Fettuccini with Smoked Chanterelles and I enjoyed it very much. It was mind blowing but its good. My sister ordered ... the skirt steak with onion jam. I fell in love with the onion jam but the steak wasn't all that great. Atmosphere is awesome. Decor is beautiful. Great for groups!
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Anne K.

Bar upstairs was fun. Lots of people talking to eachother. Felt casual even though the restaurant is dressed up. Got a few grape martinis. Pleasantly surprised that it wasn't overwhelmingly grape. Just a hint with the frozen grapes. For no other reason, go to 390 to try this. Girlfriends and I shared grilled, flatbread pizza. Crust was extremely thin and crunchy. Quite tasty! Gilled cheese with tomato bacon sauce was unreal! It wasn't traditional grilled cheese, but rather toasted bread that you dip in hot, cheesy, bacon. Delish! Calamari was almost soggy. Not something I would get again.
(3)
Jack C.

Don't order the salmon! Everything about Post 390 is great up to the part where they served me way undercooked salmon. When I pointed it out, the waitress was very apologetic, but I was disappointed the hostess didn't say anything as I waited for my replacement entree. The new salmon was chewy and its presentation was lacking as if it had just come out of the microwave. Again, no apologies from the hostess or inquiries about my satisfaction with the second attempt. When the waitress brought the check, I pointed out that the salmon was inedible. Only then did a manager come over and apologize for their mistake and took the charge off the bill. But at that point, who cares. I just wanted to get out of there. If you're planning a night out in town, drive by 390 and head to the Rustic Kitchen. For a really fun time and great food, sit at the bar and enjoy the great service and friendly atmosphere.
(1)
David G.

Had dinner here last week for the first time. Nice place, but the service SUCKS. We were seated upstairs on a Thursday night. It was moderately busy, but there was a waiter standing right next to our table as we were seated. He must have been checking his messages or something, because we were ignored for 15 minutes. We finally flagged him over, asking to order drinks, and he says "OK, hold on I'll get your waiter" and walks away! You can't just put the order in & then tell the waiter? Waiter finally comes, we order cheeseburgers, and it takes half an hour for them to arrive. The whole meal was like this--just slow on everything. Water refills, another round of drinks, dinner...Boston has too many good restaurants to waste time on joints like this, where service is clearly secondary to "scene," such as it is.
(2)
Abby S.

I had to average my stars.... 5 stars for the wait staff, the potstickers and the speediness of our drinks arrival. 1 star for the decor, I think it's very hodge podge. We sat upstairs in a room that reminded me of Bugaboo creek, with it's exposed wood shingles. But then there was a very visible glass room full of wine bottles, which was sexy and modern. But then the lights were big lantern things next to brown subway tiled columns. Is it trying to be cozy or sexy or urban grungy? It was visually confusing with these odd pairings. Speaking of odd pairings, the menu was full of them. 2 stars on that. Ravioli with broccoli...I love both items, but have never had them together before, so of course I was excited to order that. However, maybe there's a reason you don't normally see them together? When it arrived it was 3 huge raviolis each with a broccoli head on top. It made me think of kiddie food...hot pockets or something a kid would build. I thought maybe the broccoli would be chopped up and in a sauce. And it was VERY salty. My friend ordered it as well and thought the same thing. My other friend got a caesar salad with shrimp. 3 shrimp to be exact, and a mountain of croutons. I think the kinks still need to come out, because I've always had AMAZING meals at Grill23 and I know the same people own this place. Back to the decor...I predict a redesign of the first floor in the next few months. There always seemed to be a weird log jam at the front entry, the glass partitiion really divides up a pivotal part of the room (where you would belly up to the bar to order), and the tables to the right of the bar cut out a lot of socializing room. The first night we tried to go there, we went to the right and it was full of 25 year olds... so we went to the left and that was full of 65 year old men with their fake boobed girlfriends. When we realized we couldn't go to the middle of the bar to grab drinks we just left. I'll definitely TRY to go back to Post for drinks and potstickers, and maybe another try at the dinner menu, but probably on a Tuesday night when I can get a seat at the bar.
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Theresa C.

I was underwhelmed by Post 390. Went there with some friends and it was pretty empty for a Friday night. I ordered the linguini with peas, and they assumed I wanted shrimp on it (which was an add-on). They did not confirm with me, and when the dish arrived - I hate shrimp - I sent it back and I am almost positive they brought it back to me after simply having removed the shrimp (the divets were still in the pasta and it still tasted fishy). Despite the restaurant being relatively empty, the service was slow. Others in my party enjoyed their dinner, but my personal experience was not great.
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Xin S.

Went here for summer restaurant week and really enjoyed my dinner! The beer battered fried white shrimp was awesome, as was their lamb burger. I got a fish entree that was very delicious and portions were very generous. Try their homemade fresh mint ice cream--it's nothing like store bought 'mint' ice cream. I am looking forward to returning and trying other things off their menu. There are interesting sounding entrees like classy'd up meatloaf!
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M C.

I can only comment on the bar service--which was fantastic. Seriously. The two bartenders who took care of us (one was named John) were wonderful. We had a great time eating off their Backyard BBQ Menu (Sundays and Mondays until fall). We tried the mussels, buck oysters, burger, bbq pit beans, and fries. Excellent portions for the price, given that this place would normally be out of our league. The mussels were especially great, and though the burger was overcooked (ordered medium rare, it bordered on well done) it was still surprisingly juicy and delicious. They have an impressive draft beer menu--I went with the BBC Steel Rail Pale Ale, but I saw Stone IPA and a few other great picks. A fine place to spend a Sunday afternoon chatting, eating, and watching the Sox win.
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Lynda M.

Holy crowded bar Batman! This must be the new "in" place to go for after work drinks on a Friday. I strolled in here at 5PM last night to meet friends for dinner, only to feel like a salmon swimming up stream. The 1st floor bar was packed to the gills. Not a hope or prayer of finding a nice corner to relax in or even get near a barman. So I asked to hostess if there was another bar and she directed me upstairs. As I walked up the stairs I noticed the decor, very open and modern, roaring fireplace, lots of windows. As I took in the atmosphere, I was shocked into reality by a sudden mass of people with the same idea as mine. It was like someone just threw handful of crumbs to a group of chickens. A swam of people gathered around the 2nd floor bar. OK--time for plan B. Since we had a table for 4 booked for 6PM, I went downstairs and asked the hostess if I could be seated early as I waited for my friends. No problem! She promptly seated me near the 1st floor bar, next to the fireplace. Nice! My friends arrived and we prompty ordered a nice bottle of Malbec ($28). Our waiter was very friendly but not intrusive. We dined on grilled chicken, flatbread pizzas (the olive/goat cheese was amazing) and a huge burger. Second bottle of Malbec. Happy faces. Bill for all of this was only $100. More happy faces. The place is beautiful, it gets crowded and loud, but after all it was a Friday night after work and it was nice to see people out and about enjoying themselves. And for the record ladies, there were lots and lots of boyz.
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Katie A.

I just went for the first time for restaurant week on Thursday. The food was good, not great. Although I really enjoyed the atmosphere, I will most likely never return because the service was so terrible (I don't know our server's name because she never introduced herself. We were sitting on a high top at the window). Our server took forever to bring us drinks and take our order. The service was so bad that it took away from the entire meal and we hurried through our dinner so we could leave and go some where else for drinks.
(2)
Bruce W.

Excellent food at reasonable prices. Our waitress was super friendly. Impressed that there were no glitches on opening night. Cool atmosphere. Happy to see great places opening despite the bad economy. Btw the bread is excellent.
(5)
Cole L.

So I would have possibly given it a 5. I went with a girlfriend on a Saturday night for a drink at the bar. It was so nice and cozy, we loved the atmosphere, expecially since its fall now with the fireplace. Got a nice spot at the bar, and I ordered the taste of autumn, I think it was called. It has grey goose citron, belle de brillet (which I was told was a pear cognac), and a touch of cinnamon. It was good, but I would get something else next time to try other tasty options. We split the tuna tartare, we had both just eaten dinner elsewhere, but we love tartare so why not. It was excellent. You had some sliced raw with smoked salt and then the tartare. Great with the 2 different styles. The only problem here was the weirdo bartender!! He was extremely unattentive and just strange. I had to ask for a drink menu, he never offered a food menu so I had to ask for that, he never asked if we wanted to order after looking at the menu for 15 minutes, he never asked if we wanted another drink, had to prompt him for the check, and he was not busy trust me!!! I will still go back but would avoid this guy like the plague!!
(4)
Nick U.

I had dinner here recently and the service and food was horrible. It took over an hour to get our food, our waitress seemed to just disappear, and my steak (ordered medium) was cooked all the way through. totally disappointed.
(1)
Heather C.

This one one of th ebest places I have been in a long time. I went with a boss for lunch and loved the food, the atmosphere, the service. Granted, I wasn't responsible for the check, but I can't wait to go back!
(5)
A H.

Food was okay. Booze expensive.
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M. Quinn M.

on a recent dinner for four we were treated with exceptional grace and courtesy. after two different trips by the waiter back to our table after we had ordered for him to tell us that the kitchen had ran out of one of our requests, the management covered our entire food bill, gratis, without so much as a word of complaint from us. we all found it an exceptional response to a simple oversight. cheers
(4)
Bradley B.

I really liked Post, the place looks amazing, but its still pretty casual when your on the inside. I thought the food was great, the menu was a bit limited so hopefully as they grow so will the menu. Our server (Melissa) was great, and picked a great wine for our dinner. It was a tuesday night the place was hopping, so I would recommend getting there early.
(5)
mike g.

Service was horrible, slow agree with a previous poster, we had a total of 3 visits to our table. Dishes brought out in the wrong order and to the wrong people. Plates not cleared. The food was mediocre. The venue was very nice though.
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Jennifer J.

Liked it but didn't love it. It was hard to see the interior because it was so crazy busy but it looked nice. The service, despite the crowds, was very good. The food was good ...but not great. It was homestyle, comfort food that was fun to share.
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Kristen F.

I went there tonight for dinner. The atmosphere and decor was really great so i was excited when I walked in the door. There was an hour wait for dinner but we were able to be seated almost immediately on the first floor at what they referred to as a "communal table". The table is really large and i did not feel at all like I was eating with other people so I was quite pleased. It took a while for the waiter to first greet us and ask us if we wanted anything. He was apologetic so it was ok. We ordered apps and drinks and the apps came before the drinks which I found odd. Many things on the menu looked great so I asked the waiters advice and he was not very helpful. He finally suggested the lamb and gave a very long description - I actually thought he was describing three different dishes until i looked at the menu again. I looked up some reviews on my mobile and based my order on those instead. We ordered the mac & cheese, ravioli and the house salad. The house salad came immediately. After that things progressed downhill. It took a really long time for the waiter to come by again. The salad was just sitting there in the middle of the table for some time (I don't usually like mac & cheese at restaurants so i was saving it in case I didn't like my entree) and our drinks were empty. Finally our entrees came by a staff member but still no waiter. Meanwhile he was waiting on people around us never making eye contact with our table. Finally I was able to grab his attention and he came over so we could order drinks. We did and they took forever to come. I saw them sitting on the bar for some time and I saw that they had poured my husband the wrong kind of beer. The waiter did notice it was wrong when he picked them up and corrected it before they brought it to us. The mac & cheese was REALLY good. It would be perfect for a ski lodge. The ravioli was also good. The salad was just ok - the dressing had too much vinegar but the goat cheese was fantastic. BTW - our app was the deviled eggs. They were too spicy - I think it was horseradish or it was a really spicy mustard. We got the dessert menus and were told the pie specials. Then the group across from us were given the dinner menus and told the pie specials. We decided to order the lemon meringue pie. The waiter took the order from the group across from us then went back to the kitchen (we were sitting at the same table as this group literally across the table from them). He came out with a tray and cleared their dinner silverware and took them back to the kitchen. He came out with a tray and gave them their dessert silverware and went back to the kitchen. Then he helped several other tables. The people across the table got their desserts. The waiter helped some other tables. Eventually he made eye contact and i flagged him down. He came over to take our order for dessert. At this point we had waited long enough and aborted the pie and just asked for the check. That came immediately! Anyway - this place looks like it has great potential and is int a great location next to work but the service was so terrible i won't be able to stand going back. Also I never got the bread the other reviews mention but I did see everyone else get it.
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christine t.

Had brunch here Sunday; really nice ambience, with the big wraparound windows and cozy glass-walled fireplace in the center of the room. Attentive, pleasant service; nice brunch menu; the seared salmon with soba noodles and veggies was light and tasty. My friend's eggs Benedict were perfect. Looking forward to going back. Bonus: I found street parking, woohoo!
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John Paul N.

A very warm and inviting space, I can see why this has become a trendy spot to grab drinks in the Back Bay. We went there for lunch on a bitter cold day and was seated upstairs by the huge windows facing Clarendon. The service was at times spotty. The waiter didn't bring our drinks out at the same time, me having to wait for my Coke until after our meals have arrived. I got the deviled eggs and hamburger and Abby got the Turkey BLT. My burger was very salty, but the deviled eggs were awesome. Best thing about the lunch. Abby's BLT was a complete dud. Why? Because it didn't include the B or the dill cream cheese it was suppose to come with. The couple sitting next to us had ordered the same plate and they got bacon and the dill cream cheese. When we told the waiter about this, he said that he didn't think there was bacon in the sandwich but he will go check with the chef. (What would the B stand for then? Such a strange response.) Sure enough the chef messed up the sandwich and it was suppose to have both bacon and the dill cream cheese. Major props for the manager to come out and take the sandwich off our bill. Overall...eh. I'd come back for drinks because both the downstairs and upstairs bars seem nice, but I'd probably eat somewhere else first. I give Post 390 a 2 and 1/2 out of 5.
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Josephine L.

Want a slice of heaven? Get the banana cream pie and split it with some of your friends. Oh em gee. It's so rich and creamy and the crust is to die for. I also tried their brownie of the day (blondie) and it was good but a little too sweet after a while. We just came for drinks and dessert so I can't speak to the food. I got the Grape Excess cocktail and it was quite tasty. My friends got wine--they apparently carry some pretty good cava. The space is dark and cozy, with a standalone fireplace in the middle of the restaurant. This is a good spot to people-watch, especially if the people you're into are Financial District suits.
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Christina C.

I'd give it 1 star, but our server was great so he bumped it to 2. The food was pretty boring. Here's what really ruined my experience. During dinner, the busgirl (or runner?) stood right next to our table, and listened to our whole conversation with a smirk on her face. She literally just stood there, trying to make eye contact with us. It was the most awkward thing. Our actual server was great, but I'll pass on going back to Post 390.
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Address : 406 Stuart St
Boston, MA, 02116
Phone (617) 399-0015
Website https://www.post390restaurant.com/
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:30 am - 11

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Valet, Garage, Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Trendy
Noise Level : Average
Music : Background
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : No
Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
Coat Check : Yes
Smoking : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No

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Post 390

406 Stuart St, Boston, MA, 02116

Post 390 Menu

Appetizers

Entrees

Raw Bar

Side Dishes

Appetizers

Entrees

Desserts

Starters

Entrees

Sandwiches

Grilled Flatbreads

Raw Bar

Side Dishes

Main

Sides

Beverages

Lunch

Brunch

Dinner

Beverages

Healthy Meal suggestions for Post 390

Appetizers

Entrees

Raw Bar

Side Dishes

Appetizers

Entrees

Desserts

Starters

Entrees

Sandwiches

Grilled Flatbreads

Raw Bar

Side Dishes

Main

Sides

Beverages

Lunch

Brunch

Dinner

Beverages

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