My first return after nearly three years and I can confirm that the Yard House is certainly consistent. I would classify it as "modern sports bar": an abundance of corrugated steel, and dim lighting, and massive televisions looming in every corner, victorious "hardy har har"s coming from team-clad twenty-somethings. It's loud and a little pricy, but a sure thing for great service, great flavor, and loooooaaaadddssss of beer options (beer in teeny, medium, or half yards!). FIELD GOAL: Despite the propensity for beer-n-beef, there was a menu surprise right around the corner: a decent selection of gluten-free AND vegetarian ("gardein") options that AREN'T salad! I was pleased with my gardein chicken sandwich selection (lettuce, tomato, and a light sandwich spread) and it actually re-heated nicely the next day. FUMBLE: CAUTION!!!! The "SMOKED PINEAPPLE" beverage is a fraud. Menu description: del maguey "vida" mezcal, malibu pineapple rum, house citrus agave blend, fresh pineapple. ACTUAL flavor: mildewy elderly cigar-smoker's basement. BLECH! To our waitress' (Stefanie) credit, she HAD suggested against the order, but I figured why would they include it if sooo many people have sent it back? MISTAKE! DISGUST! Fortunately, Stefanie didn't mind taking MY beverage back and replacing it with my much enjoyed French Gimlet (hendrick's gin, lillet blanc, st. germain, house citrus agave blend, orange bitters). It's decent and good for birthday parties for that Patriots fella in your life, but not the kind of place I'd rave about. Clean, great service (which you PAY FOR $$$), and a pretty good menu.
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Christiane C.
What a pleasant surprise! My husband and I were looking for a bite to eat and wanted to try some place new. This restaurant is big and nicely decorated with very friendly staff. The food was delicious and affordable. Try the dessert trio! It is one of the best dessert I have ever had out.
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Gisele M.
I really like the YardHouse. This is the second time I've been here and the girls and I really enjoyed it. We sat outside and got seated right away on Saturday night around 5:30pm. We had everyhting from drinks, apps, entrees and dessert. We stayed for several hours and we weren't rushed by the waiter. The fish tacos were delicious. I also had a strawberry mojito that was awesome. For dessert I recommend the peach cobbler Its mini sized and just enough. Good service and our waiter was attentive, friendly and never rushed us. Nice place to sit outside.
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Hung L.
Came here cause the wife was craving truffle fries. She's been raving about this place since March 2013 and finally stopped by and tried it. It was good, slightly a little too much oil but overall good.
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Emily F.
I liked it. A Saturday night, and I was very pleased with the beer selection.I told the bartenders what I like, and they had all sorts of suggestions for new brews to try. We had to wait a bit to sit, but our waiter was very nice to us. Food: I tried my boyfriend's Sliders and they were awesome! Yummy fries! I ordered the Spicy Tuna, and that was sort of bizarre; I ate it, but wished i just got a burger or something. The Crab Cakes did not get high marks, but I did not try them. So too many people, slow to get waited on, but beer and food were not bad.
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Renee L.
I first discovered Yard House back in September and have since been making monthly trips to the sports bar. There is something about their Truffle Fries that really hit the spot which keeps reeling me back in. On the weekends you can expect to have a 30-40 minute wait-but have no fear! You'll be given a buzzer and you can kill time in the neighboring shops at Legacy Place. The times that I have gone on a weekend evening we received our orders relatively quickly but today, (sunday 1:00PM) it took a bit for our food to come out even though we were seated right away. No matter the wait I am always much enthused over their truffle fries!! I think they are fairly priced for what you get and they have always been consistently seasoned and salted. However, on my first visit to yard house our fry order came out cold and the management had no problem swapping them out for a freshly fried bowl! The jerk wing appetizer is very flavorful and is served on a bed of deep purple cabbage alongside with rum bbq sauce that is reminiscent of an asian based A1 sauce garnished with string thinned scallions. These two apps are always a staple for my party when we visit. For entrees the baja fish tacos come in a pair with a side of pinto beans and rice and are served with lime and guacamole. The presentation of the entree is quite nice as they are held with parchment paper and metal napkin holders. I ordered the 5 ounce blackened ahi tuna burger upon recommendation from a friend. The mixed green salad was fine but the burger left much to be desired as it was not seasoned very well and was cooked too thoroughly. A friend had ordered the "house favorite," Parmesan crusted chicken which was served over garlic mashed potatoes swimming in a pool of mushroom gravy sauce. I gotta say that that entree took the cake for the night. Although I only had one bite of the chicken I could see it was a crowd pleaser as three other friends had made their way into her dish. You'll find that Yard House has an extensive three page listing of beer that will please any novice or connoisseur. It is said that there are over 100 on tap and the list features some unexpected which the servers are more than happy to introduce to you. It's nice that the menu provides an alcohol content % for each option too! Although I wasn't too happy with my choice of entree I enjoy the feel of this sports bar and again, cannot forgo my love for their Truffle Fries. Sidenote: if you come for a sports game, there is no time limit and you can stay for as long as you'd like!!
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Lady J.
Ya that is my last time going. The food was not good at all. I think this place is for people who are already drunk and don't care what the food tastes like. I am not sure. I think it has a great location and people will go because it is there. However not for me.
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Stephanie C.
I've been coming here since the place opened. I love this place. The food is so good. The very last time I went there, I got angel hair pasta. It did taste a bit too garlic-y, but I still ate the whole thing! Yard House also has great fish 'n chips! But want to know the best part of Yard House? Their beer selection! Holy cow. You can't tell me that you aren't happy with the selection. There's just so many!! Overall, I love Yard House. And I will be back, hopefully soon!
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J J.
Came here on a Friday evening around 9pm. Requested a table for 3 and waited about 30-35min. It was crowded when we arrived, so the wait for a table was understandable. This Yard House received fewer stars because of the service once we were seated. The overall crowd began to settle so we didn't understand why everything took so long. Ordered two apps and 4 entrees. By the time our calamari and slider apps came out they were both cold. We still didn't receive napkins and utensils (which is usually given when the party is seated) and since our wait or didn't check in on us until we were done with our apps, we ended up eating with our hands. Another 20 minutes passed before we got our cold wings and pizzas. The wait to get our meals boxed and our check was also another 20+ min (and by this time the restankurant had significantly died down). Aside from the terribly slow service, the food was very tasteful. The kung pow calamari is def a plus!!! All and all, particularly because of the service, yard house Dedham was an "eh".
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Rick T.
I've eaten here twice, both times our food was dropped without silverware or napkins on the table. Our request for such basic items were met with eye-rolling. Entrees were delivered both times while apps sat almost untouched due to the aforementioned lack of utensils. Food was warm and not hot. Good beer selections, but in general it's an over-priced, poorly managed, suburban franchise that should be avoided. Plus it's located in that sprawling nightmare of a parking lot that is Legacy Place. I'd rather support an independently owned bar in the area.
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Billy K.
Unbelievable selection of draft beers- 120!!! Great sampler six packs! Ordered a BBQ bacon burger- what your expect, defiantly great but nothing extraordinary- still very good. Pork sliders are very good- truffle fries are their shoestring fries with traditional truffle works- a definite must go if a local.
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Ashley S.
I had my first date with my fiance here. We both thoroughly enjoyed both the food and the music. TMI, but I sometimes literally have sexy lucid dreams about their mac and cheese and truffle fries. Seriously, so SO good. My absolute favorites! Everything else I've had from here is bomb too, lobster garlic noodles are awesome, pepper crusted gorgonzola burger was bitchin', desserts are heavenly. I've never had a meal here that I didn't love. Plus, look at all that beer! Wow. My inner German is smiling.
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Jennifer I.
This bar is great for drinks. Haven't had food at this location but have gone to the yard house several times in boston and have had a great experience.
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A B.
Great beer list and drink menu. There were plenty of TV's so my husband was able to watch the Bears game and baseball at the same time:) not a bad seat in the house. Our server was kind and helpful as well as quick. The food was good and the portions were generous. Overall we had a nice visit.
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Rick H.
Aps. It's all about the apps. Three types of wings, five kinds of sliders including Ahi sliders to die for, a Calirfonia roll that will knock your socks off and if you play your cards right you can get a large number of these for half price during their specials. How do you go wrong? We hit up the Yard House from time to time for their crazy appetizer specials. Load up the table and reload when things get low. The Ahi Sliders with Truffle fries (the fries here are amazing) are a staple along with the onion ring tower and Sweet Korean BBQ Beef. But the thing that might take you by surprise is the California Roll. Don't expect fake crab in a nori roll cut into six pieces here. We're talking a huge round stack (they call it a cake) of Sushi rice with snow crab, avacado, and cucumber arranged on top and served with wasbi soy sauce. It's a must if you're stopping for your first time. Since it's located directly across for the Showcase Cinema it also is a mandatory stop before grabbing a flick with co-workers and friends. The atmosphere is comfortable and the waitstaff is always fast and attentive. It doesn't seem to matter if it's just the better half and I or the whole 20+ team I work with the wait staff somehow manages to keep on top of it all and make the service feel completely personalized. I have to be honest, I've never actually had a meal here. Every time I come in it's a constant stream of "Oh yeah, that was great let's get those again!" with no room for an actual meal. I can't even recall looking past the appetizer section except maybe to check out what they had on tap. I'm reserving the fifth star for the day I go back and actually order an entree. My guess is they'll earn it easily if the meals match the apps.
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Lauren A.
First let me say, I'm vegan, so I was pretty well braced to be satisfied with lettuce and beer...much to my surprise upon my confession of being vegan our lovely waitress sent the manager over and went over ALL my options for me, he knew ALL the ingredients and potential allergens. I ended up having a pretty good "chic'ken" burger with a side salad.... It always exciting to go to a beer place and actually be able to eat something! YAY yardhouse!
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Nandanie S.
Drinks were good (wicked strong) and so were the nachos. Get here early if you want a table!! It get's super crowded, but it's pretty good nonetheless.
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Kathy S.
What a blast we had at Yard house! I made reservations for 10 of us and it was nothing but a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Our reservations were ready when we got there at a corner round table that was perfect for all or us to see each other and be able to talk. The food was fantastic as was the atmosphere! I had the sliders and the truffle fries. They were delicious! I would have actually given the place 5 stars. But, the waitress left us in the middle of our meal to: "Go eat her dinner...and leave us with another waitress." We all thought that was pretty rude..But, that doesn't reflect the rest of the night. The food, ambiance and all around night was fantastic!!!!
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Jessica H.
So excited to have a Yard House in Dedham! This is a small national chain - I think there are only like 19 in the country? I heard about Yard house before they opened here because they got national recognition when they started to carry Gardein products. When they opened I was glad to see they also had the vegetarian menu with Gardein! Gardein is a vegan substitute for meat that works just like meat as far as grilling/frying/sauteeing/texture goes. You can get chicken fingers, burgers, Caesar salads, etc. with chicken but not actually chicken. They also have a great drink selection - including a ton of beer on tap. My friend's a bar tender there - he's awesome (hi Kyle!). I went once about 7 months ago before my friends and I went to a movie next door. I got a "chicken" Asian salad with Gardein. So good and so filling! It's nice to have vegetarian/vegan options that fill you up. Thank you so much Yard house. I will certainly make an effort to start going to you more! (especially now that someone I know works there!) The thing is - is that I usually get a quick bite when I'm at Legacy Place before we go to a movie or to shop. So I need to be better about giving myself more time to sit down and enjoy my meal. It gets crazy crowded on Friday and Saturday nights - sometimes capacity is full and you have to wait till people leave in order to go inside. Since they are so awesome about carrying Gardein let's hope they start carrying Daiya cheese so vegans can have a cheese chicken pizza too!
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Jaki G.
The food is exceptional and the beer selection is out of this world! However, I went here for a work holiday party on a Thursday in December and the place was PACKED to capacity (and it's pretty big). Service was a bit slow because of it and it gets pretty loud in here. I felt like I was packed in like a sardine. Lunch is pretty good, not nearly as busy. Don't go here if you want an intimate dinner out. It is more for a "classy" rowdy crowd (if that makes any sense at all).
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Zack S.
I have been coming to the Yard House on a monthly basis for years. I would choose this place for my birthday every year because it was just so good. But now, I feel like things have changed. I ordered the sliders and fries. It tasted as if it were microwaved. The cheese was still cold. The burger, cooked medium when I asked for medium well. I was extremely disappointed. The service was also terrible. Our waitress forgot about us; we had to get her attention when she passed by us.
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Biko T.
Food is better than the typical bar accompaniments...beer selection is superb...price is a tad out of phase
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Joie S.
I would actually considering moving just to be closer to the Yard House. This is hands down my favorite restaurant. I'm a vegetarian and their Gardein Vegetarian menu is simply amazing. The vegetarian buffalo wings are so delicious that even my meat eating friends like them! The beer selection is unmatched anywhere in the area and I love that they pick samplers every month so you can try new things. The service is great, atmosphere is great, they have outdoor dining if you're into that! I wish the parking was easier and that there wasn't always a wait but it is so worth it. Check out the yard house if you are in the neighborhood, especially if you are a vegetarian! They also opened one near Fenway that is equally great!
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Sara M.
We came here for an early dinner after bowling and a movie. They definitely have a lot of beers and I enjoyed my Timmermans Framboise, which was great for the hot day. I ordered truffle fries to start and they were very good. The truffle was not overpowering and fries were crispy. My entree was the lobster garlic noodles which had a good amount of shrimp and lobster but weirdly shredded crab. Overall, it was a decent dish but I am not sure that I would order it again. The burger with jalapenos was good but the meat quality could have been better. The bold flavours certainly helped improve the taste. I would come back and try other beers and dishes. The service was pleasant and efficient, while the prices were average.
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Dan F.
Excellent. Emily our waitress was a great server. I had the Mac n cheese and my wife had the fish tacos. They were both excellent. The order took 30 minutes to come out, we did not say anything as we were watching the games on the TVs and the manager came out and apologized we had to wait comped us our meal because she felt bad we had to wait. That's amazingly great service. Btw, I had the home brew Belgian beer and sampled the sea dog blueberry. Both were excellent bum definitely coming back to Yard House.
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Chris B.
Stopped in with a couple of work buddies at 7pm. Had to wait around 40 mins to sit down. Inside was really REALLY LOUD when we sat down. The manager realized we would rather be sitting outside and she moved us almost immediately. She brought the wine bottle out so we could get a picture for her iPhone app and Nicole was the best waitress!!! I got the honey beer, was great and also Mac and cheese was to die for.
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Edward M.
Good Beer and patio but this is where it stops. The beer selection is amazing, however each time I have been here the food has been average or below average. I really hope this place can improve the quality of their food because I love the beer and location.
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Richard R.
I'm with four other guys and they're boozing it up and running up a tab, and this place has the balls to charge me $3.45 for a cranberry juice. WTF?! We finally sat down to eat, and have to admit the food was good., But it took forever to get. Service is slow, very slow. After we were done it took forever to get our check too.
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Candice B.
Even after 2 years I am still a big fan of the Yard House. Now that I live 5 minutes from there, I find myself wanting to go there every weekend. The food is still great, the staff is great, never really had bad experiences going there. I just love their beer selections, and the amount of different pumpkin ales available just for this season. Of course I have some newly discovered favorites from there: The snack section has the best selection of the entire menu. I finally gave up my $23 plate lobster garlic noodles, and traded in for these mini tacos. YUM YUM YUM! These tacos are about $4 each, but decent sized. So I just order one Korean short rib and one Korean pork belly and I am a happy girl. My finance usually gets the mini sliders there, and add $1 to "upgrade" to truffle fries. Let me tell you about these truffle fries - they are HEAVEN in a cup... (cone?)!! Mini, crispy shoestring fries (my favorite) fried to perfection, with truffle oil, herbs and parmasean. I'm drooling just thinking about this. On that note, I think I'm gonna hit up the Yard House tomorrow night after work :)
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Daphnee D.
Great, great customer service. A++ for your excellent customer service yard house. From the hosts all the way to management. Located at legacy place Dedham, next to showcase cinema,where you can either dine in or out this restaurant/bar is a must. There is ample parking and it's free. (Free parking loveee it. Makes me all tingly inside, knowing that there's free parking) My friends and I went during the day where select appetizers and pizzas were HALF OFF. Score! We ordered turkey sliders, fries, spin dip, bbq chic pizza and I think the chicken thai pizza. Great portions and delish. For the turkey sliders it comes with four and I guess in the process of getting the sliders to the plate one didn't make it, so we got a free order of sliders to go, and apologies from hostess to waitress to management. Great hospitality I tell ya. The pizzas...finger licking good. Now the reason why you get four stars instead of five yard house is because (1) your french fries are skinny. Not a fan. Felt like I was eating nothing :(. (2) the chips for the spin dip I guess are house made, and aren't that great. like just throw in some tortilla chips thanks. (3) The music playing did not suit this restaurant at all. like I like to hum and dance when I eat. I did none of that. AND the whole time we were sitting there we kept wondering what we were smelling. Something foul. Turns out the table smelled. Like they used a dirty rag to clean the table off. Any who B+ in all for Yard house! I'd go again
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Rogaa S.
Nice place, but crazy busy.. we came here on a Thursday night around 7ish and the place was packed to the max. we had a ten minute wait and whats even better is they gave our table away. place is huge tons of space but we were kind of close to other ppl since our booth was giving away we had to sit at one o the tables in the middle kind of. so everyone was hearing everyones conversation. I only drank huge beer menu and they separate it by flavor/taste so it helped out a lot. beers were around 6-7 bucks for a pint not to bad. the foo i thought was a bit on the pricier side, if you get apps get the snacks instead cheaper and you get quite a bit. the entrees looked good (i didn't eat) and from what my friends were saying they were very pleased with their meals. overall a nice place to far out of the way for me and way to much traffic going through that place for my liking.
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Frank B.
Went for half price apps and beers for Happy Hour on a Monday Night. The selection of beers was the largest I've seen and the bartender did a great job picking out beers that I would like. The apps were really good. I will definitely go back.
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Vanessa C.
Was greeted by maxwell who was very polite. Sat at the bar and was served by jason he was great and so was Dennis. Food was Great!
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Susie A.
Love love love this place. I am vegetarian and love love love beer and much to my surprise upon moving here from VT, this place is awesome! They have a whole Gardein menu( with their own twist)which makes my animal loving soul so happy! So delicious. The beer selection is amazing and well organized on the menu and staff are always so sweet. Love this place!
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Katherine L.
This place was DELICIOUS! I went on a Wednesday night and the place was PACKED. 30-40 minutes wait but luckily we got to sit at the bar while waiting because we went to look as two people were getting up. Bartenders are on point. We got 3 different kinds of martinis and 1 specialty drink and they were ALL AMAZING. Martinis ($10.50): -Hawaiian Sunset -Sweet Tart -Black Orchid Specialty Drink ($9.50): - House Tropic The food was really yummy. The only thing that stink is there was no calories listed on the menu or "health conscious" menu. I got the Chicken Rice Bowl (1350 cal and $13.00) my friend got the Korean Short Rib Tacos. We also tried a lot of desserts: -Kona Coffee Ice Cream Sundae -Mini Creme Brulee -Mini Chocolate Souffle The Creme Brulee was NOT Creme Brulee and I wouldn't suggest getting it. It is made with chocolate chips on the bottom of the ramekin and topped with banana. The Creme Brulee was more just like a pudding topped with banana. The Kona Coffee Ice Cream Sundae was okay. I expected something more delicious for $8.00. The whipped cream wasn't too great, not a lot of hot chocolate, and the macadamia nuts were kind of odd tasting with the ice cream although I understand the link between Kona Coffee and Macadamia nuts. The Chocolate Souffle was definitely the best. We topped it with caramel ice cream instead of vanilla bean because they were out. I didn't even realize it came with a scoop of ice cream but I'm very happy we switched out the ice cream because I dont like vanilla bean. The mini desserts are served in 6 oz ramekins.
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Tater M.
Their regular fries are really tasty, arrive hot at your table. Be careful- this place has pretty loud noise levels during/after happy hour. Our waitress was super friendly but didn't repeat back the order. Asked/pointed towards the Hawaiian Poke but ended up with Hawaiian Pizza- which was pretty good. Sliders were pretty good too.
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Mary L.
The draft beer selection is spectacular, though slightly overwhelming for those who come in without a preference to steer them in the right direction. The boy and I selected two Hefeweizens in the yard glasses and aside from worrying that they were going to tip over every time someone bumped into our table, found it rather difficult to drink from - better off getting pint glasses. Nevertheless, the beers were good. We started with the chicken nachos and every chip came loaded with chicken, cheese, pico, sour cream, and guac. The boy had the Hawaiian burger which was topped with pineapples and pepperjack cheese and I had the Cuban roast pork sandwich which was absolutely delicious! The sandwich was packed with flavor and the portion was large enough that I had the remaining half of the sandwich for lunch the next day. Both entrees came with a large handful of thin, crispy fries. The wait for a table was long (1.5 hours) so put your name on the list then go shopping. For how packed the place was, the server was attentive and checked on us several times throughout the meal. Will definitely return (soon)!
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Paul R.
Let's get the obvious out of the way: This place is a bit expensive, and you will almost always have to wait a minimum of 15-30 minutes for a table during dinner time. I'm not sure how it only has a 2 dollar sign rating for price because I always end up spending close to $50/person here after dinner, 2 beers, and tip. Great beer selection on draft. They always have something interesting to try, and some old classics. Food is a bit expensive for what it is. I've had a number of different dishes here and they've always been underwhelming, at best. The service is downright bad. However, the wait staff is not at fault, it's the kitchen. They simply seem to be understaffed and/or mismanaged. Every time I've been here my food has taken inexcusably long to be served. And when I receive it, it's never cooked to specification, and it's almost always cold. Their customer service, however, is top notch. Last time I was here our food took about an hour to come out. They apologized and threw out the bill. The time before that my petite fliet was overcooked, and they offered (I didn't mention anything, but they noticed I wasn't enjoying it) to recook another one for me. But, really, I'm not interested in going out, wasting time, and having meals given to me for free. I'm interested in going out for a relatively speedy, delicious meal at a reasonable price. This place offers none of that. Even though they went above and beyond to make up for our bad experience, it's unlikely I'll be going back for dinner, but I will definitely be back for their great beer selection.
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Timothy H.
One of the best burger place in Massachusetts. I had the burger with lobster meat and it was delicious! The beef was juicy and the lobster meat made a huge difference in taste. I've never been much of a fries person, but when I had their little thin marinated needle fries now I love eating fries......well their fries, lol!
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Jennifer S.
Ok... So I love the crusted peppercorn filet and the sangria drinks but that's about it. The rest of the menu is eh! The food is a bit overpriced for what you get and the service is sometimes slow. We did have a horrible experience one time and the company made it right but we haven't been back since.
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Yasa E.
I've never wanted to be labeled as a "regular" anywhere, but i am pretty sure that over the last year I've been coming to yardy so much that I have aquired that unfortunate title. Enough about me though. I can't get enough of this place. The bartenders (Whitney, Dennis, Marlon, Adam, Dan, Liz,....i'm sure i'm fogetting some others) are outstanding! This is bar service at its best. The food is amazing, my favorites include: the sashimi, the crab dip, the spinach and cheese dip, ahi caesar, the eggrolls, the sliders, the surf and turf burger, country fried chicken, the onion rings and many many others. The korean boneless firecracker ribs as an entree are phenomenal. I've had some fantastic experiences here. For example, my last minute 25 person birthday party was accommodated by Megan the manager in under an hour and a half (which gave us enough time to gather at the bar and visit my favorite bar team). This place is perfect for any occasion (picky eaters will be satisfied as well). I've had gatherings with friends here, birthdays, new job celebrations, going away parties and numerous dates. This is truly a fantastic place and is definitely at the top of my list for casual dining and drinks.
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Sylvia C.
When my friend suggested Yardhouse for our friday night dinner...I was hesitant because I thought it might be some bar type of food restaurant. The place was packed...estimated wait time 25min. We ordered a couple of drinks at the bar while we wait for our buzzer to buzz. Despite being a crowded night, we still managed to get our drink order taken pretty quickly. Think after 35 mins in...our buzzer finally buzzed. Yay! Hostess brought us to a big booth - enough to seat 8ppl (even though it's only two of us)...nevertheless we were happy with dining space. Our waitress greeted us within less than a minute...noticed we had drinks and asked if she could bring us some water *shocker*. We glanced through the menu...snacks to main course...I was impressed by the selection - deviled eggs, ahi poke bowl, truffle fries...the menu was way more expansive than your normal bar type of menu. We ordered the following (yes we both love variety and can eat): Small Snacks: Deviled eggs Ahi poke bowl Truffle fries Coconut Shrimp Salad - Caesar with anchovies Main course: Seared Sea Scallops Miso Glazed Sea Bass The small plates arrived....we were impressed by the portion and presentation. Dug right into the plates....and our palettes were pleasantly pleased. Made us look forward to our main course. We ordered several drinks and was surprised that it got delivered so quickly by the drink runners. Drink runners - now that's a first! The staff at the restaurant worked like a well oiled machine....fully crankin' with a great team attitude. We managed to order dessert - some sort of creme brulee...unfortunately it wasn't well baked (watery in the center)...let the waitress know...and she apologized and made sure that it was taken off the bill. Service and food has exceeded our expectations. Think we'll know where to go - the next time we're back in the area.
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Josephine F.
I loved coming here the last time I went here before Wednesday was 2 years ago which wasn't the best experience. But on Wednesday May 28, I had the most amazing time and I will be coming back soon and hoping that I have the same experience. My server (Greg) was so amazingly kind, and really made a connection with us as we dined there. He was willing to help us with everything we needed and was so prepared. He is the main reason I am giving 5 stars. The food was alright, but I love their fries. I would recommend coming here, but make sure you ask for Greg ;) He truly is an amazing server and a great person.
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Holly B.
I come here on the weekend with some coworkers after we get out. The staff is always friendly, there are a lot of drinks to choose from and they are decently priced. I haven't had the pleasure of ordering any food but I hear it's great.
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Melissa D.
You have redeemed yourself, Yard House. Thank you for directly writing to me and reviewing my constructive feedback. That is great management in my mind. Since my boyfriend and several friends LOVE this place, I came back again to give it a few more chances. I was not disappointed the 2-3 times I have been here since last summer. My last experience, I had the best server by far here by the high boys. She was great and patient. She definitely knew her beers explaining to a table next to us who was venturing into wheat beers for the first time. I had the fish tacos and I was not disappointed. I was scared as the last time I had a taco dish, it didn't come out as great as I wanted. The fish was light, not greasy and the sauce was amazing. Service at the bar has definitely improved. Yes, long waits but what do you expect with a huge facility. Thanks again and great job!
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Ashley K.
First time here in a few weeks (yes weeks) but the first time here that I can honestly say, everything was GREAT. Busy Saturday night, but got a seat at the bar. Ordered apps, dinners, a single beer and a flight. LOVED the traditional flight and my friend loved her belgian flight. Food was great, beers were great, vibe was great, but best of all, our SERVICE was great. Danielle was the best bartender my friend and I have experienced in a long time. Witty, pleasant, knowledgeable, NORMAL, always there, yet not annoying. The kind of girl you'd want to hang out with. THANK YOU, Danielle, you made our experience. Signed, "the lesbians" :) AWESOME place for a beer and decent food, if you can handle a crowd and a potentially a wait. Sometimes hit or miss, depending on service, but tonight a total HIT.
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Kim P.
I'm giving the Yard House 2 stars based on visit last week. The food and drinks were good. The service started off great. I'm giving 2 stars because is was VERY OBVIOUS the waitress wanted us to leave. The restaurant was crowded for a Monday night, but there were plenty of empty tables available. She took my water before I had finished it. She tried taking my friends meal before she had finished it - she even had a bite in her mouth at the time. The waitress cleaned the table while we were still sitting there. It was extremely rude and I won't be back.
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Kelly B.
I worked there for a year, and would go in every once in a while on a day off, and still go in - so that says something about the food and how I think the place is run. Enormous menu, and even more so considering how accommodating the kitchen can be in terms of modifications. Everything is very standardized, in terms of being made exactly the same way every time so you know what you're going to get. Yes, the wait can be horrifyingly obnoxious. I make a point of stopping in when it's not going to be as busy. Servers are very good at checking in at appropriate intervals to make sure everything is ok.
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C B.
We went on 4th of July. It was a disaster. They sat 4 parties ahead of us. Then when we finally got sat, we waited 20 minutes for a server who never showed up. We walked out after no one came in 20 minutes. Won't ever go back.
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Delroy H.
Still one of the best place to relax and enjoy a good meal. It's so difficult to come in the area and not visit the YH.
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Bethany R.
Amazing look to the place, pretty loud but that's to be expected, the wait was said to be 35-40 minutes, we waited 50 before saying something and being informed that they had 'lost our name' even though we had a buzzer? Once we were FINALLY seated, out waiter -Mike was really on top of things! He was great, very fast service and really made up for the bad service in the front of the house!
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Dan F.
Happy hour is only over shadowed by the over 100 types of Beers that they have on tap. Place is amazing. You have to have a Half yard beer of some kind! Its like a right of passage. Buffalo wings were Good Onion ring tower was even better Margarita pizza was delicious LOVE THIS PLACE if you can still stand after head over to the movies right next door
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Mike H.
I'll agree with most of what has already been said. The beer selection is great but it goes downhill from there. It is pretty standard for a big beer outfit to list both prices and alcohol content for each beer, this place had neither! Being adventurous could lead to a 13.5% ABV $10 pint. Best bang for your buck is the six 5oz sample tour for $8.50. Food is very overpriced and mediocre. Burgers are exceptionally expensive and not nearly as good as a $12 burger should be. Met bar is a much better choice for this. Service was pretty poor. Ordering beer mail order would've been quicker. I ordered a beer before my food came, and it was brought to me after I finished eating. The server stopped by twice to let me know "she's still waiting for the bar to pour my beer". Thanks for the update, I'm still thirsty though. Decor looked typical for an upscale shopping center trying to seem hip and urban. Terrible planning with tables though. Most booths are extremely long, sitting about 5 people on each side. Most of these had two people at them, effectively wasting the space that could be used for additional seating. My advise is to have dinner at B.Good or the hot food bar at Whole Foods and go here to knock a few back, just make sure to ask for the price first.
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David M.
I came here with a group of five people on a Wednesday night. The place was packed but we were able to get a table right away. I can only imagine the waiting time during weekends. Its good but not worth waiting good. This makes it lose one star in my opinion. My server was very nice and my burger was great. The problem: I ordered the BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger. No where on the menu does it say that it comes with pickles or tomatoes. I still no better and told her no pickle no tomato. She said that burger does not come with pickles or tomatoes so not to worry. What shows up in the middle of my plate buried in my fries......a friggin' pickle!! I hate pickles!!! I was grossed out. Luckily, it didn't come into contact with much and I was able to remove it and the pickle juices of my plate without disturbing my food.
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Susen Y.
Hamburger tasted like rubber; server was aloof and rude! I will not go back.
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Andy D.
I LOVE Yard House restaurants. The ones in the LA area are great. This one? Not so much. It still has a great beer menu. I'm a beer snob and I enjoy it here. Are there beer menus in Boston that are larger, sure, but this one is really solid. Beers tend to be a little too pricey though. The food is far worse than the other Yard Houses though. The onion ring tower is usually a go to option for us. In Dedham, it was way way way overcooked. The walnuts in my salad were just plain bad. The service was fine. The wait on a Saturday afternoon was zilch. Next time we go, it'll just be for the beer. I definitely was a bit let down. Oh well.
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Robert O.
Insanely huge beer selection with upscale NJ-diner-like menu... literally a smorgasbord of choices for food. A great place to bring a large party that may have a picky eater or drinker on board. Great staff and awesome atmosphere considering this is a chain, which also automatically drops the rating to a 4 from Wrob, sorry.
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Nisy W.
I went here the other night with a male friend of mine and it was kind of a last minute thing. It was getting late, and we originally were gonna go to the Met (which I also have not been to)but the kitchen was closed. I didn't have any intentions with this place, I was just hungry and wanted to have a some cocktails. I actually was satisfied and pretty happy with my meal. We had the lobster,crab & artichoke dip which was ok , but could of been better, there wasn't much lobster or crab meat in the dip. We both got burgers. His the turkey burger which he was pleased with, and I had the pan crusted Gorgonzola burger which was very delicious and and juicy. They cooked it the way I like it and I enjoyed every bite. All in all it was decent, the prices weren't bad. I would like to try it again and try one of their seafood entrees
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barrie g.
Poor quality food. Salad should not be served with the lettuce core. Fries were tasty but the pizza is just weighed down and heavy making it taste like it is not done. Will be a go to beer place as they have many good varieties.
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Helen v.
The Yardhouse has been a favorite of mine over the last couple of months. Just getting to admire all of their beers on tap seems to be enough, but there are a lot of other great things about this place! There are always lots of people there, not overpowering, but it is nice to come to a place where lots of people want to be! The food has been generally great, though I don't recommend the pizza (quite average). Love to come with just one friend or a whole group. Did I mention how awesome the beer is!? ;)
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Cynthia N.
Tonight was my second visit to the Yard House. The first visit we sat at the bar and just had cocktails. It seemed like a nice enough place but was very loud. Tonight we had dinner. We had to wait a very long time for our meal. A manager stopped by the table to apologize for the delay. When the meals finally came out, the others got their meal but mine was going to be out in a "minute". 10 minutes later, my meal came and on the first mouthful of my fish, I got 2 fish bones. The second mouthful yielded 3 more fish bones. Yuck! The waitress took back my meal, apologized and asked if she could get me something else. I declined since the rest of my table had already finished with their meal. I don't think I would go there again.
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Sue W.
This is the second time I've walked out of Yardhouse feeling like I'm nocturnal after sitting in the super dimmed dining room. I can only describe it as similar to staring at a computer screen for 8 hrs just like what I do everyday at work =P The theme of Yardhouse is Asian/American fusion which guess is true since the menu comprises of dishes like what you'd find at PF Chang and the Cheesecake Factory. The tap selection is quiet impressive and plenty of TVs all around the restaurant if you want to keep on top of what's going on in the Sports world. Other than that, Yardhouse is... ehhh okay?
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Gavin F.
I really like this place. We have been multiple times with and without kids, and have always had a good experience. My only gripe is the wait times and crowds, but not much that can be done about that with it being so popular, and so much better than nearby Wicked. The food is good - wide selection, always well cooked and presented. The beer list is amazing and we have never had anything but great service here, even when they are really busy. Strongly recommended
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Matt V.
Was promised "Largest selection of Beers." Was disappointed by that and the food value. Take the awesome concept of a beer hall, and then ruin it with expensive food, corporate monotony indifference, and an arrogant sense of self importance. Went here with three friends Saturday night dinner. Call it a double date. The wait was longer than 1.5hours, but we grabbed a buzzer and shopped around nearby. It ended up being a little shorter, because I think people ahead of us just gave up. The food was pretty pedestrian, with your regular assortment of burgers, sandwiches, and salads. What stood out to me was the average burger cost was about $11. For those who prefer healthy choices, the entre salads were more expensive. I will say the french fries that came with my burger were distinct from other places I've been. Portion of fries was filling, but the fries themselves were smaller than McDonald's but larger than shoestring potatoes. That might have been the one highlight of the meal. The beer selection was ok. Sure they had lot of tap, but if you really like beer, try the sunset grill and tap. Much bigger beer selection, definitely better food value. Don't kid yourself by coming here for their beer.
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Shannon J.
I ate here with my family. It was our first time! The food was really good. We had the wings for an appetizers, they say the buffalo isn't spicy but it actually is (get the sauce on the side). We also got the truffle fries which were great. Next up, two people had the fish and chips! They said it was really good and the fish was great. They give you four giant pieces of beer battered fish, so if you aren't a big eater then split the plate. Someone else got the steak, said it was good but a bit tough. I got the jambalaya pasta it was sooooo delish! Note: they only give you one jumbo shrimp. I was pretty disappointed it only came with one shrimp but overall really tasty. I'd eat here again for sure! Our waitress was REALLY nice and the entire staff was friendly. All the food came out hot too, which is great.
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Lita S.
I work within walking distance to this place. I thought OMG this is giong to great!!! I wanted it to be. I 'like" it. I can't see me going often. The food doesn't do it for me. My husband and I ordered burgers, his came with all the stuff he asked for it not to and both were so greasy the bun fell apart. It was yucko. The fries are nasty, and the beer's are ok. I went again with a friend I hadn't seen in a while, so we were catching up. Then some more friends came. The great thing about this night was the table, it fit all 6 of us comfortably but I couldn't hear much. It was very loud. This night we had pizza and chicken tender pieces. Bleh. The chicken was pretty good for fried.... If I go back it's because someone wants me to meet them there. It won't be my suggestion unfortunately.
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Jillian Q.
Yard House was packed on a Friday night and we were quoted an hour to an hour and a half wait, but luckily we were seated in a half hour! The service was excellent. Our waitress was attentive, pleasant, and helpful. The beer variates were also amazing. The food, though, was pretty unimpressive. We actually sent the seafood/crab dip back because it tasted and smelled awful. My mac&cheese dish was really just "ok" and my dessert was plain disappointing. I would go back for the atmosphere and drinks but would choose another restaurant at Legacy Place for dinner.
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Angela C.
Really really good food! Loud atmosphere..not the kind of place you would go for a romantic dinner alone..but fun for a night out with friends. Great variety on types and tastes! I had the garlic chicken noodles...very tasty and inventive with the addition of endgame and tofu! The have a bazillion beers on tap meaning you can be happy with whatever you get, but it comes with a price at about 7-8 bucks per beer!! I would definitely be back here whenever we're in the area..it's especially busy on Sat. nights in the height of the holiday season (and the outside mall it's in will leave you looking for a parking space and put any marriage to the test! ;) you know what I mean!) so be prepared to wait unless you've made a reservation. I'm sure during the week it's less busy than the weekends! P.S. Someone in our group got the mushroom/parmesan chicken and from what I hear not only looked incredible but was to boot!
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Mike Y.
Go here for the beer and to watch a game but the food is sub par. They literally have over a hundred beers to choose from so the hardest part is trying to decide what you want. Their menu is extensive, and with restaurants, it usually means they do everything mediocre and nothing exceptional. I got the teriyaki chicken which I thought was on par with a TGI Fridays or Applebee's and my wife got the blackened mahi mahi which wasnt the greatest. BUT I would say it's a good place to hang out and I'd probably go back there for an appetizer or something.
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Debra C.
So many different beers for my husband to try and yummy cocktails for me! The burgers are outstanding and so is the turkey cobb which I can't seem to stop ordering. I look forward to returning again soon.
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Alexis M.
Love the beer selection obviously. Both times I have gone, the calamari was the bomb! The best I've had! Had a small bowl of their CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP....YUMMMMM! One of the best soups I've had anywhere, would love a bowl right now thinking of it! Eager for my next visit! :)
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Tara T.
Went here again last night. My boyfriend and I have been here twice and once to the Fenway location. I MUCH prefer this one in Dedham. The staff is more friendly & the crowd is less of the annoying frat boy variety that pours into the Fenway one before & after games. I wish I could remember our server's name, because he was GREAT! I'm a waitress and I always appreciate good service. He was right on top of drinks and spacing our courses out, and everything came out perfectly. My boyfriend is obsessed with the grilled artichoke, we always get some edamame & the onion rings have to be top of my list as far as apps go. They also change the menu up quite a bit which is nice. He had the porcini crusted halibut last night and it was soo good (and I don't even like mushrooms). I had the gorgonzola & pear flatbread and a salad, both of which were delicious. The wait here can get out of control, so call ahead and when it's nice out, try to get an outside table, so worth it!
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Aaron R.
This is a great place to bring friends and watch a game. The beer selection is overwhelming and they have a see through wall where is looks as if they are brewing beer (I didn't ask). But the food was the surprise. At the price, great value and very interesting food. My girlfriend has the clam chowder and the lettuce wraps filled with the grilled tiger shrimp. Delicious and different presentation and lettuce than P F Chang's which is also in the Legacy Place. I had the New York Steak Salad that was a delight of interesting and tasty treats. Besides the field greens there were potatoes cooked and pommes frites, roasted peppers, avocado, green beans, tomato and fried pickled egg & gorgonzola vinaigrette. OMG what a pleasure to eat. I will go again. Only drawback, very noisy
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L B.
I can't say enough good things about this place. I have only been there once but I have been dying to go back. Every single thing we ordered was phenomenal. Their drink menu was incredible. It was just as big as the food menu and had so many choices. I was in heaven. They have the best onion rings I have ever had and I don't really like onion rings. It's a little pricy, but you definitely get what you pay for. Their booths are enormous so you never have to worry about having enough room. You could easily fit a group of 8 in one booth with no problem. Maybe even a group of 10. The menu is full of variety and is gauranteed to have something for everyone. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. Oh one last VERY important thing: after 9 or 10 pm on the weekends (or in general?) you MUST be 21 and present a proper form of ID to be at the restaurant. We met up with friends who lived relatively far from Legacy Place and my friend lost her license and didn't have her passport because she didn't know. She was of age but we had a real hard time convincing them to allow her to come in. Luckily we were able to talk to the manager who said she would allow her to come in but she could NOT drink at the table. If she saw her drinking, she would ask us all to leave. Fair enough. We were all able to enjoy our food and drinks (for my friend, just the food) and had a great time. Hopefully I will go back soon!
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Tanika R.
HALF PRICED APPS 3-6 Monday-Friday. I work nearby and this is the best happy hour deal around. Which is why I'm giving it 4 stars. With that being said this is the only time I go to Yard House (and i have been several times) I consider the food to be over priced and not worth it during other hours. My faves are the calamari, jerk wings, spinach dip. The BBQ chicken pizza is OK. I didn't like the Bearnaise sliders...but at a reduced price you cant beat it. LOTS of BEERs on tap is their specialty. You can sample two for free and they vary in prices. So even if your not a beer drinker I'm sure you can find something you'll like
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Gee M.
Had a great lunch here. The beer sampler was fun, and the two apps we had--spicy tuna roll and lettuce wrap were both delicious. The small desserts--lemon mousse and peach cobbler were just the right size. Service was excellent. Well thought out design--not sure what Patrick M is complaining about. I will be back! If you believe all chains are inherently evil, then I guess I see your point, but if you're after good food and good service, then I recommend this place.
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James C.
If not for the huge beer selection and nice beer sampler offering this place would have gotten a solid 2 stars. The food in this place was downright mediocre. Two of the 3 entree's we ordered were quite small for the $20-25 they cost (both pasta). How often does the person with the fish dish end up with the heartiest meal?! The saving grace here is the atmosphere and the large beer list. The beer sampler was a nice offering which lets you sample 6 of their beers (they decide) for a pretty good price. The dessert was also a savior. My family had the dessert sampler while I had the chocolate stout ice cream float. Both were good. Although I dinged the food offerings I would try it again and give a few different things a try.
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Pamela C.
Legacy Place is the new hot spot to go in the Dedham area. The Yard House was a pleasant find. Although, there was a long line on a wednesday night. Yuck! The food was great. I mean really good. Yum, Yum, Yummy. Tons of beers. I don't even like beer and I was impressed. There is plenty of parking. Bonus. the waiter was great. Offered good suggestions on drinks and food.
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Manuel G.
This place is Great! I live at Station 250 and we go all the time. It is only a short drunk walk away. Try the sampler beer from tap always a great value compared to the yard beer glass...
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Bear Paw B.
Upscale bar that was very busy! We went on a Friday night and there was an hour wait. We waited at the bar but could not find a good spot that we could just stand without being in the way. Great selection of beers that even a non-beer-drinker could find something they like. Food was decent. Overall, good time.
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John F.
Fantastic food and the bar can't be beat! Looking forward to trying the Fenway location. I eat here often and my only complaint is the high employee turnover. Seems like I get a new trainee every other time I go. Overall they do a nice job though. Burgers are fantastic especially the Gorgonzola Burger, I highly reccomend it!
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Michelle L.
I have no idea why I continue to frequent this place. There is a good selection of beers, but if you want a good selection and good food you're better off at Sunset. The food seems overly salty and leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth (literally) for the rest of the day.
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Jimmy B.
My family and i, took my dad for father's day. We had to wait about 20 mins to be seated. That's what happens when u go to a great place during peek time, but it was so worth the wait! Very nice decor inside. Everyone that works there was very friendly and nice. My family loved all the food we ordered. Definitely would go back and would recommend this to a friend for a date or special occasion
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Julie B.
A bit of a mixed review. I went with my Husband who's been raving about the place. His food was excellent but mine lacked flavor. The dessert was excellent tough. I enjoyed the ambiance and the place was very full, so it had a pretty festive atmosphere. I'll go back and give it another shot.
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Jen K.
Happened to be out at Legacy Place with a friend, and rather than hit rush hour traffic getting back to Boston, we went to Yard House for a beer and a burger. Wish we'd just started out. We'd have had a later dinner, but likely far better. It was busy, which I took to be a good sign, but after eating here can only assume it's because the people in the 'Burbs love chains. The beer list was pretty long, but not exactly inspired. Lots of basics if you're a craft beer fan, but few that you can't get in a multitude of places. But it was fine, and my beer, while not the best Dale's I've ever been poured, was good. But the burgers. Oy... We both ordered medium rare. My friend's was medium, and that's being generous. Mine however, was easily medium well. The bartender took it back to redo, and a manager came to apologize. Same manager brought the new burger and promptly took off. Never came to check. Bartender never checked either, but I blame her less. Having been a waitress in the past, if my manager ran food to an upset customer, I'd have expected him to make sure it was acceptable. Well, round two was possibly 2 degrees less than the first, maybe. They were pretty much the same doneness. A second manager came over who apologized again and comped both burgers. Left with a bad taste in my mouth. Definitely reluctant to ever go back. I've eaten burgers at Chili's that were cooked properly, and if they can get it right Yard House should be able to as well! Will give them a second star due to the second manager who spoke to us.
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Mister D.
I've only been there once, but my daughter and I had a great time there. I would describe it as a kind of modern pub/restaurant. The draft beer selection is impressive, I've never seen a wider one. We had a few different beers between us and they were all fresh tasting. Considering that one of our selections was from a near empty keg ( I saw a bartender flush the line and install a new keg not long after we bought ours), I would say that they handle their stock with care. The bartenders worked well with each other, so that we never had to wait for our beers, nor were any pushed on us. I must add that they were very friendly and attentive, having worked in the business years ago, I appreciate that. We didn't eat, but the food that we saw being served to nearby patrons looked great, very generous servings. If the prices were lower I would have gone ahead and given it 5 stars even without having eaten, just for the bar alone. I will go back eventually but I'm still paying for 3 college tuitions so my visits will be sparse for a while. It was very busy and somewhat loud, on the night we went which might be a turn off for some, but to me it's just a part of the atmosphere which I enjoy when I go out for a few good beers and conversation.
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tony m.
OMG. i think you need to be fourteen and starving from a day-long soccer game to enjoy this place. i can't remember the last time i ordered salads and appetizers and literally thought they were too gross to finish. how can you mess up lettuce or fried food? garbage. complete garbage. it was like a nightmare of cheap frozen ingredients. there are plenty of fun bars where pub-style food is available and it's good quality. this was simply garbage. ew. and fruit flies everywhere and servers who just try to sell you things. actually, when we arrived, we had to wait 20 minutes while the servers/mgrs argued over "who gets them". it was atrocious. ew again.
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Melissa Y.
If you like beer, you have to come here. I first started going to Yard Houses when I lived in San Diego. there are about 150+ beers on tap from all over the world. You have the option of ordering a half yard, but if you don't drink your beer fast enough it gets warm. I don't recommend it. Yardhouse has a pretty interesting menu with lots of choices. Everything I've had so far is pretty good. It's a good place to go with kids since it's so loud already. Tons of TVs all over the place so it's also a good place to go watch a game. Another plus, there's parking! The wait can be long but you can shop while you wait. They don't take reservations.
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Cole L.
went after the movies. place is huge, good atmosphere, lively, and it was packed on a Wednesday night at 10:30! half priced apps is a good thing! Hawaiian poke tuna app for $6 is nothing to complain about especially since it was huge!! I will go again, there are not many of these places around.
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Courtney C.
Terrible food-way overpriced- went there with my boyfriend and another couple for dinner and drinks. After receiving a $300 bill, my friend and I decided to split it. Waitress takes both credit cards and never comes back. About ten mins later, the manager comes over to inform us that our waitress accidently charged my friends card twice instead because "the cards look the same". After telling us that it could not be voided and that it would take three days to correct this mistake, he appologizes and walks away. Shocked, my friends and I sat there for a few mins talking it over. We realized that her checking account would now be overdrawn due to the waitress' mistake and that she could not withdraw any money, write any checks, or use her card for 3 days! We called the manager back over to express our concern and he told us that he could in no way give us any compensation. No gift cards, no free desserts, no "let me take the appetizer off of your bill for you".....NOTHING! He wrote down an email address for some other special manager in California and told us to email her with our complaint. WTF?!?! Don't go here...food is gross and it will cost you a fortune. Terrible customer service.
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L K.
so, I went back a second time, hoping I just got a bad bartender for my first experience and this time had a good experience. the food was fine and service good, I will go back again.
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Daniel A.
My wife and I really enjoy the Yard House - love the atmosphere (tons of huge TVS everywhere showing every game imaginable), the drink selection (100+ BEERS ON TAP!!) and the food is excellent....although I've seen somewhat of a decline from when it first opened over the last few visits. The wait on Fri & Sat nights is out of control, too, but I guess that's not much they can do about that. Situated in the middle of Legacy Place shopping area, you can totally kill the wait by doing some serious damage to your credit cards. :)
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Michael B.
Obviously the beer selection is its raison d'être, but would it kill them to include prices and sizes? The food is plenty good - the nachos were among the best I've had locally. But classic rock, emphasized so much it's part of the logo? Classic rock is lame, sorry folks. I'm not saying they should play hip hop or some obscure indie bands. Clasic Rock? I think they are targeting a slightly-over-the-hill crowd, with their fat wallets, and mom jeans.
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Lisa C.
I've never heard of the Yard House before. After I went I went home and looked up locations, they are mostly out west in California. I really enjoyed the yard house because I had no clue what to expect. What drew me and my friend in was the largest selection of beers. We had no clue what to expect. We walked in and sat at the bar, the bar tenders were welcoming and very friendly and there to serve. I was stunned by the beer selection. I am not a huge beer drinker but I feel like there is something for everyone. Lots of selections leaving you to come back and try. We counted 58 beers on our side of the bar so we only figured there was the same amount on the other side and then 15 on the sides making it over 120 beer selection. The hard liquor drinks are rather pricey martini's are 10.25 and other types were 9.25 or 9.75. The watermelon martini is delicious. The buffalo wings were very good. The wings were slightly crispy, hot, and tender, very good wings came with ranch dressing, there were 10 wings total. We split them as a snack and between the both of us there was not enough ranch. The yard house was great and left me and my friend wanting to come back to try other foods as well as drinks. They also have the beer sampler where you can try a 3oz glass of beer for $1, which next time I go, I will try. Very good experience. Wait staff was great!
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Sweetdreams S.
Went for drinks the soft-opening night (saturday). A broad spectrum of beer selections. Mixed drinks were delicious. Would come back to try the salads and for more cocktails.
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Tanya K.
Half price happy hour apps plus an amazing tap beer selection equals bliss. Above average pub fare and great service. We went on the earlier end and were seated right away. We weren't rushed, and were treated quite well. I recommend the Watermelon Wheat beer and the ahi tuna appetizer. We'll definitely be back.
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Joanne O.
I work until 11 so I figured I would order take out from Yard House. I placed my order before I left work so it would be ready when I got there. With Kings, the theater and Yard house at that end of the mall it is very difficult to get parking on a Sat night anywhere near the place. So after finding a parking spot I grab some cash and go to get my order. I was stopped at the door by a very unfriendly man asking me for my ID. I told him I was just picking up an order to go. He said "I still need to see your ID". All the way back to my car got my ID and went back. After being granted access to the inner chamber, I pass through the next door and was barred from going further by a young lady demanding my right wrist. I wasn't sure what she said because it is soooooo loud in there so I politely say "excuse me" her words were " I need your right wrist" I asked "what for" she again said "right wrist" Now I'm getting angry and say "I'm just picking up and order to go" only at that time she allows me to pass. At the desk there are 5 people standing there just looking at me so I have to ask if I can pick up my order. A very nice young man helped me. After arguing about who was going to see if my order was ready a very sullen girl went to get my order. I was then allowed to leave. Here are my thoughts! When someone approaches the door and clearly look older than say 40 and states they are picking up an order......they are JUST picking up an order. And the girl barring the inside entrance may want to be not so aggressive and maybe ask "May I help you" instead of demanding "right wrist" And the hostesses need an attitude adjustment, they were quite bitchy. I get the impression that they just want to be a night club after 10.
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B M.
We just beat the rush, the madness, by getting there at 5:40. We tried a couple of different beers, they have like a hundred or something on tap, a great and diverse selection. We were feeling bar foodish, so we tried the burger with blue cheese and a burger with swiss and avacoda. Both were well above average and cooked just the way we wanted. The avacoda burger had some type of sauce on it that was just delicious. Both burgers were large and they came with a ton of little fries which were unique and tasty. The dishes in general were well above the average Boston area fare. The service was good and the setting was pretty cool. There is outdoor seating, a huge rectangular wrap around bar in the middle of the place, plus many zones of seating. The place has a very open seating plan and good views of tv's or of the whole place for people watching. Plenty of parking and a good location. I would recommend giving this place a try, if for nothing else sampling some beers and and to have a little food.
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boston y.
excellent food, damn good atmosphere.. and the bar and beers.. go people what are you waiting for.. get drenched in beer !!!
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Ellen L.
My husband and I went on a Thursday to meet a group for a birthday party. Even with reservations we waited a really long time after arriving to be seated. The fiancee of the birthday woman actually missed most of the celebration-as he had to leave to study even though he had made a reservation to allow plenty of time. While waiting we stood in the very crowded and noisy bar area and had a couple beers. There is a giant selection on tap, although not the most interesting selection. The bad part is there are no prices on the menus and it was a little shocking to find out how much pricier it was than BBC or Sunset Grille which have better selections and prices listed. The nachos were great and a big serving. My dinner was OK but nothing special. It is pretty good place but overpriced and too long a wait if you don't want to part with $100 for 2 on a weeknight for a couple beers and a just OK dinner.
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Mike T.
My girlfriend and I went for the first time this past Tuesday 4/27 and had a FANTASTIC experience! To start, we were seated immediately and served shortly thereafter. At 24 and 25 yrs old we were excited to sample the beers, of which they have plenty, from all over the world of every type. You cant ask for a better selection. We ordered 3 apps: the raw ahi which was very tender and pleasantly flavorful, the Korean beef which featured a perfect cut of meat and was seasoned really well and the spinach cheese dip with crispy fresh flatbread. The quality of the food was very fresh and cooked to perfection. Over the course of our visit we were waited on/helped by 8 different employees yet they managed not to be overbearing. Refills were prompt, as was clearing of our table and everyone was very friendly. Considering quality of food, timeliness of service and selection of beers, this place really earned 5 stars.
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Christine C.
The service is fine and any place at Legacy Place will be packed with a crazy wait on a weekend. I'm only disappointed that the quality of the food seemed to have gone down hill from when they first opened. Sangria is way too sweet, had to ask for whipped cream for an Irish coffee...the good ones come with cream & a little chocolate stick..plus the right combo of alcohol. The kung pao calamari was cross...drenched in a heavy yucky sauce and was supposed to come with cherry peppers (hots) as per the menu & arrived with bell peppers...not the same. & calamari was soggy. Ordered a flat bread that was dried out and seemed like it sat under the light in the kitchen for ages....the only thing I liked was the chips & guacamole...even the kids mac n cheese wasn't the same, not as tasty & the cheese sauce with the brocholi was like water.... it's not worth the money any more & I don't think we'll be back. I think they need to change up their menu or take more time to prep the food, even if it means a longer wait....I feel just as bad as if I ate at a fast food restaurant. Everything tasted like it was sitting under the light for ages, probably to accommodate all the people, but I think you can find better food at a pub for less money.
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G K.
Really good burger. I had the pepper jack burger... and the Gorgonzola burger. Tasted great. Excellent service.
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Laura M.
Long waits. Way too salty food. The only thing saving this from being a 2 star review is the wonderful staff, great beer selection, and ample amounts of tv's for watching sporting events. Come for happy hour and drinks. Skip it on the weekends.
(3)
Melanie W.
Yard House is my favorite chain restaurant by far. I have been to the one in Fenway a few times, as well as one in Atlanta, but Dedham is the one I go to most often. Service is always attentive, only once did I feel like it was intrusive. The wait can be very long, however. For food I have enjoyed the enchilada stack, chicken rice bowl, margherita pizza (amazing!!), spicy Thai chicken pizza, Thai chicken noodle salad, the coconut shrimp appetizer, the hummus appetizer and vanilla ice cream dessert. For what I haven't enjoyed: The French dip sandwich fell apart after dipping it, although the fries were yummy and crispy. The French onion soup was VERY salty I actually liked it, but I can see why some would complain. The mini chocolate souffle was a little dry. I love the different beers they have, even though I almost always get the Angry Orchard cider.
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Catie C.
Pricey is the word. Steaks are in the twenties. Serious, if i have to pay $26 for a steak, I might as well go to capitol grille! Ok fine, I wont have a steak.. perhaps, a burger? well, all the burgers are over $11! OK, I don't like cheesburgers. Well, too bad cuz the classic there is a cheeseburger! Hence, if i want a hamburger, I still have to pay for the cheesburger price. OK, I give them credit for only charging $6 and some change for Belgian beer. So in essence, come bere for beers and nothing more if you're trying to get your monies worth. To start, We had onion rings which were standard. Nothing to WOW about. For dinner, I had sliders. Would I do burgers there again? No. My sliders had fried onions which was overpowering the burger flavor. Knowing me, I had my 2nd slider with none of that. All I tasted was salt. Certainly, this is the first time i had salty sliders. Sorry, I didn't taste any beef. I would say this is a good watering hole but definitely not worth the money for dinner.
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Jason H.
3.5 stars. It's been a long time coming, but I've finally gave this place a try. Being a beer geek, I get recommended this place a lot. I think I unfairly hesitated to try it, being that its a chain. Big deal, it's a fun place. As expected, beer selection is impressively extensive for a bar chain. A few rare gems are mixed in with more accessible craft favorites, and rotating taps that seem to change often. Food is where I was pretty surprised. It's good. I'd suggest the pizza and burger here, they were both really tasty. Other options, not so great. Atmosphere can get a little stressful, as it's packed on weekend nights and the wait is long, but it's always fun. I should have given this place a chance a while ago.
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Khoa N.
My friends and I went crazy for the one hour happy hour we were here. There wasn't enough room on our table for the entire menu of appetizers (which seemed like the amt we ordered). The foods were decent, with the exception of the california roll. Don't order that. It is not your regular sushi roll (and the waiter will tell you that). It was a giant ball of cold rice. The fire cracker wings were supposed to be their spiciest out of 3 options but I could not taste the spiciness at all. It was otherwise very tasty. Drinks are good. The half-yard drafts are only for the thirsties. I would never be able to finish one of those giant towers of beer so I got myself a couple of martinis. And they were quite yummy.
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Shannon S.
Just dined here for the 3rd time. When I think of this place, I think of comfort food. As in, I eat and then I want to do nothing more than (blissfully) curl up on my couch for the night. Everything I've tried I've enjoyed and it's been a game-time decision each time as so many things on the menu catch my eye. The long wait every.single.time is a bit discouraging BUT the beer selection helps and usually once I get a few good and strong brews in me, time starts to fly. (Perhaps not always a good thing). We shared the spinach and cheese dip between 4 people and though it was quite delicious, it wasn't enough dip given the amount of crispy flat breads included (or the price). Give me more dip people! I had the crab cake hoagie (again) for my meal and pretty much polished it off aside from a bite or two I just couldn't manage. My co-diners enjoyed their entrees as well and we all left full and ready to be rolled home. Our server was outgoing and attentive. I'm only with holding a star because I still think the prices are a bit high given portions but all-in-all, Yard House is still doing a solid job.
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William D.
Nothing but good things to say about this place. Food is excellent; very wide selection of drinks; great place to watch any sports game; bar and wait staff are very friendly; great location; place is spacious, so wait time(s) are rarely long... Deserves 5 stars in my book.
(5)
Alyson S.
This place was as busy as could be on a Friday night when a friend and I showed up for a bite to eat. We were greeted by the friendliest of hostesses and seated within 15 minutes (not too bad!). We sat near the bar area which was loud but perfect for what we were looking for especially because we wanted to catch up. The seating booth style did seem quieter when I passed through to use the restrooms (which were extremely well maintained). Our waiter came over and was attentive throughout the meal sharing information about the dishes on the most expansive menu I have had to choose from. The choices ranged from small plates to heavy full courses including interesting twists on the american basics. I am sure just about anyone could find something they like on the menu. The food was well cooked and seasoned both for the appetizers and main dishes we ordered. It definitely was great to have all of the options so that both of our palletets were please and satisfied by the end of the mea. I would definitely stop back in here for a casual meal catching up with friends.
(4)
Michael G.
This is a solid mainstream bar for beer lovers everywhere, but don't discount the bars up and down route 1 in the area! However, the yard house features unique craft beers from a variety of breweries around the world with 100+ offerings on tap! Try the piraat - you will not regret it! That being said, a lot of the entrees are priced higher than their worth, but I have never had a dish here that I was disappointed by! Yes I am a repeat offender here, thoughI would not consider myself a regular. Honestly, the menu as a whole is above my price range, however the taps and about a third of the menu are perfectly affordable for me. I recommend all the burgers, especially their Surf and Turf burger, which is reasonably priced for a burger that just so happens to have lobster in it! Yum. Also, their Mac and Cheese Squared, as well as their nouveau take on Tomato Bisque and Grilled Cheese - both of which are unique and delicious takes on comfort food. The variety of food, and beer at this establishment is something that cannot be passed up. This place is best experienced with a group, friends in a group of 4-8 is honestly ideal - everyone gets to sample someone else's choice, and the establishment can easily accomadate the numbers!
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Matthew B.
I have been to this location enough to say you can expect a frustrating experience every time. This is a beer joint. Period. The service is pretty slow and not very attentive. Food takes roughly 25 minutes no matter what you get and it's a 50/50 chance it's hot. Some bartenders are less friendly than others which always confuses me when customers are treated like intruders. There are other much better restaurants in the complex if you are looking for anything above and beyond beer, but let's be honest no one goes somewhere to try 1,400 different beers. Skip it. For some reason the wait for dinner time is always 30-45 minutes minimum because people can't get past the hype.
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Brian W.
I'm only taking away one star because the place is ridiculously crowded and standing in the waiting area with hoards of people and their Legacy Place shopping bags is enough to make you want to drive down route 1 to Five Guys or Chipotle. Once you get seated you can't go wrong with 100+ different draft beers and a food menu with just as many options. They have a pretty extensive gluten SENSITIVE menu and they're very quick to point out that while the food will be gluten free, the kitchen is not a gluten free environment. After talking to the Manager we don't think this is any different from any other restaurant with a gluten free menu, but it can be a little concerning if even slight cross contamination can get you sick. My wife ended up getting a monster sized turkey club wrapped in lettuce that she enjoyed very much. I went with a Pork sandwich that I ordered without cheese, but ended up coming with pieces of cheese remaining from a poor attempt to remove the melted cheese after the fact. The waitress and Manager were extremely nice about it and ended up sending me a whole new sandwich AND taking it off the bill without me even having to ask. The sandwich was just ok, but the sweet potato fries were awesome and the customer service was even better. We'll definitely be back to try some new things and make fun of those people awkwardly drinking out of the half yard glasses of beer they ordered.
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Aaron H.
To say this place was interesting is an understatement. When we went here the place was packed, standing room only Maybe that is because everything else in the area is no good, but I can not confirm that. The beer selection was pretty good, found some old favorites from the west that I always enjoy. After waiting for an hour for a table we were seated in a nice booth with a waiter that seemed to like me as he kept giving me a Hawaiian hand signal. I can only assume this is the case as I have never been to Hawaii before, but he indicated he used to live there. The food was okay, we ordered Taco's and I guess Tacos in suburban Boston is sort of an oxymoron. The yellowtail tuna was pretty good as well. All in all I think I would go back for a beer but and to watch a game but not on a Friday night.
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Paola C.
I had the displeasure of going there this past Saturday. After waiting for over an hour for the table (not their fault they advised me of the wait) my friend and I were finally seated. Our server never once made eye contact with me and continued to only ask questions directly while looking at her notepad or looking at my friend. I have never been made to feel so uncomfortable in my life. I thought it was weird and my friend even noticed how the server was behaving towards me. I asked for her to wrap up my soup and instead of handing it to me she again handed it to my friend. Same with the check. Worst service ever. I've never felt so ignored and uncomfortable in my entire life. Glad I waited that long and spent over $100 dollars to be treated like garbage. I'll go to Wicked next time.
Wow. The beer selection is the best around. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is great as well. My only complaint is the wait times. Good luck getting into the place on a Saturday. Considering how good it is the wait times are expected.
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Andrew M.
Love this place. Huge beer selection from around the world. The menu as an American fusion with French and Asian inspired dishes. They offer almost every entree in a vegetarian version. Anyone can find something they would like on this menu. Great kids menu too. Wish i could order from it. Has tvs everywhere and outside seating with fireplace. Always long waits on weekends but week nights aren't bad. Bar is also packed on the weekends. Located next to great shops and movies so prime location for a night out.
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Suzanne M.
An amazing selection of beers on tap, however the menu is quite large and diverse and gets me wondering how they can prepare food ranging from Asian themed to Mexican. Decided on the fish tacos when they arrived looks like fish sticks in a tortilla, the sauce they put on the tacos was delicious but overall sub par. if I go back I'd try something different. Atmosphere is great for an after work drink and an app.
(3)
Dawn E.
I was here on a date. Like, in April. It was a night full of high hopes and mediocre results all around, but have no fear, my assessment of my date does not influence my assessment of the Yard House. Maybe I got a bad night. People who's opinions I would readily trust seem to have really enjoy this place, but I was not impressed. We walked in an I found the decor to be stark and too dim. I feel like a brewery or brewpub should be warm and inviting. A place you'd like to linger and try a few. This place says "come on in, but hurry out." They also claim to have the most draft beers on tap IN THE WORLD. Given that I've been to at least six places that have more beer on tap than the Yard House, I feel cheated. Now, I visited their website, apparently some places have way more beers on tap than others. So maybe the chain meets the claim, but not Dedham. As an appetizer, my date ordered onion rings. They were okay. I suppose they were very good for what they were and the presentation on them was quite unique. For my meal I went with grilled cheese and tomato bisque. It's a no fail choice, in my mind. I can be fancy and full of flavor and plain but comforting. Grilled cheese and tomato soup is always a win. Except at the Yard House. The grilled cheese, despite it's plethora of cheeses, was bland and greasy. Like, really greasy. Like I felt nauseated after eating half greasy. And the tomato bisque was watery and dull. My server really capped off the evening. He was creepy. Like, for real creepy. Over attentive in a way that made you want to bathe afterward. Hell, he made my date appealing. And that says a lot. I chose two beers. Both beers I love and have had many times. The first was great. The second tasted like they really needed to clean the lines. REALLY? BEER IS YOUR THING. CLEAN YOUR EFFING LINES. That is all.
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Frank G.
The food we got was fine, unfortunately it wasn't we ordered. Eating in is never a problem but I've had issues with takeout. Repeatedly. The woman at the front desk taking our order was preoccupied.
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Kelly P.
Went back for another try and sat at the bar this time.(( Lydia, manager at Yard House was happy to get me to come back and give it another try with a $35 gift card.)) Went for lunch, and it was amazing. The service could of been a little bit more attentive at the bar, as I saw many people trying to catch a bartender for drink, or silverware. Although when John , or Steven the bartenders knew you needed something they were very polite, and made helpful. Appetizers were fresh, and came out of the kitchen quite quickly. It was busy for even a Monday afternoon, but was able to find a the last two seats at the bar. I definitely will be returning to yard house again. If you want great trendy food, drinks, quality selection of beers go here. Spoke with manager Judy and informed her of the experience as well, as she thanked me for the feedback.
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Batrice B.
You really can't go wrong with this place. I was shopping with a friend at Legacy yesterday and stopped in for a quick drink and app. We sat without a wait at the bar, and as always the bar staff was attentive and great. Their beer suggestions were spot on and we were even given a sample of other recommendations. Even though they were out of my "go-to" app (Korean BBQ Beef) I went with the pastrami sliders. GREAT secondary pick, their apps area meal. For $10.95 I got 4 sliders and fries.... needless to say I had leftovers. I have never had a bad experience here and even when they ran out of what I get I tried something different and end up liking them even more.
(5)
Joshua S.
We were here last week with a group of 12 or so, a couple of which had food allergies. It started out with the drink order, they took all of our ordered, but one person in the party was using her passport as a form of ID, which caused a problem, as no one seemed to know if a passport was a valid form of identification... Then once the manager finally decided they could take the passport as Id it still took a solid half hour for all of the drinks to arrive at the table. Then onto the meal, we all placed our orders, the waiter took care to get all of the specifics from members of our party with food allergies, and figure out what they were going to order, and what modifications needed to be made. Then a few minutes later the manager comes over and takes the allergy orders again, making an annoyingly long process twice as long as it should have been. Then another hour passes until the food starts coming out, the specially cooked allergy dishes are cold, as they seemed to have been prepared before the rest of the food. About 10 minutes into the meal they bring out two more salads, it turns out they mixed up who had what, unfortunately one of the parties that was mixed up has allergies. Instead of telling them as soon as they realized what happened they went ahead and prepared replacement dishes, letting someone with allergies eat a dish that wasn't meant for her. I'm not from the area, so maybe this is a fluke. But a restaurant of this size should be able to handle a table of 12 with no issues within a reasonable time frame. What should have been a fairly quick lunch turned into half an afternoon filled with mistake after mistake.
(1)
Enay V.
I really don't get the hype. The food was ok but it wasn't worth the price. The place was packed on a Friday night. It was hot out but we were inside. Our waiter was sweating his ass off the entire night. It was literally dripping off his face - you'd think he'd want to swipe a rag across it every now & then. Really grossed me out. The beer selection was worth one star. The gardein marsala was worth the other - although, the gardein itself was too much - huge chunks of it were not appetizing. Smaller chunks & maybe burnt a little bit would have been much better. The appetizers were ok. 3 coconut shrimp for $12 - not so much. They weren't even that good. There are so many other better places - don't waste your time here.
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Christine C.
I have been to the Yard House before, and have always had a good experience. It goes without saying that the beer selection is incredible. There are suds to suit any taste. The food is pretty good as well. I really like their chicken tortilla soup. I recommend that anytime. The service is always good. Last night we had Renee, who was very nice, knew the menu well, made great suggestions, and when she noticed my BF's military ID, she thanked him for his service. I really appreciated that.
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Melody V.
I used to love this specific location until my group of 15+ stumbled upon the worst server in the history of visits at this Yard House. I can't complain about the food.....I really can't but being in the food service industry myself, it always starts and ends with the customer experience. We did complain to the manager on duty that night too since the server wasn't able to handle herself professionally with an issue we had. However, it's an experience I won't ever forget.
(1)
Lauren S.
Yard House *was* my favorite restaurant-bar in the area for the excellent food and drink menu, but the service has ruined my enjoyment of this place. I went to tonight with a group of 7, put in our names, and we were told 30 - 45 minutes. We checked in with them three times over the next hour and a half to see what the wait status was, and they always had a generic answer of "Probably another ten minutes." Between three and five hostesses were handling the front area at all times, and never once did they apologize for taking twice as long as they initially projected. Finally I brought up to them that our group had been waiting an hour and a half. Only then did they realize that they had apparently "already tried calling us." They asked if we had wandered off, which we hadn't. We had been sitting ten feet from them the entire time. One of the three hostesses took five more minutes to look around, and when she came back they acknowledged that they had given our table to another party by accident. Five more minutes to set up a 6-person table for the seven of us. They called a manager over and he acted extremely apologetic, but nothing was comped, nothing was offered. He did make a big fuss out of seating us at a "great table," (we waited another five minutes for a booth on his recommendation,) but that just didn't really fix the initial failure of service. It was hard to be in a good mood after that, and I'm very disappointed. We've also gone there for work functions as the Yard House claims that they welcome large parties, but they absolutely cannot in any way, shape, or form handle big groups. They get very visibly stressed out and confused which makes them a little rude. They don't reserve the tables they promise to reserve, and can't handle what it means to have several car pools arriving to fill a large group (ie, people not necessarily all being there at exactly the same time.) Bleh, this makes me sad. I want to be able to come here and eat some of my favorite foods in the area, but this night was hard to save after that long wait. It's really a shame.
(1)
Stephanie M.
Two Words: Truffle Fries!! Me and the hubs had lunch here this past summer and thoroughly enjoyed it. Based on what I had heard before dining here, I thought it was simply just another sports bar type place however, it really is much more. The menu is surprisingly extensive. It was hard making a decision but we both chose sandwiches which were ENORMOUS, fresh, and tasty. The real scene stealer were the truffle fries. OMG these were heavenly! I found myself wanting to lick the paper cone they came in! I like fries as much as the next girl, but I don't crave them...but these..these I find myself thinking about on a regular basis. For an adult beverage, this is a great place to explore as well. I'm not a beer drinker, but I was enticed by their cocktail menu. I will definitely try one in the future. The staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. On a second visit to pick up a gift card, everyone was amazingly friendly. I am looking forward to another visit soon!
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Me K.
OK my first thought was, not bad. Casual but not dumpy at all. Then I ordered my first skinny Margarita which tasted great however they could have put a little less ice and more drink in the cup! We ordered the chips and Quacamole. Was a little disapointed at the size but im use to larger than life portions which are not good for me! They were actually really good and shared between 2 were plenty! It seemes like they were off a bit and when we finally got our meal mine was cold. I ordered the carribean chicken and my husband ordered the blackened fish Taco's (they were amazing) So the waitress asked how things were I said fine, just a little cold but that was ok I would still eat it because we had a movie to make. The manager came over a minute later and apoligized for the food being cold and said they were a little off that night. He then said the entire bill was on him.... what wait yes he did say that! So two meals and app and 4 drinks. (yes drinks too) he asked us to please give them another try another day. I do take into consideration mistakes that happen but I judge a restaurant or company on how they handle the mistakes, honestly everyone makes mistakes but how you deal with them is what matters. So I am giving them 5 stars because the fish tacos were amazing and if I go back and I am not happy I have no doubt that they will make sure I am! If we had more time he said he would have been able to make it right but we had to make our movie!!!
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Tiffany M.
Based on my expectations, I have to give this place 5 stars. I expected a quality chain resto with a decent menu of draft brews, and ample seating for sports. So what did I get? -phenomenal music on the PA -surprisingly good food (ahi tuna salad & angel hair pomadoro) -tons of great beer on tap -pleasant crowd -great service -an excellent view of a dreadful Red Sox loss Hey, it's a chain restaurant, so I was thrilled that it exceeded my expectations.
(5)
Kimberly L.
My friends love this place, but I found it overpriced and really loud. The food was very good, (which is why it got a 3) the drinks were minimal, And the staff was mediocre. Parking is horrific. I would go again and give it another try...when I have some extra cash to blow.
(3)
Jess K.
Yes yes yes! I love this Yard House! Friends had been buzzing about Yard House pretty much since it opened, and so I finally made plans and met some friends there. My first time there I got the chicken fingers and fries, and they were the best chicken fingers EVER! They brought me bbq AND honey mustard... that's really the way to my heart! Since then I have been back probably 8 or so times. They do half price apps in the afternoon- 3-5 maybe?- so I have gone a couple times for that and gotten chicken fingers again. I have also had the grilled cheese and tomato bisque! Crunchy, cheesy, and yummy! They also do a good french onion soup. Pretty much everything on the menu is delicious! Some of the entrees are a little pricey, but I've never gone with anyone that said there food wasn't GREAT! One thing to note is that peak times get CRAZY. The wait on a Sat night gets to about 2 hours. I had a birthday dinner there for a large table and got there early around 5ish to secure our spot. They don't take reservations, so plan accordingly! I highly recommend Yard House, it's delicious!!
(5)
Jaymie T.
Meghan our waitress was awesome. Great food, great beer, great service and Meghan split the check 8 ways for us without us asking!
(5)
Brent C.
Disappointing experience overall. The wife and I stopped by Yardhouse this past weekend for dinner. We were quoted a wait time of 45-55 minutes; when we checked in 45 minutes later to get a pager there were "two people" ahead of us in line - at least 15 minutes later and the pager went off. That timing doesn't quite add up, does it? Also noticed that there seemed to be one person handling the time estimates and pagers for the droves of people coming in...didn't really make much sense with a line of people out the door. We get sat down at a table by the window up front. As we are lead over the table is still being wiped down. After sitting down, we notice the check from the prior guests' was still on the table. Not off to a good start. On to the food and drinks. The beer selection is great and the cocktails are equally as good. No complaints there. With dinner, things started to really go downhill. I ordered the southern fried chicken, my wife ordered the hamburger sliders. After waiting for what seems like ages - we ask the waiter where our food is. "Sorry, the kitchen is really backed up right now" we are told. Backed up kitchen on a Saturday night? The one time when a restaurant would be consistently busy each and every week, without fail? Our food finally comes out, the wife's burgers are nice and hot but my fried chicken is ice cold (so cold, in fact, that the cream sauce surrounding it and the mashed potatoes was congealed...gross). I send the chicken back and the manager comes over to apologize (I give points for the manager checking in so quickly), and he got me another beer on the house after I accidentally spilled the one I was drinking with about 1/4 left. The chicken comes back out about 10 minutes later and was awesome. On the negative side though, my wife had to finish her sliders in that time as they were getting cold. So much for getting to enjoy our dinner together! Now, the kicker. The wife and I finish our meal and out comes the check. The check had my fried chicken entree on it twice! The waiter comes back, apologizes, and takes one of them off. With this many mishaps in one meal I was a bit surprised for even one fried chicken entree to be on that check. Overall, two stars because when the food is done correctly it's very good. Drink selection is also very good. Loss of three stars though due to poor handling overall of a very disappointing dinner. The experience here just does not line up with the premium price they charge for everything. Interestingly enough, every time I have come here for lunch it has been great. For a place that seems to be consistently busy at dinner time, they just do not seem to have their act together.
(2)
H T.
Nice place to enjoy a beer and watch a sports game with friends. Food is better than your typical bar. Lots of options for beer on tap. It gets loud and busy. Younger crowd than the one in Lynnefield.
(3)
Lindsay M.
Every time I come here I never know what to get - no worries - everything is amazingly delicious! Prices are pretty reasonable considering they give you so much food you always have leftovers. GREAT beer selection
(5)
JAZON L.
Don't let the name deceive you. Its not all about the beer. They have great burgers and salads as well. I bring my groups of guys to watch the game, but families are great as well. They have a decent kids menu and my kids love the caesar salad. Personal recommendations - go for the BURGERS. Their buns are not big, bulky buns to hide the meat; but rather thin and the meat is the presentation.
(4)
Jim S.
I was really excited to try this place, but as a beer geek, I must admit I came away somewhat disappointed. I don't know where some of the other Yelp reviewers got 160-180 beers on draft from. They had 115 when I was there on 5/1. Add the bottles and it may get close to 180 total beers, but this is a distinction that is important to make. They claim to have the most beers on draft in the country, but they must be adding the total taps in each chain, not individual locations. My biggest beef is that for so many taps, the selection is incredibly boring. The few craft brews they did have were very "normal" in that you can find them on the shelves in most decent liquor stores. Beer guys won't find anything new or unusual like you might at any other "beer bar" in Boston. Far too many selections from the big brewers, but since it is a chain that probably relies on the large distributors more, I guess it makes sense. But seriously, only 4 out of 115 taps are higher than 9% alcohol content? Not that most people would know it as ABV content of each beer isn't even listed on the menu. Plus, no cask offerings, no beer prices printed on the menu, & only 3 rotating, seasonal taps? Very lame. It also bears mentioning I observed that the waitstaff seemed to have no clue about the beers, having to go to the bartenders to get recommendations or explanations of beer styles. Again, not what one would expect from a joint that is supposed to be putting beer first & foremost. The food was decent & reasonably priced, but nothing special. Huge portions, though, & the fries are some of the best I have had in a long time. I did enjoy the classic rock soundtrack that is playing over the speakers. Much better than the garbage played at most chain restaurants. Overall, definitely not worth the drive from Boston. If you live out near Dedham, I guess it is about your only choice for tons of taps, but if it were me, I'd rather drive into the city to get my craft beer fix.
(2)
Robert C.
Are you kidding me? This place is an over sized pub chain. Basic to low quality food. Loud! Place to have a beer, but for lunch or diner...I don't get the appeal. Big beer selection but they only sell 10 % of them enough To keep them fresh Way better options in legacy.
(2)
Roxanne D.
Great atmosphere, great service, and many beer choices. With that being said, I regret to have to also state that my dinner was lacking flavor. :( I ordered the Parmesan Crusted Chicken with garlic mashed potatoes. I was ready to stick with a 3 star rating, but our waitress was very polite and social with us. She came to our table and informed us that it was the end of her shift and introduced us to our new server. Just as nice as the last. Great experience overall!
(4)
Robert D.
They only have yellow mustard. No brown, horseradish or grey poupon. So what does that tell you? In my opinion: kid-friendly, but lacking in the details, where it counts. I should mention that I have been here only at lunch, and most of those times with kids, so I can't vouch for the evening scene or the beer menu. I can tell you that when a popular movie lets out, or it's dinner time on a Thurs-Fri-Sat, you can't get near this place, and if you don't like crowds, loud music and being scrunched, you wouldn't want to. For the most part, the food was good, and the service friendly, if not exactly perfect. There were a few awkward second-asks and craning necks for wait staff, but nothing out of the ordinary for a relatively new restaurant in a successful "lifestyle" mall. Incidentally, Yardhouse is one of the best choices at Legacy Place for a sit-down restaurant. The Aquitane Bistro and Met Bars are the worst of their chains. P.F. Changs is the same everywhere, as far as I can tell. Like all chains, their menu is chock full of selections, but I'm afraid that they didn't take the time to properly categorize things, which sounds like a hi-falootin' piece of criticism, but I think is accurate. What is the difference really, between "snacks" and "appetizers?" or "Appetizer Salads" and "Entree Salads (hint: it's not the size)?." Further, I'm not sure burgers don't belong in Sandwiches, but that's an argument for another day. "House Favorites" contain lots of different things that you might have been looking for elsewhere. The kids menu offers all the predictable favorites, though my kids didn't particularly enjoy the burgers or the chicken tenders. Looking around, it was clear that most kids did. The size of the portions is large, and in most cases, larger than you needed or wanted, so make sure not to order hungry and then have to take lots of stuff home. Back to the details: the Sweet Korean BBQ appetizer is a nearly perfect dish, that comes rice and some green vegetables, but every time I've ordered it (which was every time I've gone to Yardhouse) it was rife with fat. Now at a Korean BBQ shack that might be OK, but at a high-end, chain-style restaurant they could do better, and should. They've got the black walls, huge flat screen monitors, beer list and loud music all set. Now they just have to get to the details. And the mustard.
(3)
Jillian T.
This place is always full of people! The appetizers are good but I am not impressed with the entrees I have had. Great place to have a drink as they have so many beers to choose from.
(3)
Faith L.
Depending on the dish, food can be really tasty. I suggest the grilled cheese and tomato bisque as well as their pork belly street tacos and Thai chicken & noodle salad. Beer selection is really good. Service can be underwhelming and distant. Gets crazy busy on weekend night.
(3)
Raymond G.
We went on a Saturday night and the place was packed. After about an hour wait we were seated close to the bar. The place had a basic pub scene with a large center bar that takes up most of the restaurant. This restaurant definately thrives on its beer list. I ordered an "Ecllipse" which was 1/2 guinness and 1/2 blue moon, which are two of my favorite beers. It was a cool drink and much like the name implies, the Guinness gradually sunk to the bottom overtaking the lighter blue moon over the course of about 20 minutes. The beer list aside the restaurant is pretty mediocre. Standard pub fare at 2x the pub cost. $11 for a burger would be forgivable if it wasn't drowning in BBQ sauce. My wife had the Chicken ceaser salad which had a funny twang in the egg-free dressing. Overall, it was a cool place to check out once, but I would definitely think twice before going again. Although it is a cool place to go for a drink after a movie at the adjacent theater.
(3)
Beth G.
After not spending much time to speak of in the Dedham area, we found ourselves there twice during the month of May. Both times we ended up at The Yardhouse. The first time for drinks and appetizers, the second for drinks and a sandwich. I found the apps pretty decent, the lettuce wraps and nachos were pretty tasty. The California Roll was just weird. No part of that was appealing. The sliders were just ok. The second time, our waitress looked a little....coked up? She was like a hummingbird, calling us "love" and "sweetie" and telling us really odd stories about her jobs out west. It was beyond bizarre. However, the crab cake hoagie was delicious. I agree with other reviewers that something was off about the fries. I don't know. It wasn't awful. I'd go back for drinks because it's in a convenient spot. Not a glowing review, huh? It's the best I can do.
(3)
Mark C.
Worst experience ever. Ever. Loud, poor service, packed with people (but certainly that won't last long as it just opened), cheap tasteless food (and drinks) at ridiculously high prices. If you go there to eat you can't help but walk away feeling like you got hosed. It's as if they're so excited by the beer options that they forgot to pay attention to the kitchen and the service and the ambiance and the seating and....you get the idea. In this economy, Bostonians (I hope) are smart enough to take their business elsewhere - even within Legacy Place every other option is better than this one. This place will close in 2 years or less unless they make major changes in both food quality and the management.
(1)
Evan E.
This place is really hit or miss. Sometimes the food is great, but next time you will be disappointed. Service is equally spotty and the beer selection, while enormous, is expensive and makes me wonder how often some of the obscure kegs actually rotate. Worth a trip if you're looking for a place to drink and grab a bite, but the upscale-casual menu, prices and presentation doesn't have the consistency to back it up.
(3)
David L.
3.5 stars This was a pleasant surprise....and a freaking zoo. We got there at 5:30pm and the wait was still 40 minutes so we went to the bar to grab one of their 984 beers. Well after only 15 minutes our buzzer went off and we were seated in what ended up being in a shitty spot that probably shouldnt have a table. We had a chicken egg roll app which was good, I ordered the turkey burger and Trix had the chicken rice bowl. My burger was fantastic Trix enjoyed her dish. My only complaints are 1. It's a mob scene in here after 6pm, 2. Our server seemed unhappy that we didnt order beers. Sorry, we had beers beforehand and 3. Our table was at the end of a row and after 6pm the bar was 3 deep and created a real clusterfuck for servers and I was getting mauled for a solid half hour. Next time, we'll be in for lunch.
(3)
Andrew S.
I have faith that if I go back it will be good. I made the mistake of taking the family when this place is more for a night out with friends. The place is way to crowded. We waited an hour and twenty-five minutes to be seated. We were told we had a 45 minute wait when we entered. They seated us at the end of the isle and there were people standing all around us as we were trying to have dinner....sucked. My dish came out very late (blackened sword fish street tacos), had two very, very small peices of sword fish but was tasty, beans were ok, rice was cold. Took for ever to get my second beer. My daughter had the ceasar (wilted salad and tough dry chicken) not good. My son had the Hawian pizza, not bad. The wife had the Ti salad, that was tasty but it was hot in flavor. They had to be over the limit of people allowed in the building. They gave us free deserts to make up for the late entree, which were very good. $10.25 for a freakin Martini...what are you out of your frigin mind. I am done with the bars sticking it up everyones asses. Make the drinks consitantly good and charge $7.50 - $8.00 then I will tip your ass. They did realize they screwed up and did try and patch things up. I hate giving a bad review.
(3)
G P.
I had a much better experience this time. I'm glad I gave it another try. There was a bit more space to move around this time and the wait for a table was reasonable considering the size of our party. I got the California roll, or should I say cake?! It was awesome, I've had sushi more times than I can remember and they certainly made it unique! We all had a great time, thanks Yard House!
(4)
Mark W.
This place has gotten some bad reviews, but we actually had a great meal and got to enjoy a few unique beers. The service was excellent and the place looks great. If you go on the weekend evening then expect a crowd (they pack them in), but what's wrong with that? You can still get a drink and food and enjoy people watching. We did find the food prices to be a little steep but that seems to be the norm for Legacy Place.
(4)
Luke P.
Awesome beer selection - by far the best in the area. Below average bar food. I've not been impressed with the sandwiches, burgers and salads I've ordered from here. They do have a pretty cool happy hour late at night (10:00 PM on) that has 1/2 priced apps and pizzas (note: I've tried neither yet so they may be horrible anyway). Very crowded and noisy. Really ideal place if you want to drink a lot and watch a game. I don't know if I'd recommend Yard House for any other purpose, but it's nearly perfect in this category. Will be back for the beer for sure, but probably try to pass on the food.
(3)
Chris K.
Only thing preventing a one star review was that my Caesar salad was actually pretty good. But the service was atrocious! The first two beers I ordered weren't actually available, and they didn't tell me the second one wasn't until they brought my companion's beer. So I ordered a third, and it never arrived. Our food was dropped off by another person who put it down and left before we could ask about my beer or get some ketchup. I would have inquired with our waiter except our waiter Seth never made eye contact or checked on us again until we finally got up and asked for the check. We did complain about the missing beer and lack of attention and got an apology and an explanation that they had some confusion about who was covering which table. But no offer to speak to a manager or a discount and we had to run to an appointment. We've had poor service here before, but this was a whole new level of bad since I never even got my beer...
(2)
Gretchen S.
I have visited the Yard House twice now and not really a fan. First time was just for drinks and second time was for dinner and drinks. The YH is stated to have a "HUGE SELECTION OF BEER ON TAP', well being a beer snob as one would say I did not think anything of the selection here. You can go mostly anywhere and purchase the beers they have on tap maybe not to the extent but still I could find all of them without trouble. The food was just okay, the meals were pretty pricey and nothing special. The atmosphere is great to watch a game though since there are TV's everywhere. If you are looking for a good beer restaurant stick with Sunset Grille or Bukowski's. They also overstated the wait time both of the occasions which was a good surprise since most places hardly ever do that. Would have given it a 2.5 if possible. I would visit the place again if I am at Legacy Place but otherwise I will not go out of my way.
(2)
Tom K.
This place has all the trappings of a tourist trap. Located in an galleria of upscale chain stores with an anchor movie theatre, it looks like your typical mega sports bar. The place is a little loud with a long wait (but plenty of shopping options while you wait). Was very impressed with the extensive but unique menu ranging from standard pub fare to steaks, sushi and eclectic fusionesque options. Portions are solid and the quality of food is excellent. Try the chicken tinga taco! NY strip steak sandwich is another favorite. Large selection of draft beers. Overall one of the best sports bars (in terms of food) that I have been in. Good layout of TVs but audio is all music.
(5)
Whitney R.
I returned to the Yardhouse for the second time last night, and felt that an update is in order. Unfortunately, the food was not as wonderful as I had remembered. This time, I got a few aps with my flight of beer: Fried Chicken Strips California Roll Chilled Edamame The chicken strips were fine- not much can go wrong there- but I was pretty disappointed when I received the California roll and edamame. I must not have read the description thoroughly enough, because I was surprised to see that the California roll is not a roll at all, but rather, a cake-like concoction of California roll ingredients- minus the seaweed. All of the flavors were there, piled on top of each other, giving me the impression of an overcompensating effort to make the sushi non-traditional. It tasted good enough once everything was mixed together, but it lacked the practicality that is historically central to the design of sushi. I'm no chef, but I can think of other ways for the Yardhouse to own their sushi without interfering with its basic design. With regard to the edamame, I have a personal preference for the dish when it's cooled but still at room temperature. The Yardhouse serves it chilled, which seemed harder to eat (the pods snap when you pull out the bean with your teeth). Not a big deal, but it was a variation that was noticeable compared to what I've enjoyed at Japanese restaurants. Bottom line, I still feel that the service is excellent, the beer selection is amazing, and the portions are generous, however be wary of the "non-traditional" sushi at Yardhouse, and read the descriptions carefully!
(3)
Christina T.
I came here on Yard House's opening day and was pleasantly surprised. The modern, upscale dining atmosphere was very nice and comfortable. The beer menu is listed from least complex to most complex and gives you a wide range of beers to choose from. I had the Eclipse (blend of Guinness and Blue Moon) and the Dead Guy's Ale (?) - the most complex beer on the menu with a unique/hybrid blend. Both very satisfying and thick beers. My friend and I split the Seared Ahi Tuna sandwich which was cooked very well. They could have put it on thicker bread though because all the juices and oils made the bread soggy. For about $13, the price seemed right and worth it. Sandwiches come with french fries and a pickle. I wouldn't come here all the time but once in a while, it's nice to treat yourself to specialty beers and comfort food. I came here with about 10 or so people for my friends birthday and our waitress was very attentive and friendly.
(3)
Bob L.
We kept saying that waiting 30+ minutes on a Tuesday night was ridiculous but I have to say it was worth the wait. The menu was reminiscent of a Cheesecake Factory albeit much smaller. The true winner of the evening was the Burger with Bearnaise - I've had many, many, many burgers from top restaurants and this one has to be the best. My guess is that they did the ole "tabs of butter in the middle" trick which turned the entire patty into smelted goodness. Yard House claims a giant beer menu but I would say that places like the Sunset Grill in Allston beat that list hands down. Still, a great selection of even some tasty ciders. The one weird thing to note was that it seemed like it was part meet-market, part sports bar and part Chucky Cheese since we noticed very large groups (maybe teams) of tiny tots sitting not-so-quietly next to cougars in mid pounce. Last note on this place is that the noise level is way, way up there so hopefully this will give you an excuse to snuggle.
(4)
Parker H.
I really wanted to like the Yard House. Actually PRAYED I would like it. Why? Not too many casual dining options in the area barring the usual chain suspects and the insufferable Joe's. Also, I like beer, I like Rock, I like good food. What's not to like then right? A few thoughts: Prices. Are you kidding me? I can get out of Capital Grille cheaper. $3 for sodas is the tops of any chain in New England. Service was ok. Except I abhor the fact that my server constantly called my dining party "Gang" and called us Pumpkin, Sweetie Pie, Love, and everything else. Burgers Medium and Above Only. Shit, if I am going to spend $12 on a burger, I'd like it medium-rare, juicy and delicious. The requested medium came out medium well. The bun was soggy and the flavor was non-descript. Overall, the food was mediocre. Not terrible, just mediocre. But when the prices are as high as they are, you expect much more. The Music. Good lord, all the music was from the mid 80's. Not that I mind that, but would sprinkling in current music and music from the last decade kill them? Slow. Yeah, it is still relatively new but waiting 50 minutes for entrees at 4:30 before the real business begins is a bit much. They really need to focus on some value here, ramp up the food quality and service. I will likely go back at some point, but not in any rush.
(2)
Summer X.
The large wine glass is superior, I like the way they create those fun beer mix. We tried tons of appetizers: the Chinese garlic noodle if full of butter, no way to not taste good. The devil egg is fun, so pity only 3 piece in an order. The korean BBQ rice, the portion is big. The only complain is the chips are too salty.
(4)
Shar B.
Melanie the waitress sucked. She kept rushing us to order and was more attentive to her other customers. Being our first time there it was not a good experience at all! The food was good, too bad the service wasn't the same.
(1)
marissa k.
Good food, diverse menu, a lot of selection of both beer and wine. Good service. Prices could be like 10-15% lower, but it is legacy place. The place was packed on a monday night so that is very telling...I will be back!
(4)
Samantha D.
Great beer, and awesome food
(5)
Jon M.
The service at this restaurant is atrocious. After being sat down it took 20 minutes for someone to come over. We ordered drinks, took 30 minutes. I noticed the place was maybe at 30% capacity. When I asked are waitress in a polite way why the wait was so long. She told me "We're really busy today baby". Baby? what way is that to address a customer, let alone the fact that im sitting across from my girlfriend. I used to be a regular here and come quite often, after waiting 50 minutes to get a beer at a non busy time, I will think long and hard before coming back.
(1)
C B.
I know this place is a chain, but they knocked it out of the park in terms of execution, beer selection (this will be the first place we go once little Bean is born), seasoned food, portion size, and service! We opted for a bunch of apps the other night and they were all so good! The place is a little loud and they have TVs all over, yet only about 2 different programs on at a time. Let's put some sports on and watch the game!
(4)
Daisy C.
THE WORST RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE EVER!! And yes, I had to capitalize that. Here's my story: We were seated promptly...waited 10 minutes to get our drink orders...waited 20 minutes to get our drinks...waited 15 minutes to get our dinner orders....waited 35 minutes to get our burgers. When they finally arrived, they were tossed at our table by the 5th waiter we'd seen. The burgers were good (I was expecting better) but they were warm, meaning that they were sitting at the window for a while. We were done. Waited 10 minutes to get our check...waited 10 minutes to get the 6th waiter to process our check with another 10 minutes to return the card back. Here's the funny part, at another restaurant with better service and burgers, this would have costed less than $30, oh, but not here folks. The price tag for this mediocre establishment...$45. Remember the service, the portions were on the smaller scale, and the waiting...not worth the f***ing money. The place wasn't even busy and there were huge amounts of waiters ignoring you!! Never coming here again and I hope you take my advice when I say "Run like hell" and far away from this sh** hole. Oh, 1 star for the interior designing.
(1)
Melissa S.
We went here after the movies on a saturday night about a month ago and it was a good time. When we got there we were told the wait was about 45 minutes and they gave us a buzzer it buzzed about 15-20 minutes later so we were please with that. This place has the biggest booths I have ever seen. It's kinda loud in there and very dark. There is a great selection on the menu and the people next to us got the onion ring tower and I must admit I was a little jealous that we didnt order one as it looked delicious. Let me tell ya though they have a kick ass selection of mixed drinks and beers we had a very hard time deciding what to get! The mixed drinks come in soda 16 oz glasses which is big points with me! The service was great very on the ball for such a busy place.They serve beer in those yard stick long glasses too. This place is great and I highly recommend and I look forward to going back..for those onion rings :P
(3)
Hieu T.
The Yard House..... I heard great things about this place, mostly for the beer selection so my friend, me, and her family decide to hit up this spot on a Saturday night. Very, very impressive with the beer selections! They even have two type of blueberry beer which is my all time favorite. I love it! And they have this big beer glass that I will so need to try next time when I am there. The food were amazing! The chicken wings appetizers are definitely to die for! Nachos are definitely a plus to order as well. All of our entrees came out on time and it is absolutely delicious. I orders an asian-fusion chicken plate, which was so good. I have never taste tofu this good and light. It does not feel like a heavy pasta dish. One of my friend's brother in law order ribs - AND OH MY GOD! it was so GOOD! I definitely is going to order that next time and share! Hahahahah...I can never finish a rack by myself. So, the reason why I give them a 3 stars because of their hostess' services. We waited for almost 1.5 hours to get a table. We noticed that there were other parties that came late, but they got tables before us. We were getting really upset, and talk to the hostess couple of times and she keep telling us that this is a busy time for them and we have a big party (about 8 including 2 kids). When we finally got our table, we noticed that there would be 2 or 3 people for tables that can actually fit 9 or 10 people in it...................so it seems the floor manager do not know how to place their customers. No wonder the wait time was so long. UPDATE: I went back here during Happy Hour and was pretty happy with everything. I will definitely come back for only Happy Hour on a Monday or Tuesday's nights.
(4)
Uni V.
Huge Selection of Draft Beer! Food was ok.
(4)
Nick M.
I've been here a few times and I'm not overly impressed with the place. The beer selection is great, but there's almost too many options. The food is not so great. I've had two different sandwiches from this place and neither one was very good. My wife also got a salad which did not look good either The appetizers looked OK; if we end up going back, I may stick to drinks and possibly an appetizer. The wait time can be pretty long if you go on a Friday/Saturday night. Look to park in the garage as the lot is a nightmare to navigate (YardHouse is right next to garage in back)
(3)
Mark Z.
The perfect spot - incredible beer selection, excellent food, party atmosphere and really good service. I sat at the bar and took Stephens advice and ordered the Carnitas Enchilada Stack which was absolutely fantastic. With 100'ish beers on tap the evening couldn't go wrong. Highly recommend this place.
(5)
Gary D.
I'd really like to give this place 3.5 stars. Pluses Awesome beer list Good menu, food tasty & nice presentation but nothing outstanding. Minuses Noisy Pricey Service was spotty.
(4)
Dang P.
This was my second visit and the food was just as good as the first time. The servers and staff were attentive and accommodating. The place is always filled with diners and they do not take reservation. Many beers to choose from. Pricing were reasonable, give this place a try you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Kevin K.
My favorite go to restaurant when I don't know where to go. Usually I just get the street tacos and truffle fries. My favorite is their limited special taco which is the blackened shrimp taco. The baja fish taco is always great as well.
(5)
Jeff M.
Food is just ok. I think it's a bit over priced Drinks are weak n small Service is very slow at bar. Maybe a two star is best I can give to this
(2)
Nicholas U.
Came here after a movie with some friends. Waited quite a while because the hostess forgot about us, despite our group being the only group waiting for a table inside the place. One of the hostess' came over to us and asked us "What are you doing here?". That's a great start. After being seated, our server was spot on. The prices for almost anything food related was overpriced. We decided on the street tacos from someone's recommendation and damn were they some good street tacos. Me and my fiance split a few different flavors and all were amazing. A couple others at our table got normal entrees and they didn't look like anything special. They wished they had our awesome street tacos instead.
(3)
Shir L.
Update: Came here during patriots playoffs and it was semi crowded. Steak sub w/fries All out of seasonal beer due to the snow storm =( Initial Visit: My friend really liked this place and I've never been here so I decided to try it out. Our server Seth was good. Truffle fries - expected Rib eye was deliciously med rare. Right on the money. Citrus Agave Caipirinh was ok Brazilian mai tai was ok Grapefruit sparkling cocktail was light and refreshing. Bbq chicken salad was good flavor wise. My plate was topped with everything from chips and dressing, except the lettuce/veggies. The chicken was beyond dry, even though its covered in bbq sauce. Macadamia nut cheesecake
(3)
Amanda J.
My family and I came here for lunch and had mixed opinions. First of all, our waitress was very slow to come over and take drink and appetizer orders. Then, it took over 10 minutes to get our drinks and another 10 for appetizers. The food was really good (spicy edamame and boneless buffalo wings) and held us over until our lunch came. I got the lunch special (mixed green salad and individual BBQ chicken pizza) with a side of sweet potato fries and was very satisfied. My mom's meal, on the other hand, proved very disappointing. She got the kung-pao calamari and it came out completely cold. When she told the waitress, the waitress seemed less than concerned and sent the manager over to deal with it. Another plate was sent over but, by that time, we were ready to leave. I'd recommend the Yardhouse to get drinks if you aren't in a rush but the service and food wasn't anything to write home about.
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Brian E.
Since Yard House got bought out the food quality has really suffered. Went with the wife and dad. Every appetizer was 10$ and up. There was even an app that was 17$ so we went with snacks. Truffle fries great as usual but the chips and guac portion size was absolutely terrible. We literally got a handful of chips and a scoop of guacomole for 5.50$ , absolutely ridiculous. Our salads were just a regular ceasar with a tiny piece of salmon for 17$ each. Ill tell you this. I can go to a gourmet restaurant for cheaper than this. FYI Yard house you can stop pricing your prepackaged food as if its a top shelf 5 star restaurant , its not. Beer selection is great. Thats about it. Ive had food before at Yard House but since the same company that owns olive garden bought them out obviously theyre more concerned with bottom line than quality. Step it up.
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Lauren C.
Let me start this off by saying I am not a chain restaurant venturing kind of person. I'm a big fan of family run, hole in the wall, local type places.... but Yard House (and this location in particular) is the exception the the rule. I've been to a couple of different Yard House locations and this one takes the cake. Others have been either greasy, under-cooked, over-cooked, or just way too plain. The Korean short rib tacos are amazing; typically I'd just go to a Korean restaurant if I'm craving korean short rib but dang, Yard House gets it right. The chicken tinga taco is a tad heavy but very delicious. If you're a fan of feta.... you should definitely try the tinga. The New York steak salad is innnnnnncredible. We order it medium rare but it kinda always comes out at medium. Everything about this salad is great; green beans, avocado, homemade potato chips, pickled egg, tossed with a gorgonzola vinaigrette. It's very filling as well but still light. Appetizers I recommend: spicy edamame (this is 5 star good), Korean short rib app, guacamole (not a very large portion, good serving size for 2), queso dip (very heavy, to be shared amongst group of friends.) Beer enthusiast alert: Sample the Wormtown 'Bee Hoppy' and Clownshoes 'Gallactica!'
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Alex R.
I love Yardhouse. I am very surprised it does not have a better rating. Probably because they are SO busy. I used to work at the movie theater and frequent often. They have a TON of GREAT beers and there food is EXCELLENT. Getting a wide variety of beers and food that isn't your normal American fare is difficult to find, NOT HERE. Their prices are also reasonable for the area they are in. Their waitstaff is very knowledgeable about beer and if you catch a pro, well you are in for a treat! You can also sit outside which is a big plus! Yardhouse is definitely my go-to when I am in the area!
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Jennifer Y.
I went here with a couple of friends for fun girls night out. The menu is extensive a wide variety of drinks and food. I got the Nashville hot chicken man o man was this everything I wanted a fried chicken cutlet, pancakes made out of sweet potato and a fabulous bourbon syrup to go with it and chicken crispy and spiced w the right heat. The apps amazing. We got the artichoke and spinach dip, deviled eggs w candied bacon yes, candied bacon ! One of my friends ordered salmon but manager came to her direct and apologized and suggested similar option. Management super friendly as well as wait staff. I would def eat at again !!!
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Portia J.
Portion sizes are horrible. Seating is awesome. Had a great Truffle burger. The server Nikki is awesome, extremely knowledgeable and kind. We were a party of 6 and she made sure we had all the drinks we needed including making sure our waters were always full. I would def come back again but just for apps and lots and lots of beer.
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Stephanie G.
I had a great experience at Yard House in Dedham, MA this evening. A group of friends and I celebrated my 25th birthday in style with an array of delicious appetizers and a lovely sampling of deserts to finish off our meal. Maureen was our server and she rocked! ...was very friendly and approachable. Our manager Stephen provided an excellent and memorable experience. Thank you!
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Emily A.
Jam packed, so people obviously like it. Very guy's guy kind of place. Great beer list. Nice to have 3 glass size options. Are you kidding me with the large size option though? Awesome if you're missing your kegger college days? If everyone at a table is drinking these, the server should honestly give someone yellow caution tape to put on the car that will be driven home. If you don't want to talk to the people you're out with, this is your spot. Ridiculously loud, dungeon dark and plenty of TVs to turn your attention towards. We've tried the Yard House a few times -- here and at Lynnfield (always at the prodding of my husband, hmm...) But this was last time. I don't have a sensitive stomach but this meal sent both of us racing to the bathroom. Never again. Tasted ok but terrible results! Based on tonight's experience I'd give a 1 star but based on other experiences that were probably a 3, I'm rounding this to a 2. Next time we're driving on Rt 95 and hungry, we'll pass.
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Justin M.
I typically love the Yardhouse. I went last Saturday and was extremely disappointed. The service was great, the ambiance and beer is always great but the food was just so bad. I ordered the Korean pork belly tacos with spicy rice and beans. The rice seemed as if it came right out of the fridge and the taco shells were supposed to be soft but were stale and the beans were ice cold as well. I did not want to complain to my waitress because she was so sweet and she was extremely busy and seemed a tad stressed. My girlfriend had the lettuce wraps and hers was piping hot and delicious. I am not sure if the kitchen just screwed the ticket times up or what but I was disappointed with my experience. I view the Yardhouse as a treat since it is a bit pricy but it is worth it most times, just not this time.
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Debbie G.
Went here on Monday night with friends, we were a group of 6 total. There was a 30 min wait which wasn't bad since they give you a beeper and a 3 store radius!! We were able to sit outside which was nice since the weather was beautiful. The menu was fine. I had a burger and fries which were average!!! The beer menu is pretty nice. I enjoyed a few of the hard ciders! :) our waiter was great, I wish I could remember his name but he rocked!!!
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Ali L.
Nice location, and open late. The late night happy hour gave me a solid impression, as did the massive selection of beers on tap. I'm a fan.
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Shasha W.
Good drink menu. Always crowded so could be a wait. Very loud..If they are going for the "bar" feel they sure achieved it. If you want to be able to converse with the person that your are with then this is not the place you want to go unless you like to yell to talk.
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Elizabeth T.
I've been to this Yard House many times, because they are great at checking on my allergy every time I go. The food is also excellent, I've only had one thing that I thought was okay, the rest of everything I've tried has been excellent, especially the Korean BBQ beef. Service is also wonderful at this restaurant. I rarely have an empty water or iced tea, food is always served with a smile and the waiters, waitresses, host saff and managers are all very friendly. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a good solid meal, but if you go during prime time be prepared to wait!
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Mindy L.
Yard House is a really solid, decent spot to find a great draft beer and get some yummy comfort food. There are a ton of food options to go with the ridiculous rotating draft beer selection. The Spinach dip, onion rings, korean bbq short rib are all never-fail options for appetizers. Their burgers are solid as well. On this past visit, I decided to try a special from their St. Patrick's Day menu and I ordered the Guiness Shepherd's Pie. The waitress kept talking it up and I figured, why not!? When it came out, I just looked astounded...because it literally was like a whole pie. The size of a WHOLE PIE. I can't profess to be educated on what "traditional" Shepherd's Pie is, but growing up...I always had beef, corn and potatoes baked in a casserole dish. This was more of a beef pot pie. I've never had Shepherd's Pie with a crust before, but perhaps that's actually how it's traditionally made? I dunno. I would have liked it more if I had ordered it knowing what I was getting, but what I thought I was ordering was not what I got. If' I'm rating the dish as a Beef Pot Pie...it was really tasty. As a Shepherd's Pie, it missed the mark. Yard House continues to be, in my opinion, a good spot for decent bar food and great beer selection!
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Rick B.
Love Yard House. Been there with friends, taken family and our little kids - servers are really into it - the place is always packed and most importantly there is an extensive menu with a million items ranging from burgers to vegetarian chicken wings?! And a huge bar. So everyone from our 4 year old kid to my 80 year old mother left happy. Hard to do. There is a long wait most nights, so plan accordingly.
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Manfred S.
Great truffle burger. Good beer. Nice service, but a little bit too noisy to have conversation. The only drawback - I need to drive to get there. However, if I stayed at a hotel within walking distance, I would get shitfaced here.
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Brenna O.
So many beers to choose from. That's the only good thing about this place. Loud music, terrible food, terrible service. And the manager Jane just does not seem to care.
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Melissa L.
Food's only okay. I like the wings and truffle fries. But chowder, tacos, and shrimp app quality is disappointing. I've been to many locations and the quality of food has diminished. Beer drinkers love it for all the draft and it's a typical bar restaurant. Loud, lots of screens. Service was only okay.
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Beth C.
Great spot to catch the game and try some different beers. Extensive draft beer list. I like trying different kinds of beers so that was fun. The menu has a lot of different kinds of options - burgers, asian, pizza, cajun, you name it. I went with family and took a round table for seven. With two small children tagging along, we appreciated that the place was actually a little on the loud side. We felt like we could enjoy the meal without worrying that the kids were being loud and bothering anyone else in the restaurant. I liked that the table for seven was a large round table. I think round tables make it much easier for everyone to talk to each other. I would definitely go back.
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Francis R.
Really great service! Nikita was really a warm spot Of the heart', friendly spontaneous service and Great beer and wings
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Jennifer G.
I've been a loyal customer of Yardhouse for years now, and the food has never disappointed me! The reason I'm not giving this restaurant five stars is because of the service. It's really hit or miss. I've had multiple occasions where the service has been so terrible that I've needed to talk to their manager. Otherwise though, I love coming here for the food and drinks. Food -- just about everything I've tried has been delicious. I'm a huge fan of their burgers and truffle fries! For appetizers, try the onion ring tower...or more truffle fries. I also really enjoy their lobster mac and cheese as well as their jambalaya pasta. Drinks -- pages and pages of beers, enough for everyone to be happy. If you want to get really happy, go for their yardsticks (Yardhouse, you have to!). If you're not in the mood for a beer, they have a decently sized list of cocktails as well. Great place to come on a weekend night for drinks or to watch whatever sports games are on TV. They have multiple TVs playing multiple games all around the restaurant!
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Maria F.
We went there on a Monday afternoon around lunch time. It wasn't packed at all which was great. My boyfriend and I started off with a snack size of truffle fries. The fries had a great flavor to them. They were thin cut and crunchy. The only negative part was as we got to the bottom of the bowl the oil overpowered the fries which caused them to be mushy and too oily to enjoy. My boyfriend ordered the truffle burger with a side of tomato bisque soup. He enjoyed the burger. Again, the truffle flavor was great and was not too overpowering on the burger. The soup tasted a little burnt which made it hard for him to enjoy. I ordered the lunch combo of margarita pizza and clam chowder. The margarita pizza had great flavor and was a good size. The only things I would change would be smaller pieces of garlic and tomato. The pieces were pretty large and the garlic could be a little too much at times. My chowder was delicious, creamy, and was filled with clams. Sometimes when you order clam chowder it can be more cream and potato and not much clams..this was not the case! I'd love to visit again and explore some other menu options.
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Morgan T.
I have been here four or five times and everything I have had here has been delicious. The burgers are to die for, the onion ring tower is fantastic, the boneless buffalo chicken appetizer is great and I loved the Strawberry Fields Martini I got. The reasons I didn't give five stars is because it is a little pricey, the environment is insanely loud, you can barely here the person next to you speaking to you and because the menu is a little eclectic for me. I may have simple tastes but many of their menu items have odd additions to them that don't sound very appealing to me. However, they have no issue special ordering things, I have gone there with THE pickiest eater I know and she still manages to find something she likes. Also if you like beer this is a great place for you, over 100 beers on tap! I don't care for beer but they still have an expansive drink menu featuring many different margaritas, martinis and a lot of different wines! Definitely will be eating here again!
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Anthony B.
Usually too long of a wait to be seated. Not much space at the bar, very crowded. The food and drinks are good, but not worth the wait if you are very hungry.
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Kelly N.
I visited the Yard House on a Sunday night during Memorial Day Weekend. We were able to get a table right away and our waitress was very friendly. I loved the atmosphere of the place and seeing the huge wall of draft beers. I ordered the Pepper Crusted Gorgonzola Burger and my boyfriend ordered the Lamb Burger. Both were cooked to perfection and came with thinly sliced fries - just the way I like them! I know the Yard House is technically a chain restaurant, but boy do I wish I had this chain in South Jersey!
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Vincent M.
Solid place right here. Date night here with the wife a few weeks ago. Brutal heat out, super humid so we thought we'd escape here for a little bit. Sat down, ordered drinks and told the waitress we wanted a slow dinner. She was totally cool with it, told us to order when we're ready etc. Ordered some appetizers, she let us do our thing. Delicious chicken nachos, little light on the guac but I get it, avocados are expensive. Little while later, we ordered our mains. Terrific dinner. I've yet to have a bad experience at this place. Wait staff is attentive, patient and gives you space. Have never felt suffocated here. A+
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Em B.
The food is okay. The menu has a huge selection but they have all funky addings to the original recipes. The drink menu is great but not worth the $ (it would be if they cut the prices about $1-2). I've been here 5 times and it really depends on who you get as a waiter/waitress. There are 2 AWESOME servers here, Josie and I forget the other guys name. :( But the other times, the servers were not very attentive. I can totally understand and empathize that the place is busy, but not checking to see what we want for a drink until 30 min after we sit, then another 30 min for food, then another hour for the check. I actually had to flag her down to get her attention after all of that time. This place is a miss unless you get one of the 2 good servers here.
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Brian H.
Wish I could leave a real review but after landing at Boston Logan, was ooking forward to trying Yard House so drove there from the airport en route to Rhode Island. Was lucky to find a spot at the bar but sat and sat and sat with no acknowledgement from the bartender. After 10mins of waiting and not being greeted or even given a menu, I walked out annoyed into the cold Massachusetts evening. Service clearly leaves a lot to be imagined. Wish I could comment on the food, but never even got that far.
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Peter R.
Usually a great visit but it started with me staring at my drink near service bar for 10 minutes. Even when I asked the server she mentioned that servers run drinks... so after four servers skipped my drink I got up and grabbed it myself. Now on 20 minutes and we haven't gotten an appetizer in yet. It's definitely been exciting because she's hot! Finally got our order in, told it was shift change. In the business I understand the pain that tends to be on a Saturday afternoon. Ordered our second round and watched the game unfold again. We did get to order 2 peppercorn filet medium rare both came out incorrectly. My plate was scalding hot and my guests plate was just warm. My steak was well done and her steak was medium. They recooked my steak and it was delicious, the manager did return to check on us. We finished and left... The 3 stars were for this visit... I know they're great for a five star visit
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Gene L.
Decent place to grab a meal if you want to watch a game on one of their many TVs. The beer list is extremely comprehensive, which was definitely a plus. The food however, was where i think things were lacking. Although there were lots of options, none of the food my party had particularly stood out, and no one could finish their truffle fries at my table because there was too much truffle oil on it. Also, they forgot to bring out a dish that someone in my party had ordered. To their credit, they did come by and bring us the dish to go as we were leaving. As the night went on, it got extremely noisy and crowded at the restaurant.
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Emily R.
I've experienced better at the Yardhouse in Fenway to be exact (step it up Dedham)... I came here the other night, we called ahead and we asked if we could be seated outside, unless something inside was available first.. they said okay...I said thank you .. she said.. "yeah" and hangs up.... Actually NO. We get there and we check in, I asked Kristen (I believe), if we would be able to be seated outside... she responds... "well yeah, thats what it was made for?" and walks away with menus...we followed and sat outside... Unacceptably rude. Service was not great, our server seemed really distracted, messed up little things that weren't a big deal but were annoying. I got a margarita and it came out with sugar..even though I specified salt..and in the same glasses they put water in... not that appealing. We didn't even order another round of drinks because they took SO LONG to come out the first time...and our server was very MIA (until it was time to pay). Food was very good as always, we had chicken lettuce wraps, buffalo wings, and sweet potato fries! mm!
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Irina V.
We came in yesterday (March 26) for lunch. I saw Alex serving the bar tables next to the windows and asked to be seated right there! Last time we had Alex was like 8 months ago. I told my husband look there he is! Lets go there! As always Alex is so attentive and so polite. He knows when to check on us and he is good with timing on drinks! Now I know when we come we can ask if he is there and request him! Food was fresh and delicious! But please leave Chimay Triple in the menu :) Thanks!
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Leah K.
I really love going to The Yard House (great food, fun atmosphere) but after frequent slow service my past few visits, this weekend was ridiculous. We needed to be somewhere at 9:30, so we thought arriving at 7:00 for dinner would give us enough time. We ended up JUST getting to our destination (7 minutes away) right on time. Here's why. We were quoted a 25-35 minute wait. After 50 minutes, I asked what the status was. The staff told me that they were just preparing a table for us. 15 minutes later (after seeing parties seated who had arrived after us (parties of 2 sitting at a 4 top)) I was mad. I went in and told the hostess that we had been told our table was just about ready, 15 minutes ago. She sort of shrugged her shoulders. I'm not sure what I wanted her to offer us...but not only were we waiting twice as long as expected, but the staff just told us things to keep us quiet. Once we were finally seated, it took about 15 minutes to get our drinks on the table. We hurried through our food (delicious 4 cheese pizza and amazing bbq cheddar burgers) and got the heck out of dodge. I felt bad for hurrying our waitress, but the front end of the house caused a bit of a pile up as far as I'm concerned.
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Emily L.
How can go you wrong with a chocolate stout beer float and an order of spicy jambalaya?? I always get these items when I come here. The jambalaya is never off par. Writing this review makes me want to go and get some again! The staff is always really friendly. I asked for bread last time and they were nice enough to grab me some since the restaurant does not do bread to start.
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Maryan P.
Great vegetarian and vegan options with their Gardein products. Hummus appetizer and Gardein (nonmeat) deliciouus buffalo wiings. Yum. Oh and their beer selection is great too.
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Yelena W.
Great Beer Collection. Free parking. Nice food and good service.
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Nancy Y.
We eat here every year that we visit Dedham. The cheddar burger is at the top of my burger list. Juicy and flavorful. You won't be disappointed. The fries are yummy also.
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Virginia W.
I have been here a number of times and it's been the same every time. Huge line during dinner- usually about a 45min wait. Haven't been here during lunch hours so I can't comment on that. They have an excellent selection of beer- probably one of the biggest in the state. I'm not a huge beer person so it's nice to have a variety of other ciders to drink and lots of wine. The half yard is about 2.5/3 beers. The food is great! I've had multiple burgers and they've all been consistently good- the fries are almost like shoestring fries. The nachos are a huge portion- it can easily be a full meal so don't fill up too quickly. Truffle fries and sweet potato fries are on point. Calamari is pretty basic. Onion rings are delicious, especially the dipping sauces they come with. The most recent entree I've tried is the Blackened Swordfish Tacos- they were good for the most part and it didn't taste too much like fish; the spicy sticky rice was a bit hard and the baked beans were mediocre. The downside is that it's pretty noisy and very crowded. The service isn't always the greatest. I feel like half the time I have to waive down the waitstaff. It's understandable that they are very busy since it's a busy place but waiting as long as we have to for a check can get rather annoying. Overall it's a good place for a relatively small group but not a good place for something intimate.
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Amelia S.
Came here for lunch and it was good. Service was a little lack-luster...we seemed to wait quite a bit for our food (which was fine because we were with friends- but we had a baby) even though the table behind us ordered way later and got there food way earlier. I will be back because it's easy, reasonable, and has tons of room! Might want to consider some lunch specials.
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Adrianna R.
I could live off the truffle fries alone. This place is bar food done slightly upscale. It has a great variation in the drinks menu. The majority of the staff is friendly and welcoming. If your into sports you'll be glad to know it doesnt matter where you sit you will be facing a TV with some game on it. It can get loud and is not quite the best place for deep conversation.if you come after 6 especially on the weekend expect to wait for a table
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Lilly S.
I'm pretty surprise to see that so many people don't like this place! First of all, that draft list! Amazing! So many great choices and at mostly good prices. A nice, big bar with friendly bartenders, too! The menu is also HUGE! Everything you could be in the mood for. Burgers, tacos, pizza! Also, if you're a vegetarian, you'll love this place - lots of veggie options plus fake meat! There's a whole section of fake meat dishes! I was blown away! I've been here three times now and have always enjoyed the food. It's not mind blowing, not the best food I have ever eaten but it's well priced and doesn't disappoint. The beer is the main lure of this place to me but the food is definitely a few steps up from bar food so if you want to have some good beers, it's a great choice. Service has also always been great - friendly, attentive servers, even when I came here with huge groups the first two times!
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Suzanne G.
I don't know, this isn't my type of place. I'd come back to sit at the bar, but not to wait two hours to eat Chilis-style food. Great beer selection, three stars for that.
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Kendalyn T.
Starting off by saying that for a chain restaurant anything you order here you will be pleased. I often get the grilled cheese but need to stay from the ridiculously high sodium-laden meal. The service is always fast and nice (except the bar can get kind of crazy). The reason it doesn't get 5 stars is for their unbelievable wait (we usually expect to wait 1 hr every time) and that it is true with an extensive menu and a chain many items are pre-packages with many preservatives.
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Josh L.
I've been here a total of four times and have never had a pleasant experience. The food is never consistent. The staff are completely incompetent and something gets screwed up every time. We had a waitress tell us that dishes are not available, even when they're on the menu and we saw other people eating them. We had a runner bring a round of beers and not know which beer was which. We had a waiter bring an entree with the appetizers, then take it back for later and bring the same dish (cold). And then charge us twice! We had a waiter bring a beer to a woman with Celiac who had ordered a gluten-free cider and before realizing it she started to drink it. And once we were cut-off at the bar after about three drinks each.
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Le T.
They have half off after 10pm! Went here for the first time with my close friends right after my last final of undergrad! Didn't regret that decision!! Food was delish!! Their drinks are amazing balls!
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Angela C.
Really disappointed in my take-out experience. When I unpacked my food at my hotel(right around the corner), my sweet potato fries were missing the bacon maple cream dip. Without that, they were just plan fries. Then, I go for the lobster, crab and artichoke dip, which was only lukewarm. I moved on to the burger, which was missing the fries that were promised with the order. In addition, it was overcooked and dry. Bummed that a place so well- recommended could err in so many ways.
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Denise N.
my boyfriend and i had a pretty good lunch here a few sundays ago. first- this restaurant is large. the tables/booths probably seat over 200, and the bar alone seats at least 50. it was a little overwhelming. additionally overwhelming were the amount of draft beers on tap- well over 100. it being a sunday, and the patriots playing, we saddled up to the bar for some front row seats to the action. we arrived a little after noon, and it was easy to get a seat. a mere 20 or so minutes later, the whole place was packed. so, my advice is to come early. the menu is large, and so broad in its offerings, truly anyone will be able to find something appealing. my boyfriend went with their french dip served with shoestring french fries, and a caesar salad to start. his caesar was excellent. the dressing was tangy and savory at the same time- a perfect balance. he orders french dips fairly regularly, and this was by far the best i've ever tasted. the meat was so thinly sliced, so juicy- it was absolutely melt in your mouth good. i know people say that, but i usually don't; i really mean it. his fries were good, though not really anything to write home about. i opted for a banh mi sandwich, an hongos y rajas taco, and a cup of their tomato bisque to start. the tomato bisque was delicious, and served with some fresh cut basil, which i thought was a nice attention to detail. my hongos y raja taco sounded like a thing of beauty on the menu- very descriptive, unusual ingredients, etc. in real life, it was a taco that tasted exactly like average, every day mushrooms and peppers. i wasn't even sure if the advertised cheese was actually present. it made me question the almost $6 price tag, big time. it was of a good size, but nothing like what the menu made it seem it would be. i was disappointed. my banh mi was also just eh. i opted for the short rib option. it was obviously marinated because the flavor was divine, but the meat itself was tough as all heck. there was no taking a bite of a slice of the meat- if you bit in, the whole slice was going with you. the pickled carrots and papaya relish weren't pickled enough, and the construction of the sandwich was poorly executed. do not order this on a first, second, or even third date. you will look ridiculous. additionally, the broccolini slaw with which it is served is largely a repeat of the garnish for the sandwich, and was extremely under-dressed and therefore flavorless. i had to request a side of spicy peanut dressing in order to eat it. service was pleasant, though somewhat inattentive, simply due to the size of the space, and how many patrons were present. i actually had to ask a manager for the side of peanut sauce which, as a former restaurant person, was a little embarrassing, and made me feel like an annoying guest. i think that this restaurant has a lot to offer, and perhaps maybe i did not experience their strong suits during our particular visit. i would recommend going at least once. i will probably be back eventually, but i'm not in a rush.
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Cara L.
Love the vegetarian and beer options. They have messed up our order a few times, but are always great about correcting it
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John S.
When I walked through the door I almost crapped, Because in my life I've never seen so many taps. Food was OK; No reason to cheer, You should mainly just come for the long list of beers. I pulled open the big wooden doors with yard glasses for door handles and was greeted by a humongous wrap-around bar with 100 beer taps. The beer menu was well-organized into beer-style categories and it was very easy to find something to drink. I was feeling something hoppy, but they also had options for malty, light, and all else in between. Beer came out to a price between 6 and 7 bucks, which wasn't wonderful but OK for a chain restaurant. Bartender was a very nice guy who knew his brews. One of the deals Yard House offers is half-priced pizzas, sliders, and appetizers from 3 to 6pm weekends and Sunday through Thursday 10pm to close. My group came on a Saturday afternoon, so this deal was off-limits to us. Started out with the barbecue chicken nachos, which were loaded with toppings and very tasty. There wasn't one crumb left on the plate after about 10 minutes. I ordered the Pepper Jack burger for my entree, which was disappointing. No spiciness at all; no flavor at all really. There just wasn't much to it aside from a slice of cheese and a couple soggy peppers. The heaping side of fries, however, came with some crispy, thin delights. Very good. Overall, if you take away the novelty of the beer selection you have another regular chain restaurant. Come here for the beer.
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Nicole P.
I am blown away that this place doesn't have 5 stars across the board. This is by far the best restaurant that I have ever been to. The server, first if all, Alexander, was awesome. Super nice and attentive to us. He even let me sample a cider regardless f how busy it was. The food.... Was amazing. They have Gardin products for vegetarians!!!!! So many options! I got chicken fingers and fries which was unreal. Considering I always have to he a salad out, this may be the best meal at a regular restaurant (non vegan) that I've had in years. Their menu is huge with so many vegetarian meals and beers and ciders! Great for gluten free folk too! My boyfriend had a regular burger because he's a carnivore and even he said it was a 5 star burger! (He also said if he was hungry enough, he probably wouldn't have know the chicken I got was meatless!) Thank you, Yardhouse, for such a terrific meal and experience. We will be back, again and again and again.
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Wilson L.
Normally at any restaurant where I find hair in my food - one star. But the manner in which our server and the managers proceeded with the situation is what made me give Yardhouse a 3. Our server apologized and the manager (who had just started) came over and apologized. They took care of our bill (which was small) and offered me a substitution but at that point my appetite was done. I appreciate the effort they put in to still try to make it a enjoyable experience.
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Food L.
Love this Place the atmosphere the food the service home run for me. And the spinach dip is the best around
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Nikkie C.
Searched for a bread bowl of clam chowder. Waited 2 hours to find out this is a chain and NO bread bowl. So disappointed.
(2)
Jeremy K.
Not sure what their deal is lately but the last two trips there have been less than impressive. We recently made a reservation for 12 of us and they completely screwed up just about everything. It took nearly an hour just to get our beverages and appetizers and another 90 minutes us to wrap up our meal. We also had people in our party that were visiting from Europe and it took 3 staff members to check the passports for authenticity. It caused problems and pains and no one ever really apologized for it. When the food finally arrived, some of it was screwed up. They served the wrong dishes to the wrong people and had to re-fire a couple of things. Nothing was comped once again and no apologized for made. I used to love this place but lately it's gone seriously downhill. The staff just doesn't seem to have it together and it has made for some pretty painful experiences as of late. I really hope that they work on improving things, or I'll have to find another watering hole nearby to satisfy my thirst for craft beer. And as of our waitress for the day, Shannon, she was borderline rude and quite inattentive. Definitely the worst one I've had there. All in all, not a very good day for Yard House, which is surprising as they're usually able to handle heavy volume with ease. Not sure what happened there but I've been there many times and this was by far the worst I've seen from them...
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Just M.
First visit went well. Bartenders were attentive and ready to serve. Great customer service and the food looked wonderful.
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Beatriz G.
The food was great. We were a party of 5. Everyone enjoyed there food. I appreciate the variety of vegetarian food. I ordered the Gardein Mac & cheese. It was very good portion and very tasty.
(5)
Hannah K.
I tried Yard House for the first time a few weeks ago for a friend's birthday. I have Celiac disease, and asked if they had a gluten free menu as soon as I walked in. The manager assured me that they did and that I would be well taken care of. I ordered off the menu and told the waitress that I had celiac, and she told me they would be careful to avoid cross contamination. I ordered the carnitas street tacos with brown rice and beans. About two minutes after I ordered, another woman came over and told me I actually could not order the carnitas tacos because they had gluten in them. What!? Why is it on the menu then!? She informed me that it is a gluten sensitive menu and not a gluten free menu (what the point of that is, I'm not entirely sure). She told me that the blackened swordfish tacos are 100% gluten free and they will be fine for a celiac to eat. I agreed to order that because she seemed so confident. The food was not great, but it was okay and I nibbled at it for a little while. About 10 minutes after I left the restaurant, I started to feel sick and was sick for a full day -- sicker than I can remember being from gluten in a LONG time. Awful! I called the restaurant to inform them that the tacos are NOT gluten free. I would have preferred that they told me they could not serve me than tell me they were positive my food was safe for a celiac and then be ill all night. If you're gluten free, do NOT waste your time here -- Wicked next door has a GREAT menu and I have never gotten sick there. Yard House did not even offer a refund.
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Stephanie B.
Usually busy, for a good reason! Great food, of course a great brew selection. The staff do a good job checking on tables even at the height of dinner rush hour.
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Tuli S.
I love this place! I've been here a few times over the last few years and there are a few dishes that I always order. First off, the Yard house is in an excellent location. Legacy place is always full of people and has a lot of other great restaurants/stores. My 1st stop is usually the Legal C bar for a drink or two before dinner. The first time I came here I had an AMAZING waiter. I always think of him every time I come back. Unfortunately he's gone, but I've always had good/great service. I've always ordered the same food here, it's been hard to try new things because I love my regular order so much. For an app--the cobb salad is presented beautifully, and the avocado is plentiful and fresh. Then for the entree, the St. Louis ribs are amazing. The meat is soft and falls right off the bones, so ridiculously delicious. The sides are also amazing. I had never eaten creamed corn (never sounded appetizing) until I came here, and it's so tasty, I wish I could eat it all the time. The ribs also come with beans, and I like all beans, so that's great too. Finally, the mini chocolate souffle..words cannot describe how perfect this tiny little dessert tastes. It takes about 20 minutes for the souffle to cook, and it's worth it. It comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a (mint?) leaf. Amazing.
(4)
Jeff K.
I received, what I thought was an honest reach out to me, an email asking to write the manager to address me concerns. When I did that I was asked for a receipt or for a date and time I was in the restaurant. I felt, and still do, that they were trying harder to prove my Yelp review was real rather than address my concerns. When I told them that and asked that they take their requests and shove them... to an undisclosed location, they denied it but said that wanted to send me a gift certificate to come back on them. Upon further research I have noticed with a review that was mediocre, like mine, they contact the reviewer and offer a freebie to come back and then those reviewers RE REVIEW with better results. Homie don't play that way. My review was real. I go to a place and go back to a place for the experience, not for a freebie to make my reviews stronger in favor. My reviews are real, not bought and I would never write a bogus review.
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Claudio D.
Very underwhelming... Not up to par with its Boston counterpart. Diminished menu, substandard service and not priced for Dedham. Go into boston or try something else nearby, they've lost my business
(3)
Emily B.
Very fun place with extensive beers on tap. The beers and food are a little pricey and that's the main reason for the 4 stars. If you get a chance, sit at the bar at night, dennis and adam are great bartenders!!! The ahi poke stack is a goid spin on sushi which I highly recommend and I love the house hobey blonde.
(4)
ten m.
I'll give it a solid 3.5 stars for good food and the extra .5 point goes to their desire to better my experience after the last review. Service is still slow, but food is fairly reliable and the restaurant provides a younger more interesting ambiance than similar restaurants.
(4)
K W.
Yes!!! Great menu... A la carte tacos are great as is garlic noodles for an app. Gets busy so get there before 6pm.
(4)
Sharon O.
My companion: "Oh... the wait is 1.75 hours. Maybe not." Disappointment! But, when we finally made it in at an off-time (there are no reservations taken), we still had to wait 20 minutes. After we were seated, it was like the world outside didn't exist (well, when we weren't looking at the TVs with the game on). I really, really enjoyed our experience at Yard House. The menu is HUGE, but our waitress took expert care of us; she made great suggestions (miami ice cocktail is completely worth it!) and was really, one of the few waitresses I've ever thought really deserved a very good tip. Besides of course, that she had a lot going on besides just our table! I was pretty curious about was street tacos with korean pork or beef, but decided on playing it safe with a favorite sandwich and fries for my first try. I was also pretty impressed with their gluten-free and vegetarian (gardein) menu choices that I imagine make it easy for groups of friends or families to enjoy a fun night out enjoying together. While I did feel a little dehydrated after our visit, I would love to go back again... obviously since I've already picked out some grub to try next time. Wish they took reservations though!
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Rich L.
Yard house never disappoints. Really good fries and solid burgers. The selection of beers are unsurpassed. I would give 5 stars but the wait is extremely long especially during dinner and weekends. I would suggest checking this place out for lunch during the week.
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Kelly F.
Update to previous review. Meal was served hot and delicious. Service is excellent as always. Chris our server was especially nice. We haven't been back for happy hour yet to see if that food is also served hot now, but looking forward to it. One star off because this was 3rd time they were out of beer that my bf wanted. I understand they can't have every beer all the time, but it was advertised on digital blackboard so he thought that should at least be updated to reflect available beers. But overall great place, which is exactly why it's always packed
(4)
Robert N.
This is a go to place for me and my fiends as well as my wife for a casual dinner out. Great beer selection and atmosphere. Always had good service. I can recommend everything I've tried on the menu. This includes the chicken nachos, assorted street tacos, seared tuna, turkey club and artichoke dip (which is actually artichoke you dip in sauce, rather than dip made of artichoke), but the standouts for me are the firecracker wings and the Cuban sandwich. It is almost always loud and crowded, but I personally like that. If we're coming at night, we stalk the bar and something had always opened up, but it can be a long wait for tables.
(4)
Susan L.
When you're told 25 to 30 minute wait you're ok with that especially when you get a couple seats at the bar after 30 minutes But that turns into an hour and 20 minutes and you've checked with the hostess 3 times to see where you're at on the list. We could have eaten twice at the bar. Hostesses were rude. Miranda took care of us. Was very apologetic and sent over Colleen, the waitress. The Manager came by and offered to buy us our drinks and app. We declined although they did pick up the app. Food came out somewhat fast and was good, not great. Hopefully we were the exception for this establishment.
(3)
R K.
Prior visit at the Yonkers NY Ridge Hill location resulted in an average easily forgotten experience. I did however enter here with a open mind hoping for the best. So much for optimism... Place is dark - very dark. Service appears to be in the dark as well. Initial drink orders came out promptly however three (3) requests had to be made before additional water was received. For appetizers we shared the nachos which took awhile. Once received they were enjoyed but never finished. Why? Here came our mains planted before us before we were ready. Gone were the nachos... Inexcusable... The Ahi Tuna Sandwich was dry and unacceptable. As was the accompanying salad with - unbelievably - soy sauce as dressing. Needless to say the dish couldn't be finished. The Ahi crunchy salad was boring in flavor - barely acceptable. All other orders were average - nothing more. I find the concept of hundred plus beers anywhere unnecessary. However if that's your thing - drink and be merry...and eat elsewhere. Besides - The place needs to "lighten up"...
(1)
J B.
This is the worst bar/service experience you can imagine. The bartenders are robots. They don't care about the costumer and proceed to go through the motions of their job. Not welcoming at all. They seemed annoyed at the fact that they are working. A smile and hello goes a long way. The food is nothing to write home about. Often cold and plain simple edible. They are lucky they are the only bar that large in the area. The beer selection and free parking is all they have going for them.
(1)
Clara R.
I can't really recomend this place to anyone due and only due to the service wich sucked. I'm sorry Yard house your burgers where too dry and your food was overated and overpriced . Won't be going back.
(1)
Mark B.
Went here with friends a few weeks ago. A busy place, which is usually a good sign. We were seated after a little wait and I was handed a menu. I was floored at the selection of beers. I love a good beer, that night, I discovered some great beers. The server was knowledgeable and great. The wait time was average from time of order to receiving drinks for such a busy place. I am not a member of the generation that "needs it right now or I'll have a fit" so I sat and talked and enjoyed the atmosphere. I am going back as soon as I can just for the french fries, best I've ever had in my life. I highly recommend a reservation if you are particular about your seating. The menu is large enough for several new food experiences..
(4)
Neal D.
Really love this place. Happy hour 3-6 is awesome and I have never had bad food. They have so much on their menu, it's sort of a Cheesecake Factory for beer lovers...
(5)
G P.
This menu is almost perfect in regards to balance. It has awesome healthy options, great american classics (burgers, wings, ribs), some good sandwich choices (roast beef french dip is my fav) and some Asian-inspired dishes which are pretty good too. This place and BBC in Norwood have the best beer selection in the area.
(5)
Ama N.
I seriously hate this place....not because of the food or drinks but because of its rodeo feel. Theres always seemingly millions of people whose fav weekend activity is probably tailgating lol....a bunch of bro's and guys wearing patriot jerseys. Its just too much.
(1)
Caleb M.
Great food, you can't go wrong here. Pepper crusted Gorgonzola burger is really good.
(5)
Jackie M.
Always great food and drinks. It's loud, wait time can be long, service is typically a bit slow but staff is really friendly and professional.
(5)
Caren B.
I love the Yard House. Their food and drinks are always so good. I am now a vegetarian and have been for a year and love that they offer plenty of choices for me. And when I was not everything that I did eat was always delicious. The staff is always friendly too and the service is always great. This is my go to spot all of the time.
(5)
C M.
Holy sh*t this place has so many options for beer... if you're anything like myself, you have no choice but to leave here slurring your words and high fiving strangers. The food is decent, stick to apps and beer. The IPA & Belgium samplers give you a good idea of what your looking for if you have never heard of the choices! And parking blows.
(4)
Margaret P.
So after I wrote this review, Mark (^above) reached out to me and suggested I send them an email to see if we could resolve this. I sent an email, twice actually, about a week ago, and still haven't heard a single thing back. A lack of customer service both inside the establishment, and outside.
(1)
Tina W.
Beer selection awesome but a few food dishes not so great. Fried calamari dry, bland and small portion for the price. Chicken tenders dry, no flavor and batter looks like it was fried in oil that needs to be changed because it was a dark brown color and it wasn't seasoning. Truffle fries were delicious but was cold so asked for a fresh one and waitress was nice about it. It was 9 of us and was asked to be carded 3 times due to move from bar to seats which was reasonable but the waiter changed at our table so the new one asked again. Annoyed that we had to wait for managers (yes 3 separate times!) to come to verify a passport and drinks came at different times (a few drinks every 15 mins). Nothing against the waiters. They were just doing their job. They said they are strict with the ID checks because 70% of their sales are alcohol but a better process needs to be implemented for example during a wait staff turnover. I wouldn't recommend this place for large groups or for food. Maybe for beers you can't get as draft elsewhere during slow hours to get a seat at the bar.
(2)
Melissa F.
This is the second YH location I've been to and I like it. Yes it is smaller than the massive one in Fenway but it's still a decent size. Same yummy food and large beer menu. I was craving a Shock Top this past Sunday and was glad they had it on tap :) Their Mac n cheese is awesome and one of my favorites. We split the chicken nachos to start and those were really good too.
(4)
Donna K.
Cooke's Seafood in Hyannis is the best - not just food but service. For a wedding rehearsal dinner our son wanted take-out fried seafood. Denise was so helpful - and everything was ready on time, stayed hot, delicious, and a huge success.
(5)
Chris B.
Second time here and the second time the food has been later than quoted and poorer quality than should be possible - don't come here for takeout unless you want a cold burger because "the fries weren't done"
(1)
Michael R.
I enjoyed my meal here. Service was good, actually very helpful and friendly. Tried a bunch of things from the happy hour menu. The vampire taco on a flour tortilla was delicious. Good Cesar salad. And although it wasn't prepared in the traditional way and tasted a little different, I liked the jambalaya too. Portions aren't large, but the advantage of this is, you can try lots of different dishes. I will go back.
(4)
Anna T.
Went here for a few drinks at the bar with friends. My ginger and crown had a bug in it. The bartender apologized but the remade the drink even weaker. Didn't address it or tell the manager nor did I get my drink comped. Lack of customer service will mean I am NOT going back to this YH.
(1)
Dianne M.
We ate here last Sunday and the service was excellent. Stacy was our waitress and she couldn't have been more attentive. She was very knowledgeable about beer and made a perfect recommendation for me. I got the tomato bisque and my boyfriend got the clam chowder, to start with. We then shared a hummus plate before ordering our dinner. For dinner I got the pineapple and ham pizza. My boyfriend got the pastrami sandwich. I thought the tomato bisque was excellent. The hummus plate was good. It came with some grilled pita bread and was topped with olives as well as edamame. The only thing I would have changed would be to add some fresh veggies to the plate, like cherry tomatoes or celery. I really liked the pizza, it looked like it might have been wood grilled. I had a bite of the pastrami sandwich and thought that was good as well. I only wish it was served on better bread, maybe some toasted rye or something. Overall the food was delicious, and my picky-ness just stems from being a cook myself.
(4)
Dan C.
Good beer selection. Food is fine.
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Jou-jou S.
I enjoy the atmosphere and the huge menu. Staff is always friendly. Sunday through Thursday half price appetizers after 10 pm (earlier in the afternoon too). Portions are huge and perfect for a group.
(5)
Victor A.
Really good food, the service was great and it's really clean plus the beer selection was fantastic.
(5)
Tony W.
You want a beer selection, you come here. Great place, have never had a bad meal or a stanky drink. The food menu could be a little more diverse, but other than that the food itself is great. Love the nachos! Service is usually pretty good as well. And it's always pretty busy.
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Austin S.
This is my go-to restaurant for whenever I visit Legacy Place or Dedham in general. I've been here about a dozen times or more. Want proof that its a good place to eat? It's almost always packed to capacity, so be prepared for a small wait (average wait time is about 20 minutes). I'd recommend going on a weekday or during the colder months. I usually order the Onion Ring Tower and the BBQ Chicken or 4 Cheese Pizzas. The onion ring tower has stayed consistently delicious every time I go. And the two sauces that come with it are perfect fits; whoever makes it knows what they are doing. The BBQ Chicken pizza is a different story, however. Over all the times that I have ordered it, it has fluctuated all over the place, from horrible to above average. I'm not sure if it's because they've gone through several chefs, but the last couple times the pizza was alright. The 4 cheese pizza is consistently alright. I always recommend this restaurant to everyone, and after you eat here, you will too. 5 stars.
(5)
Mike V.
Food is always good here when I go, the beer is cold, servers are attentive, no complaints. If people complain it's a little slow it's because this place is always really busy, but the servers are hustling.
(4)
Anthony E.
I would give this place 5 stars, but the third time I went my friend had to remind the waitress for a few things... I just thought it was all on my friend... but I digress! Big portions, good food, great menu!
(4)
Maggy E.
Ignore these silly people. For those that really matter, ATTN BEER DRINKERS: 100 unique taps, yes there are a few silly ones like Bud Lite and blahblahblah, everything you've already tried and don't like. But there are at least 50 that are decent flagship craft brews and of that 50, I'd wager at least 15 rotating taps of things you haven't tried. I recommend the flights, they are pre-selected, but offer you their more unique beers that may not be on tap again. The place is HUGE, plenty of seating. If you sit at the bar, staff is knowledgeable about tap selections. It is a little swanky, so expect the prices to be a little higher. Three beers, one flight and one basket of truffle frites = $35. Not bad for two. Only complaint: They have a weird company policy that doesn't allow more than one drink per person at a time, so people don't get smashed apparently, they say. So I had to finish my beer float (dessert, had to try it, big surprise, not that fab) before ordering the flight, to be split between the BF and I.
(5)
Jackie K.
Decent beer selection--if you actually know and like beer, there will not be a lot that you haven't tried. Food is weak--even for chain-bar food. Have been several times and I am over it. Will not be back except by force or only for a beer. I like the other places in this plaza more. Also, the dinner wait is ridiculous.
(3)
Stessa F.
I try to eat at a restaurant (or location) at least twice before I make a decision in terms of an experience at a restaurant. I have eaten at another Yardhouse in Massachusetts as well as many locations in NY. Generally the service is okay, but the food is usually delicious. However, this was not my experience at the Dedham Yardhouse location. I will briefly describe my first visit (as it was long ago and cannot recall specifics but overall feeling) and will go into further depth describing my second. The first visit was late at night; no line and a virtually empty floor. Yet, we were seated in the back far away from civilization. So far in fact that our waiter forgot about us. We ordered many appetizers and a gardein pizza. The food wasn't up to par but edible. I didn't enjoy my experience. The next visit was a Saturday evening. We decided to go to the Dedham location (instead of the Fenway location to avoid traffic and parking) and am not so happy that I did. Service: Seth was our server. I try to be friendly and pleasant as I know I am not the easiest to please (so says my boyfriend- I just think I'm like Chris from Parks and Rec! I know what I want!), however he seemed to be nice one moment and annoyed the next. I know it's a Saturday evening but to be blown off later when asking a question about food didn't particularly feel great. Food: I was extremely disappointed. The gardein bernaise sliders were mostly bun. Each slider had less than a quarter of it covered in "meat." The gardein buffalo wings were dry. The point of the buffalo option is for them to be saucy; so I asked for extra sauce as they were REALLY dry (which was an apparent annoyance). My boyfriend ordered the jambalaya with jasmine rice which was mostly rice. It 3/4 rice with a 1/4 being meat and a little sauce- not a creamy stew that the name promises. I ordered the Thai gardein chicken noodle salad. This is my favorite item on the menu and for the first time, I was very disappointed. It tasted of nothing; really. It was served with angel hair pasta, instead of egg noodles which it is supposed to come with, and even with the more sauce that was brought, was gross. I asked Seth about the noodles and at first he claimed the noodles were cabbage. Once I showed him these sad, limp noodles weren't cabbage, he promised to find out what was going on in the kitchen. ...he didn't. Overall, I was so unimpressed with this Yardhouse. I'd much rather pay for parking and deal with traffic to enjoy my date night than pay to be disappointed with the food. Even though our waiter wasn't the greatest I've ever had, his service is the only reason I gave this location more than a star.
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Katie C.
My friend and I came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. First off, the place was packed but we had no trouble getting a table and getting served. First off, the beer list is quite impressive and the "yard" in "Yard House" does in fact mean there are yards to be consumed. So if you're in to quantity (maybe over quality?) drinking, this is a viable option for you. But at any rate, we had a great server named Ryan that was super fast and super polite. My friend and I each had one of the Harpoon raspberry beers. I don't like raspberries, but it was a little sweet and perfect on a hot day. The portion sizes are ridiculous, and the prices are relatively reasonable for the quantity of food you receive. We started off with the spinach-artichoke dip that was served with fresh baked pitas. In hindsight, we should have just split two appetizers, but we were starving. My friend had a burger and I had a chicken sandwich. There was certainly more bread than chicken served with a pile of fries. But the food was good and it hit the spot. This is certainly the place to go for good pub food and great service. Can't wait to go back!
(4)
Bill L.
I LOVE THE YARD HOUSE!!!! This place is the place to come to at 10 pm on a weeknight....they have an incredible late night menu and half price apps.. The creativity of the menu is really astonishing...they have a great selection of tons of different foods. Beer list is obviously incredible! But whats more incredible is the staffs knowledge of the menu and beer. They are trained properly! I would recommend this place 100x over Legal C Bar, that place sucks. Try the beer sampler and the poke bowl!
(5)
elaine t.
Got a gift card today as promised thank you yardhouse I will be reviewing you again after I try it out again thank you so much
(3)
Cecilia P.
Visiting from Dallas and this place blew my mind. Dozens of beers, tons of awesome foods, and this place stays busy! Def coming back when I visit Boston again!
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Angela M.
Stopped by the Yard House the other night for drinks and dessert, upon arrival we were greeted and brought to a table. Our server Jessica was polite at first but as soon as she realized we weren't planning on eating dinner and racking up a big tab her attitude completely changed. She brought us our beer that we ordered and put in our order for dessert and wasn't too be seen again. We were never offered water or a refill of our beer. My first thought was that maybe she was too busy to check in on us but it was a Monday night and the restaurant wasn't that busy. Coming from the service industry, and understanding her disappointment that we would just be eating dessert I was planning on tipping her well above the normal 20% of our total bill.... In the end I probably won't be coming back to the Yard House , although it was one of my favorite restaurants before this experience...there are many other restaurants at Legacy Place were I could find better service and servers without attitudes.
(1)
rose s.
Other than our bartender/waiter {ADAM} it was good. His personality sux'd . We waited on our waiter all night
(3)
Ian S.
RACIST. I went to the bathroom and when I walked back to the table the manager told me I was drinking too much. Mind you, I was walking and speaking just fine. They said they were basing it off that I ordered a DOUBLE gin and tonic. SORRY, THAT IT WAS MY BIRTHDAY. I also asked them to make me a four horseman shot and they said that shot was AGAINST THE LAW. A friend I was with told me that the same thing HAPPENED to his Indian friend when they went there. Guess massachusetts isn't as liberal as we all thought.
(1)
Alex G.
I ate lunch here today with some of my friends. It was delicious! The amount of beers they have is incredible, something for everyone! The queso dip was unbelievable, it was the perfect blend of spicy peppers and creamy cheese. It was a good size for the 3 of us to share. For a meal, I got a small BBQ chicken salad, which was HUGE. I took half of it home and I am going to eat it tomorrow. The prices are not bad either. Our waitress Nicole was very attentive and made sure we were happy with what we were eating. Next time I will save room for dessert, because that looked good as well. The restaurant is big, so bring your friends and family!
(5)
Steve W.
Went on a Saturday around 4pm. Place was still 3/4 full, alwasy seems busy. Today we got the tacos - fish and korean beef. Fish Tacos was definitely better...the Korean beef tacos were meh. Wouldn't order that again. We also ordered the crab cakes which were 2 small crabcakes w/ some wasabi in it. Ddin't know it came w/ wasabi, altho not overpowering. The sauce w/ the crabcakes was very good. Good service, attentive. Didn't like the table we were given, same table (our 2nd visit) near the kitchen. We asked for a different table when our waiter came by. no problem. Place has plenty of TVs for sports watching. Some dishes the portions are pretty small. They do have happy hour - half priced apps during the week from 3 - 6 pm. Update - went back recently w/ party of 4 this past Sunday. Service was good and we weren't seated near the kitchen this time. The restaurant is not crowded on sunday noon time which is great. We all got the lunch specials for $10 for half sandwich w/ soup or salad. The french onion soup was avg. My pastrami sandwich was good. And I did appreciate their customers relations contacting me regarding my initial review.
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Thomas R.
Nice place to hang out with friends. I have been here many times and always have positive experience. There's plenty of seats inside. In the summer time there's limited seating outside. They have lots of beer on tap to try. I'm not much of a beer drinker but I always try something new when I'm there.
(4)
Andrea Z.
Don't bother with the ahi poke salad. no bueno. I'm glad they have woodchuck beers.
(2)
Lynda G.
All around amazing experience. They lost a star for saying the wait was going to be much shorter than it actually was. Also, we each got a beer sampler and the bartenders put the beers in backwards so while we were drinking each sample and reading the descriptions, it wasn't matching up. The server helped us fix it, but it happened with all of our samplers which means the bartenders kept making it wrong. That's a pretty big deal if you're sampling beer. It was a Thursday night and absolutely packed, we could barely get a drink at the bar. Once we got seated our server was attentive and helpful. We sat for a while and never felt rushed. Food was delicious. I had a pineapple pizza and the sauce was so garlicky I loved every second of if. I wish I had a Yard House closer to me so I could go more often.
(4)
Mia B.
I have been to this particular Yard House a few times and it never disappoints. One of the more consistent chain restaurants. There is also an outdoor deck with a firepit that is used in the nicer weather. Great apps and sliders. They also have great burgers! And the caramel salt pudding dessert is INCREDIBLE!! Tip: From 4-6pm they offer a menu of 1/2 price apps and other discounted items. Good for happy hour or after work gathering.
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Erin M.
Great place to meet after work. We got there around 4 (yup we left work early) and the place wasn't crowded. They had happy hour specials which were good, the cheese pizza was the best, the sliders were just OK (they don't ask how you want it cooked) and the onion rings were good too. The beer menu is overwhelming! I couldn't decide so I settled on the Rose Garden which was great but it was $9 for a pint. When we left at 8 the place was packed. Not the best in Legacy Place but OK.
(3)
Ed B.
Stumped about the bad reviews here. We had excellent service from Colleen. We ordered 5 or 6 different things from the menu and they were all good. The beer selection? Spectacular!! 5 stars all the way. I got a perfect beer recommendation from our waitress too. We will be back for sure.
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Ted G.
We had a person at our table with several food allergies, and they took extra care to suggest things that could be eaten safely. Food was great, especially the spinach dip with crispy bread. John was an excellent waiter and even suggested a drink that he made up that was amazing. It's our new go to place.
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Joy E.
Coming here after having given wine up for Lent was an EXCELLENT idea... After hearing about this place several times I was dying to try and was so glad I did! Easy to get to right off of 128 and with plenty of parking - we came here around 5 on a snowy blustery Saturday and our timing was perfect. We snagged 2 seats at the bar and shortly after we arrived - the bar was packed and there was a wait out the door for tables. Then we were handed the menu... Not the food menu (I'll get to that..), the beer menu. {--Cue harps and nymphs--} Wow. The draft beer menu is broken down into types of beer making it easier to decide which to try. There is also a sampler of 6 brews (pre-selected) in case your mind is too blown to choose yourself. Every domestic and imported beer you could ever want - even a chocolate stout (to die..). We just ordered a few of the small plates, which was a great way to go. The parmesan truffle fries are as good as you've read (thin, cripsy deliciousness that makes you thirsty for more beer), the shrimp ceviche was tasty and fresh, the the Baja fish tacos were really great - the fried crispy fish was fresh, not overly breaded and soooo tasy! The entrees looked really tasty and so many options for veggies/vegans and gluten free diners. Bartenders were really friendly, never left our glasses empty in spite of having to deal with quite a few knuckleheads.. I will be back and bring friends - great place for good grub and brew!!
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Jenn W.
I've been to a few locations, but always alone on work trips. Location was busy - but they were organized and wait went fast. We had the lobster/crab dip - liked that it came with chips and pita. Husband had ribs, I had pork belly tacos - liked the rice a lot. Dessert was nice with small portion options - husband raved about cheesecake . Next time he is getting brownie Sundae - takes 15 min., he said he wished they had mentioned that when he ordered dinner. We will be Back!
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Daniel C.
Don't come here for a drink. We were cut off after an hour if drinking
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Charmie S.
I can only comment on the bar service. Strolled in here on a Saturday night after a movie. Excellent decision. My friend and I ordered two Woodchuck Hard Ciders and it came to $13. Good deal. The bartender, Dan, was very nice and very attentive. Had those ciders there in minutes. The vibe here is happening .. big crowd. Can't wait to return to try the food!
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Grace R.
Awesome beer selection, great service, tasty food - what's a better combo? My husband is a fan of their beers and doesn't seem to be able to nail down a choice but only finding himself wanting to try them all! They have hundreds of selection with many seasonal options. Hubby was definitely in heaven. Food, oh food I love thee. I kid you not, but they have the BEST rib eye ever. Go all out and get the Jumbo shrimp and Rib Eye. It does not disappoint! The meat was so tender, cooked to perfection and had garlic butter drizzled on top. The jumbo shrimps were really jumbo shrimps! They were grilled just right and pair gloriously with the steak. We were also very surprised with their appetizer. They were done right! We ordered their ceviche and they knocked it out the park. The amount of shrimp was generous and the avocado added such a good bite. They also came with a spicy sauce with it and it tasted like a marriage of Sriracha and Mayo. Trust me, it added such a good kick to every bite of the ceviche. Service - Even though hubby and I were not in a rush, our ceviche took forever to come out (20 minutes at least and we were on the 2nd round of beer). The hostess was very understanding about it and when they brought out the food, they apologized immediately and said the app was on the house. I very much appreciated the nice gesture. We definitely tipped them well. The only minor complaint I have is the restaurants are so loud. I felt I had to scream over the table to talk but hey, you are in a bar, with TVs, happy crowds, kids/family friendly environment, so I just need to set my expectation right.
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Dana S.
I've been here a few times and while I haven't had a bad experience, it's never been anything overwhelming. I do appreciate the service and the fact that they let you sample the hundreds of beers they have on tap. When they didn't carry Abita, though (even though it was on the take out menu), they didn't have any close suggestions for me, and it sort of felt unapologetic that they had nothing similar. the food here is definitely tasty but the portions are weird. My taco plate came with two tiny soft tacos and a huge mound of rice. i could have done without all the rice and definitely with one more taco! prices are sort of high but at least the food is quality. for dessert we ordered the s'mores brownie- it was chocolatey, marshmellowy goodness. not a bad place for dinner with friends if you're at LP, but expect to wait a while if you get there any time after 6.
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Len G.
Yard House is known for the variety of beer, and of course the yard they serve them in. What they should also be known is for their great food. We've been there several times now and each time I order something different and it's great. One of my favorite dishes is their roast beef sandwich with au jus. they give you plenty of au jus for dipping and the sandwich has a rich beefy flavor. It's making me hungry thinking about it. Prices are reasonable, tables are comfortable, the place is packed and rightfully so. The only thing is that it gets loud with so many people, but you're in a bar/restaurant.. it's suppose to be that way.
I wish I would've known about this place awhile ago, the food and the service was EXCELLENT! ATMOSPHERE: My boyfriend and I went Sat. afternoon, it seemed pretty crowed, but to our surprise we were sat immediately. They have an outdoor patio, but we opted to sit inside. The atmosphere is laid back and casual. Our eating area and surrounding area was very clean. The restaurant is filled with plenty of big screen televisions, making it the perfect place to watch the games, not to mention, the enormous beer selection. SERVICE As soon as we hit the entrance door, we were greeted by the hostess. Within 5 minutes of being seated, John, our waiter, came over. He asked if we had ever been to the Yard House, we told him no and asked what he would recommend, which he replied "honestly, everything anything on menu is good." In my mind, I'm thinking, I'll be the judge of that. John was a great waiter and took care of us, by checking in periodically to make sure we didn't need anything and if we were alright. FOOD One word: SUPERB! For an appetizer we had the coconut shrimp, which were out of this world!! They weren't your ordinary little shrimp, there were 3 JUMBO shrimp, coated and fried to perfection. My boyfriend had the spicy chicken sandwich (which the waiter said was good) with sweet potato fries. I didn't try his sandwich, but the way he was raving about it, I'm guessing it was good. The sweet potato fries were good-crispy and NOT greasy. I wish I had been more adventurous with the meal I had chosen, but I settled on a cheeseburger-well done. Most places tend to burn your burger when you say well done, my burger was grilled just the right-no pink, not burned, but still juicy! ENDING RESULT I'll definitely be visiting this restaurant again. I just might have to take John up on his offer and keep on coming back til I've tried everything on the menu!
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Carolyn L.
I normally shy away from chains but I liked the Yard House. For one, they play classic/alternative rock, which is a nice changing from top 40. AKA I don't have Katy Perry blasting in my eardrums. I also like that the restaurant wasn't too crazy compared to many other bar restaurants (then again, it was a Sunday night in Dedham). The food was also surprisingly good. My burger was well-cooked and the fries were crisp, not swimming around in grease. My boyfriend's salmon was also well-made, not dry like many other non-seafood restaurants. For American food, Yard House isn't bad at all. The main downside was that service was super slow. It took 20 minutes for a server to take our orders, over 40 for our food to come, and 20 for our bill. It was fine because we were a large group and able to keep the conversation going (there were also giant HD flat screen TVs in front of us too), but since it was a Sunday night, nobody could stay out too late. We left around 10:30 pm after being there for about 3 or so hours. Overall good place to go if you're in the area in search for some decent American food. The ambiance is pleasant. It would be great if the service was a bit speedier but no complaints otherwise.
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Ryan D.
I have to update the Yard House to 5 stars. The manager there just recently comp'd our lunch for waiting for just about 25-30 minutes for our lunch. I think it was just a brain fart by the server on picking up our food and it didn't even seem that long. My tip of the hat goes out to that manager for recognizing that small error and really outdoing himself by taking the entire bill. Class act by a classy restaurant.
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Marikym T.
Awesome! I have been here a few times, and I can't wait to go back! Sitting outside is fun during the warmer seasons, and if you happen to be there during Happy Hour, well even better! Love the half-priced menu! Interestingly enough, my favorite is the sushi roll. Sounds kinda crazy to be raving about what sounds like something that could or should only be served at a Japanese restaurant, right?! But it's so different than what I would ever expect a "sushi roll" to be! Fusion definitely at its finest! Thanks to one of my bestie's, Liz, I am a huge fan of this dish! Make sure to order the sauces on the side if you want to control those calories;) Although I rave about the sushi roll, if you are more in the mood for a bit of Americana, try sampling the pastrami sliders! Huge portions and it's simply "Mmmmmm..." Totally a solid entree! For dessert, I was suggested the brownie a la mode. It definitely satisfies the sweet chocolate tooth and is a portion that really should be suggested for two! However, on my subsequent visits, I have much preferred the macadamia nut cheesecake. Round that out with a cappuccino, and well... fabolicious! P.S. Two Words: STRAWBERRY MOJITO...
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Key L.
Ate here with my niece while waiting for our movie to start. The place was packed at 5:00 on Saturday evening. We had about a 20 minute wait which was fine since we had an hour and a half to kill. The restaurant itself was pretty big--they had huge booths and the bar was really big. Despite being a "bar" there were tons of families with small children there. Once seated we were greeted by an awesome waitress Renee who gave us suggestions on food and beer. Since there were so many beers to choose from we HAD to have a beer even tho we are not huge beer fans. I ordered the Pepper gorgonzola burger with spinach and carmelized onions---so so good! I opted for onion rings instead of fries. The onion rings were good, nothing u cant get anywhere else. The suggested beer was very good. Our food came out rather quickly. The portions were perfect--not too little and not too big. The prices were decent as well. I will definitely be back to try some of the other items on the menu. There were a lot of things that caught my eye on the menu. I also want to try the different beers.
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Robert M.
Yard House has an awesome atmosphere and is a great place to come after a long day at work. Everyone is super friendly, and the selection of beer is outstanding. I love a good beer, and every time I come, they always recommend something new. Highly recommend trying this place out. P.S I don't usually eat here much (usually just grab a beer), but the few times i have, the food has been really tasty.
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K R.
I was expecting this to be a so-so experience since it is a pretty big place and a chain restaurant. It was really good and the staff was great! We were sat outside and it abruptly began to rain so we moved inside. The staff momentarily lost us and our order (understandably) and once they realized what happened they were really apologetic. We hadn't really notice anything was amiss but it was a nice gesture. I have also gone for happy hour and loved their specials. I would definitely go back again.
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KAREN A.
So I went here with family for father day, of course there was a wait, but that was expected. The good thing about this place is while you wait you can shop around the many different stores Legacy Place has to offer. Its NOISY, so dont go there expecting a romantic dinner with your significant other. Its perfect for family or groups, or whatever...We sat near next to the kitchen, which i liked because you can hear all the commotion of the cooks going on. I'm not a drinker especially not a beer drinker either, but the bar looked way cool! and ive also heard from friends that thier drinks are good. The food was great! Everyones food was great actually....the service was superb and i def will go back again...most likely tonight lol A+ great customer service, great food and great ambiance :)
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Bonnie L.
As many people have said on here yard house is not for the food! They have a great selection for beer but the food is nothing special! Some of our friends really wanted to go here on a Saturday night so my boyfriend and I agreed (knowing the wait would be ridiculous!) the wait was an hour but we probably waited close to 2... After 2 hours the service was average and my food was not tasty... place is definitely not worth a 2 hour wait....
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Melinda R.
My co-workers and I went to this place while we were in town on Business. It's a loud fun type of place. The first time we just went for beer and wine. Shout out to the wait staff!! The first night we had Renee. She was awesome! Prompt, attentive and fun to talk to. The second time we went we had Paul. Nice guy, prompt and attentive and nice to look at. ;-) They had various sports broadcasts playing and it was a lively and crowded spot for a Monday night. When the wait was too long at another spot, my co-workers and I decided to just go back to the Yard House and have appetizers and drinks. There were 8 of us and after about a 30 minute wait we were seated comfortably in a very large booth. The appetizers were really good! We got: Sliders: just enough to get your burger fix! Really good! Moo Shu egg rolls: very good and the plum sauce to dip them was excellent Grilled Sweet Korean BBQ Beef: OMG!! This dish was delicious!! We ordered two of them! Grilled Artichoke: Meh. I wouldn't recommend that. The house fried potato chips were good though. Spicy Tuna roll: Ok, so you get one big roll! Not like normal sushi. Which made it a tad difficult to share, but still good. Fried Calamari: Delicious! The spicy tomato sauce was really good! I'd go back if I'm in town again. It's a laid back type of atmosphere when you just need to decompress from work.
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Matt G.
I've gone here three times now, and each time I leave wanting to go back again! They have 100 beers on tap...I went with my dad this last time who travels to Germany a bit and he was blown away at the handful of beers that drinks oversees and can never find stateside but they are at the YardHouse. Def. recommend to anyone out there for a great spot
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becky c.
I went to this place with a large group on a busy Saturday night. I was super impressed with how quickly they got us in. We maybe had to wait 15 minutes but they were constantly seating people. The place is huge and pretty nice. The beer selection is incredible and so is the menu. It is a very large, very diverse menu. I am vegan, but I was with five carnivores, and we were all satisfied. They actually have an entire Gardein section of the menu. This section has a bunch of options, and while some have cheese, the majority are vegan or can be made vegan. This is a great place to go if you are vegan but want to go some place that your regular meat eating friends will like.
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Mike S.
The food was good the beer was great and service was perfect. Love the huge selection of seasonal beers.
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soylinduh O.
Last Friday was the second time I had tried to get a table at this new bar/restaurant. You should try to come early because not only is Legacy Place "the" place for all age groups but Yard House is also a brand new restaurant. Apparently Yard House restaurants are pretty popular on the West Coast but are just now gracing us with their presence. This fantastic place has 160 beers for its patrons to choose from. You can even try Sam Adam's Brick Red ale which until very recently was not sold outside the brewery! Not feeling up to a whole pint of beer? You can try a sampling of 3-5 different beers between 3oz and 5oz. One big pointer, if you are at the restaurant before 6pm you should take advantage of the Happy Hour special prices! There is also one other thing that I personally think is a must, and that is their freshly baked brownie which comes with a choice of vanilla, mint chip or caramel ice cream. Share this delectable dessert between two and you are sure to leave with a happy and full belly! Until the next review!
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J B.
We enjoy dining at The Yard House. It is not our favorite, but we have had several enjoyable meals there. There is always a crazy long wait and that is so annoying especially considering how large the place is!
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Jim C.
This place is pretty cool. Large selection of nice brews as well as an extensive food menu. I personally do not like too many food options (too much going on and hard to choose!) but it works out well for a large group with different tastes. The booths are nice and big probably could fit up to 4 or 5 people a side. Another thing I enjoyed was being able to look in at all the kegs - pretty cool. One draw back I would have to say is that it is a bit pricey at $6.75 a pint. Check it out!
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Brian R.
Granted I went here on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy however I was told the wait would be 1 hr it wasnt unti 2 hrs had passed before we were finally seated. When we went to the Hostess stand they kept saying 15minutes and were extremely rude. At one time the hostess when we asked how much longer because we had already exceeded her initial time by 30 minutes she very rudly said "Welcome to Saturday night. When we finally got seated the food and service were both ok. Dont waste your time here it isnt worth it there are plenty of other places at Legacy Place that are much better and friendlier!!!!
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Christopher R.
We seriously love this place and drive down to Dedham like once a week to go. Food is great, and they have an amazing selection of Vegan/Veg options like their Gardein products. Amazing selection of beers and service is always fast and friendly. They actually usually always remember us as well as we have become sort of regulars. So even if a big chain place like this, everyone still comes to know your name.
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Jen L.
Yummmmm is all I have to say! The best vegetarian American food! Love being able to come here and grab a beer and some 'chicken' buffalo wings with my friends. The Gardein meat substitute is off the chain!! And def try their 6 pack sampler of beer. I was somewhat of a narrow minded light beer drinker. Now I have expanded my horizons and found some really great choices. Sometimes after I head straight to Whole Foods next door with the beer description list and pick up a couple of six packs of my favorite picks. I consider myself a lifelong faithful customer of the Yard House!
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Kathy F.
Would not come here again. There were six of us, so we called ahead and put our names in. When we got there, we were told on weekends you could not call ahead.So why didn't the person that answered the phone know this. We were seated at a nice horseshoe shaped table ,but the music was so loud, we could not hear ourselves think. I asked a hostess to turn down the music and she informed be that it was not possible. We ended up texting each other during the entire meal. The food was. good and our server was attentive,but I would still not return.
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Little Miss C.
The food is actually good at this sports bar. The burgers are AMAZING! Nice spot for an after movie dinner on a Sunday. If it is game night, you will be filled with Boston pride (only if the Pats are winning).
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Sami W.
I don't know if you're going to believe me (like I care!) but I was going to write the same review Molly W. wrote WORD FOR WORD! I decided not to write one because repetitiveness is a wasted of time! Here's Molly's review: "Legacy Place pretty much rules, and this is definitely the place to eat if you're there. The wait is long, but whatareyagonnado? We usually end up at the bar. Which is not a bad thing, because if you're going to drink, you can get prompt service! They have outdoor dining on nice days, and we had the pleasure of sitting out there ONCE (there's always a mega wait for that) and you're facing a parking lot, so whatever. Plus, I really like the music they play inside which I normally would probably be a brat about. I LOVE their beer flights (which are always changing), especially because they print out these detail sheets that tell you all about the beer: where it's brewed, what's in it, what it's special qualities are. It's like a wine tasting without having to sit there and nod your head while someone goes blahblahblah. The food is good. The portions are big. There's something for everyone. It's definitely American - the portions are huge. It's a pretty cool crowd - it's a good place to just go relax and drink good beer without having to deal with the Boston parking situation. Yes. That's huge. PARKING. Plenty of FREE PARKING! Yaaayyyy!!!! So yeah! I like this place. It's making me want to go there just writing about it!"
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Patrick M.
WE GET IT. YOU HAVE A LOT OF BEERS ON TAP. Other than that its a trendy discotheque of a restaurant that blasts classic rock. Overpriced if not inspired entrees. The apps are ok though. Try the shrimp.They must make a kings ransom on the beers. There is something about micro and craft beers that warrants an intimate atmosphere. If I'm in the Ninety Nine and they some cool beers, im impressed. BUT THIS PLACE ISNT COOL. Its a juggernaut. I felt lost when I walked in. Honestly it isnt terrible. Im just dumbfounded that a place like this exists. I know of 3 tavers/bars/brewhouse that id rather give my business to.
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Nicole S.
Awesome food and atmosphere! the staff is always so nice and treat you like a real customer! best food in dedham by far!
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Keo H.
This place is definately a place I would suggest to friends for a nice, trendy evening out. Great for a casual first date to chit chat and get to know one another. The music wasn't too loud, you can hear each other. Althought I went on a rainy Tuesday night, the place was still busy and happening. The crowd tonight was your younger, maybe middle aged professional. I can't comment much on the food since I only came here for drinks (had dinner elsewhere), but all the dishes at the other tables looked delicious. The menu was very electic. You have choices ranging from sandwiches,soups, korean and chinese inspired dishes, along with the option of seafood, steak, and other meats. They have a massive selection of beers on tap. The mix drinks are priced at about $10-$12. The food however seemed a lil' pricey to me since its not a fine dining kind of venue and you weren't in the city. The place is very new, trendy, and modern. Great atmosphere. Large bar area with flat screen tv's for those who love sports. The tables are high bar tables. Service was good. The waitress, as busy as it was, did a great job checking in on us as our drinks got low. The best thing I like about this place is that there's PARKING!!! I'm soo use to going into the boston bar/lounges and circling the streets block after block searching for parking. Thumbs up!
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Jeanna R.
The main reason I go to the Yardhouse is because of the beer selection, although the Atwater Vanilla Java is still at the top of my list. Their food selection is pretty good, albeit a little overpriced--don't get me wrong, it always tastes great, but $11 for a lunch-sized portion of Mac n' Cheese is a little high, given that you can get the dinner portion for $16 and get twice as much. I usually get great service at the bar since there's always several bartenders working, but if I remember correctly the floor service when we had a table near the kegs in the back wasn't very good. Overall it's a good place for a cold beer and tasty food, as long as you're not expecting a cheap eat.
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Debra C.
Wanted to love this place but after two visits I am convinced that the food just sucks. Beer selection good but food is bad. How do you screw up Mac N Cheese? Me and another person I was with got it and we were both disgusted. Second time I pretended I would take the food home and was even more aggravated when they dropped the "to go" boxes off on the table for me to scrape off the plate into the box! Seriously? After dropping 60 bucks on food and one beer and now you want me to pack my own "to go" box? I'll return for drinks and maybe apps but only if I was with people that really wanted to go there. Definitely no entrees!
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J M.
I see a lot of 5 stars, but not sure how you go that far with such an average menu and food that has little value. The beers selection is right up there with Big City/Sunset in Allston. The menu is too big..pages of everything from americanized asian to burgers. A bit on the pricey side, but not complaining too much as there was parking and the garage was free to park in. Liked what I got, but alittle skimpy on the shared appetizers. Casual/Trendy. Nice space. Service attentive (but was sitting at the bar, it better be) Average to a bit above..nothing to write home about, but if in the area again maybe stop in for beer and something light.
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Alyssa S.
(3.5 stars) I'm a fan of Yard House. It's a great venue for a large group, and the service has always been decent. The servers are well-trained and willing to please their customers. I have been here a number of times with both small and large groups. Some items I've tried from the menu include the following dishes: -Appetizers: SPINACH CHEESE DIP ("baked with feta, jack, parmesan and cream cheese served with crispy flat bread") CHICKEN NACHOS ("spicy pinto beans, cheddar and jack, red and green sauce, tomato, cilantro, onions, guacamole and sour cream") LETTUCE WRAPS ("stir fried, smoked tofu, pine nuts and green onions with three dipping sauces and choice chicken, tiger shrimp, or shiitake & portabella mushrooms") BLUE CRAB CAKES ("with mango papaya chutney, passion fruit beurre blanc and tomato oil") -Entrees: MARGHERITA pizza ("oven roasted roma tomatoes, roasted garlic, mozzarella and fresh basil" SEARED AHI STEAK ("seared rare, spinach, swiss, tomatoes, caramelized onions, peppercorn aïoli on grilled rye") I like the food at Yard House. The quality does match the higher prices, but I believe that you pay for the medley of food, atmosphere, and hospitality. They have the world's largest selection of draft beer, and I find that to be an enormous perk because you can always choose a beverage to your liking. Dedham's location is a full bar that is situated in the middle of the restaurant. A setback for this great location is that they do not accept reservations...so if you do come here with a large group, be prepared to wait! For my "Nacho Average Reviews" list: 3 stars...their nachos are served on a very large platter with balanced ingredients; however, the chips can be slightly soggy, and in a large group, they get cold quickly. I would order them again, though. :)
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Tim R.
I arrived at 6:30 to meet my family. I was told a 1 hour and 15 minbute wait. At 8:30 we finally say andd by 10:00 we still had no food. Our manager was nice and the service was ok once we sat. Jarad, another floor manager came over with no solicitation from us. He asked if everything was ok and I said, "well I wasn't going to say anythig but now that you have brought it up, we have been here sincce 6:30 and still have not received our food and it is after 10:00." He grew rude and defensive and said, "You knew it was a 1 hour wait when you got here and steak takes a long time to cook." I tried to calm him down (Not my job), and told him that I was just answering his queston. The other manager came over and apologized and gave us a round of drinks and desert. We liked the food but will NOT be going back with so many other options out there!
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Sean O.
Food: B- Beer: A+ Get yourself a couple glasses of Abt 12 and call an ambulance for the ride home.
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Nuala G.
This is my go to place when going to the movies at Legacy Place. Try to get here early as the place gets packed. A few times I ended up eating at the bar as I didn't want to wait the hour for a table. Food is great, fantastic selection of drinks. Service is fast, and everyone is super friendly!
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Kelly C.
Every time I think of the Yard House I think of how huge the menu is and can't wait to go and try something new. The reality is that every time I actually go, I'm terribly disappointing. The food is really just okay. Maybe even bordering on the not so great side. The last time I went I decided to try the spicy tuna roll appetizer. The waitress warned me that instead of being pieces of sushi, that it was one large roll. Well, when it came.. it looked like a bean sprout salad. Basically, it was nothing like a spicy tuna roll. I've also had the mac and cheese. It was okay. Not that great but not bad. Portion was small though. There are a few good items there though, the french fries are really good and if you decide to have dessert, the caramel ice cream is really good. Also the beer selection is fantastic and the service has always been great. For me, this would be a great place to go for drinks but not food.
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Tony S.
Great Beer, Great Food, Great Music, Get here!
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Lynne L.
Visiting family,,I loved the Entire staff at Legacy yard house so...nice spoiled me and Boyfriend..and they treated me like a MOVIE STARLET!! ELAINE my waitress couldnot have done a better job!! she was doing at least 5 tables at once and kept her cool!! THANKS YUMMY FOOD!!!
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Sean M.
This is a great place for casual food and dozens of craft beers on tap. The bartenders are usually much better informed about the rotating craft beer selections but the waitstaff serving the tables and booths are always very pleasant and attentive if you're more focused on the dining aspect of your visit. Lots of good quality, large-screen LCD displays make it a great spot to watch any type of sporting event while enjoying good food and great beer. They have also made an extensive effort in creating a massive background music library collection, which they stream through a high-quality sound system...
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Libby L.
2nd and Last Time. We went to the Yard House a couple of months ago when they had the Turkey Pot Pie and it was AMAZING. However, when we went there this past weekend for the Turkey Pot Pie - they no longer serve it - BUMMER :( :( So we ordered: - BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger - all right - had better at Wild Wily's for cheaper. - Clam Chowder - there was a hint of spice which wasn't appealing to me. - Seared Scallops with Steamed Vegetables - I could've made better. All it was was a 6-pieces of "dry" pan fried scallops with NO seasoning or flavors. I asked for steamed - they gave me oily stir fried vegetables. The waiter was not bad but he kept forgeting stuff - we had to keep getting his attention and requesting the same stuff. ie: extra napkins, ketchup, drink refills, etc... This will definitely be the last time.
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Melissa M.
the yard house exceeded my expectations, and i say that because i sort of wrote it off and expected a mediocre meal because it's in the middle of suburban shopping hell aka legacy place. first the atmosphere. it's a pretty large place with a generously sized wrap around bar, plenty of high top tables, and a ton of booths. despite the place being packed (we went in after 2pm on a sunday), we were seated right away. it's on the loud side, so it seems to be a better place to meet up with friends for lunch and beers rather than a special dinner date. the service was fast and our server was polite and knowledgeable about the beer list. everythign we ordered came to the table quickly, and the manager even stopped by to greet us and personally inquire about a food allergy that one person at our table had. i thought that was a nice gesture. the food was really good and they had a really impressive vegetarian menu - even though i'm not vegetarian i'm lookign forward to trying some of those dishes in the future. the appetizers we got were standard (onion tower and chicken egg rolls). the burger we got was a solid (surf and turf beef burger plus some hunks of lobster). their beer menu was pretty decent and had more on it than i expected. i had a black and velvet and a long trail blackberry. they had a lot more craft beers to try, but that was just what i was in the mood for. overall it was a lot better than i expected, and although i wouldn't make a specific trip to the yard house, i would definitely go back again the next time i find myself at legacy place.
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Molly W.
Legacy Place pretty much rules, and this is definitely the place to eat if you're there. The wait is long, but whatareyagonnado? We usually end up at the bar. Which is not a bad thing, because if you're going to drink, you can get prompt service! They have outdoor dining on nice days, and we had the pleasure of sitting out there ONCE (there's always a mega wait for that) and you're facing a parking lot, so whatever. Plus, I really like the music they play inside which I normally would probably be a brat about. I LOVE their beer flights (which are always changing), especially because they print out these detail sheets that tell you all about the beer: where it's brewed, what's in it, what it's special qualities are. It's like a wine tasting without having to sit there and nod your head while someone goes blahblahblah. The food is good. The portions are big. There's something for everyone. It's definitely American - the portions are huge. It's a pretty cool crowd - it's a good place to just go relax and drink good beer without having to deal with the Boston parking situation. Yes. That's huge. PARKING. Plenty of FREE PARKING! Yaaayyyy!!!! So yeah! I like this place. It's making me want to go there just writing about it!
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Max L.
The yard seems to be losing it. Went there last Sunday. Our drinks were good (Jack's Melon!), appetizer was excellent (fire cracker ribs), entree was not. Now let me tell you, it was the southern fried chicken breast. It was golden brown, and the chicken was not dry... But it was BLAND! No flavor whatsoever. I put so much salt on that thing, it was absurd, what happened guys?? Disappointed. I am hitting the Met next time I'm in Legacy Place.
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Thuy T.
Went here for the first time because a friend wanted to try it. they have a lot of choices for beer but i'm not really a drinker so i ask the waiter what he would recommend and he gave a suggesting that was just nasty. The waiter seem to not care about us and just wanted to get us in and out. the service was very slow both when getting a seat and being served. i called a head of time and ask for a seating for 6 and they said that they can do it but when i got there, the people seating us was just rude and made us wait a while for our table. Also i couldn't tell what type of restaurant this was because they had a lil bit of everything so maybe this is a plus for some ppl but it wasn't a plus for me because the food wasn't that great. i ordered american food, and my friends order korean and japanese food and we all said the same thing that the food wasn't that great.
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Matt G.
Went for lunch and sat outside. Great table perfect day for Al Fresco dining, until our server arrived. She forgot our app and by the time it arrived our lunch was soon to follow. I hate when this happens especially when you order the app before your meal. Then asked twice for a refill. I understand servers prefer to go to the bar for alcohol but they serve soda and it was 2:00 pm. The food was good, little overpriced in my mind but I learned a lesson. In no rush to return.
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Vivi L.
We came here on Saturday for an early dinner (around 4:30 pm). As usual, the place was pretty busy but we were able to get seated immediately. Our waitress was pretty good, she came over to check on us immediately. She took our drinks order and came back pretty soon with our beverages. After we put it our food order, it took pretty long for our appetizers to come out. We ordered the sweet potato fries and Korean beef short rib tacos (my favorite) for appetizers. The sweet potato fries were cold. It almost seem that it has been sitting on the kitchen counter for awhile before it got served to us. Our main dish came shortly after our appetizer. I ordered the miso glazed sea bass which is also my favorite dish. I was kind of disappointed that it came with white rice. I usually ordered it with brown rice but this time our waitress didn't ask us if we want brown or white rice and I forgot to tell her. Another thing is our fish was smaller than usual and the dish was just slightly warm. I was kind of disappointed as the place wasn't too packed and our food is usually much better than what we had that day. That's too bad that they couldn't be consistent on their food quality since I do like this place.
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Lindsey P.
First off, I love this place. The food & beer selection never fail to amaze me. However,every time I've come I've had to wait. My friend and I went on a Friday night -.we got in at 7:55 & gave the lady our name & she told us to come.back.in 30 mins for a pager. We came back a little after 8:30 & there were still no pagers available & the woman said our wait would be about 45 mins. My friend and I went over to the bar,.which was incredibly packed and hard to get to. We each got a beer and chatted for a.bit. Went back over to the desk to check in after 9pm and we were finally.given a.pager. When I checked in this time they said we were one of the next two tables at 9:30 I checked in again and they said there were four tables ahead of us! We were finally seated at around 9:40 after we initially were told our wait would only be 1 hr to 1:15. My friend.and I ordered three courses and were out by.11pm. my biggest complaint is how they seat people. This was the worst time waiting-wise ive had. My friend and I were patient and didn't mind waiting but other patrons were clearly not as patient as we were. I will say, the managers and stafv were very pleasant & apologetic. Our waiter was DRew & he was awesome!!
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Alden G.
Busy and popular chain, sports bar. Good place! Had a chicken garlic pasta dish, pretty good. Very large portions.
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Amanda C.
Lets put it out there, I'm 24 and I still live with my parents. They are cool, hip musicians and we love hanging together. This said, the Yard House is one of our favorite places yet! The first time we visited this chain we were in Vegas and it wasn't busy at all! The beer selection was amazing and the staff was great! This Yard House is no exception. We try to go on Sundays during football season so we can watch the games. Now I will say last weekend they barely had ANY football on. All of the TV's had college basketball. I dunno where they think we are, but it's New England and it's Sunday.... HOWEVER- the beer selection is superb, the food is fantastic, and the staff is great. I'd go back again, and again!
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Jenna B.
Love this place! I work in Dedham so this is a great after work spot to grab a drink and talk! It can get very loud but if you don't mind the noise, it's a great time. The wait staff I've had has been nothing but nice and knowledgable of the drink menus. They have tons of beer on tap and a full bar. I recommend the fries. They're tiny but sooo delicious!
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Amy R.
I actually had a great experience here, despite disparaging yelps that made me fear the contrary... I was out on business and couldn't travel far outside the realm of the mall area, but some of the workers suggested the yard house. Our server, Josh, was very polite and helpful even as I put him through the ringer with questions and being slightly difficult. I wish I could have tried some of those beers... there are so many beers... Instead I had a roy rogers, a poke bowl, and a pepper crusted burger. All of which were delicious and cooked JUST RIGHT. Josh was spot on with his suggestions and even split the bill four ways to make it easier for everyone to claim on their expense form. Thank you, Josh! The only thing I will say is that, although they did box up my leftovers complete with description of contents and date (just in case), my burger was all mushed in with my fries! Get a bigger box! or two boxes! But, that won't stop me from coming back
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Anthony R.
I've been by Yard House a bunch of times and also have a friend that's a waitor here, but never went for a meal until yesterday. To be honest I really expected a lot more... maybe it was because I saw them on Phantom Gourmet (pure coincidence) only a couple hours before I visited or maybe it's because I recently had a blast getting drinks at the new Fenway location. Like 3 stars mean, I think it's A-OK and with a few fixes I might be pushing it up a star in the future. First off I want to say that my waitor was a really great guy. He was friendly, talkative, and went above and beyond to make my table happy. Unfortunately, my table was right next to a waitor "station" area where the staff congregated to grab water pitchers or other stuff (my back was turned) which was also a meeting place or centralized location for everyone to bitch about customers or each other (i.e. one older waitress kept coming to this station and screaming "Are you kiddin' me!? Sons a-b*tches..." or another would make a passive aggressive comment about guests). I bet the staff's complaints were completely founded, but they should be a little more cognizant of their surroundings since my party was 2 feet away and listening... most things I found funny and laughed at, but other things were a little uncomfortable. Another unfortunate situation is that the outside wasn't open on a 70 degree day. Obviously many restaurants wouldn't think about their patios in March but we've had plenty of warm days and the forcast has been great, so why not quickly set up some tables and open up the place? It was dark and shuttered in when it could have been more open and enjoyable. Missed opportunity. The food. It was good. I had a crab cake sandwich and it wasn't bad. The avocado on top was the best part and the onion rings were good. The beer. Obviously a ton of options separated into categories/I was in heaven! I ordered the house honey and they came back with my friends' drinks and said they needed to change the keg for mine. 10 minutes later they say they are out of it completely and to pick something else = sadness. My friend ordered beer in a "goblet" two different times and the waitor brought him pints = sadness. Maybe it was just an off-day. I'll try them again at some point.
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Ken L.
Great food and great service! The happy hour prices During Monday night football are the best! Great IPA selection and music!
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Alee G.
... I went here again and this time I ordered the truffle fries. DEE-LISH!!
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Mark S.
I love this place. Endless selection of beers, great lunch menu, huge TV's, what more could you ask for in a brand new mall area. This place is awesome for groups, or even just to grab a quick drink and appetizer with a friend. I had the Sam Adam Chocolate Cherry Boch with some burger and fries. The beer was great.
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Josie G.
I had a great time at the Yard House for a friend's bachelorette dinner. We kept it low-key, no frooffy tiaras or sashes, but just a group of girls enjoying each other's company :) Happy Bridal Shower Kimi! The food was great, I got the jambalaya, others got the lettuce wraps, the sashimi salad, the turkey burger and everyone seemed happy with their food. I loved my mojito! The waiter we had was quick and efficient, as well as friendly. The only thing that was slightly weird was the cocktail waitress trying to serve in the very crowded front. Lots of people were waiting for seats, but it would have been easier to just go to the bar rather than have this lady squeezing around people at the door.
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Rob T.
So I had decided that I wasn't going to review chains but tonight Yard House really did a great job and so I wanted to post about it. The 5 is for service. We go here from time to time, the food is very good and reliable and the beer selection keeps it interesting. I'm not going to review the food because it is as I said very good consistent with all Yard Houses. Tonight my wife got 2/3 through her salad and found a hair at the bottom. We're very understanding people, shit happens, we understand. So we mentioned it to the waitress who was profusely apologetic and took it away, offering to replace it. My wife had lost her appetite though so we just said no thanks. So at this point we're just hoping that she does the right thing and takes the salad off of the bill. Within about 45 seconds though the manager is at our table also apologizing profusely and offering to take the salad off as well as our appetizers. After he adjusted the bill he stopped by again to apologize and the waitress did the same again every time she passed by. They knocked more than $25 off our bill, cutting it by 1/3. (we tipped on the original bill BTW) This is how restaurant service should be. Some might say they should have comp'd the whole meal but I'm not that way. I would have been happy with an apology from the waitress and removal of the salad price. We got much more than that which guarantees that we'll return. It's great to know that someone still understands great customer service.
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Vivian C.
If you head out here on a Saturday night, be prepared for a very long wait. At 7pm, we were told it would be a 45 min - 1 hour wait... we ended up waiting much longer than that. And we had kids in our party, kids that are normally in bed by the time we were seated at our long booth. Fortunately, our server was understanding and patiently waited for us to put in our food orders at the same time that she took our drink orders. The organic tomato bisque was yummy creamy, and a decent portion for the +$2.95 price to add it to my turkey burger $10.75, which was verbally described as being similar to a meatloaf. My burger was in fact moist, tasty, messy, good. The fries, slim, crispy. They have a children's menu for those aged 12 and under that has 8 options that include a drink, a choice of sides, and dessert of either an Edy's strawberry bar or a vanilla ice cream with hot fudge. The fried fish arrived 2 pieces to an order, while the chicken strips were 4 flavorful strips to an order. When we left, one of the hostesses thanked us for our patience. That was thoughtful of her.
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Dave K.
Another fine meal here. Chicken nachos were good and worth doing again. Nothing really special but what do you expect with nachos. Seared Ahi was excellent. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Accompanied with brown rice and grilled asparagus. Will be my choice here from now on.
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lizzie b.
Well, it was one of my last dates with my boyfriend... but I still have fond memories of this meal, so that says a lot!!! I loved the honey ale on tap... amazing selection. My favorite is the turkey burger with garlic aioli. It's very very juicy and served on yummy bread. It's a large serving and reasonably priced. I enjoyed the french fries although they are kind of salty. At the end of the day, I didn't feel so guilty about eating the meal, and it was fresh and delicious. I'm not sure I'd ever order anything else! Can't wait for it to come to Fenway!!!
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James F.
Waited a long time, but ultimately had a good meal and some nice beer. I had heard about the Yard House first on a trip to the West Coast. Heard about the theme and planned to stop in, then nixed that idea when i found out it was a chain and they had just opened one in Dedham. So i jumped at the chance to accompany three friends there when the opportunity presented itself. I arrived about 15 minutes after my compatriots had put their name in, and we still waited a good 30-40 after that. Mind you this was not a Friday/Saturday. Good for them - if they can do that kind of business on a weeknight. All parties at the table seemed to enjoy their food, except for one diner (who shall remain anonymous) that had some issues with undercooking. The table discussed at length whether that type of cooking was actually suitable given how they had ordered the burger - the result was a split decision - 2:2. No one else at the table experienced any undercooking issues. Beer list comes as advertised - extensive - tried a few new things and got someone hooked on Youngs Double Chocolate Stout. Certainly worth the wait.
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Shannon H.
Went there for dinner with a girlfriend. We both got burgers. They were both cooked how we asked! The service was good but we kept having different people come to our table instead of just our waitress. It was a little annoying to keep having different staff introduce themselves and ask us questions while we were trying to talk and catch up. Also things were removed from the table a little to quick.... "can i take that out of your way or did you want the last few bites?". Overall it was ok. Parking was hard to find. The bill was $37 before tip for two burgers, a side salad, a soda and a beer.
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Larry F.
Menu good. Service good. Drink selection good. My guest and I both got food poisoning. Never good.
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Laura L.
Meet there with some friends after a 2 year hiatus from Boston. They like the place, and I liked it too, nice atmosphere the staff was very friendly and attentive, I like the food choices, next time I am back in town I'll definitively visit Yard House.
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Pardees S.
I came here with my college friends and two of their parents. We waited 2 hours for a table (yikes) so we were starving when they finally seated us. We ordered drinks and took about 20 minutes for the waitress to bring our drinks to us. When she finally came back we immediately ordered appetizers and dinner for fear of being forgotten about again. The appetizers were really good but we weren't sure if it was because we were hungry. We were willing to overlook the wait for the drinks when dinner came. All our meals were cold like they were sitting around for a while. We complained and got all new dishes that miraculously came out a mere 10 minutes after we sent them back. The managers tried comped us our dinner but overall I am not impressed with the way this restaurant is run. Next time I'll be sure to check out another spot.
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Andrea Z.
Went here by myself as I was in town for work. Got a two top right away even though it was about 6:00 on a Friday night. The place is huge, dark (just enough) and cool. The bar speaks for itself. 130 tap beers! Holy crap! What's not to like? I had a salad and the sliders. Pleasantly surprised that I snuck in before the happy hour ended at 6pm. Got 4 sliders and an entree amount of fries for 6.75. Sweet! Sliders were good sized and gooey, greasy goodness. The salad was average but it was just a house side salad - I wasn't looking for anything fancy. Unlike one other reviewer, I didn't get the impression that they were 'blasting classic rock'. I had a phone convo with my sister while waiting for my beer and I could hear her fine. Come on. Classic rock is their thing. It says it on the door of the place for chrissakes. You can't fault them for it. Also, pretty much everyone who says playing classic rock at a bar is lame - you know you're tapping your toe and singing along in your head. Just sayin. PS. They'll take a reservation if you have a party over 10. Says so on the table card thingy. Overall was very pleased with the experience. Check it out - especially if you're a beer snob.
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Todd S.
Cannot wait for their Lynnfield location to open! Great selection of food and beer.
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Debbie C.
I had lunch at the Yard House once and as I recall it was pretty good (burger, I think). Since then I haven't been able to get near the place. It's always mobbed. But last night I went there with coworkers for the half price apps and drinks and I probably won't be coming back soon. The chicken lettuce wraps consisted of a centerpiece of deep fried tortilla (it's a lettuce wrap! it's Asian) filled with what might be called chicken crumbles. There were 6 leaves of Boston lettuce and 3 sauces. That's all. The sauces were good. The chicken crumbles were, well, crummy. We ordered the California roll and were expecting about 6 bite-sized California rolls, but no, it was one giant (4" diameter) California wheel which was 90% rice, had a fishy tasting reddish substance somewhere near the middle and a few avocado slices on top. There was a soyish sauce and pickled ginger on the plate. It was gross. But then came the crab cakes, two nice sized cakes of crab accompanied by a fruity salsa (mango?). They were crispy. I couldn't see any crab, I couldn't taste any crab. The sauce was ok. The nachos - dry as dust and hardly any cheese. The eggrolls were limp and tasted like they had old beef stew in them. The buffalo wings were breaded, I think, or floured and pretty dreadful. In addition, our waiter, did this sort of thing. One person ordered the chicken strips. The waiter said, "The buffalo wings?" And the customer, a non-English speaker said, "ok". Then he couldn't eat them. Another person ordered a glass of the house chardonnay. The waiter said, "The Salmon Creek?" She answered, "If that's the house." and got what she wanted. There seemed to be a desire to steer you toward different choices. And by that time we were screaming to be heard above the roar of the crowd. I wanted to stand on a chair and scream, "What are all you crazy people doing here? The food is horrible!" I know that people come here for the beer. I like beer. I'll take fewer choices, better food.
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Tim D.
I like beer. Lets not beat around the bush, beer is delicious. When a place opened up right down the road from me that had a whole heck of a lot of it, I was excited. The Yardhouse has so many things about it to like, and they don't do any of them well. I have gone three times now to try and give it a fair shot. Two out of three of these visits have been outright disasters. On our first visit, my wife and I sat at the bar. It took roughly fifteen minutes for the bartender to acknowledge us, and another 10 minutes after that to take a drink order. 30 minutes after that, we were able to place our orders for food, I ordered the fish and chips, my wife a simple burger. While waiting for our food to come out, I needed a refill of my frosty adult beverage. As the bartender was placing the drink on the bar, she knocked over my wife's half finished beer into her lap. Accidents happen, not a problem,. She was very apologetic and hurried to get a new beer. Which she only filled halfway. With the wrong beer. After pointing this out, she hurried back to the taps to get the right beer, which she again only filled halfway. The food came out, and we began our meal. My wife took a bite out of her burger to find it not rare, but raw in the middle. My fish and chips must have been sitting in the window for a long time as it was cold and soggy, and the fries were like icicles. Thankfully, a manager comped our meal and we were able to cut and run. This last time, just a few days ago, we were hoping that they had outgrown these problems. Sadly not. I received the wrong meal and they poured me the wrong beer two time in a row. Like I said, there is so much to want to like about a place like this. It is just too big for it's own good. Underwhelming, overpriced food and a staff that either doesn't care or receives grossly inadequate training.
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Mark J.
This place was pretty crowded when we went. We ended up waiting a bit longer than the predicted time, but the host apologized when we were seated. The beer list is pretty extensive and you can get pretty much anything you're looking for. The food is pretty basic, nothing over the top. The waitress we had was very friendly and helpful.
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Eric P.
Really enjoyed this place! Huge beer selection as pointed out by everyone. Martinis, mixed drinks, mixed beers. Giant (half) yards of goodness. I also went with great company so maybe I'm biased. I guess I could of been in an alley way, half naked and homeless shooting up and i'de still give it 4 stars. No but really, the waitress was nice! The hostesses were great! Only down sides, no blue cheese olives, no small little dish for soy sauce (came on a giant dish randomly). And it would be nice having maybe prices listed on the menus, or alch percentages. Free parking though! And just a great meeting place if you're in the Legacy Place area! And the sushi was delish!
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Beth P.
This place is very busy during peak times, so expect a wait. There are tons of beers on tap and lots of local beers too. I like how they have vegetarian options on the menu too.
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Michele B.
We went again and the service and food this time were actually much better. The waitress wasn't scary and they have Hawaiian poke salad on the menu. Now it's not like Hawaiian poke in that it is more layered than mixed in. I think this might be to give people with nut allergies one last shot at seeing those macadamia nuts before tucking in. It really was quite good, though. More of a 3 1/2 star. Very LOUD.
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Cassie H.
I'd give Yard House 3.5 stars, but I'll round up in their favor. My husband really enjoys eating here because of their wide variety of beers on tap. Both of us are fans of the grilled swordfish tacos (they're about the size of the palm of your hand), which are tasty and spicy. However, since I'm preggers, I've had to put aside my favorite swordfish tacos here and try other things. I have to say that although their menu is extensive, nothing else seems to catch my fancy. Their fish and chips are forgettable. Salads are huge but leave something to be desired. Their other tacos (like carne asada) just don't pack the same punch. This place is always busy on weekend afternoons, and I can only imagine what it's like on evenings (we avoid it for that same reason).
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Mike B.
This place is amazing! I think they have over 100 or so microbrews and the ambience is great along with the food and service. My only nit here is that the place is so popular that you can expect to wait at least 35-45 minutes during peak dining times. They share the huge parking lot with other businesses, but you can usually find a spot if you have a little patience and a wife who can find cars exiting as you drive around...lol.
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Tulan K.
Absolutely awesome place to go to for a nice classy upscale bar and grill kinda place. Great food very tasty and great portions too. Price is a bit expensive but the food is great and so is the place. WE had it the first time in VA and the now went to the boston location on it first weekend which was st patricks day nad it was a lot of people but the wait for not too bad and we got food served with drinks without much delay . Great service and the waitress and hostess are really hot too ;-) LOL GO THERE RIGHT NOW
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Jennifer N.
OK, true confession. I love it here. Yard House is spot on, and I am not the only one who thinks so given they had an hour wait on a Sunday. First of all, their call ahead is the real deal. Call ahead is the same as if you checked in in person, and you just move on up the list. When we arrived, we were next on the list, perfect timing! They have so many beers. The bar is huge and it's fun to look at all of the different taps. You name a beer you want to try on draft, I bet they have it. Started with the nachos- which were delicious. I loved the red and green enchilada sauce drizzle; I have had my share of nachos in life and this was the first I had seen this touch. Also, they are served a long plate as opposed to a huge pile, to maximize the toppings per chip, and of course, cheese. Friend had the Bearnaise sliders, which he raves about of course. I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato soup. The cheese was so good (it was a combination of a few fancy cheeses that I cannot remember now) and the soup was more of a creamy tomato, perfect for dipping. I wish had room for dessert, they had a bunch of small bite options and the peach apple cobbler looked good. Will be back. This week.
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Rob C.
I drove by one of these out in Colorado a few weeks ago and could tell somehow that by 'Yard House' they meant a yard of beer. So i perked up when finding that they opened one in the monster shopping complex in Dedham, as it would be a fine place to meet my parents for dinner. And drink some beer. They boast something like the country's largest beer selection; tough to tell if they beat Sunset's 130, but it is surely nothing to sneeze at. On a Thursday night, it was in the process of going from busy to extremely busy at around 6:30, but it was one of those nights where it was just pleasant enough to sit outside, where a majority of people were not hardy enough to venture. Thus, no wait. We've just gotten the hang of heating the outdoors in New England, and wasteful though it may be, i am in favor. The service was a bit slow. After taking a little more time with the menu, it became a lot more time. The beers were a bit tardy, too. i'm willing to attribute it to newness/busy-ness for now; the service was perfectly adequate other than that. It is a bit on the spendy side, with $16 plates of macaroni and cheese, but these are in fact quite tasty. It's a very pleasant place to sit and drink and eat outside, and inside there were some truly enormous-looking booths that would probably be great for groups. It's distinctly un-Boston, in that the outside view of the "lifestyle center" outdoor shopping mall really feels like California or some other place known for freshly extruded suburban establishments, but it's hard to argue with beer. Beer is always right in the end. It's also almost certainly a perfect place to go get hammered before seeing a bad movie ("hot tub time machine", i'm looking at you...). One thing that did strike me as odd, given its size, was a pretty small men's room; two urinals, two stalls. Given the size of the place and the fact that it's a purveyor of beer, this seems inadequate. Anyway, it is a foregone conclusion that i'll be back.
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Kathy Y.
Now - I am reviewing THIS location as opposed to the Fenway location, which I have yet to go back to. We ended up coming here late Monday night after we went out. So it just so happened it was happy hour when we arrived. Which was great for us since there were specials. So we ended up ordering a few appertizers off the half priced menu and we all got an order of sliders. 1) Shitake Garlic Noodles - these were a little too buttery 2) Onion Ring Tower - this was crispy, really good 3) Hawaiin Poke Stack - marinated raw ahi with crispy wontons, carrots, bean sprouts, avocado, wasabi soy sauce (this was pretty good) We all got a variation of sliders - which was more than enough that we all had to take half of it home. I had the Pastrami Sliders - these were pretty good. The fries were really good. I recommend going here during happy hour, more worth it for your money.
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Sheila B.
Happy hour 3-6 ! Can't beat the wife variety of apps from wings, fries, tenders and garlic noodles for half price. Get a patio seat before 6pm dinner crowd !
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Joanna C.
1/2 priced apps and sides during their happy hour - 4pm - 6pm! Went with the boy and a few of his coworkers - I was in a light beer kinda mood, and our super awesome server suggested the Kronenbourg 1664 for me - which was honestly, DELICIOUS. My new beer of choice! You gotta love a place that feels comfortable enough to suggest new beers for a patron. The apps were also really good - my Hawaiian Poke was awesome, as was the boyfriend's onion ring tower. Got super angry (on our server's behalf) due to a blonde biotch who treated the waitstaff like crap and sat there with the most awful expression on her face the entire time she was there. She needed a good punch in the adam's apple. I was a few drinks in and almost got up to educate her on good manners, but proceeded to just talk oodles of crap about her with all of the waitstaff. She suuuuuuuuuuucked. All in all - would definitely come here again! And you, girl who was way too big for your rhinestone studded sweatpants, please just stop projecting your misery to the world. And please don't ever act like you're better than someone else just because they're serving you the $4 half priced burger you ordered. Get over yourself.
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Mimi H.
I saw this place on the phantom gourmet and i was like "holy crap! I wanna go there!" and then, by some act of God, I somehow ended up there later that night. True Story. The food is so yummy! I am all about their french fries! How do they cut them so thin!? I got a burger and it was better than average but I have had better. My friend got the Mac n' Cheese and it looked so good! I'm getting that next time! And the onion ring tower is also amazing. They have Tapas!! Oh and like every beer ever... There is always a wait... but usually it isn't long.
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George J.
If the truffle fries weren't so good I'd give this place 2 stars. The food is average at best. If it comes out warm on a busy Sat night you're lucky. The beer selection is great but the service is not.
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Tom H.
Yeah its loud but it is a brew pub filled to the brim. A great selection of beers in tap. Had the clam chowder and fish tacos. Tacos were excellent. Chowder needs some work as it is thickened with flour and was a little pasty. I would go back when in area
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Sean H.
First off, to let you know - I am not a beer enthusiast. I don't really care one whit about beer. I don't obsess over it, I don't talk about it, I don't sit around a table to discuss the fine qualities of different beers, comparing the various levels of hops. Hell, I don't even know what an IPA is. (Ok, I know what an IPA is - but only because a lot of the people I work with fit squarely into the category I've been talking about, that I fit squarely OUT of.) So I don't care about beer, and I'm not going to review it here. But I've been to the Yard House at Legacy Place twice now, for lunch. And the food and prices I have to say are quite good. Once I had the blue crab cake sandwich. It was pretty good, but I felt that it would have made a better dish without the "sandwich" part. I love crab cakes, if done well, and this was done fairly well. It also came with a lovely tomato bisque. This was one of the lunch combos which is totally affordable and a great value for the money. I also had fries which I found to be quite good, though I am a fry snob. Not many places do fries well, and this one was just above that dismal average here in New England. Or I should say Massachusetts. I have had much better fries in Vermont and New Hampshire. (Incidentally as a comparison, the best fries in Massachusetts that I have encountered was the Rattlesnake Restaurant several years ago before they jumped onto the coated fry bandwagon totally ruining them forever. And now the best fries are at Five Guys Burgers.) My second trip I had the hot pastrami sandwich and French Onion Soup. I have to say the soup was huge, compared to the smaller tomato bisque I had had on my earlier trip. And good. The French Onion Soup there is very good. The pastrami was nice, but somewhat stringy. This is the problem with pastrami for me. For me to enjoy it it has to be supple, and fall apart with every bite. It has to be shaved ultra-thin. This was well shaved, I think, but still, no bite would release itself cleanly. I had to pull at it, tug at it, to force it to release its grip on the remainder of the sandwich so I could eat it. Tasty yes, but not trivial to deal with. Now from the perspective of a beer lover, and as I said, I work with many who are TRUE beer lovers, this place must be a Mecca of sorts. Each time I've been there they have had multiple beers, usually trying out different ones, and they were all very very very pleased with each one. That's just not me.
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TIM O.
Good food ...poor service. I've been twice...there won't be a third time. My waitress was not off to a great start when my drink arrived at about 1/3 empty. After that, the appetizer arrived cold (she even said, "I wonder where your appetizer is; I ordered it a while ago." Well if she had gotten to the kitchen sooner, it might have arrived hot. Cold french fries anyone? Then my entree arrived cold as well. I'm giving it 3 stars because it could be good with a new manager.
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Julie G.
yeah. this place was ok. I won't be rushing back. I had the Hawaiian burger and it should have come with bacon or canadian bacon. The fries were of the shoestring variety and excellent. The service was attentive and friendly. Definitely a place to go with a decent sized group because the food and drink menu were varied. The prices were a bit absurd and the ambiance a bit generic. This place won't ruin your evening but it's not anything to rave about
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Lisa M.
Went here for lunch with my nieces aged 3 and 10 yesterday. The girls chose their lunch off of the kids menu while I opted for the lunch specials. We started with calamari between us since the kids love seafood. It was salty, crispy and delicious, and it came as a really large serving for an app. Actually, all of their food is served very generously. The girls got cheese pizza with fries and we couldn't believe how large their kids sized pizza was. They seemed to enjoy it a lot, especially the fries and both of them had plenty to take home as leftovers. I got the BBQ chicken pizza with Caesar salad on the side. Both were very good. The salad was fresh and the dressing was a great consistency with a nice lemony kick. The pizza was very good too with awesome crust. I want to give a shout out to the waitstaff who were particularly awesome and were very nice to the girls. Overall it was a great experience and I look forward to coming to the Yardhouse for an adult dinner and cocktails with my husband soon.
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D B.
Much better than expected. I ordered tuna. Jane (I'm assuming the manager) came by to apologize that the tuna was unavailable and was very helpful, including comping me for dessert (without me even asking for it). She was fantastic. The bartender, Dan, was also fantastic (attentive, but not overly so). I highly recommend it.
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Demetri P.
very good beer selection, helpful staff and great ahi tuna salad. as far as chain restaurants go, i think they do a great job. spaten oktoberfest and chimay trippel were two of the highlights of my evening. enjoy responsibly, i tend to get carried away with all of the beers.
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brian c.
I wen to the Yardhouse Saturday night for the Celtics. Initially told the wait would be between 1-1.5 hours. We got buzzed in about 45 minutes. We had a server named Tim, who was fantastic. He really helped make the experience good. The food was okay, I had the avocado and swiss burger and my g.f. had the fish and chips. The beer selection is fantastic, with over 100 on tap. They have a "six-pack" sampler, which is a 5oz sample of six beers. They six-pack changes every Tuesday. They give you a print-out of the beers on the sampler with a description and lsiting of the alcohol content, which is very convenient. Its not a bad deal for $8.95. I will go back again and if you have to wait, you can always walk around legacy place. They give you a buzzer and there is a lot fo store to check out ni the area.
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Rob D.
This place constantly disappoints me. Food is mediocre at best. Have been served cold food, moldy bread etc. Nothing but the beer selection and location stand out here. Overpriced for the quality that you get. Only go between 3-5 when the apps are half priced. That's all they are worth. Go to wicked pizza across the way. Much better food and actually worth the wait.
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Alex B.
Good thing they have a beer selection because this may be the only redeeming quaity to this restaurant. Tried the turkey sliders and bbq pizza. The pizza dough tasted like it was stale not even a little crunchy. The turkey burgers came out pink so i had to send them back. the only good thing about the burger was the bread it's like a hawaiian sweet bread besides that the taste was mediocre at best. You can get better food at Uno's and it's cheaper!
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Danielle E.
Soo--- This place would have gotten 4 stars because I would not have had any expectations. My hubby and 2 good friends of ours decided to head here on a Saturday evening around 6 (BIG mistake!) We waited 2 and a half hours to be seated. So with this wait my mouth salivated with the knowledge that I would be able to taste these amazing eats as any place that has a wait that long must be spectacular. Not so much, the food was good, definitely not worth a wait over 30 minutes...
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Erin M.
Wow, this place is fantastic! I love trying different kinds of beer, so when I heard about how many kinds they have here, I made it a point to check it out. I wasn't really expecting much out of the food, since usually when a place chooses to focus so heavily on a large beer selection, they don't put as much focus on the food. Man was I wrong! This is not your typical fried pub food joint! The seared ahi tuna app was amazing, the spinach and artichoke dip had lobster in it, and everyone at the table raved about their meals! And ohhhh the beer! I've been here twice, and the second time was just as good as the first. The shrimp enchilada that came with my jerk chicken with shrimp stack was possibly one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten. The only negative thing that I can say is that you can expect to wait an hour for a table (even on a weeknight), and they don't take reservations on weekends. Maybe because they're still pretty new? Fortunately, Yard House is in a pretty nice shopping plaza, so there's lots to do to kill some time while you wait.
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Paul L.
Great beer selection
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Ash T.
PROS: 160 beers on draft and humongous portion sizes. Try the beer sampler or if you're daring try the half yard. The taps are nicely arranged all around the bar. Nachos are great. CONS: Very popular and must come here early...or on the weekends expect to wait an hour. It gets very crowded and sometimes the wait staff will take a while to get your food.
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Meryl K.
I loved this place and can tell that we'll be frequent customers. Tonight we had excellent burgers - the turkey burger and the pepper jack burger. They were both really fabulously delicious, moist, and cooked perfectly. I also love that you can get a cup of soup or salad instead of fries. The tomato bisque is very tasty and it went really well with the flavors of the turkey burger. The turkey burger also had gorgeous slices of really nice, ripe Roma tomato on it - not some crappy limp white tomato slice. The pepper jack burger had an entire huge roasted chile pepper on it! YUM! The burger buns are also really good, tasty, fresh and not too bready. Boyfriend's Caeser side salad was nicely made. We also had above average, attentive service. Our waiter paid a lot of attention to us, refilling our water many times and asking us if we needed anything. I LOVE having my water filled a lot, so immediately I was very happy. The beer - fantastic. The waiter was full of helpful recommendations about the selection. Tonight we had a Rogue Dead Guy, an apricot wheat and a Hoegaarden (yeah, nothing too exciting, but they were all good). I was brought an incorrect beer once and it was taken away and corrected within thirty seconds. Like I said, the service was great! We loved it, and we're actually planning to go back on Friday! I'm excited to have such a great selection of drafts close by and some tasty, fairly cheap food to go with them. We'll be regulars here.
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Adam D.
Five stars for the beer list, three for the food. An extra half point for the variety of vegetarian offerings. The coconut shrimp are excellent as is the pastrami sandwich. The vegetarian mushroom lettuce wraps are good, but a bit too salty and way to oily. The vegetarian chicken rice bowl is very good, but again, a a bit too oily. Children's menu is very good. Mac and Cheese is real (I think) and they have crayons, wipes, and healthy deserts for the kids as well.
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Michael K.
the Yard House is a nicely built out bar / restaurant. They have over 100 quality beers on tap. And because there are so many, you can get 4oz samplers of the beers. My favorite thing to do! There are tons of TVs throughout the bar. We happened to go during a Pats game on a Sunday afternoon. And you couldn't miss a play, especially when the crowd was cheering every completion. We had the Chicken Nachos which were huge, but there wasn't much chicken in it at all. The pico de gallo and 2 sauces they brought out with the nachos didn't seem to have much flavor or kick to it either. Ended up using lots of tabasco sauce. I got the Pastrami Sandwich which was huge and it came with shoestring crispy fries (just how I like them). The bread for the sandwich was toasted, but also dousted in butter, and it was extremely soggy. The pastrami was good and it was topped with jalapenos with some brown mustard on the side. I ended up eating the pastrami with a fork because the bread wasn't holding together due to the overdoes of butter. oh yeah, I had a kona fire ale which I highly recommend if you like strong ales but not IPAs. The menu was pretty decent size, so I would definitely try it again and explore other items. If not for the food, just for the beers!
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Lindsay C.
Good Tunes and Good Munchin inside this Chain Restaurant. This place does chain right. Their food is fresh and creative and well, not cheap. I was in Dedham at Legacy Place and had a choice of hitting up Met Bar, Aquitaine and couple other places. But once I saw the neat exterior and interesting name of this place and then rocking tunes pouring out (oh, and the mentioning of one of the largest providers of beers on draft) the Yard House had me! A Truffle Fries, BBQ Chicken with Smoked Gouda, Onion and Cilantro Pizza and Shipyard Pumpkin Ale later... I walked out a happy lady! Sister in law had the Crab Cake Hoagie; Husband had the Roast Beef Dip Sandwhich... both loved their meals equally. I will be back... and the menu also stated they are opening a location in BOSTON
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Fran L.
The only good thing about yard house are their beers and appetizers. The entrees here were a bit on the disappointing side. I ordered the Mediterranean seared scallops and I felt like I was just eating sand instead of scallops. A lot of sand. The side of rice that came with it was okay. A bit too sour, but it was okay. My friends said their burgers were just okay, definitely had better else where. If I ever come back, I'll only come back for their appetizers and beers.
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Diane B.
Although a long wait is to be expected on a Saturday night when we were finally seated it was outside . It was a chilly night and only two heaters were working - no one should have been seated outside . It took an unusually long time for our food to be served and although the manager came over and reassured us that it would be out soon one member of our party did not get his food until well after the rest of the party. Food was warm and the truffle fries that everyone raves about were cold . The beer was good but honestly can find good beer in many places . Doubtful that we will make the trip back .
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Robert H.
These reviews should be folded into the ones for Yard House / Bar, since they refer to the same establishment, and this heading closed.
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Allan S.
I think they said they had over a hundred beers on tap. Need I say more? The food was delicious, they offer far more than bar food, and the staff friendly. We've gone back several times since and will continue to do so.
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Emma W.
So I really like this place, primarily for their beer selection, which has been covered already in reviews. The food is also great, and I certainly appreciate all the vegetarian options- it's nice to be able to go to a bar and not just have to get mozzarella sticks! I've found the service to be pretty good (also I've had the same server, Grant, a couple times and he's AWESOME. He's clearly a beer-ophile and always seems happy to spend a couple extra minutes talking about his current favorites and describing all the options.). The only negatives are the wait- unless you get there super early or super late you're going to get a wait of like an hour or more. Crazy! No reservations also.
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KMarie G.
I went to the Yard House on Friday, Nov. 10th with 3 friends. We arrived at 4:45 and there was a 45 minute wait. No big deal, it was a Friday night! Anyways, we were seated before the 45 minutes was up, and had Maureen as our waitress. She was all sorts of friendly until my evening went down hill... I ordered the Seared Ahi Tuna Burger. Not complicated, or so I thought... When our food was brought out, I was presented with a TURKEY burger. No. I AM A PESCO-VEGETARIAN. I promptly alerted our waitress of the mixup, and she said she'd put in another order for the correct menu item. A few minutes later, a manager came over to tell us that things were being taken care of. Great! Or so I thought... The clock kept ticking and ticking and we were planning on seeing a movie right after dinner. I sent my food back just before 6PM and by 6:30 my Tuna burger still hadn't been brought out! I asked another manager where my food was. She didn't care. Finally our waitress reappeared, without my food, and she didn't seem to care either, and wasn't one bit apologetic. I do not understand what takes so long to bring out a TUNA Burger??? Did you need to go to Whole Foods and buy more Ahi Tuna? Anyways, as we were leaving, at 6:50 PM, my Ahi Tuna Burger came out in a takeout container. So I basically sat at the Yard House for an ENTIRE HOUR waiting for that place to get my order right. The problem is not that my order was messed up. Things happen. The problem is with how it was handled. Zero apology from the waitress. Zero sense of urgency to correctify the issue. The Yard House does such a great business that they really don't seem to care if they piss off one party. Well, this one party won't be back. And it's a shame too, because I used to like the place.
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Shankar D.
Beer: Loved the 'young's double chocolate'. If you like stout beer, definitely try this one.
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Meghan P.
Let me explain my rating: The Yard House in San Diego = AMAZING The Yard House in Dedham = underwhelming --------------------------------------------------Â------------------- I have eaten at this location 4 times and only the first time was good! My food is always cold or bland. Beer menu is extensive so you can always find something you like- its hard to mess up beer :) --- They only serve 1/2 yard here not full yard like in CA. Stick with the beer and maybe an appetizer and spend your money on dinner somewhere else. I really hope they can turn it around because I used to LOVE LOVE LOVE this place.
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Thomas N.
well this was our first visit to legacy place and to the yard house, was very nicely impressed.....great beer selection and a great many on drafts, place was sort of dimly lit and was very packed for a thursday lunch time......i had a couple of different and or new beers , i had the mac and cheese which was great, wife had the grilled cheese sandwich and soup( did we both crave cheese today!?) which was also excellent, also had the small salad which was good....service was very pleasant and informative as we ate at the bar..over all a great experience and would certainly look forward to getting back here...
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Brian D.
Saturday night, about 9:30p, Yard House looks A-OK as we stroll across the street from the movie theater at Legacy Place in Dedham. Place is pretty packed, looks like a late 20's - mid 30's sort of suburban meat market + elderly LL Bean shoppers convention. That's OK, I get it. Not a lot of options for shopping for comfort travel clothing and picking up swingers in the burbs these days. Anywhoo, we squeeze into the bar and order beers off the massive yet-not-really-jaw-dropping-awesome beer list. House beers, not that great. Not awful, but not great. About 2 minutes later enter (I shall leave him nameless here) 'GUY' the bar manager. Let me reenact our conversation with 'GUY'. GUY: Hey there, my name is GUY, I'm one of the managers here at the Yard House. Me and Wife: Ok, hi. GUY: I need to ask you to remove that bottle of water from the counter, Ok? Wife: I don't have a bag with me, can I just drink it? GUY: ...I need to ask you to remove that bottle of water from the counter, Ok? Can you put it in your purse? Wife? Right. I don't have a purse with me. It's not even open. (trying to hand bottle to me so I can, I guess, put it my pants pocket?) GUY: That would be awesome. Thanks for coming to the Yard House! (GUY stands there, arms crossed, grinning like he just won the lottery, watches us as we try to figure out what to do with said bottle while we whip out the old Visa. Mind you, we're blushing from embarrassment while all the patrons around us stare at us like we just beat a baby seal to death. Done paying the tab we can get the hell out of there and try to figure out what the hell just happened.) In a NuTsHeLl: Yard House may be just fine, or may suck, either way, I'm in no hurry to go back and be treated to sophomoric, passive aggressive, customer service by some GUY who gets off on being able to make customers leave on a busy night for no good reason at all. Shame on you GUY. Shame. Shame.
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Pat S.
A frequent stop of ours. Always decent food, can't beat the beer selection. Was a little disappointed some of the limited edition beers were tapped out, but plenty of other selections to choose from. Good staff. Can be noisy, but mostly due to popularity and crowds - not necessarily a bad thing. Very knowledgeable bar staff about all of the different brews on tap.
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Dmitri K.
Choices choices choices. Try their beer sampler, then pick the best of the litter. Fish tacos at the bar with avocado, top notch.
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Paul D.
Great beer selection, expansive menu, but has that fake chain atmosphere, and is just way, way to expensive. And forget trying to have a conversation on a Friday night. But if you prefer to eat at a mall, and Olive Garden, Applebees, and Chilis all have a wait, go for it.
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John T.
A mixed bag of pros and cons, and sadly one of the cons is the food. I don't know if it's me, but it seems to have gone downhill and feels no different than a TGI Fridays, Applebees or any other chain that just has 'cooks' on a production line but no 'chefs'. The beer selection is great, the booths are huge and roomy, and there is pretty good variety on the menu. In short, I'd go there if that's where my group wanted to go, but it's not my first choice. If I'm at Legacy place, I'd go to the Met Bar first.
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Mabel N.
Great food for a sport bar!! We had the light beer called longboard. We had the truffle fries it was delicious (excepts it is really greasy/oily). Korean pork belly taco was sooo yummy. Well marinated pork belly (Small taco for a $4.75). Thai lettace wrap was delicious. The chicken was chopped fine along with the bean curd it was yummy. Be preapred to get your hands dirty with this chicken lettuce wrapped :P Ribeye was tender and well flavored. The butter on top of the ribeye was delicious. Mashed potatoes was ok. Vodka tomatoes shrimp angle hair - creamy and buttery tomatoes sauce with a splash of vodka !! Delicious. Barbecue chicken pizza was alright. Not too impressive. Will def go back for their ribeye and Korean pork belly taco.
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Jean F.
The wait can be a pain and parking seriously should be an olympic sport but they have a big menu, good food and tons of beers on tap. Love meeting friends from the city here.
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Emily S.
This place is more than just a pub. I've been here twice now and the food was excellent both times. There are some great options on the menu! The wine was good and the beer list looked good too if that's more your thing. My friend has some allergy concerns and the chefs were very helpful in accommodating his diet. The Yard House is insanely busy weekend nights so prepare for a wait or make reservations. Despite the craziness the service was pretty decent both times. My only complaint is that it can be pretty loud and hard to hear the person next to you.
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James W.
in all honesty, i'm probably not telling you anything the other 175 reviewers haven't, but here's my $0.02 anyway. take it while it's hot. the beer list is the most extensive i've seen anywhere near boston, and everything is on tap. the beer menu is well organized, breaking the beers out by variety and flavor profile, so that's helpful in ordering and if you want to try something new. i'm a big fan of the rose gaarden on a hot summer day - lindemann's framboise & hoegaarden. the food, however, is nothing special. the crab cake hoagie ($14) was dry. like, 3 glasses of water dry. even the bacon and spiced aioli didn't add enough moisture. at first, i wondered why the yard house's mac-n-cheese ($17) was listed as a mathematical formula - (mac + cheese) squared? really? - but then i ordered it. it's ... complicated. chicken, bacon, mushrooms, a bunch of cheeses and truffle oil. it's pretty good, but the combination of bacon and oil made it very greasy and heavy. the burgers ($11 - $15) are probably the best, if unadventurous, bet. mine, rare, was flavorful & juicy. maybe a little too juicy. next time i order one rare, i'm going to ask them to toast the bun a little as mine was falling apart mid-way through. service has been fine on every visit and the staff clearly gets some education on the beer menu. it can get a little loud inside, but this place is absolutely huge. the outdoor seating is a nice option, but it's right on the drive for the parking lot, so you're at the mercy of the cars going by. if the occassional whiff of exhaust fumes is going to ruin your day, sit inside.
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Chas K.
It's good that Sarah N. of Yardhouse is addressing some reviews, but it would be even better if management remedied some of the consistent complaints like no beer prices on the menu and charging for things like 1/2 oz. beer samples and anchovies on a Caesar salad without telling customers first.
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victoria l.
I gave this 4 stars because the service was great, the atmosphere was nice and they had a very large drink selection. The food was Okay. The onion rings could have been tastier with better dipping sauces. My husband really liked his Spicey Tuna roll, and it was huge not what he expected, it could definitely feed a few people (appetizer). I got the baby leaf spinach salad which was really tastey they have a great balsamic dressing! Hubby got the Spicey salad which was very spicey but, he loves that stuff so he enjoyed it. Last I got the creme brulee, it was very different it had bananas on top and chocolate on the bottom, though I prefer my creme brulee to have nothing on it, it was very good. I loved the chocolate on the bottom and didnt care for the bananas. If you read my other posts you'll see I am obsessed with creme brulee =) All in all it is a cool place and I will be going back!
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Jen G.
"Can someone please turn down the gaggling fourty year old woman's birthday party and the loud music!? I can't hear the person next to me...sheesh." It is really really loud here, so I wouldn't even think about it if you're planning on holding a conversation with your company. Noise level aside, this is a pretty cool place. Low lighting, nice modern decor. There is a really big bar in the middle of the room with tv's if you're interested in whatever game is on. I am a fan of the HUGE oval booths that seat ~9 people easily. Booth seating is the best. The food is tasty though a bit on the expensive side. Great menu variety but they really feature their beverages. If you are a beer person, this place is for you. The have everything you can think of and a lot that I haven't heard of but would gladly sample....oh yeah thats the other thing. You get charged for beer samples, so be aware of this if you're feeling adventurous.
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Beth R.
I've twice been to the Yard House and now, a total fan. The food and drink selection is exciting and everything tastes delicious. I love the music and the bar is a nice size too. Only gripe is the pricing...I think they could afford to bring it down a notch.
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Mike L.
I recommend this place to all of my friends. I love the food, the atmosphere and the beer selection. Not your typical pub food and a nice variety of choices for vegetarians and meatatarians. The service is awesome. Always attentive and friendly. The beer list is very impressive. Everyone can find their favorite on draught. The one downside I could find is that it usually gets very busy for dinner and the wait times can be lengthy. Very excited for the one to open up in Boston!
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Deeba A.
Food is good, a bit pricy, and noisy. Overall the experience is ok. I highly recommend making a reservation. It is nearly impossible to get in right when you want. The place is busy.
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Christine K.
I am definitely a fan of the Yard House. I'm not going to lie...I have a soft spot for ridiculously posh atmospheres. Which is fairly unlike my personality :-) THE BEER: I love that they have 160 beers on tap. Yes, some of them are pricey. If you come here and get a Miller Light, it's not so pricey! I decided to indulge in the Youngberry Chocolate which is Lindeman's Framboise Lambic and Young's Chocolate Stout. IT WAS OUTRAGEOUSLY delicious. Another neat thing you can do is get there Sampler of the Day for only $8.95 for 6-5oz. Pours. That's pretty good! Also, you can get samples of the beers for $1. They give you a 3 oz. pour. THE FOOD: I happen to think the food is VERY tasty. The first time I went we got the Bearnaise burgers and the BBQ pizza. I had NO complaints at ALL. They were delicious! The second time I got the Ahi Tuna Sandwich. I really enjoyed it, but I wish I got it on a different bread! The best part is Happy Hour: Monday - Friday * 3PM - 6PM and Sunday - Thursday * 10PM - 12A. HALF PRICED APPETIZERS AND PIZZAS! My boyfriend and I made a meal out of that! Delicious AND easy on our pocket. THE PRICE: I know it's pricey, but with happy hour and sample specials, I think I can deal with it. :-)
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Casper T.
Great selection of beer, service is friendly. We usually get the appetizers - thai chicken noodle salad, the coconut shrimp appetizer are much recommended
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Kaitlyn B.
Visited the Yard House last night with my boyfriend and a few friends. I had heard rave reviews from some other people and had been meaning to check it out. We called at 7:30 to put our names in for a patio table and at that time I was quoted 45 mins. We picked up our buzzer around 7:45 and waited outside for the rest of our party to arrive. We were buzzed around 8:30, so a little longer than anticipated but considering that we made a specific request to sit outside, I didn't think it was too bad. While the restaurant itself was busy for a Wednesday night, the patio didn't seem hectic or crammed at all. They have a lovely little fireplace you can sit near and they also have heat lamps overhead in case it gets a little chilly. I was pleasantly surprised with the menu selection for both food and beer. This place has something for everyone - salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, fish, pasta - you name it, it's probably listed. They claim to have the largest selection of draft beers in America (I'd estimate about 150-160). I think that Sunset Grill and Tap in Boston is the closest runner-up with 112. However, the Yard House beer menu is much easier to read than the pamphlet you get when ordering at Sunset! Our waitress, Meaghan, was very nice and well-informed about the menu, but she did seem to be a bit distracted while waiting on us. My boyfriend ordered an Arrogant Bastard while I stuck with my usual Blue Moon. We started with the onion ring tower and the spinach and cheese dip. The onion rings were pretty standard in quality, but the portion was huge. However, it paled in comparison to the spinach and cheese dip. I started wishing I had ordered that instead! For dinner, my boyfriend and I both ordered the Classic cheeseburgers - a pretty boring selection on this menu - but we ended up with BBQ burgers. Delicious (and cooked perfectly) but definitely unexpected. I did love the shoestring fries! Our friends both ordered the fish and chips, which looked like a more-than-substantial portion, and they seemed satisfied with their selection. The bill for the four of us came to about $100; not too bad for 3 beers, 2 apps and 4 entrees. We had a great time catching up and didn't feel rushed at all. I will definitely consider the Yard House again for lunch or dinner when I'm shopping at Legacy Place.
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Tricia W.
I had to debate for quite a while over whether to give Yard House 3 or 4 stars, and I ultimately decided on 3...but really 3.5. Atmosphere: Loud, dark, bar scene Wait: LONG. We were told 30-40 mins at 6:15 on a Thursday night, and ended up waiting an hour. Service: Decent. Considering the crowd, the food came out pretty quickly. Food: Interesting but pricey menu; definitely a step up from your average bar cuisine option and it is refreshing to see the wide range of options and ingredients offered. I had the spicy chicken sandwich. The Cajun aioli was delicious, the cheese flatbread was pretty bread-y but a good match, and the chicken was nicely grilled and flavored, without being rubbery. Only complaint is that there was way too much bread for way too little chicken. French fries were thinly-cut and delicious. My dining partner had the French Dip Roast Beef sandwich and said it was very good, and less greasy than the average French Dip. However, he said his onion soup tasted like it contained a generous helping of gravy master.
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Ben L.
I really want to like this place. I generally enjoy a good beer list, but I did not have a good experience. The Pros: The appetizers were a definite high point. We had all sorts of good snacks and, though not cheap, they were well done. The Mediocre: The beer list was big, but not special. There was enough selection for me to pick a good beer, but not enough for me to try something new or something that I don't often find. It is how I imagine a corporate chain would approach the world of craft beer: boring. And with only a couple rotating seasonal taps, I don't see it getting any better. If you're going to spend that much for a beer, you can get something more interesting down the street at BBC or a by going into the city. Or you can just get the same beer for less somewhere else. Seems like a real opportunity lost in my eyes... so may taps, so little intrigue. The atmosphere was sort of sterile. The place had the shiny surfaces and clean lines of a well designed chain restaurant, which it is all of. The Bad: I had a really awful meal. I mean, it was bad beyond disagreeing with my personal taste in food. I couldn't eat it. On telling the server I couldn't eat it, she packaged it for us to take home, where I tried to pawn it off on others and they couldn't eat it either. There were burnt bits, and overcooked bits, and the remaining balance was bland and terrible. When spending the better part of a $20 bill on a pasta dish, I expect it to be edible or returnable. I had to make myself something to eat after getting home. The other unfortunate bit was not so bad, but we made a reservation for our group and we got sat a half-hour late. Given the meal that followed, I wish i had just kept my money and my time. At least I was with good friends, which made the evening enjoyable despite the meal.
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Jay B.
This place is solid. We had several sandwiches for lunch and they all had lots of flavor - instead of being big chain blando. Mine was the roast beef and au jus - and salty beefiness was everywhere. The Yardhouse also has a substantial beer menu. So for a longer and more interesting work lunch - solid.
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Sherie J.
High energy from the moment you enter. This is definitely a little bit of California right in Dedham. I've been to the original in LB and I have to say I enjoyed myself more here. Partially because the waitstaff/barstaff and Manager are world class. That just doesn't happen organically. They have one of the best restaurant managers in the area holding the fort here. He makes sure his team is courteous, available and professional. The best thing to do here is try a beer you've never had before. With 130 on tap you'd be a sucker to try some $10.25 mixed drink. While they are probably great; stick with the beers, that's the point. The other 'best' thing about the menu is that they are never short on avocado. I LOVE the green stuff and there are plenty of menu items with avo on it. Check out the Spicy Tuna App. It's a 6"diameter of layered decadence! Tomato, edamame, Ahi tuna, with actual chunks...a layer of avocado and shredded seaweed. I ate the entire thing! Then the Caesar salad was scrumptious, by the time my entree came, I had to box it up (Orange Chicken with Brown Rice). My BFF had edamame, gluten free beer and an avocado burger that looked yum. You cannot order anything cooler than medium here...they don't serve it! So I stuck to the raw fish! ;) Awesome place, great crowd. Thanks to our handsome bartender and Ed.
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Bret C.
What a disappointment. Yard House is mediocre at best. They have however many beers on tap. All of the food is kind of blah - one thing to definitely stay away from is the pizza. It's gross. And they are EXPENSIVE! Waits tend to get very long as well. Only good point - it's nice to see a unique chain come to the area with some outdoor seating. Solid anchor for attracting people toward the back of Legacy Place. Okay place to hang and have a drink, but much beyond that is not good.
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Jess L.
4 starsbased on quality and service. However, accept that the Yard house is a Yuppie brew pub. Prices for everything are ridiculously inflated considering the concept. Service was excellent. Large tap beer selection, but without a decent seasonal selection....they better step it up if they want to appeal to beer connoiseurs (sp). Super-sized booths for large groups, or people. "tuna roll" app was so so good...a meal in itself. Their French fries are aweful...they're shoestring style and too oily. Skip the tuna sandwich...Although very fresh I should know that rare ahi tuna never belongs between two pieces of bread. Burgers are huge and well- prepared. I'd go back for apps...if I'm not paying the tab.
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Beck N.
I wanted to love this place, but I just couldn't. They get 3 stars for atmosphere & decent waitstaff, but their beer & food... not so much. Yes, they have many, many beers on tap. But, for beer geeks like hubby & me, there was not much new to try...& for $6+/beer, I was a bit disappointed. The food was eh... I got the 4 cheese pizza, which was super sloppy & difficult to eat. Hubby ordered the Southern fried chicken & enjoyed it. For the price we paid, I expected something more... The decor was nice, but the atmosphere left something to be desired. It was filled with early 40s to 50s after work crowd & it was very loud. If you want to have an actual conversation while you enjoy dinner, this is not the place for you. Also, if you want to order another round, they do not have a beer menu on the table. The only beer menu is the cumbersome book you get to order your food. In short , if you must go here, stop here during happy hour 4:30-6 to get 1/2 off apps & grab a brew.
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Erin M.
Unlike Yasa, my husband and I are very happy to be known as regulars! We come from Wisconsin, where being a regular means you know your bartenders and staff, and they know you, which means you get great service-well, at the Yard House in Dedham, you get great service whether or not you're a regular. The ones we see on a regular basis deserve a LOT of credit. First and foremost...Dennis is the man you need to see-always happy to see his customers! Adam, Marlon, John, Whitney, Dan, Ashly, Kyana, and Charlie (bartenders) the barbacks Sean and John, and servers Renee, Crystal and Drew-they're all awesome people! The managers we see are Daniels and Heather (who is now at Fenway) Anyways, we always feel welcomed, we always sit at the bar, and we always get taken care of. These people are GREAT at their jobs-otherwise we wouldn't come back as much as we do. Both my husband and I have worked as bartenders/servers, and know what it means to be treated like we are. The food is always good! (so props to the people in the kitchen too!) We usually stick to our avocado swiss burgers (swap pepperjack for swiss), add bacon and one medium, one medium rare. We've gotten a few other things, but we love our burgers-which are always delicious. Friends meet us there and we've never heard a complaint. We usually stand at the open spot at the end of the bar by the kitchen and wait until seats open up at the bar (or the bartenders will help us scout them out) just so we can interact with these guys! We've had some interesting things happen while we've lived in the Boston area, and we can always count on our friends at the Yard House to lend us an ear. We now live in Dedham, so we're much closer-and will be there more frequently. We could go lots of places in the Boston area for dinner and drinks and spend about the same, if not more, but we love this place because of the people that work there. We are self proclaimed beer snobs-being from Wisconsin, having been bartenders, managed a small/high end specialty liquor store/homebrewers....and they have a great beer selection. Best one we've seen around here. Other places have a good selection, but this one is constantly good! I hope I didn't forget anyone, but I had to rave about this team-outstanding!
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Jacqueline C.
Good food & beer selection but giving the low rating due to the lack of courtesy. I was trying to get through the front door with a stroller and none of the THREE people at the front even thought to come over and hold the door open, but were just staring at me! When I get in, then I get a "can I help you?"!!!
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Simon G.
A good place with a wide wide variety of beer! If you love beer, you'll definitely like to come here for a drink and grab some lunch or dinner. The portions of meals here are a good size and the price range is far for the type of restaurant it is. The place is very dimly lit with lots of television screens for the sports fan. It being very popular during the evenings, you'd definitely want to remember your waitress/waiter in-case you need to flag them down for a drink or change of order.
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Jessie R.
I was happily surprised by this Legacy Place restaurant and bar as far as the food and drinks went. The service - not so much. There is a lot of really bad chain food around here and the baja fish tacos were really refreshing after days of bad food at other lunch spots. The mac and cheese was also good and the beer selection is awesome - Rouge Hazelnut Brown Nectar for all!! I definitely enjoyed it more as a bar and less as a restaurant, mostly because of our service. Our server was MIA for a while even after we explained we were trying to make a movie and wanted to put our food in quickly. We had to do that awkward grab-a-random-waitress thing to put in our food on time. Also - they play loud classic rock, and I could have used some deeper cuts after hearing the same Tom Petty song three times over the course of an hour and a half, but what can you do. Overall, not bad for the Boston suburbs.
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Sachin P.
Excellent options for vegetarians and strong beer selection. Only downside is volume of music. YARD HOUSE!!!!!
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Jason G.
I thought this place was really good. We went there for a late lunch/early dinner on a Saturday and it was packed. We sat in the bar area, which was a little noisy...but I am chalking it up to the fact that it was the high tables surrounding the bar. The service was good and refilled drinks without asking or encumbrance. The food was really good. We tried the clam chowder and classic ranch salad for appetizers ($2.95 added onto any meal). They were both very good. For a $3 salad appetizer it was quite large. For entrees I had the Pepperjack Burger, and my girlfriend had the Mac & Cheese(2). They were both excellent. I would recommend this place to anyone, and probably better if you are a beer drinker as they have a huge selection.
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Jack P.
Fly in my Chardonnay? More like dead moth in my Cobb Salad. Really disgusting to get halfway through a meal and find a dead bug in it. I did at the Yard House on a recent visit. It was gross, but what was more disturbing was the fact that the staff found it amusing. I saw the server bring the plate back into the kitchen, and a gaggle of servers and cooks gathered around cackling. I wonder how funny it will be when health dept stops by? Spoke to the manager, but no response from "corporate" as of yet. More than anything, this experience shows that Yard House cuts corners in washing/prepping its vegetables/lettuce. a lot Makes you wonder what other short cuts they take. Like hand washing? I won't be eating there again. Here's my Cobb-Webb salad, complete with bug: tinypic.com/r/23jlawn/7
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Debra B.
The Yard House is in the Legacy Place in Dedham, a beautiful shopping & dining area. I came here with a group of 9 people, and the booth tables were long enough to fit us all. We waited for about 45 minutes for a table around 8:30pm on a Wednesday night and was absolutely worth it. The service was great, very nice, and knowledgable with their food and drink menu. I ordered the garlic noodles with shrimp, blue crab meat and lobster claws, a summer salad, and a side of truffle fries. I was a happy camper with each dish. The menu is quite expensive, but the food portions balances it out and is definitely worth it. If Dedham wasn't that far from me, I would come here more often. I reccommend this place for sure!
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Evan G.
I love this place. I love beer, and Yard House has a million billion of them, mostly draft. I've also eaten here and its excellent. I had the truffle mac & cheese which was awesome, and I've also had a steak here that probably wasn't worth the price tag. Apps are awesome and beer is awesome. My gripe with this place isn't so much the place itself, but really the location. As cool as Legacy Place is, I absolutely HATE going there. It's crowded, you can't park anywhere but the top of the garage at night, and I hate waiting for a table. If there is a wait in a restaurant I'll probably go elsewhere, just because I'm impatient. I'd definitely recommend this place during the week, it will be much easier to actually get a seat / get a parking spot.
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Michael W.
Perhaps the largest assortment of beers I have seen....the place has the feel of a large national chain like a Cheesecake Factory in terms of the massive menu and the way that it is decorated....but I generally have found the food to be passable....it sounds better in the description than it is on the plate but the appetizers are pretty good.....they offer "gardein" meat substitute which is sort of creepy sounding but I tried it and it was surprisingly not bad.....the place is always crowded, super loud and while the service has always been good they really should give you a bit more time to make your selections because it is a really large menu. Overall a fun place with o.k. food and a great beer list. It isn't too pricey but I would not bring kids.
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Matt L.
Not sure why I have heard mixed reviews about this place. It is fairly new and sits inside Legacy Place which has a few other top restaurants. You wouldn't know it but it is a chain and this location is quite large inside. I heard they are opening another one of these near Fenway. If you are looking for a quiet place, this aint it. The inside is dimly lit and has large screen TVs in every corner and behind the bar. The beer selection in this place is unreal. They must have over a hundred beers on tap of all types from micro brews to domestics to loads of foreign and local specialities. The first three pages of the menu are all beer selections. Plus they will even let you sample a few prior to making a selection. Some are served in the large "yard" glasses. The staff here is very friendly and promotes some of the beers on the menu and lets you know which ones are the best tasting. Speaking of the menu, it is huge. This place has a dish for every appetite. From tons of appetizers to salads and then loads of sandwiches and burgers to entrees. We were here for lunch and you can get lunch portions of the dinners. I had mac and cheese cooked up in truffle oil and a side of truffle fries. It took a little while to get the food, but when it came it was worth the wait. Delicious from start to finish. I even saw a few burgers pass by and those looked pretty good as well. The prices were moderate similar to a Cheesecake Factory and it was a pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this place to go out with friends, family or even a date. However, from what I heard, the music can be quite loud in the evenings.
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Nicole M.
The Yard House is a great place for an after work drink and appetizers! The beer selection is awesome and the staff are super friendly and helpful. I have loved everything I have eaten here as well. I've only been for dinner once, and happy hour many times. They do half price appetizers for happy hour and they are delicious! Dinner can be a bit pricey for a beer restaurant but the quality and portions are great. Definitely go here!
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Ashley M.
At first, the half yard drinks seemed fun and different and the servers were very attentive. However, for such high prices, the quality of the food fell short. Tasteless pasta dishes and salads soaked in dressing. To top it off, we informed the manager that there were two underage kids (in high school, as we knew exactly who they and their families were) drinking at their bar, and in return he told us that he checked their ID's and ignored our concerns. When we tried to order another round of drinks, he came over and carded us each three times (yes three!) making us provide credit cards, bank cards, etc.etc. and made sure our drinks took at least twenty minutes. So much for trying to be good sports and make sure they weren't serving minors. I have been to some amazing restaurants, and this one isn't worth your money.
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Luna L.
Have been twice for drinks on the weekends, the Dirty martinis were good (although I would have liked blue cheese stuffed olives) My sister in law reports her pom martinis were good as well. I would have liked a Mojito but any real mojito drinker knows you DO NOT use a mix in this cocktail and unfortunately Yardhouse does which is not a true mojito. Its a nice atmosphere, upbeat, the bartenders were eficient and service was good overall. The bathroom was strange, I think they were going for trendy with the sinks in the ladies room but it just ends up messy and water gets everwhere i put my bag down and it was soaked.
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Teresa M.
After hearing some great reviews about Yard House, my husband and I decided to finally try it on Saturday. We arrived around 9 and were told it would be a 25 minute wait. To our liking our buzzer went off only about 10 minutes later and we were seated. Our waiter wasn't very friendly, but it was packed and we decided to chalk that up to it being busy. My cesar salad wasn't anything special, the dressing was very watery. My husband ordered the egg rolls and loved them. For dinner I ordered the Rib Eye, my absolute favorite cut of meat. I opted to get steamed spinach instead of broccoli for my side. Unfortunately when it arrived it was in this gross black water. I understand steamed spinach will always be served in some sort of water, but its usually bright green and flavorless. The black water really grossed me out so I put the spinach to the side and ate my steak and mashed potatoes instead. The steak was wonderful, cooked to perfection! A bit charred on the outside yet still medium in the middle. The mashed potatoes were creamy and perfectly seasoned, next time I think I'll have double mashed with my steak! My husband ordered Mac and Cheese with chicken. He loved it! I tried a bite and it was fabulous! We'll definitely be back!
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Liz B.
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! They had great food, great service, AND great music! If you don't like a Hard Rock Cafe atmosphere this place isn't for you. Yes it's loud, with great tunes, and the food is excellent!!!! They also have super long booths to easily seat 10. And the Hostess told us that they even have longer ones! The beers on tap are never ending, and they have a HUGE martini menu! I went with my husband, and we got one appetizer, and then two hamburger plates with two diet cokes. The bill was only $40. Not bad. It was lunch time by the way. We will definitely be going back!!!!
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Sue P.
I went here on a Tuesday night last month and was surprised to see a decent amount of people there watching a Celtics game. The Yard House definitely has a cool restaurant/ lounge atmosphere, which fits in nicely with the rest of the Legacy Place restaurants. The waiters were nice, the beers aplenty, and the food was pretty standard. I'm not a huge beer person, but how could I not have a beer at a place that has over 130 on tap? It was nice that the waitress was knowledgeable and could recommend some different ones to try. I just loved the warm brownie dessert right in the pan with ice cream! I think that all of the Legacy Place restaurants had some issues when they opened..... which is EXACTLY why I waited a while before going to any of them. I'll definitely be coming back to the Yard House to watch a game, drink some beers, and have a good time.
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Brendan K.
Surf and Turf Burger with a Snake Bite (pear cider mixed w/ Kona Lager). Pretty decent spot for food in the Legacy Place Mall.
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Loan V.
I've heard great things about this place but of course every time we try to go around dinner time it's always packed! So my friend and I decided we'd try to go there for lunch on a Sunday to see if the food is really worth the hour wait for dinner. The best thing about going to different restaurants (definitely had my share) is to go with low expectations so you're not disappointed! Boy we're we happy by the end of the meal! We decided to order four different apps so we could try a few items. * Truffle fries - amazing! It's a must try for those fries lovers out there. * Classic Sliders - this came with a side of fries (yes even the plain fries are yummy!). The burger itself wasn't too bad, they were pretty big for sliders, the bread was soft with the right amount of butter but the patties itself could of been a little thicker so you got the right bread/meat ratio. * Blue Crab Cakes - it's pretty good but the mango sauce is what really makes it yummy! If they served the cakes on its own I wouldn't recommend it but you gotta get it so you can try it with their sauce! * Korean BBQ Beef - it was cooked and marinated just right! It also came with jasmine rice and take it from a Vietnamese person that was the real Asian rice LOL. This could have been a meal in its own. * Dessert Trio Sampler - how can you walk away without trying something sweet! This is great to share...chocolate cake, peach cobbler and lemon/raspberry meringue. The portions were pretty big for appetizers! Needless to say we were stuffed and happy. We'll have to come back and try for dinner with entrees cause everything that was coming out of the kitchen looks so delicious! Now I have to say it's worth the hour wait especially with a smiling/happy staff! :)
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Brough M.
Ordered take-out "adult mac and cheese"... while we were waiting had some drinks at the bar. The beers on tap (about a thousand) were ice cold and awesome! She had the Pomegranate Martini... best ever! The atmosphere was fantastic, and the service at the bar was great! The Mac and Cheese was great!
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Michael C.
I like beer, therefore I like the Yard House very much. I dig the guac. Apt 12 will put you on another planet - great beer, but I slept all night on the first chair I sat on when I got back to my house.
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Erin S.
I took my husband to the Yardhouse for his birthday recently and we loved it. We had never been there before and loved the atmosphere. It was busy and filled with high energy. The staff was friendly and efficient and kept up with the fast pace and the crowd. With that said, we also didn't feel rushed to finish and get out. Janelle and Ona were great. The beer selection is huge and well organized on the menu. The food was also delish. There is something for everyone. If you are not a beer drinker they also offer mixed drinks. The pineapple passion is excellent. Overall we truly enjoyed our experience and look forward to going back.
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Michael D.
I decided to try this place out recently after my roommate went to one of their locations out of state and really liked it. We went on Friday around 6:30pm and were expecting to have to wait a long time...the hostess quoted us 35 min. and the wait was right on (we were expecting a longer wait due to it being a new place and a Fri. night). We opted to wait outside where it was a little quieter and also considering that even if we attempted to "grab a drink at the bar" like the hostess suggested I don't think we could have made it close enough. Once we were seated our waitress Sandra was very attentive, helpful, and outgoing, giving us good suggestions on both beer and food. The grilled artichoke appetizer was amazing! Beer prices were reasonable for the Boston area (we had the "six pack" beer sampler (think wine flight)), although mixed drinks were kind of pricey. Yes the place was crowded, and yes it was a bit loud, but it seems to be part of the atmosphere...we had no problem watching both the Bruins and Celtics on the large LCD tv's that are scattered throughout. If you are looking for a casual place with a large selection of beer, decent beer prices, friendly staff, and don't mind waiting a bit, I suggest checking it out.
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Shelby S.
I was really excited about going to the yard house for my boyfriends birthday with his friends. There's about 18 of us on a Saturday night. I called just to give them a heads up. The woman who answered the phone was nice enough but when the manager got on the phone he was just straight out rude. There have been plenty of times we have gone and our food has been really cold and needed to be sent back and also recieving the wrong beer. Service is hit or miss but we will not be returning to this location ever again due to the horrible customer service we received. We will be spending our night at kings, bowlings! And they were MORE than happy to have us and very accommodating. Maybe the managers at the yard house should walk down to kings and take a class in customer service.
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Joel O.
A regular hangout spot of mine. I love the food, and of course, the beer. Do yourself a favor and just get the sampler. Far too many choices! If you feel up to it, try the Belgium sampler.
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Elle Z.
Hooray for the only bar at Legacy Place you can get into without a 2 hour wait! I haven't really eaten here, but I had some drinks before going to the movies recently and the beer selection, is as they advertise: Enormous. I had a blend of white ale and strawberry lambic which was really good, really sweet; but really good. The waitstaff was pleasant and knowledgeable, and didn't rush us out of our table, even though we were only going to have a couple drinks (the bar was full) and as I said before, there was very little wait to be seated, because nothing irks me more than being told to "come back in 2 hours" from the hostess at the C Bar, if I feel like waiting for a table on a Friday night, I'll go out in Boston. Its a bit pricey for bar food, until you see the portions, which are the same as the beer list: Enormous. All in all, I'll probably be back for dinner
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Krutin D.
TONS OF BEER! Can't go wrong with the selection. TV's galore - perfect spot to watch some New England sports. Food is good too; something for the traditional and adventurous types alike.
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Shannon R.
As a pescatarian (no meat/poultry, yes seafood) The Yard House is is THE place to be. They have an amazing Gardein selection that tastes delicious - BBQ "chik" salad is incredible. The spicy tuna "roll" (an appetizer) is also fabulous (and quite unique - you eat it with a FORK!). The martini's are sensational, as well as the mini beer samplers. My only peeve is that it's super busy almost ALL the time and the wait is quite aggravating. Nonetheless, it's worth it.
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B C.
A real mixed bag here. The atmosphere is awesome and you wont find a better beer selection anywhere. I was excited to try something completely new and the beer menu is very descriptive. I also found the service to be fantastic, they really seemed to care. This got us excited for a nice family night at a new place, but things fell apart when it came to the food. The clam chowder and the french onion soup were barely warm. (Looking at the other reviews here, it seems heating food is a recurring problem) Waiter took them back promptly and returned them within minutes. The chowder was nice and hot, but they forgot to heat the french onion soup. It came back just as cold as it arrived the first time. Third time around the french onion soup was perfect, and it was delicious. I ordered a turkey burger with the matchstick fries and it was excellent. Our little one ordered the chicken fingers and she loved them. My wife and son ordered dinner salads, but there must have been something wrong with the vinaigrette. It tasted sour. They asked for another dressing to mask the flavor, but it was already on the salad. Both of them barely touched their plates. The servers were very helpful and the meal wasn't expensive, but nobody enjoyed it and considering two of us left without eating, it wasn't a good value. I'm not going back unless its just for beers at the bar. I'll eat elsewhere.
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Tiffany T.
I've been here for lunch and happy hour. The pizzas and salads are excellent. Extensive drink menu. Wonderful appetizers esp. the egg rolls and the fried calamari! Great place for groups. Good ambiance. Great service. They are really accommodating esp. if someone in your party has a peanut allergy. The manager came over to talk to us about the allergy to understand the level of its intensity. We appreciated their diligence. I will be back.
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Mary F.
Food here is decent, a little pricey but large portion... so I guess it evens out. Service is friendly but a bit on the slow side. My friends and I mainly go here for drinks before hitting up the movies- right next door :). They make the best long island ice tea I've ever had!
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Roger L.
This place is BUSY BUSY BUSY ... I've been to this establishment a few times now and the most recent visit just went beyond my expectations. The waiter we got was very knowledgeable about the beverage selection and helped my guests choose something they were very pleased with. There was an incident when one of our pizza had something we requested not to be added, then they brought out a new one very quickly but had chicken and not the Gardien vegetarian version, but before we could take a bite, the manager came back to get it and apologized. We weren't upset at all because we were all having a great time and after two appetizers we could've actually done without the pizza. So to our surprise, the manager did not charge us the pizza and everyone was pleasantly surprised. The waiter came back numerous times to refill our cups and was very attentive by getting us extra napkins and other small things. If you haven't been, you'll definitely enjoy the food and atmosphere. Drinks are plentiful and can fulfill any pallet. Just call ahead and know what to expect the waiting times are.
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C. D.
Awesome beer selection, good music, better food. Try and snag a seat at the bar if you can. Lots of TVs (good for catching a game). Amazing burgers and fries. I always get the grilled cheese and tomato basil soup. Don't go here if you are waiting to catch a movie next door because you will miss the movie, happened to me twice, second time was kind of on purpose. Girlfriend wanted to see a movie, I knew once we had a few beers the movie was out the window!
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Thien S.
Went for a holiday lunch with co-workers in Dec and it was a little chaotic. However, the food was great. Went back again with family & kids and had a great experience. The food was delicious and the value can't be beat since it was during Happy Hour. The portions were spot on and we had left overs. The staff were very friendly and kept checking up on us, manager too. We will definately be back!
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Timothy G.
Beer selection is massive. Went there on a crowded evening, but the time we were told by the host was pretty accurate, if not a bit high. Can't ask for more than that on that aspect. Yard glasses were cool, but surprisingly difficult to drink from. All the food was delicious.
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Kristin G.
Solid 4 stars. -Amazing beer selection - great food (i had the turkey burger and it was delicious!) -huge space This place gets PACKED on the weekends. I went on a Thursday night and ended up only waiting about 10 minutes. The beer selection is daunting. The french fries were delicious! Def. stop in here after a day of shopping @ Legacy place! Well worth the trip!
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Heather P.
Five star rating just for the beer selection alone....can't leave without trying the mac and cheese! We used to go to the one in Golden, CO and the location outside of Chicago, IL. Never disappoints!
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Melissa S.
Absolutely love this place! I always meet there with my friends, and sit outside by the fireplace. The lettuce wraps for the appetizers are awesome! and a huge selection of draft beers! Great place to chill out with some good people!
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Mags R.
LOVE THIS PLACE! I attempted to go in 2 previous occasions and the wait was super long! (very popular!) So I left in both occasions, however I went back for lunch to celebrate my sister's B-day, and I must say it was amazing food! It was priced ok because the portions and the service were great! LOVE IT!
(5)
A O.
Food is pretty good. they have a nice veg selection. Our waiter was the best I have ever had - friendly, patient, professional, attentive, and we'll probably go back to eat there simply because of the great service. The food arrived quickly as well. It helps that Yardhouse composts, and a pretty "green" restaurant.
(4)
M L.
Beer selection is unbelievable. Been about 5 times times since they opened and have only had apps and beers. Place has been busy everytime I've been, but getting a beer is not an issue.
(4)
Lori C.
food was aweful. ordered the slliders- it was one burger (about the thinkness of a McDonald's burger) quarter and placed on 4 buns. Don't bother telling them how you want it cooked- it is too thin. Also ordered chicken wings- very deep fried and dry. Major dissappointment. The beer selections was good, but DO NOT go there for the food. I looked on the menu before ordering to see if they served testers because of their huge selection. They didn't have it listed on the menu so I assumed they didn't do that. After ordering, we saw several people with "six pack" testers. The bartender didn't even mention this. When I asked them about it they said they have them all of the time. I wish I had know that and it had been written on the menu!
I am not a fan. If all you want it a beer, knock yourself out. If you want more that a beer, better choices all around. The Met ! ! ! Of down the Street Joes American Bar & Grill
(1)
Winnie K.
Ok, we came back for dinner on a Friday night-April 1st and the place was hopping and the wait was long. I think we arrived at 5:45P. I immediately put my name in & was told 10 minutes, we would be seated.and received a "beeper". I noticed another woman coming in 10 minutes after us, as I was right by the hostess Station & was advised the same & she received a beeper too. Now I was still waiting an additional 15 minutes for this thing to buzz, so we can be seated. Then I noticed the woman that came in afterwards that she just got buzzed & was shown her table?? I went up to the hostess & had asked her why she was sat before us? & all she can say was "Well, your next!" & immediately looked down on her sheet. I asked her again- & she said again,. Oh, I just said you were next in line, just then she punch some buttons in & the buzzer went off & we were seated by another hostess, and of course, next to the other couple that was seated before us.(Just my luck!) I had complained to the that hostess how displeased I was & she was like Umm? would you like to speak to a manager? I said Yes, very much so, well the manager never came around until the end of the meal when I was had said something to our waitress Tanya, who was awesome by the way- & she brought one over right away. The manager was very understandable, I wanted to let her know, I was not looking for any discount or anything, but just to make sure that when the hostess station does do something like that, not to do it so blatant
(3)
tony a.
This is a good place, the food is delicious and the bartenders are friendly. I come here occasionally on weeknight. I love their appetizers and they are all half prize after 10 pm. who goes to bed before 2am anyways this place should be packed everynight.
(4)
J.T. R.
Great food, endless selection of beer and drinks, and excellent service. Can't say enough about how well this place is managed. Large crowds even at off peak hours speak to that. Be prepared for a lengthy wait Fridays and Saturdays, but it's worth it.
(5)
Rick P.
I don't drink, so this review is based on the food, the setting and the service. All were good. I like the eclectic taco appetizers that they have, next time I may make my meal out of those tacos alone.
(4)
Jay W.
Can't go wrong with a place that has good food, hot waitresses, and the biggest beer selection ever. Also, I like large, spacious places, and this environment definitely falls under that category.
(5)
Stephanie K.
This is the best bar with the best food and drinks to watch a game. I don't recommend taking children there after 5. The atmosphere is fun and there are TV's everywhere. The best buffalo chicken wings and burgers. You have to try their avocadao & Swiss burger, it is delicious. Really great bar food and their steak tip salad is yummy. The one thing I tried and did not like is their lobster crab artichoke dip.
(4)
Leo R.
The food is very good especially for a "pub". What impressed me more than the food was the service. I sat at the bar during a Patriot's game and ordered an appetizer. I waited a while for the food but didn't think it unusual considering it was during a game. After it came, the manager came up to me, apologized for the delay and removed the charge from my check.
(4)
Frank M.
Went back and told the waiter I had to have things quickly as we were running behind for a movie. Things came fast...both beers and the entree. I was very happy with their ability to accommodate my request and the waiter was fantastic. No more complaints!
(4)
Lilia C.
shrimp cerviche was yummy. kinda big spoonfuls. truffle fries are nice and crispy and a great small snack. rib rye was nothing special which was disappointing for the price. server recommended the monk fish which was surprisingly good. more meaty than a regular fish and it comes with three different sauces....good variety. Samantha our server was very nice and informative which was a plus!
(4)
Louise F.
Holy crap, beer selection. It is like the Tap Handle Angels start singing gospel every time I sit at this bar. Total beer fanatic right here, and Yard House always hits the spot. They have a really good selection of craft brews, enough for me to be able to try a new beer every time I go. They even have a great selection of local brews ON TAP. Dig it. I have never had bad service here, and the bartenders to their best to describe different beers to me before I try a new one. Sure, it is a bit pricey, but I would rather pay more for 1 or 2 good beers than pay less for 3 or 4 crappy beers. Just tried their food for the first time last night --sweet potato fries and edamame! Yum! Great spot. Edit: They do not take reservations, which is a drag. They have been pretty rude about it. 2ce.
(3)
John O.
This place has everything you're looking for on a Friday night. It's right by the movie theater, has a great beer selection, and the food is quality. The best thing on the menu are the Truffle Fries! These fries will change how you think about a potato! Even though the place is huge it still packs out. We had a 30 min wait the last time I was there. It was worth it though!
(4)
john s.
I have been twice and every time this place has been great!!!! The wait staff has been super nice everytime no matter how busy it is. The food is AMAZING!! I suggest getting there around 4 or 4:30, any later expect 60-90 min wait...but well worth it!
(5)
Kels M.
I've been here a few times and each time was just great! I've gone on the weekend, so the wait time is usually about 30 minutes, but it's well worth it. It's located right next to the Showcase Cinema De Lux, so perfect to grab a bite to eat before or after seeing a movie. My favorite mixed drink would be the "Cherry Limeaid" .. Delicious! Entree: Turkey Burger sliders. Dessert: Freshly baked hot brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and hot fudge & there is enough of it to share with a date or friends!
(5)
Ryan S.
Awesome beer selection and food that is, overall, pretty solid. The burgers are great and the clam chowder is surprisingly good. The beer selection simply cannot be beat.
(4)
Pamela O.
Amazing service (in Jan 2012) and delicious food! I was impressed.
(4)
Shelly D.
"There's an old saying in Tennessee -- I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee -- that says, fool me once, shame on -- shame on you. Fool me -- you can't get fooled again." -George Bush Is this place kidding? If you are going to charge fine dining prices, please offer fine dining service... $8-$10 beers? Nickle and dime you for the add on's? $25 plus dollar steak's $13 plus dollar burgers? The food was decent, but not great. Firecracker wings were good and the rest was not so good. The burger I had was medium and was burnt on the outside and bloody in the middle. The service was slow and the server seemed miserable and not happy to be waiting on us. Sorry if we have to keep asking for things, but don't make us feel like jerks for doing so...Your our server! We were herded into the place like cattle. If you cant fit that many people in the place-DONT! I know the place is new and everyone wants to check it out but how about you let everyone experience be a little better by not crunching everyone together like sardines. The decor and cleanliness was great. The draft system is astounding, but I was confused as to why they were out of so many beers from the menu...Maybe they sold out. Either way, I wouldn't order some of the weird ones anyways, because I am sure they have been sitting in the keg since they have opened and are nasty. I just stuck with my 12 dollar martini. The prices are ridiculous. Maybe we will go back, but after a while and when we have saved up a ton of money and hopefully there are not 500 people in the place. No interest to go back any time soon. That is the feedback I got from everyone who i talked to after going here. All set.
(1)
Amy E.
We visited here Sunday April 25 at 12:45 - it was not too crowded. I was impressed by the huge amount of beers on tap and my friend had been to the one in Costa Mesa. The prices were higher than I expected, $11-14 for burgers and fries, $23-$28 for the catch of the day. No prices for the beers listed on the menu, no mention of $2 up charge for anchovies with the caesar salad. My side salad was so bland and tasting of the fridge that I sent it back. Our server was trying hard, but there are too many people involved. The food runners still have no idea who ordered what. She even came out to make sure the food was not auctioned off (who got the ....ranch salad. Umm...it is just the two of us, any indication on the ticket as to who ordered what?) Guys - come on. Our meal came to $48 before tip. 90 minutes for a beer, side salad and burger each. Fine dining prices and pacing without the fine dining service or food. Not a fan, will not go back. Would have given it one star, but got plus two for our nice waitress, Ashley. It was very dark, very loud and a very long expensive lunch.
(3)
Julie B.
100 beers on tap, yet nothing overly special. The service was good enough but our waitress had a problem when a few friends came over from the bar to chit chat at our table. They do have some interesting looking appetizers that I would try. I think the highlight for me was the 80's music videos playing on the flatscreens.
(3)
Kristin F.
I love this place! The selection of beer is beyond amazing and the food is good too. I go back as often as I can!
(5)
John T.
A mixed bag of pros and cons, and sadly one of the cons is the food. I don't know if it's me, but it seems to have gone downhill and feels no different than a TGI Fridays, Applebees or any other chain that just has 'cooks' on a production line but no 'chefs'. The beer selection is great, the booths are huge and roomy, and there is pretty good variety on the menu. In short, I'd go there if that's where my group wanted to go, but it's not my first choice. If I'm at Legacy place, I'd go to the Met Bar first.
(2)
Mabel N.
Great food for a sport bar!! We had the light beer called longboard. We had the truffle fries it was delicious (excepts it is really greasy/oily). Korean pork belly taco was sooo yummy. Well marinated pork belly (Small taco for a $4.75). Thai lettace wrap was delicious. The chicken was chopped fine along with the bean curd it was yummy. Be preapred to get your hands dirty with this chicken lettuce wrapped :P Ribeye was tender and well flavored. The butter on top of the ribeye was delicious. Mashed potatoes was ok. Vodka tomatoes shrimp angle hair - creamy and buttery tomatoes sauce with a splash of vodka !! Delicious. Barbecue chicken pizza was alright. Not too impressive. Will def go back for their ribeye and Korean pork belly taco.
(4)
Evan E.
This place is really hit or miss. Sometimes the food is great, but next time you will be disappointed. Service is equally spotty and the beer selection, while enormous, is expensive and makes me wonder how often some of the obscure kegs actually rotate. Worth a trip if you're looking for a place to drink and grab a bite, but the upscale-casual menu, prices and presentation doesn't have the consistency to back it up.
(3)
David L.
3.5 stars This was a pleasant surprise....and a freaking zoo. We got there at 5:30pm and the wait was still 40 minutes so we went to the bar to grab one of their 984 beers. Well after only 15 minutes our buzzer went off and we were seated in what ended up being in a shitty spot that probably shouldnt have a table. We had a chicken egg roll app which was good, I ordered the turkey burger and Trix had the chicken rice bowl. My burger was fantastic Trix enjoyed her dish. My only complaints are 1. It's a mob scene in here after 6pm, 2. Our server seemed unhappy that we didnt order beers. Sorry, we had beers beforehand and 3. Our table was at the end of a row and after 6pm the bar was 3 deep and created a real clusterfuck for servers and I was getting mauled for a solid half hour. Next time, we'll be in for lunch.
(3)
Andrew S.
I have faith that if I go back it will be good. I made the mistake of taking the family when this place is more for a night out with friends. The place is way to crowded. We waited an hour and twenty-five minutes to be seated. We were told we had a 45 minute wait when we entered. They seated us at the end of the isle and there were people standing all around us as we were trying to have dinner....sucked. My dish came out very late (blackened sword fish street tacos), had two very, very small peices of sword fish but was tasty, beans were ok, rice was cold. Took for ever to get my second beer. My daughter had the ceasar (wilted salad and tough dry chicken) not good. My son had the Hawian pizza, not bad. The wife had the Ti salad, that was tasty but it was hot in flavor. They had to be over the limit of people allowed in the building. They gave us free deserts to make up for the late entree, which were very good. $10.25 for a freakin Martini...what are you out of your frigin mind. I am done with the bars sticking it up everyones asses. Make the drinks consitantly good and charge $7.50 - $8.00 then I will tip your ass. They did realize they screwed up and did try and patch things up. I hate giving a bad review.
(3)
Robert C.
Are you kidding me? This place is an over sized pub chain. Basic to low quality food. Loud! Place to have a beer, but for lunch or diner...I don't get the appeal. Big beer selection but they only sell 10 % of them enough To keep them fresh Way better options in legacy.
(2)
Roxanne D.
Great atmosphere, great service, and many beer choices. With that being said, I regret to have to also state that my dinner was lacking flavor. :( I ordered the Parmesan Crusted Chicken with garlic mashed potatoes. I was ready to stick with a 3 star rating, but our waitress was very polite and social with us. She came to our table and informed us that it was the end of her shift and introduced us to our new server. Just as nice as the last. Great experience overall!
(4)
Chris K.
Only thing preventing a one star review was that my Caesar salad was actually pretty good. But the service was atrocious! The first two beers I ordered weren't actually available, and they didn't tell me the second one wasn't until they brought my companion's beer. So I ordered a third, and it never arrived. Our food was dropped off by another person who put it down and left before we could ask about my beer or get some ketchup. I would have inquired with our waiter except our waiter Seth never made eye contact or checked on us again until we finally got up and asked for the check. We did complain about the missing beer and lack of attention and got an apology and an explanation that they had some confusion about who was covering which table. But no offer to speak to a manager or a discount and we had to run to an appointment. We've had poor service here before, but this was a whole new level of bad since I never even got my beer...
(2)
Gretchen S.
I have visited the Yard House twice now and not really a fan. First time was just for drinks and second time was for dinner and drinks. The YH is stated to have a "HUGE SELECTION OF BEER ON TAP', well being a beer snob as one would say I did not think anything of the selection here. You can go mostly anywhere and purchase the beers they have on tap maybe not to the extent but still I could find all of them without trouble. The food was just okay, the meals were pretty pricey and nothing special. The atmosphere is great to watch a game though since there are TV's everywhere. If you are looking for a good beer restaurant stick with Sunset Grille or Bukowski's. They also overstated the wait time both of the occasions which was a good surprise since most places hardly ever do that. Would have given it a 2.5 if possible. I would visit the place again if I am at Legacy Place but otherwise I will not go out of my way.
(2)
Tom K.
This place has all the trappings of a tourist trap. Located in an galleria of upscale chain stores with an anchor movie theatre, it looks like your typical mega sports bar. The place is a little loud with a long wait (but plenty of shopping options while you wait). Was very impressed with the extensive but unique menu ranging from standard pub fare to steaks, sushi and eclectic fusionesque options. Portions are solid and the quality of food is excellent. Try the chicken tinga taco! NY strip steak sandwich is another favorite. Large selection of draft beers. Overall one of the best sports bars (in terms of food) that I have been in. Good layout of TVs but audio is all music.
(5)
Whitney R.
I returned to the Yardhouse for the second time last night, and felt that an update is in order. Unfortunately, the food was not as wonderful as I had remembered. This time, I got a few aps with my flight of beer: Fried Chicken Strips California Roll Chilled Edamame The chicken strips were fine- not much can go wrong there- but I was pretty disappointed when I received the California roll and edamame. I must not have read the description thoroughly enough, because I was surprised to see that the California roll is not a roll at all, but rather, a cake-like concoction of California roll ingredients- minus the seaweed. All of the flavors were there, piled on top of each other, giving me the impression of an overcompensating effort to make the sushi non-traditional. It tasted good enough once everything was mixed together, but it lacked the practicality that is historically central to the design of sushi. I'm no chef, but I can think of other ways for the Yardhouse to own their sushi without interfering with its basic design. With regard to the edamame, I have a personal preference for the dish when it's cooled but still at room temperature. The Yardhouse serves it chilled, which seemed harder to eat (the pods snap when you pull out the bean with your teeth). Not a big deal, but it was a variation that was noticeable compared to what I've enjoyed at Japanese restaurants. Bottom line, I still feel that the service is excellent, the beer selection is amazing, and the portions are generous, however be wary of the "non-traditional" sushi at Yardhouse, and read the descriptions carefully!
(3)
Christina T.
I came here on Yard House's opening day and was pleasantly surprised. The modern, upscale dining atmosphere was very nice and comfortable. The beer menu is listed from least complex to most complex and gives you a wide range of beers to choose from. I had the Eclipse (blend of Guinness and Blue Moon) and the Dead Guy's Ale (?) - the most complex beer on the menu with a unique/hybrid blend. Both very satisfying and thick beers. My friend and I split the Seared Ahi Tuna sandwich which was cooked very well. They could have put it on thicker bread though because all the juices and oils made the bread soggy. For about $13, the price seemed right and worth it. Sandwiches come with french fries and a pickle. I wouldn't come here all the time but once in a while, it's nice to treat yourself to specialty beers and comfort food. I came here with about 10 or so people for my friends birthday and our waitress was very attentive and friendly.
(3)
Bob L.
We kept saying that waiting 30+ minutes on a Tuesday night was ridiculous but I have to say it was worth the wait. The menu was reminiscent of a Cheesecake Factory albeit much smaller. The true winner of the evening was the Burger with Bearnaise - I've had many, many, many burgers from top restaurants and this one has to be the best. My guess is that they did the ole "tabs of butter in the middle" trick which turned the entire patty into smelted goodness. Yard House claims a giant beer menu but I would say that places like the Sunset Grill in Allston beat that list hands down. Still, a great selection of even some tasty ciders. The one weird thing to note was that it seemed like it was part meet-market, part sports bar and part Chucky Cheese since we noticed very large groups (maybe teams) of tiny tots sitting not-so-quietly next to cougars in mid pounce. Last note on this place is that the noise level is way, way up there so hopefully this will give you an excuse to snuggle.
(4)
Erin M.
Wow, this place is fantastic! I love trying different kinds of beer, so when I heard about how many kinds they have here, I made it a point to check it out. I wasn't really expecting much out of the food, since usually when a place chooses to focus so heavily on a large beer selection, they don't put as much focus on the food. Man was I wrong! This is not your typical fried pub food joint! The seared ahi tuna app was amazing, the spinach and artichoke dip had lobster in it, and everyone at the table raved about their meals! And ohhhh the beer! I've been here twice, and the second time was just as good as the first. The shrimp enchilada that came with my jerk chicken with shrimp stack was possibly one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten. The only negative thing that I can say is that you can expect to wait an hour for a table (even on a weeknight), and they don't take reservations on weekends. Maybe because they're still pretty new? Fortunately, Yard House is in a pretty nice shopping plaza, so there's lots to do to kill some time while you wait.
(4)
Paul L.
Great beer selection
(4)
Ash T.
PROS: 160 beers on draft and humongous portion sizes. Try the beer sampler or if you're daring try the half yard. The taps are nicely arranged all around the bar. Nachos are great. CONS: Very popular and must come here early...or on the weekends expect to wait an hour. It gets very crowded and sometimes the wait staff will take a while to get your food.
(4)
Meryl K.
I loved this place and can tell that we'll be frequent customers. Tonight we had excellent burgers - the turkey burger and the pepper jack burger. They were both really fabulously delicious, moist, and cooked perfectly. I also love that you can get a cup of soup or salad instead of fries. The tomato bisque is very tasty and it went really well with the flavors of the turkey burger. The turkey burger also had gorgeous slices of really nice, ripe Roma tomato on it - not some crappy limp white tomato slice. The pepper jack burger had an entire huge roasted chile pepper on it! YUM! The burger buns are also really good, tasty, fresh and not too bready. Boyfriend's Caeser side salad was nicely made. We also had above average, attentive service. Our waiter paid a lot of attention to us, refilling our water many times and asking us if we needed anything. I LOVE having my water filled a lot, so immediately I was very happy. The beer - fantastic. The waiter was full of helpful recommendations about the selection. Tonight we had a Rogue Dead Guy, an apricot wheat and a Hoegaarden (yeah, nothing too exciting, but they were all good). I was brought an incorrect beer once and it was taken away and corrected within thirty seconds. Like I said, the service was great! We loved it, and we're actually planning to go back on Friday! I'm excited to have such a great selection of drafts close by and some tasty, fairly cheap food to go with them. We'll be regulars here.
(5)
Adam D.
Five stars for the beer list, three for the food. An extra half point for the variety of vegetarian offerings. The coconut shrimp are excellent as is the pastrami sandwich. The vegetarian mushroom lettuce wraps are good, but a bit too salty and way to oily. The vegetarian chicken rice bowl is very good, but again, a a bit too oily. Children's menu is very good. Mac and Cheese is real (I think) and they have crayons, wipes, and healthy deserts for the kids as well.
(4)
Michael K.
the Yard House is a nicely built out bar / restaurant. They have over 100 quality beers on tap. And because there are so many, you can get 4oz samplers of the beers. My favorite thing to do! There are tons of TVs throughout the bar. We happened to go during a Pats game on a Sunday afternoon. And you couldn't miss a play, especially when the crowd was cheering every completion. We had the Chicken Nachos which were huge, but there wasn't much chicken in it at all. The pico de gallo and 2 sauces they brought out with the nachos didn't seem to have much flavor or kick to it either. Ended up using lots of tabasco sauce. I got the Pastrami Sandwich which was huge and it came with shoestring crispy fries (just how I like them). The bread for the sandwich was toasted, but also dousted in butter, and it was extremely soggy. The pastrami was good and it was topped with jalapenos with some brown mustard on the side. I ended up eating the pastrami with a fork because the bread wasn't holding together due to the overdoes of butter. oh yeah, I had a kona fire ale which I highly recommend if you like strong ales but not IPAs. The menu was pretty decent size, so I would definitely try it again and explore other items. If not for the food, just for the beers!
(3)
Lindsay C.
Good Tunes and Good Munchin inside this Chain Restaurant. This place does chain right. Their food is fresh and creative and well, not cheap. I was in Dedham at Legacy Place and had a choice of hitting up Met Bar, Aquitaine and couple other places. But once I saw the neat exterior and interesting name of this place and then rocking tunes pouring out (oh, and the mentioning of one of the largest providers of beers on draft) the Yard House had me! A Truffle Fries, BBQ Chicken with Smoked Gouda, Onion and Cilantro Pizza and Shipyard Pumpkin Ale later... I walked out a happy lady! Sister in law had the Crab Cake Hoagie; Husband had the Roast Beef Dip Sandwhich... both loved their meals equally. I will be back... and the menu also stated they are opening a location in BOSTON
(4)
Fran L.
The only good thing about yard house are their beers and appetizers. The entrees here were a bit on the disappointing side. I ordered the Mediterranean seared scallops and I felt like I was just eating sand instead of scallops. A lot of sand. The side of rice that came with it was okay. A bit too sour, but it was okay. My friends said their burgers were just okay, definitely had better else where. If I ever come back, I'll only come back for their appetizers and beers.
(3)
Diane B.
Although a long wait is to be expected on a Saturday night when we were finally seated it was outside . It was a chilly night and only two heaters were working - no one should have been seated outside . It took an unusually long time for our food to be served and although the manager came over and reassured us that it would be out soon one member of our party did not get his food until well after the rest of the party. Food was warm and the truffle fries that everyone raves about were cold . The beer was good but honestly can find good beer in many places . Doubtful that we will make the trip back .
(2)
Parker H.
I really wanted to like the Yard House. Actually PRAYED I would like it. Why? Not too many casual dining options in the area barring the usual chain suspects and the insufferable Joe's. Also, I like beer, I like Rock, I like good food. What's not to like then right? A few thoughts: Prices. Are you kidding me? I can get out of Capital Grille cheaper. $3 for sodas is the tops of any chain in New England. Service was ok. Except I abhor the fact that my server constantly called my dining party "Gang" and called us Pumpkin, Sweetie Pie, Love, and everything else. Burgers Medium and Above Only. Shit, if I am going to spend $12 on a burger, I'd like it medium-rare, juicy and delicious. The requested medium came out medium well. The bun was soggy and the flavor was non-descript. Overall, the food was mediocre. Not terrible, just mediocre. But when the prices are as high as they are, you expect much more. The Music. Good lord, all the music was from the mid 80's. Not that I mind that, but would sprinkling in current music and music from the last decade kill them? Slow. Yeah, it is still relatively new but waiting 50 minutes for entrees at 4:30 before the real business begins is a bit much. They really need to focus on some value here, ramp up the food quality and service. I will likely go back at some point, but not in any rush.
(2)
Summer X.
The large wine glass is superior, I like the way they create those fun beer mix. We tried tons of appetizers: the Chinese garlic noodle if full of butter, no way to not taste good. The devil egg is fun, so pity only 3 piece in an order. The korean BBQ rice, the portion is big. The only complain is the chips are too salty.
(4)
Shar B.
Melanie the waitress sucked. She kept rushing us to order and was more attentive to her other customers. Being our first time there it was not a good experience at all! The food was good, too bad the service wasn't the same.
(1)
marissa k.
Good food, diverse menu, a lot of selection of both beer and wine. Good service. Prices could be like 10-15% lower, but it is legacy place. The place was packed on a monday night so that is very telling...I will be back!
(4)
Samantha D.
Great beer, and awesome food
(5)
Jon M.
The service at this restaurant is atrocious. After being sat down it took 20 minutes for someone to come over. We ordered drinks, took 30 minutes. I noticed the place was maybe at 30% capacity. When I asked are waitress in a polite way why the wait was so long. She told me "We're really busy today baby". Baby? what way is that to address a customer, let alone the fact that im sitting across from my girlfriend. I used to be a regular here and come quite often, after waiting 50 minutes to get a beer at a non busy time, I will think long and hard before coming back.
(1)
C B.
I know this place is a chain, but they knocked it out of the park in terms of execution, beer selection (this will be the first place we go once little Bean is born), seasoned food, portion size, and service! We opted for a bunch of apps the other night and they were all so good! The place is a little loud and they have TVs all over, yet only about 2 different programs on at a time. Let's put some sports on and watch the game!
(4)
Daisy C.
THE WORST RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE EVER!! And yes, I had to capitalize that. Here's my story: We were seated promptly...waited 10 minutes to get our drink orders...waited 20 minutes to get our drinks...waited 15 minutes to get our dinner orders....waited 35 minutes to get our burgers. When they finally arrived, they were tossed at our table by the 5th waiter we'd seen. The burgers were good (I was expecting better) but they were warm, meaning that they were sitting at the window for a while. We were done. Waited 10 minutes to get our check...waited 10 minutes to get the 6th waiter to process our check with another 10 minutes to return the card back. Here's the funny part, at another restaurant with better service and burgers, this would have costed less than $30, oh, but not here folks. The price tag for this mediocre establishment...$45. Remember the service, the portions were on the smaller scale, and the waiting...not worth the f***ing money. The place wasn't even busy and there were huge amounts of waiters ignoring you!! Never coming here again and I hope you take my advice when I say "Run like hell" and far away from this sh** hole. Oh, 1 star for the interior designing.
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Melissa S.
We went here after the movies on a saturday night about a month ago and it was a good time. When we got there we were told the wait was about 45 minutes and they gave us a buzzer it buzzed about 15-20 minutes later so we were please with that. This place has the biggest booths I have ever seen. It's kinda loud in there and very dark. There is a great selection on the menu and the people next to us got the onion ring tower and I must admit I was a little jealous that we didnt order one as it looked delicious. Let me tell ya though they have a kick ass selection of mixed drinks and beers we had a very hard time deciding what to get! The mixed drinks come in soda 16 oz glasses which is big points with me! The service was great very on the ball for such a busy place.They serve beer in those yard stick long glasses too. This place is great and I highly recommend and I look forward to going back..for those onion rings :P
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C. D.
Awesome beer selection, good music, better food. Try and snag a seat at the bar if you can. Lots of TVs (good for catching a game). Amazing burgers and fries. I always get the grilled cheese and tomato basil soup. Don't go here if you are waiting to catch a movie next door because you will miss the movie, happened to me twice, second time was kind of on purpose. Girlfriend wanted to see a movie, I knew once we had a few beers the movie was out the window!
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Thien S.
Went for a holiday lunch with co-workers in Dec and it was a little chaotic. However, the food was great. Went back again with family & kids and had a great experience. The food was delicious and the value can't be beat since it was during Happy Hour. The portions were spot on and we had left overs. The staff were very friendly and kept checking up on us, manager too. We will definately be back!
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Timothy G.
Beer selection is massive. Went there on a crowded evening, but the time we were told by the host was pretty accurate, if not a bit high. Can't ask for more than that on that aspect. Yard glasses were cool, but surprisingly difficult to drink from. All the food was delicious.
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Hieu T.
The Yard House..... I heard great things about this place, mostly for the beer selection so my friend, me, and her family decide to hit up this spot on a Saturday night. Very, very impressive with the beer selections! They even have two type of blueberry beer which is my all time favorite. I love it! And they have this big beer glass that I will so need to try next time when I am there. The food were amazing! The chicken wings appetizers are definitely to die for! Nachos are definitely a plus to order as well. All of our entrees came out on time and it is absolutely delicious. I orders an asian-fusion chicken plate, which was so good. I have never taste tofu this good and light. It does not feel like a heavy pasta dish. One of my friend's brother in law order ribs - AND OH MY GOD! it was so GOOD! I definitely is going to order that next time and share! Hahahahah...I can never finish a rack by myself. So, the reason why I give them a 3 stars because of their hostess' services. We waited for almost 1.5 hours to get a table. We noticed that there were other parties that came late, but they got tables before us. We were getting really upset, and talk to the hostess couple of times and she keep telling us that this is a busy time for them and we have a big party (about 8 including 2 kids). When we finally got our table, we noticed that there would be 2 or 3 people for tables that can actually fit 9 or 10 people in it...................so it seems the floor manager do not know how to place their customers. No wonder the wait time was so long. UPDATE: I went back here during Happy Hour and was pretty happy with everything. I will definitely come back for only Happy Hour on a Monday or Tuesday's nights.
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Uni V.
Huge Selection of Draft Beer! Food was ok.
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Nick M.
I've been here a few times and I'm not overly impressed with the place. The beer selection is great, but there's almost too many options. The food is not so great. I've had two different sandwiches from this place and neither one was very good. My wife also got a salad which did not look good either The appetizers looked OK; if we end up going back, I may stick to drinks and possibly an appetizer. The wait time can be pretty long if you go on a Friday/Saturday night. Look to park in the garage as the lot is a nightmare to navigate (YardHouse is right next to garage in back)
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Suzanne M.
An amazing selection of beers on tap, however the menu is quite large and diverse and gets me wondering how they can prepare food ranging from Asian themed to Mexican. Decided on the fish tacos when they arrived looks like fish sticks in a tortilla, the sauce they put on the tacos was delicious but overall sub par. if I go back I'd try something different. Atmosphere is great for an after work drink and an app.
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Danielle E.
Soo--- This place would have gotten 4 stars because I would not have had any expectations. My hubby and 2 good friends of ours decided to head here on a Saturday evening around 6 (BIG mistake!) We waited 2 and a half hours to be seated. So with this wait my mouth salivated with the knowledge that I would be able to taste these amazing eats as any place that has a wait that long must be spectacular. Not so much, the food was good, definitely not worth a wait over 30 minutes...
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James W.
in all honesty, i'm probably not telling you anything the other 175 reviewers haven't, but here's my $0.02 anyway. take it while it's hot. the beer list is the most extensive i've seen anywhere near boston, and everything is on tap. the beer menu is well organized, breaking the beers out by variety and flavor profile, so that's helpful in ordering and if you want to try something new. i'm a big fan of the rose gaarden on a hot summer day - lindemann's framboise & hoegaarden. the food, however, is nothing special. the crab cake hoagie ($14) was dry. like, 3 glasses of water dry. even the bacon and spiced aioli didn't add enough moisture. at first, i wondered why the yard house's mac-n-cheese ($17) was listed as a mathematical formula - (mac + cheese) squared? really? - but then i ordered it. it's ... complicated. chicken, bacon, mushrooms, a bunch of cheeses and truffle oil. it's pretty good, but the combination of bacon and oil made it very greasy and heavy. the burgers ($11 - $15) are probably the best, if unadventurous, bet. mine, rare, was flavorful & juicy. maybe a little too juicy. next time i order one rare, i'm going to ask them to toast the bun a little as mine was falling apart mid-way through. service has been fine on every visit and the staff clearly gets some education on the beer menu. it can get a little loud inside, but this place is absolutely huge. the outdoor seating is a nice option, but it's right on the drive for the parking lot, so you're at the mercy of the cars going by. if the occassional whiff of exhaust fumes is going to ruin your day, sit inside.
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Chas K.
It's good that Sarah N. of Yardhouse is addressing some reviews, but it would be even better if management remedied some of the consistent complaints like no beer prices on the menu and charging for things like 1/2 oz. beer samples and anchovies on a Caesar salad without telling customers first.
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victoria l.
I gave this 4 stars because the service was great, the atmosphere was nice and they had a very large drink selection. The food was Okay. The onion rings could have been tastier with better dipping sauces. My husband really liked his Spicey Tuna roll, and it was huge not what he expected, it could definitely feed a few people (appetizer). I got the baby leaf spinach salad which was really tastey they have a great balsamic dressing! Hubby got the Spicey salad which was very spicey but, he loves that stuff so he enjoyed it. Last I got the creme brulee, it was very different it had bananas on top and chocolate on the bottom, though I prefer my creme brulee to have nothing on it, it was very good. I loved the chocolate on the bottom and didnt care for the bananas. If you read my other posts you'll see I am obsessed with creme brulee =) All in all it is a cool place and I will be going back!
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Erin S.
I took my husband to the Yardhouse for his birthday recently and we loved it. We had never been there before and loved the atmosphere. It was busy and filled with high energy. The staff was friendly and efficient and kept up with the fast pace and the crowd. With that said, we also didn't feel rushed to finish and get out. Janelle and Ona were great. The beer selection is huge and well organized on the menu. The food was also delish. There is something for everyone. If you are not a beer drinker they also offer mixed drinks. The pineapple passion is excellent. Overall we truly enjoyed our experience and look forward to going back.
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Jen G.
"Can someone please turn down the gaggling fourty year old woman's birthday party and the loud music!? I can't hear the person next to me...sheesh." It is really really loud here, so I wouldn't even think about it if you're planning on holding a conversation with your company. Noise level aside, this is a pretty cool place. Low lighting, nice modern decor. There is a really big bar in the middle of the room with tv's if you're interested in whatever game is on. I am a fan of the HUGE oval booths that seat ~9 people easily. Booth seating is the best. The food is tasty though a bit on the expensive side. Great menu variety but they really feature their beverages. If you are a beer person, this place is for you. The have everything you can think of and a lot that I haven't heard of but would gladly sample....oh yeah thats the other thing. You get charged for beer samples, so be aware of this if you're feeling adventurous.
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Beth R.
I've twice been to the Yard House and now, a total fan. The food and drink selection is exciting and everything tastes delicious. I love the music and the bar is a nice size too. Only gripe is the pricing...I think they could afford to bring it down a notch.
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Mike L.
I recommend this place to all of my friends. I love the food, the atmosphere and the beer selection. Not your typical pub food and a nice variety of choices for vegetarians and meatatarians. The service is awesome. Always attentive and friendly. The beer list is very impressive. Everyone can find their favorite on draught. The one downside I could find is that it usually gets very busy for dinner and the wait times can be lengthy. Very excited for the one to open up in Boston!
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Amanda C.
Lets put it out there, I'm 24 and I still live with my parents. They are cool, hip musicians and we love hanging together. This said, the Yard House is one of our favorite places yet! The first time we visited this chain we were in Vegas and it wasn't busy at all! The beer selection was amazing and the staff was great! This Yard House is no exception. We try to go on Sundays during football season so we can watch the games. Now I will say last weekend they barely had ANY football on. All of the TV's had college basketball. I dunno where they think we are, but it's New England and it's Sunday.... HOWEVER- the beer selection is superb, the food is fantastic, and the staff is great. I'd go back again, and again!
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Jenna B.
Love this place! I work in Dedham so this is a great after work spot to grab a drink and talk! It can get very loud but if you don't mind the noise, it's a great time. The wait staff I've had has been nothing but nice and knowledgable of the drink menus. They have tons of beer on tap and a full bar. I recommend the fries. They're tiny but sooo delicious!
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Amy R.
I actually had a great experience here, despite disparaging yelps that made me fear the contrary... I was out on business and couldn't travel far outside the realm of the mall area, but some of the workers suggested the yard house. Our server, Josh, was very polite and helpful even as I put him through the ringer with questions and being slightly difficult. I wish I could have tried some of those beers... there are so many beers... Instead I had a roy rogers, a poke bowl, and a pepper crusted burger. All of which were delicious and cooked JUST RIGHT. Josh was spot on with his suggestions and even split the bill four ways to make it easier for everyone to claim on their expense form. Thank you, Josh! The only thing I will say is that, although they did box up my leftovers complete with description of contents and date (just in case), my burger was all mushed in with my fries! Get a bigger box! or two boxes! But, that won't stop me from coming back
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Jim S.
I was really excited to try this place, but as a beer geek, I must admit I came away somewhat disappointed. I don't know where some of the other Yelp reviewers got 160-180 beers on draft from. They had 115 when I was there on 5/1. Add the bottles and it may get close to 180 total beers, but this is a distinction that is important to make. They claim to have the most beers on draft in the country, but they must be adding the total taps in each chain, not individual locations. My biggest beef is that for so many taps, the selection is incredibly boring. The few craft brews they did have were very "normal" in that you can find them on the shelves in most decent liquor stores. Beer guys won't find anything new or unusual like you might at any other "beer bar" in Boston. Far too many selections from the big brewers, but since it is a chain that probably relies on the large distributors more, I guess it makes sense. But seriously, only 4 out of 115 taps are higher than 9% alcohol content? Not that most people would know it as ABV content of each beer isn't even listed on the menu. Plus, no cask offerings, no beer prices printed on the menu, & only 3 rotating, seasonal taps? Very lame. It also bears mentioning I observed that the waitstaff seemed to have no clue about the beers, having to go to the bartenders to get recommendations or explanations of beer styles. Again, not what one would expect from a joint that is supposed to be putting beer first & foremost. The food was decent & reasonably priced, but nothing special. Huge portions, though, & the fries are some of the best I have had in a long time. I did enjoy the classic rock soundtrack that is playing over the speakers. Much better than the garbage played at most chain restaurants. Overall, definitely not worth the drive from Boston. If you live out near Dedham, I guess it is about your only choice for tons of taps, but if it were me, I'd rather drive into the city to get my craft beer fix.
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Jay B.
This place is solid. We had several sandwiches for lunch and they all had lots of flavor - instead of being big chain blando. Mine was the roast beef and au jus - and salty beefiness was everywhere. The Yardhouse also has a substantial beer menu. So for a longer and more interesting work lunch - solid.
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Robert D.
They only have yellow mustard. No brown, horseradish or grey poupon. So what does that tell you? In my opinion: kid-friendly, but lacking in the details, where it counts. I should mention that I have been here only at lunch, and most of those times with kids, so I can't vouch for the evening scene or the beer menu. I can tell you that when a popular movie lets out, or it's dinner time on a Thurs-Fri-Sat, you can't get near this place, and if you don't like crowds, loud music and being scrunched, you wouldn't want to. For the most part, the food was good, and the service friendly, if not exactly perfect. There were a few awkward second-asks and craning necks for wait staff, but nothing out of the ordinary for a relatively new restaurant in a successful "lifestyle" mall. Incidentally, Yardhouse is one of the best choices at Legacy Place for a sit-down restaurant. The Aquitane Bistro and Met Bars are the worst of their chains. P.F. Changs is the same everywhere, as far as I can tell. Like all chains, their menu is chock full of selections, but I'm afraid that they didn't take the time to properly categorize things, which sounds like a hi-falootin' piece of criticism, but I think is accurate. What is the difference really, between "snacks" and "appetizers?" or "Appetizer Salads" and "Entree Salads (hint: it's not the size)?." Further, I'm not sure burgers don't belong in Sandwiches, but that's an argument for another day. "House Favorites" contain lots of different things that you might have been looking for elsewhere. The kids menu offers all the predictable favorites, though my kids didn't particularly enjoy the burgers or the chicken tenders. Looking around, it was clear that most kids did. The size of the portions is large, and in most cases, larger than you needed or wanted, so make sure not to order hungry and then have to take lots of stuff home. Back to the details: the Sweet Korean BBQ appetizer is a nearly perfect dish, that comes rice and some green vegetables, but every time I've ordered it (which was every time I've gone to Yardhouse) it was rife with fat. Now at a Korean BBQ shack that might be OK, but at a high-end, chain-style restaurant they could do better, and should. They've got the black walls, huge flat screen monitors, beer list and loud music all set. Now they just have to get to the details. And the mustard.
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Jillian T.
This place is always full of people! The appetizers are good but I am not impressed with the entrees I have had. Great place to have a drink as they have so many beers to choose from.
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Faith L.
Depending on the dish, food can be really tasty. I suggest the grilled cheese and tomato bisque as well as their pork belly street tacos and Thai chicken & noodle salad. Beer selection is really good. Service can be underwhelming and distant. Gets crazy busy on weekend night.
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Emily F.
I liked it. A Saturday night, and I was very pleased with the beer selection.I told the bartenders what I like, and they had all sorts of suggestions for new brews to try. We had to wait a bit to sit, but our waiter was very nice to us. Food: I tried my boyfriend's Sliders and they were awesome! Yummy fries! I ordered the Spicy Tuna, and that was sort of bizarre; I ate it, but wished i just got a burger or something. The Crab Cakes did not get high marks, but I did not try them. So too many people, slow to get waited on, but beer and food were not bad.
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Raymond G.
We went on a Saturday night and the place was packed. After about an hour wait we were seated close to the bar. The place had a basic pub scene with a large center bar that takes up most of the restaurant. This restaurant definately thrives on its beer list. I ordered an "Ecllipse" which was 1/2 guinness and 1/2 blue moon, which are two of my favorite beers. It was a cool drink and much like the name implies, the Guinness gradually sunk to the bottom overtaking the lighter blue moon over the course of about 20 minutes. The beer list aside the restaurant is pretty mediocre. Standard pub fare at 2x the pub cost. $11 for a burger would be forgivable if it wasn't drowning in BBQ sauce. My wife had the Chicken ceaser salad which had a funny twang in the egg-free dressing. Overall, it was a cool place to check out once, but I would definitely think twice before going again. Although it is a cool place to go for a drink after a movie at the adjacent theater.
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Beth G.
After not spending much time to speak of in the Dedham area, we found ourselves there twice during the month of May. Both times we ended up at The Yardhouse. The first time for drinks and appetizers, the second for drinks and a sandwich. I found the apps pretty decent, the lettuce wraps and nachos were pretty tasty. The California Roll was just weird. No part of that was appealing. The sliders were just ok. The second time, our waitress looked a little....coked up? She was like a hummingbird, calling us "love" and "sweetie" and telling us really odd stories about her jobs out west. It was beyond bizarre. However, the crab cake hoagie was delicious. I agree with other reviewers that something was off about the fries. I don't know. It wasn't awful. I'd go back for drinks because it's in a convenient spot. Not a glowing review, huh? It's the best I can do.
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Mark C.
Worst experience ever. Ever. Loud, poor service, packed with people (but certainly that won't last long as it just opened), cheap tasteless food (and drinks) at ridiculously high prices. If you go there to eat you can't help but walk away feeling like you got hosed. It's as if they're so excited by the beer options that they forgot to pay attention to the kitchen and the service and the ambiance and the seating and....you get the idea. In this economy, Bostonians (I hope) are smart enough to take their business elsewhere - even within Legacy Place every other option is better than this one. This place will close in 2 years or less unless they make major changes in both food quality and the management.
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Deeba A.
Food is good, a bit pricy, and noisy. Overall the experience is ok. I highly recommend making a reservation. It is nearly impossible to get in right when you want. The place is busy.
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Shannon R.
As a pescatarian (no meat/poultry, yes seafood) The Yard House is is THE place to be. They have an amazing Gardein selection that tastes delicious - BBQ "chik" salad is incredible. The spicy tuna "roll" (an appetizer) is also fabulous (and quite unique - you eat it with a FORK!). The martini's are sensational, as well as the mini beer samplers. My only peeve is that it's super busy almost ALL the time and the wait is quite aggravating. Nonetheless, it's worth it.
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Christine K.
I am definitely a fan of the Yard House. I'm not going to lie...I have a soft spot for ridiculously posh atmospheres. Which is fairly unlike my personality :-) THE BEER: I love that they have 160 beers on tap. Yes, some of them are pricey. If you come here and get a Miller Light, it's not so pricey! I decided to indulge in the Youngberry Chocolate which is Lindeman's Framboise Lambic and Young's Chocolate Stout. IT WAS OUTRAGEOUSLY delicious. Another neat thing you can do is get there Sampler of the Day for only $8.95 for 6-5oz. Pours. That's pretty good! Also, you can get samples of the beers for $1. They give you a 3 oz. pour. THE FOOD: I happen to think the food is VERY tasty. The first time I went we got the Bearnaise burgers and the BBQ pizza. I had NO complaints at ALL. They were delicious! The second time I got the Ahi Tuna Sandwich. I really enjoyed it, but I wish I got it on a different bread! The best part is Happy Hour: Monday - Friday * 3PM - 6PM and Sunday - Thursday * 10PM - 12A. HALF PRICED APPETIZERS AND PIZZAS! My boyfriend and I made a meal out of that! Delicious AND easy on our pocket. THE PRICE: I know it's pricey, but with happy hour and sample specials, I think I can deal with it. :-)
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Casper T.
Great selection of beer, service is friendly. We usually get the appetizers - thai chicken noodle salad, the coconut shrimp appetizer are much recommended
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Kaitlyn B.
Visited the Yard House last night with my boyfriend and a few friends. I had heard rave reviews from some other people and had been meaning to check it out. We called at 7:30 to put our names in for a patio table and at that time I was quoted 45 mins. We picked up our buzzer around 7:45 and waited outside for the rest of our party to arrive. We were buzzed around 8:30, so a little longer than anticipated but considering that we made a specific request to sit outside, I didn't think it was too bad. While the restaurant itself was busy for a Wednesday night, the patio didn't seem hectic or crammed at all. They have a lovely little fireplace you can sit near and they also have heat lamps overhead in case it gets a little chilly. I was pleasantly surprised with the menu selection for both food and beer. This place has something for everyone - salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, fish, pasta - you name it, it's probably listed. They claim to have the largest selection of draft beers in America (I'd estimate about 150-160). I think that Sunset Grill and Tap in Boston is the closest runner-up with 112. However, the Yard House beer menu is much easier to read than the pamphlet you get when ordering at Sunset! Our waitress, Meaghan, was very nice and well-informed about the menu, but she did seem to be a bit distracted while waiting on us. My boyfriend ordered an Arrogant Bastard while I stuck with my usual Blue Moon. We started with the onion ring tower and the spinach and cheese dip. The onion rings were pretty standard in quality, but the portion was huge. However, it paled in comparison to the spinach and cheese dip. I started wishing I had ordered that instead! For dinner, my boyfriend and I both ordered the Classic cheeseburgers - a pretty boring selection on this menu - but we ended up with BBQ burgers. Delicious (and cooked perfectly) but definitely unexpected. I did love the shoestring fries! Our friends both ordered the fish and chips, which looked like a more-than-substantial portion, and they seemed satisfied with their selection. The bill for the four of us came to about $100; not too bad for 3 beers, 2 apps and 4 entrees. We had a great time catching up and didn't feel rushed at all. I will definitely consider the Yard House again for lunch or dinner when I'm shopping at Legacy Place.
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Tricia W.
I had to debate for quite a while over whether to give Yard House 3 or 4 stars, and I ultimately decided on 3...but really 3.5. Atmosphere: Loud, dark, bar scene Wait: LONG. We were told 30-40 mins at 6:15 on a Thursday night, and ended up waiting an hour. Service: Decent. Considering the crowd, the food came out pretty quickly. Food: Interesting but pricey menu; definitely a step up from your average bar cuisine option and it is refreshing to see the wide range of options and ingredients offered. I had the spicy chicken sandwich. The Cajun aioli was delicious, the cheese flatbread was pretty bread-y but a good match, and the chicken was nicely grilled and flavored, without being rubbery. Only complaint is that there was way too much bread for way too little chicken. French fries were thinly-cut and delicious. My dining partner had the French Dip Roast Beef sandwich and said it was very good, and less greasy than the average French Dip. However, he said his onion soup tasted like it contained a generous helping of gravy master.
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Ben L.
I really want to like this place. I generally enjoy a good beer list, but I did not have a good experience. The Pros: The appetizers were a definite high point. We had all sorts of good snacks and, though not cheap, they were well done. The Mediocre: The beer list was big, but not special. There was enough selection for me to pick a good beer, but not enough for me to try something new or something that I don't often find. It is how I imagine a corporate chain would approach the world of craft beer: boring. And with only a couple rotating seasonal taps, I don't see it getting any better. If you're going to spend that much for a beer, you can get something more interesting down the street at BBC or a by going into the city. Or you can just get the same beer for less somewhere else. Seems like a real opportunity lost in my eyes... so may taps, so little intrigue. The atmosphere was sort of sterile. The place had the shiny surfaces and clean lines of a well designed chain restaurant, which it is all of. The Bad: I had a really awful meal. I mean, it was bad beyond disagreeing with my personal taste in food. I couldn't eat it. On telling the server I couldn't eat it, she packaged it for us to take home, where I tried to pawn it off on others and they couldn't eat it either. There were burnt bits, and overcooked bits, and the remaining balance was bland and terrible. When spending the better part of a $20 bill on a pasta dish, I expect it to be edible or returnable. I had to make myself something to eat after getting home. The other unfortunate bit was not so bad, but we made a reservation for our group and we got sat a half-hour late. Given the meal that followed, I wish i had just kept my money and my time. At least I was with good friends, which made the evening enjoyable despite the meal.
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Andrew M.
Love this place. Huge beer selection from around the world. The menu as an American fusion with French and Asian inspired dishes. They offer almost every entree in a vegetarian version. Anyone can find something they would like on this menu. Great kids menu too. Wish i could order from it. Has tvs everywhere and outside seating with fireplace. Always long waits on weekends but week nights aren't bad. Bar is also packed on the weekends. Located next to great shops and movies so prime location for a night out.
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Sherie J.
High energy from the moment you enter. This is definitely a little bit of California right in Dedham. I've been to the original in LB and I have to say I enjoyed myself more here. Partially because the waitstaff/barstaff and Manager are world class. That just doesn't happen organically. They have one of the best restaurant managers in the area holding the fort here. He makes sure his team is courteous, available and professional. The best thing to do here is try a beer you've never had before. With 130 on tap you'd be a sucker to try some $10.25 mixed drink. While they are probably great; stick with the beers, that's the point. The other 'best' thing about the menu is that they are never short on avocado. I LOVE the green stuff and there are plenty of menu items with avo on it. Check out the Spicy Tuna App. It's a 6"diameter of layered decadence! Tomato, edamame, Ahi tuna, with actual chunks...a layer of avocado and shredded seaweed. I ate the entire thing! Then the Caesar salad was scrumptious, by the time my entree came, I had to box it up (Orange Chicken with Brown Rice). My BFF had edamame, gluten free beer and an avocado burger that looked yum. You cannot order anything cooler than medium here...they don't serve it! So I stuck to the raw fish! ;) Awesome place, great crowd. Thanks to our handsome bartender and Ed.
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Bret C.
What a disappointment. Yard House is mediocre at best. They have however many beers on tap. All of the food is kind of blah - one thing to definitely stay away from is the pizza. It's gross. And they are EXPENSIVE! Waits tend to get very long as well. Only good point - it's nice to see a unique chain come to the area with some outdoor seating. Solid anchor for attracting people toward the back of Legacy Place. Okay place to hang and have a drink, but much beyond that is not good.
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Jess L.
4 starsbased on quality and service. However, accept that the Yard house is a Yuppie brew pub. Prices for everything are ridiculously inflated considering the concept. Service was excellent. Large tap beer selection, but without a decent seasonal selection....they better step it up if they want to appeal to beer connoiseurs (sp). Super-sized booths for large groups, or people. "tuna roll" app was so so good...a meal in itself. Their French fries are aweful...they're shoestring style and too oily. Skip the tuna sandwich...Although very fresh I should know that rare ahi tuna never belongs between two pieces of bread. Burgers are huge and well- prepared. I'd go back for apps...if I'm not paying the tab.
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Beck N.
I wanted to love this place, but I just couldn't. They get 3 stars for atmosphere & decent waitstaff, but their beer & food... not so much. Yes, they have many, many beers on tap. But, for beer geeks like hubby & me, there was not much new to try...& for $6+/beer, I was a bit disappointed. The food was eh... I got the 4 cheese pizza, which was super sloppy & difficult to eat. Hubby ordered the Southern fried chicken & enjoyed it. For the price we paid, I expected something more... The decor was nice, but the atmosphere left something to be desired. It was filled with early 40s to 50s after work crowd & it was very loud. If you want to have an actual conversation while you enjoy dinner, this is not the place for you. Also, if you want to order another round, they do not have a beer menu on the table. The only beer menu is the cumbersome book you get to order your food. In short , if you must go here, stop here during happy hour 4:30-6 to get 1/2 off apps & grab a brew.
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Erin M.
Unlike Yasa, my husband and I are very happy to be known as regulars! We come from Wisconsin, where being a regular means you know your bartenders and staff, and they know you, which means you get great service-well, at the Yard House in Dedham, you get great service whether or not you're a regular. The ones we see on a regular basis deserve a LOT of credit. First and foremost...Dennis is the man you need to see-always happy to see his customers! Adam, Marlon, John, Whitney, Dan, Ashly, Kyana, and Charlie (bartenders) the barbacks Sean and John, and servers Renee, Crystal and Drew-they're all awesome people! The managers we see are Daniels and Heather (who is now at Fenway) Anyways, we always feel welcomed, we always sit at the bar, and we always get taken care of. These people are GREAT at their jobs-otherwise we wouldn't come back as much as we do. Both my husband and I have worked as bartenders/servers, and know what it means to be treated like we are. The food is always good! (so props to the people in the kitchen too!) We usually stick to our avocado swiss burgers (swap pepperjack for swiss), add bacon and one medium, one medium rare. We've gotten a few other things, but we love our burgers-which are always delicious. Friends meet us there and we've never heard a complaint. We usually stand at the open spot at the end of the bar by the kitchen and wait until seats open up at the bar (or the bartenders will help us scout them out) just so we can interact with these guys! We've had some interesting things happen while we've lived in the Boston area, and we can always count on our friends at the Yard House to lend us an ear. We now live in Dedham, so we're much closer-and will be there more frequently. We could go lots of places in the Boston area for dinner and drinks and spend about the same, if not more, but we love this place because of the people that work there. We are self proclaimed beer snobs-being from Wisconsin, having been bartenders, managed a small/high end specialty liquor store/homebrewers....and they have a great beer selection. Best one we've seen around here. Other places have a good selection, but this one is constantly good! I hope I didn't forget anyone, but I had to rave about this team-outstanding!
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Jacqueline C.
Good food & beer selection but giving the low rating due to the lack of courtesy. I was trying to get through the front door with a stroller and none of the THREE people at the front even thought to come over and hold the door open, but were just staring at me! When I get in, then I get a "can I help you?"!!!
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Simon G.
A good place with a wide wide variety of beer! If you love beer, you'll definitely like to come here for a drink and grab some lunch or dinner. The portions of meals here are a good size and the price range is far for the type of restaurant it is. The place is very dimly lit with lots of television screens for the sports fan. It being very popular during the evenings, you'd definitely want to remember your waitress/waiter in-case you need to flag them down for a drink or change of order.
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Jessie R.
I was happily surprised by this Legacy Place restaurant and bar as far as the food and drinks went. The service - not so much. There is a lot of really bad chain food around here and the baja fish tacos were really refreshing after days of bad food at other lunch spots. The mac and cheese was also good and the beer selection is awesome - Rouge Hazelnut Brown Nectar for all!! I definitely enjoyed it more as a bar and less as a restaurant, mostly because of our service. Our server was MIA for a while even after we explained we were trying to make a movie and wanted to put our food in quickly. We had to do that awkward grab-a-random-waitress thing to put in our food on time. Also - they play loud classic rock, and I could have used some deeper cuts after hearing the same Tom Petty song three times over the course of an hour and a half, but what can you do. Overall, not bad for the Boston suburbs.
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Sachin P.
Excellent options for vegetarians and strong beer selection. Only downside is volume of music. YARD HOUSE!!!!!
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Jason G.
I thought this place was really good. We went there for a late lunch/early dinner on a Saturday and it was packed. We sat in the bar area, which was a little noisy...but I am chalking it up to the fact that it was the high tables surrounding the bar. The service was good and refilled drinks without asking or encumbrance. The food was really good. We tried the clam chowder and classic ranch salad for appetizers ($2.95 added onto any meal). They were both very good. For a $3 salad appetizer it was quite large. For entrees I had the Pepperjack Burger, and my girlfriend had the Mac & Cheese(2). They were both excellent. I would recommend this place to anyone, and probably better if you are a beer drinker as they have a huge selection.
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Jack P.
Fly in my Chardonnay? More like dead moth in my Cobb Salad. Really disgusting to get halfway through a meal and find a dead bug in it. I did at the Yard House on a recent visit. It was gross, but what was more disturbing was the fact that the staff found it amusing. I saw the server bring the plate back into the kitchen, and a gaggle of servers and cooks gathered around cackling. I wonder how funny it will be when health dept stops by? Spoke to the manager, but no response from "corporate" as of yet. More than anything, this experience shows that Yard House cuts corners in washing/prepping its vegetables/lettuce. a lot Makes you wonder what other short cuts they take. Like hand washing? I won't be eating there again. Here's my Cobb-Webb salad, complete with bug: tinypic.com/r/23jlawn/7
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Debra B.
The Yard House is in the Legacy Place in Dedham, a beautiful shopping & dining area. I came here with a group of 9 people, and the booth tables were long enough to fit us all. We waited for about 45 minutes for a table around 8:30pm on a Wednesday night and was absolutely worth it. The service was great, very nice, and knowledgable with their food and drink menu. I ordered the garlic noodles with shrimp, blue crab meat and lobster claws, a summer salad, and a side of truffle fries. I was a happy camper with each dish. The menu is quite expensive, but the food portions balances it out and is definitely worth it. If Dedham wasn't that far from me, I would come here more often. I reccommend this place for sure!
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Evan G.
I love this place. I love beer, and Yard House has a million billion of them, mostly draft. I've also eaten here and its excellent. I had the truffle mac & cheese which was awesome, and I've also had a steak here that probably wasn't worth the price tag. Apps are awesome and beer is awesome. My gripe with this place isn't so much the place itself, but really the location. As cool as Legacy Place is, I absolutely HATE going there. It's crowded, you can't park anywhere but the top of the garage at night, and I hate waiting for a table. If there is a wait in a restaurant I'll probably go elsewhere, just because I'm impatient. I'd definitely recommend this place during the week, it will be much easier to actually get a seat / get a parking spot.
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Michael W.
Perhaps the largest assortment of beers I have seen....the place has the feel of a large national chain like a Cheesecake Factory in terms of the massive menu and the way that it is decorated....but I generally have found the food to be passable....it sounds better in the description than it is on the plate but the appetizers are pretty good.....they offer "gardein" meat substitute which is sort of creepy sounding but I tried it and it was surprisingly not bad.....the place is always crowded, super loud and while the service has always been good they really should give you a bit more time to make your selections because it is a really large menu. Overall a fun place with o.k. food and a great beer list. It isn't too pricey but I would not bring kids.
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Matt L.
Not sure why I have heard mixed reviews about this place. It is fairly new and sits inside Legacy Place which has a few other top restaurants. You wouldn't know it but it is a chain and this location is quite large inside. I heard they are opening another one of these near Fenway. If you are looking for a quiet place, this aint it. The inside is dimly lit and has large screen TVs in every corner and behind the bar. The beer selection in this place is unreal. They must have over a hundred beers on tap of all types from micro brews to domestics to loads of foreign and local specialities. The first three pages of the menu are all beer selections. Plus they will even let you sample a few prior to making a selection. Some are served in the large "yard" glasses. The staff here is very friendly and promotes some of the beers on the menu and lets you know which ones are the best tasting. Speaking of the menu, it is huge. This place has a dish for every appetite. From tons of appetizers to salads and then loads of sandwiches and burgers to entrees. We were here for lunch and you can get lunch portions of the dinners. I had mac and cheese cooked up in truffle oil and a side of truffle fries. It took a little while to get the food, but when it came it was worth the wait. Delicious from start to finish. I even saw a few burgers pass by and those looked pretty good as well. The prices were moderate similar to a Cheesecake Factory and it was a pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this place to go out with friends, family or even a date. However, from what I heard, the music can be quite loud in the evenings.
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Nicole M.
The Yard House is a great place for an after work drink and appetizers! The beer selection is awesome and the staff are super friendly and helpful. I have loved everything I have eaten here as well. I've only been for dinner once, and happy hour many times. They do half price appetizers for happy hour and they are delicious! Dinner can be a bit pricey for a beer restaurant but the quality and portions are great. Definitely go here!
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Ashley M.
At first, the half yard drinks seemed fun and different and the servers were very attentive. However, for such high prices, the quality of the food fell short. Tasteless pasta dishes and salads soaked in dressing. To top it off, we informed the manager that there were two underage kids (in high school, as we knew exactly who they and their families were) drinking at their bar, and in return he told us that he checked their ID's and ignored our concerns. When we tried to order another round of drinks, he came over and carded us each three times (yes three!) making us provide credit cards, bank cards, etc.etc. and made sure our drinks took at least twenty minutes. So much for trying to be good sports and make sure they weren't serving minors. I have been to some amazing restaurants, and this one isn't worth your money.
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Luna L.
Have been twice for drinks on the weekends, the Dirty martinis were good (although I would have liked blue cheese stuffed olives) My sister in law reports her pom martinis were good as well. I would have liked a Mojito but any real mojito drinker knows you DO NOT use a mix in this cocktail and unfortunately Yardhouse does which is not a true mojito. Its a nice atmosphere, upbeat, the bartenders were eficient and service was good overall. The bathroom was strange, I think they were going for trendy with the sinks in the ladies room but it just ends up messy and water gets everwhere i put my bag down and it was soaked.
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Teresa M.
After hearing some great reviews about Yard House, my husband and I decided to finally try it on Saturday. We arrived around 9 and were told it would be a 25 minute wait. To our liking our buzzer went off only about 10 minutes later and we were seated. Our waiter wasn't very friendly, but it was packed and we decided to chalk that up to it being busy. My cesar salad wasn't anything special, the dressing was very watery. My husband ordered the egg rolls and loved them. For dinner I ordered the Rib Eye, my absolute favorite cut of meat. I opted to get steamed spinach instead of broccoli for my side. Unfortunately when it arrived it was in this gross black water. I understand steamed spinach will always be served in some sort of water, but its usually bright green and flavorless. The black water really grossed me out so I put the spinach to the side and ate my steak and mashed potatoes instead. The steak was wonderful, cooked to perfection! A bit charred on the outside yet still medium in the middle. The mashed potatoes were creamy and perfectly seasoned, next time I think I'll have double mashed with my steak! My husband ordered Mac and Cheese with chicken. He loved it! I tried a bite and it was fabulous! We'll definitely be back!
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Liz B.
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! They had great food, great service, AND great music! If you don't like a Hard Rock Cafe atmosphere this place isn't for you. Yes it's loud, with great tunes, and the food is excellent!!!! They also have super long booths to easily seat 10. And the Hostess told us that they even have longer ones! The beers on tap are never ending, and they have a HUGE martini menu! I went with my husband, and we got one appetizer, and then two hamburger plates with two diet cokes. The bill was only $40. Not bad. It was lunch time by the way. We will definitely be going back!!!!
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Sue P.
I went here on a Tuesday night last month and was surprised to see a decent amount of people there watching a Celtics game. The Yard House definitely has a cool restaurant/ lounge atmosphere, which fits in nicely with the rest of the Legacy Place restaurants. The waiters were nice, the beers aplenty, and the food was pretty standard. I'm not a huge beer person, but how could I not have a beer at a place that has over 130 on tap? It was nice that the waitress was knowledgeable and could recommend some different ones to try. I just loved the warm brownie dessert right in the pan with ice cream! I think that all of the Legacy Place restaurants had some issues when they opened..... which is EXACTLY why I waited a while before going to any of them. I'll definitely be coming back to the Yard House to watch a game, drink some beers, and have a good time.
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Brendan K.
Surf and Turf Burger with a Snake Bite (pear cider mixed w/ Kona Lager). Pretty decent spot for food in the Legacy Place Mall.
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Loan V.
I've heard great things about this place but of course every time we try to go around dinner time it's always packed! So my friend and I decided we'd try to go there for lunch on a Sunday to see if the food is really worth the hour wait for dinner. The best thing about going to different restaurants (definitely had my share) is to go with low expectations so you're not disappointed! Boy we're we happy by the end of the meal! We decided to order four different apps so we could try a few items. * Truffle fries - amazing! It's a must try for those fries lovers out there. * Classic Sliders - this came with a side of fries (yes even the plain fries are yummy!). The burger itself wasn't too bad, they were pretty big for sliders, the bread was soft with the right amount of butter but the patties itself could of been a little thicker so you got the right bread/meat ratio. * Blue Crab Cakes - it's pretty good but the mango sauce is what really makes it yummy! If they served the cakes on its own I wouldn't recommend it but you gotta get it so you can try it with their sauce! * Korean BBQ Beef - it was cooked and marinated just right! It also came with jasmine rice and take it from a Vietnamese person that was the real Asian rice LOL. This could have been a meal in its own. * Dessert Trio Sampler - how can you walk away without trying something sweet! This is great to share...chocolate cake, peach cobbler and lemon/raspberry meringue. The portions were pretty big for appetizers! Needless to say we were stuffed and happy. We'll have to come back and try for dinner with entrees cause everything that was coming out of the kitchen looks so delicious! Now I have to say it's worth the hour wait especially with a smiling/happy staff! :)
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Brough M.
Ordered take-out "adult mac and cheese"... while we were waiting had some drinks at the bar. The beers on tap (about a thousand) were ice cold and awesome! She had the Pomegranate Martini... best ever! The atmosphere was fantastic, and the service at the bar was great! The Mac and Cheese was great!
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Michael C.
I like beer, therefore I like the Yard House very much. I dig the guac. Apt 12 will put you on another planet - great beer, but I slept all night on the first chair I sat on when I got back to my house.
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Michael D.
I decided to try this place out recently after my roommate went to one of their locations out of state and really liked it. We went on Friday around 6:30pm and were expecting to have to wait a long time...the hostess quoted us 35 min. and the wait was right on (we were expecting a longer wait due to it being a new place and a Fri. night). We opted to wait outside where it was a little quieter and also considering that even if we attempted to "grab a drink at the bar" like the hostess suggested I don't think we could have made it close enough. Once we were seated our waitress Sandra was very attentive, helpful, and outgoing, giving us good suggestions on both beer and food. The grilled artichoke appetizer was amazing! Beer prices were reasonable for the Boston area (we had the "six pack" beer sampler (think wine flight)), although mixed drinks were kind of pricey. Yes the place was crowded, and yes it was a bit loud, but it seems to be part of the atmosphere...we had no problem watching both the Bruins and Celtics on the large LCD tv's that are scattered throughout. If you are looking for a casual place with a large selection of beer, decent beer prices, friendly staff, and don't mind waiting a bit, I suggest checking it out.
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Shelby S.
I was really excited about going to the yard house for my boyfriends birthday with his friends. There's about 18 of us on a Saturday night. I called just to give them a heads up. The woman who answered the phone was nice enough but when the manager got on the phone he was just straight out rude. There have been plenty of times we have gone and our food has been really cold and needed to be sent back and also recieving the wrong beer. Service is hit or miss but we will not be returning to this location ever again due to the horrible customer service we received. We will be spending our night at kings, bowlings! And they were MORE than happy to have us and very accommodating. Maybe the managers at the yard house should walk down to kings and take a class in customer service.
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Joel O.
A regular hangout spot of mine. I love the food, and of course, the beer. Do yourself a favor and just get the sampler. Far too many choices! If you feel up to it, try the Belgium sampler.
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Elle Z.
Hooray for the only bar at Legacy Place you can get into without a 2 hour wait! I haven't really eaten here, but I had some drinks before going to the movies recently and the beer selection, is as they advertise: Enormous. I had a blend of white ale and strawberry lambic which was really good, really sweet; but really good. The waitstaff was pleasant and knowledgeable, and didn't rush us out of our table, even though we were only going to have a couple drinks (the bar was full) and as I said before, there was very little wait to be seated, because nothing irks me more than being told to "come back in 2 hours" from the hostess at the C Bar, if I feel like waiting for a table on a Friday night, I'll go out in Boston. Its a bit pricey for bar food, until you see the portions, which are the same as the beer list: Enormous. All in all, I'll probably be back for dinner
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Krutin D.
TONS OF BEER! Can't go wrong with the selection. TV's galore - perfect spot to watch some New England sports. Food is good too; something for the traditional and adventurous types alike.
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B C.
A real mixed bag here. The atmosphere is awesome and you wont find a better beer selection anywhere. I was excited to try something completely new and the beer menu is very descriptive. I also found the service to be fantastic, they really seemed to care. This got us excited for a nice family night at a new place, but things fell apart when it came to the food. The clam chowder and the french onion soup were barely warm. (Looking at the other reviews here, it seems heating food is a recurring problem) Waiter took them back promptly and returned them within minutes. The chowder was nice and hot, but they forgot to heat the french onion soup. It came back just as cold as it arrived the first time. Third time around the french onion soup was perfect, and it was delicious. I ordered a turkey burger with the matchstick fries and it was excellent. Our little one ordered the chicken fingers and she loved them. My wife and son ordered dinner salads, but there must have been something wrong with the vinaigrette. It tasted sour. They asked for another dressing to mask the flavor, but it was already on the salad. Both of them barely touched their plates. The servers were very helpful and the meal wasn't expensive, but nobody enjoyed it and considering two of us left without eating, it wasn't a good value. I'm not going back unless its just for beers at the bar. I'll eat elsewhere.
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Tiffany T.
I've been here for lunch and happy hour. The pizzas and salads are excellent. Extensive drink menu. Wonderful appetizers esp. the egg rolls and the fried calamari! Great place for groups. Good ambiance. Great service. They are really accommodating esp. if someone in your party has a peanut allergy. The manager came over to talk to us about the allergy to understand the level of its intensity. We appreciated their diligence. I will be back.
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Mary F.
Food here is decent, a little pricey but large portion... so I guess it evens out. Service is friendly but a bit on the slow side. My friends and I mainly go here for drinks before hitting up the movies- right next door :). They make the best long island ice tea I've ever had!
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Roger L.
This place is BUSY BUSY BUSY ... I've been to this establishment a few times now and the most recent visit just went beyond my expectations. The waiter we got was very knowledgeable about the beverage selection and helped my guests choose something they were very pleased with. There was an incident when one of our pizza had something we requested not to be added, then they brought out a new one very quickly but had chicken and not the Gardien vegetarian version, but before we could take a bite, the manager came back to get it and apologized. We weren't upset at all because we were all having a great time and after two appetizers we could've actually done without the pizza. So to our surprise, the manager did not charge us the pizza and everyone was pleasantly surprised. The waiter came back numerous times to refill our cups and was very attentive by getting us extra napkins and other small things. If you haven't been, you'll definitely enjoy the food and atmosphere. Drinks are plentiful and can fulfill any pallet. Just call ahead and know what to expect the waiting times are.
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Kristin G.
Solid 4 stars. -Amazing beer selection - great food (i had the turkey burger and it was delicious!) -huge space This place gets PACKED on the weekends. I went on a Thursday night and ended up only waiting about 10 minutes. The beer selection is daunting. The french fries were delicious! Def. stop in here after a day of shopping @ Legacy place! Well worth the trip!
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Heather P.
Five star rating just for the beer selection alone....can't leave without trying the mac and cheese! We used to go to the one in Golden, CO and the location outside of Chicago, IL. Never disappoints!
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Melissa S.
Absolutely love this place! I always meet there with my friends, and sit outside by the fireplace. The lettuce wraps for the appetizers are awesome! and a huge selection of draft beers! Great place to chill out with some good people!
(5)
Mags R.
LOVE THIS PLACE! I attempted to go in 2 previous occasions and the wait was super long! (very popular!) So I left in both occasions, however I went back for lunch to celebrate my sister's B-day, and I must say it was amazing food! It was priced ok because the portions and the service were great! LOVE IT!
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A O.
Food is pretty good. they have a nice veg selection. Our waiter was the best I have ever had - friendly, patient, professional, attentive, and we'll probably go back to eat there simply because of the great service. The food arrived quickly as well. It helps that Yardhouse composts, and a pretty "green" restaurant.
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M L.
Beer selection is unbelievable. Been about 5 times times since they opened and have only had apps and beers. Place has been busy everytime I've been, but getting a beer is not an issue.
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Lori C.
food was aweful. ordered the slliders- it was one burger (about the thinkness of a McDonald's burger) quarter and placed on 4 buns. Don't bother telling them how you want it cooked- it is too thin. Also ordered chicken wings- very deep fried and dry. Major dissappointment. The beer selections was good, but DO NOT go there for the food. I looked on the menu before ordering to see if they served testers because of their huge selection. They didn't have it listed on the menu so I assumed they didn't do that. After ordering, we saw several people with "six pack" testers. The bartender didn't even mention this. When I asked them about it they said they have them all of the time. I wish I had know that and it had been written on the menu!
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Rick P.
I don't drink, so this review is based on the food, the setting and the service. All were good. I like the eclectic taco appetizers that they have, next time I may make my meal out of those tacos alone.
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Jay W.
Can't go wrong with a place that has good food, hot waitresses, and the biggest beer selection ever. Also, I like large, spacious places, and this environment definitely falls under that category.
I am not a fan. If all you want it a beer, knock yourself out. If you want more that a beer, better choices all around. The Met ! ! ! Of down the Street Joes American Bar & Grill
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Winnie K.
Ok, we came back for dinner on a Friday night-April 1st and the place was hopping and the wait was long. I think we arrived at 5:45P. I immediately put my name in & was told 10 minutes, we would be seated.and received a "beeper". I noticed another woman coming in 10 minutes after us, as I was right by the hostess Station & was advised the same & she received a beeper too. Now I was still waiting an additional 15 minutes for this thing to buzz, so we can be seated. Then I noticed the woman that came in afterwards that she just got buzzed & was shown her table?? I went up to the hostess & had asked her why she was sat before us? & all she can say was "Well, your next!" & immediately looked down on her sheet. I asked her again- & she said again,. Oh, I just said you were next in line, just then she punch some buttons in & the buzzer went off & we were seated by another hostess, and of course, next to the other couple that was seated before us.(Just my luck!) I had complained to the that hostess how displeased I was & she was like Umm? would you like to speak to a manager? I said Yes, very much so, well the manager never came around until the end of the meal when I was had said something to our waitress Tanya, who was awesome by the way- & she brought one over right away. The manager was very understandable, I wanted to let her know, I was not looking for any discount or anything, but just to make sure that when the hostess station does do something like that, not to do it so blatant
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tony a.
This is a good place, the food is delicious and the bartenders are friendly. I come here occasionally on weeknight. I love their appetizers and they are all half prize after 10 pm. who goes to bed before 2am anyways this place should be packed everynight.
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J.T. R.
Great food, endless selection of beer and drinks, and excellent service. Can't say enough about how well this place is managed. Large crowds even at off peak hours speak to that. Be prepared for a lengthy wait Fridays and Saturdays, but it's worth it.
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Stephanie K.
This is the best bar with the best food and drinks to watch a game. I don't recommend taking children there after 5. The atmosphere is fun and there are TV's everywhere. The best buffalo chicken wings and burgers. You have to try their avocadao & Swiss burger, it is delicious. Really great bar food and their steak tip salad is yummy. The one thing I tried and did not like is their lobster crab artichoke dip.
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Leo R.
The food is very good especially for a "pub". What impressed me more than the food was the service. I sat at the bar during a Patriot's game and ordered an appetizer. I waited a while for the food but didn't think it unusual considering it was during a game. After it came, the manager came up to me, apologized for the delay and removed the charge from my check.
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Frank M.
Went back and told the waiter I had to have things quickly as we were running behind for a movie. Things came fast...both beers and the entree. I was very happy with their ability to accommodate my request and the waiter was fantastic. No more complaints!
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Lilia C.
shrimp cerviche was yummy. kinda big spoonfuls. truffle fries are nice and crispy and a great small snack. rib rye was nothing special which was disappointing for the price. server recommended the monk fish which was surprisingly good. more meaty than a regular fish and it comes with three different sauces....good variety. Samantha our server was very nice and informative which was a plus!
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Louise F.
Holy crap, beer selection. It is like the Tap Handle Angels start singing gospel every time I sit at this bar. Total beer fanatic right here, and Yard House always hits the spot. They have a really good selection of craft brews, enough for me to be able to try a new beer every time I go. They even have a great selection of local brews ON TAP. Dig it. I have never had bad service here, and the bartenders to their best to describe different beers to me before I try a new one. Sure, it is a bit pricey, but I would rather pay more for 1 or 2 good beers than pay less for 3 or 4 crappy beers. Just tried their food for the first time last night --sweet potato fries and edamame! Yum! Great spot. Edit: They do not take reservations, which is a drag. They have been pretty rude about it. 2ce.
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John O.
This place has everything you're looking for on a Friday night. It's right by the movie theater, has a great beer selection, and the food is quality. The best thing on the menu are the Truffle Fries! These fries will change how you think about a potato! Even though the place is huge it still packs out. We had a 30 min wait the last time I was there. It was worth it though!
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Shelly D.
"There's an old saying in Tennessee -- I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee -- that says, fool me once, shame on -- shame on you. Fool me -- you can't get fooled again." -George Bush Is this place kidding? If you are going to charge fine dining prices, please offer fine dining service... $8-$10 beers? Nickle and dime you for the add on's? $25 plus dollar steak's $13 plus dollar burgers? The food was decent, but not great. Firecracker wings were good and the rest was not so good. The burger I had was medium and was burnt on the outside and bloody in the middle. The service was slow and the server seemed miserable and not happy to be waiting on us. Sorry if we have to keep asking for things, but don't make us feel like jerks for doing so...Your our server! We were herded into the place like cattle. If you cant fit that many people in the place-DONT! I know the place is new and everyone wants to check it out but how about you let everyone experience be a little better by not crunching everyone together like sardines. The decor and cleanliness was great. The draft system is astounding, but I was confused as to why they were out of so many beers from the menu...Maybe they sold out. Either way, I wouldn't order some of the weird ones anyways, because I am sure they have been sitting in the keg since they have opened and are nasty. I just stuck with my 12 dollar martini. The prices are ridiculous. Maybe we will go back, but after a while and when we have saved up a ton of money and hopefully there are not 500 people in the place. No interest to go back any time soon. That is the feedback I got from everyone who i talked to after going here. All set.
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Amy E.
We visited here Sunday April 25 at 12:45 - it was not too crowded. I was impressed by the huge amount of beers on tap and my friend had been to the one in Costa Mesa. The prices were higher than I expected, $11-14 for burgers and fries, $23-$28 for the catch of the day. No prices for the beers listed on the menu, no mention of $2 up charge for anchovies with the caesar salad. My side salad was so bland and tasting of the fridge that I sent it back. Our server was trying hard, but there are too many people involved. The food runners still have no idea who ordered what. She even came out to make sure the food was not auctioned off (who got the ....ranch salad. Umm...it is just the two of us, any indication on the ticket as to who ordered what?) Guys - come on. Our meal came to $48 before tip. 90 minutes for a beer, side salad and burger each. Fine dining prices and pacing without the fine dining service or food. Not a fan, will not go back. Would have given it one star, but got plus two for our nice waitress, Ashley. It was very dark, very loud and a very long expensive lunch.
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Julie B.
100 beers on tap, yet nothing overly special. The service was good enough but our waitress had a problem when a few friends came over from the bar to chit chat at our table. They do have some interesting looking appetizers that I would try. I think the highlight for me was the 80's music videos playing on the flatscreens.
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Kristin F.
I love this place! The selection of beer is beyond amazing and the food is good too. I go back as often as I can!
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Mike H.
I'll agree with most of what has already been said. The beer selection is great but it goes downhill from there. It is pretty standard for a big beer outfit to list both prices and alcohol content for each beer, this place had neither! Being adventurous could lead to a 13.5% ABV $10 pint. Best bang for your buck is the six 5oz sample tour for $8.50. Food is very overpriced and mediocre. Burgers are exceptionally expensive and not nearly as good as a $12 burger should be. Met bar is a much better choice for this. Service was pretty poor. Ordering beer mail order would've been quicker. I ordered a beer before my food came, and it was brought to me after I finished eating. The server stopped by twice to let me know "she's still waiting for the bar to pour my beer". Thanks for the update, I'm still thirsty though. Decor looked typical for an upscale shopping center trying to seem hip and urban. Terrible planning with tables though. Most booths are extremely long, sitting about 5 people on each side. Most of these had two people at them, effectively wasting the space that could be used for additional seating. My advise is to have dinner at B.Good or the hot food bar at Whole Foods and go here to knock a few back, just make sure to ask for the price first.
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David M.
I came here with a group of five people on a Wednesday night. The place was packed but we were able to get a table right away. I can only imagine the waiting time during weekends. Its good but not worth waiting good. This makes it lose one star in my opinion. My server was very nice and my burger was great. The problem: I ordered the BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger. No where on the menu does it say that it comes with pickles or tomatoes. I still no better and told her no pickle no tomato. She said that burger does not come with pickles or tomatoes so not to worry. What shows up in the middle of my plate buried in my fries......a friggin' pickle!! I hate pickles!!! I was grossed out. Luckily, it didn't come into contact with much and I was able to remove it and the pickle juices of my plate without disturbing my food.
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Susen Y.
Hamburger tasted like rubber; server was aloof and rude! I will not go back.
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Andy D.
I LOVE Yard House restaurants. The ones in the LA area are great. This one? Not so much. It still has a great beer menu. I'm a beer snob and I enjoy it here. Are there beer menus in Boston that are larger, sure, but this one is really solid. Beers tend to be a little too pricey though. The food is far worse than the other Yard Houses though. The onion ring tower is usually a go to option for us. In Dedham, it was way way way overcooked. The walnuts in my salad were just plain bad. The service was fine. The wait on a Saturday afternoon was zilch. Next time we go, it'll just be for the beer. I definitely was a bit let down. Oh well.
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Robert O.
Insanely huge beer selection with upscale NJ-diner-like menu... literally a smorgasbord of choices for food. A great place to bring a large party that may have a picky eater or drinker on board. Great staff and awesome atmosphere considering this is a chain, which also automatically drops the rating to a 4 from Wrob, sorry.
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Nisy W.
I went here the other night with a male friend of mine and it was kind of a last minute thing. It was getting late, and we originally were gonna go to the Met (which I also have not been to)but the kitchen was closed. I didn't have any intentions with this place, I was just hungry and wanted to have a some cocktails. I actually was satisfied and pretty happy with my meal. We had the lobster,crab & artichoke dip which was ok , but could of been better, there wasn't much lobster or crab meat in the dip. We both got burgers. His the turkey burger which he was pleased with, and I had the pan crusted Gorgonzola burger which was very delicious and and juicy. They cooked it the way I like it and I enjoyed every bite. All in all it was decent, the prices weren't bad. I would like to try it again and try one of their seafood entrees
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barrie g.
Poor quality food. Salad should not be served with the lettuce core. Fries were tasty but the pizza is just weighed down and heavy making it taste like it is not done. Will be a go to beer place as they have many good varieties.
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Helen v.
The Yardhouse has been a favorite of mine over the last couple of months. Just getting to admire all of their beers on tap seems to be enough, but there are a lot of other great things about this place! There are always lots of people there, not overpowering, but it is nice to come to a place where lots of people want to be! The food has been generally great, though I don't recommend the pizza (quite average). Love to come with just one friend or a whole group. Did I mention how awesome the beer is!? ;)
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Cynthia N.
Tonight was my second visit to the Yard House. The first visit we sat at the bar and just had cocktails. It seemed like a nice enough place but was very loud. Tonight we had dinner. We had to wait a very long time for our meal. A manager stopped by the table to apologize for the delay. When the meals finally came out, the others got their meal but mine was going to be out in a "minute". 10 minutes later, my meal came and on the first mouthful of my fish, I got 2 fish bones. The second mouthful yielded 3 more fish bones. Yuck! The waitress took back my meal, apologized and asked if she could get me something else. I declined since the rest of my table had already finished with their meal. I don't think I would go there again.
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Pamela C.
Legacy Place is the new hot spot to go in the Dedham area. The Yard House was a pleasant find. Although, there was a long line on a wednesday night. Yuck! The food was great. I mean really good. Yum, Yum, Yummy. Tons of beers. I don't even like beer and I was impressed. There is plenty of parking. Bonus. the waiter was great. Offered good suggestions on drinks and food.
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Manuel G.
This place is Great! I live at Station 250 and we go all the time. It is only a short drunk walk away. Try the sampler beer from tap always a great value compared to the yard beer glass...
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Bear Paw B.
Upscale bar that was very busy! We went on a Friday night and there was an hour wait. We waited at the bar but could not find a good spot that we could just stand without being in the way. Great selection of beers that even a non-beer-drinker could find something they like. Food was decent. Overall, good time.
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Matt V.
Was promised "Largest selection of Beers." Was disappointed by that and the food value. Take the awesome concept of a beer hall, and then ruin it with expensive food, corporate monotony indifference, and an arrogant sense of self importance. Went here with three friends Saturday night dinner. Call it a double date. The wait was longer than 1.5hours, but we grabbed a buzzer and shopped around nearby. It ended up being a little shorter, because I think people ahead of us just gave up. The food was pretty pedestrian, with your regular assortment of burgers, sandwiches, and salads. What stood out to me was the average burger cost was about $11. For those who prefer healthy choices, the entre salads were more expensive. I will say the french fries that came with my burger were distinct from other places I've been. Portion of fries was filling, but the fries themselves were smaller than McDonald's but larger than shoestring potatoes. That might have been the one highlight of the meal. The beer selection was ok. Sure they had lot of tap, but if you really like beer, try the sunset grill and tap. Much bigger beer selection, definitely better food value. Don't kid yourself by coming here for their beer.
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Shannon J.
I ate here with my family. It was our first time! The food was really good. We had the wings for an appetizers, they say the buffalo isn't spicy but it actually is (get the sauce on the side). We also got the truffle fries which were great. Next up, two people had the fish and chips! They said it was really good and the fish was great. They give you four giant pieces of beer battered fish, so if you aren't a big eater then split the plate. Someone else got the steak, said it was good but a bit tough. I got the jambalaya pasta it was sooooo delish! Note: they only give you one jumbo shrimp. I was pretty disappointed it only came with one shrimp but overall really tasty. I'd eat here again for sure! Our waitress was REALLY nice and the entire staff was friendly. All the food came out hot too, which is great.
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Lita S.
I work within walking distance to this place. I thought OMG this is giong to great!!! I wanted it to be. I 'like" it. I can't see me going often. The food doesn't do it for me. My husband and I ordered burgers, his came with all the stuff he asked for it not to and both were so greasy the bun fell apart. It was yucko. The fries are nasty, and the beer's are ok. I went again with a friend I hadn't seen in a while, so we were catching up. Then some more friends came. The great thing about this night was the table, it fit all 6 of us comfortably but I couldn't hear much. It was very loud. This night we had pizza and chicken tender pieces. Bleh. The chicken was pretty good for fried.... If I go back it's because someone wants me to meet them there. It won't be my suggestion unfortunately.
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Jillian Q.
Yard House was packed on a Friday night and we were quoted an hour to an hour and a half wait, but luckily we were seated in a half hour! The service was excellent. Our waitress was attentive, pleasant, and helpful. The beer variates were also amazing. The food, though, was pretty unimpressive. We actually sent the seafood/crab dip back because it tasted and smelled awful. My mac&cheese dish was really just "ok" and my dessert was plain disappointing. I would go back for the atmosphere and drinks but would choose another restaurant at Legacy Place for dinner.
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Angela C.
Really really good food! Loud atmosphere..not the kind of place you would go for a romantic dinner alone..but fun for a night out with friends. Great variety on types and tastes! I had the garlic chicken noodles...very tasty and inventive with the addition of endgame and tofu! The have a bazillion beers on tap meaning you can be happy with whatever you get, but it comes with a price at about 7-8 bucks per beer!! I would definitely be back here whenever we're in the area..it's especially busy on Sat. nights in the height of the holiday season (and the outside mall it's in will leave you looking for a parking space and put any marriage to the test! ;) you know what I mean!) so be prepared to wait unless you've made a reservation. I'm sure during the week it's less busy than the weekends! P.S. Someone in our group got the mushroom/parmesan chicken and from what I hear not only looked incredible but was to boot!
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Mike Y.
Go here for the beer and to watch a game but the food is sub par. They literally have over a hundred beers to choose from so the hardest part is trying to decide what you want. Their menu is extensive, and with restaurants, it usually means they do everything mediocre and nothing exceptional. I got the teriyaki chicken which I thought was on par with a TGI Fridays or Applebee's and my wife got the blackened mahi mahi which wasnt the greatest. BUT I would say it's a good place to hang out and I'd probably go back there for an appetizer or something.
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Pamela O.
Amazing service (in Jan 2012) and delicious food! I was impressed.
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Sue W.
This is the second time I've walked out of Yardhouse feeling like I'm nocturnal after sitting in the super dimmed dining room. I can only describe it as similar to staring at a computer screen for 8 hrs just like what I do everyday at work =P The theme of Yardhouse is Asian/American fusion which guess is true since the menu comprises of dishes like what you'd find at PF Chang and the Cheesecake Factory. The tap selection is quiet impressive and plenty of TVs all around the restaurant if you want to keep on top of what's going on in the Sports world. Other than that, Yardhouse is... ehhh okay?
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Gavin F.
I really like this place. We have been multiple times with and without kids, and have always had a good experience. My only gripe is the wait times and crowds, but not much that can be done about that with it being so popular, and so much better than nearby Wicked. The food is good - wide selection, always well cooked and presented. The beer list is amazing and we have never had anything but great service here, even when they are really busy. Strongly recommended
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James C.
If not for the huge beer selection and nice beer sampler offering this place would have gotten a solid 2 stars. The food in this place was downright mediocre. Two of the 3 entree's we ordered were quite small for the $20-25 they cost (both pasta). How often does the person with the fish dish end up with the heartiest meal?! The saving grace here is the atmosphere and the large beer list. The beer sampler was a nice offering which lets you sample 6 of their beers (they decide) for a pretty good price. The dessert was also a savior. My family had the dessert sampler while I had the chocolate stout ice cream float. Both were good. Although I dinged the food offerings I would try it again and give a few different things a try.
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Sean H.
First off, to let you know - I am not a beer enthusiast. I don't really care one whit about beer. I don't obsess over it, I don't talk about it, I don't sit around a table to discuss the fine qualities of different beers, comparing the various levels of hops. Hell, I don't even know what an IPA is. (Ok, I know what an IPA is - but only because a lot of the people I work with fit squarely into the category I've been talking about, that I fit squarely OUT of.) So I don't care about beer, and I'm not going to review it here. But I've been to the Yard House at Legacy Place twice now, for lunch. And the food and prices I have to say are quite good. Once I had the blue crab cake sandwich. It was pretty good, but I felt that it would have made a better dish without the "sandwich" part. I love crab cakes, if done well, and this was done fairly well. It also came with a lovely tomato bisque. This was one of the lunch combos which is totally affordable and a great value for the money. I also had fries which I found to be quite good, though I am a fry snob. Not many places do fries well, and this one was just above that dismal average here in New England. Or I should say Massachusetts. I have had much better fries in Vermont and New Hampshire. (Incidentally as a comparison, the best fries in Massachusetts that I have encountered was the Rattlesnake Restaurant several years ago before they jumped onto the coated fry bandwagon totally ruining them forever. And now the best fries are at Five Guys Burgers.) My second trip I had the hot pastrami sandwich and French Onion Soup. I have to say the soup was huge, compared to the smaller tomato bisque I had had on my earlier trip. And good. The French Onion Soup there is very good. The pastrami was nice, but somewhat stringy. This is the problem with pastrami for me. For me to enjoy it it has to be supple, and fall apart with every bite. It has to be shaved ultra-thin. This was well shaved, I think, but still, no bite would release itself cleanly. I had to pull at it, tug at it, to force it to release its grip on the remainder of the sandwich so I could eat it. Tasty yes, but not trivial to deal with. Now from the perspective of a beer lover, and as I said, I work with many who are TRUE beer lovers, this place must be a Mecca of sorts. Each time I've been there they have had multiple beers, usually trying out different ones, and they were all very very very pleased with each one. That's just not me.
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TIM O.
Good food ...poor service. I've been twice...there won't be a third time. My waitress was not off to a great start when my drink arrived at about 1/3 empty. After that, the appetizer arrived cold (she even said, "I wonder where your appetizer is; I ordered it a while ago." Well if she had gotten to the kitchen sooner, it might have arrived hot. Cold french fries anyone? Then my entree arrived cold as well. I'm giving it 3 stars because it could be good with a new manager.
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Julie G.
yeah. this place was ok. I won't be rushing back. I had the Hawaiian burger and it should have come with bacon or canadian bacon. The fries were of the shoestring variety and excellent. The service was attentive and friendly. Definitely a place to go with a decent sized group because the food and drink menu were varied. The prices were a bit absurd and the ambiance a bit generic. This place won't ruin your evening but it's not anything to rave about
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John F.
Fantastic food and the bar can't be beat! Looking forward to trying the Fenway location. I eat here often and my only complaint is the high employee turnover. Seems like I get a new trainee every other time I go. Overall they do a nice job though. Burgers are fantastic especially the Gorgonzola Burger, I highly reccomend it!
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Michelle L.
I have no idea why I continue to frequent this place. There is a good selection of beers, but if you want a good selection and good food you're better off at Sunset. The food seems overly salty and leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth (literally) for the rest of the day.
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Jimmy B.
My family and i, took my dad for father's day. We had to wait about 20 mins to be seated. That's what happens when u go to a great place during peek time, but it was so worth the wait! Very nice decor inside. Everyone that works there was very friendly and nice. My family loved all the food we ordered. Definitely would go back and would recommend this to a friend for a date or special occasion
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Julie B.
A bit of a mixed review. I went with my Husband who's been raving about the place. His food was excellent but mine lacked flavor. The dessert was excellent tough. I enjoyed the ambiance and the place was very full, so it had a pretty festive atmosphere. I'll go back and give it another shot.
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Lisa M.
Went here for lunch with my nieces aged 3 and 10 yesterday. The girls chose their lunch off of the kids menu while I opted for the lunch specials. We started with calamari between us since the kids love seafood. It was salty, crispy and delicious, and it came as a really large serving for an app. Actually, all of their food is served very generously. The girls got cheese pizza with fries and we couldn't believe how large their kids sized pizza was. They seemed to enjoy it a lot, especially the fries and both of them had plenty to take home as leftovers. I got the BBQ chicken pizza with Caesar salad on the side. Both were very good. The salad was fresh and the dressing was a great consistency with a nice lemony kick. The pizza was very good too with awesome crust. I want to give a shout out to the waitstaff who were particularly awesome and were very nice to the girls. Overall it was a great experience and I look forward to coming to the Yardhouse for an adult dinner and cocktails with my husband soon.
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D B.
Much better than expected. I ordered tuna. Jane (I'm assuming the manager) came by to apologize that the tuna was unavailable and was very helpful, including comping me for dessert (without me even asking for it). She was fantastic. The bartender, Dan, was also fantastic (attentive, but not overly so). I highly recommend it.
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Demetri P.
very good beer selection, helpful staff and great ahi tuna salad. as far as chain restaurants go, i think they do a great job. spaten oktoberfest and chimay trippel were two of the highlights of my evening. enjoy responsibly, i tend to get carried away with all of the beers.
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brian c.
I wen to the Yardhouse Saturday night for the Celtics. Initially told the wait would be between 1-1.5 hours. We got buzzed in about 45 minutes. We had a server named Tim, who was fantastic. He really helped make the experience good. The food was okay, I had the avocado and swiss burger and my g.f. had the fish and chips. The beer selection is fantastic, with over 100 on tap. They have a "six-pack" sampler, which is a 5oz sample of six beers. They six-pack changes every Tuesday. They give you a print-out of the beers on the sampler with a description and lsiting of the alcohol content, which is very convenient. Its not a bad deal for $8.95. I will go back again and if you have to wait, you can always walk around legacy place. They give you a buzzer and there is a lot fo store to check out ni the area.
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Rob D.
This place constantly disappoints me. Food is mediocre at best. Have been served cold food, moldy bread etc. Nothing but the beer selection and location stand out here. Overpriced for the quality that you get. Only go between 3-5 when the apps are half priced. That's all they are worth. Go to wicked pizza across the way. Much better food and actually worth the wait.
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Alex B.
Good thing they have a beer selection because this may be the only redeeming quaity to this restaurant. Tried the turkey sliders and bbq pizza. The pizza dough tasted like it was stale not even a little crunchy. The turkey burgers came out pink so i had to send them back. the only good thing about the burger was the bread it's like a hawaiian sweet bread besides that the taste was mediocre at best. You can get better food at Uno's and it's cheaper!
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Jen K.
Happened to be out at Legacy Place with a friend, and rather than hit rush hour traffic getting back to Boston, we went to Yard House for a beer and a burger. Wish we'd just started out. We'd have had a later dinner, but likely far better. It was busy, which I took to be a good sign, but after eating here can only assume it's because the people in the 'Burbs love chains. The beer list was pretty long, but not exactly inspired. Lots of basics if you're a craft beer fan, but few that you can't get in a multitude of places. But it was fine, and my beer, while not the best Dale's I've ever been poured, was good. But the burgers. Oy... We both ordered medium rare. My friend's was medium, and that's being generous. Mine however, was easily medium well. The bartender took it back to redo, and a manager came to apologize. Same manager brought the new burger and promptly took off. Never came to check. Bartender never checked either, but I blame her less. Having been a waitress in the past, if my manager ran food to an upset customer, I'd have expected him to make sure it was acceptable. Well, round two was possibly 2 degrees less than the first, maybe. They were pretty much the same doneness. A second manager came over who apologized again and comped both burgers. Left with a bad taste in my mouth. Definitely reluctant to ever go back. I've eaten burgers at Chili's that were cooked properly, and if they can get it right Yard House should be able to as well! Will give them a second star due to the second manager who spoke to us.
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Mister D.
I've only been there once, but my daughter and I had a great time there. I would describe it as a kind of modern pub/restaurant. The draft beer selection is impressive, I've never seen a wider one. We had a few different beers between us and they were all fresh tasting. Considering that one of our selections was from a near empty keg ( I saw a bartender flush the line and install a new keg not long after we bought ours), I would say that they handle their stock with care. The bartenders worked well with each other, so that we never had to wait for our beers, nor were any pushed on us. I must add that they were very friendly and attentive, having worked in the business years ago, I appreciate that. We didn't eat, but the food that we saw being served to nearby patrons looked great, very generous servings. If the prices were lower I would have gone ahead and given it 5 stars even without having eaten, just for the bar alone. I will go back eventually but I'm still paying for 3 college tuitions so my visits will be sparse for a while. It was very busy and somewhat loud, on the night we went which might be a turn off for some, but to me it's just a part of the atmosphere which I enjoy when I go out for a few good beers and conversation.
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tony m.
OMG. i think you need to be fourteen and starving from a day-long soccer game to enjoy this place. i can't remember the last time i ordered salads and appetizers and literally thought they were too gross to finish. how can you mess up lettuce or fried food? garbage. complete garbage. it was like a nightmare of cheap frozen ingredients. there are plenty of fun bars where pub-style food is available and it's good quality. this was simply garbage. ew. and fruit flies everywhere and servers who just try to sell you things. actually, when we arrived, we had to wait 20 minutes while the servers/mgrs argued over "who gets them". it was atrocious. ew again.
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Melissa Y.
If you like beer, you have to come here. I first started going to Yard Houses when I lived in San Diego. there are about 150+ beers on tap from all over the world. You have the option of ordering a half yard, but if you don't drink your beer fast enough it gets warm. I don't recommend it. Yardhouse has a pretty interesting menu with lots of choices. Everything I've had so far is pretty good. It's a good place to go with kids since it's so loud already. Tons of TVs all over the place so it's also a good place to go watch a game. Another plus, there's parking! The wait can be long but you can shop while you wait. They don't take reservations.
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Cole L.
went after the movies. place is huge, good atmosphere, lively, and it was packed on a Wednesday night at 10:30! half priced apps is a good thing! Hawaiian poke tuna app for $6 is nothing to complain about especially since it was huge!! I will go again, there are not many of these places around.
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Courtney C.
Terrible food-way overpriced- went there with my boyfriend and another couple for dinner and drinks. After receiving a $300 bill, my friend and I decided to split it. Waitress takes both credit cards and never comes back. About ten mins later, the manager comes over to inform us that our waitress accidently charged my friends card twice instead because "the cards look the same". After telling us that it could not be voided and that it would take three days to correct this mistake, he appologizes and walks away. Shocked, my friends and I sat there for a few mins talking it over. We realized that her checking account would now be overdrawn due to the waitress' mistake and that she could not withdraw any money, write any checks, or use her card for 3 days! We called the manager back over to express our concern and he told us that he could in no way give us any compensation. No gift cards, no free desserts, no "let me take the appetizer off of your bill for you".....NOTHING! He wrote down an email address for some other special manager in California and told us to email her with our complaint. WTF?!?! Don't go here...food is gross and it will cost you a fortune. Terrible customer service.
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L K.
so, I went back a second time, hoping I just got a bad bartender for my first experience and this time had a good experience. the food was fine and service good, I will go back again.
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Daniel A.
My wife and I really enjoy the Yard House - love the atmosphere (tons of huge TVS everywhere showing every game imaginable), the drink selection (100+ BEERS ON TAP!!) and the food is excellent....although I've seen somewhat of a decline from when it first opened over the last few visits. The wait on Fri & Sat nights is out of control, too, but I guess that's not much they can do about that. Situated in the middle of Legacy Place shopping area, you can totally kill the wait by doing some serious damage to your credit cards. :)
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Michael B.
Obviously the beer selection is its raison d'être, but would it kill them to include prices and sizes? The food is plenty good - the nachos were among the best I've had locally. But classic rock, emphasized so much it's part of the logo? Classic rock is lame, sorry folks. I'm not saying they should play hip hop or some obscure indie bands. Clasic Rock? I think they are targeting a slightly-over-the-hill crowd, with their fat wallets, and mom jeans.
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Alexis M.
Love the beer selection obviously. Both times I have gone, the calamari was the bomb! The best I've had! Had a small bowl of their CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP....YUMMMMM! One of the best soups I've had anywhere, would love a bowl right now thinking of it! Eager for my next visit! :)
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Tanika R.
HALF PRICED APPS 3-6 Monday-Friday. I work nearby and this is the best happy hour deal around. Which is why I'm giving it 4 stars. With that being said this is the only time I go to Yard House (and i have been several times) I consider the food to be over priced and not worth it during other hours. My faves are the calamari, jerk wings, spinach dip. The BBQ chicken pizza is OK. I didn't like the Bearnaise sliders...but at a reduced price you cant beat it. LOTS of BEERs on tap is their specialty. You can sample two for free and they vary in prices. So even if your not a beer drinker I'm sure you can find something you'll like
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Lisa C.
I've never heard of the Yard House before. After I went I went home and looked up locations, they are mostly out west in California. I really enjoyed the yard house because I had no clue what to expect. What drew me and my friend in was the largest selection of beers. We had no clue what to expect. We walked in and sat at the bar, the bar tenders were welcoming and very friendly and there to serve. I was stunned by the beer selection. I am not a huge beer drinker but I feel like there is something for everyone. Lots of selections leaving you to come back and try. We counted 58 beers on our side of the bar so we only figured there was the same amount on the other side and then 15 on the sides making it over 120 beer selection. The hard liquor drinks are rather pricey martini's are 10.25 and other types were 9.25 or 9.75. The watermelon martini is delicious. The buffalo wings were very good. The wings were slightly crispy, hot, and tender, very good wings came with ranch dressing, there were 10 wings total. We split them as a snack and between the both of us there was not enough ranch. The yard house was great and left me and my friend wanting to come back to try other foods as well as drinks. They also have the beer sampler where you can try a 3oz glass of beer for $1, which next time I go, I will try. Very good experience. Wait staff was great!
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Sweetdreams S.
Went for drinks the soft-opening night (saturday). A broad spectrum of beer selections. Mixed drinks were delicious. Would come back to try the salads and for more cocktails.
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Tanya K.
Half price happy hour apps plus an amazing tap beer selection equals bliss. Above average pub fare and great service. We went on the earlier end and were seated right away. We weren't rushed, and were treated quite well. I recommend the Watermelon Wheat beer and the ahi tuna appetizer. We'll definitely be back.
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Joanne O.
I work until 11 so I figured I would order take out from Yard House. I placed my order before I left work so it would be ready when I got there. With Kings, the theater and Yard house at that end of the mall it is very difficult to get parking on a Sat night anywhere near the place. So after finding a parking spot I grab some cash and go to get my order. I was stopped at the door by a very unfriendly man asking me for my ID. I told him I was just picking up an order to go. He said "I still need to see your ID". All the way back to my car got my ID and went back. After being granted access to the inner chamber, I pass through the next door and was barred from going further by a young lady demanding my right wrist. I wasn't sure what she said because it is soooooo loud in there so I politely say "excuse me" her words were " I need your right wrist" I asked "what for" she again said "right wrist" Now I'm getting angry and say "I'm just picking up and order to go" only at that time she allows me to pass. At the desk there are 5 people standing there just looking at me so I have to ask if I can pick up my order. A very nice young man helped me. After arguing about who was going to see if my order was ready a very sullen girl went to get my order. I was then allowed to leave. Here are my thoughts! When someone approaches the door and clearly look older than say 40 and states they are picking up an order......they are JUST picking up an order. And the girl barring the inside entrance may want to be not so aggressive and maybe ask "May I help you" instead of demanding "right wrist" And the hostesses need an attitude adjustment, they were quite bitchy. I get the impression that they just want to be a night club after 10.
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B M.
We just beat the rush, the madness, by getting there at 5:40. We tried a couple of different beers, they have like a hundred or something on tap, a great and diverse selection. We were feeling bar foodish, so we tried the burger with blue cheese and a burger with swiss and avacoda. Both were well above average and cooked just the way we wanted. The avacoda burger had some type of sauce on it that was just delicious. Both burgers were large and they came with a ton of little fries which were unique and tasty. The dishes in general were well above the average Boston area fare. The service was good and the setting was pretty cool. There is outdoor seating, a huge rectangular wrap around bar in the middle of the place, plus many zones of seating. The place has a very open seating plan and good views of tv's or of the whole place for people watching. Plenty of parking and a good location. I would recommend giving this place a try, if for nothing else sampling some beers and and to have a little food.
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boston y.
excellent food, damn good atmosphere.. and the bar and beers.. go people what are you waiting for.. get drenched in beer !!!
(5)
Ellen L.
My husband and I went on a Thursday to meet a group for a birthday party. Even with reservations we waited a really long time after arriving to be seated. The fiancee of the birthday woman actually missed most of the celebration-as he had to leave to study even though he had made a reservation to allow plenty of time. While waiting we stood in the very crowded and noisy bar area and had a couple beers. There is a giant selection on tap, although not the most interesting selection. The bad part is there are no prices on the menus and it was a little shocking to find out how much pricier it was than BBC or Sunset Grille which have better selections and prices listed. The nachos were great and a big serving. My dinner was OK but nothing special. It is pretty good place but overpriced and too long a wait if you don't want to part with $100 for 2 on a weeknight for a couple beers and a just OK dinner.
(3)
Mike T.
My girlfriend and I went for the first time this past Tuesday 4/27 and had a FANTASTIC experience! To start, we were seated immediately and served shortly thereafter. At 24 and 25 yrs old we were excited to sample the beers, of which they have plenty, from all over the world of every type. You cant ask for a better selection. We ordered 3 apps: the raw ahi which was very tender and pleasantly flavorful, the Korean beef which featured a perfect cut of meat and was seasoned really well and the spinach cheese dip with crispy fresh flatbread. The quality of the food was very fresh and cooked to perfection. Over the course of our visit we were waited on/helped by 8 different employees yet they managed not to be overbearing. Refills were prompt, as was clearing of our table and everyone was very friendly. Considering quality of food, timeliness of service and selection of beers, this place really earned 5 stars.
(5)
Debra C.
So many different beers for my husband to try and yummy cocktails for me! The burgers are outstanding and so is the turkey cobb which I can't seem to stop ordering. I look forward to returning again soon.
(5)
Tara T.
Went here again last night. My boyfriend and I have been here twice and once to the Fenway location. I MUCH prefer this one in Dedham. The staff is more friendly & the crowd is less of the annoying frat boy variety that pours into the Fenway one before & after games. I wish I could remember our server's name, because he was GREAT! I'm a waitress and I always appreciate good service. He was right on top of drinks and spacing our courses out, and everything came out perfectly. My boyfriend is obsessed with the grilled artichoke, we always get some edamame & the onion rings have to be top of my list as far as apps go. They also change the menu up quite a bit which is nice. He had the porcini crusted halibut last night and it was soo good (and I don't even like mushrooms). I had the gorgonzola & pear flatbread and a salad, both of which were delicious. The wait here can get out of control, so call ahead and when it's nice out, try to get an outside table, so worth it!
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Aaron R.
This is a great place to bring friends and watch a game. The beer selection is overwhelming and they have a see through wall where is looks as if they are brewing beer (I didn't ask). But the food was the surprise. At the price, great value and very interesting food. My girlfriend has the clam chowder and the lettuce wraps filled with the grilled tiger shrimp. Delicious and different presentation and lettuce than P F Chang's which is also in the Legacy Place. I had the New York Steak Salad that was a delight of interesting and tasty treats. Besides the field greens there were potatoes cooked and pommes frites, roasted peppers, avocado, green beans, tomato and fried pickled egg & gorgonzola vinaigrette. OMG what a pleasure to eat. I will go again. Only drawback, very noisy
(4)
L B.
I can't say enough good things about this place. I have only been there once but I have been dying to go back. Every single thing we ordered was phenomenal. Their drink menu was incredible. It was just as big as the food menu and had so many choices. I was in heaven. They have the best onion rings I have ever had and I don't really like onion rings. It's a little pricy, but you definitely get what you pay for. Their booths are enormous so you never have to worry about having enough room. You could easily fit a group of 8 in one booth with no problem. Maybe even a group of 10. The menu is full of variety and is gauranteed to have something for everyone. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. Oh one last VERY important thing: after 9 or 10 pm on the weekends (or in general?) you MUST be 21 and present a proper form of ID to be at the restaurant. We met up with friends who lived relatively far from Legacy Place and my friend lost her license and didn't have her passport because she didn't know. She was of age but we had a real hard time convincing them to allow her to come in. Luckily we were able to talk to the manager who said she would allow her to come in but she could NOT drink at the table. If she saw her drinking, she would ask us all to leave. Fair enough. We were all able to enjoy our food and drinks (for my friend, just the food) and had a great time. Hopefully I will go back soon!
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Gee M.
Had a great lunch here. The beer sampler was fun, and the two apps we had--spicy tuna roll and lettuce wrap were both delicious. The small desserts--lemon mousse and peach cobbler were just the right size. Service was excellent. Well thought out design--not sure what Patrick M is complaining about. I will be back! If you believe all chains are inherently evil, then I guess I see your point, but if you're after good food and good service, then I recommend this place.
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john s.
I have been twice and every time this place has been great!!!! The wait staff has been super nice everytime no matter how busy it is. The food is AMAZING!! I suggest getting there around 4 or 4:30, any later expect 60-90 min wait...but well worth it!
(5)
Kels M.
I've been here a few times and each time was just great! I've gone on the weekend, so the wait time is usually about 30 minutes, but it's well worth it. It's located right next to the Showcase Cinema De Lux, so perfect to grab a bite to eat before or after seeing a movie. My favorite mixed drink would be the "Cherry Limeaid" .. Delicious! Entree: Turkey Burger sliders. Dessert: Freshly baked hot brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and hot fudge & there is enough of it to share with a date or friends!
(5)
Ryan S.
Awesome beer selection and food that is, overall, pretty solid. The burgers are great and the clam chowder is surprisingly good. The beer selection simply cannot be beat.
(4)
Kevin K.
My favorite go to restaurant when I don't know where to go. Usually I just get the street tacos and truffle fries. My favorite is their limited special taco which is the blackened shrimp taco. The baja fish taco is always great as well.
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Jeff M.
Food is just ok. I think it's a bit over priced Drinks are weak n small Service is very slow at bar. Maybe a two star is best I can give to this
(2)
Nicholas U.
Came here after a movie with some friends. Waited quite a while because the hostess forgot about us, despite our group being the only group waiting for a table inside the place. One of the hostess' came over to us and asked us "What are you doing here?". That's a great start. After being seated, our server was spot on. The prices for almost anything food related was overpriced. We decided on the street tacos from someone's recommendation and damn were they some good street tacos. Me and my fiance split a few different flavors and all were amazing. A couple others at our table got normal entrees and they didn't look like anything special. They wished they had our awesome street tacos instead.
(3)
Shir L.
Update: Came here during patriots playoffs and it was semi crowded. Steak sub w/fries All out of seasonal beer due to the snow storm =( Initial Visit: My friend really liked this place and I've never been here so I decided to try it out. Our server Seth was good. Truffle fries - expected Rib eye was deliciously med rare. Right on the money. Citrus Agave Caipirinh was ok Brazilian mai tai was ok Grapefruit sparkling cocktail was light and refreshing. Bbq chicken salad was good flavor wise. My plate was topped with everything from chips and dressing, except the lettuce/veggies. The chicken was beyond dry, even though its covered in bbq sauce. Macadamia nut cheesecake
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Alex R.
I love Yardhouse. I am very surprised it does not have a better rating. Probably because they are SO busy. I used to work at the movie theater and frequent often. They have a TON of GREAT beers and there food is EXCELLENT. Getting a wide variety of beers and food that isn't your normal American fare is difficult to find, NOT HERE. Their prices are also reasonable for the area they are in. Their waitstaff is very knowledgeable about beer and if you catch a pro, well you are in for a treat! You can also sit outside which is a big plus! Yardhouse is definitely my go-to when I am in the area!
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Amanda J.
My family and I came here for lunch and had mixed opinions. First of all, our waitress was very slow to come over and take drink and appetizer orders. Then, it took over 10 minutes to get our drinks and another 10 for appetizers. The food was really good (spicy edamame and boneless buffalo wings) and held us over until our lunch came. I got the lunch special (mixed green salad and individual BBQ chicken pizza) with a side of sweet potato fries and was very satisfied. My mom's meal, on the other hand, proved very disappointing. She got the kung-pao calamari and it came out completely cold. When she told the waitress, the waitress seemed less than concerned and sent the manager over to deal with it. Another plate was sent over but, by that time, we were ready to leave. I'd recommend the Yardhouse to get drinks if you aren't in a rush but the service and food wasn't anything to write home about.
(2)
Brian E.
Since Yard House got bought out the food quality has really suffered. Went with the wife and dad. Every appetizer was 10$ and up. There was even an app that was 17$ so we went with snacks. Truffle fries great as usual but the chips and guac portion size was absolutely terrible. We literally got a handful of chips and a scoop of guacomole for 5.50$ , absolutely ridiculous. Our salads were just a regular ceasar with a tiny piece of salmon for 17$ each. Ill tell you this. I can go to a gourmet restaurant for cheaper than this. FYI Yard house you can stop pricing your prepackaged food as if its a top shelf 5 star restaurant , its not. Beer selection is great. Thats about it. Ive had food before at Yard House but since the same company that owns olive garden bought them out obviously theyre more concerned with bottom line than quality. Step it up.
(1)
Lauren C.
Let me start this off by saying I am not a chain restaurant venturing kind of person. I'm a big fan of family run, hole in the wall, local type places.... but Yard House (and this location in particular) is the exception the the rule. I've been to a couple of different Yard House locations and this one takes the cake. Others have been either greasy, under-cooked, over-cooked, or just way too plain. The Korean short rib tacos are amazing; typically I'd just go to a Korean restaurant if I'm craving korean short rib but dang, Yard House gets it right. The chicken tinga taco is a tad heavy but very delicious. If you're a fan of feta.... you should definitely try the tinga. The New York steak salad is innnnnnncredible. We order it medium rare but it kinda always comes out at medium. Everything about this salad is great; green beans, avocado, homemade potato chips, pickled egg, tossed with a gorgonzola vinaigrette. It's very filling as well but still light. Appetizers I recommend: spicy edamame (this is 5 star good), Korean short rib app, guacamole (not a very large portion, good serving size for 2), queso dip (very heavy, to be shared amongst group of friends.) Beer enthusiast alert: Sample the Wormtown 'Bee Hoppy' and Clownshoes 'Gallactica!'
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Jennifer Y.
I went here with a couple of friends for fun girls night out. The menu is extensive a wide variety of drinks and food. I got the Nashville hot chicken man o man was this everything I wanted a fried chicken cutlet, pancakes made out of sweet potato and a fabulous bourbon syrup to go with it and chicken crispy and spiced w the right heat. The apps amazing. We got the artichoke and spinach dip, deviled eggs w candied bacon yes, candied bacon ! One of my friends ordered salmon but manager came to her direct and apologized and suggested similar option. Management super friendly as well as wait staff. I would def eat at again !!!
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Portia J.
Portion sizes are horrible. Seating is awesome. Had a great Truffle burger. The server Nikki is awesome, extremely knowledgeable and kind. We were a party of 6 and she made sure we had all the drinks we needed including making sure our waters were always full. I would def come back again but just for apps and lots and lots of beer.
(3)
Stephanie G.
I had a great experience at Yard House in Dedham, MA this evening. A group of friends and I celebrated my 25th birthday in style with an array of delicious appetizers and a lovely sampling of deserts to finish off our meal. Maureen was our server and she rocked! ...was very friendly and approachable. Our manager Stephen provided an excellent and memorable experience. Thank you!
(5)
Emily A.
Jam packed, so people obviously like it. Very guy's guy kind of place. Great beer list. Nice to have 3 glass size options. Are you kidding me with the large size option though? Awesome if you're missing your kegger college days? If everyone at a table is drinking these, the server should honestly give someone yellow caution tape to put on the car that will be driven home. If you don't want to talk to the people you're out with, this is your spot. Ridiculously loud, dungeon dark and plenty of TVs to turn your attention towards. We've tried the Yard House a few times -- here and at Lynnfield (always at the prodding of my husband, hmm...) But this was last time. I don't have a sensitive stomach but this meal sent both of us racing to the bathroom. Never again. Tasted ok but terrible results! Based on tonight's experience I'd give a 1 star but based on other experiences that were probably a 3, I'm rounding this to a 2. Next time we're driving on Rt 95 and hungry, we'll pass.
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Justin M.
I typically love the Yardhouse. I went last Saturday and was extremely disappointed. The service was great, the ambiance and beer is always great but the food was just so bad. I ordered the Korean pork belly tacos with spicy rice and beans. The rice seemed as if it came right out of the fridge and the taco shells were supposed to be soft but were stale and the beans were ice cold as well. I did not want to complain to my waitress because she was so sweet and she was extremely busy and seemed a tad stressed. My girlfriend had the lettuce wraps and hers was piping hot and delicious. I am not sure if the kitchen just screwed the ticket times up or what but I was disappointed with my experience. I view the Yardhouse as a treat since it is a bit pricy but it is worth it most times, just not this time.
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Debbie G.
Went here on Monday night with friends, we were a group of 6 total. There was a 30 min wait which wasn't bad since they give you a beeper and a 3 store radius!! We were able to sit outside which was nice since the weather was beautiful. The menu was fine. I had a burger and fries which were average!!! The beer menu is pretty nice. I enjoyed a few of the hard ciders! :) our waiter was great, I wish I could remember his name but he rocked!!!
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Ali L.
Nice location, and open late. The late night happy hour gave me a solid impression, as did the massive selection of beers on tap. I'm a fan.
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Shasha W.
Good drink menu. Always crowded so could be a wait. Very loud..If they are going for the "bar" feel they sure achieved it. If you want to be able to converse with the person that your are with then this is not the place you want to go unless you like to yell to talk.
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Elizabeth T.
I've been to this Yard House many times, because they are great at checking on my allergy every time I go. The food is also excellent, I've only had one thing that I thought was okay, the rest of everything I've tried has been excellent, especially the Korean BBQ beef. Service is also wonderful at this restaurant. I rarely have an empty water or iced tea, food is always served with a smile and the waiters, waitresses, host saff and managers are all very friendly. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a good solid meal, but if you go during prime time be prepared to wait!
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Mindy L.
Yard House is a really solid, decent spot to find a great draft beer and get some yummy comfort food. There are a ton of food options to go with the ridiculous rotating draft beer selection. The Spinach dip, onion rings, korean bbq short rib are all never-fail options for appetizers. Their burgers are solid as well. On this past visit, I decided to try a special from their St. Patrick's Day menu and I ordered the Guiness Shepherd's Pie. The waitress kept talking it up and I figured, why not!? When it came out, I just looked astounded...because it literally was like a whole pie. The size of a WHOLE PIE. I can't profess to be educated on what "traditional" Shepherd's Pie is, but growing up...I always had beef, corn and potatoes baked in a casserole dish. This was more of a beef pot pie. I've never had Shepherd's Pie with a crust before, but perhaps that's actually how it's traditionally made? I dunno. I would have liked it more if I had ordered it knowing what I was getting, but what I thought I was ordering was not what I got. If' I'm rating the dish as a Beef Pot Pie...it was really tasty. As a Shepherd's Pie, it missed the mark. Yard House continues to be, in my opinion, a good spot for decent bar food and great beer selection!
(3)
Rick B.
Love Yard House. Been there with friends, taken family and our little kids - servers are really into it - the place is always packed and most importantly there is an extensive menu with a million items ranging from burgers to vegetarian chicken wings?! And a huge bar. So everyone from our 4 year old kid to my 80 year old mother left happy. Hard to do. There is a long wait most nights, so plan accordingly.
(5)
Manfred S.
Great truffle burger. Good beer. Nice service, but a little bit too noisy to have conversation. The only drawback - I need to drive to get there. However, if I stayed at a hotel within walking distance, I would get shitfaced here.
(4)
Brenna O.
So many beers to choose from. That's the only good thing about this place. Loud music, terrible food, terrible service. And the manager Jane just does not seem to care.
(1)
Melissa L.
Food's only okay. I like the wings and truffle fries. But chowder, tacos, and shrimp app quality is disappointing. I've been to many locations and the quality of food has diminished. Beer drinkers love it for all the draft and it's a typical bar restaurant. Loud, lots of screens. Service was only okay.
(3)
Jennifer G.
I've been a loyal customer of Yardhouse for years now, and the food has never disappointed me! The reason I'm not giving this restaurant five stars is because of the service. It's really hit or miss. I've had multiple occasions where the service has been so terrible that I've needed to talk to their manager. Otherwise though, I love coming here for the food and drinks. Food -- just about everything I've tried has been delicious. I'm a huge fan of their burgers and truffle fries! For appetizers, try the onion ring tower...or more truffle fries. I also really enjoy their lobster mac and cheese as well as their jambalaya pasta. Drinks -- pages and pages of beers, enough for everyone to be happy. If you want to get really happy, go for their yardsticks (Yardhouse, you have to!). If you're not in the mood for a beer, they have a decently sized list of cocktails as well. Great place to come on a weekend night for drinks or to watch whatever sports games are on TV. They have multiple TVs playing multiple games all around the restaurant!
(4)
Maria F.
We went there on a Monday afternoon around lunch time. It wasn't packed at all which was great. My boyfriend and I started off with a snack size of truffle fries. The fries had a great flavor to them. They were thin cut and crunchy. The only negative part was as we got to the bottom of the bowl the oil overpowered the fries which caused them to be mushy and too oily to enjoy. My boyfriend ordered the truffle burger with a side of tomato bisque soup. He enjoyed the burger. Again, the truffle flavor was great and was not too overpowering on the burger. The soup tasted a little burnt which made it hard for him to enjoy. I ordered the lunch combo of margarita pizza and clam chowder. The margarita pizza had great flavor and was a good size. The only things I would change would be smaller pieces of garlic and tomato. The pieces were pretty large and the garlic could be a little too much at times. My chowder was delicious, creamy, and was filled with clams. Sometimes when you order clam chowder it can be more cream and potato and not much clams..this was not the case! I'd love to visit again and explore some other menu options.
(4)
Morgan T.
I have been here four or five times and everything I have had here has been delicious. The burgers are to die for, the onion ring tower is fantastic, the boneless buffalo chicken appetizer is great and I loved the Strawberry Fields Martini I got. The reasons I didn't give five stars is because it is a little pricey, the environment is insanely loud, you can barely here the person next to you speaking to you and because the menu is a little eclectic for me. I may have simple tastes but many of their menu items have odd additions to them that don't sound very appealing to me. However, they have no issue special ordering things, I have gone there with THE pickiest eater I know and she still manages to find something she likes. Also if you like beer this is a great place for you, over 100 beers on tap! I don't care for beer but they still have an expansive drink menu featuring many different margaritas, martinis and a lot of different wines! Definitely will be eating here again!
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Anthony B.
Usually too long of a wait to be seated. Not much space at the bar, very crowded. The food and drinks are good, but not worth the wait if you are very hungry.
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Mark Z.
The perfect spot - incredible beer selection, excellent food, party atmosphere and really good service. I sat at the bar and took Stephens advice and ordered the Carnitas Enchilada Stack which was absolutely fantastic. With 100'ish beers on tap the evening couldn't go wrong. Highly recommend this place.
(5)
Gary D.
I'd really like to give this place 3.5 stars. Pluses Awesome beer list Good menu, food tasty & nice presentation but nothing outstanding. Minuses Noisy Pricey Service was spotty.
(4)
Dang P.
This was my second visit and the food was just as good as the first time. The servers and staff were attentive and accommodating. The place is always filled with diners and they do not take reservation. Many beers to choose from. Pricing were reasonable, give this place a try you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Beth C.
Great spot to catch the game and try some different beers. Extensive draft beer list. I like trying different kinds of beers so that was fun. The menu has a lot of different kinds of options - burgers, asian, pizza, cajun, you name it. I went with family and took a round table for seven. With two small children tagging along, we appreciated that the place was actually a little on the loud side. We felt like we could enjoy the meal without worrying that the kids were being loud and bothering anyone else in the restaurant. I liked that the table for seven was a large round table. I think round tables make it much easier for everyone to talk to each other. I would definitely go back.
(4)
Francis R.
Really great service! Nikita was really a warm spot Of the heart', friendly spontaneous service and Great beer and wings
(4)
Kelly N.
I visited the Yard House on a Sunday night during Memorial Day Weekend. We were able to get a table right away and our waitress was very friendly. I loved the atmosphere of the place and seeing the huge wall of draft beers. I ordered the Pepper Crusted Gorgonzola Burger and my boyfriend ordered the Lamb Burger. Both were cooked to perfection and came with thinly sliced fries - just the way I like them! I know the Yard House is technically a chain restaurant, but boy do I wish I had this chain in South Jersey!
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Vincent M.
Solid place right here. Date night here with the wife a few weeks ago. Brutal heat out, super humid so we thought we'd escape here for a little bit. Sat down, ordered drinks and told the waitress we wanted a slow dinner. She was totally cool with it, told us to order when we're ready etc. Ordered some appetizers, she let us do our thing. Delicious chicken nachos, little light on the guac but I get it, avocados are expensive. Little while later, we ordered our mains. Terrific dinner. I've yet to have a bad experience at this place. Wait staff is attentive, patient and gives you space. Have never felt suffocated here. A+
(5)
Em B.
The food is okay. The menu has a huge selection but they have all funky addings to the original recipes. The drink menu is great but not worth the $ (it would be if they cut the prices about $1-2). I've been here 5 times and it really depends on who you get as a waiter/waitress. There are 2 AWESOME servers here, Josie and I forget the other guys name. :( But the other times, the servers were not very attentive. I can totally understand and empathize that the place is busy, but not checking to see what we want for a drink until 30 min after we sit, then another 30 min for food, then another hour for the check. I actually had to flag her down to get her attention after all of that time. This place is a miss unless you get one of the 2 good servers here.
(3)
Brian H.
Wish I could leave a real review but after landing at Boston Logan, was ooking forward to trying Yard House so drove there from the airport en route to Rhode Island. Was lucky to find a spot at the bar but sat and sat and sat with no acknowledgement from the bartender. After 10mins of waiting and not being greeted or even given a menu, I walked out annoyed into the cold Massachusetts evening. Service clearly leaves a lot to be imagined. Wish I could comment on the food, but never even got that far.
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Peter R.
Usually a great visit but it started with me staring at my drink near service bar for 10 minutes. Even when I asked the server she mentioned that servers run drinks... so after four servers skipped my drink I got up and grabbed it myself. Now on 20 minutes and we haven't gotten an appetizer in yet. It's definitely been exciting because she's hot! Finally got our order in, told it was shift change. In the business I understand the pain that tends to be on a Saturday afternoon. Ordered our second round and watched the game unfold again. We did get to order 2 peppercorn filet medium rare both came out incorrectly. My plate was scalding hot and my guests plate was just warm. My steak was well done and her steak was medium. They recooked my steak and it was delicious, the manager did return to check on us. We finished and left... The 3 stars were for this visit... I know they're great for a five star visit
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Gene L.
Decent place to grab a meal if you want to watch a game on one of their many TVs. The beer list is extremely comprehensive, which was definitely a plus. The food however, was where i think things were lacking. Although there were lots of options, none of the food my party had particularly stood out, and no one could finish their truffle fries at my table because there was too much truffle oil on it. Also, they forgot to bring out a dish that someone in my party had ordered. To their credit, they did come by and bring us the dish to go as we were leaving. As the night went on, it got extremely noisy and crowded at the restaurant.
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Emily R.
I've experienced better at the Yardhouse in Fenway to be exact (step it up Dedham)... I came here the other night, we called ahead and we asked if we could be seated outside, unless something inside was available first.. they said okay...I said thank you .. she said.. "yeah" and hangs up.... Actually NO. We get there and we check in, I asked Kristen (I believe), if we would be able to be seated outside... she responds... "well yeah, thats what it was made for?" and walks away with menus...we followed and sat outside... Unacceptably rude. Service was not great, our server seemed really distracted, messed up little things that weren't a big deal but were annoying. I got a margarita and it came out with sugar..even though I specified salt..and in the same glasses they put water in... not that appealing. We didn't even order another round of drinks because they took SO LONG to come out the first time...and our server was very MIA (until it was time to pay). Food was very good as always, we had chicken lettuce wraps, buffalo wings, and sweet potato fries! mm!
(2)
Irina V.
We came in yesterday (March 26) for lunch. I saw Alex serving the bar tables next to the windows and asked to be seated right there! Last time we had Alex was like 8 months ago. I told my husband look there he is! Lets go there! As always Alex is so attentive and so polite. He knows when to check on us and he is good with timing on drinks! Now I know when we come we can ask if he is there and request him! Food was fresh and delicious! But please leave Chimay Triple in the menu :) Thanks!
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Leah K.
I really love going to The Yard House (great food, fun atmosphere) but after frequent slow service my past few visits, this weekend was ridiculous. We needed to be somewhere at 9:30, so we thought arriving at 7:00 for dinner would give us enough time. We ended up JUST getting to our destination (7 minutes away) right on time. Here's why. We were quoted a 25-35 minute wait. After 50 minutes, I asked what the status was. The staff told me that they were just preparing a table for us. 15 minutes later (after seeing parties seated who had arrived after us (parties of 2 sitting at a 4 top)) I was mad. I went in and told the hostess that we had been told our table was just about ready, 15 minutes ago. She sort of shrugged her shoulders. I'm not sure what I wanted her to offer us...but not only were we waiting twice as long as expected, but the staff just told us things to keep us quiet. Once we were finally seated, it took about 15 minutes to get our drinks on the table. We hurried through our food (delicious 4 cheese pizza and amazing bbq cheddar burgers) and got the heck out of dodge. I felt bad for hurrying our waitress, but the front end of the house caused a bit of a pile up as far as I'm concerned.
(3)
Emily L.
How can go you wrong with a chocolate stout beer float and an order of spicy jambalaya?? I always get these items when I come here. The jambalaya is never off par. Writing this review makes me want to go and get some again! The staff is always really friendly. I asked for bread last time and they were nice enough to grab me some since the restaurant does not do bread to start.
(5)
Maryan P.
Great vegetarian and vegan options with their Gardein products. Hummus appetizer and Gardein (nonmeat) deliciouus buffalo wiings. Yum. Oh and their beer selection is great too.
(5)
Yelena W.
Great Beer Collection. Free parking. Nice food and good service.
(5)
Nancy Y.
We eat here every year that we visit Dedham. The cheddar burger is at the top of my burger list. Juicy and flavorful. You won't be disappointed. The fries are yummy also.
(4)
Virginia W.
I have been here a number of times and it's been the same every time. Huge line during dinner- usually about a 45min wait. Haven't been here during lunch hours so I can't comment on that. They have an excellent selection of beer- probably one of the biggest in the state. I'm not a huge beer person so it's nice to have a variety of other ciders to drink and lots of wine. The half yard is about 2.5/3 beers. The food is great! I've had multiple burgers and they've all been consistently good- the fries are almost like shoestring fries. The nachos are a huge portion- it can easily be a full meal so don't fill up too quickly. Truffle fries and sweet potato fries are on point. Calamari is pretty basic. Onion rings are delicious, especially the dipping sauces they come with. The most recent entree I've tried is the Blackened Swordfish Tacos- they were good for the most part and it didn't taste too much like fish; the spicy sticky rice was a bit hard and the baked beans were mediocre. The downside is that it's pretty noisy and very crowded. The service isn't always the greatest. I feel like half the time I have to waive down the waitstaff. It's understandable that they are very busy since it's a busy place but waiting as long as we have to for a check can get rather annoying. Overall it's a good place for a relatively small group but not a good place for something intimate.
(4)
Amelia S.
Came here for lunch and it was good. Service was a little lack-luster...we seemed to wait quite a bit for our food (which was fine because we were with friends- but we had a baby) even though the table behind us ordered way later and got there food way earlier. I will be back because it's easy, reasonable, and has tons of room! Might want to consider some lunch specials.
(3)
Wilson L.
Normally at any restaurant where I find hair in my food - one star. But the manner in which our server and the managers proceeded with the situation is what made me give Yardhouse a 3. Our server apologized and the manager (who had just started) came over and apologized. They took care of our bill (which was small) and offered me a substitution but at that point my appetite was done. I appreciate the effort they put in to still try to make it a enjoyable experience.
(3)
R K.
Prior visit at the Yonkers NY Ridge Hill location resulted in an average easily forgotten experience. I did however enter here with a open mind hoping for the best. So much for optimism... Place is dark - very dark. Service appears to be in the dark as well. Initial drink orders came out promptly however three (3) requests had to be made before additional water was received. For appetizers we shared the nachos which took awhile. Once received they were enjoyed but never finished. Why? Here came our mains planted before us before we were ready. Gone were the nachos... Inexcusable... The Ahi Tuna Sandwich was dry and unacceptable. As was the accompanying salad with - unbelievably - soy sauce as dressing. Needless to say the dish couldn't be finished. The Ahi crunchy salad was boring in flavor - barely acceptable. All other orders were average - nothing more. I find the concept of hundred plus beers anywhere unnecessary. However if that's your thing - drink and be merry...and eat elsewhere. Besides - The place needs to "lighten up"...
(1)
J B.
This is the worst bar/service experience you can imagine. The bartenders are robots. They don't care about the costumer and proceed to go through the motions of their job. Not welcoming at all. They seemed annoyed at the fact that they are working. A smile and hello goes a long way. The food is nothing to write home about. Often cold and plain simple edible. They are lucky they are the only bar that large in the area. The beer selection and free parking is all they have going for them.
(1)
Clara R.
I can't really recomend this place to anyone due and only due to the service wich sucked. I'm sorry Yard house your burgers where too dry and your food was overated and overpriced . Won't be going back.
(1)
Mark B.
Went here with friends a few weeks ago. A busy place, which is usually a good sign. We were seated after a little wait and I was handed a menu. I was floored at the selection of beers. I love a good beer, that night, I discovered some great beers. The server was knowledgeable and great. The wait time was average from time of order to receiving drinks for such a busy place. I am not a member of the generation that "needs it right now or I'll have a fit" so I sat and talked and enjoyed the atmosphere. I am going back as soon as I can just for the french fries, best I've ever had in my life. I highly recommend a reservation if you are particular about your seating. The menu is large enough for several new food experiences..
(4)
Neal D.
Really love this place. Happy hour 3-6 is awesome and I have never had bad food. They have so much on their menu, it's sort of a Cheesecake Factory for beer lovers...
(5)
G P.
This menu is almost perfect in regards to balance. It has awesome healthy options, great american classics (burgers, wings, ribs), some good sandwich choices (roast beef french dip is my fav) and some Asian-inspired dishes which are pretty good too. This place and BBC in Norwood have the best beer selection in the area.
(5)
Nikkie C.
Searched for a bread bowl of clam chowder. Waited 2 hours to find out this is a chain and NO bread bowl. So disappointed.
(2)
Ama N.
I seriously hate this place....not because of the food or drinks but because of its rodeo feel. Theres always seemingly millions of people whose fav weekend activity is probably tailgating lol....a bunch of bro's and guys wearing patriot jerseys. Its just too much.
(1)
Caleb M.
Great food, you can't go wrong here. Pepper crusted Gorgonzola burger is really good.
(5)
Jackie M.
Always great food and drinks. It's loud, wait time can be long, service is typically a bit slow but staff is really friendly and professional.
(5)
Caren B.
I love the Yard House. Their food and drinks are always so good. I am now a vegetarian and have been for a year and love that they offer plenty of choices for me. And when I was not everything that I did eat was always delicious. The staff is always friendly too and the service is always great. This is my go to spot all of the time.
(5)
C M.
Holy sh*t this place has so many options for beer... if you're anything like myself, you have no choice but to leave here slurring your words and high fiving strangers. The food is decent, stick to apps and beer. The IPA & Belgium samplers give you a good idea of what your looking for if you have never heard of the choices! And parking blows.
(4)
Margaret P.
So after I wrote this review, Mark (^above) reached out to me and suggested I send them an email to see if we could resolve this. I sent an email, twice actually, about a week ago, and still haven't heard a single thing back. A lack of customer service both inside the establishment, and outside.
(1)
Tina W.
Beer selection awesome but a few food dishes not so great. Fried calamari dry, bland and small portion for the price. Chicken tenders dry, no flavor and batter looks like it was fried in oil that needs to be changed because it was a dark brown color and it wasn't seasoning. Truffle fries were delicious but was cold so asked for a fresh one and waitress was nice about it. It was 9 of us and was asked to be carded 3 times due to move from bar to seats which was reasonable but the waiter changed at our table so the new one asked again. Annoyed that we had to wait for managers (yes 3 separate times!) to come to verify a passport and drinks came at different times (a few drinks every 15 mins). Nothing against the waiters. They were just doing their job. They said they are strict with the ID checks because 70% of their sales are alcohol but a better process needs to be implemented for example during a wait staff turnover. I wouldn't recommend this place for large groups or for food. Maybe for beers you can't get as draft elsewhere during slow hours to get a seat at the bar.
(2)
Melissa F.
This is the second YH location I've been to and I like it. Yes it is smaller than the massive one in Fenway but it's still a decent size. Same yummy food and large beer menu. I was craving a Shock Top this past Sunday and was glad they had it on tap :) Their Mac n cheese is awesome and one of my favorites. We split the chicken nachos to start and those were really good too.
(4)
Donna K.
Cooke's Seafood in Hyannis is the best - not just food but service. For a wedding rehearsal dinner our son wanted take-out fried seafood. Denise was so helpful - and everything was ready on time, stayed hot, delicious, and a huge success.
(5)
Chris B.
Second time here and the second time the food has been later than quoted and poorer quality than should be possible - don't come here for takeout unless you want a cold burger because "the fries weren't done"
(1)
Michael R.
I enjoyed my meal here. Service was good, actually very helpful and friendly. Tried a bunch of things from the happy hour menu. The vampire taco on a flour tortilla was delicious. Good Cesar salad. And although it wasn't prepared in the traditional way and tasted a little different, I liked the jambalaya too. Portions aren't large, but the advantage of this is, you can try lots of different dishes. I will go back.
(4)
Anna T.
Went here for a few drinks at the bar with friends. My ginger and crown had a bug in it. The bartender apologized but the remade the drink even weaker. Didn't address it or tell the manager nor did I get my drink comped. Lack of customer service will mean I am NOT going back to this YH.
(1)
Dianne M.
We ate here last Sunday and the service was excellent. Stacy was our waitress and she couldn't have been more attentive. She was very knowledgeable about beer and made a perfect recommendation for me. I got the tomato bisque and my boyfriend got the clam chowder, to start with. We then shared a hummus plate before ordering our dinner. For dinner I got the pineapple and ham pizza. My boyfriend got the pastrami sandwich. I thought the tomato bisque was excellent. The hummus plate was good. It came with some grilled pita bread and was topped with olives as well as edamame. The only thing I would have changed would be to add some fresh veggies to the plate, like cherry tomatoes or celery. I really liked the pizza, it looked like it might have been wood grilled. I had a bite of the pastrami sandwich and thought that was good as well. I only wish it was served on better bread, maybe some toasted rye or something. Overall the food was delicious, and my picky-ness just stems from being a cook myself.
(4)
Dan C.
Good beer selection. Food is fine.
(3)
Jou-jou S.
I enjoy the atmosphere and the huge menu. Staff is always friendly. Sunday through Thursday half price appetizers after 10 pm (earlier in the afternoon too). Portions are huge and perfect for a group.
(5)
Victor A.
Really good food, the service was great and it's really clean plus the beer selection was fantastic.
(5)
Tony W.
You want a beer selection, you come here. Great place, have never had a bad meal or a stanky drink. The food menu could be a little more diverse, but other than that the food itself is great. Love the nachos! Service is usually pretty good as well. And it's always pretty busy.
(4)
Austin S.
This is my go-to restaurant for whenever I visit Legacy Place or Dedham in general. I've been here about a dozen times or more. Want proof that its a good place to eat? It's almost always packed to capacity, so be prepared for a small wait (average wait time is about 20 minutes). I'd recommend going on a weekday or during the colder months. I usually order the Onion Ring Tower and the BBQ Chicken or 4 Cheese Pizzas. The onion ring tower has stayed consistently delicious every time I go. And the two sauces that come with it are perfect fits; whoever makes it knows what they are doing. The BBQ Chicken pizza is a different story, however. Over all the times that I have ordered it, it has fluctuated all over the place, from horrible to above average. I'm not sure if it's because they've gone through several chefs, but the last couple times the pizza was alright. The 4 cheese pizza is consistently alright. I always recommend this restaurant to everyone, and after you eat here, you will too. 5 stars.
(5)
Mike V.
Food is always good here when I go, the beer is cold, servers are attentive, no complaints. If people complain it's a little slow it's because this place is always really busy, but the servers are hustling.
(4)
Anthony E.
I would give this place 5 stars, but the third time I went my friend had to remind the waitress for a few things... I just thought it was all on my friend... but I digress! Big portions, good food, great menu!
(4)
Maggy E.
Ignore these silly people. For those that really matter, ATTN BEER DRINKERS: 100 unique taps, yes there are a few silly ones like Bud Lite and blahblahblah, everything you've already tried and don't like. But there are at least 50 that are decent flagship craft brews and of that 50, I'd wager at least 15 rotating taps of things you haven't tried. I recommend the flights, they are pre-selected, but offer you their more unique beers that may not be on tap again. The place is HUGE, plenty of seating. If you sit at the bar, staff is knowledgeable about tap selections. It is a little swanky, so expect the prices to be a little higher. Three beers, one flight and one basket of truffle frites = $35. Not bad for two. Only complaint: They have a weird company policy that doesn't allow more than one drink per person at a time, so people don't get smashed apparently, they say. So I had to finish my beer float (dessert, had to try it, big surprise, not that fab) before ordering the flight, to be split between the BF and I.
(5)
Jackie K.
Decent beer selection--if you actually know and like beer, there will not be a lot that you haven't tried. Food is weak--even for chain-bar food. Have been several times and I am over it. Will not be back except by force or only for a beer. I like the other places in this plaza more. Also, the dinner wait is ridiculous.
(3)
Stessa F.
I try to eat at a restaurant (or location) at least twice before I make a decision in terms of an experience at a restaurant. I have eaten at another Yardhouse in Massachusetts as well as many locations in NY. Generally the service is okay, but the food is usually delicious. However, this was not my experience at the Dedham Yardhouse location. I will briefly describe my first visit (as it was long ago and cannot recall specifics but overall feeling) and will go into further depth describing my second. The first visit was late at night; no line and a virtually empty floor. Yet, we were seated in the back far away from civilization. So far in fact that our waiter forgot about us. We ordered many appetizers and a gardein pizza. The food wasn't up to par but edible. I didn't enjoy my experience. The next visit was a Saturday evening. We decided to go to the Dedham location (instead of the Fenway location to avoid traffic and parking) and am not so happy that I did. Service: Seth was our server. I try to be friendly and pleasant as I know I am not the easiest to please (so says my boyfriend- I just think I'm like Chris from Parks and Rec! I know what I want!), however he seemed to be nice one moment and annoyed the next. I know it's a Saturday evening but to be blown off later when asking a question about food didn't particularly feel great. Food: I was extremely disappointed. The gardein bernaise sliders were mostly bun. Each slider had less than a quarter of it covered in "meat." The gardein buffalo wings were dry. The point of the buffalo option is for them to be saucy; so I asked for extra sauce as they were REALLY dry (which was an apparent annoyance). My boyfriend ordered the jambalaya with jasmine rice which was mostly rice. It 3/4 rice with a 1/4 being meat and a little sauce- not a creamy stew that the name promises. I ordered the Thai gardein chicken noodle salad. This is my favorite item on the menu and for the first time, I was very disappointed. It tasted of nothing; really. It was served with angel hair pasta, instead of egg noodles which it is supposed to come with, and even with the more sauce that was brought, was gross. I asked Seth about the noodles and at first he claimed the noodles were cabbage. Once I showed him these sad, limp noodles weren't cabbage, he promised to find out what was going on in the kitchen. ...he didn't. Overall, I was so unimpressed with this Yardhouse. I'd much rather pay for parking and deal with traffic to enjoy my date night than pay to be disappointed with the food. Even though our waiter wasn't the greatest I've ever had, his service is the only reason I gave this location more than a star.
(2)
Katie C.
My friend and I came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. First off, the place was packed but we had no trouble getting a table and getting served. First off, the beer list is quite impressive and the "yard" in "Yard House" does in fact mean there are yards to be consumed. So if you're in to quantity (maybe over quality?) drinking, this is a viable option for you. But at any rate, we had a great server named Ryan that was super fast and super polite. My friend and I each had one of the Harpoon raspberry beers. I don't like raspberries, but it was a little sweet and perfect on a hot day. The portion sizes are ridiculous, and the prices are relatively reasonable for the quantity of food you receive. We started off with the spinach-artichoke dip that was served with fresh baked pitas. In hindsight, we should have just split two appetizers, but we were starving. My friend had a burger and I had a chicken sandwich. There was certainly more bread than chicken served with a pile of fries. But the food was good and it hit the spot. This is certainly the place to go for good pub food and great service. Can't wait to go back!
(4)
Bill L.
I LOVE THE YARD HOUSE!!!! This place is the place to come to at 10 pm on a weeknight....they have an incredible late night menu and half price apps.. The creativity of the menu is really astonishing...they have a great selection of tons of different foods. Beer list is obviously incredible! But whats more incredible is the staffs knowledge of the menu and beer. They are trained properly! I would recommend this place 100x over Legal C Bar, that place sucks. Try the beer sampler and the poke bowl!
(5)
elaine t.
Got a gift card today as promised thank you yardhouse I will be reviewing you again after I try it out again thank you so much
(3)
Cecilia P.
Visiting from Dallas and this place blew my mind. Dozens of beers, tons of awesome foods, and this place stays busy! Def coming back when I visit Boston again!
(5)
Josh L.
I've been here a total of four times and have never had a pleasant experience. The food is never consistent. The staff are completely incompetent and something gets screwed up every time. We had a waitress tell us that dishes are not available, even when they're on the menu and we saw other people eating them. We had a runner bring a round of beers and not know which beer was which. We had a waiter bring an entree with the appetizers, then take it back for later and bring the same dish (cold). And then charge us twice! We had a waiter bring a beer to a woman with Celiac who had ordered a gluten-free cider and before realizing it she started to drink it. And once we were cut-off at the bar after about three drinks each.
(1)
John S.
When I walked through the door I almost crapped, Because in my life I've never seen so many taps. Food was OK; No reason to cheer, You should mainly just come for the long list of beers. I pulled open the big wooden doors with yard glasses for door handles and was greeted by a humongous wrap-around bar with 100 beer taps. The beer menu was well-organized into beer-style categories and it was very easy to find something to drink. I was feeling something hoppy, but they also had options for malty, light, and all else in between. Beer came out to a price between 6 and 7 bucks, which wasn't wonderful but OK for a chain restaurant. Bartender was a very nice guy who knew his brews. One of the deals Yard House offers is half-priced pizzas, sliders, and appetizers from 3 to 6pm weekends and Sunday through Thursday 10pm to close. My group came on a Saturday afternoon, so this deal was off-limits to us. Started out with the barbecue chicken nachos, which were loaded with toppings and very tasty. There wasn't one crumb left on the plate after about 10 minutes. I ordered the Pepper Jack burger for my entree, which was disappointing. No spiciness at all; no flavor at all really. There just wasn't much to it aside from a slice of cheese and a couple soggy peppers. The heaping side of fries, however, came with some crispy, thin delights. Very good. Overall, if you take away the novelty of the beer selection you have another regular chain restaurant. Come here for the beer.
(3)
Denise N.
my boyfriend and i had a pretty good lunch here a few sundays ago. first- this restaurant is large. the tables/booths probably seat over 200, and the bar alone seats at least 50. it was a little overwhelming. additionally overwhelming were the amount of draft beers on tap- well over 100. it being a sunday, and the patriots playing, we saddled up to the bar for some front row seats to the action. we arrived a little after noon, and it was easy to get a seat. a mere 20 or so minutes later, the whole place was packed. so, my advice is to come early. the menu is large, and so broad in its offerings, truly anyone will be able to find something appealing. my boyfriend went with their french dip served with shoestring french fries, and a caesar salad to start. his caesar was excellent. the dressing was tangy and savory at the same time- a perfect balance. he orders french dips fairly regularly, and this was by far the best i've ever tasted. the meat was so thinly sliced, so juicy- it was absolutely melt in your mouth good. i know people say that, but i usually don't; i really mean it. his fries were good, though not really anything to write home about. i opted for a banh mi sandwich, an hongos y rajas taco, and a cup of their tomato bisque to start. the tomato bisque was delicious, and served with some fresh cut basil, which i thought was a nice attention to detail. my hongos y raja taco sounded like a thing of beauty on the menu- very descriptive, unusual ingredients, etc. in real life, it was a taco that tasted exactly like average, every day mushrooms and peppers. i wasn't even sure if the advertised cheese was actually present. it made me question the almost $6 price tag, big time. it was of a good size, but nothing like what the menu made it seem it would be. i was disappointed. my banh mi was also just eh. i opted for the short rib option. it was obviously marinated because the flavor was divine, but the meat itself was tough as all heck. there was no taking a bite of a slice of the meat- if you bit in, the whole slice was going with you. the pickled carrots and papaya relish weren't pickled enough, and the construction of the sandwich was poorly executed. do not order this on a first, second, or even third date. you will look ridiculous. additionally, the broccolini slaw with which it is served is largely a repeat of the garnish for the sandwich, and was extremely under-dressed and therefore flavorless. i had to request a side of spicy peanut dressing in order to eat it. service was pleasant, though somewhat inattentive, simply due to the size of the space, and how many patrons were present. i actually had to ask a manager for the side of peanut sauce which, as a former restaurant person, was a little embarrassing, and made me feel like an annoying guest. i think that this restaurant has a lot to offer, and perhaps maybe i did not experience their strong suits during our particular visit. i would recommend going at least once. i will probably be back eventually, but i'm not in a rush.
(3)
Cara L.
Love the vegetarian and beer options. They have messed up our order a few times, but are always great about correcting it
(4)
Nicole P.
I am blown away that this place doesn't have 5 stars across the board. This is by far the best restaurant that I have ever been to. The server, first if all, Alexander, was awesome. Super nice and attentive to us. He even let me sample a cider regardless f how busy it was. The food.... Was amazing. They have Gardin products for vegetarians!!!!! So many options! I got chicken fingers and fries which was unreal. Considering I always have to he a salad out, this may be the best meal at a regular restaurant (non vegan) that I've had in years. Their menu is huge with so many vegetarian meals and beers and ciders! Great for gluten free folk too! My boyfriend had a regular burger because he's a carnivore and even he said it was a 5 star burger! (He also said if he was hungry enough, he probably wouldn't have know the chicken I got was meatless!) Thank you, Yardhouse, for such a terrific meal and experience. We will be back, again and again and again.
(5)
Jeremy K.
Not sure what their deal is lately but the last two trips there have been less than impressive. We recently made a reservation for 12 of us and they completely screwed up just about everything. It took nearly an hour just to get our beverages and appetizers and another 90 minutes us to wrap up our meal. We also had people in our party that were visiting from Europe and it took 3 staff members to check the passports for authenticity. It caused problems and pains and no one ever really apologized for it. When the food finally arrived, some of it was screwed up. They served the wrong dishes to the wrong people and had to re-fire a couple of things. Nothing was comped once again and no apologized for made. I used to love this place but lately it's gone seriously downhill. The staff just doesn't seem to have it together and it has made for some pretty painful experiences as of late. I really hope that they work on improving things, or I'll have to find another watering hole nearby to satisfy my thirst for craft beer. And as of our waitress for the day, Shannon, she was borderline rude and quite inattentive. Definitely the worst one I've had there. All in all, not a very good day for Yard House, which is surprising as they're usually able to handle heavy volume with ease. Not sure what happened there but I've been there many times and this was by far the worst I've seen from them...
(2)
Just M.
First visit went well. Bartenders were attentive and ready to serve. Great customer service and the food looked wonderful.
(4)
Beatriz G.
The food was great. We were a party of 5. Everyone enjoyed there food. I appreciate the variety of vegetarian food. I ordered the Gardein Mac & cheese. It was very good portion and very tasty.
(5)
Thomas R.
Nice place to hang out with friends. I have been here many times and always have positive experience. There's plenty of seats inside. In the summer time there's limited seating outside. They have lots of beer on tap to try. I'm not much of a beer drinker but I always try something new when I'm there.
(4)
Andrea Z.
Don't bother with the ahi poke salad. no bueno. I'm glad they have woodchuck beers.
(2)
Hannah K.
I tried Yard House for the first time a few weeks ago for a friend's birthday. I have Celiac disease, and asked if they had a gluten free menu as soon as I walked in. The manager assured me that they did and that I would be well taken care of. I ordered off the menu and told the waitress that I had celiac, and she told me they would be careful to avoid cross contamination. I ordered the carnitas street tacos with brown rice and beans. About two minutes after I ordered, another woman came over and told me I actually could not order the carnitas tacos because they had gluten in them. What!? Why is it on the menu then!? She informed me that it is a gluten sensitive menu and not a gluten free menu (what the point of that is, I'm not entirely sure). She told me that the blackened swordfish tacos are 100% gluten free and they will be fine for a celiac to eat. I agreed to order that because she seemed so confident. The food was not great, but it was okay and I nibbled at it for a little while. About 10 minutes after I left the restaurant, I started to feel sick and was sick for a full day -- sicker than I can remember being from gluten in a LONG time. Awful! I called the restaurant to inform them that the tacos are NOT gluten free. I would have preferred that they told me they could not serve me than tell me they were positive my food was safe for a celiac and then be ill all night. If you're gluten free, do NOT waste your time here -- Wicked next door has a GREAT menu and I have never gotten sick there. Yard House did not even offer a refund.
(1)
Stephanie B.
Usually busy, for a good reason! Great food, of course a great brew selection. The staff do a good job checking on tables even at the height of dinner rush hour.
(5)
Ed B.
Stumped about the bad reviews here. We had excellent service from Colleen. We ordered 5 or 6 different things from the menu and they were all good. The beer selection? Spectacular!! 5 stars all the way. I got a perfect beer recommendation from our waitress too. We will be back for sure.
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Ted G.
We had a person at our table with several food allergies, and they took extra care to suggest things that could be eaten safely. Food was great, especially the spinach dip with crispy bread. John was an excellent waiter and even suggested a drink that he made up that was amazing. It's our new go to place.
(5)
Joy E.
Coming here after having given wine up for Lent was an EXCELLENT idea... After hearing about this place several times I was dying to try and was so glad I did! Easy to get to right off of 128 and with plenty of parking - we came here around 5 on a snowy blustery Saturday and our timing was perfect. We snagged 2 seats at the bar and shortly after we arrived - the bar was packed and there was a wait out the door for tables. Then we were handed the menu... Not the food menu (I'll get to that..), the beer menu. {--Cue harps and nymphs--} Wow. The draft beer menu is broken down into types of beer making it easier to decide which to try. There is also a sampler of 6 brews (pre-selected) in case your mind is too blown to choose yourself. Every domestic and imported beer you could ever want - even a chocolate stout (to die..). We just ordered a few of the small plates, which was a great way to go. The parmesan truffle fries are as good as you've read (thin, cripsy deliciousness that makes you thirsty for more beer), the shrimp ceviche was tasty and fresh, the the Baja fish tacos were really great - the fried crispy fish was fresh, not overly breaded and soooo tasy! The entrees looked really tasty and so many options for veggies/vegans and gluten free diners. Bartenders were really friendly, never left our glasses empty in spite of having to deal with quite a few knuckleheads.. I will be back and bring friends - great place for good grub and brew!!
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Jenn W.
I've been to a few locations, but always alone on work trips. Location was busy - but they were organized and wait went fast. We had the lobster/crab dip - liked that it came with chips and pita. Husband had ribs, I had pork belly tacos - liked the rice a lot. Dessert was nice with small portion options - husband raved about cheesecake . Next time he is getting brownie Sundae - takes 15 min., he said he wished they had mentioned that when he ordered dinner. We will be Back!
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Daniel C.
Don't come here for a drink. We were cut off after an hour if drinking
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Josephine F.
I loved coming here the last time I went here before Wednesday was 2 years ago which wasn't the best experience. But on Wednesday May 28, I had the most amazing time and I will be coming back soon and hoping that I have the same experience. My server (Greg) was so amazingly kind, and really made a connection with us as we dined there. He was willing to help us with everything we needed and was so prepared. He is the main reason I am giving 5 stars. The food was alright, but I love their fries. I would recommend coming here, but make sure you ask for Greg ;) He truly is an amazing server and a great person.
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Holly B.
I come here on the weekend with some coworkers after we get out. The staff is always friendly, there are a lot of drinks to choose from and they are decently priced. I haven't had the pleasure of ordering any food but I hear it's great.
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Grace R.
Awesome beer selection, great service, tasty food - what's a better combo? My husband is a fan of their beers and doesn't seem to be able to nail down a choice but only finding himself wanting to try them all! They have hundreds of selection with many seasonal options. Hubby was definitely in heaven. Food, oh food I love thee. I kid you not, but they have the BEST rib eye ever. Go all out and get the Jumbo shrimp and Rib Eye. It does not disappoint! The meat was so tender, cooked to perfection and had garlic butter drizzled on top. The jumbo shrimps were really jumbo shrimps! They were grilled just right and pair gloriously with the steak. We were also very surprised with their appetizer. They were done right! We ordered their ceviche and they knocked it out the park. The amount of shrimp was generous and the avocado added such a good bite. They also came with a spicy sauce with it and it tasted like a marriage of Sriracha and Mayo. Trust me, it added such a good kick to every bite of the ceviche. Service - Even though hubby and I were not in a rush, our ceviche took forever to come out (20 minutes at least and we were on the 2nd round of beer). The hostess was very understanding about it and when they brought out the food, they apologized immediately and said the app was on the house. I very much appreciated the nice gesture. We definitely tipped them well. The only minor complaint I have is the restaurants are so loud. I felt I had to scream over the table to talk but hey, you are in a bar, with TVs, happy crowds, kids/family friendly environment, so I just need to set my expectation right.
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Dana S.
I've been here a few times and while I haven't had a bad experience, it's never been anything overwhelming. I do appreciate the service and the fact that they let you sample the hundreds of beers they have on tap. When they didn't carry Abita, though (even though it was on the take out menu), they didn't have any close suggestions for me, and it sort of felt unapologetic that they had nothing similar. the food here is definitely tasty but the portions are weird. My taco plate came with two tiny soft tacos and a huge mound of rice. i could have done without all the rice and definitely with one more taco! prices are sort of high but at least the food is quality. for dessert we ordered the s'mores brownie- it was chocolatey, marshmellowy goodness. not a bad place for dinner with friends if you're at LP, but expect to wait a while if you get there any time after 6.
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Kathy S.
What a blast we had at Yard house! I made reservations for 10 of us and it was nothing but a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Our reservations were ready when we got there at a corner round table that was perfect for all or us to see each other and be able to talk. The food was fantastic as was the atmosphere! I had the sliders and the truffle fries. They were delicious! I would have actually given the place 5 stars. But, the waitress left us in the middle of our meal to: "Go eat her dinner...and leave us with another waitress." We all thought that was pretty rude..But, that doesn't reflect the rest of the night. The food, ambiance and all around night was fantastic!!!!
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Marcy L.
My first return after nearly three years and I can confirm that the Yard House is certainly consistent. I would classify it as "modern sports bar": an abundance of corrugated steel, and dim lighting, and massive televisions looming in every corner, victorious "hardy har har"s coming from team-clad twenty-somethings. It's loud and a little pricy, but a sure thing for great service, great flavor, and loooooaaaadddssss of beer options (beer in teeny, medium, or half yards!). FIELD GOAL: Despite the propensity for beer-n-beef, there was a menu surprise right around the corner: a decent selection of gluten-free AND vegetarian ("gardein") options that AREN'T salad! I was pleased with my gardein chicken sandwich selection (lettuce, tomato, and a light sandwich spread) and it actually re-heated nicely the next day. FUMBLE: CAUTION!!!! The "SMOKED PINEAPPLE" beverage is a fraud. Menu description: del maguey "vida" mezcal, malibu pineapple rum, house citrus agave blend, fresh pineapple. ACTUAL flavor: mildewy elderly cigar-smoker's basement. BLECH! To our waitress' (Stefanie) credit, she HAD suggested against the order, but I figured why would they include it if sooo many people have sent it back? MISTAKE! DISGUST! Fortunately, Stefanie didn't mind taking MY beverage back and replacing it with my much enjoyed French Gimlet (hendrick's gin, lillet blanc, st. germain, house citrus agave blend, orange bitters). It's decent and good for birthday parties for that Patriots fella in your life, but not the kind of place I'd rave about. Clean, great service (which you PAY FOR $$$), and a pretty good menu.
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Christiane C.
What a pleasant surprise! My husband and I were looking for a bite to eat and wanted to try some place new. This restaurant is big and nicely decorated with very friendly staff. The food was delicious and affordable. Try the dessert trio! It is one of the best dessert I have ever had out.
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Gisele M.
I really like the YardHouse. This is the second time I've been here and the girls and I really enjoyed it. We sat outside and got seated right away on Saturday night around 5:30pm. We had everyhting from drinks, apps, entrees and dessert. We stayed for several hours and we weren't rushed by the waiter. The fish tacos were delicious. I also had a strawberry mojito that was awesome. For dessert I recommend the peach cobbler Its mini sized and just enough. Good service and our waiter was attentive, friendly and never rushed us. Nice place to sit outside.
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Hung L.
Came here cause the wife was craving truffle fries. She's been raving about this place since March 2013 and finally stopped by and tried it. It was good, slightly a little too much oil but overall good.
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Stephanie C.
I've been coming here since the place opened. I love this place. The food is so good. The very last time I went there, I got angel hair pasta. It did taste a bit too garlic-y, but I still ate the whole thing! Yard House also has great fish 'n chips! But want to know the best part of Yard House? Their beer selection! Holy cow. You can't tell me that you aren't happy with the selection. There's just so many!! Overall, I love Yard House. And I will be back, hopefully soon!
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Renee L.
I first discovered Yard House back in September and have since been making monthly trips to the sports bar. There is something about their Truffle Fries that really hit the spot which keeps reeling me back in. On the weekends you can expect to have a 30-40 minute wait-but have no fear! You'll be given a buzzer and you can kill time in the neighboring shops at Legacy Place. The times that I have gone on a weekend evening we received our orders relatively quickly but today, (sunday 1:00PM) it took a bit for our food to come out even though we were seated right away. No matter the wait I am always much enthused over their truffle fries!! I think they are fairly priced for what you get and they have always been consistently seasoned and salted. However, on my first visit to yard house our fry order came out cold and the management had no problem swapping them out for a freshly fried bowl! The jerk wing appetizer is very flavorful and is served on a bed of deep purple cabbage alongside with rum bbq sauce that is reminiscent of an asian based A1 sauce garnished with string thinned scallions. These two apps are always a staple for my party when we visit. For entrees the baja fish tacos come in a pair with a side of pinto beans and rice and are served with lime and guacamole. The presentation of the entree is quite nice as they are held with parchment paper and metal napkin holders. I ordered the 5 ounce blackened ahi tuna burger upon recommendation from a friend. The mixed green salad was fine but the burger left much to be desired as it was not seasoned very well and was cooked too thoroughly. A friend had ordered the "house favorite," Parmesan crusted chicken which was served over garlic mashed potatoes swimming in a pool of mushroom gravy sauce. I gotta say that that entree took the cake for the night. Although I only had one bite of the chicken I could see it was a crowd pleaser as three other friends had made their way into her dish. You'll find that Yard House has an extensive three page listing of beer that will please any novice or connoisseur. It is said that there are over 100 on tap and the list features some unexpected which the servers are more than happy to introduce to you. It's nice that the menu provides an alcohol content % for each option too! Although I wasn't too happy with my choice of entree I enjoy the feel of this sports bar and again, cannot forgo my love for their Truffle Fries. Sidenote: if you come for a sports game, there is no time limit and you can stay for as long as you'd like!!
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Lady J.
Ya that is my last time going. The food was not good at all. I think this place is for people who are already drunk and don't care what the food tastes like. I am not sure. I think it has a great location and people will go because it is there. However not for me.
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Vanessa C.
Was greeted by maxwell who was very polite. Sat at the bar and was served by jason he was great and so was Dennis. Food was Great!
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J J.
Came here on a Friday evening around 9pm. Requested a table for 3 and waited about 30-35min. It was crowded when we arrived, so the wait for a table was understandable. This Yard House received fewer stars because of the service once we were seated. The overall crowd began to settle so we didn't understand why everything took so long. Ordered two apps and 4 entrees. By the time our calamari and slider apps came out they were both cold. We still didn't receive napkins and utensils (which is usually given when the party is seated) and since our wait or didn't check in on us until we were done with our apps, we ended up eating with our hands. Another 20 minutes passed before we got our cold wings and pizzas. The wait to get our meals boxed and our check was also another 20+ min (and by this time the restankurant had significantly died down). Aside from the terribly slow service, the food was very tasteful. The kung pow calamari is def a plus!!! All and all, particularly because of the service, yard house Dedham was an "eh".
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Rick T.
I've eaten here twice, both times our food was dropped without silverware or napkins on the table. Our request for such basic items were met with eye-rolling. Entrees were delivered both times while apps sat almost untouched due to the aforementioned lack of utensils. Food was warm and not hot. Good beer selections, but in general it's an over-priced, poorly managed, suburban franchise that should be avoided. Plus it's located in that sprawling nightmare of a parking lot that is Legacy Place. I'd rather support an independently owned bar in the area.
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Billy K.
Unbelievable selection of draft beers- 120!!! Great sampler six packs! Ordered a BBQ bacon burger- what your expect, defiantly great but nothing extraordinary- still very good. Pork sliders are very good- truffle fries are their shoestring fries with traditional truffle works- a definite must go if a local.
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Ashley S.
I had my first date with my fiance here. We both thoroughly enjoyed both the food and the music. TMI, but I sometimes literally have sexy lucid dreams about their mac and cheese and truffle fries. Seriously, so SO good. My absolute favorites! Everything else I've had from here is bomb too, lobster garlic noodles are awesome, pepper crusted gorgonzola burger was bitchin', desserts are heavenly. I've never had a meal here that I didn't love. Plus, look at all that beer! Wow. My inner German is smiling.
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Jennifer I.
This bar is great for drinks. Haven't had food at this location but have gone to the yard house several times in boston and have had a great experience.
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Matt G.
I've gone here three times now, and each time I leave wanting to go back again! They have 100 beers on tap...I went with my dad this last time who travels to Germany a bit and he was blown away at the handful of beers that drinks oversees and can never find stateside but they are at the YardHouse. Def. recommend to anyone out there for a great spot
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Rick H.
Aps. It's all about the apps. Three types of wings, five kinds of sliders including Ahi sliders to die for, a Calirfonia roll that will knock your socks off and if you play your cards right you can get a large number of these for half price during their specials. How do you go wrong? We hit up the Yard House from time to time for their crazy appetizer specials. Load up the table and reload when things get low. The Ahi Sliders with Truffle fries (the fries here are amazing) are a staple along with the onion ring tower and Sweet Korean BBQ Beef. But the thing that might take you by surprise is the California Roll. Don't expect fake crab in a nori roll cut into six pieces here. We're talking a huge round stack (they call it a cake) of Sushi rice with snow crab, avacado, and cucumber arranged on top and served with wasbi soy sauce. It's a must if you're stopping for your first time. Since it's located directly across for the Showcase Cinema it also is a mandatory stop before grabbing a flick with co-workers and friends. The atmosphere is comfortable and the waitstaff is always fast and attentive. It doesn't seem to matter if it's just the better half and I or the whole 20+ team I work with the wait staff somehow manages to keep on top of it all and make the service feel completely personalized. I have to be honest, I've never actually had a meal here. Every time I come in it's a constant stream of "Oh yeah, that was great let's get those again!" with no room for an actual meal. I can't even recall looking past the appetizer section except maybe to check out what they had on tap. I'm reserving the fifth star for the day I go back and actually order an entree. My guess is they'll earn it easily if the meals match the apps.
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Lauren A.
First let me say, I'm vegan, so I was pretty well braced to be satisfied with lettuce and beer...much to my surprise upon my confession of being vegan our lovely waitress sent the manager over and went over ALL my options for me, he knew ALL the ingredients and potential allergens. I ended up having a pretty good "chic'ken" burger with a side salad.... It always exciting to go to a beer place and actually be able to eat something! YAY yardhouse!
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Nandanie S.
Drinks were good (wicked strong) and so were the nachos. Get here early if you want a table!! It get's super crowded, but it's pretty good nonetheless.
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Jessica H.
So excited to have a Yard House in Dedham! This is a small national chain - I think there are only like 19 in the country? I heard about Yard house before they opened here because they got national recognition when they started to carry Gardein products. When they opened I was glad to see they also had the vegetarian menu with Gardein! Gardein is a vegan substitute for meat that works just like meat as far as grilling/frying/sauteeing/texture goes. You can get chicken fingers, burgers, Caesar salads, etc. with chicken but not actually chicken. They also have a great drink selection - including a ton of beer on tap. My friend's a bar tender there - he's awesome (hi Kyle!). I went once about 7 months ago before my friends and I went to a movie next door. I got a "chicken" Asian salad with Gardein. So good and so filling! It's nice to have vegetarian/vegan options that fill you up. Thank you so much Yard house. I will certainly make an effort to start going to you more! (especially now that someone I know works there!) The thing is - is that I usually get a quick bite when I'm at Legacy Place before we go to a movie or to shop. So I need to be better about giving myself more time to sit down and enjoy my meal. It gets crazy crowded on Friday and Saturday nights - sometimes capacity is full and you have to wait till people leave in order to go inside. Since they are so awesome about carrying Gardein let's hope they start carrying Daiya cheese so vegans can have a cheese chicken pizza too!
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Jaki G.
The food is exceptional and the beer selection is out of this world! However, I went here for a work holiday party on a Thursday in December and the place was PACKED to capacity (and it's pretty big). Service was a bit slow because of it and it gets pretty loud in here. I felt like I was packed in like a sardine. Lunch is pretty good, not nearly as busy. Don't go here if you want an intimate dinner out. It is more for a "classy" rowdy crowd (if that makes any sense at all).
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Zack S.
I have been coming to the Yard House on a monthly basis for years. I would choose this place for my birthday every year because it was just so good. But now, I feel like things have changed. I ordered the sliders and fries. It tasted as if it were microwaved. The cheese was still cold. The burger, cooked medium when I asked for medium well. I was extremely disappointed. The service was also terrible. Our waitress forgot about us; we had to get her attention when she passed by us.
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Biko T.
Food is better than the typical bar accompaniments...beer selection is superb...price is a tad out of phase
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Joie S.
I would actually considering moving just to be closer to the Yard House. This is hands down my favorite restaurant. I'm a vegetarian and their Gardein Vegetarian menu is simply amazing. The vegetarian buffalo wings are so delicious that even my meat eating friends like them! The beer selection is unmatched anywhere in the area and I love that they pick samplers every month so you can try new things. The service is great, atmosphere is great, they have outdoor dining if you're into that! I wish the parking was easier and that there wasn't always a wait but it is so worth it. Check out the yard house if you are in the neighborhood, especially if you are a vegetarian! They also opened one near Fenway that is equally great!
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Aaron H.
To say this place was interesting is an understatement. When we went here the place was packed, standing room only Maybe that is because everything else in the area is no good, but I can not confirm that. The beer selection was pretty good, found some old favorites from the west that I always enjoy. After waiting for an hour for a table we were seated in a nice booth with a waiter that seemed to like me as he kept giving me a Hawaiian hand signal. I can only assume this is the case as I have never been to Hawaii before, but he indicated he used to live there. The food was okay, we ordered Taco's and I guess Tacos in suburban Boston is sort of an oxymoron. The yellowtail tuna was pretty good as well. All in all I think I would go back for a beer but and to watch a game but not on a Friday night.
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Paola C.
I had the displeasure of going there this past Saturday. After waiting for over an hour for the table (not their fault they advised me of the wait) my friend and I were finally seated. Our server never once made eye contact with me and continued to only ask questions directly while looking at her notepad or looking at my friend. I have never been made to feel so uncomfortable in my life. I thought it was weird and my friend even noticed how the server was behaving towards me. I asked for her to wrap up my soup and instead of handing it to me she again handed it to my friend. Same with the check. Worst service ever. I've never felt so ignored and uncomfortable in my entire life. Glad I waited that long and spent over $100 dollars to be treated like garbage. I'll go to Wicked next time.
Wow. The beer selection is the best around. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is great as well. My only complaint is the wait times. Good luck getting into the place on a Saturday. Considering how good it is the wait times are expected.
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Susie A.
Love love love this place. I am vegetarian and love love love beer and much to my surprise upon moving here from VT, this place is awesome! They have a whole Gardein menu( with their own twist)which makes my animal loving soul so happy! So delicious. The beer selection is amazing and well organized on the menu and staff are always so sweet. Love this place!
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A B.
Great beer list and drink menu. There were plenty of TV's so my husband was able to watch the Bears game and baseball at the same time:) not a bad seat in the house. Our server was kind and helpful as well as quick. The food was good and the portions were generous. Overall we had a nice visit.
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Dawn E.
I was here on a date. Like, in April. It was a night full of high hopes and mediocre results all around, but have no fear, my assessment of my date does not influence my assessment of the Yard House. Maybe I got a bad night. People who's opinions I would readily trust seem to have really enjoy this place, but I was not impressed. We walked in an I found the decor to be stark and too dim. I feel like a brewery or brewpub should be warm and inviting. A place you'd like to linger and try a few. This place says "come on in, but hurry out." They also claim to have the most draft beers on tap IN THE WORLD. Given that I've been to at least six places that have more beer on tap than the Yard House, I feel cheated. Now, I visited their website, apparently some places have way more beers on tap than others. So maybe the chain meets the claim, but not Dedham. As an appetizer, my date ordered onion rings. They were okay. I suppose they were very good for what they were and the presentation on them was quite unique. For my meal I went with grilled cheese and tomato bisque. It's a no fail choice, in my mind. I can be fancy and full of flavor and plain but comforting. Grilled cheese and tomato soup is always a win. Except at the Yard House. The grilled cheese, despite it's plethora of cheeses, was bland and greasy. Like, really greasy. Like I felt nauseated after eating half greasy. And the tomato bisque was watery and dull. My server really capped off the evening. He was creepy. Like, for real creepy. Over attentive in a way that made you want to bathe afterward. Hell, he made my date appealing. And that says a lot. I chose two beers. Both beers I love and have had many times. The first was great. The second tasted like they really needed to clean the lines. REALLY? BEER IS YOUR THING. CLEAN YOUR EFFING LINES. That is all.
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Frank G.
The food we got was fine, unfortunately it wasn't we ordered. Eating in is never a problem but I've had issues with takeout. Repeatedly. The woman at the front desk taking our order was preoccupied.
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Kelly P.
Went back for another try and sat at the bar this time.(( Lydia, manager at Yard House was happy to get me to come back and give it another try with a $35 gift card.)) Went for lunch, and it was amazing. The service could of been a little bit more attentive at the bar, as I saw many people trying to catch a bartender for drink, or silverware. Although when John , or Steven the bartenders knew you needed something they were very polite, and made helpful. Appetizers were fresh, and came out of the kitchen quite quickly. It was busy for even a Monday afternoon, but was able to find a the last two seats at the bar. I definitely will be returning to yard house again. If you want great trendy food, drinks, quality selection of beers go here. Spoke with manager Judy and informed her of the experience as well, as she thanked me for the feedback.
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Batrice B.
You really can't go wrong with this place. I was shopping with a friend at Legacy yesterday and stopped in for a quick drink and app. We sat without a wait at the bar, and as always the bar staff was attentive and great. Their beer suggestions were spot on and we were even given a sample of other recommendations. Even though they were out of my "go-to" app (Korean BBQ Beef) I went with the pastrami sliders. GREAT secondary pick, their apps area meal. For $10.95 I got 4 sliders and fries.... needless to say I had leftovers. I have never had a bad experience here and even when they ran out of what I get I tried something different and end up liking them even more.
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Joshua S.
We were here last week with a group of 12 or so, a couple of which had food allergies. It started out with the drink order, they took all of our ordered, but one person in the party was using her passport as a form of ID, which caused a problem, as no one seemed to know if a passport was a valid form of identification... Then once the manager finally decided they could take the passport as Id it still took a solid half hour for all of the drinks to arrive at the table. Then onto the meal, we all placed our orders, the waiter took care to get all of the specifics from members of our party with food allergies, and figure out what they were going to order, and what modifications needed to be made. Then a few minutes later the manager comes over and takes the allergy orders again, making an annoyingly long process twice as long as it should have been. Then another hour passes until the food starts coming out, the specially cooked allergy dishes are cold, as they seemed to have been prepared before the rest of the food. About 10 minutes into the meal they bring out two more salads, it turns out they mixed up who had what, unfortunately one of the parties that was mixed up has allergies. Instead of telling them as soon as they realized what happened they went ahead and prepared replacement dishes, letting someone with allergies eat a dish that wasn't meant for her. I'm not from the area, so maybe this is a fluke. But a restaurant of this size should be able to handle a table of 12 with no issues within a reasonable time frame. What should have been a fairly quick lunch turned into half an afternoon filled with mistake after mistake.
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Enay V.
I really don't get the hype. The food was ok but it wasn't worth the price. The place was packed on a Friday night. It was hot out but we were inside. Our waiter was sweating his ass off the entire night. It was literally dripping off his face - you'd think he'd want to swipe a rag across it every now & then. Really grossed me out. The beer selection was worth one star. The gardein marsala was worth the other - although, the gardein itself was too much - huge chunks of it were not appetizing. Smaller chunks & maybe burnt a little bit would have been much better. The appetizers were ok. 3 coconut shrimp for $12 - not so much. They weren't even that good. There are so many other better places - don't waste your time here.
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Christine C.
I have been to the Yard House before, and have always had a good experience. It goes without saying that the beer selection is incredible. There are suds to suit any taste. The food is pretty good as well. I really like their chicken tortilla soup. I recommend that anytime. The service is always good. Last night we had Renee, who was very nice, knew the menu well, made great suggestions, and when she noticed my BF's military ID, she thanked him for his service. I really appreciated that.
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Melody V.
I used to love this specific location until my group of 15+ stumbled upon the worst server in the history of visits at this Yard House. I can't complain about the food.....I really can't but being in the food service industry myself, it always starts and ends with the customer experience. We did complain to the manager on duty that night too since the server wasn't able to handle herself professionally with an issue we had. However, it's an experience I won't ever forget.
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Sara M.
We came here for an early dinner after bowling and a movie. They definitely have a lot of beers and I enjoyed my Timmermans Framboise, which was great for the hot day. I ordered truffle fries to start and they were very good. The truffle was not overpowering and fries were crispy. My entree was the lobster garlic noodles which had a good amount of shrimp and lobster but weirdly shredded crab. Overall, it was a decent dish but I am not sure that I would order it again. The burger with jalapenos was good but the meat quality could have been better. The bold flavours certainly helped improve the taste. I would come back and try other beers and dishes. The service was pleasant and efficient, while the prices were average.
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Dan F.
Excellent. Emily our waitress was a great server. I had the Mac n cheese and my wife had the fish tacos. They were both excellent. The order took 30 minutes to come out, we did not say anything as we were watching the games on the TVs and the manager came out and apologized we had to wait comped us our meal because she felt bad we had to wait. That's amazingly great service. Btw, I had the home brew Belgian beer and sampled the sea dog blueberry. Both were excellent bum definitely coming back to Yard House.
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Chris B.
Stopped in with a couple of work buddies at 7pm. Had to wait around 40 mins to sit down. Inside was really REALLY LOUD when we sat down. The manager realized we would rather be sitting outside and she moved us almost immediately. She brought the wine bottle out so we could get a picture for her iPhone app and Nicole was the best waitress!!! I got the honey beer, was great and also Mac and cheese was to die for.
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Edward M.
Good Beer and patio but this is where it stops. The beer selection is amazing, however each time I have been here the food has been average or below average. I really hope this place can improve the quality of their food because I love the beer and location.
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Richard R.
I'm with four other guys and they're boozing it up and running up a tab, and this place has the balls to charge me $3.45 for a cranberry juice. WTF?! We finally sat down to eat, and have to admit the food was good., But it took forever to get. Service is slow, very slow. After we were done it took forever to get our check too.
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Candice B.
Even after 2 years I am still a big fan of the Yard House. Now that I live 5 minutes from there, I find myself wanting to go there every weekend. The food is still great, the staff is great, never really had bad experiences going there. I just love their beer selections, and the amount of different pumpkin ales available just for this season. Of course I have some newly discovered favorites from there: The snack section has the best selection of the entire menu. I finally gave up my $23 plate lobster garlic noodles, and traded in for these mini tacos. YUM YUM YUM! These tacos are about $4 each, but decent sized. So I just order one Korean short rib and one Korean pork belly and I am a happy girl. My finance usually gets the mini sliders there, and add $1 to "upgrade" to truffle fries. Let me tell you about these truffle fries - they are HEAVEN in a cup... (cone?)!! Mini, crispy shoestring fries (my favorite) fried to perfection, with truffle oil, herbs and parmasean. I'm drooling just thinking about this. On that note, I think I'm gonna hit up the Yard House tomorrow night after work :)
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Daphnee D.
Great, great customer service. A++ for your excellent customer service yard house. From the hosts all the way to management. Located at legacy place Dedham, next to showcase cinema,where you can either dine in or out this restaurant/bar is a must. There is ample parking and it's free. (Free parking loveee it. Makes me all tingly inside, knowing that there's free parking) My friends and I went during the day where select appetizers and pizzas were HALF OFF. Score! We ordered turkey sliders, fries, spin dip, bbq chic pizza and I think the chicken thai pizza. Great portions and delish. For the turkey sliders it comes with four and I guess in the process of getting the sliders to the plate one didn't make it, so we got a free order of sliders to go, and apologies from hostess to waitress to management. Great hospitality I tell ya. The pizzas...finger licking good. Now the reason why you get four stars instead of five yard house is because (1) your french fries are skinny. Not a fan. Felt like I was eating nothing :(. (2) the chips for the spin dip I guess are house made, and aren't that great. like just throw in some tortilla chips thanks. (3) The music playing did not suit this restaurant at all. like I like to hum and dance when I eat. I did none of that. AND the whole time we were sitting there we kept wondering what we were smelling. Something foul. Turns out the table smelled. Like they used a dirty rag to clean the table off. Any who B+ in all for Yard house! I'd go again
(4)
Rogaa S.
Nice place, but crazy busy.. we came here on a Thursday night around 7ish and the place was packed to the max. we had a ten minute wait and whats even better is they gave our table away. place is huge tons of space but we were kind of close to other ppl since our booth was giving away we had to sit at one o the tables in the middle kind of. so everyone was hearing everyones conversation. I only drank huge beer menu and they separate it by flavor/taste so it helped out a lot. beers were around 6-7 bucks for a pint not to bad. the foo i thought was a bit on the pricier side, if you get apps get the snacks instead cheaper and you get quite a bit. the entrees looked good (i didn't eat) and from what my friends were saying they were very pleased with their meals. overall a nice place to far out of the way for me and way to much traffic going through that place for my liking.
(3)
Bethany R.
Amazing look to the place, pretty loud but that's to be expected, the wait was said to be 35-40 minutes, we waited 50 before saying something and being informed that they had 'lost our name' even though we had a buzzer? Once we were FINALLY seated, out waiter -Mike was really on top of things! He was great, very fast service and really made up for the bad service in the front of the house!
(4)
Dan F.
Happy hour is only over shadowed by the over 100 types of Beers that they have on tap. Place is amazing. You have to have a Half yard beer of some kind! Its like a right of passage. Buffalo wings were Good Onion ring tower was even better Margarita pizza was delicious LOVE THIS PLACE if you can still stand after head over to the movies right next door
(5)
Frank B.
Went for half price apps and beers for Happy Hour on a Monday Night. The selection of beers was the largest I've seen and the bartender did a great job picking out beers that I would like. The apps were really good. I will definitely go back.
(5)
Katherine L.
This place was DELICIOUS! I went on a Wednesday night and the place was PACKED. 30-40 minutes wait but luckily we got to sit at the bar while waiting because we went to look as two people were getting up. Bartenders are on point. We got 3 different kinds of martinis and 1 specialty drink and they were ALL AMAZING. Martinis ($10.50): -Hawaiian Sunset -Sweet Tart -Black Orchid Specialty Drink ($9.50): - House Tropic The food was really yummy. The only thing that stink is there was no calories listed on the menu or "health conscious" menu. I got the Chicken Rice Bowl (1350 cal and $13.00) my friend got the Korean Short Rib Tacos. We also tried a lot of desserts: -Kona Coffee Ice Cream Sundae -Mini Creme Brulee -Mini Chocolate Souffle The Creme Brulee was NOT Creme Brulee and I wouldn't suggest getting it. It is made with chocolate chips on the bottom of the ramekin and topped with banana. The Creme Brulee was more just like a pudding topped with banana. The Kona Coffee Ice Cream Sundae was okay. I expected something more delicious for $8.00. The whipped cream wasn't too great, not a lot of hot chocolate, and the macadamia nuts were kind of odd tasting with the ice cream although I understand the link between Kona Coffee and Macadamia nuts. The Chocolate Souffle was definitely the best. We topped it with caramel ice cream instead of vanilla bean because they were out. I didn't even realize it came with a scoop of ice cream but I'm very happy we switched out the ice cream because I dont like vanilla bean. The mini desserts are served in 6 oz ramekins.
(4)
Tater M.
Their regular fries are really tasty, arrive hot at your table. Be careful- this place has pretty loud noise levels during/after happy hour. Our waitress was super friendly but didn't repeat back the order. Asked/pointed towards the Hawaiian Poke but ended up with Hawaiian Pizza- which was pretty good. Sliders were pretty good too.
(3)
Mary L.
The draft beer selection is spectacular, though slightly overwhelming for those who come in without a preference to steer them in the right direction. The boy and I selected two Hefeweizens in the yard glasses and aside from worrying that they were going to tip over every time someone bumped into our table, found it rather difficult to drink from - better off getting pint glasses. Nevertheless, the beers were good. We started with the chicken nachos and every chip came loaded with chicken, cheese, pico, sour cream, and guac. The boy had the Hawaiian burger which was topped with pineapples and pepperjack cheese and I had the Cuban roast pork sandwich which was absolutely delicious! The sandwich was packed with flavor and the portion was large enough that I had the remaining half of the sandwich for lunch the next day. Both entrees came with a large handful of thin, crispy fries. The wait for a table was long (1.5 hours) so put your name on the list then go shopping. For how packed the place was, the server was attentive and checked on us several times throughout the meal. Will definitely return (soon)!
(5)
Paul R.
Let's get the obvious out of the way: This place is a bit expensive, and you will almost always have to wait a minimum of 15-30 minutes for a table during dinner time. I'm not sure how it only has a 2 dollar sign rating for price because I always end up spending close to $50/person here after dinner, 2 beers, and tip. Great beer selection on draft. They always have something interesting to try, and some old classics. Food is a bit expensive for what it is. I've had a number of different dishes here and they've always been underwhelming, at best. The service is downright bad. However, the wait staff is not at fault, it's the kitchen. They simply seem to be understaffed and/or mismanaged. Every time I've been here my food has taken inexcusably long to be served. And when I receive it, it's never cooked to specification, and it's almost always cold. Their customer service, however, is top notch. Last time I was here our food took about an hour to come out. They apologized and threw out the bill. The time before that my petite fliet was overcooked, and they offered (I didn't mention anything, but they noticed I wasn't enjoying it) to recook another one for me. But, really, I'm not interested in going out, wasting time, and having meals given to me for free. I'm interested in going out for a relatively speedy, delicious meal at a reasonable price. This place offers none of that. Even though they went above and beyond to make up for our bad experience, it's unlikely I'll be going back for dinner, but I will definitely be back for their great beer selection.
(2)
Timothy H.
One of the best burger place in Massachusetts. I had the burger with lobster meat and it was delicious! The beef was juicy and the lobster meat made a huge difference in taste. I've never been much of a fries person, but when I had their little thin marinated needle fries now I love eating fries......well their fries, lol!
(4)
Jennifer S.
Ok... So I love the crusted peppercorn filet and the sangria drinks but that's about it. The rest of the menu is eh! The food is a bit overpriced for what you get and the service is sometimes slow. We did have a horrible experience one time and the company made it right but we haven't been back since.
(3)
Yasa E.
I've never wanted to be labeled as a "regular" anywhere, but i am pretty sure that over the last year I've been coming to yardy so much that I have aquired that unfortunate title. Enough about me though. I can't get enough of this place. The bartenders (Whitney, Dennis, Marlon, Adam, Dan, Liz,....i'm sure i'm fogetting some others) are outstanding! This is bar service at its best. The food is amazing, my favorites include: the sashimi, the crab dip, the spinach and cheese dip, ahi caesar, the eggrolls, the sliders, the surf and turf burger, country fried chicken, the onion rings and many many others. The korean boneless firecracker ribs as an entree are phenomenal. I've had some fantastic experiences here. For example, my last minute 25 person birthday party was accommodated by Megan the manager in under an hour and a half (which gave us enough time to gather at the bar and visit my favorite bar team). This place is perfect for any occasion (picky eaters will be satisfied as well). I've had gatherings with friends here, birthdays, new job celebrations, going away parties and numerous dates. This is truly a fantastic place and is definitely at the top of my list for casual dining and drinks.
(5)
Angela M.
Stopped by the Yard House the other night for drinks and dessert, upon arrival we were greeted and brought to a table. Our server Jessica was polite at first but as soon as she realized we weren't planning on eating dinner and racking up a big tab her attitude completely changed. She brought us our beer that we ordered and put in our order for dessert and wasn't too be seen again. We were never offered water or a refill of our beer. My first thought was that maybe she was too busy to check in on us but it was a Monday night and the restaurant wasn't that busy. Coming from the service industry, and understanding her disappointment that we would just be eating dessert I was planning on tipping her well above the normal 20% of our total bill.... In the end I probably won't be coming back to the Yard House , although it was one of my favorite restaurants before this experience...there are many other restaurants at Legacy Place were I could find better service and servers without attitudes.
(1)
rose s.
Other than our bartender/waiter {ADAM} it was good. His personality sux'd . We waited on our waiter all night
(3)
Ian S.
RACIST. I went to the bathroom and when I walked back to the table the manager told me I was drinking too much. Mind you, I was walking and speaking just fine. They said they were basing it off that I ordered a DOUBLE gin and tonic. SORRY, THAT IT WAS MY BIRTHDAY. I also asked them to make me a four horseman shot and they said that shot was AGAINST THE LAW. A friend I was with told me that the same thing HAPPENED to his Indian friend when they went there. Guess massachusetts isn't as liberal as we all thought.
(1)
Alex G.
I ate lunch here today with some of my friends. It was delicious! The amount of beers they have is incredible, something for everyone! The queso dip was unbelievable, it was the perfect blend of spicy peppers and creamy cheese. It was a good size for the 3 of us to share. For a meal, I got a small BBQ chicken salad, which was HUGE. I took half of it home and I am going to eat it tomorrow. The prices are not bad either. Our waitress Nicole was very attentive and made sure we were happy with what we were eating. Next time I will save room for dessert, because that looked good as well. The restaurant is big, so bring your friends and family!
(5)
Steve W.
Went on a Saturday around 4pm. Place was still 3/4 full, alwasy seems busy. Today we got the tacos - fish and korean beef. Fish Tacos was definitely better...the Korean beef tacos were meh. Wouldn't order that again. We also ordered the crab cakes which were 2 small crabcakes w/ some wasabi in it. Ddin't know it came w/ wasabi, altho not overpowering. The sauce w/ the crabcakes was very good. Good service, attentive. Didn't like the table we were given, same table (our 2nd visit) near the kitchen. We asked for a different table when our waiter came by. no problem. Place has plenty of TVs for sports watching. Some dishes the portions are pretty small. They do have happy hour - half priced apps during the week from 3 - 6 pm. Update - went back recently w/ party of 4 this past Sunday. Service was good and we weren't seated near the kitchen this time. The restaurant is not crowded on sunday noon time which is great. We all got the lunch specials for $10 for half sandwich w/ soup or salad. The french onion soup was avg. My pastrami sandwich was good. And I did appreciate their customers relations contacting me regarding my initial review.
(4)
Lynda G.
All around amazing experience. They lost a star for saying the wait was going to be much shorter than it actually was. Also, we each got a beer sampler and the bartenders put the beers in backwards so while we were drinking each sample and reading the descriptions, it wasn't matching up. The server helped us fix it, but it happened with all of our samplers which means the bartenders kept making it wrong. That's a pretty big deal if you're sampling beer. It was a Thursday night and absolutely packed, we could barely get a drink at the bar. Once we got seated our server was attentive and helpful. We sat for a while and never felt rushed. Food was delicious. I had a pineapple pizza and the sauce was so garlicky I loved every second of if. I wish I had a Yard House closer to me so I could go more often.
(4)
Mia B.
I have been to this particular Yard House a few times and it never disappoints. One of the more consistent chain restaurants. There is also an outdoor deck with a firepit that is used in the nicer weather. Great apps and sliders. They also have great burgers! And the caramel salt pudding dessert is INCREDIBLE!! Tip: From 4-6pm they offer a menu of 1/2 price apps and other discounted items. Good for happy hour or after work gathering.
(4)
Erin M.
Great place to meet after work. We got there around 4 (yup we left work early) and the place wasn't crowded. They had happy hour specials which were good, the cheese pizza was the best, the sliders were just OK (they don't ask how you want it cooked) and the onion rings were good too. The beer menu is overwhelming! I couldn't decide so I settled on the Rose Garden which was great but it was $9 for a pint. When we left at 8 the place was packed. Not the best in Legacy Place but OK.
(3)
Sylvia C.
When my friend suggested Yardhouse for our friday night dinner...I was hesitant because I thought it might be some bar type of food restaurant. The place was packed...estimated wait time 25min. We ordered a couple of drinks at the bar while we wait for our buzzer to buzz. Despite being a crowded night, we still managed to get our drink order taken pretty quickly. Think after 35 mins in...our buzzer finally buzzed. Yay! Hostess brought us to a big booth - enough to seat 8ppl (even though it's only two of us)...nevertheless we were happy with dining space. Our waitress greeted us within less than a minute...noticed we had drinks and asked if she could bring us some water *shocker*. We glanced through the menu...snacks to main course...I was impressed by the selection - deviled eggs, ahi poke bowl, truffle fries...the menu was way more expansive than your normal bar type of menu. We ordered the following (yes we both love variety and can eat): Small Snacks: Deviled eggs Ahi poke bowl Truffle fries Coconut Shrimp Salad - Caesar with anchovies Main course: Seared Sea Scallops Miso Glazed Sea Bass The small plates arrived....we were impressed by the portion and presentation. Dug right into the plates....and our palettes were pleasantly pleased. Made us look forward to our main course. We ordered several drinks and was surprised that it got delivered so quickly by the drink runners. Drink runners - now that's a first! The staff at the restaurant worked like a well oiled machine....fully crankin' with a great team attitude. We managed to order dessert - some sort of creme brulee...unfortunately it wasn't well baked (watery in the center)...let the waitress know...and she apologized and made sure that it was taken off the bill. Service and food has exceeded our expectations. Think we'll know where to go - the next time we're back in the area.
(5)
Melissa D.
You have redeemed yourself, Yard House. Thank you for directly writing to me and reviewing my constructive feedback. That is great management in my mind. Since my boyfriend and several friends LOVE this place, I came back again to give it a few more chances. I was not disappointed the 2-3 times I have been here since last summer. My last experience, I had the best server by far here by the high boys. She was great and patient. She definitely knew her beers explaining to a table next to us who was venturing into wheat beers for the first time. I had the fish tacos and I was not disappointed. I was scared as the last time I had a taco dish, it didn't come out as great as I wanted. The fish was light, not greasy and the sauce was amazing. Service at the bar has definitely improved. Yes, long waits but what do you expect with a huge facility. Thanks again and great job!
(4)
Ashley K.
First time here in a few weeks (yes weeks) but the first time here that I can honestly say, everything was GREAT. Busy Saturday night, but got a seat at the bar. Ordered apps, dinners, a single beer and a flight. LOVED the traditional flight and my friend loved her belgian flight. Food was great, beers were great, vibe was great, but best of all, our SERVICE was great. Danielle was the best bartender my friend and I have experienced in a long time. Witty, pleasant, knowledgeable, NORMAL, always there, yet not annoying. The kind of girl you'd want to hang out with. THANK YOU, Danielle, you made our experience. Signed, "the lesbians" :) AWESOME place for a beer and decent food, if you can handle a crowd and a potentially a wait. Sometimes hit or miss, depending on service, but tonight a total HIT.
(4)
Kim P.
I'm giving the Yard House 2 stars based on visit last week. The food and drinks were good. The service started off great. I'm giving 2 stars because is was VERY OBVIOUS the waitress wanted us to leave. The restaurant was crowded for a Monday night, but there were plenty of empty tables available. She took my water before I had finished it. She tried taking my friends meal before she had finished it - she even had a bite in her mouth at the time. The waitress cleaned the table while we were still sitting there. It was extremely rude and I won't be back.
(2)
Kelly B.
I worked there for a year, and would go in every once in a while on a day off, and still go in - so that says something about the food and how I think the place is run. Enormous menu, and even more so considering how accommodating the kitchen can be in terms of modifications. Everything is very standardized, in terms of being made exactly the same way every time so you know what you're going to get. Yes, the wait can be horrifyingly obnoxious. I make a point of stopping in when it's not going to be as busy. Servers are very good at checking in at appropriate intervals to make sure everything is ok.
(5)
C B.
We went on 4th of July. It was a disaster. They sat 4 parties ahead of us. Then when we finally got sat, we waited 20 minutes for a server who never showed up. We walked out after no one came in 20 minutes. Won't ever go back.
(1)
Delroy H.
Still one of the best place to relax and enjoy a good meal. It's so difficult to come in the area and not visit the YH.
(5)
Christine C.
The service is fine and any place at Legacy Place will be packed with a crazy wait on a weekend. I'm only disappointed that the quality of the food seemed to have gone down hill from when they first opened. Sangria is way too sweet, had to ask for whipped cream for an Irish coffee...the good ones come with cream & a little chocolate stick..plus the right combo of alcohol. The kung pao calamari was cross...drenched in a heavy yucky sauce and was supposed to come with cherry peppers (hots) as per the menu & arrived with bell peppers...not the same. & calamari was soggy. Ordered a flat bread that was dried out and seemed like it sat under the light in the kitchen for ages....the only thing I liked was the chips & guacamole...even the kids mac n cheese wasn't the same, not as tasty & the cheese sauce with the brocholi was like water.... it's not worth the money any more & I don't think we'll be back. I think they need to change up their menu or take more time to prep the food, even if it means a longer wait....I feel just as bad as if I ate at a fast food restaurant. Everything tasted like it was sitting under the light for ages, probably to accommodate all the people, but I think you can find better food at a pub for less money.
(2)
G K.
Really good burger. I had the pepper jack burger... and the Gorgonzola burger. Tasted great. Excellent service.
(4)
Laura M.
Long waits. Way too salty food. The only thing saving this from being a 2 star review is the wonderful staff, great beer selection, and ample amounts of tv's for watching sporting events. Come for happy hour and drinks. Skip it on the weekends.
(3)
Melanie W.
Yard House is my favorite chain restaurant by far. I have been to the one in Fenway a few times, as well as one in Atlanta, but Dedham is the one I go to most often. Service is always attentive, only once did I feel like it was intrusive. The wait can be very long, however. For food I have enjoyed the enchilada stack, chicken rice bowl, margherita pizza (amazing!!), spicy Thai chicken pizza, Thai chicken noodle salad, the coconut shrimp appetizer, the hummus appetizer and vanilla ice cream dessert. For what I haven't enjoyed: The French dip sandwich fell apart after dipping it, although the fries were yummy and crispy. The French onion soup was VERY salty I actually liked it, but I can see why some would complain. The mini chocolate souffle was a little dry. I love the different beers they have, even though I almost always get the Angry Orchard cider.
(5)
Catie C.
Pricey is the word. Steaks are in the twenties. Serious, if i have to pay $26 for a steak, I might as well go to capitol grille! Ok fine, I wont have a steak.. perhaps, a burger? well, all the burgers are over $11! OK, I don't like cheesburgers. Well, too bad cuz the classic there is a cheeseburger! Hence, if i want a hamburger, I still have to pay for the cheesburger price. OK, I give them credit for only charging $6 and some change for Belgian beer. So in essence, come bere for beers and nothing more if you're trying to get your monies worth. To start, We had onion rings which were standard. Nothing to WOW about. For dinner, I had sliders. Would I do burgers there again? No. My sliders had fried onions which was overpowering the burger flavor. Knowing me, I had my 2nd slider with none of that. All I tasted was salt. Certainly, this is the first time i had salty sliders. Sorry, I didn't taste any beef. I would say this is a good watering hole but definitely not worth the money for dinner.
(2)
Jason H.
3.5 stars. It's been a long time coming, but I've finally gave this place a try. Being a beer geek, I get recommended this place a lot. I think I unfairly hesitated to try it, being that its a chain. Big deal, it's a fun place. As expected, beer selection is impressively extensive for a bar chain. A few rare gems are mixed in with more accessible craft favorites, and rotating taps that seem to change often. Food is where I was pretty surprised. It's good. I'd suggest the pizza and burger here, they were both really tasty. Other options, not so great. Atmosphere can get a little stressful, as it's packed on weekend nights and the wait is long, but it's always fun. I should have given this place a chance a while ago.
(3)
Khoa N.
My friends and I went crazy for the one hour happy hour we were here. There wasn't enough room on our table for the entire menu of appetizers (which seemed like the amt we ordered). The foods were decent, with the exception of the california roll. Don't order that. It is not your regular sushi roll (and the waiter will tell you that). It was a giant ball of cold rice. The fire cracker wings were supposed to be their spiciest out of 3 options but I could not taste the spiciness at all. It was otherwise very tasty. Drinks are good. The half-yard drafts are only for the thirsties. I would never be able to finish one of those giant towers of beer so I got myself a couple of martinis. And they were quite yummy.
(3)
Shannon S.
Just dined here for the 3rd time. When I think of this place, I think of comfort food. As in, I eat and then I want to do nothing more than (blissfully) curl up on my couch for the night. Everything I've tried I've enjoyed and it's been a game-time decision each time as so many things on the menu catch my eye. The long wait every.single.time is a bit discouraging BUT the beer selection helps and usually once I get a few good and strong brews in me, time starts to fly. (Perhaps not always a good thing). We shared the spinach and cheese dip between 4 people and though it was quite delicious, it wasn't enough dip given the amount of crispy flat breads included (or the price). Give me more dip people! I had the crab cake hoagie (again) for my meal and pretty much polished it off aside from a bite or two I just couldn't manage. My co-diners enjoyed their entrees as well and we all left full and ready to be rolled home. Our server was outgoing and attentive. I'm only with holding a star because I still think the prices are a bit high given portions but all-in-all, Yard House is still doing a solid job.
(4)
William D.
Nothing but good things to say about this place. Food is excellent; very wide selection of drinks; great place to watch any sports game; bar and wait staff are very friendly; great location; place is spacious, so wait time(s) are rarely long... Deserves 5 stars in my book.
(5)
Alyson S.
This place was as busy as could be on a Friday night when a friend and I showed up for a bite to eat. We were greeted by the friendliest of hostesses and seated within 15 minutes (not too bad!). We sat near the bar area which was loud but perfect for what we were looking for especially because we wanted to catch up. The seating booth style did seem quieter when I passed through to use the restrooms (which were extremely well maintained). Our waiter came over and was attentive throughout the meal sharing information about the dishes on the most expansive menu I have had to choose from. The choices ranged from small plates to heavy full courses including interesting twists on the american basics. I am sure just about anyone could find something they like on the menu. The food was well cooked and seasoned both for the appetizers and main dishes we ordered. It definitely was great to have all of the options so that both of our palletets were please and satisfied by the end of the mea. I would definitely stop back in here for a casual meal catching up with friends.
(4)
Michael G.
This is a solid mainstream bar for beer lovers everywhere, but don't discount the bars up and down route 1 in the area! However, the yard house features unique craft beers from a variety of breweries around the world with 100+ offerings on tap! Try the piraat - you will not regret it! That being said, a lot of the entrees are priced higher than their worth, but I have never had a dish here that I was disappointed by! Yes I am a repeat offender here, thoughI would not consider myself a regular. Honestly, the menu as a whole is above my price range, however the taps and about a third of the menu are perfectly affordable for me. I recommend all the burgers, especially their Surf and Turf burger, which is reasonably priced for a burger that just so happens to have lobster in it! Yum. Also, their Mac and Cheese Squared, as well as their nouveau take on Tomato Bisque and Grilled Cheese - both of which are unique and delicious takes on comfort food. The variety of food, and beer at this establishment is something that cannot be passed up. This place is best experienced with a group, friends in a group of 4-8 is honestly ideal - everyone gets to sample someone else's choice, and the establishment can easily accomadate the numbers!
(4)
Matthew B.
I have been to this location enough to say you can expect a frustrating experience every time. This is a beer joint. Period. The service is pretty slow and not very attentive. Food takes roughly 25 minutes no matter what you get and it's a 50/50 chance it's hot. Some bartenders are less friendly than others which always confuses me when customers are treated like intruders. There are other much better restaurants in the complex if you are looking for anything above and beyond beer, but let's be honest no one goes somewhere to try 1,400 different beers. Skip it. For some reason the wait for dinner time is always 30-45 minutes minimum because people can't get past the hype.
(1)
Brian W.
I'm only taking away one star because the place is ridiculously crowded and standing in the waiting area with hoards of people and their Legacy Place shopping bags is enough to make you want to drive down route 1 to Five Guys or Chipotle. Once you get seated you can't go wrong with 100+ different draft beers and a food menu with just as many options. They have a pretty extensive gluten SENSITIVE menu and they're very quick to point out that while the food will be gluten free, the kitchen is not a gluten free environment. After talking to the Manager we don't think this is any different from any other restaurant with a gluten free menu, but it can be a little concerning if even slight cross contamination can get you sick. My wife ended up getting a monster sized turkey club wrapped in lettuce that she enjoyed very much. I went with a Pork sandwich that I ordered without cheese, but ended up coming with pieces of cheese remaining from a poor attempt to remove the melted cheese after the fact. The waitress and Manager were extremely nice about it and ended up sending me a whole new sandwich AND taking it off the bill without me even having to ask. The sandwich was just ok, but the sweet potato fries were awesome and the customer service was even better. We'll definitely be back to try some new things and make fun of those people awkwardly drinking out of the half yard glasses of beer they ordered.
(4)
Me K.
OK my first thought was, not bad. Casual but not dumpy at all. Then I ordered my first skinny Margarita which tasted great however they could have put a little less ice and more drink in the cup! We ordered the chips and Quacamole. Was a little disapointed at the size but im use to larger than life portions which are not good for me! They were actually really good and shared between 2 were plenty! It seemes like they were off a bit and when we finally got our meal mine was cold. I ordered the carribean chicken and my husband ordered the blackened fish Taco's (they were amazing) So the waitress asked how things were I said fine, just a little cold but that was ok I would still eat it because we had a movie to make. The manager came over a minute later and apoligized for the food being cold and said they were a little off that night. He then said the entire bill was on him.... what wait yes he did say that! So two meals and app and 4 drinks. (yes drinks too) he asked us to please give them another try another day. I do take into consideration mistakes that happen but I judge a restaurant or company on how they handle the mistakes, honestly everyone makes mistakes but how you deal with them is what matters. So I am giving them 5 stars because the fish tacos were amazing and if I go back and I am not happy I have no doubt that they will make sure I am! If we had more time he said he would have been able to make it right but we had to make our movie!!!
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Tiffany M.
Based on my expectations, I have to give this place 5 stars. I expected a quality chain resto with a decent menu of draft brews, and ample seating for sports. So what did I get? -phenomenal music on the PA -surprisingly good food (ahi tuna salad & angel hair pomadoro) -tons of great beer on tap -pleasant crowd -great service -an excellent view of a dreadful Red Sox loss Hey, it's a chain restaurant, so I was thrilled that it exceeded my expectations.
(5)
Kimberly L.
My friends love this place, but I found it overpriced and really loud. The food was very good, (which is why it got a 3) the drinks were minimal, And the staff was mediocre. Parking is horrific. I would go again and give it another try...when I have some extra cash to blow.
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Jess K.
Yes yes yes! I love this Yard House! Friends had been buzzing about Yard House pretty much since it opened, and so I finally made plans and met some friends there. My first time there I got the chicken fingers and fries, and they were the best chicken fingers EVER! They brought me bbq AND honey mustard... that's really the way to my heart! Since then I have been back probably 8 or so times. They do half price apps in the afternoon- 3-5 maybe?- so I have gone a couple times for that and gotten chicken fingers again. I have also had the grilled cheese and tomato bisque! Crunchy, cheesy, and yummy! They also do a good french onion soup. Pretty much everything on the menu is delicious! Some of the entrees are a little pricey, but I've never gone with anyone that said there food wasn't GREAT! One thing to note is that peak times get CRAZY. The wait on a Sat night gets to about 2 hours. I had a birthday dinner there for a large table and got there early around 5ish to secure our spot. They don't take reservations, so plan accordingly! I highly recommend Yard House, it's delicious!!
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Jaymie T.
Meghan our waitress was awesome. Great food, great beer, great service and Meghan split the check 8 ways for us without us asking!
(5)
Brian R.
Granted I went here on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy however I was told the wait would be 1 hr it wasnt unti 2 hrs had passed before we were finally seated. When we went to the Hostess stand they kept saying 15minutes and were extremely rude. At one time the hostess when we asked how much longer because we had already exceeded her initial time by 30 minutes she very rudly said "Welcome to Saturday night. When we finally got seated the food and service were both ok. Dont waste your time here it isnt worth it there are plenty of other places at Legacy Place that are much better and friendlier!!!!
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Christopher R.
We seriously love this place and drive down to Dedham like once a week to go. Food is great, and they have an amazing selection of Vegan/Veg options like their Gardein products. Amazing selection of beers and service is always fast and friendly. They actually usually always remember us as well as we have become sort of regulars. So even if a big chain place like this, everyone still comes to know your name.
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Jen L.
Yummmmm is all I have to say! The best vegetarian American food! Love being able to come here and grab a beer and some 'chicken' buffalo wings with my friends. The Gardein meat substitute is off the chain!! And def try their 6 pack sampler of beer. I was somewhat of a narrow minded light beer drinker. Now I have expanded my horizons and found some really great choices. Sometimes after I head straight to Whole Foods next door with the beer description list and pick up a couple of six packs of my favorite picks. I consider myself a lifelong faithful customer of the Yard House!
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Kathy F.
Would not come here again. There were six of us, so we called ahead and put our names in. When we got there, we were told on weekends you could not call ahead.So why didn't the person that answered the phone know this. We were seated at a nice horseshoe shaped table ,but the music was so loud, we could not hear ourselves think. I asked a hostess to turn down the music and she informed be that it was not possible. We ended up texting each other during the entire meal. The food was. good and our server was attentive,but I would still not return.
(4)
Little Miss C.
The food is actually good at this sports bar. The burgers are AMAZING! Nice spot for an after movie dinner on a Sunday. If it is game night, you will be filled with Boston pride (only if the Pats are winning).
(4)
Sami W.
I don't know if you're going to believe me (like I care!) but I was going to write the same review Molly W. wrote WORD FOR WORD! I decided not to write one because repetitiveness is a wasted of time! Here's Molly's review: "Legacy Place pretty much rules, and this is definitely the place to eat if you're there. The wait is long, but whatareyagonnado? We usually end up at the bar. Which is not a bad thing, because if you're going to drink, you can get prompt service! They have outdoor dining on nice days, and we had the pleasure of sitting out there ONCE (there's always a mega wait for that) and you're facing a parking lot, so whatever. Plus, I really like the music they play inside which I normally would probably be a brat about. I LOVE their beer flights (which are always changing), especially because they print out these detail sheets that tell you all about the beer: where it's brewed, what's in it, what it's special qualities are. It's like a wine tasting without having to sit there and nod your head while someone goes blahblahblah. The food is good. The portions are big. There's something for everyone. It's definitely American - the portions are huge. It's a pretty cool crowd - it's a good place to just go relax and drink good beer without having to deal with the Boston parking situation. Yes. That's huge. PARKING. Plenty of FREE PARKING! Yaaayyyy!!!! So yeah! I like this place. It's making me want to go there just writing about it!"
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Patrick M.
WE GET IT. YOU HAVE A LOT OF BEERS ON TAP. Other than that its a trendy discotheque of a restaurant that blasts classic rock. Overpriced if not inspired entrees. The apps are ok though. Try the shrimp.They must make a kings ransom on the beers. There is something about micro and craft beers that warrants an intimate atmosphere. If I'm in the Ninety Nine and they some cool beers, im impressed. BUT THIS PLACE ISNT COOL. Its a juggernaut. I felt lost when I walked in. Honestly it isnt terrible. Im just dumbfounded that a place like this exists. I know of 3 tavers/bars/brewhouse that id rather give my business to.
(2)
Nicole S.
Awesome food and atmosphere! the staff is always so nice and treat you like a real customer! best food in dedham by far!
(5)
Keo H.
This place is definately a place I would suggest to friends for a nice, trendy evening out. Great for a casual first date to chit chat and get to know one another. The music wasn't too loud, you can hear each other. Althought I went on a rainy Tuesday night, the place was still busy and happening. The crowd tonight was your younger, maybe middle aged professional. I can't comment much on the food since I only came here for drinks (had dinner elsewhere), but all the dishes at the other tables looked delicious. The menu was very electic. You have choices ranging from sandwiches,soups, korean and chinese inspired dishes, along with the option of seafood, steak, and other meats. They have a massive selection of beers on tap. The mix drinks are priced at about $10-$12. The food however seemed a lil' pricey to me since its not a fine dining kind of venue and you weren't in the city. The place is very new, trendy, and modern. Great atmosphere. Large bar area with flat screen tv's for those who love sports. The tables are high bar tables. Service was good. The waitress, as busy as it was, did a great job checking in on us as our drinks got low. The best thing I like about this place is that there's PARKING!!! I'm soo use to going into the boston bar/lounges and circling the streets block after block searching for parking. Thumbs up!
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Jeanna R.
The main reason I go to the Yardhouse is because of the beer selection, although the Atwater Vanilla Java is still at the top of my list. Their food selection is pretty good, albeit a little overpriced--don't get me wrong, it always tastes great, but $11 for a lunch-sized portion of Mac n' Cheese is a little high, given that you can get the dinner portion for $16 and get twice as much. I usually get great service at the bar since there's always several bartenders working, but if I remember correctly the floor service when we had a table near the kegs in the back wasn't very good. Overall it's a good place for a cold beer and tasty food, as long as you're not expecting a cheap eat.
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Debra C.
Wanted to love this place but after two visits I am convinced that the food just sucks. Beer selection good but food is bad. How do you screw up Mac N Cheese? Me and another person I was with got it and we were both disgusted. Second time I pretended I would take the food home and was even more aggravated when they dropped the "to go" boxes off on the table for me to scrape off the plate into the box! Seriously? After dropping 60 bucks on food and one beer and now you want me to pack my own "to go" box? I'll return for drinks and maybe apps but only if I was with people that really wanted to go there. Definitely no entrees!
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J M.
I see a lot of 5 stars, but not sure how you go that far with such an average menu and food that has little value. The beers selection is right up there with Big City/Sunset in Allston. The menu is too big..pages of everything from americanized asian to burgers. A bit on the pricey side, but not complaining too much as there was parking and the garage was free to park in. Liked what I got, but alittle skimpy on the shared appetizers. Casual/Trendy. Nice space. Service attentive (but was sitting at the bar, it better be) Average to a bit above..nothing to write home about, but if in the area again maybe stop in for beer and something light.
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G P.
I had a much better experience this time. I'm glad I gave it another try. There was a bit more space to move around this time and the wait for a table was reasonable considering the size of our party. I got the California roll, or should I say cake?! It was awesome, I've had sushi more times than I can remember and they certainly made it unique! We all had a great time, thanks Yard House!
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Mark W.
This place has gotten some bad reviews, but we actually had a great meal and got to enjoy a few unique beers. The service was excellent and the place looks great. If you go on the weekend evening then expect a crowd (they pack them in), but what's wrong with that? You can still get a drink and food and enjoy people watching. We did find the food prices to be a little steep but that seems to be the norm for Legacy Place.
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Luke P.
Awesome beer selection - by far the best in the area. Below average bar food. I've not been impressed with the sandwiches, burgers and salads I've ordered from here. They do have a pretty cool happy hour late at night (10:00 PM on) that has 1/2 priced apps and pizzas (note: I've tried neither yet so they may be horrible anyway). Very crowded and noisy. Really ideal place if you want to drink a lot and watch a game. I don't know if I'd recommend Yard House for any other purpose, but it's nearly perfect in this category. Will be back for the beer for sure, but probably try to pass on the food.
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Alyssa S.
(3.5 stars) I'm a fan of Yard House. It's a great venue for a large group, and the service has always been decent. The servers are well-trained and willing to please their customers. I have been here a number of times with both small and large groups. Some items I've tried from the menu include the following dishes: -Appetizers: SPINACH CHEESE DIP ("baked with feta, jack, parmesan and cream cheese served with crispy flat bread") CHICKEN NACHOS ("spicy pinto beans, cheddar and jack, red and green sauce, tomato, cilantro, onions, guacamole and sour cream") LETTUCE WRAPS ("stir fried, smoked tofu, pine nuts and green onions with three dipping sauces and choice chicken, tiger shrimp, or shiitake & portabella mushrooms") BLUE CRAB CAKES ("with mango papaya chutney, passion fruit beurre blanc and tomato oil") -Entrees: MARGHERITA pizza ("oven roasted roma tomatoes, roasted garlic, mozzarella and fresh basil" SEARED AHI STEAK ("seared rare, spinach, swiss, tomatoes, caramelized onions, peppercorn aïoli on grilled rye") I like the food at Yard House. The quality does match the higher prices, but I believe that you pay for the medley of food, atmosphere, and hospitality. They have the world's largest selection of draft beer, and I find that to be an enormous perk because you can always choose a beverage to your liking. Dedham's location is a full bar that is situated in the middle of the restaurant. A setback for this great location is that they do not accept reservations...so if you do come here with a large group, be prepared to wait! For my "Nacho Average Reviews" list: 3 stars...their nachos are served on a very large platter with balanced ingredients; however, the chips can be slightly soggy, and in a large group, they get cold quickly. I would order them again, though. :)
(3)
Tim R.
I arrived at 6:30 to meet my family. I was told a 1 hour and 15 minbute wait. At 8:30 we finally say andd by 10:00 we still had no food. Our manager was nice and the service was ok once we sat. Jarad, another floor manager came over with no solicitation from us. He asked if everything was ok and I said, "well I wasn't going to say anythig but now that you have brought it up, we have been here sincce 6:30 and still have not received our food and it is after 10:00." He grew rude and defensive and said, "You knew it was a 1 hour wait when you got here and steak takes a long time to cook." I tried to calm him down (Not my job), and told him that I was just answering his queston. The other manager came over and apologized and gave us a round of drinks and desert. We liked the food but will NOT be going back with so many other options out there!
(1)
Sean O.
Food: B- Beer: A+ Get yourself a couple glasses of Abt 12 and call an ambulance for the ride home.
(4)
Nuala G.
This is my go to place when going to the movies at Legacy Place. Try to get here early as the place gets packed. A few times I ended up eating at the bar as I didn't want to wait the hour for a table. Food is great, fantastic selection of drinks. Service is fast, and everyone is super friendly!
(5)
Kelly C.
Every time I think of the Yard House I think of how huge the menu is and can't wait to go and try something new. The reality is that every time I actually go, I'm terribly disappointing. The food is really just okay. Maybe even bordering on the not so great side. The last time I went I decided to try the spicy tuna roll appetizer. The waitress warned me that instead of being pieces of sushi, that it was one large roll. Well, when it came.. it looked like a bean sprout salad. Basically, it was nothing like a spicy tuna roll. I've also had the mac and cheese. It was okay. Not that great but not bad. Portion was small though. There are a few good items there though, the french fries are really good and if you decide to have dessert, the caramel ice cream is really good. Also the beer selection is fantastic and the service has always been great. For me, this would be a great place to go for drinks but not food.
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Tony S.
Great Beer, Great Food, Great Music, Get here!
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Lynne L.
Visiting family,,I loved the Entire staff at Legacy yard house so...nice spoiled me and Boyfriend..and they treated me like a MOVIE STARLET!! ELAINE my waitress couldnot have done a better job!! she was doing at least 5 tables at once and kept her cool!! THANKS YUMMY FOOD!!!
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Sean M.
This is a great place for casual food and dozens of craft beers on tap. The bartenders are usually much better informed about the rotating craft beer selections but the waitstaff serving the tables and booths are always very pleasant and attentive if you're more focused on the dining aspect of your visit. Lots of good quality, large-screen LCD displays make it a great spot to watch any type of sporting event while enjoying good food and great beer. They have also made an extensive effort in creating a massive background music library collection, which they stream through a high-quality sound system...
(4)
Libby L.
2nd and Last Time. We went to the Yard House a couple of months ago when they had the Turkey Pot Pie and it was AMAZING. However, when we went there this past weekend for the Turkey Pot Pie - they no longer serve it - BUMMER :( :( So we ordered: - BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger - all right - had better at Wild Wily's for cheaper. - Clam Chowder - there was a hint of spice which wasn't appealing to me. - Seared Scallops with Steamed Vegetables - I could've made better. All it was was a 6-pieces of "dry" pan fried scallops with NO seasoning or flavors. I asked for steamed - they gave me oily stir fried vegetables. The waiter was not bad but he kept forgeting stuff - we had to keep getting his attention and requesting the same stuff. ie: extra napkins, ketchup, drink refills, etc... This will definitely be the last time.
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Meghan P.
Let me explain my rating: The Yard House in San Diego = AMAZING The Yard House in Dedham = underwhelming --------------------------------------------------Â------------------- I have eaten at this location 4 times and only the first time was good! My food is always cold or bland. Beer menu is extensive so you can always find something you like- its hard to mess up beer :) --- They only serve 1/2 yard here not full yard like in CA. Stick with the beer and maybe an appetizer and spend your money on dinner somewhere else. I really hope they can turn it around because I used to LOVE LOVE LOVE this place.
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Melissa M.
the yard house exceeded my expectations, and i say that because i sort of wrote it off and expected a mediocre meal because it's in the middle of suburban shopping hell aka legacy place. first the atmosphere. it's a pretty large place with a generously sized wrap around bar, plenty of high top tables, and a ton of booths. despite the place being packed (we went in after 2pm on a sunday), we were seated right away. it's on the loud side, so it seems to be a better place to meet up with friends for lunch and beers rather than a special dinner date. the service was fast and our server was polite and knowledgeable about the beer list. everythign we ordered came to the table quickly, and the manager even stopped by to greet us and personally inquire about a food allergy that one person at our table had. i thought that was a nice gesture. the food was really good and they had a really impressive vegetarian menu - even though i'm not vegetarian i'm lookign forward to trying some of those dishes in the future. the appetizers we got were standard (onion tower and chicken egg rolls). the burger we got was a solid (surf and turf beef burger plus some hunks of lobster). their beer menu was pretty decent and had more on it than i expected. i had a black and velvet and a long trail blackberry. they had a lot more craft beers to try, but that was just what i was in the mood for. overall it was a lot better than i expected, and although i wouldn't make a specific trip to the yard house, i would definitely go back again the next time i find myself at legacy place.
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Molly W.
Legacy Place pretty much rules, and this is definitely the place to eat if you're there. The wait is long, but whatareyagonnado? We usually end up at the bar. Which is not a bad thing, because if you're going to drink, you can get prompt service! They have outdoor dining on nice days, and we had the pleasure of sitting out there ONCE (there's always a mega wait for that) and you're facing a parking lot, so whatever. Plus, I really like the music they play inside which I normally would probably be a brat about. I LOVE their beer flights (which are always changing), especially because they print out these detail sheets that tell you all about the beer: where it's brewed, what's in it, what it's special qualities are. It's like a wine tasting without having to sit there and nod your head while someone goes blahblahblah. The food is good. The portions are big. There's something for everyone. It's definitely American - the portions are huge. It's a pretty cool crowd - it's a good place to just go relax and drink good beer without having to deal with the Boston parking situation. Yes. That's huge. PARKING. Plenty of FREE PARKING! Yaaayyyy!!!! So yeah! I like this place. It's making me want to go there just writing about it!
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Max L.
The yard seems to be losing it. Went there last Sunday. Our drinks were good (Jack's Melon!), appetizer was excellent (fire cracker ribs), entree was not. Now let me tell you, it was the southern fried chicken breast. It was golden brown, and the chicken was not dry... But it was BLAND! No flavor whatsoever. I put so much salt on that thing, it was absurd, what happened guys?? Disappointed. I am hitting the Met next time I'm in Legacy Place.
(3)
Thuy T.
Went here for the first time because a friend wanted to try it. they have a lot of choices for beer but i'm not really a drinker so i ask the waiter what he would recommend and he gave a suggesting that was just nasty. The waiter seem to not care about us and just wanted to get us in and out. the service was very slow both when getting a seat and being served. i called a head of time and ask for a seating for 6 and they said that they can do it but when i got there, the people seating us was just rude and made us wait a while for our table. Also i couldn't tell what type of restaurant this was because they had a lil bit of everything so maybe this is a plus for some ppl but it wasn't a plus for me because the food wasn't that great. i ordered american food, and my friends order korean and japanese food and we all said the same thing that the food wasn't that great.
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Matt G.
Went for lunch and sat outside. Great table perfect day for Al Fresco dining, until our server arrived. She forgot our app and by the time it arrived our lunch was soon to follow. I hate when this happens especially when you order the app before your meal. Then asked twice for a refill. I understand servers prefer to go to the bar for alcohol but they serve soda and it was 2:00 pm. The food was good, little overpriced in my mind but I learned a lesson. In no rush to return.
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Vivi L.
We came here on Saturday for an early dinner (around 4:30 pm). As usual, the place was pretty busy but we were able to get seated immediately. Our waitress was pretty good, she came over to check on us immediately. She took our drinks order and came back pretty soon with our beverages. After we put it our food order, it took pretty long for our appetizers to come out. We ordered the sweet potato fries and Korean beef short rib tacos (my favorite) for appetizers. The sweet potato fries were cold. It almost seem that it has been sitting on the kitchen counter for awhile before it got served to us. Our main dish came shortly after our appetizer. I ordered the miso glazed sea bass which is also my favorite dish. I was kind of disappointed that it came with white rice. I usually ordered it with brown rice but this time our waitress didn't ask us if we want brown or white rice and I forgot to tell her. Another thing is our fish was smaller than usual and the dish was just slightly warm. I was kind of disappointed as the place wasn't too packed and our food is usually much better than what we had that day. That's too bad that they couldn't be consistent on their food quality since I do like this place.
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Thomas N.
well this was our first visit to legacy place and to the yard house, was very nicely impressed.....great beer selection and a great many on drafts, place was sort of dimly lit and was very packed for a thursday lunch time......i had a couple of different and or new beers , i had the mac and cheese which was great, wife had the grilled cheese sandwich and soup( did we both crave cheese today!?) which was also excellent, also had the small salad which was good....service was very pleasant and informative as we ate at the bar..over all a great experience and would certainly look forward to getting back here...
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Lindsey P.
First off, I love this place. The food & beer selection never fail to amaze me. However,every time I've come I've had to wait. My friend and I went on a Friday night -.we got in at 7:55 & gave the lady our name & she told us to come.back.in 30 mins for a pager. We came back a little after 8:30 & there were still no pagers available & the woman said our wait would be about 45 mins. My friend and I went over to the bar,.which was incredibly packed and hard to get to. We each got a beer and chatted for a.bit. Went back over to the desk to check in after 9pm and we were finally.given a.pager. When I checked in this time they said we were one of the next two tables at 9:30 I checked in again and they said there were four tables ahead of us! We were finally seated at around 9:40 after we initially were told our wait would only be 1 hr to 1:15. My friend.and I ordered three courses and were out by.11pm. my biggest complaint is how they seat people. This was the worst time waiting-wise ive had. My friend and I were patient and didn't mind waiting but other patrons were clearly not as patient as we were. I will say, the managers and stafv were very pleasant & apologetic. Our waiter was DRew & he was awesome!!
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Alden G.
Busy and popular chain, sports bar. Good place! Had a chicken garlic pasta dish, pretty good. Very large portions.
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KMarie G.
I went to the Yard House on Friday, Nov. 10th with 3 friends. We arrived at 4:45 and there was a 45 minute wait. No big deal, it was a Friday night! Anyways, we were seated before the 45 minutes was up, and had Maureen as our waitress. She was all sorts of friendly until my evening went down hill... I ordered the Seared Ahi Tuna Burger. Not complicated, or so I thought... When our food was brought out, I was presented with a TURKEY burger. No. I AM A PESCO-VEGETARIAN. I promptly alerted our waitress of the mixup, and she said she'd put in another order for the correct menu item. A few minutes later, a manager came over to tell us that things were being taken care of. Great! Or so I thought... The clock kept ticking and ticking and we were planning on seeing a movie right after dinner. I sent my food back just before 6PM and by 6:30 my Tuna burger still hadn't been brought out! I asked another manager where my food was. She didn't care. Finally our waitress reappeared, without my food, and she didn't seem to care either, and wasn't one bit apologetic. I do not understand what takes so long to bring out a TUNA Burger??? Did you need to go to Whole Foods and buy more Ahi Tuna? Anyways, as we were leaving, at 6:50 PM, my Ahi Tuna Burger came out in a takeout container. So I basically sat at the Yard House for an ENTIRE HOUR waiting for that place to get my order right. The problem is not that my order was messed up. Things happen. The problem is with how it was handled. Zero apology from the waitress. Zero sense of urgency to correctify the issue. The Yard House does such a great business that they really don't seem to care if they piss off one party. Well, this one party won't be back. And it's a shame too, because I used to like the place.
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Shankar D.
Beer: Loved the 'young's double chocolate'. If you like stout beer, definitely try this one.
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Brian D.
Saturday night, about 9:30p, Yard House looks A-OK as we stroll across the street from the movie theater at Legacy Place in Dedham. Place is pretty packed, looks like a late 20's - mid 30's sort of suburban meat market + elderly LL Bean shoppers convention. That's OK, I get it. Not a lot of options for shopping for comfort travel clothing and picking up swingers in the burbs these days. Anywhoo, we squeeze into the bar and order beers off the massive yet-not-really-jaw-dropping-awesome beer list. House beers, not that great. Not awful, but not great. About 2 minutes later enter (I shall leave him nameless here) 'GUY' the bar manager. Let me reenact our conversation with 'GUY'. GUY: Hey there, my name is GUY, I'm one of the managers here at the Yard House. Me and Wife: Ok, hi. GUY: I need to ask you to remove that bottle of water from the counter, Ok? Wife: I don't have a bag with me, can I just drink it? GUY: ...I need to ask you to remove that bottle of water from the counter, Ok? Can you put it in your purse? Wife? Right. I don't have a purse with me. It's not even open. (trying to hand bottle to me so I can, I guess, put it my pants pocket?) GUY: That would be awesome. Thanks for coming to the Yard House! (GUY stands there, arms crossed, grinning like he just won the lottery, watches us as we try to figure out what to do with said bottle while we whip out the old Visa. Mind you, we're blushing from embarrassment while all the patrons around us stare at us like we just beat a baby seal to death. Done paying the tab we can get the hell out of there and try to figure out what the hell just happened.) In a NuTsHeLl: Yard House may be just fine, or may suck, either way, I'm in no hurry to go back and be treated to sophomoric, passive aggressive, customer service by some GUY who gets off on being able to make customers leave on a busy night for no good reason at all. Shame on you GUY. Shame. Shame.
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Pat S.
A frequent stop of ours. Always decent food, can't beat the beer selection. Was a little disappointed some of the limited edition beers were tapped out, but plenty of other selections to choose from. Good staff. Can be noisy, but mostly due to popularity and crowds - not necessarily a bad thing. Very knowledgeable bar staff about all of the different brews on tap.
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Dmitri K.
Choices choices choices. Try their beer sampler, then pick the best of the litter. Fish tacos at the bar with avocado, top notch.
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Paul D.
Great beer selection, expansive menu, but has that fake chain atmosphere, and is just way, way to expensive. And forget trying to have a conversation on a Friday night. But if you prefer to eat at a mall, and Olive Garden, Applebees, and Chilis all have a wait, go for it.
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Brent C.
Disappointing experience overall. The wife and I stopped by Yardhouse this past weekend for dinner. We were quoted a wait time of 45-55 minutes; when we checked in 45 minutes later to get a pager there were "two people" ahead of us in line - at least 15 minutes later and the pager went off. That timing doesn't quite add up, does it? Also noticed that there seemed to be one person handling the time estimates and pagers for the droves of people coming in...didn't really make much sense with a line of people out the door. We get sat down at a table by the window up front. As we are lead over the table is still being wiped down. After sitting down, we notice the check from the prior guests' was still on the table. Not off to a good start. On to the food and drinks. The beer selection is great and the cocktails are equally as good. No complaints there. With dinner, things started to really go downhill. I ordered the southern fried chicken, my wife ordered the hamburger sliders. After waiting for what seems like ages - we ask the waiter where our food is. "Sorry, the kitchen is really backed up right now" we are told. Backed up kitchen on a Saturday night? The one time when a restaurant would be consistently busy each and every week, without fail? Our food finally comes out, the wife's burgers are nice and hot but my fried chicken is ice cold (so cold, in fact, that the cream sauce surrounding it and the mashed potatoes was congealed...gross). I send the chicken back and the manager comes over to apologize (I give points for the manager checking in so quickly), and he got me another beer on the house after I accidentally spilled the one I was drinking with about 1/4 left. The chicken comes back out about 10 minutes later and was awesome. On the negative side though, my wife had to finish her sliders in that time as they were getting cold. So much for getting to enjoy our dinner together! Now, the kicker. The wife and I finish our meal and out comes the check. The check had my fried chicken entree on it twice! The waiter comes back, apologizes, and takes one of them off. With this many mishaps in one meal I was a bit surprised for even one fried chicken entree to be on that check. Overall, two stars because when the food is done correctly it's very good. Drink selection is also very good. Loss of three stars though due to poor handling overall of a very disappointing dinner. The experience here just does not line up with the premium price they charge for everything. Interestingly enough, every time I have come here for lunch it has been great. For a place that seems to be consistently busy at dinner time, they just do not seem to have their act together.
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Mark S.
I love this place. Endless selection of beers, great lunch menu, huge TV's, what more could you ask for in a brand new mall area. This place is awesome for groups, or even just to grab a quick drink and appetizer with a friend. I had the Sam Adam Chocolate Cherry Boch with some burger and fries. The beer was great.
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Josie G.
I had a great time at the Yard House for a friend's bachelorette dinner. We kept it low-key, no frooffy tiaras or sashes, but just a group of girls enjoying each other's company :) Happy Bridal Shower Kimi! The food was great, I got the jambalaya, others got the lettuce wraps, the sashimi salad, the turkey burger and everyone seemed happy with their food. I loved my mojito! The waiter we had was quick and efficient, as well as friendly. The only thing that was slightly weird was the cocktail waitress trying to serve in the very crowded front. Lots of people were waiting for seats, but it would have been easier to just go to the bar rather than have this lady squeezing around people at the door.
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Anthony R.
I've been by Yard House a bunch of times and also have a friend that's a waitor here, but never went for a meal until yesterday. To be honest I really expected a lot more... maybe it was because I saw them on Phantom Gourmet (pure coincidence) only a couple hours before I visited or maybe it's because I recently had a blast getting drinks at the new Fenway location. Like 3 stars mean, I think it's A-OK and with a few fixes I might be pushing it up a star in the future. First off I want to say that my waitor was a really great guy. He was friendly, talkative, and went above and beyond to make my table happy. Unfortunately, my table was right next to a waitor "station" area where the staff congregated to grab water pitchers or other stuff (my back was turned) which was also a meeting place or centralized location for everyone to bitch about customers or each other (i.e. one older waitress kept coming to this station and screaming "Are you kiddin' me!? Sons a-b*tches..." or another would make a passive aggressive comment about guests). I bet the staff's complaints were completely founded, but they should be a little more cognizant of their surroundings since my party was 2 feet away and listening... most things I found funny and laughed at, but other things were a little uncomfortable. Another unfortunate situation is that the outside wasn't open on a 70 degree day. Obviously many restaurants wouldn't think about their patios in March but we've had plenty of warm days and the forcast has been great, so why not quickly set up some tables and open up the place? It was dark and shuttered in when it could have been more open and enjoyable. Missed opportunity. The food. It was good. I had a crab cake sandwich and it wasn't bad. The avocado on top was the best part and the onion rings were good. The beer. Obviously a ton of options separated into categories/I was in heaven! I ordered the house honey and they came back with my friends' drinks and said they needed to change the keg for mine. 10 minutes later they say they are out of it completely and to pick something else = sadness. My friend ordered beer in a "goblet" two different times and the waitor brought him pints = sadness. Maybe it was just an off-day. I'll try them again at some point.
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Ken L.
Great food and great service! The happy hour prices During Monday night football are the best! Great IPA selection and music!
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Alee G.
... I went here again and this time I ordered the truffle fries. DEE-LISH!!
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H T.
Nice place to enjoy a beer and watch a sports game with friends. Food is better than your typical bar. Lots of options for beer on tap. It gets loud and busy. Younger crowd than the one in Lynnefield.
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Lindsay M.
Every time I come here I never know what to get - no worries - everything is amazingly delicious! Prices are pretty reasonable considering they give you so much food you always have leftovers. GREAT beer selection
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JAZON L.
Don't let the name deceive you. Its not all about the beer. They have great burgers and salads as well. I bring my groups of guys to watch the game, but families are great as well. They have a decent kids menu and my kids love the caesar salad. Personal recommendations - go for the BURGERS. Their buns are not big, bulky buns to hide the meat; but rather thin and the meat is the presentation.
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Rob T.
So I had decided that I wasn't going to review chains but tonight Yard House really did a great job and so I wanted to post about it. The 5 is for service. We go here from time to time, the food is very good and reliable and the beer selection keeps it interesting. I'm not going to review the food because it is as I said very good consistent with all Yard Houses. Tonight my wife got 2/3 through her salad and found a hair at the bottom. We're very understanding people, shit happens, we understand. So we mentioned it to the waitress who was profusely apologetic and took it away, offering to replace it. My wife had lost her appetite though so we just said no thanks. So at this point we're just hoping that she does the right thing and takes the salad off of the bill. Within about 45 seconds though the manager is at our table also apologizing profusely and offering to take the salad off as well as our appetizers. After he adjusted the bill he stopped by again to apologize and the waitress did the same again every time she passed by. They knocked more than $25 off our bill, cutting it by 1/3. (we tipped on the original bill BTW) This is how restaurant service should be. Some might say they should have comp'd the whole meal but I'm not that way. I would have been happy with an apology from the waitress and removal of the salad price. We got much more than that which guarantees that we'll return. It's great to know that someone still understands great customer service.
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Vivian C.
If you head out here on a Saturday night, be prepared for a very long wait. At 7pm, we were told it would be a 45 min - 1 hour wait... we ended up waiting much longer than that. And we had kids in our party, kids that are normally in bed by the time we were seated at our long booth. Fortunately, our server was understanding and patiently waited for us to put in our food orders at the same time that she took our drink orders. The organic tomato bisque was yummy creamy, and a decent portion for the +$2.95 price to add it to my turkey burger $10.75, which was verbally described as being similar to a meatloaf. My burger was in fact moist, tasty, messy, good. The fries, slim, crispy. They have a children's menu for those aged 12 and under that has 8 options that include a drink, a choice of sides, and dessert of either an Edy's strawberry bar or a vanilla ice cream with hot fudge. The fried fish arrived 2 pieces to an order, while the chicken strips were 4 flavorful strips to an order. When we left, one of the hostesses thanked us for our patience. That was thoughtful of her.
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Dave K.
Another fine meal here. Chicken nachos were good and worth doing again. Nothing really special but what do you expect with nachos. Seared Ahi was excellent. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Accompanied with brown rice and grilled asparagus. Will be my choice here from now on.
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lizzie b.
Well, it was one of my last dates with my boyfriend... but I still have fond memories of this meal, so that says a lot!!! I loved the honey ale on tap... amazing selection. My favorite is the turkey burger with garlic aioli. It's very very juicy and served on yummy bread. It's a large serving and reasonably priced. I enjoyed the french fries although they are kind of salty. At the end of the day, I didn't feel so guilty about eating the meal, and it was fresh and delicious. I'm not sure I'd ever order anything else! Can't wait for it to come to Fenway!!!
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James F.
Waited a long time, but ultimately had a good meal and some nice beer. I had heard about the Yard House first on a trip to the West Coast. Heard about the theme and planned to stop in, then nixed that idea when i found out it was a chain and they had just opened one in Dedham. So i jumped at the chance to accompany three friends there when the opportunity presented itself. I arrived about 15 minutes after my compatriots had put their name in, and we still waited a good 30-40 after that. Mind you this was not a Friday/Saturday. Good for them - if they can do that kind of business on a weeknight. All parties at the table seemed to enjoy their food, except for one diner (who shall remain anonymous) that had some issues with undercooking. The table discussed at length whether that type of cooking was actually suitable given how they had ordered the burger - the result was a split decision - 2:2. No one else at the table experienced any undercooking issues. Beer list comes as advertised - extensive - tried a few new things and got someone hooked on Youngs Double Chocolate Stout. Certainly worth the wait.
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Shannon H.
Went there for dinner with a girlfriend. We both got burgers. They were both cooked how we asked! The service was good but we kept having different people come to our table instead of just our waitress. It was a little annoying to keep having different staff introduce themselves and ask us questions while we were trying to talk and catch up. Also things were removed from the table a little to quick.... "can i take that out of your way or did you want the last few bites?". Overall it was ok. Parking was hard to find. The bill was $37 before tip for two burgers, a side salad, a soda and a beer.
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Larry F.
Menu good. Service good. Drink selection good. My guest and I both got food poisoning. Never good.
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Laura L.
Meet there with some friends after a 2 year hiatus from Boston. They like the place, and I liked it too, nice atmosphere the staff was very friendly and attentive, I like the food choices, next time I am back in town I'll definitively visit Yard House.
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Pardees S.
I came here with my college friends and two of their parents. We waited 2 hours for a table (yikes) so we were starving when they finally seated us. We ordered drinks and took about 20 minutes for the waitress to bring our drinks to us. When she finally came back we immediately ordered appetizers and dinner for fear of being forgotten about again. The appetizers were really good but we weren't sure if it was because we were hungry. We were willing to overlook the wait for the drinks when dinner came. All our meals were cold like they were sitting around for a while. We complained and got all new dishes that miraculously came out a mere 10 minutes after we sent them back. The managers tried comped us our dinner but overall I am not impressed with the way this restaurant is run. Next time I'll be sure to check out another spot.
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Andrea Z.
Went here by myself as I was in town for work. Got a two top right away even though it was about 6:00 on a Friday night. The place is huge, dark (just enough) and cool. The bar speaks for itself. 130 tap beers! Holy crap! What's not to like? I had a salad and the sliders. Pleasantly surprised that I snuck in before the happy hour ended at 6pm. Got 4 sliders and an entree amount of fries for 6.75. Sweet! Sliders were good sized and gooey, greasy goodness. The salad was average but it was just a house side salad - I wasn't looking for anything fancy. Unlike one other reviewer, I didn't get the impression that they were 'blasting classic rock'. I had a phone convo with my sister while waiting for my beer and I could hear her fine. Come on. Classic rock is their thing. It says it on the door of the place for chrissakes. You can't fault them for it. Also, pretty much everyone who says playing classic rock at a bar is lame - you know you're tapping your toe and singing along in your head. Just sayin. PS. They'll take a reservation if you have a party over 10. Says so on the table card thingy. Overall was very pleased with the experience. Check it out - especially if you're a beer snob.
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Todd S.
Cannot wait for their Lynnfield location to open! Great selection of food and beer.
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Debbie C.
I had lunch at the Yard House once and as I recall it was pretty good (burger, I think). Since then I haven't been able to get near the place. It's always mobbed. But last night I went there with coworkers for the half price apps and drinks and I probably won't be coming back soon. The chicken lettuce wraps consisted of a centerpiece of deep fried tortilla (it's a lettuce wrap! it's Asian) filled with what might be called chicken crumbles. There were 6 leaves of Boston lettuce and 3 sauces. That's all. The sauces were good. The chicken crumbles were, well, crummy. We ordered the California roll and were expecting about 6 bite-sized California rolls, but no, it was one giant (4" diameter) California wheel which was 90% rice, had a fishy tasting reddish substance somewhere near the middle and a few avocado slices on top. There was a soyish sauce and pickled ginger on the plate. It was gross. But then came the crab cakes, two nice sized cakes of crab accompanied by a fruity salsa (mango?). They were crispy. I couldn't see any crab, I couldn't taste any crab. The sauce was ok. The nachos - dry as dust and hardly any cheese. The eggrolls were limp and tasted like they had old beef stew in them. The buffalo wings were breaded, I think, or floured and pretty dreadful. In addition, our waiter, did this sort of thing. One person ordered the chicken strips. The waiter said, "The buffalo wings?" And the customer, a non-English speaker said, "ok". Then he couldn't eat them. Another person ordered a glass of the house chardonnay. The waiter said, "The Salmon Creek?" She answered, "If that's the house." and got what she wanted. There seemed to be a desire to steer you toward different choices. And by that time we were screaming to be heard above the roar of the crowd. I wanted to stand on a chair and scream, "What are all you crazy people doing here? The food is horrible!" I know that people come here for the beer. I like beer. I'll take fewer choices, better food.
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Tim D.
I like beer. Lets not beat around the bush, beer is delicious. When a place opened up right down the road from me that had a whole heck of a lot of it, I was excited. The Yardhouse has so many things about it to like, and they don't do any of them well. I have gone three times now to try and give it a fair shot. Two out of three of these visits have been outright disasters. On our first visit, my wife and I sat at the bar. It took roughly fifteen minutes for the bartender to acknowledge us, and another 10 minutes after that to take a drink order. 30 minutes after that, we were able to place our orders for food, I ordered the fish and chips, my wife a simple burger. While waiting for our food to come out, I needed a refill of my frosty adult beverage. As the bartender was placing the drink on the bar, she knocked over my wife's half finished beer into her lap. Accidents happen, not a problem,. She was very apologetic and hurried to get a new beer. Which she only filled halfway. With the wrong beer. After pointing this out, she hurried back to the taps to get the right beer, which she again only filled halfway. The food came out, and we began our meal. My wife took a bite out of her burger to find it not rare, but raw in the middle. My fish and chips must have been sitting in the window for a long time as it was cold and soggy, and the fries were like icicles. Thankfully, a manager comped our meal and we were able to cut and run. This last time, just a few days ago, we were hoping that they had outgrown these problems. Sadly not. I received the wrong meal and they poured me the wrong beer two time in a row. Like I said, there is so much to want to like about a place like this. It is just too big for it's own good. Underwhelming, overpriced food and a staff that either doesn't care or receives grossly inadequate training.
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Mark J.
This place was pretty crowded when we went. We ended up waiting a bit longer than the predicted time, but the host apologized when we were seated. The beer list is pretty extensive and you can get pretty much anything you're looking for. The food is pretty basic, nothing over the top. The waitress we had was very friendly and helpful.
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Eric P.
Really enjoyed this place! Huge beer selection as pointed out by everyone. Martinis, mixed drinks, mixed beers. Giant (half) yards of goodness. I also went with great company so maybe I'm biased. I guess I could of been in an alley way, half naked and homeless shooting up and i'de still give it 4 stars. No but really, the waitress was nice! The hostesses were great! Only down sides, no blue cheese olives, no small little dish for soy sauce (came on a giant dish randomly). And it would be nice having maybe prices listed on the menus, or alch percentages. Free parking though! And just a great meeting place if you're in the Legacy Place area! And the sushi was delish!
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Beth P.
This place is very busy during peak times, so expect a wait. There are tons of beers on tap and lots of local beers too. I like how they have vegetarian options on the menu too.
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Michele B.
We went again and the service and food this time were actually much better. The waitress wasn't scary and they have Hawaiian poke salad on the menu. Now it's not like Hawaiian poke in that it is more layered than mixed in. I think this might be to give people with nut allergies one last shot at seeing those macadamia nuts before tucking in. It really was quite good, though. More of a 3 1/2 star. Very LOUD.
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Cassie H.
I'd give Yard House 3.5 stars, but I'll round up in their favor. My husband really enjoys eating here because of their wide variety of beers on tap. Both of us are fans of the grilled swordfish tacos (they're about the size of the palm of your hand), which are tasty and spicy. However, since I'm preggers, I've had to put aside my favorite swordfish tacos here and try other things. I have to say that although their menu is extensive, nothing else seems to catch my fancy. Their fish and chips are forgettable. Salads are huge but leave something to be desired. Their other tacos (like carne asada) just don't pack the same punch. This place is always busy on weekend afternoons, and I can only imagine what it's like on evenings (we avoid it for that same reason).
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Mike B.
This place is amazing! I think they have over 100 or so microbrews and the ambience is great along with the food and service. My only nit here is that the place is so popular that you can expect to wait at least 35-45 minutes during peak dining times. They share the huge parking lot with other businesses, but you can usually find a spot if you have a little patience and a wife who can find cars exiting as you drive around...lol.
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Tulan K.
Absolutely awesome place to go to for a nice classy upscale bar and grill kinda place. Great food very tasty and great portions too. Price is a bit expensive but the food is great and so is the place. WE had it the first time in VA and the now went to the boston location on it first weekend which was st patricks day nad it was a lot of people but the wait for not too bad and we got food served with drinks without much delay . Great service and the waitress and hostess are really hot too ;-) LOL GO THERE RIGHT NOW
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Jennifer N.
OK, true confession. I love it here. Yard House is spot on, and I am not the only one who thinks so given they had an hour wait on a Sunday. First of all, their call ahead is the real deal. Call ahead is the same as if you checked in in person, and you just move on up the list. When we arrived, we were next on the list, perfect timing! They have so many beers. The bar is huge and it's fun to look at all of the different taps. You name a beer you want to try on draft, I bet they have it. Started with the nachos- which were delicious. I loved the red and green enchilada sauce drizzle; I have had my share of nachos in life and this was the first I had seen this touch. Also, they are served a long plate as opposed to a huge pile, to maximize the toppings per chip, and of course, cheese. Friend had the Bearnaise sliders, which he raves about of course. I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato soup. The cheese was so good (it was a combination of a few fancy cheeses that I cannot remember now) and the soup was more of a creamy tomato, perfect for dipping. I wish had room for dessert, they had a bunch of small bite options and the peach apple cobbler looked good. Will be back. This week.
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Rob C.
I drove by one of these out in Colorado a few weeks ago and could tell somehow that by 'Yard House' they meant a yard of beer. So i perked up when finding that they opened one in the monster shopping complex in Dedham, as it would be a fine place to meet my parents for dinner. And drink some beer. They boast something like the country's largest beer selection; tough to tell if they beat Sunset's 130, but it is surely nothing to sneeze at. On a Thursday night, it was in the process of going from busy to extremely busy at around 6:30, but it was one of those nights where it was just pleasant enough to sit outside, where a majority of people were not hardy enough to venture. Thus, no wait. We've just gotten the hang of heating the outdoors in New England, and wasteful though it may be, i am in favor. The service was a bit slow. After taking a little more time with the menu, it became a lot more time. The beers were a bit tardy, too. i'm willing to attribute it to newness/busy-ness for now; the service was perfectly adequate other than that. It is a bit on the spendy side, with $16 plates of macaroni and cheese, but these are in fact quite tasty. It's a very pleasant place to sit and drink and eat outside, and inside there were some truly enormous-looking booths that would probably be great for groups. It's distinctly un-Boston, in that the outside view of the "lifestyle center" outdoor shopping mall really feels like California or some other place known for freshly extruded suburban establishments, but it's hard to argue with beer. Beer is always right in the end. It's also almost certainly a perfect place to go get hammered before seeing a bad movie ("hot tub time machine", i'm looking at you...). One thing that did strike me as odd, given its size, was a pretty small men's room; two urinals, two stalls. Given the size of the place and the fact that it's a purveyor of beer, this seems inadequate. Anyway, it is a foregone conclusion that i'll be back.
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Kathy Y.
Now - I am reviewing THIS location as opposed to the Fenway location, which I have yet to go back to. We ended up coming here late Monday night after we went out. So it just so happened it was happy hour when we arrived. Which was great for us since there were specials. So we ended up ordering a few appertizers off the half priced menu and we all got an order of sliders. 1) Shitake Garlic Noodles - these were a little too buttery 2) Onion Ring Tower - this was crispy, really good 3) Hawaiin Poke Stack - marinated raw ahi with crispy wontons, carrots, bean sprouts, avocado, wasabi soy sauce (this was pretty good) We all got a variation of sliders - which was more than enough that we all had to take half of it home. I had the Pastrami Sliders - these were pretty good. The fries were really good. I recommend going here during happy hour, more worth it for your money.
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Sheila B.
Happy hour 3-6 ! Can't beat the wife variety of apps from wings, fries, tenders and garlic noodles for half price. Get a patio seat before 6pm dinner crowd !
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Joanna C.
1/2 priced apps and sides during their happy hour - 4pm - 6pm! Went with the boy and a few of his coworkers - I was in a light beer kinda mood, and our super awesome server suggested the Kronenbourg 1664 for me - which was honestly, DELICIOUS. My new beer of choice! You gotta love a place that feels comfortable enough to suggest new beers for a patron. The apps were also really good - my Hawaiian Poke was awesome, as was the boyfriend's onion ring tower. Got super angry (on our server's behalf) due to a blonde biotch who treated the waitstaff like crap and sat there with the most awful expression on her face the entire time she was there. She needed a good punch in the adam's apple. I was a few drinks in and almost got up to educate her on good manners, but proceeded to just talk oodles of crap about her with all of the waitstaff. She suuuuuuuuuuucked. All in all - would definitely come here again! And you, girl who was way too big for your rhinestone studded sweatpants, please just stop projecting your misery to the world. And please don't ever act like you're better than someone else just because they're serving you the $4 half priced burger you ordered. Get over yourself.
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Mimi H.
I saw this place on the phantom gourmet and i was like "holy crap! I wanna go there!" and then, by some act of God, I somehow ended up there later that night. True Story. The food is so yummy! I am all about their french fries! How do they cut them so thin!? I got a burger and it was better than average but I have had better. My friend got the Mac n' Cheese and it looked so good! I'm getting that next time! And the onion ring tower is also amazing. They have Tapas!! Oh and like every beer ever... There is always a wait... but usually it isn't long.
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George J.
If the truffle fries weren't so good I'd give this place 2 stars. The food is average at best. If it comes out warm on a busy Sat night you're lucky. The beer selection is great but the service is not.
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Tom H.
Yeah its loud but it is a brew pub filled to the brim. A great selection of beers in tap. Had the clam chowder and fish tacos. Tacos were excellent. Chowder needs some work as it is thickened with flour and was a little pasty. I would go back when in area
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Robert H.
These reviews should be folded into the ones for Yard House / Bar, since they refer to the same establishment, and this heading closed.
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Allan S.
I think they said they had over a hundred beers on tap. Need I say more? The food was delicious, they offer far more than bar food, and the staff friendly. We've gone back several times since and will continue to do so.
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Emma W.
So I really like this place, primarily for their beer selection, which has been covered already in reviews. The food is also great, and I certainly appreciate all the vegetarian options- it's nice to be able to go to a bar and not just have to get mozzarella sticks! I've found the service to be pretty good (also I've had the same server, Grant, a couple times and he's AWESOME. He's clearly a beer-ophile and always seems happy to spend a couple extra minutes talking about his current favorites and describing all the options.). The only negatives are the wait- unless you get there super early or super late you're going to get a wait of like an hour or more. Crazy! No reservations also.
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Nicole R.
I wish I would've known about this place awhile ago, the food and the service was EXCELLENT! ATMOSPHERE: My boyfriend and I went Sat. afternoon, it seemed pretty crowed, but to our surprise we were sat immediately. They have an outdoor patio, but we opted to sit inside. The atmosphere is laid back and casual. Our eating area and surrounding area was very clean. The restaurant is filled with plenty of big screen televisions, making it the perfect place to watch the games, not to mention, the enormous beer selection. SERVICE As soon as we hit the entrance door, we were greeted by the hostess. Within 5 minutes of being seated, John, our waiter, came over. He asked if we had ever been to the Yard House, we told him no and asked what he would recommend, which he replied "honestly, everything anything on menu is good." In my mind, I'm thinking, I'll be the judge of that. John was a great waiter and took care of us, by checking in periodically to make sure we didn't need anything and if we were alright. FOOD One word: SUPERB! For an appetizer we had the coconut shrimp, which were out of this world!! They weren't your ordinary little shrimp, there were 3 JUMBO shrimp, coated and fried to perfection. My boyfriend had the spicy chicken sandwich (which the waiter said was good) with sweet potato fries. I didn't try his sandwich, but the way he was raving about it, I'm guessing it was good. The sweet potato fries were good-crispy and NOT greasy. I wish I had been more adventurous with the meal I had chosen, but I settled on a cheeseburger-well done. Most places tend to burn your burger when you say well done, my burger was grilled just the right-no pink, not burned, but still juicy! ENDING RESULT I'll definitely be visiting this restaurant again. I just might have to take John up on his offer and keep on coming back til I've tried everything on the menu!
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Carolyn L.
I normally shy away from chains but I liked the Yard House. For one, they play classic/alternative rock, which is a nice changing from top 40. AKA I don't have Katy Perry blasting in my eardrums. I also like that the restaurant wasn't too crazy compared to many other bar restaurants (then again, it was a Sunday night in Dedham). The food was also surprisingly good. My burger was well-cooked and the fries were crisp, not swimming around in grease. My boyfriend's salmon was also well-made, not dry like many other non-seafood restaurants. For American food, Yard House isn't bad at all. The main downside was that service was super slow. It took 20 minutes for a server to take our orders, over 40 for our food to come, and 20 for our bill. It was fine because we were a large group and able to keep the conversation going (there were also giant HD flat screen TVs in front of us too), but since it was a Sunday night, nobody could stay out too late. We left around 10:30 pm after being there for about 3 or so hours. Overall good place to go if you're in the area in search for some decent American food. The ambiance is pleasant. It would be great if the service was a bit speedier but no complaints otherwise.
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Ryan D.
I have to update the Yard House to 5 stars. The manager there just recently comp'd our lunch for waiting for just about 25-30 minutes for our lunch. I think it was just a brain fart by the server on picking up our food and it didn't even seem that long. My tip of the hat goes out to that manager for recognizing that small error and really outdoing himself by taking the entire bill. Class act by a classy restaurant.
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Marikym T.
Awesome! I have been here a few times, and I can't wait to go back! Sitting outside is fun during the warmer seasons, and if you happen to be there during Happy Hour, well even better! Love the half-priced menu! Interestingly enough, my favorite is the sushi roll. Sounds kinda crazy to be raving about what sounds like something that could or should only be served at a Japanese restaurant, right?! But it's so different than what I would ever expect a "sushi roll" to be! Fusion definitely at its finest! Thanks to one of my bestie's, Liz, I am a huge fan of this dish! Make sure to order the sauces on the side if you want to control those calories;) Although I rave about the sushi roll, if you are more in the mood for a bit of Americana, try sampling the pastrami sliders! Huge portions and it's simply "Mmmmmm..." Totally a solid entree! For dessert, I was suggested the brownie a la mode. It definitely satisfies the sweet chocolate tooth and is a portion that really should be suggested for two! However, on my subsequent visits, I have much preferred the macadamia nut cheesecake. Round that out with a cappuccino, and well... fabolicious! P.S. Two Words: STRAWBERRY MOJITO...
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Key L.
Ate here with my niece while waiting for our movie to start. The place was packed at 5:00 on Saturday evening. We had about a 20 minute wait which was fine since we had an hour and a half to kill. The restaurant itself was pretty big--they had huge booths and the bar was really big. Despite being a "bar" there were tons of families with small children there. Once seated we were greeted by an awesome waitress Renee who gave us suggestions on food and beer. Since there were so many beers to choose from we HAD to have a beer even tho we are not huge beer fans. I ordered the Pepper gorgonzola burger with spinach and carmelized onions---so so good! I opted for onion rings instead of fries. The onion rings were good, nothing u cant get anywhere else. The suggested beer was very good. Our food came out rather quickly. The portions were perfect--not too little and not too big. The prices were decent as well. I will definitely be back to try some of the other items on the menu. There were a lot of things that caught my eye on the menu. I also want to try the different beers.
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Robert M.
Yard House has an awesome atmosphere and is a great place to come after a long day at work. Everyone is super friendly, and the selection of beer is outstanding. I love a good beer, and every time I come, they always recommend something new. Highly recommend trying this place out. P.S I don't usually eat here much (usually just grab a beer), but the few times i have, the food has been really tasty.
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K R.
I was expecting this to be a so-so experience since it is a pretty big place and a chain restaurant. It was really good and the staff was great! We were sat outside and it abruptly began to rain so we moved inside. The staff momentarily lost us and our order (understandably) and once they realized what happened they were really apologetic. We hadn't really notice anything was amiss but it was a nice gesture. I have also gone for happy hour and loved their specials. I would definitely go back again.
(4)
KAREN A.
So I went here with family for father day, of course there was a wait, but that was expected. The good thing about this place is while you wait you can shop around the many different stores Legacy Place has to offer. Its NOISY, so dont go there expecting a romantic dinner with your significant other. Its perfect for family or groups, or whatever...We sat near next to the kitchen, which i liked because you can hear all the commotion of the cooks going on. I'm not a drinker especially not a beer drinker either, but the bar looked way cool! and ive also heard from friends that thier drinks are good. The food was great! Everyones food was great actually....the service was superb and i def will go back again...most likely tonight lol A+ great customer service, great food and great ambiance :)
(5)
Jean F.
The wait can be a pain and parking seriously should be an olympic sport but they have a big menu, good food and tons of beers on tap. Love meeting friends from the city here.
(4)
Emily S.
This place is more than just a pub. I've been here twice now and the food was excellent both times. There are some great options on the menu! The wine was good and the beer list looked good too if that's more your thing. My friend has some allergy concerns and the chefs were very helpful in accommodating his diet. The Yard House is insanely busy weekend nights so prepare for a wait or make reservations. Despite the craziness the service was pretty decent both times. My only complaint is that it can be pretty loud and hard to hear the person next to you.
(4)
Bonnie L.
As many people have said on here yard house is not for the food! They have a great selection for beer but the food is nothing special! Some of our friends really wanted to go here on a Saturday night so my boyfriend and I agreed (knowing the wait would be ridiculous!) the wait was an hour but we probably waited close to 2... After 2 hours the service was average and my food was not tasty... place is definitely not worth a 2 hour wait....
(3)
Melinda R.
My co-workers and I went to this place while we were in town on Business. It's a loud fun type of place. The first time we just went for beer and wine. Shout out to the wait staff!! The first night we had Renee. She was awesome! Prompt, attentive and fun to talk to. The second time we went we had Paul. Nice guy, prompt and attentive and nice to look at. ;-) They had various sports broadcasts playing and it was a lively and crowded spot for a Monday night. When the wait was too long at another spot, my co-workers and I decided to just go back to the Yard House and have appetizers and drinks. There were 8 of us and after about a 30 minute wait we were seated comfortably in a very large booth. The appetizers were really good! We got: Sliders: just enough to get your burger fix! Really good! Moo Shu egg rolls: very good and the plum sauce to dip them was excellent Grilled Sweet Korean BBQ Beef: OMG!! This dish was delicious!! We ordered two of them! Grilled Artichoke: Meh. I wouldn't recommend that. The house fried potato chips were good though. Spicy Tuna roll: Ok, so you get one big roll! Not like normal sushi. Which made it a tad difficult to share, but still good. Fried Calamari: Delicious! The spicy tomato sauce was really good! I'd go back if I'm in town again. It's a laid back type of atmosphere when you just need to decompress from work.
(4)
Len G.
Yard House is known for the variety of beer, and of course the yard they serve them in. What they should also be known is for their great food. We've been there several times now and each time I order something different and it's great. One of my favorite dishes is their roast beef sandwich with au jus. they give you plenty of au jus for dipping and the sandwich has a rich beefy flavor. It's making me hungry thinking about it. Prices are reasonable, tables are comfortable, the place is packed and rightfully so. The only thing is that it gets loud with so many people, but you're in a bar/restaurant.. it's suppose to be that way.
I can only comment on the bar service. Strolled in here on a Saturday night after a movie. Excellent decision. My friend and I ordered two Woodchuck Hard Ciders and it came to $13. Good deal. The bartender, Dan, was very nice and very attentive. Had those ciders there in minutes. The vibe here is happening .. big crowd. Can't wait to return to try the food!
(4)
becky c.
I went to this place with a large group on a busy Saturday night. I was super impressed with how quickly they got us in. We maybe had to wait 15 minutes but they were constantly seating people. The place is huge and pretty nice. The beer selection is incredible and so is the menu. It is a very large, very diverse menu. I am vegan, but I was with five carnivores, and we were all satisfied. They actually have an entire Gardein section of the menu. This section has a bunch of options, and while some have cheese, the majority are vegan or can be made vegan. This is a great place to go if you are vegan but want to go some place that your regular meat eating friends will like.
(5)
Mike S.
The food was good the beer was great and service was perfect. Love the huge selection of seasonal beers.
(4)
soylinduh O.
Last Friday was the second time I had tried to get a table at this new bar/restaurant. You should try to come early because not only is Legacy Place "the" place for all age groups but Yard House is also a brand new restaurant. Apparently Yard House restaurants are pretty popular on the West Coast but are just now gracing us with their presence. This fantastic place has 160 beers for its patrons to choose from. You can even try Sam Adam's Brick Red ale which until very recently was not sold outside the brewery! Not feeling up to a whole pint of beer? You can try a sampling of 3-5 different beers between 3oz and 5oz. One big pointer, if you are at the restaurant before 6pm you should take advantage of the Happy Hour special prices! There is also one other thing that I personally think is a must, and that is their freshly baked brownie which comes with a choice of vanilla, mint chip or caramel ice cream. Share this delectable dessert between two and you are sure to leave with a happy and full belly! Until the next review!
(5)
J B.
We enjoy dining at The Yard House. It is not our favorite, but we have had several enjoyable meals there. There is always a crazy long wait and that is so annoying especially considering how large the place is!
(4)
Jim C.
This place is pretty cool. Large selection of nice brews as well as an extensive food menu. I personally do not like too many food options (too much going on and hard to choose!) but it works out well for a large group with different tastes. The booths are nice and big probably could fit up to 4 or 5 people a side. Another thing I enjoyed was being able to look in at all the kegs - pretty cool. One draw back I would have to say is that it is a bit pricey at $6.75 a pint. Check it out!
(4)
Food L.
Love this Place the atmosphere the food the service home run for me. And the spinach dip is the best around
(5)
Lilly S.
I'm pretty surprise to see that so many people don't like this place! First of all, that draft list! Amazing! So many great choices and at mostly good prices. A nice, big bar with friendly bartenders, too! The menu is also HUGE! Everything you could be in the mood for. Burgers, tacos, pizza! Also, if you're a vegetarian, you'll love this place - lots of veggie options plus fake meat! There's a whole section of fake meat dishes! I was blown away! I've been here three times now and have always enjoyed the food. It's not mind blowing, not the best food I have ever eaten but it's well priced and doesn't disappoint. The beer is the main lure of this place to me but the food is definitely a few steps up from bar food so if you want to have some good beers, it's a great choice. Service has also always been great - friendly, attentive servers, even when I came here with huge groups the first two times!
(4)
Suzanne G.
I don't know, this isn't my type of place. I'd come back to sit at the bar, but not to wait two hours to eat Chilis-style food. Great beer selection, three stars for that.
(3)
Kendalyn T.
Starting off by saying that for a chain restaurant anything you order here you will be pleased. I often get the grilled cheese but need to stay from the ridiculously high sodium-laden meal. The service is always fast and nice (except the bar can get kind of crazy). The reason it doesn't get 5 stars is for their unbelievable wait (we usually expect to wait 1 hr every time) and that it is true with an extensive menu and a chain many items are pre-packages with many preservatives.
(4)
Tuli S.
I love this place! I've been here a few times over the last few years and there are a few dishes that I always order. First off, the Yard house is in an excellent location. Legacy place is always full of people and has a lot of other great restaurants/stores. My 1st stop is usually the Legal C bar for a drink or two before dinner. The first time I came here I had an AMAZING waiter. I always think of him every time I come back. Unfortunately he's gone, but I've always had good/great service. I've always ordered the same food here, it's been hard to try new things because I love my regular order so much. For an app--the cobb salad is presented beautifully, and the avocado is plentiful and fresh. Then for the entree, the St. Louis ribs are amazing. The meat is soft and falls right off the bones, so ridiculously delicious. The sides are also amazing. I had never eaten creamed corn (never sounded appetizing) until I came here, and it's so tasty, I wish I could eat it all the time. The ribs also come with beans, and I like all beans, so that's great too. Finally, the mini chocolate souffle..words cannot describe how perfect this tiny little dessert tastes. It takes about 20 minutes for the souffle to cook, and it's worth it. It comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a (mint?) leaf. Amazing.
(4)
Jeff K.
I received, what I thought was an honest reach out to me, an email asking to write the manager to address me concerns. When I did that I was asked for a receipt or for a date and time I was in the restaurant. I felt, and still do, that they were trying harder to prove my Yelp review was real rather than address my concerns. When I told them that and asked that they take their requests and shove them... to an undisclosed location, they denied it but said that wanted to send me a gift certificate to come back on them. Upon further research I have noticed with a review that was mediocre, like mine, they contact the reviewer and offer a freebie to come back and then those reviewers RE REVIEW with better results. Homie don't play that way. My review was real. I go to a place and go back to a place for the experience, not for a freebie to make my reviews stronger in favor. My reviews are real, not bought and I would never write a bogus review.
(3)
Claudio D.
Very underwhelming... Not up to par with its Boston counterpart. Diminished menu, substandard service and not priced for Dedham. Go into boston or try something else nearby, they've lost my business
(3)
Emily B.
Very fun place with extensive beers on tap. The beers and food are a little pricey and that's the main reason for the 4 stars. If you get a chance, sit at the bar at night, dennis and adam are great bartenders!!! The ahi poke stack is a goid spin on sushi which I highly recommend and I love the house hobey blonde.
(4)
ten m.
I'll give it a solid 3.5 stars for good food and the extra .5 point goes to their desire to better my experience after the last review. Service is still slow, but food is fairly reliable and the restaurant provides a younger more interesting ambiance than similar restaurants.
(4)
K W.
Yes!!! Great menu... A la carte tacos are great as is garlic noodles for an app. Gets busy so get there before 6pm.
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Adrianna R.
I could live off the truffle fries alone. This place is bar food done slightly upscale. It has a great variation in the drinks menu. The majority of the staff is friendly and welcoming. If your into sports you'll be glad to know it doesnt matter where you sit you will be facing a TV with some game on it. It can get loud and is not quite the best place for deep conversation.if you come after 6 especially on the weekend expect to wait for a table
(4)
Le T.
They have half off after 10pm! Went here for the first time with my close friends right after my last final of undergrad! Didn't regret that decision!! Food was delish!! Their drinks are amazing balls!
(4)
Angela C.
Really disappointed in my take-out experience. When I unpacked my food at my hotel(right around the corner), my sweet potato fries were missing the bacon maple cream dip. Without that, they were just plan fries. Then, I go for the lobster, crab and artichoke dip, which was only lukewarm. I moved on to the burger, which was missing the fries that were promised with the order. In addition, it was overcooked and dry. Bummed that a place so well- recommended could err in so many ways.
(1)
Sharon O.
My companion: "Oh... the wait is 1.75 hours. Maybe not." Disappointment! But, when we finally made it in at an off-time (there are no reservations taken), we still had to wait 20 minutes. After we were seated, it was like the world outside didn't exist (well, when we weren't looking at the TVs with the game on). I really, really enjoyed our experience at Yard House. The menu is HUGE, but our waitress took expert care of us; she made great suggestions (miami ice cocktail is completely worth it!) and was really, one of the few waitresses I've ever thought really deserved a very good tip. Besides of course, that she had a lot going on besides just our table! I was pretty curious about was street tacos with korean pork or beef, but decided on playing it safe with a favorite sandwich and fries for my first try. I was also pretty impressed with their gluten-free and vegetarian (gardein) menu choices that I imagine make it easy for groups of friends or families to enjoy a fun night out enjoying together. While I did feel a little dehydrated after our visit, I would love to go back again... obviously since I've already picked out some grub to try next time. Wish they took reservations though!
(4)
Rich L.
Yard house never disappoints. Really good fries and solid burgers. The selection of beers are unsurpassed. I would give 5 stars but the wait is extremely long especially during dinner and weekends. I would suggest checking this place out for lunch during the week.
(4)
Kelly F.
Update to previous review. Meal was served hot and delicious. Service is excellent as always. Chris our server was especially nice. We haven't been back for happy hour yet to see if that food is also served hot now, but looking forward to it. One star off because this was 3rd time they were out of beer that my bf wanted. I understand they can't have every beer all the time, but it was advertised on digital blackboard so he thought that should at least be updated to reflect available beers. But overall great place, which is exactly why it's always packed
(4)
Robert N.
This is a go to place for me and my fiends as well as my wife for a casual dinner out. Great beer selection and atmosphere. Always had good service. I can recommend everything I've tried on the menu. This includes the chicken nachos, assorted street tacos, seared tuna, turkey club and artichoke dip (which is actually artichoke you dip in sauce, rather than dip made of artichoke), but the standouts for me are the firecracker wings and the Cuban sandwich. It is almost always loud and crowded, but I personally like that. If we're coming at night, we stalk the bar and something had always opened up, but it can be a long wait for tables.
(4)
Susan L.
When you're told 25 to 30 minute wait you're ok with that especially when you get a couple seats at the bar after 30 minutes But that turns into an hour and 20 minutes and you've checked with the hostess 3 times to see where you're at on the list. We could have eaten twice at the bar. Hostesses were rude. Miranda took care of us. Was very apologetic and sent over Colleen, the waitress. The Manager came by and offered to buy us our drinks and app. We declined although they did pick up the app. Food came out somewhat fast and was good, not great. Hopefully we were the exception for this establishment.
(3)
Lauren S.
Yard House *was* my favorite restaurant-bar in the area for the excellent food and drink menu, but the service has ruined my enjoyment of this place. I went to tonight with a group of 7, put in our names, and we were told 30 - 45 minutes. We checked in with them three times over the next hour and a half to see what the wait status was, and they always had a generic answer of "Probably another ten minutes." Between three and five hostesses were handling the front area at all times, and never once did they apologize for taking twice as long as they initially projected. Finally I brought up to them that our group had been waiting an hour and a half. Only then did they realize that they had apparently "already tried calling us." They asked if we had wandered off, which we hadn't. We had been sitting ten feet from them the entire time. One of the three hostesses took five more minutes to look around, and when she came back they acknowledged that they had given our table to another party by accident. Five more minutes to set up a 6-person table for the seven of us. They called a manager over and he acted extremely apologetic, but nothing was comped, nothing was offered. He did make a big fuss out of seating us at a "great table," (we waited another five minutes for a booth on his recommendation,) but that just didn't really fix the initial failure of service. It was hard to be in a good mood after that, and I'm very disappointed. We've also gone there for work functions as the Yard House claims that they welcome large parties, but they absolutely cannot in any way, shape, or form handle big groups. They get very visibly stressed out and confused which makes them a little rude. They don't reserve the tables they promise to reserve, and can't handle what it means to have several car pools arriving to fill a large group (ie, people not necessarily all being there at exactly the same time.) Bleh, this makes me sad. I want to be able to come here and eat some of my favorite foods in the area, but this night was hard to save after that long wait. It's really a shame.
(1)
Stephanie M.
Two Words: Truffle Fries!! Me and the hubs had lunch here this past summer and thoroughly enjoyed it. Based on what I had heard before dining here, I thought it was simply just another sports bar type place however, it really is much more. The menu is surprisingly extensive. It was hard making a decision but we both chose sandwiches which were ENORMOUS, fresh, and tasty. The real scene stealer were the truffle fries. OMG these were heavenly! I found myself wanting to lick the paper cone they came in! I like fries as much as the next girl, but I don't crave them...but these..these I find myself thinking about on a regular basis. For an adult beverage, this is a great place to explore as well. I'm not a beer drinker, but I was enticed by their cocktail menu. I will definitely try one in the future. The staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. On a second visit to pick up a gift card, everyone was amazingly friendly. I am looking forward to another visit soon!
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet, Garage Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Loud Music : Juke Box Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Marcy L.
My first return after nearly three years and I can confirm that the Yard House is certainly consistent. I would classify it as "modern sports bar": an abundance of corrugated steel, and dim lighting, and massive televisions looming in every corner, victorious "hardy har har"s coming from team-clad twenty-somethings. It's loud and a little pricy, but a sure thing for great service, great flavor, and loooooaaaadddssss of beer options (beer in teeny, medium, or half yards!). FIELD GOAL: Despite the propensity for beer-n-beef, there was a menu surprise right around the corner: a decent selection of gluten-free AND vegetarian ("gardein") options that AREN'T salad! I was pleased with my gardein chicken sandwich selection (lettuce, tomato, and a light sandwich spread) and it actually re-heated nicely the next day. FUMBLE: CAUTION!!!! The "SMOKED PINEAPPLE" beverage is a fraud. Menu description: del maguey "vida" mezcal, malibu pineapple rum, house citrus agave blend, fresh pineapple. ACTUAL flavor: mildewy elderly cigar-smoker's basement. BLECH! To our waitress' (Stefanie) credit, she HAD suggested against the order, but I figured why would they include it if sooo many people have sent it back? MISTAKE! DISGUST! Fortunately, Stefanie didn't mind taking MY beverage back and replacing it with my much enjoyed French Gimlet (hendrick's gin, lillet blanc, st. germain, house citrus agave blend, orange bitters). It's decent and good for birthday parties for that Patriots fella in your life, but not the kind of place I'd rave about. Clean, great service (which you PAY FOR $$$), and a pretty good menu.
(4)Christiane C.
What a pleasant surprise! My husband and I were looking for a bite to eat and wanted to try some place new. This restaurant is big and nicely decorated with very friendly staff. The food was delicious and affordable. Try the dessert trio! It is one of the best dessert I have ever had out.
(5)Gisele M.
I really like the YardHouse. This is the second time I've been here and the girls and I really enjoyed it. We sat outside and got seated right away on Saturday night around 5:30pm. We had everyhting from drinks, apps, entrees and dessert. We stayed for several hours and we weren't rushed by the waiter. The fish tacos were delicious. I also had a strawberry mojito that was awesome. For dessert I recommend the peach cobbler Its mini sized and just enough. Good service and our waiter was attentive, friendly and never rushed us. Nice place to sit outside.
(4)Hung L.
Came here cause the wife was craving truffle fries. She's been raving about this place since March 2013 and finally stopped by and tried it. It was good, slightly a little too much oil but overall good.
(4)Emily F.
I liked it. A Saturday night, and I was very pleased with the beer selection.I told the bartenders what I like, and they had all sorts of suggestions for new brews to try. We had to wait a bit to sit, but our waiter was very nice to us. Food: I tried my boyfriend's Sliders and they were awesome! Yummy fries! I ordered the Spicy Tuna, and that was sort of bizarre; I ate it, but wished i just got a burger or something. The Crab Cakes did not get high marks, but I did not try them. So too many people, slow to get waited on, but beer and food were not bad.
(3)Renee L.
I first discovered Yard House back in September and have since been making monthly trips to the sports bar. There is something about their Truffle Fries that really hit the spot which keeps reeling me back in. On the weekends you can expect to have a 30-40 minute wait-but have no fear! You'll be given a buzzer and you can kill time in the neighboring shops at Legacy Place. The times that I have gone on a weekend evening we received our orders relatively quickly but today, (sunday 1:00PM) it took a bit for our food to come out even though we were seated right away. No matter the wait I am always much enthused over their truffle fries!! I think they are fairly priced for what you get and they have always been consistently seasoned and salted. However, on my first visit to yard house our fry order came out cold and the management had no problem swapping them out for a freshly fried bowl! The jerk wing appetizer is very flavorful and is served on a bed of deep purple cabbage alongside with rum bbq sauce that is reminiscent of an asian based A1 sauce garnished with string thinned scallions. These two apps are always a staple for my party when we visit. For entrees the baja fish tacos come in a pair with a side of pinto beans and rice and are served with lime and guacamole. The presentation of the entree is quite nice as they are held with parchment paper and metal napkin holders. I ordered the 5 ounce blackened ahi tuna burger upon recommendation from a friend. The mixed green salad was fine but the burger left much to be desired as it was not seasoned very well and was cooked too thoroughly. A friend had ordered the "house favorite," Parmesan crusted chicken which was served over garlic mashed potatoes swimming in a pool of mushroom gravy sauce. I gotta say that that entree took the cake for the night. Although I only had one bite of the chicken I could see it was a crowd pleaser as three other friends had made their way into her dish. You'll find that Yard House has an extensive three page listing of beer that will please any novice or connoisseur. It is said that there are over 100 on tap and the list features some unexpected which the servers are more than happy to introduce to you. It's nice that the menu provides an alcohol content % for each option too! Although I wasn't too happy with my choice of entree I enjoy the feel of this sports bar and again, cannot forgo my love for their Truffle Fries. Sidenote: if you come for a sports game, there is no time limit and you can stay for as long as you'd like!!
(4)Lady J.
Ya that is my last time going. The food was not good at all. I think this place is for people who are already drunk and don't care what the food tastes like. I am not sure. I think it has a great location and people will go because it is there. However not for me.
(1)Stephanie C.
I've been coming here since the place opened. I love this place. The food is so good. The very last time I went there, I got angel hair pasta. It did taste a bit too garlic-y, but I still ate the whole thing! Yard House also has great fish 'n chips! But want to know the best part of Yard House? Their beer selection! Holy cow. You can't tell me that you aren't happy with the selection. There's just so many!! Overall, I love Yard House. And I will be back, hopefully soon!
(4)J J.
Came here on a Friday evening around 9pm. Requested a table for 3 and waited about 30-35min. It was crowded when we arrived, so the wait for a table was understandable. This Yard House received fewer stars because of the service once we were seated. The overall crowd began to settle so we didn't understand why everything took so long. Ordered two apps and 4 entrees. By the time our calamari and slider apps came out they were both cold. We still didn't receive napkins and utensils (which is usually given when the party is seated) and since our wait or didn't check in on us until we were done with our apps, we ended up eating with our hands. Another 20 minutes passed before we got our cold wings and pizzas. The wait to get our meals boxed and our check was also another 20+ min (and by this time the restankurant had significantly died down). Aside from the terribly slow service, the food was very tasteful. The kung pow calamari is def a plus!!! All and all, particularly because of the service, yard house Dedham was an "eh".
(3)Rick T.
I've eaten here twice, both times our food was dropped without silverware or napkins on the table. Our request for such basic items were met with eye-rolling. Entrees were delivered both times while apps sat almost untouched due to the aforementioned lack of utensils. Food was warm and not hot. Good beer selections, but in general it's an over-priced, poorly managed, suburban franchise that should be avoided. Plus it's located in that sprawling nightmare of a parking lot that is Legacy Place. I'd rather support an independently owned bar in the area.
(1)Billy K.
Unbelievable selection of draft beers- 120!!! Great sampler six packs! Ordered a BBQ bacon burger- what your expect, defiantly great but nothing extraordinary- still very good. Pork sliders are very good- truffle fries are their shoestring fries with traditional truffle works- a definite must go if a local.
(4)Ashley S.
I had my first date with my fiance here. We both thoroughly enjoyed both the food and the music. TMI, but I sometimes literally have sexy lucid dreams about their mac and cheese and truffle fries. Seriously, so SO good. My absolute favorites! Everything else I've had from here is bomb too, lobster garlic noodles are awesome, pepper crusted gorgonzola burger was bitchin', desserts are heavenly. I've never had a meal here that I didn't love. Plus, look at all that beer! Wow. My inner German is smiling.
(5)Jennifer I.
This bar is great for drinks. Haven't had food at this location but have gone to the yard house several times in boston and have had a great experience.
(4)A B.
Great beer list and drink menu. There were plenty of TV's so my husband was able to watch the Bears game and baseball at the same time:) not a bad seat in the house. Our server was kind and helpful as well as quick. The food was good and the portions were generous. Overall we had a nice visit.
(4)Rick H.
Aps. It's all about the apps. Three types of wings, five kinds of sliders including Ahi sliders to die for, a Calirfonia roll that will knock your socks off and if you play your cards right you can get a large number of these for half price during their specials. How do you go wrong? We hit up the Yard House from time to time for their crazy appetizer specials. Load up the table and reload when things get low. The Ahi Sliders with Truffle fries (the fries here are amazing) are a staple along with the onion ring tower and Sweet Korean BBQ Beef. But the thing that might take you by surprise is the California Roll. Don't expect fake crab in a nori roll cut into six pieces here. We're talking a huge round stack (they call it a cake) of Sushi rice with snow crab, avacado, and cucumber arranged on top and served with wasbi soy sauce. It's a must if you're stopping for your first time. Since it's located directly across for the Showcase Cinema it also is a mandatory stop before grabbing a flick with co-workers and friends. The atmosphere is comfortable and the waitstaff is always fast and attentive. It doesn't seem to matter if it's just the better half and I or the whole 20+ team I work with the wait staff somehow manages to keep on top of it all and make the service feel completely personalized. I have to be honest, I've never actually had a meal here. Every time I come in it's a constant stream of "Oh yeah, that was great let's get those again!" with no room for an actual meal. I can't even recall looking past the appetizer section except maybe to check out what they had on tap. I'm reserving the fifth star for the day I go back and actually order an entree. My guess is they'll earn it easily if the meals match the apps.
(4)Lauren A.
First let me say, I'm vegan, so I was pretty well braced to be satisfied with lettuce and beer...much to my surprise upon my confession of being vegan our lovely waitress sent the manager over and went over ALL my options for me, he knew ALL the ingredients and potential allergens. I ended up having a pretty good "chic'ken" burger with a side salad.... It always exciting to go to a beer place and actually be able to eat something! YAY yardhouse!
(5)Nandanie S.
Drinks were good (wicked strong) and so were the nachos. Get here early if you want a table!! It get's super crowded, but it's pretty good nonetheless.
(4)Kathy S.
What a blast we had at Yard house! I made reservations for 10 of us and it was nothing but a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Our reservations were ready when we got there at a corner round table that was perfect for all or us to see each other and be able to talk. The food was fantastic as was the atmosphere! I had the sliders and the truffle fries. They were delicious! I would have actually given the place 5 stars. But, the waitress left us in the middle of our meal to: "Go eat her dinner...and leave us with another waitress." We all thought that was pretty rude..But, that doesn't reflect the rest of the night. The food, ambiance and all around night was fantastic!!!!
(4)Jessica H.
So excited to have a Yard House in Dedham! This is a small national chain - I think there are only like 19 in the country? I heard about Yard house before they opened here because they got national recognition when they started to carry Gardein products. When they opened I was glad to see they also had the vegetarian menu with Gardein! Gardein is a vegan substitute for meat that works just like meat as far as grilling/frying/sauteeing/texture goes. You can get chicken fingers, burgers, Caesar salads, etc. with chicken but not actually chicken. They also have a great drink selection - including a ton of beer on tap. My friend's a bar tender there - he's awesome (hi Kyle!). I went once about 7 months ago before my friends and I went to a movie next door. I got a "chicken" Asian salad with Gardein. So good and so filling! It's nice to have vegetarian/vegan options that fill you up. Thank you so much Yard house. I will certainly make an effort to start going to you more! (especially now that someone I know works there!) The thing is - is that I usually get a quick bite when I'm at Legacy Place before we go to a movie or to shop. So I need to be better about giving myself more time to sit down and enjoy my meal. It gets crazy crowded on Friday and Saturday nights - sometimes capacity is full and you have to wait till people leave in order to go inside. Since they are so awesome about carrying Gardein let's hope they start carrying Daiya cheese so vegans can have a cheese chicken pizza too!
(4)Jaki G.
The food is exceptional and the beer selection is out of this world! However, I went here for a work holiday party on a Thursday in December and the place was PACKED to capacity (and it's pretty big). Service was a bit slow because of it and it gets pretty loud in here. I felt like I was packed in like a sardine. Lunch is pretty good, not nearly as busy. Don't go here if you want an intimate dinner out. It is more for a "classy" rowdy crowd (if that makes any sense at all).
(3)Zack S.
I have been coming to the Yard House on a monthly basis for years. I would choose this place for my birthday every year because it was just so good. But now, I feel like things have changed. I ordered the sliders and fries. It tasted as if it were microwaved. The cheese was still cold. The burger, cooked medium when I asked for medium well. I was extremely disappointed. The service was also terrible. Our waitress forgot about us; we had to get her attention when she passed by us.
(2)Biko T.
Food is better than the typical bar accompaniments...beer selection is superb...price is a tad out of phase
(4)Joie S.
I would actually considering moving just to be closer to the Yard House. This is hands down my favorite restaurant. I'm a vegetarian and their Gardein Vegetarian menu is simply amazing. The vegetarian buffalo wings are so delicious that even my meat eating friends like them! The beer selection is unmatched anywhere in the area and I love that they pick samplers every month so you can try new things. The service is great, atmosphere is great, they have outdoor dining if you're into that! I wish the parking was easier and that there wasn't always a wait but it is so worth it. Check out the yard house if you are in the neighborhood, especially if you are a vegetarian! They also opened one near Fenway that is equally great!
(5)Sara M.
We came here for an early dinner after bowling and a movie. They definitely have a lot of beers and I enjoyed my Timmermans Framboise, which was great for the hot day. I ordered truffle fries to start and they were very good. The truffle was not overpowering and fries were crispy. My entree was the lobster garlic noodles which had a good amount of shrimp and lobster but weirdly shredded crab. Overall, it was a decent dish but I am not sure that I would order it again. The burger with jalapenos was good but the meat quality could have been better. The bold flavours certainly helped improve the taste. I would come back and try other beers and dishes. The service was pleasant and efficient, while the prices were average.
(4)Dan F.
Excellent. Emily our waitress was a great server. I had the Mac n cheese and my wife had the fish tacos. They were both excellent. The order took 30 minutes to come out, we did not say anything as we were watching the games on the TVs and the manager came out and apologized we had to wait comped us our meal because she felt bad we had to wait. That's amazingly great service. Btw, I had the home brew Belgian beer and sampled the sea dog blueberry. Both were excellent bum definitely coming back to Yard House.
(5)Chris B.
Stopped in with a couple of work buddies at 7pm. Had to wait around 40 mins to sit down. Inside was really REALLY LOUD when we sat down. The manager realized we would rather be sitting outside and she moved us almost immediately. She brought the wine bottle out so we could get a picture for her iPhone app and Nicole was the best waitress!!! I got the honey beer, was great and also Mac and cheese was to die for.
(5)Edward M.
Good Beer and patio but this is where it stops. The beer selection is amazing, however each time I have been here the food has been average or below average. I really hope this place can improve the quality of their food because I love the beer and location.
(3)Richard R.
I'm with four other guys and they're boozing it up and running up a tab, and this place has the balls to charge me $3.45 for a cranberry juice. WTF?! We finally sat down to eat, and have to admit the food was good., But it took forever to get. Service is slow, very slow. After we were done it took forever to get our check too.
(2)Candice B.
Even after 2 years I am still a big fan of the Yard House. Now that I live 5 minutes from there, I find myself wanting to go there every weekend. The food is still great, the staff is great, never really had bad experiences going there. I just love their beer selections, and the amount of different pumpkin ales available just for this season. Of course I have some newly discovered favorites from there: The snack section has the best selection of the entire menu. I finally gave up my $23 plate lobster garlic noodles, and traded in for these mini tacos. YUM YUM YUM! These tacos are about $4 each, but decent sized. So I just order one Korean short rib and one Korean pork belly and I am a happy girl. My finance usually gets the mini sliders there, and add $1 to "upgrade" to truffle fries. Let me tell you about these truffle fries - they are HEAVEN in a cup... (cone?)!! Mini, crispy shoestring fries (my favorite) fried to perfection, with truffle oil, herbs and parmasean. I'm drooling just thinking about this. On that note, I think I'm gonna hit up the Yard House tomorrow night after work :)
(5)Daphnee D.
Great, great customer service. A++ for your excellent customer service yard house. From the hosts all the way to management. Located at legacy place Dedham, next to showcase cinema,where you can either dine in or out this restaurant/bar is a must. There is ample parking and it's free. (Free parking loveee it. Makes me all tingly inside, knowing that there's free parking) My friends and I went during the day where select appetizers and pizzas were HALF OFF. Score! We ordered turkey sliders, fries, spin dip, bbq chic pizza and I think the chicken thai pizza. Great portions and delish. For the turkey sliders it comes with four and I guess in the process of getting the sliders to the plate one didn't make it, so we got a free order of sliders to go, and apologies from hostess to waitress to management. Great hospitality I tell ya. The pizzas...finger licking good. Now the reason why you get four stars instead of five yard house is because (1) your french fries are skinny. Not a fan. Felt like I was eating nothing :(. (2) the chips for the spin dip I guess are house made, and aren't that great. like just throw in some tortilla chips thanks. (3) The music playing did not suit this restaurant at all. like I like to hum and dance when I eat. I did none of that. AND the whole time we were sitting there we kept wondering what we were smelling. Something foul. Turns out the table smelled. Like they used a dirty rag to clean the table off. Any who B+ in all for Yard house! I'd go again
(4)Rogaa S.
Nice place, but crazy busy.. we came here on a Thursday night around 7ish and the place was packed to the max. we had a ten minute wait and whats even better is they gave our table away. place is huge tons of space but we were kind of close to other ppl since our booth was giving away we had to sit at one o the tables in the middle kind of. so everyone was hearing everyones conversation. I only drank huge beer menu and they separate it by flavor/taste so it helped out a lot. beers were around 6-7 bucks for a pint not to bad. the foo i thought was a bit on the pricier side, if you get apps get the snacks instead cheaper and you get quite a bit. the entrees looked good (i didn't eat) and from what my friends were saying they were very pleased with their meals. overall a nice place to far out of the way for me and way to much traffic going through that place for my liking.
(3)Frank B.
Went for half price apps and beers for Happy Hour on a Monday Night. The selection of beers was the largest I've seen and the bartender did a great job picking out beers that I would like. The apps were really good. I will definitely go back.
(5)Vanessa C.
Was greeted by maxwell who was very polite. Sat at the bar and was served by jason he was great and so was Dennis. Food was Great!
(5)Susie A.
Love love love this place. I am vegetarian and love love love beer and much to my surprise upon moving here from VT, this place is awesome! They have a whole Gardein menu( with their own twist)which makes my animal loving soul so happy! So delicious. The beer selection is amazing and well organized on the menu and staff are always so sweet. Love this place!
(5)Katherine L.
This place was DELICIOUS! I went on a Wednesday night and the place was PACKED. 30-40 minutes wait but luckily we got to sit at the bar while waiting because we went to look as two people were getting up. Bartenders are on point. We got 3 different kinds of martinis and 1 specialty drink and they were ALL AMAZING. Martinis ($10.50): -Hawaiian Sunset -Sweet Tart -Black Orchid Specialty Drink ($9.50): - House Tropic The food was really yummy. The only thing that stink is there was no calories listed on the menu or "health conscious" menu. I got the Chicken Rice Bowl (1350 cal and $13.00) my friend got the Korean Short Rib Tacos. We also tried a lot of desserts: -Kona Coffee Ice Cream Sundae -Mini Creme Brulee -Mini Chocolate Souffle The Creme Brulee was NOT Creme Brulee and I wouldn't suggest getting it. It is made with chocolate chips on the bottom of the ramekin and topped with banana. The Creme Brulee was more just like a pudding topped with banana. The Kona Coffee Ice Cream Sundae was okay. I expected something more delicious for $8.00. The whipped cream wasn't too great, not a lot of hot chocolate, and the macadamia nuts were kind of odd tasting with the ice cream although I understand the link between Kona Coffee and Macadamia nuts. The Chocolate Souffle was definitely the best. We topped it with caramel ice cream instead of vanilla bean because they were out. I didn't even realize it came with a scoop of ice cream but I'm very happy we switched out the ice cream because I dont like vanilla bean. The mini desserts are served in 6 oz ramekins.
(4)Tater M.
Their regular fries are really tasty, arrive hot at your table. Be careful- this place has pretty loud noise levels during/after happy hour. Our waitress was super friendly but didn't repeat back the order. Asked/pointed towards the Hawaiian Poke but ended up with Hawaiian Pizza- which was pretty good. Sliders were pretty good too.
(3)Mary L.
The draft beer selection is spectacular, though slightly overwhelming for those who come in without a preference to steer them in the right direction. The boy and I selected two Hefeweizens in the yard glasses and aside from worrying that they were going to tip over every time someone bumped into our table, found it rather difficult to drink from - better off getting pint glasses. Nevertheless, the beers were good. We started with the chicken nachos and every chip came loaded with chicken, cheese, pico, sour cream, and guac. The boy had the Hawaiian burger which was topped with pineapples and pepperjack cheese and I had the Cuban roast pork sandwich which was absolutely delicious! The sandwich was packed with flavor and the portion was large enough that I had the remaining half of the sandwich for lunch the next day. Both entrees came with a large handful of thin, crispy fries. The wait for a table was long (1.5 hours) so put your name on the list then go shopping. For how packed the place was, the server was attentive and checked on us several times throughout the meal. Will definitely return (soon)!
(5)Paul R.
Let's get the obvious out of the way: This place is a bit expensive, and you will almost always have to wait a minimum of 15-30 minutes for a table during dinner time. I'm not sure how it only has a 2 dollar sign rating for price because I always end up spending close to $50/person here after dinner, 2 beers, and tip. Great beer selection on draft. They always have something interesting to try, and some old classics. Food is a bit expensive for what it is. I've had a number of different dishes here and they've always been underwhelming, at best. The service is downright bad. However, the wait staff is not at fault, it's the kitchen. They simply seem to be understaffed and/or mismanaged. Every time I've been here my food has taken inexcusably long to be served. And when I receive it, it's never cooked to specification, and it's almost always cold. Their customer service, however, is top notch. Last time I was here our food took about an hour to come out. They apologized and threw out the bill. The time before that my petite fliet was overcooked, and they offered (I didn't mention anything, but they noticed I wasn't enjoying it) to recook another one for me. But, really, I'm not interested in going out, wasting time, and having meals given to me for free. I'm interested in going out for a relatively speedy, delicious meal at a reasonable price. This place offers none of that. Even though they went above and beyond to make up for our bad experience, it's unlikely I'll be going back for dinner, but I will definitely be back for their great beer selection.
(2)Timothy H.
One of the best burger place in Massachusetts. I had the burger with lobster meat and it was delicious! The beef was juicy and the lobster meat made a huge difference in taste. I've never been much of a fries person, but when I had their little thin marinated needle fries now I love eating fries......well their fries, lol!
(4)Jennifer S.
Ok... So I love the crusted peppercorn filet and the sangria drinks but that's about it. The rest of the menu is eh! The food is a bit overpriced for what you get and the service is sometimes slow. We did have a horrible experience one time and the company made it right but we haven't been back since.
(3)Yasa E.
I've never wanted to be labeled as a "regular" anywhere, but i am pretty sure that over the last year I've been coming to yardy so much that I have aquired that unfortunate title. Enough about me though. I can't get enough of this place. The bartenders (Whitney, Dennis, Marlon, Adam, Dan, Liz,....i'm sure i'm fogetting some others) are outstanding! This is bar service at its best. The food is amazing, my favorites include: the sashimi, the crab dip, the spinach and cheese dip, ahi caesar, the eggrolls, the sliders, the surf and turf burger, country fried chicken, the onion rings and many many others. The korean boneless firecracker ribs as an entree are phenomenal. I've had some fantastic experiences here. For example, my last minute 25 person birthday party was accommodated by Megan the manager in under an hour and a half (which gave us enough time to gather at the bar and visit my favorite bar team). This place is perfect for any occasion (picky eaters will be satisfied as well). I've had gatherings with friends here, birthdays, new job celebrations, going away parties and numerous dates. This is truly a fantastic place and is definitely at the top of my list for casual dining and drinks.
(5)Sylvia C.
When my friend suggested Yardhouse for our friday night dinner...I was hesitant because I thought it might be some bar type of food restaurant. The place was packed...estimated wait time 25min. We ordered a couple of drinks at the bar while we wait for our buzzer to buzz. Despite being a crowded night, we still managed to get our drink order taken pretty quickly. Think after 35 mins in...our buzzer finally buzzed. Yay! Hostess brought us to a big booth - enough to seat 8ppl (even though it's only two of us)...nevertheless we were happy with dining space. Our waitress greeted us within less than a minute...noticed we had drinks and asked if she could bring us some water *shocker*. We glanced through the menu...snacks to main course...I was impressed by the selection - deviled eggs, ahi poke bowl, truffle fries...the menu was way more expansive than your normal bar type of menu. We ordered the following (yes we both love variety and can eat): Small Snacks: Deviled eggs Ahi poke bowl Truffle fries Coconut Shrimp Salad - Caesar with anchovies Main course: Seared Sea Scallops Miso Glazed Sea Bass The small plates arrived....we were impressed by the portion and presentation. Dug right into the plates....and our palettes were pleasantly pleased. Made us look forward to our main course. We ordered several drinks and was surprised that it got delivered so quickly by the drink runners. Drink runners - now that's a first! The staff at the restaurant worked like a well oiled machine....fully crankin' with a great team attitude. We managed to order dessert - some sort of creme brulee...unfortunately it wasn't well baked (watery in the center)...let the waitress know...and she apologized and made sure that it was taken off the bill. Service and food has exceeded our expectations. Think we'll know where to go - the next time we're back in the area.
(5)Josephine F.
I loved coming here the last time I went here before Wednesday was 2 years ago which wasn't the best experience. But on Wednesday May 28, I had the most amazing time and I will be coming back soon and hoping that I have the same experience. My server (Greg) was so amazingly kind, and really made a connection with us as we dined there. He was willing to help us with everything we needed and was so prepared. He is the main reason I am giving 5 stars. The food was alright, but I love their fries. I would recommend coming here, but make sure you ask for Greg ;) He truly is an amazing server and a great person.
(5)Holly B.
I come here on the weekend with some coworkers after we get out. The staff is always friendly, there are a lot of drinks to choose from and they are decently priced. I haven't had the pleasure of ordering any food but I hear it's great.
(4)Melissa D.
You have redeemed yourself, Yard House. Thank you for directly writing to me and reviewing my constructive feedback. That is great management in my mind. Since my boyfriend and several friends LOVE this place, I came back again to give it a few more chances. I was not disappointed the 2-3 times I have been here since last summer. My last experience, I had the best server by far here by the high boys. She was great and patient. She definitely knew her beers explaining to a table next to us who was venturing into wheat beers for the first time. I had the fish tacos and I was not disappointed. I was scared as the last time I had a taco dish, it didn't come out as great as I wanted. The fish was light, not greasy and the sauce was amazing. Service at the bar has definitely improved. Yes, long waits but what do you expect with a huge facility. Thanks again and great job!
(4)Ashley K.
First time here in a few weeks (yes weeks) but the first time here that I can honestly say, everything was GREAT. Busy Saturday night, but got a seat at the bar. Ordered apps, dinners, a single beer and a flight. LOVED the traditional flight and my friend loved her belgian flight. Food was great, beers were great, vibe was great, but best of all, our SERVICE was great. Danielle was the best bartender my friend and I have experienced in a long time. Witty, pleasant, knowledgeable, NORMAL, always there, yet not annoying. The kind of girl you'd want to hang out with. THANK YOU, Danielle, you made our experience. Signed, "the lesbians" :) AWESOME place for a beer and decent food, if you can handle a crowd and a potentially a wait. Sometimes hit or miss, depending on service, but tonight a total HIT.
(4)Kim P.
I'm giving the Yard House 2 stars based on visit last week. The food and drinks were good. The service started off great. I'm giving 2 stars because is was VERY OBVIOUS the waitress wanted us to leave. The restaurant was crowded for a Monday night, but there were plenty of empty tables available. She took my water before I had finished it. She tried taking my friends meal before she had finished it - she even had a bite in her mouth at the time. The waitress cleaned the table while we were still sitting there. It was extremely rude and I won't be back.
(2)Kelly B.
I worked there for a year, and would go in every once in a while on a day off, and still go in - so that says something about the food and how I think the place is run. Enormous menu, and even more so considering how accommodating the kitchen can be in terms of modifications. Everything is very standardized, in terms of being made exactly the same way every time so you know what you're going to get. Yes, the wait can be horrifyingly obnoxious. I make a point of stopping in when it's not going to be as busy. Servers are very good at checking in at appropriate intervals to make sure everything is ok.
(5)C B.
We went on 4th of July. It was a disaster. They sat 4 parties ahead of us. Then when we finally got sat, we waited 20 minutes for a server who never showed up. We walked out after no one came in 20 minutes. Won't ever go back.
(1)Delroy H.
Still one of the best place to relax and enjoy a good meal. It's so difficult to come in the area and not visit the YH.
(5)Bethany R.
Amazing look to the place, pretty loud but that's to be expected, the wait was said to be 35-40 minutes, we waited 50 before saying something and being informed that they had 'lost our name' even though we had a buzzer? Once we were FINALLY seated, out waiter -Mike was really on top of things! He was great, very fast service and really made up for the bad service in the front of the house!
(4)Dan F.
Happy hour is only over shadowed by the over 100 types of Beers that they have on tap. Place is amazing. You have to have a Half yard beer of some kind! Its like a right of passage. Buffalo wings were Good Onion ring tower was even better Margarita pizza was delicious LOVE THIS PLACE if you can still stand after head over to the movies right next door
(5)Mike H.
I'll agree with most of what has already been said. The beer selection is great but it goes downhill from there. It is pretty standard for a big beer outfit to list both prices and alcohol content for each beer, this place had neither! Being adventurous could lead to a 13.5% ABV $10 pint. Best bang for your buck is the six 5oz sample tour for $8.50. Food is very overpriced and mediocre. Burgers are exceptionally expensive and not nearly as good as a $12 burger should be. Met bar is a much better choice for this. Service was pretty poor. Ordering beer mail order would've been quicker. I ordered a beer before my food came, and it was brought to me after I finished eating. The server stopped by twice to let me know "she's still waiting for the bar to pour my beer". Thanks for the update, I'm still thirsty though. Decor looked typical for an upscale shopping center trying to seem hip and urban. Terrible planning with tables though. Most booths are extremely long, sitting about 5 people on each side. Most of these had two people at them, effectively wasting the space that could be used for additional seating. My advise is to have dinner at B.Good or the hot food bar at Whole Foods and go here to knock a few back, just make sure to ask for the price first.
(2)David M.
I came here with a group of five people on a Wednesday night. The place was packed but we were able to get a table right away. I can only imagine the waiting time during weekends. Its good but not worth waiting good. This makes it lose one star in my opinion. My server was very nice and my burger was great. The problem: I ordered the BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger. No where on the menu does it say that it comes with pickles or tomatoes. I still no better and told her no pickle no tomato. She said that burger does not come with pickles or tomatoes so not to worry. What shows up in the middle of my plate buried in my fries......a friggin' pickle!! I hate pickles!!! I was grossed out. Luckily, it didn't come into contact with much and I was able to remove it and the pickle juices of my plate without disturbing my food.
(2)Susen Y.
Hamburger tasted like rubber; server was aloof and rude! I will not go back.
(1)Andy D.
I LOVE Yard House restaurants. The ones in the LA area are great. This one? Not so much. It still has a great beer menu. I'm a beer snob and I enjoy it here. Are there beer menus in Boston that are larger, sure, but this one is really solid. Beers tend to be a little too pricey though. The food is far worse than the other Yard Houses though. The onion ring tower is usually a go to option for us. In Dedham, it was way way way overcooked. The walnuts in my salad were just plain bad. The service was fine. The wait on a Saturday afternoon was zilch. Next time we go, it'll just be for the beer. I definitely was a bit let down. Oh well.
(3)Robert O.
Insanely huge beer selection with upscale NJ-diner-like menu... literally a smorgasbord of choices for food. A great place to bring a large party that may have a picky eater or drinker on board. Great staff and awesome atmosphere considering this is a chain, which also automatically drops the rating to a 4 from Wrob, sorry.
(4)Nisy W.
I went here the other night with a male friend of mine and it was kind of a last minute thing. It was getting late, and we originally were gonna go to the Met (which I also have not been to)but the kitchen was closed. I didn't have any intentions with this place, I was just hungry and wanted to have a some cocktails. I actually was satisfied and pretty happy with my meal. We had the lobster,crab & artichoke dip which was ok , but could of been better, there wasn't much lobster or crab meat in the dip. We both got burgers. His the turkey burger which he was pleased with, and I had the pan crusted Gorgonzola burger which was very delicious and and juicy. They cooked it the way I like it and I enjoyed every bite. All in all it was decent, the prices weren't bad. I would like to try it again and try one of their seafood entrees
(3)barrie g.
Poor quality food. Salad should not be served with the lettuce core. Fries were tasty but the pizza is just weighed down and heavy making it taste like it is not done. Will be a go to beer place as they have many good varieties.
(2)Helen v.
The Yardhouse has been a favorite of mine over the last couple of months. Just getting to admire all of their beers on tap seems to be enough, but there are a lot of other great things about this place! There are always lots of people there, not overpowering, but it is nice to come to a place where lots of people want to be! The food has been generally great, though I don't recommend the pizza (quite average). Love to come with just one friend or a whole group. Did I mention how awesome the beer is!? ;)
(4)Cynthia N.
Tonight was my second visit to the Yard House. The first visit we sat at the bar and just had cocktails. It seemed like a nice enough place but was very loud. Tonight we had dinner. We had to wait a very long time for our meal. A manager stopped by the table to apologize for the delay. When the meals finally came out, the others got their meal but mine was going to be out in a "minute". 10 minutes later, my meal came and on the first mouthful of my fish, I got 2 fish bones. The second mouthful yielded 3 more fish bones. Yuck! The waitress took back my meal, apologized and asked if she could get me something else. I declined since the rest of my table had already finished with their meal. I don't think I would go there again.
(1)Sue W.
This is the second time I've walked out of Yardhouse feeling like I'm nocturnal after sitting in the super dimmed dining room. I can only describe it as similar to staring at a computer screen for 8 hrs just like what I do everyday at work =P The theme of Yardhouse is Asian/American fusion which guess is true since the menu comprises of dishes like what you'd find at PF Chang and the Cheesecake Factory. The tap selection is quiet impressive and plenty of TVs all around the restaurant if you want to keep on top of what's going on in the Sports world. Other than that, Yardhouse is... ehhh okay?
(3)Gavin F.
I really like this place. We have been multiple times with and without kids, and have always had a good experience. My only gripe is the wait times and crowds, but not much that can be done about that with it being so popular, and so much better than nearby Wicked. The food is good - wide selection, always well cooked and presented. The beer list is amazing and we have never had anything but great service here, even when they are really busy. Strongly recommended
(4)Matt V.
Was promised "Largest selection of Beers." Was disappointed by that and the food value. Take the awesome concept of a beer hall, and then ruin it with expensive food, corporate monotony indifference, and an arrogant sense of self importance. Went here with three friends Saturday night dinner. Call it a double date. The wait was longer than 1.5hours, but we grabbed a buzzer and shopped around nearby. It ended up being a little shorter, because I think people ahead of us just gave up. The food was pretty pedestrian, with your regular assortment of burgers, sandwiches, and salads. What stood out to me was the average burger cost was about $11. For those who prefer healthy choices, the entre salads were more expensive. I will say the french fries that came with my burger were distinct from other places I've been. Portion of fries was filling, but the fries themselves were smaller than McDonald's but larger than shoestring potatoes. That might have been the one highlight of the meal. The beer selection was ok. Sure they had lot of tap, but if you really like beer, try the sunset grill and tap. Much bigger beer selection, definitely better food value. Don't kid yourself by coming here for their beer.
(2)Shannon J.
I ate here with my family. It was our first time! The food was really good. We had the wings for an appetizers, they say the buffalo isn't spicy but it actually is (get the sauce on the side). We also got the truffle fries which were great. Next up, two people had the fish and chips! They said it was really good and the fish was great. They give you four giant pieces of beer battered fish, so if you aren't a big eater then split the plate. Someone else got the steak, said it was good but a bit tough. I got the jambalaya pasta it was sooooo delish! Note: they only give you one jumbo shrimp. I was pretty disappointed it only came with one shrimp but overall really tasty. I'd eat here again for sure! Our waitress was REALLY nice and the entire staff was friendly. All the food came out hot too, which is great.
(4)Lita S.
I work within walking distance to this place. I thought OMG this is giong to great!!! I wanted it to be. I 'like" it. I can't see me going often. The food doesn't do it for me. My husband and I ordered burgers, his came with all the stuff he asked for it not to and both were so greasy the bun fell apart. It was yucko. The fries are nasty, and the beer's are ok. I went again with a friend I hadn't seen in a while, so we were catching up. Then some more friends came. The great thing about this night was the table, it fit all 6 of us comfortably but I couldn't hear much. It was very loud. This night we had pizza and chicken tender pieces. Bleh. The chicken was pretty good for fried.... If I go back it's because someone wants me to meet them there. It won't be my suggestion unfortunately.
(2)Jillian Q.
Yard House was packed on a Friday night and we were quoted an hour to an hour and a half wait, but luckily we were seated in a half hour! The service was excellent. Our waitress was attentive, pleasant, and helpful. The beer variates were also amazing. The food, though, was pretty unimpressive. We actually sent the seafood/crab dip back because it tasted and smelled awful. My mac&cheese dish was really just "ok" and my dessert was plain disappointing. I would go back for the atmosphere and drinks but would choose another restaurant at Legacy Place for dinner.
(2)Angela C.
Really really good food! Loud atmosphere..not the kind of place you would go for a romantic dinner alone..but fun for a night out with friends. Great variety on types and tastes! I had the garlic chicken noodles...very tasty and inventive with the addition of endgame and tofu! The have a bazillion beers on tap meaning you can be happy with whatever you get, but it comes with a price at about 7-8 bucks per beer!! I would definitely be back here whenever we're in the area..it's especially busy on Sat. nights in the height of the holiday season (and the outside mall it's in will leave you looking for a parking space and put any marriage to the test! ;) you know what I mean!) so be prepared to wait unless you've made a reservation. I'm sure during the week it's less busy than the weekends! P.S. Someone in our group got the mushroom/parmesan chicken and from what I hear not only looked incredible but was to boot!
(4)Mike Y.
Go here for the beer and to watch a game but the food is sub par. They literally have over a hundred beers to choose from so the hardest part is trying to decide what you want. Their menu is extensive, and with restaurants, it usually means they do everything mediocre and nothing exceptional. I got the teriyaki chicken which I thought was on par with a TGI Fridays or Applebee's and my wife got the blackened mahi mahi which wasnt the greatest. BUT I would say it's a good place to hang out and I'd probably go back there for an appetizer or something.
(3)Debra C.
So many different beers for my husband to try and yummy cocktails for me! The burgers are outstanding and so is the turkey cobb which I can't seem to stop ordering. I look forward to returning again soon.
(5)Alexis M.
Love the beer selection obviously. Both times I have gone, the calamari was the bomb! The best I've had! Had a small bowl of their CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP....YUMMMMM! One of the best soups I've had anywhere, would love a bowl right now thinking of it! Eager for my next visit! :)
(4)Tara T.
Went here again last night. My boyfriend and I have been here twice and once to the Fenway location. I MUCH prefer this one in Dedham. The staff is more friendly & the crowd is less of the annoying frat boy variety that pours into the Fenway one before & after games. I wish I could remember our server's name, because he was GREAT! I'm a waitress and I always appreciate good service. He was right on top of drinks and spacing our courses out, and everything came out perfectly. My boyfriend is obsessed with the grilled artichoke, we always get some edamame & the onion rings have to be top of my list as far as apps go. They also change the menu up quite a bit which is nice. He had the porcini crusted halibut last night and it was soo good (and I don't even like mushrooms). I had the gorgonzola & pear flatbread and a salad, both of which were delicious. The wait here can get out of control, so call ahead and when it's nice out, try to get an outside table, so worth it!
(4)Aaron R.
This is a great place to bring friends and watch a game. The beer selection is overwhelming and they have a see through wall where is looks as if they are brewing beer (I didn't ask). But the food was the surprise. At the price, great value and very interesting food. My girlfriend has the clam chowder and the lettuce wraps filled with the grilled tiger shrimp. Delicious and different presentation and lettuce than P F Chang's which is also in the Legacy Place. I had the New York Steak Salad that was a delight of interesting and tasty treats. Besides the field greens there were potatoes cooked and pommes frites, roasted peppers, avocado, green beans, tomato and fried pickled egg & gorgonzola vinaigrette. OMG what a pleasure to eat. I will go again. Only drawback, very noisy
(4)L B.
I can't say enough good things about this place. I have only been there once but I have been dying to go back. Every single thing we ordered was phenomenal. Their drink menu was incredible. It was just as big as the food menu and had so many choices. I was in heaven. They have the best onion rings I have ever had and I don't really like onion rings. It's a little pricy, but you definitely get what you pay for. Their booths are enormous so you never have to worry about having enough room. You could easily fit a group of 8 in one booth with no problem. Maybe even a group of 10. The menu is full of variety and is gauranteed to have something for everyone. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. Oh one last VERY important thing: after 9 or 10 pm on the weekends (or in general?) you MUST be 21 and present a proper form of ID to be at the restaurant. We met up with friends who lived relatively far from Legacy Place and my friend lost her license and didn't have her passport because she didn't know. She was of age but we had a real hard time convincing them to allow her to come in. Luckily we were able to talk to the manager who said she would allow her to come in but she could NOT drink at the table. If she saw her drinking, she would ask us all to leave. Fair enough. We were all able to enjoy our food and drinks (for my friend, just the food) and had a great time. Hopefully I will go back soon!
(5)Tanika R.
HALF PRICED APPS 3-6 Monday-Friday. I work nearby and this is the best happy hour deal around. Which is why I'm giving it 4 stars. With that being said this is the only time I go to Yard House (and i have been several times) I consider the food to be over priced and not worth it during other hours. My faves are the calamari, jerk wings, spinach dip. The BBQ chicken pizza is OK. I didn't like the Bearnaise sliders...but at a reduced price you cant beat it. LOTS of BEERs on tap is their specialty. You can sample two for free and they vary in prices. So even if your not a beer drinker I'm sure you can find something you'll like
(4)Gee M.
Had a great lunch here. The beer sampler was fun, and the two apps we had--spicy tuna roll and lettuce wrap were both delicious. The small desserts--lemon mousse and peach cobbler were just the right size. Service was excellent. Well thought out design--not sure what Patrick M is complaining about. I will be back! If you believe all chains are inherently evil, then I guess I see your point, but if you're after good food and good service, then I recommend this place.
(4)James C.
If not for the huge beer selection and nice beer sampler offering this place would have gotten a solid 2 stars. The food in this place was downright mediocre. Two of the 3 entree's we ordered were quite small for the $20-25 they cost (both pasta). How often does the person with the fish dish end up with the heartiest meal?! The saving grace here is the atmosphere and the large beer list. The beer sampler was a nice offering which lets you sample 6 of their beers (they decide) for a pretty good price. The dessert was also a savior. My family had the dessert sampler while I had the chocolate stout ice cream float. Both were good. Although I dinged the food offerings I would try it again and give a few different things a try.
(3)Pamela C.
Legacy Place is the new hot spot to go in the Dedham area. The Yard House was a pleasant find. Although, there was a long line on a wednesday night. Yuck! The food was great. I mean really good. Yum, Yum, Yummy. Tons of beers. I don't even like beer and I was impressed. There is plenty of parking. Bonus. the waiter was great. Offered good suggestions on drinks and food.
(4)Manuel G.
This place is Great! I live at Station 250 and we go all the time. It is only a short drunk walk away. Try the sampler beer from tap always a great value compared to the yard beer glass...
(5)Bear Paw B.
Upscale bar that was very busy! We went on a Friday night and there was an hour wait. We waited at the bar but could not find a good spot that we could just stand without being in the way. Great selection of beers that even a non-beer-drinker could find something they like. Food was decent. Overall, good time.
(3)John F.
Fantastic food and the bar can't be beat! Looking forward to trying the Fenway location. I eat here often and my only complaint is the high employee turnover. Seems like I get a new trainee every other time I go. Overall they do a nice job though. Burgers are fantastic especially the Gorgonzola Burger, I highly reccomend it!
(4)Michelle L.
I have no idea why I continue to frequent this place. There is a good selection of beers, but if you want a good selection and good food you're better off at Sunset. The food seems overly salty and leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth (literally) for the rest of the day.
(2)Jimmy B.
My family and i, took my dad for father's day. We had to wait about 20 mins to be seated. That's what happens when u go to a great place during peek time, but it was so worth the wait! Very nice decor inside. Everyone that works there was very friendly and nice. My family loved all the food we ordered. Definitely would go back and would recommend this to a friend for a date or special occasion
(5)Julie B.
A bit of a mixed review. I went with my Husband who's been raving about the place. His food was excellent but mine lacked flavor. The dessert was excellent tough. I enjoyed the ambiance and the place was very full, so it had a pretty festive atmosphere. I'll go back and give it another shot.
(3)Jen K.
Happened to be out at Legacy Place with a friend, and rather than hit rush hour traffic getting back to Boston, we went to Yard House for a beer and a burger. Wish we'd just started out. We'd have had a later dinner, but likely far better. It was busy, which I took to be a good sign, but after eating here can only assume it's because the people in the 'Burbs love chains. The beer list was pretty long, but not exactly inspired. Lots of basics if you're a craft beer fan, but few that you can't get in a multitude of places. But it was fine, and my beer, while not the best Dale's I've ever been poured, was good. But the burgers. Oy... We both ordered medium rare. My friend's was medium, and that's being generous. Mine however, was easily medium well. The bartender took it back to redo, and a manager came to apologize. Same manager brought the new burger and promptly took off. Never came to check. Bartender never checked either, but I blame her less. Having been a waitress in the past, if my manager ran food to an upset customer, I'd have expected him to make sure it was acceptable. Well, round two was possibly 2 degrees less than the first, maybe. They were pretty much the same doneness. A second manager came over who apologized again and comped both burgers. Left with a bad taste in my mouth. Definitely reluctant to ever go back. I've eaten burgers at Chili's that were cooked properly, and if they can get it right Yard House should be able to as well! Will give them a second star due to the second manager who spoke to us.
(2)Mister D.
I've only been there once, but my daughter and I had a great time there. I would describe it as a kind of modern pub/restaurant. The draft beer selection is impressive, I've never seen a wider one. We had a few different beers between us and they were all fresh tasting. Considering that one of our selections was from a near empty keg ( I saw a bartender flush the line and install a new keg not long after we bought ours), I would say that they handle their stock with care. The bartenders worked well with each other, so that we never had to wait for our beers, nor were any pushed on us. I must add that they were very friendly and attentive, having worked in the business years ago, I appreciate that. We didn't eat, but the food that we saw being served to nearby patrons looked great, very generous servings. If the prices were lower I would have gone ahead and given it 5 stars even without having eaten, just for the bar alone. I will go back eventually but I'm still paying for 3 college tuitions so my visits will be sparse for a while. It was very busy and somewhat loud, on the night we went which might be a turn off for some, but to me it's just a part of the atmosphere which I enjoy when I go out for a few good beers and conversation.
(4)tony m.
OMG. i think you need to be fourteen and starving from a day-long soccer game to enjoy this place. i can't remember the last time i ordered salads and appetizers and literally thought they were too gross to finish. how can you mess up lettuce or fried food? garbage. complete garbage. it was like a nightmare of cheap frozen ingredients. there are plenty of fun bars where pub-style food is available and it's good quality. this was simply garbage. ew. and fruit flies everywhere and servers who just try to sell you things. actually, when we arrived, we had to wait 20 minutes while the servers/mgrs argued over "who gets them". it was atrocious. ew again.
(1)Melissa Y.
If you like beer, you have to come here. I first started going to Yard Houses when I lived in San Diego. there are about 150+ beers on tap from all over the world. You have the option of ordering a half yard, but if you don't drink your beer fast enough it gets warm. I don't recommend it. Yardhouse has a pretty interesting menu with lots of choices. Everything I've had so far is pretty good. It's a good place to go with kids since it's so loud already. Tons of TVs all over the place so it's also a good place to go watch a game. Another plus, there's parking! The wait can be long but you can shop while you wait. They don't take reservations.
(4)Cole L.
went after the movies. place is huge, good atmosphere, lively, and it was packed on a Wednesday night at 10:30! half priced apps is a good thing! Hawaiian poke tuna app for $6 is nothing to complain about especially since it was huge!! I will go again, there are not many of these places around.
(4)Courtney C.
Terrible food-way overpriced- went there with my boyfriend and another couple for dinner and drinks. After receiving a $300 bill, my friend and I decided to split it. Waitress takes both credit cards and never comes back. About ten mins later, the manager comes over to inform us that our waitress accidently charged my friends card twice instead because "the cards look the same". After telling us that it could not be voided and that it would take three days to correct this mistake, he appologizes and walks away. Shocked, my friends and I sat there for a few mins talking it over. We realized that her checking account would now be overdrawn due to the waitress' mistake and that she could not withdraw any money, write any checks, or use her card for 3 days! We called the manager back over to express our concern and he told us that he could in no way give us any compensation. No gift cards, no free desserts, no "let me take the appetizer off of your bill for you".....NOTHING! He wrote down an email address for some other special manager in California and told us to email her with our complaint. WTF?!?! Don't go here...food is gross and it will cost you a fortune. Terrible customer service.
(2)L K.
so, I went back a second time, hoping I just got a bad bartender for my first experience and this time had a good experience. the food was fine and service good, I will go back again.
(3)Daniel A.
My wife and I really enjoy the Yard House - love the atmosphere (tons of huge TVS everywhere showing every game imaginable), the drink selection (100+ BEERS ON TAP!!) and the food is excellent....although I've seen somewhat of a decline from when it first opened over the last few visits. The wait on Fri & Sat nights is out of control, too, but I guess that's not much they can do about that. Situated in the middle of Legacy Place shopping area, you can totally kill the wait by doing some serious damage to your credit cards. :)
(4)Michael B.
Obviously the beer selection is its raison d'être, but would it kill them to include prices and sizes? The food is plenty good - the nachos were among the best I've had locally. But classic rock, emphasized so much it's part of the logo? Classic rock is lame, sorry folks. I'm not saying they should play hip hop or some obscure indie bands. Clasic Rock? I think they are targeting a slightly-over-the-hill crowd, with their fat wallets, and mom jeans.
(3)Lisa C.
I've never heard of the Yard House before. After I went I went home and looked up locations, they are mostly out west in California. I really enjoyed the yard house because I had no clue what to expect. What drew me and my friend in was the largest selection of beers. We had no clue what to expect. We walked in and sat at the bar, the bar tenders were welcoming and very friendly and there to serve. I was stunned by the beer selection. I am not a huge beer drinker but I feel like there is something for everyone. Lots of selections leaving you to come back and try. We counted 58 beers on our side of the bar so we only figured there was the same amount on the other side and then 15 on the sides making it over 120 beer selection. The hard liquor drinks are rather pricey martini's are 10.25 and other types were 9.25 or 9.75. The watermelon martini is delicious. The buffalo wings were very good. The wings were slightly crispy, hot, and tender, very good wings came with ranch dressing, there were 10 wings total. We split them as a snack and between the both of us there was not enough ranch. The yard house was great and left me and my friend wanting to come back to try other foods as well as drinks. They also have the beer sampler where you can try a 3oz glass of beer for $1, which next time I go, I will try. Very good experience. Wait staff was great!
(4)Sweetdreams S.
Went for drinks the soft-opening night (saturday). A broad spectrum of beer selections. Mixed drinks were delicious. Would come back to try the salads and for more cocktails.
(3)Tanya K.
Half price happy hour apps plus an amazing tap beer selection equals bliss. Above average pub fare and great service. We went on the earlier end and were seated right away. We weren't rushed, and were treated quite well. I recommend the Watermelon Wheat beer and the ahi tuna appetizer. We'll definitely be back.
(4)Joanne O.
I work until 11 so I figured I would order take out from Yard House. I placed my order before I left work so it would be ready when I got there. With Kings, the theater and Yard house at that end of the mall it is very difficult to get parking on a Sat night anywhere near the place. So after finding a parking spot I grab some cash and go to get my order. I was stopped at the door by a very unfriendly man asking me for my ID. I told him I was just picking up an order to go. He said "I still need to see your ID". All the way back to my car got my ID and went back. After being granted access to the inner chamber, I pass through the next door and was barred from going further by a young lady demanding my right wrist. I wasn't sure what she said because it is soooooo loud in there so I politely say "excuse me" her words were " I need your right wrist" I asked "what for" she again said "right wrist" Now I'm getting angry and say "I'm just picking up and order to go" only at that time she allows me to pass. At the desk there are 5 people standing there just looking at me so I have to ask if I can pick up my order. A very nice young man helped me. After arguing about who was going to see if my order was ready a very sullen girl went to get my order. I was then allowed to leave. Here are my thoughts! When someone approaches the door and clearly look older than say 40 and states they are picking up an order......they are JUST picking up an order. And the girl barring the inside entrance may want to be not so aggressive and maybe ask "May I help you" instead of demanding "right wrist" And the hostesses need an attitude adjustment, they were quite bitchy. I get the impression that they just want to be a night club after 10.
(2)B M.
We just beat the rush, the madness, by getting there at 5:40. We tried a couple of different beers, they have like a hundred or something on tap, a great and diverse selection. We were feeling bar foodish, so we tried the burger with blue cheese and a burger with swiss and avacoda. Both were well above average and cooked just the way we wanted. The avacoda burger had some type of sauce on it that was just delicious. Both burgers were large and they came with a ton of little fries which were unique and tasty. The dishes in general were well above the average Boston area fare. The service was good and the setting was pretty cool. There is outdoor seating, a huge rectangular wrap around bar in the middle of the place, plus many zones of seating. The place has a very open seating plan and good views of tv's or of the whole place for people watching. Plenty of parking and a good location. I would recommend giving this place a try, if for nothing else sampling some beers and and to have a little food.
(4)boston y.
excellent food, damn good atmosphere.. and the bar and beers.. go people what are you waiting for.. get drenched in beer !!!
(5)Ellen L.
My husband and I went on a Thursday to meet a group for a birthday party. Even with reservations we waited a really long time after arriving to be seated. The fiancee of the birthday woman actually missed most of the celebration-as he had to leave to study even though he had made a reservation to allow plenty of time. While waiting we stood in the very crowded and noisy bar area and had a couple beers. There is a giant selection on tap, although not the most interesting selection. The bad part is there are no prices on the menus and it was a little shocking to find out how much pricier it was than BBC or Sunset Grille which have better selections and prices listed. The nachos were great and a big serving. My dinner was OK but nothing special. It is pretty good place but overpriced and too long a wait if you don't want to part with $100 for 2 on a weeknight for a couple beers and a just OK dinner.
(3)Mike T.
My girlfriend and I went for the first time this past Tuesday 4/27 and had a FANTASTIC experience! To start, we were seated immediately and served shortly thereafter. At 24 and 25 yrs old we were excited to sample the beers, of which they have plenty, from all over the world of every type. You cant ask for a better selection. We ordered 3 apps: the raw ahi which was very tender and pleasantly flavorful, the Korean beef which featured a perfect cut of meat and was seasoned really well and the spinach cheese dip with crispy fresh flatbread. The quality of the food was very fresh and cooked to perfection. Over the course of our visit we were waited on/helped by 8 different employees yet they managed not to be overbearing. Refills were prompt, as was clearing of our table and everyone was very friendly. Considering quality of food, timeliness of service and selection of beers, this place really earned 5 stars.
(5)Christine C.
The service is fine and any place at Legacy Place will be packed with a crazy wait on a weekend. I'm only disappointed that the quality of the food seemed to have gone down hill from when they first opened. Sangria is way too sweet, had to ask for whipped cream for an Irish coffee...the good ones come with cream & a little chocolate stick..plus the right combo of alcohol. The kung pao calamari was cross...drenched in a heavy yucky sauce and was supposed to come with cherry peppers (hots) as per the menu & arrived with bell peppers...not the same. & calamari was soggy. Ordered a flat bread that was dried out and seemed like it sat under the light in the kitchen for ages....the only thing I liked was the chips & guacamole...even the kids mac n cheese wasn't the same, not as tasty & the cheese sauce with the brocholi was like water.... it's not worth the money any more & I don't think we'll be back. I think they need to change up their menu or take more time to prep the food, even if it means a longer wait....I feel just as bad as if I ate at a fast food restaurant. Everything tasted like it was sitting under the light for ages, probably to accommodate all the people, but I think you can find better food at a pub for less money.
(2)G K.
Really good burger. I had the pepper jack burger... and the Gorgonzola burger. Tasted great. Excellent service.
(4)Laura M.
Long waits. Way too salty food. The only thing saving this from being a 2 star review is the wonderful staff, great beer selection, and ample amounts of tv's for watching sporting events. Come for happy hour and drinks. Skip it on the weekends.
(3)Melanie W.
Yard House is my favorite chain restaurant by far. I have been to the one in Fenway a few times, as well as one in Atlanta, but Dedham is the one I go to most often. Service is always attentive, only once did I feel like it was intrusive. The wait can be very long, however. For food I have enjoyed the enchilada stack, chicken rice bowl, margherita pizza (amazing!!), spicy Thai chicken pizza, Thai chicken noodle salad, the coconut shrimp appetizer, the hummus appetizer and vanilla ice cream dessert. For what I haven't enjoyed: The French dip sandwich fell apart after dipping it, although the fries were yummy and crispy. The French onion soup was VERY salty I actually liked it, but I can see why some would complain. The mini chocolate souffle was a little dry. I love the different beers they have, even though I almost always get the Angry Orchard cider.
(5)Catie C.
Pricey is the word. Steaks are in the twenties. Serious, if i have to pay $26 for a steak, I might as well go to capitol grille! Ok fine, I wont have a steak.. perhaps, a burger? well, all the burgers are over $11! OK, I don't like cheesburgers. Well, too bad cuz the classic there is a cheeseburger! Hence, if i want a hamburger, I still have to pay for the cheesburger price. OK, I give them credit for only charging $6 and some change for Belgian beer. So in essence, come bere for beers and nothing more if you're trying to get your monies worth. To start, We had onion rings which were standard. Nothing to WOW about. For dinner, I had sliders. Would I do burgers there again? No. My sliders had fried onions which was overpowering the burger flavor. Knowing me, I had my 2nd slider with none of that. All I tasted was salt. Certainly, this is the first time i had salty sliders. Sorry, I didn't taste any beef. I would say this is a good watering hole but definitely not worth the money for dinner.
(2)Jason H.
3.5 stars. It's been a long time coming, but I've finally gave this place a try. Being a beer geek, I get recommended this place a lot. I think I unfairly hesitated to try it, being that its a chain. Big deal, it's a fun place. As expected, beer selection is impressively extensive for a bar chain. A few rare gems are mixed in with more accessible craft favorites, and rotating taps that seem to change often. Food is where I was pretty surprised. It's good. I'd suggest the pizza and burger here, they were both really tasty. Other options, not so great. Atmosphere can get a little stressful, as it's packed on weekend nights and the wait is long, but it's always fun. I should have given this place a chance a while ago.
(3)Khoa N.
My friends and I went crazy for the one hour happy hour we were here. There wasn't enough room on our table for the entire menu of appetizers (which seemed like the amt we ordered). The foods were decent, with the exception of the california roll. Don't order that. It is not your regular sushi roll (and the waiter will tell you that). It was a giant ball of cold rice. The fire cracker wings were supposed to be their spiciest out of 3 options but I could not taste the spiciness at all. It was otherwise very tasty. Drinks are good. The half-yard drafts are only for the thirsties. I would never be able to finish one of those giant towers of beer so I got myself a couple of martinis. And they were quite yummy.
(3)Shannon S.
Just dined here for the 3rd time. When I think of this place, I think of comfort food. As in, I eat and then I want to do nothing more than (blissfully) curl up on my couch for the night. Everything I've tried I've enjoyed and it's been a game-time decision each time as so many things on the menu catch my eye. The long wait every.single.time is a bit discouraging BUT the beer selection helps and usually once I get a few good and strong brews in me, time starts to fly. (Perhaps not always a good thing). We shared the spinach and cheese dip between 4 people and though it was quite delicious, it wasn't enough dip given the amount of crispy flat breads included (or the price). Give me more dip people! I had the crab cake hoagie (again) for my meal and pretty much polished it off aside from a bite or two I just couldn't manage. My co-diners enjoyed their entrees as well and we all left full and ready to be rolled home. Our server was outgoing and attentive. I'm only with holding a star because I still think the prices are a bit high given portions but all-in-all, Yard House is still doing a solid job.
(4)William D.
Nothing but good things to say about this place. Food is excellent; very wide selection of drinks; great place to watch any sports game; bar and wait staff are very friendly; great location; place is spacious, so wait time(s) are rarely long... Deserves 5 stars in my book.
(5)Alyson S.
This place was as busy as could be on a Friday night when a friend and I showed up for a bite to eat. We were greeted by the friendliest of hostesses and seated within 15 minutes (not too bad!). We sat near the bar area which was loud but perfect for what we were looking for especially because we wanted to catch up. The seating booth style did seem quieter when I passed through to use the restrooms (which were extremely well maintained). Our waiter came over and was attentive throughout the meal sharing information about the dishes on the most expansive menu I have had to choose from. The choices ranged from small plates to heavy full courses including interesting twists on the american basics. I am sure just about anyone could find something they like on the menu. The food was well cooked and seasoned both for the appetizers and main dishes we ordered. It definitely was great to have all of the options so that both of our palletets were please and satisfied by the end of the mea. I would definitely stop back in here for a casual meal catching up with friends.
(4)Michael G.
This is a solid mainstream bar for beer lovers everywhere, but don't discount the bars up and down route 1 in the area! However, the yard house features unique craft beers from a variety of breweries around the world with 100+ offerings on tap! Try the piraat - you will not regret it! That being said, a lot of the entrees are priced higher than their worth, but I have never had a dish here that I was disappointed by! Yes I am a repeat offender here, thoughI would not consider myself a regular. Honestly, the menu as a whole is above my price range, however the taps and about a third of the menu are perfectly affordable for me. I recommend all the burgers, especially their Surf and Turf burger, which is reasonably priced for a burger that just so happens to have lobster in it! Yum. Also, their Mac and Cheese Squared, as well as their nouveau take on Tomato Bisque and Grilled Cheese - both of which are unique and delicious takes on comfort food. The variety of food, and beer at this establishment is something that cannot be passed up. This place is best experienced with a group, friends in a group of 4-8 is honestly ideal - everyone gets to sample someone else's choice, and the establishment can easily accomadate the numbers!
(4)Matthew B.
I have been to this location enough to say you can expect a frustrating experience every time. This is a beer joint. Period. The service is pretty slow and not very attentive. Food takes roughly 25 minutes no matter what you get and it's a 50/50 chance it's hot. Some bartenders are less friendly than others which always confuses me when customers are treated like intruders. There are other much better restaurants in the complex if you are looking for anything above and beyond beer, but let's be honest no one goes somewhere to try 1,400 different beers. Skip it. For some reason the wait for dinner time is always 30-45 minutes minimum because people can't get past the hype.
(1)Brian W.
I'm only taking away one star because the place is ridiculously crowded and standing in the waiting area with hoards of people and their Legacy Place shopping bags is enough to make you want to drive down route 1 to Five Guys or Chipotle. Once you get seated you can't go wrong with 100+ different draft beers and a food menu with just as many options. They have a pretty extensive gluten SENSITIVE menu and they're very quick to point out that while the food will be gluten free, the kitchen is not a gluten free environment. After talking to the Manager we don't think this is any different from any other restaurant with a gluten free menu, but it can be a little concerning if even slight cross contamination can get you sick. My wife ended up getting a monster sized turkey club wrapped in lettuce that she enjoyed very much. I went with a Pork sandwich that I ordered without cheese, but ended up coming with pieces of cheese remaining from a poor attempt to remove the melted cheese after the fact. The waitress and Manager were extremely nice about it and ended up sending me a whole new sandwich AND taking it off the bill without me even having to ask. The sandwich was just ok, but the sweet potato fries were awesome and the customer service was even better. We'll definitely be back to try some new things and make fun of those people awkwardly drinking out of the half yard glasses of beer they ordered.
(4)Aaron H.
To say this place was interesting is an understatement. When we went here the place was packed, standing room only Maybe that is because everything else in the area is no good, but I can not confirm that. The beer selection was pretty good, found some old favorites from the west that I always enjoy. After waiting for an hour for a table we were seated in a nice booth with a waiter that seemed to like me as he kept giving me a Hawaiian hand signal. I can only assume this is the case as I have never been to Hawaii before, but he indicated he used to live there. The food was okay, we ordered Taco's and I guess Tacos in suburban Boston is sort of an oxymoron. The yellowtail tuna was pretty good as well. All in all I think I would go back for a beer but and to watch a game but not on a Friday night.
(3)Paola C.
I had the displeasure of going there this past Saturday. After waiting for over an hour for the table (not their fault they advised me of the wait) my friend and I were finally seated. Our server never once made eye contact with me and continued to only ask questions directly while looking at her notepad or looking at my friend. I have never been made to feel so uncomfortable in my life. I thought it was weird and my friend even noticed how the server was behaving towards me. I asked for her to wrap up my soup and instead of handing it to me she again handed it to my friend. Same with the check. Worst service ever. I've never felt so ignored and uncomfortable in my entire life. Glad I waited that long and spent over $100 dollars to be treated like garbage. I'll go to Wicked next time.
(1)Michelle N.
I have to say that our latest experience at the Yardhouse at Dedham . . . ruined our evening. We were going for an easy (early ish) dinner and had been to this Yardhouse before (and others around the country). 1. The first problem was the system of taking names for a table. a. There were no pagers available and we were told to come back. b. When you come back you have to fight the crowd of people trying to leave the restaurant and the people waiting in line to check in and give their name. It was chaos and people stepping on one another the way it is set up. c. We had to go back twice to get a pager b/c they didn't have any left when we went back the first time after we were told to come back in 20 minutes. d. Our wait time was nearly double what we were quoted. When we were finally seated by a manager, we saw empty tables around us - and could tell the manager was frustrated that his staff in front was not seating people in these empty tables, hence he took us to a table himself. 2. My boyfriend and I each ordered an entrée and a starter (soup and/or salad). a. Our waiter, Zac (who was great), kept telling us our soup and salad were on their way out - after three times of telling us this (and 20+ minutes of waiting since we had put in our order) Zac finally went back and got the soup and salad himself. b. It was funny b/c after our meal came out (about 10 minutes after this) they tried to deliver soup and salad to us - obviously the soup and salad order was JUST getting processed way after our meal had arrived. 3. My boyfriend said his entrée was "cold and tasteless". a. He is not one to complain so I got our waiters attention and told Zac. He promptly brought over a manager. b. The manager apologized and had my boyfriend order a new entrée (which was better) and took the one entrée $ off the bill. c. I would have expected the manager to comp a dessert or something else as well - I mean I was completely done with my meal by the time my boyfriend's meal came out. The experience was just awful due to his food being cold and tasteless. The Yardhouse Dedham better clean up its service and food or else you will definitely start driving people away not toward your restaurant.
(1)Jason P.
Wow. The beer selection is the best around. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is great as well. My only complaint is the wait times. Good luck getting into the place on a Saturday. Considering how good it is the wait times are expected.
(5)Andrew M.
Love this place. Huge beer selection from around the world. The menu as an American fusion with French and Asian inspired dishes. They offer almost every entree in a vegetarian version. Anyone can find something they would like on this menu. Great kids menu too. Wish i could order from it. Has tvs everywhere and outside seating with fireplace. Always long waits on weekends but week nights aren't bad. Bar is also packed on the weekends. Located next to great shops and movies so prime location for a night out.
(4)Suzanne M.
An amazing selection of beers on tap, however the menu is quite large and diverse and gets me wondering how they can prepare food ranging from Asian themed to Mexican. Decided on the fish tacos when they arrived looks like fish sticks in a tortilla, the sauce they put on the tacos was delicious but overall sub par. if I go back I'd try something different. Atmosphere is great for an after work drink and an app.
(3)Dawn E.
I was here on a date. Like, in April. It was a night full of high hopes and mediocre results all around, but have no fear, my assessment of my date does not influence my assessment of the Yard House. Maybe I got a bad night. People who's opinions I would readily trust seem to have really enjoy this place, but I was not impressed. We walked in an I found the decor to be stark and too dim. I feel like a brewery or brewpub should be warm and inviting. A place you'd like to linger and try a few. This place says "come on in, but hurry out." They also claim to have the most draft beers on tap IN THE WORLD. Given that I've been to at least six places that have more beer on tap than the Yard House, I feel cheated. Now, I visited their website, apparently some places have way more beers on tap than others. So maybe the chain meets the claim, but not Dedham. As an appetizer, my date ordered onion rings. They were okay. I suppose they were very good for what they were and the presentation on them was quite unique. For my meal I went with grilled cheese and tomato bisque. It's a no fail choice, in my mind. I can be fancy and full of flavor and plain but comforting. Grilled cheese and tomato soup is always a win. Except at the Yard House. The grilled cheese, despite it's plethora of cheeses, was bland and greasy. Like, really greasy. Like I felt nauseated after eating half greasy. And the tomato bisque was watery and dull. My server really capped off the evening. He was creepy. Like, for real creepy. Over attentive in a way that made you want to bathe afterward. Hell, he made my date appealing. And that says a lot. I chose two beers. Both beers I love and have had many times. The first was great. The second tasted like they really needed to clean the lines. REALLY? BEER IS YOUR THING. CLEAN YOUR EFFING LINES. That is all.
(2)Frank G.
The food we got was fine, unfortunately it wasn't we ordered. Eating in is never a problem but I've had issues with takeout. Repeatedly. The woman at the front desk taking our order was preoccupied.
(1)Kelly P.
Went back for another try and sat at the bar this time.(( Lydia, manager at Yard House was happy to get me to come back and give it another try with a $35 gift card.)) Went for lunch, and it was amazing. The service could of been a little bit more attentive at the bar, as I saw many people trying to catch a bartender for drink, or silverware. Although when John , or Steven the bartenders knew you needed something they were very polite, and made helpful. Appetizers were fresh, and came out of the kitchen quite quickly. It was busy for even a Monday afternoon, but was able to find a the last two seats at the bar. I definitely will be returning to yard house again. If you want great trendy food, drinks, quality selection of beers go here. Spoke with manager Judy and informed her of the experience as well, as she thanked me for the feedback.
(4)Batrice B.
You really can't go wrong with this place. I was shopping with a friend at Legacy yesterday and stopped in for a quick drink and app. We sat without a wait at the bar, and as always the bar staff was attentive and great. Their beer suggestions were spot on and we were even given a sample of other recommendations. Even though they were out of my "go-to" app (Korean BBQ Beef) I went with the pastrami sliders. GREAT secondary pick, their apps area meal. For $10.95 I got 4 sliders and fries.... needless to say I had leftovers. I have never had a bad experience here and even when they ran out of what I get I tried something different and end up liking them even more.
(5)Joshua S.
We were here last week with a group of 12 or so, a couple of which had food allergies. It started out with the drink order, they took all of our ordered, but one person in the party was using her passport as a form of ID, which caused a problem, as no one seemed to know if a passport was a valid form of identification... Then once the manager finally decided they could take the passport as Id it still took a solid half hour for all of the drinks to arrive at the table. Then onto the meal, we all placed our orders, the waiter took care to get all of the specifics from members of our party with food allergies, and figure out what they were going to order, and what modifications needed to be made. Then a few minutes later the manager comes over and takes the allergy orders again, making an annoyingly long process twice as long as it should have been. Then another hour passes until the food starts coming out, the specially cooked allergy dishes are cold, as they seemed to have been prepared before the rest of the food. About 10 minutes into the meal they bring out two more salads, it turns out they mixed up who had what, unfortunately one of the parties that was mixed up has allergies. Instead of telling them as soon as they realized what happened they went ahead and prepared replacement dishes, letting someone with allergies eat a dish that wasn't meant for her. I'm not from the area, so maybe this is a fluke. But a restaurant of this size should be able to handle a table of 12 with no issues within a reasonable time frame. What should have been a fairly quick lunch turned into half an afternoon filled with mistake after mistake.
(1)Enay V.
I really don't get the hype. The food was ok but it wasn't worth the price. The place was packed on a Friday night. It was hot out but we were inside. Our waiter was sweating his ass off the entire night. It was literally dripping off his face - you'd think he'd want to swipe a rag across it every now & then. Really grossed me out. The beer selection was worth one star. The gardein marsala was worth the other - although, the gardein itself was too much - huge chunks of it were not appetizing. Smaller chunks & maybe burnt a little bit would have been much better. The appetizers were ok. 3 coconut shrimp for $12 - not so much. They weren't even that good. There are so many other better places - don't waste your time here.
(2)Christine C.
I have been to the Yard House before, and have always had a good experience. It goes without saying that the beer selection is incredible. There are suds to suit any taste. The food is pretty good as well. I really like their chicken tortilla soup. I recommend that anytime. The service is always good. Last night we had Renee, who was very nice, knew the menu well, made great suggestions, and when she noticed my BF's military ID, she thanked him for his service. I really appreciated that.
(4)Melody V.
I used to love this specific location until my group of 15+ stumbled upon the worst server in the history of visits at this Yard House. I can't complain about the food.....I really can't but being in the food service industry myself, it always starts and ends with the customer experience. We did complain to the manager on duty that night too since the server wasn't able to handle herself professionally with an issue we had. However, it's an experience I won't ever forget.
(1)Lauren S.
Yard House *was* my favorite restaurant-bar in the area for the excellent food and drink menu, but the service has ruined my enjoyment of this place. I went to tonight with a group of 7, put in our names, and we were told 30 - 45 minutes. We checked in with them three times over the next hour and a half to see what the wait status was, and they always had a generic answer of "Probably another ten minutes." Between three and five hostesses were handling the front area at all times, and never once did they apologize for taking twice as long as they initially projected. Finally I brought up to them that our group had been waiting an hour and a half. Only then did they realize that they had apparently "already tried calling us." They asked if we had wandered off, which we hadn't. We had been sitting ten feet from them the entire time. One of the three hostesses took five more minutes to look around, and when she came back they acknowledged that they had given our table to another party by accident. Five more minutes to set up a 6-person table for the seven of us. They called a manager over and he acted extremely apologetic, but nothing was comped, nothing was offered. He did make a big fuss out of seating us at a "great table," (we waited another five minutes for a booth on his recommendation,) but that just didn't really fix the initial failure of service. It was hard to be in a good mood after that, and I'm very disappointed. We've also gone there for work functions as the Yard House claims that they welcome large parties, but they absolutely cannot in any way, shape, or form handle big groups. They get very visibly stressed out and confused which makes them a little rude. They don't reserve the tables they promise to reserve, and can't handle what it means to have several car pools arriving to fill a large group (ie, people not necessarily all being there at exactly the same time.) Bleh, this makes me sad. I want to be able to come here and eat some of my favorite foods in the area, but this night was hard to save after that long wait. It's really a shame.
(1)Stephanie M.
Two Words: Truffle Fries!! Me and the hubs had lunch here this past summer and thoroughly enjoyed it. Based on what I had heard before dining here, I thought it was simply just another sports bar type place however, it really is much more. The menu is surprisingly extensive. It was hard making a decision but we both chose sandwiches which were ENORMOUS, fresh, and tasty. The real scene stealer were the truffle fries. OMG these were heavenly! I found myself wanting to lick the paper cone they came in! I like fries as much as the next girl, but I don't crave them...but these..these I find myself thinking about on a regular basis. For an adult beverage, this is a great place to explore as well. I'm not a beer drinker, but I was enticed by their cocktail menu. I will definitely try one in the future. The staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. On a second visit to pick up a gift card, everyone was amazingly friendly. I am looking forward to another visit soon!
(5)Me K.
OK my first thought was, not bad. Casual but not dumpy at all. Then I ordered my first skinny Margarita which tasted great however they could have put a little less ice and more drink in the cup! We ordered the chips and Quacamole. Was a little disapointed at the size but im use to larger than life portions which are not good for me! They were actually really good and shared between 2 were plenty! It seemes like they were off a bit and when we finally got our meal mine was cold. I ordered the carribean chicken and my husband ordered the blackened fish Taco's (they were amazing) So the waitress asked how things were I said fine, just a little cold but that was ok I would still eat it because we had a movie to make. The manager came over a minute later and apoligized for the food being cold and said they were a little off that night. He then said the entire bill was on him.... what wait yes he did say that! So two meals and app and 4 drinks. (yes drinks too) he asked us to please give them another try another day. I do take into consideration mistakes that happen but I judge a restaurant or company on how they handle the mistakes, honestly everyone makes mistakes but how you deal with them is what matters. So I am giving them 5 stars because the fish tacos were amazing and if I go back and I am not happy I have no doubt that they will make sure I am! If we had more time he said he would have been able to make it right but we had to make our movie!!!
(5)Tiffany M.
Based on my expectations, I have to give this place 5 stars. I expected a quality chain resto with a decent menu of draft brews, and ample seating for sports. So what did I get? -phenomenal music on the PA -surprisingly good food (ahi tuna salad & angel hair pomadoro) -tons of great beer on tap -pleasant crowd -great service -an excellent view of a dreadful Red Sox loss Hey, it's a chain restaurant, so I was thrilled that it exceeded my expectations.
(5)Kimberly L.
My friends love this place, but I found it overpriced and really loud. The food was very good, (which is why it got a 3) the drinks were minimal, And the staff was mediocre. Parking is horrific. I would go again and give it another try...when I have some extra cash to blow.
(3)Jess K.
Yes yes yes! I love this Yard House! Friends had been buzzing about Yard House pretty much since it opened, and so I finally made plans and met some friends there. My first time there I got the chicken fingers and fries, and they were the best chicken fingers EVER! They brought me bbq AND honey mustard... that's really the way to my heart! Since then I have been back probably 8 or so times. They do half price apps in the afternoon- 3-5 maybe?- so I have gone a couple times for that and gotten chicken fingers again. I have also had the grilled cheese and tomato bisque! Crunchy, cheesy, and yummy! They also do a good french onion soup. Pretty much everything on the menu is delicious! Some of the entrees are a little pricey, but I've never gone with anyone that said there food wasn't GREAT! One thing to note is that peak times get CRAZY. The wait on a Sat night gets to about 2 hours. I had a birthday dinner there for a large table and got there early around 5ish to secure our spot. They don't take reservations, so plan accordingly! I highly recommend Yard House, it's delicious!!
(5)Jaymie T.
Meghan our waitress was awesome. Great food, great beer, great service and Meghan split the check 8 ways for us without us asking!
(5)Brent C.
Disappointing experience overall. The wife and I stopped by Yardhouse this past weekend for dinner. We were quoted a wait time of 45-55 minutes; when we checked in 45 minutes later to get a pager there were "two people" ahead of us in line - at least 15 minutes later and the pager went off. That timing doesn't quite add up, does it? Also noticed that there seemed to be one person handling the time estimates and pagers for the droves of people coming in...didn't really make much sense with a line of people out the door. We get sat down at a table by the window up front. As we are lead over the table is still being wiped down. After sitting down, we notice the check from the prior guests' was still on the table. Not off to a good start. On to the food and drinks. The beer selection is great and the cocktails are equally as good. No complaints there. With dinner, things started to really go downhill. I ordered the southern fried chicken, my wife ordered the hamburger sliders. After waiting for what seems like ages - we ask the waiter where our food is. "Sorry, the kitchen is really backed up right now" we are told. Backed up kitchen on a Saturday night? The one time when a restaurant would be consistently busy each and every week, without fail? Our food finally comes out, the wife's burgers are nice and hot but my fried chicken is ice cold (so cold, in fact, that the cream sauce surrounding it and the mashed potatoes was congealed...gross). I send the chicken back and the manager comes over to apologize (I give points for the manager checking in so quickly), and he got me another beer on the house after I accidentally spilled the one I was drinking with about 1/4 left. The chicken comes back out about 10 minutes later and was awesome. On the negative side though, my wife had to finish her sliders in that time as they were getting cold. So much for getting to enjoy our dinner together! Now, the kicker. The wife and I finish our meal and out comes the check. The check had my fried chicken entree on it twice! The waiter comes back, apologizes, and takes one of them off. With this many mishaps in one meal I was a bit surprised for even one fried chicken entree to be on that check. Overall, two stars because when the food is done correctly it's very good. Drink selection is also very good. Loss of three stars though due to poor handling overall of a very disappointing dinner. The experience here just does not line up with the premium price they charge for everything. Interestingly enough, every time I have come here for lunch it has been great. For a place that seems to be consistently busy at dinner time, they just do not seem to have their act together.
(2)H T.
Nice place to enjoy a beer and watch a sports game with friends. Food is better than your typical bar. Lots of options for beer on tap. It gets loud and busy. Younger crowd than the one in Lynnefield.
(3)Lindsay M.
Every time I come here I never know what to get - no worries - everything is amazingly delicious! Prices are pretty reasonable considering they give you so much food you always have leftovers. GREAT beer selection
(5)JAZON L.
Don't let the name deceive you. Its not all about the beer. They have great burgers and salads as well. I bring my groups of guys to watch the game, but families are great as well. They have a decent kids menu and my kids love the caesar salad. Personal recommendations - go for the BURGERS. Their buns are not big, bulky buns to hide the meat; but rather thin and the meat is the presentation.
(4)Jim S.
I was really excited to try this place, but as a beer geek, I must admit I came away somewhat disappointed. I don't know where some of the other Yelp reviewers got 160-180 beers on draft from. They had 115 when I was there on 5/1. Add the bottles and it may get close to 180 total beers, but this is a distinction that is important to make. They claim to have the most beers on draft in the country, but they must be adding the total taps in each chain, not individual locations. My biggest beef is that for so many taps, the selection is incredibly boring. The few craft brews they did have were very "normal" in that you can find them on the shelves in most decent liquor stores. Beer guys won't find anything new or unusual like you might at any other "beer bar" in Boston. Far too many selections from the big brewers, but since it is a chain that probably relies on the large distributors more, I guess it makes sense. But seriously, only 4 out of 115 taps are higher than 9% alcohol content? Not that most people would know it as ABV content of each beer isn't even listed on the menu. Plus, no cask offerings, no beer prices printed on the menu, & only 3 rotating, seasonal taps? Very lame. It also bears mentioning I observed that the waitstaff seemed to have no clue about the beers, having to go to the bartenders to get recommendations or explanations of beer styles. Again, not what one would expect from a joint that is supposed to be putting beer first & foremost. The food was decent & reasonably priced, but nothing special. Huge portions, though, & the fries are some of the best I have had in a long time. I did enjoy the classic rock soundtrack that is playing over the speakers. Much better than the garbage played at most chain restaurants. Overall, definitely not worth the drive from Boston. If you live out near Dedham, I guess it is about your only choice for tons of taps, but if it were me, I'd rather drive into the city to get my craft beer fix.
(2)Robert C.
Are you kidding me? This place is an over sized pub chain. Basic to low quality food. Loud! Place to have a beer, but for lunch or diner...I don't get the appeal. Big beer selection but they only sell 10 % of them enough To keep them fresh Way better options in legacy.
(2)Roxanne D.
Great atmosphere, great service, and many beer choices. With that being said, I regret to have to also state that my dinner was lacking flavor. :( I ordered the Parmesan Crusted Chicken with garlic mashed potatoes. I was ready to stick with a 3 star rating, but our waitress was very polite and social with us. She came to our table and informed us that it was the end of her shift and introduced us to our new server. Just as nice as the last. Great experience overall!
(4)Robert D.
They only have yellow mustard. No brown, horseradish or grey poupon. So what does that tell you? In my opinion: kid-friendly, but lacking in the details, where it counts. I should mention that I have been here only at lunch, and most of those times with kids, so I can't vouch for the evening scene or the beer menu. I can tell you that when a popular movie lets out, or it's dinner time on a Thurs-Fri-Sat, you can't get near this place, and if you don't like crowds, loud music and being scrunched, you wouldn't want to. For the most part, the food was good, and the service friendly, if not exactly perfect. There were a few awkward second-asks and craning necks for wait staff, but nothing out of the ordinary for a relatively new restaurant in a successful "lifestyle" mall. Incidentally, Yardhouse is one of the best choices at Legacy Place for a sit-down restaurant. The Aquitane Bistro and Met Bars are the worst of their chains. P.F. Changs is the same everywhere, as far as I can tell. Like all chains, their menu is chock full of selections, but I'm afraid that they didn't take the time to properly categorize things, which sounds like a hi-falootin' piece of criticism, but I think is accurate. What is the difference really, between "snacks" and "appetizers?" or "Appetizer Salads" and "Entree Salads (hint: it's not the size)?." Further, I'm not sure burgers don't belong in Sandwiches, but that's an argument for another day. "House Favorites" contain lots of different things that you might have been looking for elsewhere. The kids menu offers all the predictable favorites, though my kids didn't particularly enjoy the burgers or the chicken tenders. Looking around, it was clear that most kids did. The size of the portions is large, and in most cases, larger than you needed or wanted, so make sure not to order hungry and then have to take lots of stuff home. Back to the details: the Sweet Korean BBQ appetizer is a nearly perfect dish, that comes rice and some green vegetables, but every time I've ordered it (which was every time I've gone to Yardhouse) it was rife with fat. Now at a Korean BBQ shack that might be OK, but at a high-end, chain-style restaurant they could do better, and should. They've got the black walls, huge flat screen monitors, beer list and loud music all set. Now they just have to get to the details. And the mustard.
(3)Jillian T.
This place is always full of people! The appetizers are good but I am not impressed with the entrees I have had. Great place to have a drink as they have so many beers to choose from.
(3)Faith L.
Depending on the dish, food can be really tasty. I suggest the grilled cheese and tomato bisque as well as their pork belly street tacos and Thai chicken & noodle salad. Beer selection is really good. Service can be underwhelming and distant. Gets crazy busy on weekend night.
(3)Raymond G.
We went on a Saturday night and the place was packed. After about an hour wait we were seated close to the bar. The place had a basic pub scene with a large center bar that takes up most of the restaurant. This restaurant definately thrives on its beer list. I ordered an "Ecllipse" which was 1/2 guinness and 1/2 blue moon, which are two of my favorite beers. It was a cool drink and much like the name implies, the Guinness gradually sunk to the bottom overtaking the lighter blue moon over the course of about 20 minutes. The beer list aside the restaurant is pretty mediocre. Standard pub fare at 2x the pub cost. $11 for a burger would be forgivable if it wasn't drowning in BBQ sauce. My wife had the Chicken ceaser salad which had a funny twang in the egg-free dressing. Overall, it was a cool place to check out once, but I would definitely think twice before going again. Although it is a cool place to go for a drink after a movie at the adjacent theater.
(3)Beth G.
After not spending much time to speak of in the Dedham area, we found ourselves there twice during the month of May. Both times we ended up at The Yardhouse. The first time for drinks and appetizers, the second for drinks and a sandwich. I found the apps pretty decent, the lettuce wraps and nachos were pretty tasty. The California Roll was just weird. No part of that was appealing. The sliders were just ok. The second time, our waitress looked a little....coked up? She was like a hummingbird, calling us "love" and "sweetie" and telling us really odd stories about her jobs out west. It was beyond bizarre. However, the crab cake hoagie was delicious. I agree with other reviewers that something was off about the fries. I don't know. It wasn't awful. I'd go back for drinks because it's in a convenient spot. Not a glowing review, huh? It's the best I can do.
(3)Mark C.
Worst experience ever. Ever. Loud, poor service, packed with people (but certainly that won't last long as it just opened), cheap tasteless food (and drinks) at ridiculously high prices. If you go there to eat you can't help but walk away feeling like you got hosed. It's as if they're so excited by the beer options that they forgot to pay attention to the kitchen and the service and the ambiance and the seating and....you get the idea. In this economy, Bostonians (I hope) are smart enough to take their business elsewhere - even within Legacy Place every other option is better than this one. This place will close in 2 years or less unless they make major changes in both food quality and the management.
(1)Evan E.
This place is really hit or miss. Sometimes the food is great, but next time you will be disappointed. Service is equally spotty and the beer selection, while enormous, is expensive and makes me wonder how often some of the obscure kegs actually rotate. Worth a trip if you're looking for a place to drink and grab a bite, but the upscale-casual menu, prices and presentation doesn't have the consistency to back it up.
(3)David L.
3.5 stars This was a pleasant surprise....and a freaking zoo. We got there at 5:30pm and the wait was still 40 minutes so we went to the bar to grab one of their 984 beers. Well after only 15 minutes our buzzer went off and we were seated in what ended up being in a shitty spot that probably shouldnt have a table. We had a chicken egg roll app which was good, I ordered the turkey burger and Trix had the chicken rice bowl. My burger was fantastic Trix enjoyed her dish. My only complaints are 1. It's a mob scene in here after 6pm, 2. Our server seemed unhappy that we didnt order beers. Sorry, we had beers beforehand and 3. Our table was at the end of a row and after 6pm the bar was 3 deep and created a real clusterfuck for servers and I was getting mauled for a solid half hour. Next time, we'll be in for lunch.
(3)Andrew S.
I have faith that if I go back it will be good. I made the mistake of taking the family when this place is more for a night out with friends. The place is way to crowded. We waited an hour and twenty-five minutes to be seated. We were told we had a 45 minute wait when we entered. They seated us at the end of the isle and there were people standing all around us as we were trying to have dinner....sucked. My dish came out very late (blackened sword fish street tacos), had two very, very small peices of sword fish but was tasty, beans were ok, rice was cold. Took for ever to get my second beer. My daughter had the ceasar (wilted salad and tough dry chicken) not good. My son had the Hawian pizza, not bad. The wife had the Ti salad, that was tasty but it was hot in flavor. They had to be over the limit of people allowed in the building. They gave us free deserts to make up for the late entree, which were very good. $10.25 for a freakin Martini...what are you out of your frigin mind. I am done with the bars sticking it up everyones asses. Make the drinks consitantly good and charge $7.50 - $8.00 then I will tip your ass. They did realize they screwed up and did try and patch things up. I hate giving a bad review.
(3)G P.
I had a much better experience this time. I'm glad I gave it another try. There was a bit more space to move around this time and the wait for a table was reasonable considering the size of our party. I got the California roll, or should I say cake?! It was awesome, I've had sushi more times than I can remember and they certainly made it unique! We all had a great time, thanks Yard House!
(4)Mark W.
This place has gotten some bad reviews, but we actually had a great meal and got to enjoy a few unique beers. The service was excellent and the place looks great. If you go on the weekend evening then expect a crowd (they pack them in), but what's wrong with that? You can still get a drink and food and enjoy people watching. We did find the food prices to be a little steep but that seems to be the norm for Legacy Place.
(4)Luke P.
Awesome beer selection - by far the best in the area. Below average bar food. I've not been impressed with the sandwiches, burgers and salads I've ordered from here. They do have a pretty cool happy hour late at night (10:00 PM on) that has 1/2 priced apps and pizzas (note: I've tried neither yet so they may be horrible anyway). Very crowded and noisy. Really ideal place if you want to drink a lot and watch a game. I don't know if I'd recommend Yard House for any other purpose, but it's nearly perfect in this category. Will be back for the beer for sure, but probably try to pass on the food.
(3)Chris K.
Only thing preventing a one star review was that my Caesar salad was actually pretty good. But the service was atrocious! The first two beers I ordered weren't actually available, and they didn't tell me the second one wasn't until they brought my companion's beer. So I ordered a third, and it never arrived. Our food was dropped off by another person who put it down and left before we could ask about my beer or get some ketchup. I would have inquired with our waiter except our waiter Seth never made eye contact or checked on us again until we finally got up and asked for the check. We did complain about the missing beer and lack of attention and got an apology and an explanation that they had some confusion about who was covering which table. But no offer to speak to a manager or a discount and we had to run to an appointment. We've had poor service here before, but this was a whole new level of bad since I never even got my beer...
(2)Gretchen S.
I have visited the Yard House twice now and not really a fan. First time was just for drinks and second time was for dinner and drinks. The YH is stated to have a "HUGE SELECTION OF BEER ON TAP', well being a beer snob as one would say I did not think anything of the selection here. You can go mostly anywhere and purchase the beers they have on tap maybe not to the extent but still I could find all of them without trouble. The food was just okay, the meals were pretty pricey and nothing special. The atmosphere is great to watch a game though since there are TV's everywhere. If you are looking for a good beer restaurant stick with Sunset Grille or Bukowski's. They also overstated the wait time both of the occasions which was a good surprise since most places hardly ever do that. Would have given it a 2.5 if possible. I would visit the place again if I am at Legacy Place but otherwise I will not go out of my way.
(2)Tom K.
This place has all the trappings of a tourist trap. Located in an galleria of upscale chain stores with an anchor movie theatre, it looks like your typical mega sports bar. The place is a little loud with a long wait (but plenty of shopping options while you wait). Was very impressed with the extensive but unique menu ranging from standard pub fare to steaks, sushi and eclectic fusionesque options. Portions are solid and the quality of food is excellent. Try the chicken tinga taco! NY strip steak sandwich is another favorite. Large selection of draft beers. Overall one of the best sports bars (in terms of food) that I have been in. Good layout of TVs but audio is all music.
(5)Whitney R.
I returned to the Yardhouse for the second time last night, and felt that an update is in order. Unfortunately, the food was not as wonderful as I had remembered. This time, I got a few aps with my flight of beer: Fried Chicken Strips California Roll Chilled Edamame The chicken strips were fine- not much can go wrong there- but I was pretty disappointed when I received the California roll and edamame. I must not have read the description thoroughly enough, because I was surprised to see that the California roll is not a roll at all, but rather, a cake-like concoction of California roll ingredients- minus the seaweed. All of the flavors were there, piled on top of each other, giving me the impression of an overcompensating effort to make the sushi non-traditional. It tasted good enough once everything was mixed together, but it lacked the practicality that is historically central to the design of sushi. I'm no chef, but I can think of other ways for the Yardhouse to own their sushi without interfering with its basic design. With regard to the edamame, I have a personal preference for the dish when it's cooled but still at room temperature. The Yardhouse serves it chilled, which seemed harder to eat (the pods snap when you pull out the bean with your teeth). Not a big deal, but it was a variation that was noticeable compared to what I've enjoyed at Japanese restaurants. Bottom line, I still feel that the service is excellent, the beer selection is amazing, and the portions are generous, however be wary of the "non-traditional" sushi at Yardhouse, and read the descriptions carefully!
(3)Christina T.
I came here on Yard House's opening day and was pleasantly surprised. The modern, upscale dining atmosphere was very nice and comfortable. The beer menu is listed from least complex to most complex and gives you a wide range of beers to choose from. I had the Eclipse (blend of Guinness and Blue Moon) and the Dead Guy's Ale (?) - the most complex beer on the menu with a unique/hybrid blend. Both very satisfying and thick beers. My friend and I split the Seared Ahi Tuna sandwich which was cooked very well. They could have put it on thicker bread though because all the juices and oils made the bread soggy. For about $13, the price seemed right and worth it. Sandwiches come with french fries and a pickle. I wouldn't come here all the time but once in a while, it's nice to treat yourself to specialty beers and comfort food. I came here with about 10 or so people for my friends birthday and our waitress was very attentive and friendly.
(3)Bob L.
We kept saying that waiting 30+ minutes on a Tuesday night was ridiculous but I have to say it was worth the wait. The menu was reminiscent of a Cheesecake Factory albeit much smaller. The true winner of the evening was the Burger with Bearnaise - I've had many, many, many burgers from top restaurants and this one has to be the best. My guess is that they did the ole "tabs of butter in the middle" trick which turned the entire patty into smelted goodness. Yard House claims a giant beer menu but I would say that places like the Sunset Grill in Allston beat that list hands down. Still, a great selection of even some tasty ciders. The one weird thing to note was that it seemed like it was part meet-market, part sports bar and part Chucky Cheese since we noticed very large groups (maybe teams) of tiny tots sitting not-so-quietly next to cougars in mid pounce. Last note on this place is that the noise level is way, way up there so hopefully this will give you an excuse to snuggle.
(4)Parker H.
I really wanted to like the Yard House. Actually PRAYED I would like it. Why? Not too many casual dining options in the area barring the usual chain suspects and the insufferable Joe's. Also, I like beer, I like Rock, I like good food. What's not to like then right? A few thoughts: Prices. Are you kidding me? I can get out of Capital Grille cheaper. $3 for sodas is the tops of any chain in New England. Service was ok. Except I abhor the fact that my server constantly called my dining party "Gang" and called us Pumpkin, Sweetie Pie, Love, and everything else. Burgers Medium and Above Only. Shit, if I am going to spend $12 on a burger, I'd like it medium-rare, juicy and delicious. The requested medium came out medium well. The bun was soggy and the flavor was non-descript. Overall, the food was mediocre. Not terrible, just mediocre. But when the prices are as high as they are, you expect much more. The Music. Good lord, all the music was from the mid 80's. Not that I mind that, but would sprinkling in current music and music from the last decade kill them? Slow. Yeah, it is still relatively new but waiting 50 minutes for entrees at 4:30 before the real business begins is a bit much. They really need to focus on some value here, ramp up the food quality and service. I will likely go back at some point, but not in any rush.
(2)Summer X.
The large wine glass is superior, I like the way they create those fun beer mix. We tried tons of appetizers: the Chinese garlic noodle if full of butter, no way to not taste good. The devil egg is fun, so pity only 3 piece in an order. The korean BBQ rice, the portion is big. The only complain is the chips are too salty.
(4)Shar B.
Melanie the waitress sucked. She kept rushing us to order and was more attentive to her other customers. Being our first time there it was not a good experience at all! The food was good, too bad the service wasn't the same.
(1)marissa k.
Good food, diverse menu, a lot of selection of both beer and wine. Good service. Prices could be like 10-15% lower, but it is legacy place. The place was packed on a monday night so that is very telling...I will be back!
(4)Samantha D.
Great beer, and awesome food
(5)Jon M.
The service at this restaurant is atrocious. After being sat down it took 20 minutes for someone to come over. We ordered drinks, took 30 minutes. I noticed the place was maybe at 30% capacity. When I asked are waitress in a polite way why the wait was so long. She told me "We're really busy today baby". Baby? what way is that to address a customer, let alone the fact that im sitting across from my girlfriend. I used to be a regular here and come quite often, after waiting 50 minutes to get a beer at a non busy time, I will think long and hard before coming back.
(1)C B.
I know this place is a chain, but they knocked it out of the park in terms of execution, beer selection (this will be the first place we go once little Bean is born), seasoned food, portion size, and service! We opted for a bunch of apps the other night and they were all so good! The place is a little loud and they have TVs all over, yet only about 2 different programs on at a time. Let's put some sports on and watch the game!
(4)Daisy C.
THE WORST RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE EVER!! And yes, I had to capitalize that. Here's my story: We were seated promptly...waited 10 minutes to get our drink orders...waited 20 minutes to get our drinks...waited 15 minutes to get our dinner orders....waited 35 minutes to get our burgers. When they finally arrived, they were tossed at our table by the 5th waiter we'd seen. The burgers were good (I was expecting better) but they were warm, meaning that they were sitting at the window for a while. We were done. Waited 10 minutes to get our check...waited 10 minutes to get the 6th waiter to process our check with another 10 minutes to return the card back. Here's the funny part, at another restaurant with better service and burgers, this would have costed less than $30, oh, but not here folks. The price tag for this mediocre establishment...$45. Remember the service, the portions were on the smaller scale, and the waiting...not worth the f***ing money. The place wasn't even busy and there were huge amounts of waiters ignoring you!! Never coming here again and I hope you take my advice when I say "Run like hell" and far away from this sh** hole. Oh, 1 star for the interior designing.
(1)Melissa S.
We went here after the movies on a saturday night about a month ago and it was a good time. When we got there we were told the wait was about 45 minutes and they gave us a buzzer it buzzed about 15-20 minutes later so we were please with that. This place has the biggest booths I have ever seen. It's kinda loud in there and very dark. There is a great selection on the menu and the people next to us got the onion ring tower and I must admit I was a little jealous that we didnt order one as it looked delicious. Let me tell ya though they have a kick ass selection of mixed drinks and beers we had a very hard time deciding what to get! The mixed drinks come in soda 16 oz glasses which is big points with me! The service was great very on the ball for such a busy place.They serve beer in those yard stick long glasses too. This place is great and I highly recommend and I look forward to going back..for those onion rings :P
(3)Hieu T.
The Yard House..... I heard great things about this place, mostly for the beer selection so my friend, me, and her family decide to hit up this spot on a Saturday night. Very, very impressive with the beer selections! They even have two type of blueberry beer which is my all time favorite. I love it! And they have this big beer glass that I will so need to try next time when I am there. The food were amazing! The chicken wings appetizers are definitely to die for! Nachos are definitely a plus to order as well. All of our entrees came out on time and it is absolutely delicious. I orders an asian-fusion chicken plate, which was so good. I have never taste tofu this good and light. It does not feel like a heavy pasta dish. One of my friend's brother in law order ribs - AND OH MY GOD! it was so GOOD! I definitely is going to order that next time and share! Hahahahah...I can never finish a rack by myself. So, the reason why I give them a 3 stars because of their hostess' services. We waited for almost 1.5 hours to get a table. We noticed that there were other parties that came late, but they got tables before us. We were getting really upset, and talk to the hostess couple of times and she keep telling us that this is a busy time for them and we have a big party (about 8 including 2 kids). When we finally got our table, we noticed that there would be 2 or 3 people for tables that can actually fit 9 or 10 people in it...................so it seems the floor manager do not know how to place their customers. No wonder the wait time was so long. UPDATE: I went back here during Happy Hour and was pretty happy with everything. I will definitely come back for only Happy Hour on a Monday or Tuesday's nights.
(4)Uni V.
Huge Selection of Draft Beer! Food was ok.
(4)Nick M.
I've been here a few times and I'm not overly impressed with the place. The beer selection is great, but there's almost too many options. The food is not so great. I've had two different sandwiches from this place and neither one was very good. My wife also got a salad which did not look good either The appetizers looked OK; if we end up going back, I may stick to drinks and possibly an appetizer. The wait time can be pretty long if you go on a Friday/Saturday night. Look to park in the garage as the lot is a nightmare to navigate (YardHouse is right next to garage in back)
(3)Mark Z.
The perfect spot - incredible beer selection, excellent food, party atmosphere and really good service. I sat at the bar and took Stephens advice and ordered the Carnitas Enchilada Stack which was absolutely fantastic. With 100'ish beers on tap the evening couldn't go wrong. Highly recommend this place.
(5)Gary D.
I'd really like to give this place 3.5 stars. Pluses Awesome beer list Good menu, food tasty & nice presentation but nothing outstanding. Minuses Noisy Pricey Service was spotty.
(4)Dang P.
This was my second visit and the food was just as good as the first time. The servers and staff were attentive and accommodating. The place is always filled with diners and they do not take reservation. Many beers to choose from. Pricing were reasonable, give this place a try you won't be disappointed.
(5)Kevin K.
My favorite go to restaurant when I don't know where to go. Usually I just get the street tacos and truffle fries. My favorite is their limited special taco which is the blackened shrimp taco. The baja fish taco is always great as well.
(5)Jeff M.
Food is just ok. I think it's a bit over priced Drinks are weak n small Service is very slow at bar. Maybe a two star is best I can give to this
(2)Nicholas U.
Came here after a movie with some friends. Waited quite a while because the hostess forgot about us, despite our group being the only group waiting for a table inside the place. One of the hostess' came over to us and asked us "What are you doing here?". That's a great start. After being seated, our server was spot on. The prices for almost anything food related was overpriced. We decided on the street tacos from someone's recommendation and damn were they some good street tacos. Me and my fiance split a few different flavors and all were amazing. A couple others at our table got normal entrees and they didn't look like anything special. They wished they had our awesome street tacos instead.
(3)Shir L.
Update: Came here during patriots playoffs and it was semi crowded. Steak sub w/fries All out of seasonal beer due to the snow storm =( Initial Visit: My friend really liked this place and I've never been here so I decided to try it out. Our server Seth was good. Truffle fries - expected Rib eye was deliciously med rare. Right on the money. Citrus Agave Caipirinh was ok Brazilian mai tai was ok Grapefruit sparkling cocktail was light and refreshing. Bbq chicken salad was good flavor wise. My plate was topped with everything from chips and dressing, except the lettuce/veggies. The chicken was beyond dry, even though its covered in bbq sauce. Macadamia nut cheesecake
(3)Amanda J.
My family and I came here for lunch and had mixed opinions. First of all, our waitress was very slow to come over and take drink and appetizer orders. Then, it took over 10 minutes to get our drinks and another 10 for appetizers. The food was really good (spicy edamame and boneless buffalo wings) and held us over until our lunch came. I got the lunch special (mixed green salad and individual BBQ chicken pizza) with a side of sweet potato fries and was very satisfied. My mom's meal, on the other hand, proved very disappointing. She got the kung-pao calamari and it came out completely cold. When she told the waitress, the waitress seemed less than concerned and sent the manager over to deal with it. Another plate was sent over but, by that time, we were ready to leave. I'd recommend the Yardhouse to get drinks if you aren't in a rush but the service and food wasn't anything to write home about.
(2)Brian E.
Since Yard House got bought out the food quality has really suffered. Went with the wife and dad. Every appetizer was 10$ and up. There was even an app that was 17$ so we went with snacks. Truffle fries great as usual but the chips and guac portion size was absolutely terrible. We literally got a handful of chips and a scoop of guacomole for 5.50$ , absolutely ridiculous. Our salads were just a regular ceasar with a tiny piece of salmon for 17$ each. Ill tell you this. I can go to a gourmet restaurant for cheaper than this. FYI Yard house you can stop pricing your prepackaged food as if its a top shelf 5 star restaurant , its not. Beer selection is great. Thats about it. Ive had food before at Yard House but since the same company that owns olive garden bought them out obviously theyre more concerned with bottom line than quality. Step it up.
(1)Lauren C.
Let me start this off by saying I am not a chain restaurant venturing kind of person. I'm a big fan of family run, hole in the wall, local type places.... but Yard House (and this location in particular) is the exception the the rule. I've been to a couple of different Yard House locations and this one takes the cake. Others have been either greasy, under-cooked, over-cooked, or just way too plain. The Korean short rib tacos are amazing; typically I'd just go to a Korean restaurant if I'm craving korean short rib but dang, Yard House gets it right. The chicken tinga taco is a tad heavy but very delicious. If you're a fan of feta.... you should definitely try the tinga. The New York steak salad is innnnnnncredible. We order it medium rare but it kinda always comes out at medium. Everything about this salad is great; green beans, avocado, homemade potato chips, pickled egg, tossed with a gorgonzola vinaigrette. It's very filling as well but still light. Appetizers I recommend: spicy edamame (this is 5 star good), Korean short rib app, guacamole (not a very large portion, good serving size for 2), queso dip (very heavy, to be shared amongst group of friends.) Beer enthusiast alert: Sample the Wormtown 'Bee Hoppy' and Clownshoes 'Gallactica!'
(4)Alex R.
I love Yardhouse. I am very surprised it does not have a better rating. Probably because they are SO busy. I used to work at the movie theater and frequent often. They have a TON of GREAT beers and there food is EXCELLENT. Getting a wide variety of beers and food that isn't your normal American fare is difficult to find, NOT HERE. Their prices are also reasonable for the area they are in. Their waitstaff is very knowledgeable about beer and if you catch a pro, well you are in for a treat! You can also sit outside which is a big plus! Yardhouse is definitely my go-to when I am in the area!
(5)Jennifer Y.
I went here with a couple of friends for fun girls night out. The menu is extensive a wide variety of drinks and food. I got the Nashville hot chicken man o man was this everything I wanted a fried chicken cutlet, pancakes made out of sweet potato and a fabulous bourbon syrup to go with it and chicken crispy and spiced w the right heat. The apps amazing. We got the artichoke and spinach dip, deviled eggs w candied bacon yes, candied bacon ! One of my friends ordered salmon but manager came to her direct and apologized and suggested similar option. Management super friendly as well as wait staff. I would def eat at again !!!
(5)Portia J.
Portion sizes are horrible. Seating is awesome. Had a great Truffle burger. The server Nikki is awesome, extremely knowledgeable and kind. We were a party of 6 and she made sure we had all the drinks we needed including making sure our waters were always full. I would def come back again but just for apps and lots and lots of beer.
(3)Stephanie G.
I had a great experience at Yard House in Dedham, MA this evening. A group of friends and I celebrated my 25th birthday in style with an array of delicious appetizers and a lovely sampling of deserts to finish off our meal. Maureen was our server and she rocked! ...was very friendly and approachable. Our manager Stephen provided an excellent and memorable experience. Thank you!
(5)Emily A.
Jam packed, so people obviously like it. Very guy's guy kind of place. Great beer list. Nice to have 3 glass size options. Are you kidding me with the large size option though? Awesome if you're missing your kegger college days? If everyone at a table is drinking these, the server should honestly give someone yellow caution tape to put on the car that will be driven home. If you don't want to talk to the people you're out with, this is your spot. Ridiculously loud, dungeon dark and plenty of TVs to turn your attention towards. We've tried the Yard House a few times -- here and at Lynnfield (always at the prodding of my husband, hmm...) But this was last time. I don't have a sensitive stomach but this meal sent both of us racing to the bathroom. Never again. Tasted ok but terrible results! Based on tonight's experience I'd give a 1 star but based on other experiences that were probably a 3, I'm rounding this to a 2. Next time we're driving on Rt 95 and hungry, we'll pass.
(2)Justin M.
I typically love the Yardhouse. I went last Saturday and was extremely disappointed. The service was great, the ambiance and beer is always great but the food was just so bad. I ordered the Korean pork belly tacos with spicy rice and beans. The rice seemed as if it came right out of the fridge and the taco shells were supposed to be soft but were stale and the beans were ice cold as well. I did not want to complain to my waitress because she was so sweet and she was extremely busy and seemed a tad stressed. My girlfriend had the lettuce wraps and hers was piping hot and delicious. I am not sure if the kitchen just screwed the ticket times up or what but I was disappointed with my experience. I view the Yardhouse as a treat since it is a bit pricy but it is worth it most times, just not this time.
(1)Debbie G.
Went here on Monday night with friends, we were a group of 6 total. There was a 30 min wait which wasn't bad since they give you a beeper and a 3 store radius!! We were able to sit outside which was nice since the weather was beautiful. The menu was fine. I had a burger and fries which were average!!! The beer menu is pretty nice. I enjoyed a few of the hard ciders! :) our waiter was great, I wish I could remember his name but he rocked!!!
(3)Ali L.
Nice location, and open late. The late night happy hour gave me a solid impression, as did the massive selection of beers on tap. I'm a fan.
(4)Shasha W.
Good drink menu. Always crowded so could be a wait. Very loud..If they are going for the "bar" feel they sure achieved it. If you want to be able to converse with the person that your are with then this is not the place you want to go unless you like to yell to talk.
(2)Elizabeth T.
I've been to this Yard House many times, because they are great at checking on my allergy every time I go. The food is also excellent, I've only had one thing that I thought was okay, the rest of everything I've tried has been excellent, especially the Korean BBQ beef. Service is also wonderful at this restaurant. I rarely have an empty water or iced tea, food is always served with a smile and the waiters, waitresses, host saff and managers are all very friendly. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a good solid meal, but if you go during prime time be prepared to wait!
(5)Mindy L.
Yard House is a really solid, decent spot to find a great draft beer and get some yummy comfort food. There are a ton of food options to go with the ridiculous rotating draft beer selection. The Spinach dip, onion rings, korean bbq short rib are all never-fail options for appetizers. Their burgers are solid as well. On this past visit, I decided to try a special from their St. Patrick's Day menu and I ordered the Guiness Shepherd's Pie. The waitress kept talking it up and I figured, why not!? When it came out, I just looked astounded...because it literally was like a whole pie. The size of a WHOLE PIE. I can't profess to be educated on what "traditional" Shepherd's Pie is, but growing up...I always had beef, corn and potatoes baked in a casserole dish. This was more of a beef pot pie. I've never had Shepherd's Pie with a crust before, but perhaps that's actually how it's traditionally made? I dunno. I would have liked it more if I had ordered it knowing what I was getting, but what I thought I was ordering was not what I got. If' I'm rating the dish as a Beef Pot Pie...it was really tasty. As a Shepherd's Pie, it missed the mark. Yard House continues to be, in my opinion, a good spot for decent bar food and great beer selection!
(3)Rick B.
Love Yard House. Been there with friends, taken family and our little kids - servers are really into it - the place is always packed and most importantly there is an extensive menu with a million items ranging from burgers to vegetarian chicken wings?! And a huge bar. So everyone from our 4 year old kid to my 80 year old mother left happy. Hard to do. There is a long wait most nights, so plan accordingly.
(5)Manfred S.
Great truffle burger. Good beer. Nice service, but a little bit too noisy to have conversation. The only drawback - I need to drive to get there. However, if I stayed at a hotel within walking distance, I would get shitfaced here.
(4)Brenna O.
So many beers to choose from. That's the only good thing about this place. Loud music, terrible food, terrible service. And the manager Jane just does not seem to care.
(1)Melissa L.
Food's only okay. I like the wings and truffle fries. But chowder, tacos, and shrimp app quality is disappointing. I've been to many locations and the quality of food has diminished. Beer drinkers love it for all the draft and it's a typical bar restaurant. Loud, lots of screens. Service was only okay.
(3)Beth C.
Great spot to catch the game and try some different beers. Extensive draft beer list. I like trying different kinds of beers so that was fun. The menu has a lot of different kinds of options - burgers, asian, pizza, cajun, you name it. I went with family and took a round table for seven. With two small children tagging along, we appreciated that the place was actually a little on the loud side. We felt like we could enjoy the meal without worrying that the kids were being loud and bothering anyone else in the restaurant. I liked that the table for seven was a large round table. I think round tables make it much easier for everyone to talk to each other. I would definitely go back.
(4)Francis R.
Really great service! Nikita was really a warm spot Of the heart', friendly spontaneous service and Great beer and wings
(4)Jennifer G.
I've been a loyal customer of Yardhouse for years now, and the food has never disappointed me! The reason I'm not giving this restaurant five stars is because of the service. It's really hit or miss. I've had multiple occasions where the service has been so terrible that I've needed to talk to their manager. Otherwise though, I love coming here for the food and drinks. Food -- just about everything I've tried has been delicious. I'm a huge fan of their burgers and truffle fries! For appetizers, try the onion ring tower...or more truffle fries. I also really enjoy their lobster mac and cheese as well as their jambalaya pasta. Drinks -- pages and pages of beers, enough for everyone to be happy. If you want to get really happy, go for their yardsticks (Yardhouse, you have to!). If you're not in the mood for a beer, they have a decently sized list of cocktails as well. Great place to come on a weekend night for drinks or to watch whatever sports games are on TV. They have multiple TVs playing multiple games all around the restaurant!
(4)Maria F.
We went there on a Monday afternoon around lunch time. It wasn't packed at all which was great. My boyfriend and I started off with a snack size of truffle fries. The fries had a great flavor to them. They were thin cut and crunchy. The only negative part was as we got to the bottom of the bowl the oil overpowered the fries which caused them to be mushy and too oily to enjoy. My boyfriend ordered the truffle burger with a side of tomato bisque soup. He enjoyed the burger. Again, the truffle flavor was great and was not too overpowering on the burger. The soup tasted a little burnt which made it hard for him to enjoy. I ordered the lunch combo of margarita pizza and clam chowder. The margarita pizza had great flavor and was a good size. The only things I would change would be smaller pieces of garlic and tomato. The pieces were pretty large and the garlic could be a little too much at times. My chowder was delicious, creamy, and was filled with clams. Sometimes when you order clam chowder it can be more cream and potato and not much clams..this was not the case! I'd love to visit again and explore some other menu options.
(4)Morgan T.
I have been here four or five times and everything I have had here has been delicious. The burgers are to die for, the onion ring tower is fantastic, the boneless buffalo chicken appetizer is great and I loved the Strawberry Fields Martini I got. The reasons I didn't give five stars is because it is a little pricey, the environment is insanely loud, you can barely here the person next to you speaking to you and because the menu is a little eclectic for me. I may have simple tastes but many of their menu items have odd additions to them that don't sound very appealing to me. However, they have no issue special ordering things, I have gone there with THE pickiest eater I know and she still manages to find something she likes. Also if you like beer this is a great place for you, over 100 beers on tap! I don't care for beer but they still have an expansive drink menu featuring many different margaritas, martinis and a lot of different wines! Definitely will be eating here again!
(4)Anthony B.
Usually too long of a wait to be seated. Not much space at the bar, very crowded. The food and drinks are good, but not worth the wait if you are very hungry.
(2)Kelly N.
I visited the Yard House on a Sunday night during Memorial Day Weekend. We were able to get a table right away and our waitress was very friendly. I loved the atmosphere of the place and seeing the huge wall of draft beers. I ordered the Pepper Crusted Gorgonzola Burger and my boyfriend ordered the Lamb Burger. Both were cooked to perfection and came with thinly sliced fries - just the way I like them! I know the Yard House is technically a chain restaurant, but boy do I wish I had this chain in South Jersey!
(5)Vincent M.
Solid place right here. Date night here with the wife a few weeks ago. Brutal heat out, super humid so we thought we'd escape here for a little bit. Sat down, ordered drinks and told the waitress we wanted a slow dinner. She was totally cool with it, told us to order when we're ready etc. Ordered some appetizers, she let us do our thing. Delicious chicken nachos, little light on the guac but I get it, avocados are expensive. Little while later, we ordered our mains. Terrific dinner. I've yet to have a bad experience at this place. Wait staff is attentive, patient and gives you space. Have never felt suffocated here. A+
(5)Em B.
The food is okay. The menu has a huge selection but they have all funky addings to the original recipes. The drink menu is great but not worth the $ (it would be if they cut the prices about $1-2). I've been here 5 times and it really depends on who you get as a waiter/waitress. There are 2 AWESOME servers here, Josie and I forget the other guys name. :( But the other times, the servers were not very attentive. I can totally understand and empathize that the place is busy, but not checking to see what we want for a drink until 30 min after we sit, then another 30 min for food, then another hour for the check. I actually had to flag her down to get her attention after all of that time. This place is a miss unless you get one of the 2 good servers here.
(3)Brian H.
Wish I could leave a real review but after landing at Boston Logan, was ooking forward to trying Yard House so drove there from the airport en route to Rhode Island. Was lucky to find a spot at the bar but sat and sat and sat with no acknowledgement from the bartender. After 10mins of waiting and not being greeted or even given a menu, I walked out annoyed into the cold Massachusetts evening. Service clearly leaves a lot to be imagined. Wish I could comment on the food, but never even got that far.
(2)Peter R.
Usually a great visit but it started with me staring at my drink near service bar for 10 minutes. Even when I asked the server she mentioned that servers run drinks... so after four servers skipped my drink I got up and grabbed it myself. Now on 20 minutes and we haven't gotten an appetizer in yet. It's definitely been exciting because she's hot! Finally got our order in, told it was shift change. In the business I understand the pain that tends to be on a Saturday afternoon. Ordered our second round and watched the game unfold again. We did get to order 2 peppercorn filet medium rare both came out incorrectly. My plate was scalding hot and my guests plate was just warm. My steak was well done and her steak was medium. They recooked my steak and it was delicious, the manager did return to check on us. We finished and left... The 3 stars were for this visit... I know they're great for a five star visit
(3)Gene L.
Decent place to grab a meal if you want to watch a game on one of their many TVs. The beer list is extremely comprehensive, which was definitely a plus. The food however, was where i think things were lacking. Although there were lots of options, none of the food my party had particularly stood out, and no one could finish their truffle fries at my table because there was too much truffle oil on it. Also, they forgot to bring out a dish that someone in my party had ordered. To their credit, they did come by and bring us the dish to go as we were leaving. As the night went on, it got extremely noisy and crowded at the restaurant.
(3)Emily R.
I've experienced better at the Yardhouse in Fenway to be exact (step it up Dedham)... I came here the other night, we called ahead and we asked if we could be seated outside, unless something inside was available first.. they said okay...I said thank you .. she said.. "yeah" and hangs up.... Actually NO. We get there and we check in, I asked Kristen (I believe), if we would be able to be seated outside... she responds... "well yeah, thats what it was made for?" and walks away with menus...we followed and sat outside... Unacceptably rude. Service was not great, our server seemed really distracted, messed up little things that weren't a big deal but were annoying. I got a margarita and it came out with sugar..even though I specified salt..and in the same glasses they put water in... not that appealing. We didn't even order another round of drinks because they took SO LONG to come out the first time...and our server was very MIA (until it was time to pay). Food was very good as always, we had chicken lettuce wraps, buffalo wings, and sweet potato fries! mm!
(2)Irina V.
We came in yesterday (March 26) for lunch. I saw Alex serving the bar tables next to the windows and asked to be seated right there! Last time we had Alex was like 8 months ago. I told my husband look there he is! Lets go there! As always Alex is so attentive and so polite. He knows when to check on us and he is good with timing on drinks! Now I know when we come we can ask if he is there and request him! Food was fresh and delicious! But please leave Chimay Triple in the menu :) Thanks!
(5)Leah K.
I really love going to The Yard House (great food, fun atmosphere) but after frequent slow service my past few visits, this weekend was ridiculous. We needed to be somewhere at 9:30, so we thought arriving at 7:00 for dinner would give us enough time. We ended up JUST getting to our destination (7 minutes away) right on time. Here's why. We were quoted a 25-35 minute wait. After 50 minutes, I asked what the status was. The staff told me that they were just preparing a table for us. 15 minutes later (after seeing parties seated who had arrived after us (parties of 2 sitting at a 4 top)) I was mad. I went in and told the hostess that we had been told our table was just about ready, 15 minutes ago. She sort of shrugged her shoulders. I'm not sure what I wanted her to offer us...but not only were we waiting twice as long as expected, but the staff just told us things to keep us quiet. Once we were finally seated, it took about 15 minutes to get our drinks on the table. We hurried through our food (delicious 4 cheese pizza and amazing bbq cheddar burgers) and got the heck out of dodge. I felt bad for hurrying our waitress, but the front end of the house caused a bit of a pile up as far as I'm concerned.
(3)Emily L.
How can go you wrong with a chocolate stout beer float and an order of spicy jambalaya?? I always get these items when I come here. The jambalaya is never off par. Writing this review makes me want to go and get some again! The staff is always really friendly. I asked for bread last time and they were nice enough to grab me some since the restaurant does not do bread to start.
(5)Maryan P.
Great vegetarian and vegan options with their Gardein products. Hummus appetizer and Gardein (nonmeat) deliciouus buffalo wiings. Yum. Oh and their beer selection is great too.
(5)Yelena W.
Great Beer Collection. Free parking. Nice food and good service.
(5)Nancy Y.
We eat here every year that we visit Dedham. The cheddar burger is at the top of my burger list. Juicy and flavorful. You won't be disappointed. The fries are yummy also.
(4)Virginia W.
I have been here a number of times and it's been the same every time. Huge line during dinner- usually about a 45min wait. Haven't been here during lunch hours so I can't comment on that. They have an excellent selection of beer- probably one of the biggest in the state. I'm not a huge beer person so it's nice to have a variety of other ciders to drink and lots of wine. The half yard is about 2.5/3 beers. The food is great! I've had multiple burgers and they've all been consistently good- the fries are almost like shoestring fries. The nachos are a huge portion- it can easily be a full meal so don't fill up too quickly. Truffle fries and sweet potato fries are on point. Calamari is pretty basic. Onion rings are delicious, especially the dipping sauces they come with. The most recent entree I've tried is the Blackened Swordfish Tacos- they were good for the most part and it didn't taste too much like fish; the spicy sticky rice was a bit hard and the baked beans were mediocre. The downside is that it's pretty noisy and very crowded. The service isn't always the greatest. I feel like half the time I have to waive down the waitstaff. It's understandable that they are very busy since it's a busy place but waiting as long as we have to for a check can get rather annoying. Overall it's a good place for a relatively small group but not a good place for something intimate.
(4)Amelia S.
Came here for lunch and it was good. Service was a little lack-luster...we seemed to wait quite a bit for our food (which was fine because we were with friends- but we had a baby) even though the table behind us ordered way later and got there food way earlier. I will be back because it's easy, reasonable, and has tons of room! Might want to consider some lunch specials.
(3)Adrianna R.
I could live off the truffle fries alone. This place is bar food done slightly upscale. It has a great variation in the drinks menu. The majority of the staff is friendly and welcoming. If your into sports you'll be glad to know it doesnt matter where you sit you will be facing a TV with some game on it. It can get loud and is not quite the best place for deep conversation.if you come after 6 especially on the weekend expect to wait for a table
(4)Lilly S.
I'm pretty surprise to see that so many people don't like this place! First of all, that draft list! Amazing! So many great choices and at mostly good prices. A nice, big bar with friendly bartenders, too! The menu is also HUGE! Everything you could be in the mood for. Burgers, tacos, pizza! Also, if you're a vegetarian, you'll love this place - lots of veggie options plus fake meat! There's a whole section of fake meat dishes! I was blown away! I've been here three times now and have always enjoyed the food. It's not mind blowing, not the best food I have ever eaten but it's well priced and doesn't disappoint. The beer is the main lure of this place to me but the food is definitely a few steps up from bar food so if you want to have some good beers, it's a great choice. Service has also always been great - friendly, attentive servers, even when I came here with huge groups the first two times!
(4)Suzanne G.
I don't know, this isn't my type of place. I'd come back to sit at the bar, but not to wait two hours to eat Chilis-style food. Great beer selection, three stars for that.
(3)Kendalyn T.
Starting off by saying that for a chain restaurant anything you order here you will be pleased. I often get the grilled cheese but need to stay from the ridiculously high sodium-laden meal. The service is always fast and nice (except the bar can get kind of crazy). The reason it doesn't get 5 stars is for their unbelievable wait (we usually expect to wait 1 hr every time) and that it is true with an extensive menu and a chain many items are pre-packages with many preservatives.
(4)Josh L.
I've been here a total of four times and have never had a pleasant experience. The food is never consistent. The staff are completely incompetent and something gets screwed up every time. We had a waitress tell us that dishes are not available, even when they're on the menu and we saw other people eating them. We had a runner bring a round of beers and not know which beer was which. We had a waiter bring an entree with the appetizers, then take it back for later and bring the same dish (cold). And then charge us twice! We had a waiter bring a beer to a woman with Celiac who had ordered a gluten-free cider and before realizing it she started to drink it. And once we were cut-off at the bar after about three drinks each.
(1)Le T.
They have half off after 10pm! Went here for the first time with my close friends right after my last final of undergrad! Didn't regret that decision!! Food was delish!! Their drinks are amazing balls!
(4)Angela C.
Really disappointed in my take-out experience. When I unpacked my food at my hotel(right around the corner), my sweet potato fries were missing the bacon maple cream dip. Without that, they were just plan fries. Then, I go for the lobster, crab and artichoke dip, which was only lukewarm. I moved on to the burger, which was missing the fries that were promised with the order. In addition, it was overcooked and dry. Bummed that a place so well- recommended could err in so many ways.
(1)Denise N.
my boyfriend and i had a pretty good lunch here a few sundays ago. first- this restaurant is large. the tables/booths probably seat over 200, and the bar alone seats at least 50. it was a little overwhelming. additionally overwhelming were the amount of draft beers on tap- well over 100. it being a sunday, and the patriots playing, we saddled up to the bar for some front row seats to the action. we arrived a little after noon, and it was easy to get a seat. a mere 20 or so minutes later, the whole place was packed. so, my advice is to come early. the menu is large, and so broad in its offerings, truly anyone will be able to find something appealing. my boyfriend went with their french dip served with shoestring french fries, and a caesar salad to start. his caesar was excellent. the dressing was tangy and savory at the same time- a perfect balance. he orders french dips fairly regularly, and this was by far the best i've ever tasted. the meat was so thinly sliced, so juicy- it was absolutely melt in your mouth good. i know people say that, but i usually don't; i really mean it. his fries were good, though not really anything to write home about. i opted for a banh mi sandwich, an hongos y rajas taco, and a cup of their tomato bisque to start. the tomato bisque was delicious, and served with some fresh cut basil, which i thought was a nice attention to detail. my hongos y raja taco sounded like a thing of beauty on the menu- very descriptive, unusual ingredients, etc. in real life, it was a taco that tasted exactly like average, every day mushrooms and peppers. i wasn't even sure if the advertised cheese was actually present. it made me question the almost $6 price tag, big time. it was of a good size, but nothing like what the menu made it seem it would be. i was disappointed. my banh mi was also just eh. i opted for the short rib option. it was obviously marinated because the flavor was divine, but the meat itself was tough as all heck. there was no taking a bite of a slice of the meat- if you bit in, the whole slice was going with you. the pickled carrots and papaya relish weren't pickled enough, and the construction of the sandwich was poorly executed. do not order this on a first, second, or even third date. you will look ridiculous. additionally, the broccolini slaw with which it is served is largely a repeat of the garnish for the sandwich, and was extremely under-dressed and therefore flavorless. i had to request a side of spicy peanut dressing in order to eat it. service was pleasant, though somewhat inattentive, simply due to the size of the space, and how many patrons were present. i actually had to ask a manager for the side of peanut sauce which, as a former restaurant person, was a little embarrassing, and made me feel like an annoying guest. i think that this restaurant has a lot to offer, and perhaps maybe i did not experience their strong suits during our particular visit. i would recommend going at least once. i will probably be back eventually, but i'm not in a rush.
(3)Cara L.
Love the vegetarian and beer options. They have messed up our order a few times, but are always great about correcting it
(4)John S.
When I walked through the door I almost crapped, Because in my life I've never seen so many taps. Food was OK; No reason to cheer, You should mainly just come for the long list of beers. I pulled open the big wooden doors with yard glasses for door handles and was greeted by a humongous wrap-around bar with 100 beer taps. The beer menu was well-organized into beer-style categories and it was very easy to find something to drink. I was feeling something hoppy, but they also had options for malty, light, and all else in between. Beer came out to a price between 6 and 7 bucks, which wasn't wonderful but OK for a chain restaurant. Bartender was a very nice guy who knew his brews. One of the deals Yard House offers is half-priced pizzas, sliders, and appetizers from 3 to 6pm weekends and Sunday through Thursday 10pm to close. My group came on a Saturday afternoon, so this deal was off-limits to us. Started out with the barbecue chicken nachos, which were loaded with toppings and very tasty. There wasn't one crumb left on the plate after about 10 minutes. I ordered the Pepper Jack burger for my entree, which was disappointing. No spiciness at all; no flavor at all really. There just wasn't much to it aside from a slice of cheese and a couple soggy peppers. The heaping side of fries, however, came with some crispy, thin delights. Very good. Overall, if you take away the novelty of the beer selection you have another regular chain restaurant. Come here for the beer.
(3)Nicole P.
I am blown away that this place doesn't have 5 stars across the board. This is by far the best restaurant that I have ever been to. The server, first if all, Alexander, was awesome. Super nice and attentive to us. He even let me sample a cider regardless f how busy it was. The food.... Was amazing. They have Gardin products for vegetarians!!!!! So many options! I got chicken fingers and fries which was unreal. Considering I always have to he a salad out, this may be the best meal at a regular restaurant (non vegan) that I've had in years. Their menu is huge with so many vegetarian meals and beers and ciders! Great for gluten free folk too! My boyfriend had a regular burger because he's a carnivore and even he said it was a 5 star burger! (He also said if he was hungry enough, he probably wouldn't have know the chicken I got was meatless!) Thank you, Yardhouse, for such a terrific meal and experience. We will be back, again and again and again.
(5)Wilson L.
Normally at any restaurant where I find hair in my food - one star. But the manner in which our server and the managers proceeded with the situation is what made me give Yardhouse a 3. Our server apologized and the manager (who had just started) came over and apologized. They took care of our bill (which was small) and offered me a substitution but at that point my appetite was done. I appreciate the effort they put in to still try to make it a enjoyable experience.
(3)Food L.
Love this Place the atmosphere the food the service home run for me. And the spinach dip is the best around
(5)Nikkie C.
Searched for a bread bowl of clam chowder. Waited 2 hours to find out this is a chain and NO bread bowl. So disappointed.
(2)Jeremy K.
Not sure what their deal is lately but the last two trips there have been less than impressive. We recently made a reservation for 12 of us and they completely screwed up just about everything. It took nearly an hour just to get our beverages and appetizers and another 90 minutes us to wrap up our meal. We also had people in our party that were visiting from Europe and it took 3 staff members to check the passports for authenticity. It caused problems and pains and no one ever really apologized for it. When the food finally arrived, some of it was screwed up. They served the wrong dishes to the wrong people and had to re-fire a couple of things. Nothing was comped once again and no apologized for made. I used to love this place but lately it's gone seriously downhill. The staff just doesn't seem to have it together and it has made for some pretty painful experiences as of late. I really hope that they work on improving things, or I'll have to find another watering hole nearby to satisfy my thirst for craft beer. And as of our waitress for the day, Shannon, she was borderline rude and quite inattentive. Definitely the worst one I've had there. All in all, not a very good day for Yard House, which is surprising as they're usually able to handle heavy volume with ease. Not sure what happened there but I've been there many times and this was by far the worst I've seen from them...
(2)Just M.
First visit went well. Bartenders were attentive and ready to serve. Great customer service and the food looked wonderful.
(4)Beatriz G.
The food was great. We were a party of 5. Everyone enjoyed there food. I appreciate the variety of vegetarian food. I ordered the Gardein Mac & cheese. It was very good portion and very tasty.
(5)Hannah K.
I tried Yard House for the first time a few weeks ago for a friend's birthday. I have Celiac disease, and asked if they had a gluten free menu as soon as I walked in. The manager assured me that they did and that I would be well taken care of. I ordered off the menu and told the waitress that I had celiac, and she told me they would be careful to avoid cross contamination. I ordered the carnitas street tacos with brown rice and beans. About two minutes after I ordered, another woman came over and told me I actually could not order the carnitas tacos because they had gluten in them. What!? Why is it on the menu then!? She informed me that it is a gluten sensitive menu and not a gluten free menu (what the point of that is, I'm not entirely sure). She told me that the blackened swordfish tacos are 100% gluten free and they will be fine for a celiac to eat. I agreed to order that because she seemed so confident. The food was not great, but it was okay and I nibbled at it for a little while. About 10 minutes after I left the restaurant, I started to feel sick and was sick for a full day -- sicker than I can remember being from gluten in a LONG time. Awful! I called the restaurant to inform them that the tacos are NOT gluten free. I would have preferred that they told me they could not serve me than tell me they were positive my food was safe for a celiac and then be ill all night. If you're gluten free, do NOT waste your time here -- Wicked next door has a GREAT menu and I have never gotten sick there. Yard House did not even offer a refund.
(1)Stephanie B.
Usually busy, for a good reason! Great food, of course a great brew selection. The staff do a good job checking on tables even at the height of dinner rush hour.
(5)Tuli S.
I love this place! I've been here a few times over the last few years and there are a few dishes that I always order. First off, the Yard house is in an excellent location. Legacy place is always full of people and has a lot of other great restaurants/stores. My 1st stop is usually the Legal C bar for a drink or two before dinner. The first time I came here I had an AMAZING waiter. I always think of him every time I come back. Unfortunately he's gone, but I've always had good/great service. I've always ordered the same food here, it's been hard to try new things because I love my regular order so much. For an app--the cobb salad is presented beautifully, and the avocado is plentiful and fresh. Then for the entree, the St. Louis ribs are amazing. The meat is soft and falls right off the bones, so ridiculously delicious. The sides are also amazing. I had never eaten creamed corn (never sounded appetizing) until I came here, and it's so tasty, I wish I could eat it all the time. The ribs also come with beans, and I like all beans, so that's great too. Finally, the mini chocolate souffle..words cannot describe how perfect this tiny little dessert tastes. It takes about 20 minutes for the souffle to cook, and it's worth it. It comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a (mint?) leaf. Amazing.
(4)Jeff K.
I received, what I thought was an honest reach out to me, an email asking to write the manager to address me concerns. When I did that I was asked for a receipt or for a date and time I was in the restaurant. I felt, and still do, that they were trying harder to prove my Yelp review was real rather than address my concerns. When I told them that and asked that they take their requests and shove them... to an undisclosed location, they denied it but said that wanted to send me a gift certificate to come back on them. Upon further research I have noticed with a review that was mediocre, like mine, they contact the reviewer and offer a freebie to come back and then those reviewers RE REVIEW with better results. Homie don't play that way. My review was real. I go to a place and go back to a place for the experience, not for a freebie to make my reviews stronger in favor. My reviews are real, not bought and I would never write a bogus review.
(3)Claudio D.
Very underwhelming... Not up to par with its Boston counterpart. Diminished menu, substandard service and not priced for Dedham. Go into boston or try something else nearby, they've lost my business
(3)Emily B.
Very fun place with extensive beers on tap. The beers and food are a little pricey and that's the main reason for the 4 stars. If you get a chance, sit at the bar at night, dennis and adam are great bartenders!!! The ahi poke stack is a goid spin on sushi which I highly recommend and I love the house hobey blonde.
(4)ten m.
I'll give it a solid 3.5 stars for good food and the extra .5 point goes to their desire to better my experience after the last review. Service is still slow, but food is fairly reliable and the restaurant provides a younger more interesting ambiance than similar restaurants.
(4)K W.
Yes!!! Great menu... A la carte tacos are great as is garlic noodles for an app. Gets busy so get there before 6pm.
(4)Sharon O.
My companion: "Oh... the wait is 1.75 hours. Maybe not." Disappointment! But, when we finally made it in at an off-time (there are no reservations taken), we still had to wait 20 minutes. After we were seated, it was like the world outside didn't exist (well, when we weren't looking at the TVs with the game on). I really, really enjoyed our experience at Yard House. The menu is HUGE, but our waitress took expert care of us; she made great suggestions (miami ice cocktail is completely worth it!) and was really, one of the few waitresses I've ever thought really deserved a very good tip. Besides of course, that she had a lot going on besides just our table! I was pretty curious about was street tacos with korean pork or beef, but decided on playing it safe with a favorite sandwich and fries for my first try. I was also pretty impressed with their gluten-free and vegetarian (gardein) menu choices that I imagine make it easy for groups of friends or families to enjoy a fun night out enjoying together. While I did feel a little dehydrated after our visit, I would love to go back again... obviously since I've already picked out some grub to try next time. Wish they took reservations though!
(4)Rich L.
Yard house never disappoints. Really good fries and solid burgers. The selection of beers are unsurpassed. I would give 5 stars but the wait is extremely long especially during dinner and weekends. I would suggest checking this place out for lunch during the week.
(4)Kelly F.
Update to previous review. Meal was served hot and delicious. Service is excellent as always. Chris our server was especially nice. We haven't been back for happy hour yet to see if that food is also served hot now, but looking forward to it. One star off because this was 3rd time they were out of beer that my bf wanted. I understand they can't have every beer all the time, but it was advertised on digital blackboard so he thought that should at least be updated to reflect available beers. But overall great place, which is exactly why it's always packed
(4)Robert N.
This is a go to place for me and my fiends as well as my wife for a casual dinner out. Great beer selection and atmosphere. Always had good service. I can recommend everything I've tried on the menu. This includes the chicken nachos, assorted street tacos, seared tuna, turkey club and artichoke dip (which is actually artichoke you dip in sauce, rather than dip made of artichoke), but the standouts for me are the firecracker wings and the Cuban sandwich. It is almost always loud and crowded, but I personally like that. If we're coming at night, we stalk the bar and something had always opened up, but it can be a long wait for tables.
(4)Susan L.
When you're told 25 to 30 minute wait you're ok with that especially when you get a couple seats at the bar after 30 minutes But that turns into an hour and 20 minutes and you've checked with the hostess 3 times to see where you're at on the list. We could have eaten twice at the bar. Hostesses were rude. Miranda took care of us. Was very apologetic and sent over Colleen, the waitress. The Manager came by and offered to buy us our drinks and app. We declined although they did pick up the app. Food came out somewhat fast and was good, not great. Hopefully we were the exception for this establishment.
(3)R K.
Prior visit at the Yonkers NY Ridge Hill location resulted in an average easily forgotten experience. I did however enter here with a open mind hoping for the best. So much for optimism... Place is dark - very dark. Service appears to be in the dark as well. Initial drink orders came out promptly however three (3) requests had to be made before additional water was received. For appetizers we shared the nachos which took awhile. Once received they were enjoyed but never finished. Why? Here came our mains planted before us before we were ready. Gone were the nachos... Inexcusable... The Ahi Tuna Sandwich was dry and unacceptable. As was the accompanying salad with - unbelievably - soy sauce as dressing. Needless to say the dish couldn't be finished. The Ahi crunchy salad was boring in flavor - barely acceptable. All other orders were average - nothing more. I find the concept of hundred plus beers anywhere unnecessary. However if that's your thing - drink and be merry...and eat elsewhere. Besides - The place needs to "lighten up"...
(1)J B.
This is the worst bar/service experience you can imagine. The bartenders are robots. They don't care about the costumer and proceed to go through the motions of their job. Not welcoming at all. They seemed annoyed at the fact that they are working. A smile and hello goes a long way. The food is nothing to write home about. Often cold and plain simple edible. They are lucky they are the only bar that large in the area. The beer selection and free parking is all they have going for them.
(1)Clara R.
I can't really recomend this place to anyone due and only due to the service wich sucked. I'm sorry Yard house your burgers where too dry and your food was overated and overpriced . Won't be going back.
(1)Mark B.
Went here with friends a few weeks ago. A busy place, which is usually a good sign. We were seated after a little wait and I was handed a menu. I was floored at the selection of beers. I love a good beer, that night, I discovered some great beers. The server was knowledgeable and great. The wait time was average from time of order to receiving drinks for such a busy place. I am not a member of the generation that "needs it right now or I'll have a fit" so I sat and talked and enjoyed the atmosphere. I am going back as soon as I can just for the french fries, best I've ever had in my life. I highly recommend a reservation if you are particular about your seating. The menu is large enough for several new food experiences..
(4)Neal D.
Really love this place. Happy hour 3-6 is awesome and I have never had bad food. They have so much on their menu, it's sort of a Cheesecake Factory for beer lovers...
(5)G P.
This menu is almost perfect in regards to balance. It has awesome healthy options, great american classics (burgers, wings, ribs), some good sandwich choices (roast beef french dip is my fav) and some Asian-inspired dishes which are pretty good too. This place and BBC in Norwood have the best beer selection in the area.
(5)Ama N.
I seriously hate this place....not because of the food or drinks but because of its rodeo feel. Theres always seemingly millions of people whose fav weekend activity is probably tailgating lol....a bunch of bro's and guys wearing patriot jerseys. Its just too much.
(1)Caleb M.
Great food, you can't go wrong here. Pepper crusted Gorgonzola burger is really good.
(5)Jackie M.
Always great food and drinks. It's loud, wait time can be long, service is typically a bit slow but staff is really friendly and professional.
(5)Caren B.
I love the Yard House. Their food and drinks are always so good. I am now a vegetarian and have been for a year and love that they offer plenty of choices for me. And when I was not everything that I did eat was always delicious. The staff is always friendly too and the service is always great. This is my go to spot all of the time.
(5)C M.
Holy sh*t this place has so many options for beer... if you're anything like myself, you have no choice but to leave here slurring your words and high fiving strangers. The food is decent, stick to apps and beer. The IPA & Belgium samplers give you a good idea of what your looking for if you have never heard of the choices! And parking blows.
(4)Margaret P.
So after I wrote this review, Mark (^above) reached out to me and suggested I send them an email to see if we could resolve this. I sent an email, twice actually, about a week ago, and still haven't heard a single thing back. A lack of customer service both inside the establishment, and outside.
(1)Tina W.
Beer selection awesome but a few food dishes not so great. Fried calamari dry, bland and small portion for the price. Chicken tenders dry, no flavor and batter looks like it was fried in oil that needs to be changed because it was a dark brown color and it wasn't seasoning. Truffle fries were delicious but was cold so asked for a fresh one and waitress was nice about it. It was 9 of us and was asked to be carded 3 times due to move from bar to seats which was reasonable but the waiter changed at our table so the new one asked again. Annoyed that we had to wait for managers (yes 3 separate times!) to come to verify a passport and drinks came at different times (a few drinks every 15 mins). Nothing against the waiters. They were just doing their job. They said they are strict with the ID checks because 70% of their sales are alcohol but a better process needs to be implemented for example during a wait staff turnover. I wouldn't recommend this place for large groups or for food. Maybe for beers you can't get as draft elsewhere during slow hours to get a seat at the bar.
(2)Melissa F.
This is the second YH location I've been to and I like it. Yes it is smaller than the massive one in Fenway but it's still a decent size. Same yummy food and large beer menu. I was craving a Shock Top this past Sunday and was glad they had it on tap :) Their Mac n cheese is awesome and one of my favorites. We split the chicken nachos to start and those were really good too.
(4)Donna K.
Cooke's Seafood in Hyannis is the best - not just food but service. For a wedding rehearsal dinner our son wanted take-out fried seafood. Denise was so helpful - and everything was ready on time, stayed hot, delicious, and a huge success.
(5)Chris B.
Second time here and the second time the food has been later than quoted and poorer quality than should be possible - don't come here for takeout unless you want a cold burger because "the fries weren't done"
(1)Michael R.
I enjoyed my meal here. Service was good, actually very helpful and friendly. Tried a bunch of things from the happy hour menu. The vampire taco on a flour tortilla was delicious. Good Cesar salad. And although it wasn't prepared in the traditional way and tasted a little different, I liked the jambalaya too. Portions aren't large, but the advantage of this is, you can try lots of different dishes. I will go back.
(4)Anna T.
Went here for a few drinks at the bar with friends. My ginger and crown had a bug in it. The bartender apologized but the remade the drink even weaker. Didn't address it or tell the manager nor did I get my drink comped. Lack of customer service will mean I am NOT going back to this YH.
(1)Dianne M.
We ate here last Sunday and the service was excellent. Stacy was our waitress and she couldn't have been more attentive. She was very knowledgeable about beer and made a perfect recommendation for me. I got the tomato bisque and my boyfriend got the clam chowder, to start with. We then shared a hummus plate before ordering our dinner. For dinner I got the pineapple and ham pizza. My boyfriend got the pastrami sandwich. I thought the tomato bisque was excellent. The hummus plate was good. It came with some grilled pita bread and was topped with olives as well as edamame. The only thing I would have changed would be to add some fresh veggies to the plate, like cherry tomatoes or celery. I really liked the pizza, it looked like it might have been wood grilled. I had a bite of the pastrami sandwich and thought that was good as well. I only wish it was served on better bread, maybe some toasted rye or something. Overall the food was delicious, and my picky-ness just stems from being a cook myself.
(4)Dan C.
Good beer selection. Food is fine.
(3)Jou-jou S.
I enjoy the atmosphere and the huge menu. Staff is always friendly. Sunday through Thursday half price appetizers after 10 pm (earlier in the afternoon too). Portions are huge and perfect for a group.
(5)Victor A.
Really good food, the service was great and it's really clean plus the beer selection was fantastic.
(5)Tony W.
You want a beer selection, you come here. Great place, have never had a bad meal or a stanky drink. The food menu could be a little more diverse, but other than that the food itself is great. Love the nachos! Service is usually pretty good as well. And it's always pretty busy.
(4)Austin S.
This is my go-to restaurant for whenever I visit Legacy Place or Dedham in general. I've been here about a dozen times or more. Want proof that its a good place to eat? It's almost always packed to capacity, so be prepared for a small wait (average wait time is about 20 minutes). I'd recommend going on a weekday or during the colder months. I usually order the Onion Ring Tower and the BBQ Chicken or 4 Cheese Pizzas. The onion ring tower has stayed consistently delicious every time I go. And the two sauces that come with it are perfect fits; whoever makes it knows what they are doing. The BBQ Chicken pizza is a different story, however. Over all the times that I have ordered it, it has fluctuated all over the place, from horrible to above average. I'm not sure if it's because they've gone through several chefs, but the last couple times the pizza was alright. The 4 cheese pizza is consistently alright. I always recommend this restaurant to everyone, and after you eat here, you will too. 5 stars.
(5)Mike V.
Food is always good here when I go, the beer is cold, servers are attentive, no complaints. If people complain it's a little slow it's because this place is always really busy, but the servers are hustling.
(4)Anthony E.
I would give this place 5 stars, but the third time I went my friend had to remind the waitress for a few things... I just thought it was all on my friend... but I digress! Big portions, good food, great menu!
(4)Maggy E.
Ignore these silly people. For those that really matter, ATTN BEER DRINKERS: 100 unique taps, yes there are a few silly ones like Bud Lite and blahblahblah, everything you've already tried and don't like. But there are at least 50 that are decent flagship craft brews and of that 50, I'd wager at least 15 rotating taps of things you haven't tried. I recommend the flights, they are pre-selected, but offer you their more unique beers that may not be on tap again. The place is HUGE, plenty of seating. If you sit at the bar, staff is knowledgeable about tap selections. It is a little swanky, so expect the prices to be a little higher. Three beers, one flight and one basket of truffle frites = $35. Not bad for two. Only complaint: They have a weird company policy that doesn't allow more than one drink per person at a time, so people don't get smashed apparently, they say. So I had to finish my beer float (dessert, had to try it, big surprise, not that fab) before ordering the flight, to be split between the BF and I.
(5)Jackie K.
Decent beer selection--if you actually know and like beer, there will not be a lot that you haven't tried. Food is weak--even for chain-bar food. Have been several times and I am over it. Will not be back except by force or only for a beer. I like the other places in this plaza more. Also, the dinner wait is ridiculous.
(3)Stessa F.
I try to eat at a restaurant (or location) at least twice before I make a decision in terms of an experience at a restaurant. I have eaten at another Yardhouse in Massachusetts as well as many locations in NY. Generally the service is okay, but the food is usually delicious. However, this was not my experience at the Dedham Yardhouse location. I will briefly describe my first visit (as it was long ago and cannot recall specifics but overall feeling) and will go into further depth describing my second. The first visit was late at night; no line and a virtually empty floor. Yet, we were seated in the back far away from civilization. So far in fact that our waiter forgot about us. We ordered many appetizers and a gardein pizza. The food wasn't up to par but edible. I didn't enjoy my experience. The next visit was a Saturday evening. We decided to go to the Dedham location (instead of the Fenway location to avoid traffic and parking) and am not so happy that I did. Service: Seth was our server. I try to be friendly and pleasant as I know I am not the easiest to please (so says my boyfriend- I just think I'm like Chris from Parks and Rec! I know what I want!), however he seemed to be nice one moment and annoyed the next. I know it's a Saturday evening but to be blown off later when asking a question about food didn't particularly feel great. Food: I was extremely disappointed. The gardein bernaise sliders were mostly bun. Each slider had less than a quarter of it covered in "meat." The gardein buffalo wings were dry. The point of the buffalo option is for them to be saucy; so I asked for extra sauce as they were REALLY dry (which was an apparent annoyance). My boyfriend ordered the jambalaya with jasmine rice which was mostly rice. It 3/4 rice with a 1/4 being meat and a little sauce- not a creamy stew that the name promises. I ordered the Thai gardein chicken noodle salad. This is my favorite item on the menu and for the first time, I was very disappointed. It tasted of nothing; really. It was served with angel hair pasta, instead of egg noodles which it is supposed to come with, and even with the more sauce that was brought, was gross. I asked Seth about the noodles and at first he claimed the noodles were cabbage. Once I showed him these sad, limp noodles weren't cabbage, he promised to find out what was going on in the kitchen. ...he didn't. Overall, I was so unimpressed with this Yardhouse. I'd much rather pay for parking and deal with traffic to enjoy my date night than pay to be disappointed with the food. Even though our waiter wasn't the greatest I've ever had, his service is the only reason I gave this location more than a star.
(2)Katie C.
My friend and I came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. First off, the place was packed but we had no trouble getting a table and getting served. First off, the beer list is quite impressive and the "yard" in "Yard House" does in fact mean there are yards to be consumed. So if you're in to quantity (maybe over quality?) drinking, this is a viable option for you. But at any rate, we had a great server named Ryan that was super fast and super polite. My friend and I each had one of the Harpoon raspberry beers. I don't like raspberries, but it was a little sweet and perfect on a hot day. The portion sizes are ridiculous, and the prices are relatively reasonable for the quantity of food you receive. We started off with the spinach-artichoke dip that was served with fresh baked pitas. In hindsight, we should have just split two appetizers, but we were starving. My friend had a burger and I had a chicken sandwich. There was certainly more bread than chicken served with a pile of fries. But the food was good and it hit the spot. This is certainly the place to go for good pub food and great service. Can't wait to go back!
(4)Bill L.
I LOVE THE YARD HOUSE!!!! This place is the place to come to at 10 pm on a weeknight....they have an incredible late night menu and half price apps.. The creativity of the menu is really astonishing...they have a great selection of tons of different foods. Beer list is obviously incredible! But whats more incredible is the staffs knowledge of the menu and beer. They are trained properly! I would recommend this place 100x over Legal C Bar, that place sucks. Try the beer sampler and the poke bowl!
(5)elaine t.
Got a gift card today as promised thank you yardhouse I will be reviewing you again after I try it out again thank you so much
(3)Cecilia P.
Visiting from Dallas and this place blew my mind. Dozens of beers, tons of awesome foods, and this place stays busy! Def coming back when I visit Boston again!
(5)Angela M.
Stopped by the Yard House the other night for drinks and dessert, upon arrival we were greeted and brought to a table. Our server Jessica was polite at first but as soon as she realized we weren't planning on eating dinner and racking up a big tab her attitude completely changed. She brought us our beer that we ordered and put in our order for dessert and wasn't too be seen again. We were never offered water or a refill of our beer. My first thought was that maybe she was too busy to check in on us but it was a Monday night and the restaurant wasn't that busy. Coming from the service industry, and understanding her disappointment that we would just be eating dessert I was planning on tipping her well above the normal 20% of our total bill.... In the end I probably won't be coming back to the Yard House , although it was one of my favorite restaurants before this experience...there are many other restaurants at Legacy Place were I could find better service and servers without attitudes.
(1)rose s.
Other than our bartender/waiter {ADAM} it was good. His personality sux'd . We waited on our waiter all night
(3)Ian S.
RACIST. I went to the bathroom and when I walked back to the table the manager told me I was drinking too much. Mind you, I was walking and speaking just fine. They said they were basing it off that I ordered a DOUBLE gin and tonic. SORRY, THAT IT WAS MY BIRTHDAY. I also asked them to make me a four horseman shot and they said that shot was AGAINST THE LAW. A friend I was with told me that the same thing HAPPENED to his Indian friend when they went there. Guess massachusetts isn't as liberal as we all thought.
(1)Alex G.
I ate lunch here today with some of my friends. It was delicious! The amount of beers they have is incredible, something for everyone! The queso dip was unbelievable, it was the perfect blend of spicy peppers and creamy cheese. It was a good size for the 3 of us to share. For a meal, I got a small BBQ chicken salad, which was HUGE. I took half of it home and I am going to eat it tomorrow. The prices are not bad either. Our waitress Nicole was very attentive and made sure we were happy with what we were eating. Next time I will save room for dessert, because that looked good as well. The restaurant is big, so bring your friends and family!
(5)Steve W.
Went on a Saturday around 4pm. Place was still 3/4 full, alwasy seems busy. Today we got the tacos - fish and korean beef. Fish Tacos was definitely better...the Korean beef tacos were meh. Wouldn't order that again. We also ordered the crab cakes which were 2 small crabcakes w/ some wasabi in it. Ddin't know it came w/ wasabi, altho not overpowering. The sauce w/ the crabcakes was very good. Good service, attentive. Didn't like the table we were given, same table (our 2nd visit) near the kitchen. We asked for a different table when our waiter came by. no problem. Place has plenty of TVs for sports watching. Some dishes the portions are pretty small. They do have happy hour - half priced apps during the week from 3 - 6 pm. Update - went back recently w/ party of 4 this past Sunday. Service was good and we weren't seated near the kitchen this time. The restaurant is not crowded on sunday noon time which is great. We all got the lunch specials for $10 for half sandwich w/ soup or salad. The french onion soup was avg. My pastrami sandwich was good. And I did appreciate their customers relations contacting me regarding my initial review.
(4)Thomas R.
Nice place to hang out with friends. I have been here many times and always have positive experience. There's plenty of seats inside. In the summer time there's limited seating outside. They have lots of beer on tap to try. I'm not much of a beer drinker but I always try something new when I'm there.
(4)Andrea Z.
Don't bother with the ahi poke salad. no bueno. I'm glad they have woodchuck beers.
(2)Lynda G.
All around amazing experience. They lost a star for saying the wait was going to be much shorter than it actually was. Also, we each got a beer sampler and the bartenders put the beers in backwards so while we were drinking each sample and reading the descriptions, it wasn't matching up. The server helped us fix it, but it happened with all of our samplers which means the bartenders kept making it wrong. That's a pretty big deal if you're sampling beer. It was a Thursday night and absolutely packed, we could barely get a drink at the bar. Once we got seated our server was attentive and helpful. We sat for a while and never felt rushed. Food was delicious. I had a pineapple pizza and the sauce was so garlicky I loved every second of if. I wish I had a Yard House closer to me so I could go more often.
(4)Mia B.
I have been to this particular Yard House a few times and it never disappoints. One of the more consistent chain restaurants. There is also an outdoor deck with a firepit that is used in the nicer weather. Great apps and sliders. They also have great burgers! And the caramel salt pudding dessert is INCREDIBLE!! Tip: From 4-6pm they offer a menu of 1/2 price apps and other discounted items. Good for happy hour or after work gathering.
(4)Erin M.
Great place to meet after work. We got there around 4 (yup we left work early) and the place wasn't crowded. They had happy hour specials which were good, the cheese pizza was the best, the sliders were just OK (they don't ask how you want it cooked) and the onion rings were good too. The beer menu is overwhelming! I couldn't decide so I settled on the Rose Garden which was great but it was $9 for a pint. When we left at 8 the place was packed. Not the best in Legacy Place but OK.
(3)Ed B.
Stumped about the bad reviews here. We had excellent service from Colleen. We ordered 5 or 6 different things from the menu and they were all good. The beer selection? Spectacular!! 5 stars all the way. I got a perfect beer recommendation from our waitress too. We will be back for sure.
(4)Ted G.
We had a person at our table with several food allergies, and they took extra care to suggest things that could be eaten safely. Food was great, especially the spinach dip with crispy bread. John was an excellent waiter and even suggested a drink that he made up that was amazing. It's our new go to place.
(5)Joy E.
Coming here after having given wine up for Lent was an EXCELLENT idea... After hearing about this place several times I was dying to try and was so glad I did! Easy to get to right off of 128 and with plenty of parking - we came here around 5 on a snowy blustery Saturday and our timing was perfect. We snagged 2 seats at the bar and shortly after we arrived - the bar was packed and there was a wait out the door for tables. Then we were handed the menu... Not the food menu (I'll get to that..), the beer menu. {--Cue harps and nymphs--} Wow. The draft beer menu is broken down into types of beer making it easier to decide which to try. There is also a sampler of 6 brews (pre-selected) in case your mind is too blown to choose yourself. Every domestic and imported beer you could ever want - even a chocolate stout (to die..). We just ordered a few of the small plates, which was a great way to go. The parmesan truffle fries are as good as you've read (thin, cripsy deliciousness that makes you thirsty for more beer), the shrimp ceviche was tasty and fresh, the the Baja fish tacos were really great - the fried crispy fish was fresh, not overly breaded and soooo tasy! The entrees looked really tasty and so many options for veggies/vegans and gluten free diners. Bartenders were really friendly, never left our glasses empty in spite of having to deal with quite a few knuckleheads.. I will be back and bring friends - great place for good grub and brew!!
(4)Jenn W.
I've been to a few locations, but always alone on work trips. Location was busy - but they were organized and wait went fast. We had the lobster/crab dip - liked that it came with chips and pita. Husband had ribs, I had pork belly tacos - liked the rice a lot. Dessert was nice with small portion options - husband raved about cheesecake . Next time he is getting brownie Sundae - takes 15 min., he said he wished they had mentioned that when he ordered dinner. We will be Back!
(4)Daniel C.
Don't come here for a drink. We were cut off after an hour if drinking
(1)Charmie S.
I can only comment on the bar service. Strolled in here on a Saturday night after a movie. Excellent decision. My friend and I ordered two Woodchuck Hard Ciders and it came to $13. Good deal. The bartender, Dan, was very nice and very attentive. Had those ciders there in minutes. The vibe here is happening .. big crowd. Can't wait to return to try the food!
(4)Grace R.
Awesome beer selection, great service, tasty food - what's a better combo? My husband is a fan of their beers and doesn't seem to be able to nail down a choice but only finding himself wanting to try them all! They have hundreds of selection with many seasonal options. Hubby was definitely in heaven. Food, oh food I love thee. I kid you not, but they have the BEST rib eye ever. Go all out and get the Jumbo shrimp and Rib Eye. It does not disappoint! The meat was so tender, cooked to perfection and had garlic butter drizzled on top. The jumbo shrimps were really jumbo shrimps! They were grilled just right and pair gloriously with the steak. We were also very surprised with their appetizer. They were done right! We ordered their ceviche and they knocked it out the park. The amount of shrimp was generous and the avocado added such a good bite. They also came with a spicy sauce with it and it tasted like a marriage of Sriracha and Mayo. Trust me, it added such a good kick to every bite of the ceviche. Service - Even though hubby and I were not in a rush, our ceviche took forever to come out (20 minutes at least and we were on the 2nd round of beer). The hostess was very understanding about it and when they brought out the food, they apologized immediately and said the app was on the house. I very much appreciated the nice gesture. We definitely tipped them well. The only minor complaint I have is the restaurants are so loud. I felt I had to scream over the table to talk but hey, you are in a bar, with TVs, happy crowds, kids/family friendly environment, so I just need to set my expectation right.
(4)Dana S.
I've been here a few times and while I haven't had a bad experience, it's never been anything overwhelming. I do appreciate the service and the fact that they let you sample the hundreds of beers they have on tap. When they didn't carry Abita, though (even though it was on the take out menu), they didn't have any close suggestions for me, and it sort of felt unapologetic that they had nothing similar. the food here is definitely tasty but the portions are weird. My taco plate came with two tiny soft tacos and a huge mound of rice. i could have done without all the rice and definitely with one more taco! prices are sort of high but at least the food is quality. for dessert we ordered the s'mores brownie- it was chocolatey, marshmellowy goodness. not a bad place for dinner with friends if you're at LP, but expect to wait a while if you get there any time after 6.
(3)Len G.
Yard House is known for the variety of beer, and of course the yard they serve them in. What they should also be known is for their great food. We've been there several times now and each time I order something different and it's great. One of my favorite dishes is their roast beef sandwich with au jus. they give you plenty of au jus for dipping and the sandwich has a rich beefy flavor. It's making me hungry thinking about it. Prices are reasonable, tables are comfortable, the place is packed and rightfully so. The only thing is that it gets loud with so many people, but you're in a bar/restaurant.. it's suppose to be that way.
(5)Yvette S.
Great Food my favs include: Chicken Avocado Sandwich, Coconut Shrimp, Chicken Tortilla Soup, chocolate soufflé, Sliders we go for the atmosphere always loud music and full bar ( DONT FORGET YOU I.D no matter how many time you have been no ID no drinks for you) by the way the drinks are really good. 1/2 PRICE APPETIZERS MOST DAYS AFTER 10PM EXCEPT FRI AND SAT can u tell i come here ever week....lmao
(5)Nicole R.
I wish I would've known about this place awhile ago, the food and the service was EXCELLENT! ATMOSPHERE: My boyfriend and I went Sat. afternoon, it seemed pretty crowed, but to our surprise we were sat immediately. They have an outdoor patio, but we opted to sit inside. The atmosphere is laid back and casual. Our eating area and surrounding area was very clean. The restaurant is filled with plenty of big screen televisions, making it the perfect place to watch the games, not to mention, the enormous beer selection. SERVICE As soon as we hit the entrance door, we were greeted by the hostess. Within 5 minutes of being seated, John, our waiter, came over. He asked if we had ever been to the Yard House, we told him no and asked what he would recommend, which he replied "honestly, everything anything on menu is good." In my mind, I'm thinking, I'll be the judge of that. John was a great waiter and took care of us, by checking in periodically to make sure we didn't need anything and if we were alright. FOOD One word: SUPERB! For an appetizer we had the coconut shrimp, which were out of this world!! They weren't your ordinary little shrimp, there were 3 JUMBO shrimp, coated and fried to perfection. My boyfriend had the spicy chicken sandwich (which the waiter said was good) with sweet potato fries. I didn't try his sandwich, but the way he was raving about it, I'm guessing it was good. The sweet potato fries were good-crispy and NOT greasy. I wish I had been more adventurous with the meal I had chosen, but I settled on a cheeseburger-well done. Most places tend to burn your burger when you say well done, my burger was grilled just the right-no pink, not burned, but still juicy! ENDING RESULT I'll definitely be visiting this restaurant again. I just might have to take John up on his offer and keep on coming back til I've tried everything on the menu!
(5)Carolyn L.
I normally shy away from chains but I liked the Yard House. For one, they play classic/alternative rock, which is a nice changing from top 40. AKA I don't have Katy Perry blasting in my eardrums. I also like that the restaurant wasn't too crazy compared to many other bar restaurants (then again, it was a Sunday night in Dedham). The food was also surprisingly good. My burger was well-cooked and the fries were crisp, not swimming around in grease. My boyfriend's salmon was also well-made, not dry like many other non-seafood restaurants. For American food, Yard House isn't bad at all. The main downside was that service was super slow. It took 20 minutes for a server to take our orders, over 40 for our food to come, and 20 for our bill. It was fine because we were a large group and able to keep the conversation going (there were also giant HD flat screen TVs in front of us too), but since it was a Sunday night, nobody could stay out too late. We left around 10:30 pm after being there for about 3 or so hours. Overall good place to go if you're in the area in search for some decent American food. The ambiance is pleasant. It would be great if the service was a bit speedier but no complaints otherwise.
(4)Ryan D.
I have to update the Yard House to 5 stars. The manager there just recently comp'd our lunch for waiting for just about 25-30 minutes for our lunch. I think it was just a brain fart by the server on picking up our food and it didn't even seem that long. My tip of the hat goes out to that manager for recognizing that small error and really outdoing himself by taking the entire bill. Class act by a classy restaurant.
(5)Marikym T.
Awesome! I have been here a few times, and I can't wait to go back! Sitting outside is fun during the warmer seasons, and if you happen to be there during Happy Hour, well even better! Love the half-priced menu! Interestingly enough, my favorite is the sushi roll. Sounds kinda crazy to be raving about what sounds like something that could or should only be served at a Japanese restaurant, right?! But it's so different than what I would ever expect a "sushi roll" to be! Fusion definitely at its finest! Thanks to one of my bestie's, Liz, I am a huge fan of this dish! Make sure to order the sauces on the side if you want to control those calories;) Although I rave about the sushi roll, if you are more in the mood for a bit of Americana, try sampling the pastrami sliders! Huge portions and it's simply "Mmmmmm..." Totally a solid entree! For dessert, I was suggested the brownie a la mode. It definitely satisfies the sweet chocolate tooth and is a portion that really should be suggested for two! However, on my subsequent visits, I have much preferred the macadamia nut cheesecake. Round that out with a cappuccino, and well... fabolicious! P.S. Two Words: STRAWBERRY MOJITO...
(5)Key L.
Ate here with my niece while waiting for our movie to start. The place was packed at 5:00 on Saturday evening. We had about a 20 minute wait which was fine since we had an hour and a half to kill. The restaurant itself was pretty big--they had huge booths and the bar was really big. Despite being a "bar" there were tons of families with small children there. Once seated we were greeted by an awesome waitress Renee who gave us suggestions on food and beer. Since there were so many beers to choose from we HAD to have a beer even tho we are not huge beer fans. I ordered the Pepper gorgonzola burger with spinach and carmelized onions---so so good! I opted for onion rings instead of fries. The onion rings were good, nothing u cant get anywhere else. The suggested beer was very good. Our food came out rather quickly. The portions were perfect--not too little and not too big. The prices were decent as well. I will definitely be back to try some of the other items on the menu. There were a lot of things that caught my eye on the menu. I also want to try the different beers.
(4)Robert M.
Yard House has an awesome atmosphere and is a great place to come after a long day at work. Everyone is super friendly, and the selection of beer is outstanding. I love a good beer, and every time I come, they always recommend something new. Highly recommend trying this place out. P.S I don't usually eat here much (usually just grab a beer), but the few times i have, the food has been really tasty.
(5)K R.
I was expecting this to be a so-so experience since it is a pretty big place and a chain restaurant. It was really good and the staff was great! We were sat outside and it abruptly began to rain so we moved inside. The staff momentarily lost us and our order (understandably) and once they realized what happened they were really apologetic. We hadn't really notice anything was amiss but it was a nice gesture. I have also gone for happy hour and loved their specials. I would definitely go back again.
(4)KAREN A.
So I went here with family for father day, of course there was a wait, but that was expected. The good thing about this place is while you wait you can shop around the many different stores Legacy Place has to offer. Its NOISY, so dont go there expecting a romantic dinner with your significant other. Its perfect for family or groups, or whatever...We sat near next to the kitchen, which i liked because you can hear all the commotion of the cooks going on. I'm not a drinker especially not a beer drinker either, but the bar looked way cool! and ive also heard from friends that thier drinks are good. The food was great! Everyones food was great actually....the service was superb and i def will go back again...most likely tonight lol A+ great customer service, great food and great ambiance :)
(5)Bonnie L.
As many people have said on here yard house is not for the food! They have a great selection for beer but the food is nothing special! Some of our friends really wanted to go here on a Saturday night so my boyfriend and I agreed (knowing the wait would be ridiculous!) the wait was an hour but we probably waited close to 2... After 2 hours the service was average and my food was not tasty... place is definitely not worth a 2 hour wait....
(3)Melinda R.
My co-workers and I went to this place while we were in town on Business. It's a loud fun type of place. The first time we just went for beer and wine. Shout out to the wait staff!! The first night we had Renee. She was awesome! Prompt, attentive and fun to talk to. The second time we went we had Paul. Nice guy, prompt and attentive and nice to look at. ;-) They had various sports broadcasts playing and it was a lively and crowded spot for a Monday night. When the wait was too long at another spot, my co-workers and I decided to just go back to the Yard House and have appetizers and drinks. There were 8 of us and after about a 30 minute wait we were seated comfortably in a very large booth. The appetizers were really good! We got: Sliders: just enough to get your burger fix! Really good! Moo Shu egg rolls: very good and the plum sauce to dip them was excellent Grilled Sweet Korean BBQ Beef: OMG!! This dish was delicious!! We ordered two of them! Grilled Artichoke: Meh. I wouldn't recommend that. The house fried potato chips were good though. Spicy Tuna roll: Ok, so you get one big roll! Not like normal sushi. Which made it a tad difficult to share, but still good. Fried Calamari: Delicious! The spicy tomato sauce was really good! I'd go back if I'm in town again. It's a laid back type of atmosphere when you just need to decompress from work.
(4)Matt G.
I've gone here three times now, and each time I leave wanting to go back again! They have 100 beers on tap...I went with my dad this last time who travels to Germany a bit and he was blown away at the handful of beers that drinks oversees and can never find stateside but they are at the YardHouse. Def. recommend to anyone out there for a great spot
(4)becky c.
I went to this place with a large group on a busy Saturday night. I was super impressed with how quickly they got us in. We maybe had to wait 15 minutes but they were constantly seating people. The place is huge and pretty nice. The beer selection is incredible and so is the menu. It is a very large, very diverse menu. I am vegan, but I was with five carnivores, and we were all satisfied. They actually have an entire Gardein section of the menu. This section has a bunch of options, and while some have cheese, the majority are vegan or can be made vegan. This is a great place to go if you are vegan but want to go some place that your regular meat eating friends will like.
(5)Mike S.
The food was good the beer was great and service was perfect. Love the huge selection of seasonal beers.
(4)soylinduh O.
Last Friday was the second time I had tried to get a table at this new bar/restaurant. You should try to come early because not only is Legacy Place "the" place for all age groups but Yard House is also a brand new restaurant. Apparently Yard House restaurants are pretty popular on the West Coast but are just now gracing us with their presence. This fantastic place has 160 beers for its patrons to choose from. You can even try Sam Adam's Brick Red ale which until very recently was not sold outside the brewery! Not feeling up to a whole pint of beer? You can try a sampling of 3-5 different beers between 3oz and 5oz. One big pointer, if you are at the restaurant before 6pm you should take advantage of the Happy Hour special prices! There is also one other thing that I personally think is a must, and that is their freshly baked brownie which comes with a choice of vanilla, mint chip or caramel ice cream. Share this delectable dessert between two and you are sure to leave with a happy and full belly! Until the next review!
(5)J B.
We enjoy dining at The Yard House. It is not our favorite, but we have had several enjoyable meals there. There is always a crazy long wait and that is so annoying especially considering how large the place is!
(4)Jim C.
This place is pretty cool. Large selection of nice brews as well as an extensive food menu. I personally do not like too many food options (too much going on and hard to choose!) but it works out well for a large group with different tastes. The booths are nice and big probably could fit up to 4 or 5 people a side. Another thing I enjoyed was being able to look in at all the kegs - pretty cool. One draw back I would have to say is that it is a bit pricey at $6.75 a pint. Check it out!
(4)Brian R.
Granted I went here on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy however I was told the wait would be 1 hr it wasnt unti 2 hrs had passed before we were finally seated. When we went to the Hostess stand they kept saying 15minutes and were extremely rude. At one time the hostess when we asked how much longer because we had already exceeded her initial time by 30 minutes she very rudly said "Welcome to Saturday night. When we finally got seated the food and service were both ok. Dont waste your time here it isnt worth it there are plenty of other places at Legacy Place that are much better and friendlier!!!!
(1)Christopher R.
We seriously love this place and drive down to Dedham like once a week to go. Food is great, and they have an amazing selection of Vegan/Veg options like their Gardein products. Amazing selection of beers and service is always fast and friendly. They actually usually always remember us as well as we have become sort of regulars. So even if a big chain place like this, everyone still comes to know your name.
(5)Jen L.
Yummmmm is all I have to say! The best vegetarian American food! Love being able to come here and grab a beer and some 'chicken' buffalo wings with my friends. The Gardein meat substitute is off the chain!! And def try their 6 pack sampler of beer. I was somewhat of a narrow minded light beer drinker. Now I have expanded my horizons and found some really great choices. Sometimes after I head straight to Whole Foods next door with the beer description list and pick up a couple of six packs of my favorite picks. I consider myself a lifelong faithful customer of the Yard House!
(5)Kathy F.
Would not come here again. There were six of us, so we called ahead and put our names in. When we got there, we were told on weekends you could not call ahead.So why didn't the person that answered the phone know this. We were seated at a nice horseshoe shaped table ,but the music was so loud, we could not hear ourselves think. I asked a hostess to turn down the music and she informed be that it was not possible. We ended up texting each other during the entire meal. The food was. good and our server was attentive,but I would still not return.
(4)Little Miss C.
The food is actually good at this sports bar. The burgers are AMAZING! Nice spot for an after movie dinner on a Sunday. If it is game night, you will be filled with Boston pride (only if the Pats are winning).
(4)Sami W.
I don't know if you're going to believe me (like I care!) but I was going to write the same review Molly W. wrote WORD FOR WORD! I decided not to write one because repetitiveness is a wasted of time! Here's Molly's review: "Legacy Place pretty much rules, and this is definitely the place to eat if you're there. The wait is long, but whatareyagonnado? We usually end up at the bar. Which is not a bad thing, because if you're going to drink, you can get prompt service! They have outdoor dining on nice days, and we had the pleasure of sitting out there ONCE (there's always a mega wait for that) and you're facing a parking lot, so whatever. Plus, I really like the music they play inside which I normally would probably be a brat about. I LOVE their beer flights (which are always changing), especially because they print out these detail sheets that tell you all about the beer: where it's brewed, what's in it, what it's special qualities are. It's like a wine tasting without having to sit there and nod your head while someone goes blahblahblah. The food is good. The portions are big. There's something for everyone. It's definitely American - the portions are huge. It's a pretty cool crowd - it's a good place to just go relax and drink good beer without having to deal with the Boston parking situation. Yes. That's huge. PARKING. Plenty of FREE PARKING! Yaaayyyy!!!! So yeah! I like this place. It's making me want to go there just writing about it!"
(4)Patrick M.
WE GET IT. YOU HAVE A LOT OF BEERS ON TAP. Other than that its a trendy discotheque of a restaurant that blasts classic rock. Overpriced if not inspired entrees. The apps are ok though. Try the shrimp.They must make a kings ransom on the beers. There is something about micro and craft beers that warrants an intimate atmosphere. If I'm in the Ninety Nine and they some cool beers, im impressed. BUT THIS PLACE ISNT COOL. Its a juggernaut. I felt lost when I walked in. Honestly it isnt terrible. Im just dumbfounded that a place like this exists. I know of 3 tavers/bars/brewhouse that id rather give my business to.
(2)Nicole S.
Awesome food and atmosphere! the staff is always so nice and treat you like a real customer! best food in dedham by far!
(5)Keo H.
This place is definately a place I would suggest to friends for a nice, trendy evening out. Great for a casual first date to chit chat and get to know one another. The music wasn't too loud, you can hear each other. Althought I went on a rainy Tuesday night, the place was still busy and happening. The crowd tonight was your younger, maybe middle aged professional. I can't comment much on the food since I only came here for drinks (had dinner elsewhere), but all the dishes at the other tables looked delicious. The menu was very electic. You have choices ranging from sandwiches,soups, korean and chinese inspired dishes, along with the option of seafood, steak, and other meats. They have a massive selection of beers on tap. The mix drinks are priced at about $10-$12. The food however seemed a lil' pricey to me since its not a fine dining kind of venue and you weren't in the city. The place is very new, trendy, and modern. Great atmosphere. Large bar area with flat screen tv's for those who love sports. The tables are high bar tables. Service was good. The waitress, as busy as it was, did a great job checking in on us as our drinks got low. The best thing I like about this place is that there's PARKING!!! I'm soo use to going into the boston bar/lounges and circling the streets block after block searching for parking. Thumbs up!
(4)Jeanna R.
The main reason I go to the Yardhouse is because of the beer selection, although the Atwater Vanilla Java is still at the top of my list. Their food selection is pretty good, albeit a little overpriced--don't get me wrong, it always tastes great, but $11 for a lunch-sized portion of Mac n' Cheese is a little high, given that you can get the dinner portion for $16 and get twice as much. I usually get great service at the bar since there's always several bartenders working, but if I remember correctly the floor service when we had a table near the kegs in the back wasn't very good. Overall it's a good place for a cold beer and tasty food, as long as you're not expecting a cheap eat.
(4)Debra C.
Wanted to love this place but after two visits I am convinced that the food just sucks. Beer selection good but food is bad. How do you screw up Mac N Cheese? Me and another person I was with got it and we were both disgusted. Second time I pretended I would take the food home and was even more aggravated when they dropped the "to go" boxes off on the table for me to scrape off the plate into the box! Seriously? After dropping 60 bucks on food and one beer and now you want me to pack my own "to go" box? I'll return for drinks and maybe apps but only if I was with people that really wanted to go there. Definitely no entrees!
(1)J M.
I see a lot of 5 stars, but not sure how you go that far with such an average menu and food that has little value. The beers selection is right up there with Big City/Sunset in Allston. The menu is too big..pages of everything from americanized asian to burgers. A bit on the pricey side, but not complaining too much as there was parking and the garage was free to park in. Liked what I got, but alittle skimpy on the shared appetizers. Casual/Trendy. Nice space. Service attentive (but was sitting at the bar, it better be) Average to a bit above..nothing to write home about, but if in the area again maybe stop in for beer and something light.
(3)Alyssa S.
(3.5 stars) I'm a fan of Yard House. It's a great venue for a large group, and the service has always been decent. The servers are well-trained and willing to please their customers. I have been here a number of times with both small and large groups. Some items I've tried from the menu include the following dishes: -Appetizers: SPINACH CHEESE DIP ("baked with feta, jack, parmesan and cream cheese served with crispy flat bread") CHICKEN NACHOS ("spicy pinto beans, cheddar and jack, red and green sauce, tomato, cilantro, onions, guacamole and sour cream") LETTUCE WRAPS ("stir fried, smoked tofu, pine nuts and green onions with three dipping sauces and choice chicken, tiger shrimp, or shiitake & portabella mushrooms") BLUE CRAB CAKES ("with mango papaya chutney, passion fruit beurre blanc and tomato oil") -Entrees: MARGHERITA pizza ("oven roasted roma tomatoes, roasted garlic, mozzarella and fresh basil" SEARED AHI STEAK ("seared rare, spinach, swiss, tomatoes, caramelized onions, peppercorn aïoli on grilled rye") I like the food at Yard House. The quality does match the higher prices, but I believe that you pay for the medley of food, atmosphere, and hospitality. They have the world's largest selection of draft beer, and I find that to be an enormous perk because you can always choose a beverage to your liking. Dedham's location is a full bar that is situated in the middle of the restaurant. A setback for this great location is that they do not accept reservations...so if you do come here with a large group, be prepared to wait! For my "Nacho Average Reviews" list: 3 stars...their nachos are served on a very large platter with balanced ingredients; however, the chips can be slightly soggy, and in a large group, they get cold quickly. I would order them again, though. :)
(3)Tim R.
I arrived at 6:30 to meet my family. I was told a 1 hour and 15 minbute wait. At 8:30 we finally say andd by 10:00 we still had no food. Our manager was nice and the service was ok once we sat. Jarad, another floor manager came over with no solicitation from us. He asked if everything was ok and I said, "well I wasn't going to say anythig but now that you have brought it up, we have been here sincce 6:30 and still have not received our food and it is after 10:00." He grew rude and defensive and said, "You knew it was a 1 hour wait when you got here and steak takes a long time to cook." I tried to calm him down (Not my job), and told him that I was just answering his queston. The other manager came over and apologized and gave us a round of drinks and desert. We liked the food but will NOT be going back with so many other options out there!
(1)Sean O.
Food: B- Beer: A+ Get yourself a couple glasses of Abt 12 and call an ambulance for the ride home.
(4)Nuala G.
This is my go to place when going to the movies at Legacy Place. Try to get here early as the place gets packed. A few times I ended up eating at the bar as I didn't want to wait the hour for a table. Food is great, fantastic selection of drinks. Service is fast, and everyone is super friendly!
(5)Kelly C.
Every time I think of the Yard House I think of how huge the menu is and can't wait to go and try something new. The reality is that every time I actually go, I'm terribly disappointing. The food is really just okay. Maybe even bordering on the not so great side. The last time I went I decided to try the spicy tuna roll appetizer. The waitress warned me that instead of being pieces of sushi, that it was one large roll. Well, when it came.. it looked like a bean sprout salad. Basically, it was nothing like a spicy tuna roll. I've also had the mac and cheese. It was okay. Not that great but not bad. Portion was small though. There are a few good items there though, the french fries are really good and if you decide to have dessert, the caramel ice cream is really good. Also the beer selection is fantastic and the service has always been great. For me, this would be a great place to go for drinks but not food.
(3)Tony S.
Great Beer, Great Food, Great Music, Get here!
(5)Lynne L.
Visiting family,,I loved the Entire staff at Legacy yard house so...nice spoiled me and Boyfriend..and they treated me like a MOVIE STARLET!! ELAINE my waitress couldnot have done a better job!! she was doing at least 5 tables at once and kept her cool!! THANKS YUMMY FOOD!!!
(5)Sean M.
This is a great place for casual food and dozens of craft beers on tap. The bartenders are usually much better informed about the rotating craft beer selections but the waitstaff serving the tables and booths are always very pleasant and attentive if you're more focused on the dining aspect of your visit. Lots of good quality, large-screen LCD displays make it a great spot to watch any type of sporting event while enjoying good food and great beer. They have also made an extensive effort in creating a massive background music library collection, which they stream through a high-quality sound system...
(4)Libby L.
2nd and Last Time. We went to the Yard House a couple of months ago when they had the Turkey Pot Pie and it was AMAZING. However, when we went there this past weekend for the Turkey Pot Pie - they no longer serve it - BUMMER :( :( So we ordered: - BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger - all right - had better at Wild Wily's for cheaper. - Clam Chowder - there was a hint of spice which wasn't appealing to me. - Seared Scallops with Steamed Vegetables - I could've made better. All it was was a 6-pieces of "dry" pan fried scallops with NO seasoning or flavors. I asked for steamed - they gave me oily stir fried vegetables. The waiter was not bad but he kept forgeting stuff - we had to keep getting his attention and requesting the same stuff. ie: extra napkins, ketchup, drink refills, etc... This will definitely be the last time.
(2)Melissa M.
the yard house exceeded my expectations, and i say that because i sort of wrote it off and expected a mediocre meal because it's in the middle of suburban shopping hell aka legacy place. first the atmosphere. it's a pretty large place with a generously sized wrap around bar, plenty of high top tables, and a ton of booths. despite the place being packed (we went in after 2pm on a sunday), we were seated right away. it's on the loud side, so it seems to be a better place to meet up with friends for lunch and beers rather than a special dinner date. the service was fast and our server was polite and knowledgeable about the beer list. everythign we ordered came to the table quickly, and the manager even stopped by to greet us and personally inquire about a food allergy that one person at our table had. i thought that was a nice gesture. the food was really good and they had a really impressive vegetarian menu - even though i'm not vegetarian i'm lookign forward to trying some of those dishes in the future. the appetizers we got were standard (onion tower and chicken egg rolls). the burger we got was a solid (surf and turf beef burger plus some hunks of lobster). their beer menu was pretty decent and had more on it than i expected. i had a black and velvet and a long trail blackberry. they had a lot more craft beers to try, but that was just what i was in the mood for. overall it was a lot better than i expected, and although i wouldn't make a specific trip to the yard house, i would definitely go back again the next time i find myself at legacy place.
(4)Molly W.
Legacy Place pretty much rules, and this is definitely the place to eat if you're there. The wait is long, but whatareyagonnado? We usually end up at the bar. Which is not a bad thing, because if you're going to drink, you can get prompt service! They have outdoor dining on nice days, and we had the pleasure of sitting out there ONCE (there's always a mega wait for that) and you're facing a parking lot, so whatever. Plus, I really like the music they play inside which I normally would probably be a brat about. I LOVE their beer flights (which are always changing), especially because they print out these detail sheets that tell you all about the beer: where it's brewed, what's in it, what it's special qualities are. It's like a wine tasting without having to sit there and nod your head while someone goes blahblahblah. The food is good. The portions are big. There's something for everyone. It's definitely American - the portions are huge. It's a pretty cool crowd - it's a good place to just go relax and drink good beer without having to deal with the Boston parking situation. Yes. That's huge. PARKING. Plenty of FREE PARKING! Yaaayyyy!!!! So yeah! I like this place. It's making me want to go there just writing about it!
(4)Max L.
The yard seems to be losing it. Went there last Sunday. Our drinks were good (Jack's Melon!), appetizer was excellent (fire cracker ribs), entree was not. Now let me tell you, it was the southern fried chicken breast. It was golden brown, and the chicken was not dry... But it was BLAND! No flavor whatsoever. I put so much salt on that thing, it was absurd, what happened guys?? Disappointed. I am hitting the Met next time I'm in Legacy Place.
(3)Thuy T.
Went here for the first time because a friend wanted to try it. they have a lot of choices for beer but i'm not really a drinker so i ask the waiter what he would recommend and he gave a suggesting that was just nasty. The waiter seem to not care about us and just wanted to get us in and out. the service was very slow both when getting a seat and being served. i called a head of time and ask for a seating for 6 and they said that they can do it but when i got there, the people seating us was just rude and made us wait a while for our table. Also i couldn't tell what type of restaurant this was because they had a lil bit of everything so maybe this is a plus for some ppl but it wasn't a plus for me because the food wasn't that great. i ordered american food, and my friends order korean and japanese food and we all said the same thing that the food wasn't that great.
(2)Matt G.
Went for lunch and sat outside. Great table perfect day for Al Fresco dining, until our server arrived. She forgot our app and by the time it arrived our lunch was soon to follow. I hate when this happens especially when you order the app before your meal. Then asked twice for a refill. I understand servers prefer to go to the bar for alcohol but they serve soda and it was 2:00 pm. The food was good, little overpriced in my mind but I learned a lesson. In no rush to return.
(2)Vivi L.
We came here on Saturday for an early dinner (around 4:30 pm). As usual, the place was pretty busy but we were able to get seated immediately. Our waitress was pretty good, she came over to check on us immediately. She took our drinks order and came back pretty soon with our beverages. After we put it our food order, it took pretty long for our appetizers to come out. We ordered the sweet potato fries and Korean beef short rib tacos (my favorite) for appetizers. The sweet potato fries were cold. It almost seem that it has been sitting on the kitchen counter for awhile before it got served to us. Our main dish came shortly after our appetizer. I ordered the miso glazed sea bass which is also my favorite dish. I was kind of disappointed that it came with white rice. I usually ordered it with brown rice but this time our waitress didn't ask us if we want brown or white rice and I forgot to tell her. Another thing is our fish was smaller than usual and the dish was just slightly warm. I was kind of disappointed as the place wasn't too packed and our food is usually much better than what we had that day. That's too bad that they couldn't be consistent on their food quality since I do like this place.
(3)Lindsey P.
First off, I love this place. The food & beer selection never fail to amaze me. However,every time I've come I've had to wait. My friend and I went on a Friday night -.we got in at 7:55 & gave the lady our name & she told us to come.back.in 30 mins for a pager. We came back a little after 8:30 & there were still no pagers available & the woman said our wait would be about 45 mins. My friend and I went over to the bar,.which was incredibly packed and hard to get to. We each got a beer and chatted for a.bit. Went back over to the desk to check in after 9pm and we were finally.given a.pager. When I checked in this time they said we were one of the next two tables at 9:30 I checked in again and they said there were four tables ahead of us! We were finally seated at around 9:40 after we initially were told our wait would only be 1 hr to 1:15. My friend.and I ordered three courses and were out by.11pm. my biggest complaint is how they seat people. This was the worst time waiting-wise ive had. My friend and I were patient and didn't mind waiting but other patrons were clearly not as patient as we were. I will say, the managers and stafv were very pleasant & apologetic. Our waiter was DRew & he was awesome!!
(3)Alden G.
Busy and popular chain, sports bar. Good place! Had a chicken garlic pasta dish, pretty good. Very large portions.
(2)Amanda C.
Lets put it out there, I'm 24 and I still live with my parents. They are cool, hip musicians and we love hanging together. This said, the Yard House is one of our favorite places yet! The first time we visited this chain we were in Vegas and it wasn't busy at all! The beer selection was amazing and the staff was great! This Yard House is no exception. We try to go on Sundays during football season so we can watch the games. Now I will say last weekend they barely had ANY football on. All of the TV's had college basketball. I dunno where they think we are, but it's New England and it's Sunday.... HOWEVER- the beer selection is superb, the food is fantastic, and the staff is great. I'd go back again, and again!
(5)Jenna B.
Love this place! I work in Dedham so this is a great after work spot to grab a drink and talk! It can get very loud but if you don't mind the noise, it's a great time. The wait staff I've had has been nothing but nice and knowledgable of the drink menus. They have tons of beer on tap and a full bar. I recommend the fries. They're tiny but sooo delicious!
(5)Amy R.
I actually had a great experience here, despite disparaging yelps that made me fear the contrary... I was out on business and couldn't travel far outside the realm of the mall area, but some of the workers suggested the yard house. Our server, Josh, was very polite and helpful even as I put him through the ringer with questions and being slightly difficult. I wish I could have tried some of those beers... there are so many beers... Instead I had a roy rogers, a poke bowl, and a pepper crusted burger. All of which were delicious and cooked JUST RIGHT. Josh was spot on with his suggestions and even split the bill four ways to make it easier for everyone to claim on their expense form. Thank you, Josh! The only thing I will say is that, although they did box up my leftovers complete with description of contents and date (just in case), my burger was all mushed in with my fries! Get a bigger box! or two boxes! But, that won't stop me from coming back
(4)Anthony R.
I've been by Yard House a bunch of times and also have a friend that's a waitor here, but never went for a meal until yesterday. To be honest I really expected a lot more... maybe it was because I saw them on Phantom Gourmet (pure coincidence) only a couple hours before I visited or maybe it's because I recently had a blast getting drinks at the new Fenway location. Like 3 stars mean, I think it's A-OK and with a few fixes I might be pushing it up a star in the future. First off I want to say that my waitor was a really great guy. He was friendly, talkative, and went above and beyond to make my table happy. Unfortunately, my table was right next to a waitor "station" area where the staff congregated to grab water pitchers or other stuff (my back was turned) which was also a meeting place or centralized location for everyone to bitch about customers or each other (i.e. one older waitress kept coming to this station and screaming "Are you kiddin' me!? Sons a-b*tches..." or another would make a passive aggressive comment about guests). I bet the staff's complaints were completely founded, but they should be a little more cognizant of their surroundings since my party was 2 feet away and listening... most things I found funny and laughed at, but other things were a little uncomfortable. Another unfortunate situation is that the outside wasn't open on a 70 degree day. Obviously many restaurants wouldn't think about their patios in March but we've had plenty of warm days and the forcast has been great, so why not quickly set up some tables and open up the place? It was dark and shuttered in when it could have been more open and enjoyable. Missed opportunity. The food. It was good. I had a crab cake sandwich and it wasn't bad. The avocado on top was the best part and the onion rings were good. The beer. Obviously a ton of options separated into categories/I was in heaven! I ordered the house honey and they came back with my friends' drinks and said they needed to change the keg for mine. 10 minutes later they say they are out of it completely and to pick something else = sadness. My friend ordered beer in a "goblet" two different times and the waitor brought him pints = sadness. Maybe it was just an off-day. I'll try them again at some point.
(3)Ken L.
Great food and great service! The happy hour prices During Monday night football are the best! Great IPA selection and music!
(4)Alee G.
... I went here again and this time I ordered the truffle fries. DEE-LISH!!
(5)Mark S.
I love this place. Endless selection of beers, great lunch menu, huge TV's, what more could you ask for in a brand new mall area. This place is awesome for groups, or even just to grab a quick drink and appetizer with a friend. I had the Sam Adam Chocolate Cherry Boch with some burger and fries. The beer was great.
(5)Josie G.
I had a great time at the Yard House for a friend's bachelorette dinner. We kept it low-key, no frooffy tiaras or sashes, but just a group of girls enjoying each other's company :) Happy Bridal Shower Kimi! The food was great, I got the jambalaya, others got the lettuce wraps, the sashimi salad, the turkey burger and everyone seemed happy with their food. I loved my mojito! The waiter we had was quick and efficient, as well as friendly. The only thing that was slightly weird was the cocktail waitress trying to serve in the very crowded front. Lots of people were waiting for seats, but it would have been easier to just go to the bar rather than have this lady squeezing around people at the door.
(4)Rob T.
So I had decided that I wasn't going to review chains but tonight Yard House really did a great job and so I wanted to post about it. The 5 is for service. We go here from time to time, the food is very good and reliable and the beer selection keeps it interesting. I'm not going to review the food because it is as I said very good consistent with all Yard Houses. Tonight my wife got 2/3 through her salad and found a hair at the bottom. We're very understanding people, shit happens, we understand. So we mentioned it to the waitress who was profusely apologetic and took it away, offering to replace it. My wife had lost her appetite though so we just said no thanks. So at this point we're just hoping that she does the right thing and takes the salad off of the bill. Within about 45 seconds though the manager is at our table also apologizing profusely and offering to take the salad off as well as our appetizers. After he adjusted the bill he stopped by again to apologize and the waitress did the same again every time she passed by. They knocked more than $25 off our bill, cutting it by 1/3. (we tipped on the original bill BTW) This is how restaurant service should be. Some might say they should have comp'd the whole meal but I'm not that way. I would have been happy with an apology from the waitress and removal of the salad price. We got much more than that which guarantees that we'll return. It's great to know that someone still understands great customer service.
(5)Vivian C.
If you head out here on a Saturday night, be prepared for a very long wait. At 7pm, we were told it would be a 45 min - 1 hour wait... we ended up waiting much longer than that. And we had kids in our party, kids that are normally in bed by the time we were seated at our long booth. Fortunately, our server was understanding and patiently waited for us to put in our food orders at the same time that she took our drink orders. The organic tomato bisque was yummy creamy, and a decent portion for the +$2.95 price to add it to my turkey burger $10.75, which was verbally described as being similar to a meatloaf. My burger was in fact moist, tasty, messy, good. The fries, slim, crispy. They have a children's menu for those aged 12 and under that has 8 options that include a drink, a choice of sides, and dessert of either an Edy's strawberry bar or a vanilla ice cream with hot fudge. The fried fish arrived 2 pieces to an order, while the chicken strips were 4 flavorful strips to an order. When we left, one of the hostesses thanked us for our patience. That was thoughtful of her.
(3)Dave K.
Another fine meal here. Chicken nachos were good and worth doing again. Nothing really special but what do you expect with nachos. Seared Ahi was excellent. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Accompanied with brown rice and grilled asparagus. Will be my choice here from now on.
(4)lizzie b.
Well, it was one of my last dates with my boyfriend... but I still have fond memories of this meal, so that says a lot!!! I loved the honey ale on tap... amazing selection. My favorite is the turkey burger with garlic aioli. It's very very juicy and served on yummy bread. It's a large serving and reasonably priced. I enjoyed the french fries although they are kind of salty. At the end of the day, I didn't feel so guilty about eating the meal, and it was fresh and delicious. I'm not sure I'd ever order anything else! Can't wait for it to come to Fenway!!!
(5)James F.
Waited a long time, but ultimately had a good meal and some nice beer. I had heard about the Yard House first on a trip to the West Coast. Heard about the theme and planned to stop in, then nixed that idea when i found out it was a chain and they had just opened one in Dedham. So i jumped at the chance to accompany three friends there when the opportunity presented itself. I arrived about 15 minutes after my compatriots had put their name in, and we still waited a good 30-40 after that. Mind you this was not a Friday/Saturday. Good for them - if they can do that kind of business on a weeknight. All parties at the table seemed to enjoy their food, except for one diner (who shall remain anonymous) that had some issues with undercooking. The table discussed at length whether that type of cooking was actually suitable given how they had ordered the burger - the result was a split decision - 2:2. No one else at the table experienced any undercooking issues. Beer list comes as advertised - extensive - tried a few new things and got someone hooked on Youngs Double Chocolate Stout. Certainly worth the wait.
(4)Shannon H.
Went there for dinner with a girlfriend. We both got burgers. They were both cooked how we asked! The service was good but we kept having different people come to our table instead of just our waitress. It was a little annoying to keep having different staff introduce themselves and ask us questions while we were trying to talk and catch up. Also things were removed from the table a little to quick.... "can i take that out of your way or did you want the last few bites?". Overall it was ok. Parking was hard to find. The bill was $37 before tip for two burgers, a side salad, a soda and a beer.
(3)Larry F.
Menu good. Service good. Drink selection good. My guest and I both got food poisoning. Never good.
(1)Laura L.
Meet there with some friends after a 2 year hiatus from Boston. They like the place, and I liked it too, nice atmosphere the staff was very friendly and attentive, I like the food choices, next time I am back in town I'll definitively visit Yard House.
(4)Pardees S.
I came here with my college friends and two of their parents. We waited 2 hours for a table (yikes) so we were starving when they finally seated us. We ordered drinks and took about 20 minutes for the waitress to bring our drinks to us. When she finally came back we immediately ordered appetizers and dinner for fear of being forgotten about again. The appetizers were really good but we weren't sure if it was because we were hungry. We were willing to overlook the wait for the drinks when dinner came. All our meals were cold like they were sitting around for a while. We complained and got all new dishes that miraculously came out a mere 10 minutes after we sent them back. The managers tried comped us our dinner but overall I am not impressed with the way this restaurant is run. Next time I'll be sure to check out another spot.
(2)Andrea Z.
Went here by myself as I was in town for work. Got a two top right away even though it was about 6:00 on a Friday night. The place is huge, dark (just enough) and cool. The bar speaks for itself. 130 tap beers! Holy crap! What's not to like? I had a salad and the sliders. Pleasantly surprised that I snuck in before the happy hour ended at 6pm. Got 4 sliders and an entree amount of fries for 6.75. Sweet! Sliders were good sized and gooey, greasy goodness. The salad was average but it was just a house side salad - I wasn't looking for anything fancy. Unlike one other reviewer, I didn't get the impression that they were 'blasting classic rock'. I had a phone convo with my sister while waiting for my beer and I could hear her fine. Come on. Classic rock is their thing. It says it on the door of the place for chrissakes. You can't fault them for it. Also, pretty much everyone who says playing classic rock at a bar is lame - you know you're tapping your toe and singing along in your head. Just sayin. PS. They'll take a reservation if you have a party over 10. Says so on the table card thingy. Overall was very pleased with the experience. Check it out - especially if you're a beer snob.
(4)Todd S.
Cannot wait for their Lynnfield location to open! Great selection of food and beer.
(5)Debbie C.
I had lunch at the Yard House once and as I recall it was pretty good (burger, I think). Since then I haven't been able to get near the place. It's always mobbed. But last night I went there with coworkers for the half price apps and drinks and I probably won't be coming back soon. The chicken lettuce wraps consisted of a centerpiece of deep fried tortilla (it's a lettuce wrap! it's Asian) filled with what might be called chicken crumbles. There were 6 leaves of Boston lettuce and 3 sauces. That's all. The sauces were good. The chicken crumbles were, well, crummy. We ordered the California roll and were expecting about 6 bite-sized California rolls, but no, it was one giant (4" diameter) California wheel which was 90% rice, had a fishy tasting reddish substance somewhere near the middle and a few avocado slices on top. There was a soyish sauce and pickled ginger on the plate. It was gross. But then came the crab cakes, two nice sized cakes of crab accompanied by a fruity salsa (mango?). They were crispy. I couldn't see any crab, I couldn't taste any crab. The sauce was ok. The nachos - dry as dust and hardly any cheese. The eggrolls were limp and tasted like they had old beef stew in them. The buffalo wings were breaded, I think, or floured and pretty dreadful. In addition, our waiter, did this sort of thing. One person ordered the chicken strips. The waiter said, "The buffalo wings?" And the customer, a non-English speaker said, "ok". Then he couldn't eat them. Another person ordered a glass of the house chardonnay. The waiter said, "The Salmon Creek?" She answered, "If that's the house." and got what she wanted. There seemed to be a desire to steer you toward different choices. And by that time we were screaming to be heard above the roar of the crowd. I wanted to stand on a chair and scream, "What are all you crazy people doing here? The food is horrible!" I know that people come here for the beer. I like beer. I'll take fewer choices, better food.
(2)Tim D.
I like beer. Lets not beat around the bush, beer is delicious. When a place opened up right down the road from me that had a whole heck of a lot of it, I was excited. The Yardhouse has so many things about it to like, and they don't do any of them well. I have gone three times now to try and give it a fair shot. Two out of three of these visits have been outright disasters. On our first visit, my wife and I sat at the bar. It took roughly fifteen minutes for the bartender to acknowledge us, and another 10 minutes after that to take a drink order. 30 minutes after that, we were able to place our orders for food, I ordered the fish and chips, my wife a simple burger. While waiting for our food to come out, I needed a refill of my frosty adult beverage. As the bartender was placing the drink on the bar, she knocked over my wife's half finished beer into her lap. Accidents happen, not a problem,. She was very apologetic and hurried to get a new beer. Which she only filled halfway. With the wrong beer. After pointing this out, she hurried back to the taps to get the right beer, which she again only filled halfway. The food came out, and we began our meal. My wife took a bite out of her burger to find it not rare, but raw in the middle. My fish and chips must have been sitting in the window for a long time as it was cold and soggy, and the fries were like icicles. Thankfully, a manager comped our meal and we were able to cut and run. This last time, just a few days ago, we were hoping that they had outgrown these problems. Sadly not. I received the wrong meal and they poured me the wrong beer two time in a row. Like I said, there is so much to want to like about a place like this. It is just too big for it's own good. Underwhelming, overpriced food and a staff that either doesn't care or receives grossly inadequate training.
(1)Mark J.
This place was pretty crowded when we went. We ended up waiting a bit longer than the predicted time, but the host apologized when we were seated. The beer list is pretty extensive and you can get pretty much anything you're looking for. The food is pretty basic, nothing over the top. The waitress we had was very friendly and helpful.
(4)Eric P.
Really enjoyed this place! Huge beer selection as pointed out by everyone. Martinis, mixed drinks, mixed beers. Giant (half) yards of goodness. I also went with great company so maybe I'm biased. I guess I could of been in an alley way, half naked and homeless shooting up and i'de still give it 4 stars. No but really, the waitress was nice! The hostesses were great! Only down sides, no blue cheese olives, no small little dish for soy sauce (came on a giant dish randomly). And it would be nice having maybe prices listed on the menus, or alch percentages. Free parking though! And just a great meeting place if you're in the Legacy Place area! And the sushi was delish!
(4)Beth P.
This place is very busy during peak times, so expect a wait. There are tons of beers on tap and lots of local beers too. I like how they have vegetarian options on the menu too.
(4)Michele B.
We went again and the service and food this time were actually much better. The waitress wasn't scary and they have Hawaiian poke salad on the menu. Now it's not like Hawaiian poke in that it is more layered than mixed in. I think this might be to give people with nut allergies one last shot at seeing those macadamia nuts before tucking in. It really was quite good, though. More of a 3 1/2 star. Very LOUD.
(4)Cassie H.
I'd give Yard House 3.5 stars, but I'll round up in their favor. My husband really enjoys eating here because of their wide variety of beers on tap. Both of us are fans of the grilled swordfish tacos (they're about the size of the palm of your hand), which are tasty and spicy. However, since I'm preggers, I've had to put aside my favorite swordfish tacos here and try other things. I have to say that although their menu is extensive, nothing else seems to catch my fancy. Their fish and chips are forgettable. Salads are huge but leave something to be desired. Their other tacos (like carne asada) just don't pack the same punch. This place is always busy on weekend afternoons, and I can only imagine what it's like on evenings (we avoid it for that same reason).
(4)Mike B.
This place is amazing! I think they have over 100 or so microbrews and the ambience is great along with the food and service. My only nit here is that the place is so popular that you can expect to wait at least 35-45 minutes during peak dining times. They share the huge parking lot with other businesses, but you can usually find a spot if you have a little patience and a wife who can find cars exiting as you drive around...lol.
(4)Tulan K.
Absolutely awesome place to go to for a nice classy upscale bar and grill kinda place. Great food very tasty and great portions too. Price is a bit expensive but the food is great and so is the place. WE had it the first time in VA and the now went to the boston location on it first weekend which was st patricks day nad it was a lot of people but the wait for not too bad and we got food served with drinks without much delay . Great service and the waitress and hostess are really hot too ;-) LOL GO THERE RIGHT NOW
(5)Jennifer N.
OK, true confession. I love it here. Yard House is spot on, and I am not the only one who thinks so given they had an hour wait on a Sunday. First of all, their call ahead is the real deal. Call ahead is the same as if you checked in in person, and you just move on up the list. When we arrived, we were next on the list, perfect timing! They have so many beers. The bar is huge and it's fun to look at all of the different taps. You name a beer you want to try on draft, I bet they have it. Started with the nachos- which were delicious. I loved the red and green enchilada sauce drizzle; I have had my share of nachos in life and this was the first I had seen this touch. Also, they are served a long plate as opposed to a huge pile, to maximize the toppings per chip, and of course, cheese. Friend had the Bearnaise sliders, which he raves about of course. I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato soup. The cheese was so good (it was a combination of a few fancy cheeses that I cannot remember now) and the soup was more of a creamy tomato, perfect for dipping. I wish had room for dessert, they had a bunch of small bite options and the peach apple cobbler looked good. Will be back. This week.
(4)Rob C.
I drove by one of these out in Colorado a few weeks ago and could tell somehow that by 'Yard House' they meant a yard of beer. So i perked up when finding that they opened one in the monster shopping complex in Dedham, as it would be a fine place to meet my parents for dinner. And drink some beer. They boast something like the country's largest beer selection; tough to tell if they beat Sunset's 130, but it is surely nothing to sneeze at. On a Thursday night, it was in the process of going from busy to extremely busy at around 6:30, but it was one of those nights where it was just pleasant enough to sit outside, where a majority of people were not hardy enough to venture. Thus, no wait. We've just gotten the hang of heating the outdoors in New England, and wasteful though it may be, i am in favor. The service was a bit slow. After taking a little more time with the menu, it became a lot more time. The beers were a bit tardy, too. i'm willing to attribute it to newness/busy-ness for now; the service was perfectly adequate other than that. It is a bit on the spendy side, with $16 plates of macaroni and cheese, but these are in fact quite tasty. It's a very pleasant place to sit and drink and eat outside, and inside there were some truly enormous-looking booths that would probably be great for groups. It's distinctly un-Boston, in that the outside view of the "lifestyle center" outdoor shopping mall really feels like California or some other place known for freshly extruded suburban establishments, but it's hard to argue with beer. Beer is always right in the end. It's also almost certainly a perfect place to go get hammered before seeing a bad movie ("hot tub time machine", i'm looking at you...). One thing that did strike me as odd, given its size, was a pretty small men's room; two urinals, two stalls. Given the size of the place and the fact that it's a purveyor of beer, this seems inadequate. Anyway, it is a foregone conclusion that i'll be back.
(4)Kathy Y.
Now - I am reviewing THIS location as opposed to the Fenway location, which I have yet to go back to. We ended up coming here late Monday night after we went out. So it just so happened it was happy hour when we arrived. Which was great for us since there were specials. So we ended up ordering a few appertizers off the half priced menu and we all got an order of sliders. 1) Shitake Garlic Noodles - these were a little too buttery 2) Onion Ring Tower - this was crispy, really good 3) Hawaiin Poke Stack - marinated raw ahi with crispy wontons, carrots, bean sprouts, avocado, wasabi soy sauce (this was pretty good) We all got a variation of sliders - which was more than enough that we all had to take half of it home. I had the Pastrami Sliders - these were pretty good. The fries were really good. I recommend going here during happy hour, more worth it for your money.
(3)Sheila B.
Happy hour 3-6 ! Can't beat the wife variety of apps from wings, fries, tenders and garlic noodles for half price. Get a patio seat before 6pm dinner crowd !
(4)Joanna C.
1/2 priced apps and sides during their happy hour - 4pm - 6pm! Went with the boy and a few of his coworkers - I was in a light beer kinda mood, and our super awesome server suggested the Kronenbourg 1664 for me - which was honestly, DELICIOUS. My new beer of choice! You gotta love a place that feels comfortable enough to suggest new beers for a patron. The apps were also really good - my Hawaiian Poke was awesome, as was the boyfriend's onion ring tower. Got super angry (on our server's behalf) due to a blonde biotch who treated the waitstaff like crap and sat there with the most awful expression on her face the entire time she was there. She needed a good punch in the adam's apple. I was a few drinks in and almost got up to educate her on good manners, but proceeded to just talk oodles of crap about her with all of the waitstaff. She suuuuuuuuuuucked. All in all - would definitely come here again! And you, girl who was way too big for your rhinestone studded sweatpants, please just stop projecting your misery to the world. And please don't ever act like you're better than someone else just because they're serving you the $4 half priced burger you ordered. Get over yourself.
(3)Mimi H.
I saw this place on the phantom gourmet and i was like "holy crap! I wanna go there!" and then, by some act of God, I somehow ended up there later that night. True Story. The food is so yummy! I am all about their french fries! How do they cut them so thin!? I got a burger and it was better than average but I have had better. My friend got the Mac n' Cheese and it looked so good! I'm getting that next time! And the onion ring tower is also amazing. They have Tapas!! Oh and like every beer ever... There is always a wait... but usually it isn't long.
(4)George J.
If the truffle fries weren't so good I'd give this place 2 stars. The food is average at best. If it comes out warm on a busy Sat night you're lucky. The beer selection is great but the service is not.
(3)Tom H.
Yeah its loud but it is a brew pub filled to the brim. A great selection of beers in tap. Had the clam chowder and fish tacos. Tacos were excellent. Chowder needs some work as it is thickened with flour and was a little pasty. I would go back when in area
(4)Sean H.
First off, to let you know - I am not a beer enthusiast. I don't really care one whit about beer. I don't obsess over it, I don't talk about it, I don't sit around a table to discuss the fine qualities of different beers, comparing the various levels of hops. Hell, I don't even know what an IPA is. (Ok, I know what an IPA is - but only because a lot of the people I work with fit squarely into the category I've been talking about, that I fit squarely OUT of.) So I don't care about beer, and I'm not going to review it here. But I've been to the Yard House at Legacy Place twice now, for lunch. And the food and prices I have to say are quite good. Once I had the blue crab cake sandwich. It was pretty good, but I felt that it would have made a better dish without the "sandwich" part. I love crab cakes, if done well, and this was done fairly well. It also came with a lovely tomato bisque. This was one of the lunch combos which is totally affordable and a great value for the money. I also had fries which I found to be quite good, though I am a fry snob. Not many places do fries well, and this one was just above that dismal average here in New England. Or I should say Massachusetts. I have had much better fries in Vermont and New Hampshire. (Incidentally as a comparison, the best fries in Massachusetts that I have encountered was the Rattlesnake Restaurant several years ago before they jumped onto the coated fry bandwagon totally ruining them forever. And now the best fries are at Five Guys Burgers.) My second trip I had the hot pastrami sandwich and French Onion Soup. I have to say the soup was huge, compared to the smaller tomato bisque I had had on my earlier trip. And good. The French Onion Soup there is very good. The pastrami was nice, but somewhat stringy. This is the problem with pastrami for me. For me to enjoy it it has to be supple, and fall apart with every bite. It has to be shaved ultra-thin. This was well shaved, I think, but still, no bite would release itself cleanly. I had to pull at it, tug at it, to force it to release its grip on the remainder of the sandwich so I could eat it. Tasty yes, but not trivial to deal with. Now from the perspective of a beer lover, and as I said, I work with many who are TRUE beer lovers, this place must be a Mecca of sorts. Each time I've been there they have had multiple beers, usually trying out different ones, and they were all very very very pleased with each one. That's just not me.
(3)TIM O.
Good food ...poor service. I've been twice...there won't be a third time. My waitress was not off to a great start when my drink arrived at about 1/3 empty. After that, the appetizer arrived cold (she even said, "I wonder where your appetizer is; I ordered it a while ago." Well if she had gotten to the kitchen sooner, it might have arrived hot. Cold french fries anyone? Then my entree arrived cold as well. I'm giving it 3 stars because it could be good with a new manager.
(3)Julie G.
yeah. this place was ok. I won't be rushing back. I had the Hawaiian burger and it should have come with bacon or canadian bacon. The fries were of the shoestring variety and excellent. The service was attentive and friendly. Definitely a place to go with a decent sized group because the food and drink menu were varied. The prices were a bit absurd and the ambiance a bit generic. This place won't ruin your evening but it's not anything to rave about
(3)Lisa M.
Went here for lunch with my nieces aged 3 and 10 yesterday. The girls chose their lunch off of the kids menu while I opted for the lunch specials. We started with calamari between us since the kids love seafood. It was salty, crispy and delicious, and it came as a really large serving for an app. Actually, all of their food is served very generously. The girls got cheese pizza with fries and we couldn't believe how large their kids sized pizza was. They seemed to enjoy it a lot, especially the fries and both of them had plenty to take home as leftovers. I got the BBQ chicken pizza with Caesar salad on the side. Both were very good. The salad was fresh and the dressing was a great consistency with a nice lemony kick. The pizza was very good too with awesome crust. I want to give a shout out to the waitstaff who were particularly awesome and were very nice to the girls. Overall it was a great experience and I look forward to coming to the Yardhouse for an adult dinner and cocktails with my husband soon.
(4)D B.
Much better than expected. I ordered tuna. Jane (I'm assuming the manager) came by to apologize that the tuna was unavailable and was very helpful, including comping me for dessert (without me even asking for it). She was fantastic. The bartender, Dan, was also fantastic (attentive, but not overly so). I highly recommend it.
(5)Demetri P.
very good beer selection, helpful staff and great ahi tuna salad. as far as chain restaurants go, i think they do a great job. spaten oktoberfest and chimay trippel were two of the highlights of my evening. enjoy responsibly, i tend to get carried away with all of the beers.
(4)brian c.
I wen to the Yardhouse Saturday night for the Celtics. Initially told the wait would be between 1-1.5 hours. We got buzzed in about 45 minutes. We had a server named Tim, who was fantastic. He really helped make the experience good. The food was okay, I had the avocado and swiss burger and my g.f. had the fish and chips. The beer selection is fantastic, with over 100 on tap. They have a "six-pack" sampler, which is a 5oz sample of six beers. They six-pack changes every Tuesday. They give you a print-out of the beers on the sampler with a description and lsiting of the alcohol content, which is very convenient. Its not a bad deal for $8.95. I will go back again and if you have to wait, you can always walk around legacy place. They give you a buzzer and there is a lot fo store to check out ni the area.
(4)Rob D.
This place constantly disappoints me. Food is mediocre at best. Have been served cold food, moldy bread etc. Nothing but the beer selection and location stand out here. Overpriced for the quality that you get. Only go between 3-5 when the apps are half priced. That's all they are worth. Go to wicked pizza across the way. Much better food and actually worth the wait.
(1)Alex B.
Good thing they have a beer selection because this may be the only redeeming quaity to this restaurant. Tried the turkey sliders and bbq pizza. The pizza dough tasted like it was stale not even a little crunchy. The turkey burgers came out pink so i had to send them back. the only good thing about the burger was the bread it's like a hawaiian sweet bread besides that the taste was mediocre at best. You can get better food at Uno's and it's cheaper!
(2)Danielle E.
Soo--- This place would have gotten 4 stars because I would not have had any expectations. My hubby and 2 good friends of ours decided to head here on a Saturday evening around 6 (BIG mistake!) We waited 2 and a half hours to be seated. So with this wait my mouth salivated with the knowledge that I would be able to taste these amazing eats as any place that has a wait that long must be spectacular. Not so much, the food was good, definitely not worth a wait over 30 minutes...
(3)Erin M.
Wow, this place is fantastic! I love trying different kinds of beer, so when I heard about how many kinds they have here, I made it a point to check it out. I wasn't really expecting much out of the food, since usually when a place chooses to focus so heavily on a large beer selection, they don't put as much focus on the food. Man was I wrong! This is not your typical fried pub food joint! The seared ahi tuna app was amazing, the spinach and artichoke dip had lobster in it, and everyone at the table raved about their meals! And ohhhh the beer! I've been here twice, and the second time was just as good as the first. The shrimp enchilada that came with my jerk chicken with shrimp stack was possibly one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten. The only negative thing that I can say is that you can expect to wait an hour for a table (even on a weeknight), and they don't take reservations on weekends. Maybe because they're still pretty new? Fortunately, Yard House is in a pretty nice shopping plaza, so there's lots to do to kill some time while you wait.
(4)Paul L.
Great beer selection
(4)Ash T.
PROS: 160 beers on draft and humongous portion sizes. Try the beer sampler or if you're daring try the half yard. The taps are nicely arranged all around the bar. Nachos are great. CONS: Very popular and must come here early...or on the weekends expect to wait an hour. It gets very crowded and sometimes the wait staff will take a while to get your food.
(4)Meryl K.
I loved this place and can tell that we'll be frequent customers. Tonight we had excellent burgers - the turkey burger and the pepper jack burger. They were both really fabulously delicious, moist, and cooked perfectly. I also love that you can get a cup of soup or salad instead of fries. The tomato bisque is very tasty and it went really well with the flavors of the turkey burger. The turkey burger also had gorgeous slices of really nice, ripe Roma tomato on it - not some crappy limp white tomato slice. The pepper jack burger had an entire huge roasted chile pepper on it! YUM! The burger buns are also really good, tasty, fresh and not too bready. Boyfriend's Caeser side salad was nicely made. We also had above average, attentive service. Our waiter paid a lot of attention to us, refilling our water many times and asking us if we needed anything. I LOVE having my water filled a lot, so immediately I was very happy. The beer - fantastic. The waiter was full of helpful recommendations about the selection. Tonight we had a Rogue Dead Guy, an apricot wheat and a Hoegaarden (yeah, nothing too exciting, but they were all good). I was brought an incorrect beer once and it was taken away and corrected within thirty seconds. Like I said, the service was great! We loved it, and we're actually planning to go back on Friday! I'm excited to have such a great selection of drafts close by and some tasty, fairly cheap food to go with them. We'll be regulars here.
(5)Adam D.
Five stars for the beer list, three for the food. An extra half point for the variety of vegetarian offerings. The coconut shrimp are excellent as is the pastrami sandwich. The vegetarian mushroom lettuce wraps are good, but a bit too salty and way to oily. The vegetarian chicken rice bowl is very good, but again, a a bit too oily. Children's menu is very good. Mac and Cheese is real (I think) and they have crayons, wipes, and healthy deserts for the kids as well.
(4)Michael K.
the Yard House is a nicely built out bar / restaurant. They have over 100 quality beers on tap. And because there are so many, you can get 4oz samplers of the beers. My favorite thing to do! There are tons of TVs throughout the bar. We happened to go during a Pats game on a Sunday afternoon. And you couldn't miss a play, especially when the crowd was cheering every completion. We had the Chicken Nachos which were huge, but there wasn't much chicken in it at all. The pico de gallo and 2 sauces they brought out with the nachos didn't seem to have much flavor or kick to it either. Ended up using lots of tabasco sauce. I got the Pastrami Sandwich which was huge and it came with shoestring crispy fries (just how I like them). The bread for the sandwich was toasted, but also dousted in butter, and it was extremely soggy. The pastrami was good and it was topped with jalapenos with some brown mustard on the side. I ended up eating the pastrami with a fork because the bread wasn't holding together due to the overdoes of butter. oh yeah, I had a kona fire ale which I highly recommend if you like strong ales but not IPAs. The menu was pretty decent size, so I would definitely try it again and explore other items. If not for the food, just for the beers!
(3)Lindsay C.
Good Tunes and Good Munchin inside this Chain Restaurant. This place does chain right. Their food is fresh and creative and well, not cheap. I was in Dedham at Legacy Place and had a choice of hitting up Met Bar, Aquitaine and couple other places. But once I saw the neat exterior and interesting name of this place and then rocking tunes pouring out (oh, and the mentioning of one of the largest providers of beers on draft) the Yard House had me! A Truffle Fries, BBQ Chicken with Smoked Gouda, Onion and Cilantro Pizza and Shipyard Pumpkin Ale later... I walked out a happy lady! Sister in law had the Crab Cake Hoagie; Husband had the Roast Beef Dip Sandwhich... both loved their meals equally. I will be back... and the menu also stated they are opening a location in BOSTON
(4)Fran L.
The only good thing about yard house are their beers and appetizers. The entrees here were a bit on the disappointing side. I ordered the Mediterranean seared scallops and I felt like I was just eating sand instead of scallops. A lot of sand. The side of rice that came with it was okay. A bit too sour, but it was okay. My friends said their burgers were just okay, definitely had better else where. If I ever come back, I'll only come back for their appetizers and beers.
(3)Diane B.
Although a long wait is to be expected on a Saturday night when we were finally seated it was outside . It was a chilly night and only two heaters were working - no one should have been seated outside . It took an unusually long time for our food to be served and although the manager came over and reassured us that it would be out soon one member of our party did not get his food until well after the rest of the party. Food was warm and the truffle fries that everyone raves about were cold . The beer was good but honestly can find good beer in many places . Doubtful that we will make the trip back .
(2)Robert H.
These reviews should be folded into the ones for Yard House / Bar, since they refer to the same establishment, and this heading closed.
(4)Allan S.
I think they said they had over a hundred beers on tap. Need I say more? The food was delicious, they offer far more than bar food, and the staff friendly. We've gone back several times since and will continue to do so.
(5)Emma W.
So I really like this place, primarily for their beer selection, which has been covered already in reviews. The food is also great, and I certainly appreciate all the vegetarian options- it's nice to be able to go to a bar and not just have to get mozzarella sticks! I've found the service to be pretty good (also I've had the same server, Grant, a couple times and he's AWESOME. He's clearly a beer-ophile and always seems happy to spend a couple extra minutes talking about his current favorites and describing all the options.). The only negatives are the wait- unless you get there super early or super late you're going to get a wait of like an hour or more. Crazy! No reservations also.
(5)KMarie G.
I went to the Yard House on Friday, Nov. 10th with 3 friends. We arrived at 4:45 and there was a 45 minute wait. No big deal, it was a Friday night! Anyways, we were seated before the 45 minutes was up, and had Maureen as our waitress. She was all sorts of friendly until my evening went down hill... I ordered the Seared Ahi Tuna Burger. Not complicated, or so I thought... When our food was brought out, I was presented with a TURKEY burger. No. I AM A PESCO-VEGETARIAN. I promptly alerted our waitress of the mixup, and she said she'd put in another order for the correct menu item. A few minutes later, a manager came over to tell us that things were being taken care of. Great! Or so I thought... The clock kept ticking and ticking and we were planning on seeing a movie right after dinner. I sent my food back just before 6PM and by 6:30 my Tuna burger still hadn't been brought out! I asked another manager where my food was. She didn't care. Finally our waitress reappeared, without my food, and she didn't seem to care either, and wasn't one bit apologetic. I do not understand what takes so long to bring out a TUNA Burger??? Did you need to go to Whole Foods and buy more Ahi Tuna? Anyways, as we were leaving, at 6:50 PM, my Ahi Tuna Burger came out in a takeout container. So I basically sat at the Yard House for an ENTIRE HOUR waiting for that place to get my order right. The problem is not that my order was messed up. Things happen. The problem is with how it was handled. Zero apology from the waitress. Zero sense of urgency to correctify the issue. The Yard House does such a great business that they really don't seem to care if they piss off one party. Well, this one party won't be back. And it's a shame too, because I used to like the place.
(1)Shankar D.
Beer: Loved the 'young's double chocolate'. If you like stout beer, definitely try this one.
(4)Meghan P.
Let me explain my rating: The Yard House in San Diego = AMAZING The Yard House in Dedham = underwhelming --------------------------------------------------Â------------------- I have eaten at this location 4 times and only the first time was good! My food is always cold or bland. Beer menu is extensive so you can always find something you like- its hard to mess up beer :) --- They only serve 1/2 yard here not full yard like in CA. Stick with the beer and maybe an appetizer and spend your money on dinner somewhere else. I really hope they can turn it around because I used to LOVE LOVE LOVE this place.
(2)Thomas N.
well this was our first visit to legacy place and to the yard house, was very nicely impressed.....great beer selection and a great many on drafts, place was sort of dimly lit and was very packed for a thursday lunch time......i had a couple of different and or new beers , i had the mac and cheese which was great, wife had the grilled cheese sandwich and soup( did we both crave cheese today!?) which was also excellent, also had the small salad which was good....service was very pleasant and informative as we ate at the bar..over all a great experience and would certainly look forward to getting back here...
(4)Brian D.
Saturday night, about 9:30p, Yard House looks A-OK as we stroll across the street from the movie theater at Legacy Place in Dedham. Place is pretty packed, looks like a late 20's - mid 30's sort of suburban meat market + elderly LL Bean shoppers convention. That's OK, I get it. Not a lot of options for shopping for comfort travel clothing and picking up swingers in the burbs these days. Anywhoo, we squeeze into the bar and order beers off the massive yet-not-really-jaw-dropping-awesome beer list. House beers, not that great. Not awful, but not great. About 2 minutes later enter (I shall leave him nameless here) 'GUY' the bar manager. Let me reenact our conversation with 'GUY'. GUY: Hey there, my name is GUY, I'm one of the managers here at the Yard House. Me and Wife: Ok, hi. GUY: I need to ask you to remove that bottle of water from the counter, Ok? Wife: I don't have a bag with me, can I just drink it? GUY: ...I need to ask you to remove that bottle of water from the counter, Ok? Can you put it in your purse? Wife? Right. I don't have a purse with me. It's not even open. (trying to hand bottle to me so I can, I guess, put it my pants pocket?) GUY: That would be awesome. Thanks for coming to the Yard House! (GUY stands there, arms crossed, grinning like he just won the lottery, watches us as we try to figure out what to do with said bottle while we whip out the old Visa. Mind you, we're blushing from embarrassment while all the patrons around us stare at us like we just beat a baby seal to death. Done paying the tab we can get the hell out of there and try to figure out what the hell just happened.) In a NuTsHeLl: Yard House may be just fine, or may suck, either way, I'm in no hurry to go back and be treated to sophomoric, passive aggressive, customer service by some GUY who gets off on being able to make customers leave on a busy night for no good reason at all. Shame on you GUY. Shame. Shame.
(1)Pat S.
A frequent stop of ours. Always decent food, can't beat the beer selection. Was a little disappointed some of the limited edition beers were tapped out, but plenty of other selections to choose from. Good staff. Can be noisy, but mostly due to popularity and crowds - not necessarily a bad thing. Very knowledgeable bar staff about all of the different brews on tap.
(4)Dmitri K.
Choices choices choices. Try their beer sampler, then pick the best of the litter. Fish tacos at the bar with avocado, top notch.
(5)Paul D.
Great beer selection, expansive menu, but has that fake chain atmosphere, and is just way, way to expensive. And forget trying to have a conversation on a Friday night. But if you prefer to eat at a mall, and Olive Garden, Applebees, and Chilis all have a wait, go for it.
(2)John T.
A mixed bag of pros and cons, and sadly one of the cons is the food. I don't know if it's me, but it seems to have gone downhill and feels no different than a TGI Fridays, Applebees or any other chain that just has 'cooks' on a production line but no 'chefs'. The beer selection is great, the booths are huge and roomy, and there is pretty good variety on the menu. In short, I'd go there if that's where my group wanted to go, but it's not my first choice. If I'm at Legacy place, I'd go to the Met Bar first.
(2)Mabel N.
Great food for a sport bar!! We had the light beer called longboard. We had the truffle fries it was delicious (excepts it is really greasy/oily). Korean pork belly taco was sooo yummy. Well marinated pork belly (Small taco for a $4.75). Thai lettace wrap was delicious. The chicken was chopped fine along with the bean curd it was yummy. Be preapred to get your hands dirty with this chicken lettuce wrapped :P Ribeye was tender and well flavored. The butter on top of the ribeye was delicious. Mashed potatoes was ok. Vodka tomatoes shrimp angle hair - creamy and buttery tomatoes sauce with a splash of vodka !! Delicious. Barbecue chicken pizza was alright. Not too impressive. Will def go back for their ribeye and Korean pork belly taco.
(4)Jean F.
The wait can be a pain and parking seriously should be an olympic sport but they have a big menu, good food and tons of beers on tap. Love meeting friends from the city here.
(4)Emily S.
This place is more than just a pub. I've been here twice now and the food was excellent both times. There are some great options on the menu! The wine was good and the beer list looked good too if that's more your thing. My friend has some allergy concerns and the chefs were very helpful in accommodating his diet. The Yard House is insanely busy weekend nights so prepare for a wait or make reservations. Despite the craziness the service was pretty decent both times. My only complaint is that it can be pretty loud and hard to hear the person next to you.
(4)James W.
in all honesty, i'm probably not telling you anything the other 175 reviewers haven't, but here's my $0.02 anyway. take it while it's hot. the beer list is the most extensive i've seen anywhere near boston, and everything is on tap. the beer menu is well organized, breaking the beers out by variety and flavor profile, so that's helpful in ordering and if you want to try something new. i'm a big fan of the rose gaarden on a hot summer day - lindemann's framboise & hoegaarden. the food, however, is nothing special. the crab cake hoagie ($14) was dry. like, 3 glasses of water dry. even the bacon and spiced aioli didn't add enough moisture. at first, i wondered why the yard house's mac-n-cheese ($17) was listed as a mathematical formula - (mac + cheese) squared? really? - but then i ordered it. it's ... complicated. chicken, bacon, mushrooms, a bunch of cheeses and truffle oil. it's pretty good, but the combination of bacon and oil made it very greasy and heavy. the burgers ($11 - $15) are probably the best, if unadventurous, bet. mine, rare, was flavorful & juicy. maybe a little too juicy. next time i order one rare, i'm going to ask them to toast the bun a little as mine was falling apart mid-way through. service has been fine on every visit and the staff clearly gets some education on the beer menu. it can get a little loud inside, but this place is absolutely huge. the outdoor seating is a nice option, but it's right on the drive for the parking lot, so you're at the mercy of the cars going by. if the occassional whiff of exhaust fumes is going to ruin your day, sit inside.
(3)Chas K.
It's good that Sarah N. of Yardhouse is addressing some reviews, but it would be even better if management remedied some of the consistent complaints like no beer prices on the menu and charging for things like 1/2 oz. beer samples and anchovies on a Caesar salad without telling customers first.
(2)victoria l.
I gave this 4 stars because the service was great, the atmosphere was nice and they had a very large drink selection. The food was Okay. The onion rings could have been tastier with better dipping sauces. My husband really liked his Spicey Tuna roll, and it was huge not what he expected, it could definitely feed a few people (appetizer). I got the baby leaf spinach salad which was really tastey they have a great balsamic dressing! Hubby got the Spicey salad which was very spicey but, he loves that stuff so he enjoyed it. Last I got the creme brulee, it was very different it had bananas on top and chocolate on the bottom, though I prefer my creme brulee to have nothing on it, it was very good. I loved the chocolate on the bottom and didnt care for the bananas. If you read my other posts you'll see I am obsessed with creme brulee =) All in all it is a cool place and I will be going back!
(4)Jen G.
"Can someone please turn down the gaggling fourty year old woman's birthday party and the loud music!? I can't hear the person next to me...sheesh." It is really really loud here, so I wouldn't even think about it if you're planning on holding a conversation with your company. Noise level aside, this is a pretty cool place. Low lighting, nice modern decor. There is a really big bar in the middle of the room with tv's if you're interested in whatever game is on. I am a fan of the HUGE oval booths that seat ~9 people easily. Booth seating is the best. The food is tasty though a bit on the expensive side. Great menu variety but they really feature their beverages. If you are a beer person, this place is for you. The have everything you can think of and a lot that I haven't heard of but would gladly sample....oh yeah thats the other thing. You get charged for beer samples, so be aware of this if you're feeling adventurous.
(4)Beth R.
I've twice been to the Yard House and now, a total fan. The food and drink selection is exciting and everything tastes delicious. I love the music and the bar is a nice size too. Only gripe is the pricing...I think they could afford to bring it down a notch.
(4)Mike L.
I recommend this place to all of my friends. I love the food, the atmosphere and the beer selection. Not your typical pub food and a nice variety of choices for vegetarians and meatatarians. The service is awesome. Always attentive and friendly. The beer list is very impressive. Everyone can find their favorite on draught. The one downside I could find is that it usually gets very busy for dinner and the wait times can be lengthy. Very excited for the one to open up in Boston!
(5)Deeba A.
Food is good, a bit pricy, and noisy. Overall the experience is ok. I highly recommend making a reservation. It is nearly impossible to get in right when you want. The place is busy.
(3)Christine K.
I am definitely a fan of the Yard House. I'm not going to lie...I have a soft spot for ridiculously posh atmospheres. Which is fairly unlike my personality :-) THE BEER: I love that they have 160 beers on tap. Yes, some of them are pricey. If you come here and get a Miller Light, it's not so pricey! I decided to indulge in the Youngberry Chocolate which is Lindeman's Framboise Lambic and Young's Chocolate Stout. IT WAS OUTRAGEOUSLY delicious. Another neat thing you can do is get there Sampler of the Day for only $8.95 for 6-5oz. Pours. That's pretty good! Also, you can get samples of the beers for $1. They give you a 3 oz. pour. THE FOOD: I happen to think the food is VERY tasty. The first time I went we got the Bearnaise burgers and the BBQ pizza. I had NO complaints at ALL. They were delicious! The second time I got the Ahi Tuna Sandwich. I really enjoyed it, but I wish I got it on a different bread! The best part is Happy Hour: Monday - Friday * 3PM - 6PM and Sunday - Thursday * 10PM - 12A. HALF PRICED APPETIZERS AND PIZZAS! My boyfriend and I made a meal out of that! Delicious AND easy on our pocket. THE PRICE: I know it's pricey, but with happy hour and sample specials, I think I can deal with it. :-)
(4)Casper T.
Great selection of beer, service is friendly. We usually get the appetizers - thai chicken noodle salad, the coconut shrimp appetizer are much recommended
(4)Kaitlyn B.
Visited the Yard House last night with my boyfriend and a few friends. I had heard rave reviews from some other people and had been meaning to check it out. We called at 7:30 to put our names in for a patio table and at that time I was quoted 45 mins. We picked up our buzzer around 7:45 and waited outside for the rest of our party to arrive. We were buzzed around 8:30, so a little longer than anticipated but considering that we made a specific request to sit outside, I didn't think it was too bad. While the restaurant itself was busy for a Wednesday night, the patio didn't seem hectic or crammed at all. They have a lovely little fireplace you can sit near and they also have heat lamps overhead in case it gets a little chilly. I was pleasantly surprised with the menu selection for both food and beer. This place has something for everyone - salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, fish, pasta - you name it, it's probably listed. They claim to have the largest selection of draft beers in America (I'd estimate about 150-160). I think that Sunset Grill and Tap in Boston is the closest runner-up with 112. However, the Yard House beer menu is much easier to read than the pamphlet you get when ordering at Sunset! Our waitress, Meaghan, was very nice and well-informed about the menu, but she did seem to be a bit distracted while waiting on us. My boyfriend ordered an Arrogant Bastard while I stuck with my usual Blue Moon. We started with the onion ring tower and the spinach and cheese dip. The onion rings were pretty standard in quality, but the portion was huge. However, it paled in comparison to the spinach and cheese dip. I started wishing I had ordered that instead! For dinner, my boyfriend and I both ordered the Classic cheeseburgers - a pretty boring selection on this menu - but we ended up with BBQ burgers. Delicious (and cooked perfectly) but definitely unexpected. I did love the shoestring fries! Our friends both ordered the fish and chips, which looked like a more-than-substantial portion, and they seemed satisfied with their selection. The bill for the four of us came to about $100; not too bad for 3 beers, 2 apps and 4 entrees. We had a great time catching up and didn't feel rushed at all. I will definitely consider the Yard House again for lunch or dinner when I'm shopping at Legacy Place.
(4)Tricia W.
I had to debate for quite a while over whether to give Yard House 3 or 4 stars, and I ultimately decided on 3...but really 3.5. Atmosphere: Loud, dark, bar scene Wait: LONG. We were told 30-40 mins at 6:15 on a Thursday night, and ended up waiting an hour. Service: Decent. Considering the crowd, the food came out pretty quickly. Food: Interesting but pricey menu; definitely a step up from your average bar cuisine option and it is refreshing to see the wide range of options and ingredients offered. I had the spicy chicken sandwich. The Cajun aioli was delicious, the cheese flatbread was pretty bread-y but a good match, and the chicken was nicely grilled and flavored, without being rubbery. Only complaint is that there was way too much bread for way too little chicken. French fries were thinly-cut and delicious. My dining partner had the French Dip Roast Beef sandwich and said it was very good, and less greasy than the average French Dip. However, he said his onion soup tasted like it contained a generous helping of gravy master.
(3)Ben L.
I really want to like this place. I generally enjoy a good beer list, but I did not have a good experience. The Pros: The appetizers were a definite high point. We had all sorts of good snacks and, though not cheap, they were well done. The Mediocre: The beer list was big, but not special. There was enough selection for me to pick a good beer, but not enough for me to try something new or something that I don't often find. It is how I imagine a corporate chain would approach the world of craft beer: boring. And with only a couple rotating seasonal taps, I don't see it getting any better. If you're going to spend that much for a beer, you can get something more interesting down the street at BBC or a by going into the city. Or you can just get the same beer for less somewhere else. Seems like a real opportunity lost in my eyes... so may taps, so little intrigue. The atmosphere was sort of sterile. The place had the shiny surfaces and clean lines of a well designed chain restaurant, which it is all of. The Bad: I had a really awful meal. I mean, it was bad beyond disagreeing with my personal taste in food. I couldn't eat it. On telling the server I couldn't eat it, she packaged it for us to take home, where I tried to pawn it off on others and they couldn't eat it either. There were burnt bits, and overcooked bits, and the remaining balance was bland and terrible. When spending the better part of a $20 bill on a pasta dish, I expect it to be edible or returnable. I had to make myself something to eat after getting home. The other unfortunate bit was not so bad, but we made a reservation for our group and we got sat a half-hour late. Given the meal that followed, I wish i had just kept my money and my time. At least I was with good friends, which made the evening enjoyable despite the meal.
(1)Jay B.
This place is solid. We had several sandwiches for lunch and they all had lots of flavor - instead of being big chain blando. Mine was the roast beef and au jus - and salty beefiness was everywhere. The Yardhouse also has a substantial beer menu. So for a longer and more interesting work lunch - solid.
(3)Sherie J.
High energy from the moment you enter. This is definitely a little bit of California right in Dedham. I've been to the original in LB and I have to say I enjoyed myself more here. Partially because the waitstaff/barstaff and Manager are world class. That just doesn't happen organically. They have one of the best restaurant managers in the area holding the fort here. He makes sure his team is courteous, available and professional. The best thing to do here is try a beer you've never had before. With 130 on tap you'd be a sucker to try some $10.25 mixed drink. While they are probably great; stick with the beers, that's the point. The other 'best' thing about the menu is that they are never short on avocado. I LOVE the green stuff and there are plenty of menu items with avo on it. Check out the Spicy Tuna App. It's a 6"diameter of layered decadence! Tomato, edamame, Ahi tuna, with actual chunks...a layer of avocado and shredded seaweed. I ate the entire thing! Then the Caesar salad was scrumptious, by the time my entree came, I had to box it up (Orange Chicken with Brown Rice). My BFF had edamame, gluten free beer and an avocado burger that looked yum. You cannot order anything cooler than medium here...they don't serve it! So I stuck to the raw fish! ;) Awesome place, great crowd. Thanks to our handsome bartender and Ed.
(5)Bret C.
What a disappointment. Yard House is mediocre at best. They have however many beers on tap. All of the food is kind of blah - one thing to definitely stay away from is the pizza. It's gross. And they are EXPENSIVE! Waits tend to get very long as well. Only good point - it's nice to see a unique chain come to the area with some outdoor seating. Solid anchor for attracting people toward the back of Legacy Place. Okay place to hang and have a drink, but much beyond that is not good.
(2)Jess L.
4 starsbased on quality and service. However, accept that the Yard house is a Yuppie brew pub. Prices for everything are ridiculously inflated considering the concept. Service was excellent. Large tap beer selection, but without a decent seasonal selection....they better step it up if they want to appeal to beer connoiseurs (sp). Super-sized booths for large groups, or people. "tuna roll" app was so so good...a meal in itself. Their French fries are aweful...they're shoestring style and too oily. Skip the tuna sandwich...Although very fresh I should know that rare ahi tuna never belongs between two pieces of bread. Burgers are huge and well- prepared. I'd go back for apps...if I'm not paying the tab.
(4)Beck N.
I wanted to love this place, but I just couldn't. They get 3 stars for atmosphere & decent waitstaff, but their beer & food... not so much. Yes, they have many, many beers on tap. But, for beer geeks like hubby & me, there was not much new to try...& for $6+/beer, I was a bit disappointed. The food was eh... I got the 4 cheese pizza, which was super sloppy & difficult to eat. Hubby ordered the Southern fried chicken & enjoyed it. For the price we paid, I expected something more... The decor was nice, but the atmosphere left something to be desired. It was filled with early 40s to 50s after work crowd & it was very loud. If you want to have an actual conversation while you enjoy dinner, this is not the place for you. Also, if you want to order another round, they do not have a beer menu on the table. The only beer menu is the cumbersome book you get to order your food. In short , if you must go here, stop here during happy hour 4:30-6 to get 1/2 off apps & grab a brew.
(3)Erin M.
Unlike Yasa, my husband and I are very happy to be known as regulars! We come from Wisconsin, where being a regular means you know your bartenders and staff, and they know you, which means you get great service-well, at the Yard House in Dedham, you get great service whether or not you're a regular. The ones we see on a regular basis deserve a LOT of credit. First and foremost...Dennis is the man you need to see-always happy to see his customers! Adam, Marlon, John, Whitney, Dan, Ashly, Kyana, and Charlie (bartenders) the barbacks Sean and John, and servers Renee, Crystal and Drew-they're all awesome people! The managers we see are Daniels and Heather (who is now at Fenway) Anyways, we always feel welcomed, we always sit at the bar, and we always get taken care of. These people are GREAT at their jobs-otherwise we wouldn't come back as much as we do. Both my husband and I have worked as bartenders/servers, and know what it means to be treated like we are. The food is always good! (so props to the people in the kitchen too!) We usually stick to our avocado swiss burgers (swap pepperjack for swiss), add bacon and one medium, one medium rare. We've gotten a few other things, but we love our burgers-which are always delicious. Friends meet us there and we've never heard a complaint. We usually stand at the open spot at the end of the bar by the kitchen and wait until seats open up at the bar (or the bartenders will help us scout them out) just so we can interact with these guys! We've had some interesting things happen while we've lived in the Boston area, and we can always count on our friends at the Yard House to lend us an ear. We now live in Dedham, so we're much closer-and will be there more frequently. We could go lots of places in the Boston area for dinner and drinks and spend about the same, if not more, but we love this place because of the people that work there. We are self proclaimed beer snobs-being from Wisconsin, having been bartenders, managed a small/high end specialty liquor store/homebrewers....and they have a great beer selection. Best one we've seen around here. Other places have a good selection, but this one is constantly good! I hope I didn't forget anyone, but I had to rave about this team-outstanding!
(5)Jacqueline C.
Good food & beer selection but giving the low rating due to the lack of courtesy. I was trying to get through the front door with a stroller and none of the THREE people at the front even thought to come over and hold the door open, but were just staring at me! When I get in, then I get a "can I help you?"!!!
(2)Simon G.
A good place with a wide wide variety of beer! If you love beer, you'll definitely like to come here for a drink and grab some lunch or dinner. The portions of meals here are a good size and the price range is far for the type of restaurant it is. The place is very dimly lit with lots of television screens for the sports fan. It being very popular during the evenings, you'd definitely want to remember your waitress/waiter in-case you need to flag them down for a drink or change of order.
(4)Jessie R.
I was happily surprised by this Legacy Place restaurant and bar as far as the food and drinks went. The service - not so much. There is a lot of really bad chain food around here and the baja fish tacos were really refreshing after days of bad food at other lunch spots. The mac and cheese was also good and the beer selection is awesome - Rouge Hazelnut Brown Nectar for all!! I definitely enjoyed it more as a bar and less as a restaurant, mostly because of our service. Our server was MIA for a while even after we explained we were trying to make a movie and wanted to put our food in quickly. We had to do that awkward grab-a-random-waitress thing to put in our food on time. Also - they play loud classic rock, and I could have used some deeper cuts after hearing the same Tom Petty song three times over the course of an hour and a half, but what can you do. Overall, not bad for the Boston suburbs.
(3)Sachin P.
Excellent options for vegetarians and strong beer selection. Only downside is volume of music. YARD HOUSE!!!!!
(5)Jason G.
I thought this place was really good. We went there for a late lunch/early dinner on a Saturday and it was packed. We sat in the bar area, which was a little noisy...but I am chalking it up to the fact that it was the high tables surrounding the bar. The service was good and refilled drinks without asking or encumbrance. The food was really good. We tried the clam chowder and classic ranch salad for appetizers ($2.95 added onto any meal). They were both very good. For a $3 salad appetizer it was quite large. For entrees I had the Pepperjack Burger, and my girlfriend had the Mac & Cheese(2). They were both excellent. I would recommend this place to anyone, and probably better if you are a beer drinker as they have a huge selection.
(5)Jack P.
Fly in my Chardonnay? More like dead moth in my Cobb Salad. Really disgusting to get halfway through a meal and find a dead bug in it. I did at the Yard House on a recent visit. It was gross, but what was more disturbing was the fact that the staff found it amusing. I saw the server bring the plate back into the kitchen, and a gaggle of servers and cooks gathered around cackling. I wonder how funny it will be when health dept stops by? Spoke to the manager, but no response from "corporate" as of yet. More than anything, this experience shows that Yard House cuts corners in washing/prepping its vegetables/lettuce. a lot Makes you wonder what other short cuts they take. Like hand washing? I won't be eating there again. Here's my Cobb-Webb salad, complete with bug: tinypic.com/r/23jlawn/7
(2)Debra B.
The Yard House is in the Legacy Place in Dedham, a beautiful shopping & dining area. I came here with a group of 9 people, and the booth tables were long enough to fit us all. We waited for about 45 minutes for a table around 8:30pm on a Wednesday night and was absolutely worth it. The service was great, very nice, and knowledgable with their food and drink menu. I ordered the garlic noodles with shrimp, blue crab meat and lobster claws, a summer salad, and a side of truffle fries. I was a happy camper with each dish. The menu is quite expensive, but the food portions balances it out and is definitely worth it. If Dedham wasn't that far from me, I would come here more often. I reccommend this place for sure!
(4)Evan G.
I love this place. I love beer, and Yard House has a million billion of them, mostly draft. I've also eaten here and its excellent. I had the truffle mac & cheese which was awesome, and I've also had a steak here that probably wasn't worth the price tag. Apps are awesome and beer is awesome. My gripe with this place isn't so much the place itself, but really the location. As cool as Legacy Place is, I absolutely HATE going there. It's crowded, you can't park anywhere but the top of the garage at night, and I hate waiting for a table. If there is a wait in a restaurant I'll probably go elsewhere, just because I'm impatient. I'd definitely recommend this place during the week, it will be much easier to actually get a seat / get a parking spot.
(4)Michael W.
Perhaps the largest assortment of beers I have seen....the place has the feel of a large national chain like a Cheesecake Factory in terms of the massive menu and the way that it is decorated....but I generally have found the food to be passable....it sounds better in the description than it is on the plate but the appetizers are pretty good.....they offer "gardein" meat substitute which is sort of creepy sounding but I tried it and it was surprisingly not bad.....the place is always crowded, super loud and while the service has always been good they really should give you a bit more time to make your selections because it is a really large menu. Overall a fun place with o.k. food and a great beer list. It isn't too pricey but I would not bring kids.
(3)Matt L.
Not sure why I have heard mixed reviews about this place. It is fairly new and sits inside Legacy Place which has a few other top restaurants. You wouldn't know it but it is a chain and this location is quite large inside. I heard they are opening another one of these near Fenway. If you are looking for a quiet place, this aint it. The inside is dimly lit and has large screen TVs in every corner and behind the bar. The beer selection in this place is unreal. They must have over a hundred beers on tap of all types from micro brews to domestics to loads of foreign and local specialities. The first three pages of the menu are all beer selections. Plus they will even let you sample a few prior to making a selection. Some are served in the large "yard" glasses. The staff here is very friendly and promotes some of the beers on the menu and lets you know which ones are the best tasting. Speaking of the menu, it is huge. This place has a dish for every appetite. From tons of appetizers to salads and then loads of sandwiches and burgers to entrees. We were here for lunch and you can get lunch portions of the dinners. I had mac and cheese cooked up in truffle oil and a side of truffle fries. It took a little while to get the food, but when it came it was worth the wait. Delicious from start to finish. I even saw a few burgers pass by and those looked pretty good as well. The prices were moderate similar to a Cheesecake Factory and it was a pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this place to go out with friends, family or even a date. However, from what I heard, the music can be quite loud in the evenings.
(4)Nicole M.
The Yard House is a great place for an after work drink and appetizers! The beer selection is awesome and the staff are super friendly and helpful. I have loved everything I have eaten here as well. I've only been for dinner once, and happy hour many times. They do half price appetizers for happy hour and they are delicious! Dinner can be a bit pricey for a beer restaurant but the quality and portions are great. Definitely go here!
(5)Ashley M.
At first, the half yard drinks seemed fun and different and the servers were very attentive. However, for such high prices, the quality of the food fell short. Tasteless pasta dishes and salads soaked in dressing. To top it off, we informed the manager that there were two underage kids (in high school, as we knew exactly who they and their families were) drinking at their bar, and in return he told us that he checked their ID's and ignored our concerns. When we tried to order another round of drinks, he came over and carded us each three times (yes three!) making us provide credit cards, bank cards, etc.etc. and made sure our drinks took at least twenty minutes. So much for trying to be good sports and make sure they weren't serving minors. I have been to some amazing restaurants, and this one isn't worth your money.
(1)Luna L.
Have been twice for drinks on the weekends, the Dirty martinis were good (although I would have liked blue cheese stuffed olives) My sister in law reports her pom martinis were good as well. I would have liked a Mojito but any real mojito drinker knows you DO NOT use a mix in this cocktail and unfortunately Yardhouse does which is not a true mojito. Its a nice atmosphere, upbeat, the bartenders were eficient and service was good overall. The bathroom was strange, I think they were going for trendy with the sinks in the ladies room but it just ends up messy and water gets everwhere i put my bag down and it was soaked.
(3)Teresa M.
After hearing some great reviews about Yard House, my husband and I decided to finally try it on Saturday. We arrived around 9 and were told it would be a 25 minute wait. To our liking our buzzer went off only about 10 minutes later and we were seated. Our waiter wasn't very friendly, but it was packed and we decided to chalk that up to it being busy. My cesar salad wasn't anything special, the dressing was very watery. My husband ordered the egg rolls and loved them. For dinner I ordered the Rib Eye, my absolute favorite cut of meat. I opted to get steamed spinach instead of broccoli for my side. Unfortunately when it arrived it was in this gross black water. I understand steamed spinach will always be served in some sort of water, but its usually bright green and flavorless. The black water really grossed me out so I put the spinach to the side and ate my steak and mashed potatoes instead. The steak was wonderful, cooked to perfection! A bit charred on the outside yet still medium in the middle. The mashed potatoes were creamy and perfectly seasoned, next time I think I'll have double mashed with my steak! My husband ordered Mac and Cheese with chicken. He loved it! I tried a bite and it was fabulous! We'll definitely be back!
(4)Liz B.
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! They had great food, great service, AND great music! If you don't like a Hard Rock Cafe atmosphere this place isn't for you. Yes it's loud, with great tunes, and the food is excellent!!!! They also have super long booths to easily seat 10. And the Hostess told us that they even have longer ones! The beers on tap are never ending, and they have a HUGE martini menu! I went with my husband, and we got one appetizer, and then two hamburger plates with two diet cokes. The bill was only $40. Not bad. It was lunch time by the way. We will definitely be going back!!!!
(5)Sue P.
I went here on a Tuesday night last month and was surprised to see a decent amount of people there watching a Celtics game. The Yard House definitely has a cool restaurant/ lounge atmosphere, which fits in nicely with the rest of the Legacy Place restaurants. The waiters were nice, the beers aplenty, and the food was pretty standard. I'm not a huge beer person, but how could I not have a beer at a place that has over 130 on tap? It was nice that the waitress was knowledgeable and could recommend some different ones to try. I just loved the warm brownie dessert right in the pan with ice cream! I think that all of the Legacy Place restaurants had some issues when they opened..... which is EXACTLY why I waited a while before going to any of them. I'll definitely be coming back to the Yard House to watch a game, drink some beers, and have a good time.
(4)Brendan K.
Surf and Turf Burger with a Snake Bite (pear cider mixed w/ Kona Lager). Pretty decent spot for food in the Legacy Place Mall.
(3)Loan V.
I've heard great things about this place but of course every time we try to go around dinner time it's always packed! So my friend and I decided we'd try to go there for lunch on a Sunday to see if the food is really worth the hour wait for dinner. The best thing about going to different restaurants (definitely had my share) is to go with low expectations so you're not disappointed! Boy we're we happy by the end of the meal! We decided to order four different apps so we could try a few items. * Truffle fries - amazing! It's a must try for those fries lovers out there. * Classic Sliders - this came with a side of fries (yes even the plain fries are yummy!). The burger itself wasn't too bad, they were pretty big for sliders, the bread was soft with the right amount of butter but the patties itself could of been a little thicker so you got the right bread/meat ratio. * Blue Crab Cakes - it's pretty good but the mango sauce is what really makes it yummy! If they served the cakes on its own I wouldn't recommend it but you gotta get it so you can try it with their sauce! * Korean BBQ Beef - it was cooked and marinated just right! It also came with jasmine rice and take it from a Vietnamese person that was the real Asian rice LOL. This could have been a meal in its own. * Dessert Trio Sampler - how can you walk away without trying something sweet! This is great to share...chocolate cake, peach cobbler and lemon/raspberry meringue. The portions were pretty big for appetizers! Needless to say we were stuffed and happy. We'll have to come back and try for dinner with entrees cause everything that was coming out of the kitchen looks so delicious! Now I have to say it's worth the hour wait especially with a smiling/happy staff! :)
(4)Brough M.
Ordered take-out "adult mac and cheese"... while we were waiting had some drinks at the bar. The beers on tap (about a thousand) were ice cold and awesome! She had the Pomegranate Martini... best ever! The atmosphere was fantastic, and the service at the bar was great! The Mac and Cheese was great!
(4)Michael C.
I like beer, therefore I like the Yard House very much. I dig the guac. Apt 12 will put you on another planet - great beer, but I slept all night on the first chair I sat on when I got back to my house.
(4)Erin S.
I took my husband to the Yardhouse for his birthday recently and we loved it. We had never been there before and loved the atmosphere. It was busy and filled with high energy. The staff was friendly and efficient and kept up with the fast pace and the crowd. With that said, we also didn't feel rushed to finish and get out. Janelle and Ona were great. The beer selection is huge and well organized on the menu. The food was also delish. There is something for everyone. If you are not a beer drinker they also offer mixed drinks. The pineapple passion is excellent. Overall we truly enjoyed our experience and look forward to going back.
(5)Michael D.
I decided to try this place out recently after my roommate went to one of their locations out of state and really liked it. We went on Friday around 6:30pm and were expecting to have to wait a long time...the hostess quoted us 35 min. and the wait was right on (we were expecting a longer wait due to it being a new place and a Fri. night). We opted to wait outside where it was a little quieter and also considering that even if we attempted to "grab a drink at the bar" like the hostess suggested I don't think we could have made it close enough. Once we were seated our waitress Sandra was very attentive, helpful, and outgoing, giving us good suggestions on both beer and food. The grilled artichoke appetizer was amazing! Beer prices were reasonable for the Boston area (we had the "six pack" beer sampler (think wine flight)), although mixed drinks were kind of pricey. Yes the place was crowded, and yes it was a bit loud, but it seems to be part of the atmosphere...we had no problem watching both the Bruins and Celtics on the large LCD tv's that are scattered throughout. If you are looking for a casual place with a large selection of beer, decent beer prices, friendly staff, and don't mind waiting a bit, I suggest checking it out.
(4)Shelby S.
I was really excited about going to the yard house for my boyfriends birthday with his friends. There's about 18 of us on a Saturday night. I called just to give them a heads up. The woman who answered the phone was nice enough but when the manager got on the phone he was just straight out rude. There have been plenty of times we have gone and our food has been really cold and needed to be sent back and also recieving the wrong beer. Service is hit or miss but we will not be returning to this location ever again due to the horrible customer service we received. We will be spending our night at kings, bowlings! And they were MORE than happy to have us and very accommodating. Maybe the managers at the yard house should walk down to kings and take a class in customer service.
(1)Joel O.
A regular hangout spot of mine. I love the food, and of course, the beer. Do yourself a favor and just get the sampler. Far too many choices! If you feel up to it, try the Belgium sampler.
(5)Elle Z.
Hooray for the only bar at Legacy Place you can get into without a 2 hour wait! I haven't really eaten here, but I had some drinks before going to the movies recently and the beer selection, is as they advertise: Enormous. I had a blend of white ale and strawberry lambic which was really good, really sweet; but really good. The waitstaff was pleasant and knowledgeable, and didn't rush us out of our table, even though we were only going to have a couple drinks (the bar was full) and as I said before, there was very little wait to be seated, because nothing irks me more than being told to "come back in 2 hours" from the hostess at the C Bar, if I feel like waiting for a table on a Friday night, I'll go out in Boston. Its a bit pricey for bar food, until you see the portions, which are the same as the beer list: Enormous. All in all, I'll probably be back for dinner
(3)Krutin D.
TONS OF BEER! Can't go wrong with the selection. TV's galore - perfect spot to watch some New England sports. Food is good too; something for the traditional and adventurous types alike.
(5)Shannon R.
As a pescatarian (no meat/poultry, yes seafood) The Yard House is is THE place to be. They have an amazing Gardein selection that tastes delicious - BBQ "chik" salad is incredible. The spicy tuna "roll" (an appetizer) is also fabulous (and quite unique - you eat it with a FORK!). The martini's are sensational, as well as the mini beer samplers. My only peeve is that it's super busy almost ALL the time and the wait is quite aggravating. Nonetheless, it's worth it.
(4)B C.
A real mixed bag here. The atmosphere is awesome and you wont find a better beer selection anywhere. I was excited to try something completely new and the beer menu is very descriptive. I also found the service to be fantastic, they really seemed to care. This got us excited for a nice family night at a new place, but things fell apart when it came to the food. The clam chowder and the french onion soup were barely warm. (Looking at the other reviews here, it seems heating food is a recurring problem) Waiter took them back promptly and returned them within minutes. The chowder was nice and hot, but they forgot to heat the french onion soup. It came back just as cold as it arrived the first time. Third time around the french onion soup was perfect, and it was delicious. I ordered a turkey burger with the matchstick fries and it was excellent. Our little one ordered the chicken fingers and she loved them. My wife and son ordered dinner salads, but there must have been something wrong with the vinaigrette. It tasted sour. They asked for another dressing to mask the flavor, but it was already on the salad. Both of them barely touched their plates. The servers were very helpful and the meal wasn't expensive, but nobody enjoyed it and considering two of us left without eating, it wasn't a good value. I'm not going back unless its just for beers at the bar. I'll eat elsewhere.
(2)Tiffany T.
I've been here for lunch and happy hour. The pizzas and salads are excellent. Extensive drink menu. Wonderful appetizers esp. the egg rolls and the fried calamari! Great place for groups. Good ambiance. Great service. They are really accommodating esp. if someone in your party has a peanut allergy. The manager came over to talk to us about the allergy to understand the level of its intensity. We appreciated their diligence. I will be back.
(5)Mary F.
Food here is decent, a little pricey but large portion... so I guess it evens out. Service is friendly but a bit on the slow side. My friends and I mainly go here for drinks before hitting up the movies- right next door :). They make the best long island ice tea I've ever had!
(4)Roger L.
This place is BUSY BUSY BUSY ... I've been to this establishment a few times now and the most recent visit just went beyond my expectations. The waiter we got was very knowledgeable about the beverage selection and helped my guests choose something they were very pleased with. There was an incident when one of our pizza had something we requested not to be added, then they brought out a new one very quickly but had chicken and not the Gardien vegetarian version, but before we could take a bite, the manager came back to get it and apologized. We weren't upset at all because we were all having a great time and after two appetizers we could've actually done without the pizza. So to our surprise, the manager did not charge us the pizza and everyone was pleasantly surprised. The waiter came back numerous times to refill our cups and was very attentive by getting us extra napkins and other small things. If you haven't been, you'll definitely enjoy the food and atmosphere. Drinks are plentiful and can fulfill any pallet. Just call ahead and know what to expect the waiting times are.
(4)C. D.
Awesome beer selection, good music, better food. Try and snag a seat at the bar if you can. Lots of TVs (good for catching a game). Amazing burgers and fries. I always get the grilled cheese and tomato basil soup. Don't go here if you are waiting to catch a movie next door because you will miss the movie, happened to me twice, second time was kind of on purpose. Girlfriend wanted to see a movie, I knew once we had a few beers the movie was out the window!
(5)Thien S.
Went for a holiday lunch with co-workers in Dec and it was a little chaotic. However, the food was great. Went back again with family & kids and had a great experience. The food was delicious and the value can't be beat since it was during Happy Hour. The portions were spot on and we had left overs. The staff were very friendly and kept checking up on us, manager too. We will definately be back!
(5)Timothy G.
Beer selection is massive. Went there on a crowded evening, but the time we were told by the host was pretty accurate, if not a bit high. Can't ask for more than that on that aspect. Yard glasses were cool, but surprisingly difficult to drink from. All the food was delicious.
(4)Kristin G.
Solid 4 stars. -Amazing beer selection - great food (i had the turkey burger and it was delicious!) -huge space This place gets PACKED on the weekends. I went on a Thursday night and ended up only waiting about 10 minutes. The beer selection is daunting. The french fries were delicious! Def. stop in here after a day of shopping @ Legacy place! Well worth the trip!
(4)Heather P.
Five star rating just for the beer selection alone....can't leave without trying the mac and cheese! We used to go to the one in Golden, CO and the location outside of Chicago, IL. Never disappoints!
(5)Melissa S.
Absolutely love this place! I always meet there with my friends, and sit outside by the fireplace. The lettuce wraps for the appetizers are awesome! and a huge selection of draft beers! Great place to chill out with some good people!
(5)Mags R.
LOVE THIS PLACE! I attempted to go in 2 previous occasions and the wait was super long! (very popular!) So I left in both occasions, however I went back for lunch to celebrate my sister's B-day, and I must say it was amazing food! It was priced ok because the portions and the service were great! LOVE IT!
(5)A O.
Food is pretty good. they have a nice veg selection. Our waiter was the best I have ever had - friendly, patient, professional, attentive, and we'll probably go back to eat there simply because of the great service. The food arrived quickly as well. It helps that Yardhouse composts, and a pretty "green" restaurant.
(4)M L.
Beer selection is unbelievable. Been about 5 times times since they opened and have only had apps and beers. Place has been busy everytime I've been, but getting a beer is not an issue.
(4)Lori C.
food was aweful. ordered the slliders- it was one burger (about the thinkness of a McDonald's burger) quarter and placed on 4 buns. Don't bother telling them how you want it cooked- it is too thin. Also ordered chicken wings- very deep fried and dry. Major dissappointment. The beer selections was good, but DO NOT go there for the food. I looked on the menu before ordering to see if they served testers because of their huge selection. They didn't have it listed on the menu so I assumed they didn't do that. After ordering, we saw several people with "six pack" testers. The bartender didn't even mention this. When I asked them about it they said they have them all of the time. I wish I had know that and it had been written on the menu!
(1)Adri Y.
YUM! I know this is not a burger joint but OMG the burgers are absolutely mouthwatering delicious here! My friend had suggested to meet up here one night for dinner and I had ordered the "Pepper Crusted Gorgonzola" burger. It has marsala sautéed crimini mushrooms, carmelized onions, baby spinach. I usually get my burgers medium well and I am well aware that any burger that is ordered medium well or well-done has a great tendency to taste very dry. However, this burger made to my request of medium well and was very moist! Other things on the menu I have tried is the: -"Seared Sea Scallops" which is served over orzo pasta with wild mushrooms, sun-dried tomato sauce and white truffle jus. Tasted pretty good but was not very filling. -"Roasted Turkey Pot Pie" which contains carrots, leeks, celery and fresh herbs encrusted in puff pastry. Wasn't too bad but was a bit too salty for my taste. I love the environment of this place. Very trendy, with a pretty big bar in the middle of the restaurant. They also have many TVs around the restaurant for sports watching. Price was OK - more on the pricey side (about 9 bucks for a burger if I remember correctly.) I usually don't love going to chain restaurants but I will definitely be returning here for some burgers and beer :-)
(4)Michael C.
I am not a fan. If all you want it a beer, knock yourself out. If you want more that a beer, better choices all around. The Met ! ! ! Of down the Street Joes American Bar & Grill
(1)Winnie K.
Ok, we came back for dinner on a Friday night-April 1st and the place was hopping and the wait was long. I think we arrived at 5:45P. I immediately put my name in & was told 10 minutes, we would be seated.and received a "beeper". I noticed another woman coming in 10 minutes after us, as I was right by the hostess Station & was advised the same & she received a beeper too. Now I was still waiting an additional 15 minutes for this thing to buzz, so we can be seated. Then I noticed the woman that came in afterwards that she just got buzzed & was shown her table?? I went up to the hostess & had asked her why she was sat before us? & all she can say was "Well, your next!" & immediately looked down on her sheet. I asked her again- & she said again,. Oh, I just said you were next in line, just then she punch some buttons in & the buzzer went off & we were seated by another hostess, and of course, next to the other couple that was seated before us.(Just my luck!) I had complained to the that hostess how displeased I was & she was like Umm? would you like to speak to a manager? I said Yes, very much so, well the manager never came around until the end of the meal when I was had said something to our waitress Tanya, who was awesome by the way- & she brought one over right away. The manager was very understandable, I wanted to let her know, I was not looking for any discount or anything, but just to make sure that when the hostess station does do something like that, not to do it so blatant
(3)tony a.
This is a good place, the food is delicious and the bartenders are friendly. I come here occasionally on weeknight. I love their appetizers and they are all half prize after 10 pm. who goes to bed before 2am anyways this place should be packed everynight.
(4)J.T. R.
Great food, endless selection of beer and drinks, and excellent service. Can't say enough about how well this place is managed. Large crowds even at off peak hours speak to that. Be prepared for a lengthy wait Fridays and Saturdays, but it's worth it.
(5)Rick P.
I don't drink, so this review is based on the food, the setting and the service. All were good. I like the eclectic taco appetizers that they have, next time I may make my meal out of those tacos alone.
(4)Jay W.
Can't go wrong with a place that has good food, hot waitresses, and the biggest beer selection ever. Also, I like large, spacious places, and this environment definitely falls under that category.
(5)Stephanie K.
This is the best bar with the best food and drinks to watch a game. I don't recommend taking children there after 5. The atmosphere is fun and there are TV's everywhere. The best buffalo chicken wings and burgers. You have to try their avocadao & Swiss burger, it is delicious. Really great bar food and their steak tip salad is yummy. The one thing I tried and did not like is their lobster crab artichoke dip.
(4)Leo R.
The food is very good especially for a "pub". What impressed me more than the food was the service. I sat at the bar during a Patriot's game and ordered an appetizer. I waited a while for the food but didn't think it unusual considering it was during a game. After it came, the manager came up to me, apologized for the delay and removed the charge from my check.
(4)Frank M.
Went back and told the waiter I had to have things quickly as we were running behind for a movie. Things came fast...both beers and the entree. I was very happy with their ability to accommodate my request and the waiter was fantastic. No more complaints!
(4)Lilia C.
shrimp cerviche was yummy. kinda big spoonfuls. truffle fries are nice and crispy and a great small snack. rib rye was nothing special which was disappointing for the price. server recommended the monk fish which was surprisingly good. more meaty than a regular fish and it comes with three different sauces....good variety. Samantha our server was very nice and informative which was a plus!
(4)Louise F.
Holy crap, beer selection. It is like the Tap Handle Angels start singing gospel every time I sit at this bar. Total beer fanatic right here, and Yard House always hits the spot. They have a really good selection of craft brews, enough for me to be able to try a new beer every time I go. They even have a great selection of local brews ON TAP. Dig it. I have never had bad service here, and the bartenders to their best to describe different beers to me before I try a new one. Sure, it is a bit pricey, but I would rather pay more for 1 or 2 good beers than pay less for 3 or 4 crappy beers. Just tried their food for the first time last night --sweet potato fries and edamame! Yum! Great spot. Edit: They do not take reservations, which is a drag. They have been pretty rude about it. 2ce.
(3)John O.
This place has everything you're looking for on a Friday night. It's right by the movie theater, has a great beer selection, and the food is quality. The best thing on the menu are the Truffle Fries! These fries will change how you think about a potato! Even though the place is huge it still packs out. We had a 30 min wait the last time I was there. It was worth it though!
(4)john s.
I have been twice and every time this place has been great!!!! The wait staff has been super nice everytime no matter how busy it is. The food is AMAZING!! I suggest getting there around 4 or 4:30, any later expect 60-90 min wait...but well worth it!
(5)Kels M.
I've been here a few times and each time was just great! I've gone on the weekend, so the wait time is usually about 30 minutes, but it's well worth it. It's located right next to the Showcase Cinema De Lux, so perfect to grab a bite to eat before or after seeing a movie. My favorite mixed drink would be the "Cherry Limeaid" .. Delicious! Entree: Turkey Burger sliders. Dessert: Freshly baked hot brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and hot fudge & there is enough of it to share with a date or friends!
(5)Ryan S.
Awesome beer selection and food that is, overall, pretty solid. The burgers are great and the clam chowder is surprisingly good. The beer selection simply cannot be beat.
(4)Pamela O.
Amazing service (in Jan 2012) and delicious food! I was impressed.
(4)Shelly D.
"There's an old saying in Tennessee -- I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee -- that says, fool me once, shame on -- shame on you. Fool me -- you can't get fooled again." -George Bush Is this place kidding? If you are going to charge fine dining prices, please offer fine dining service... $8-$10 beers? Nickle and dime you for the add on's? $25 plus dollar steak's $13 plus dollar burgers? The food was decent, but not great. Firecracker wings were good and the rest was not so good. The burger I had was medium and was burnt on the outside and bloody in the middle. The service was slow and the server seemed miserable and not happy to be waiting on us. Sorry if we have to keep asking for things, but don't make us feel like jerks for doing so...Your our server! We were herded into the place like cattle. If you cant fit that many people in the place-DONT! I know the place is new and everyone wants to check it out but how about you let everyone experience be a little better by not crunching everyone together like sardines. The decor and cleanliness was great. The draft system is astounding, but I was confused as to why they were out of so many beers from the menu...Maybe they sold out. Either way, I wouldn't order some of the weird ones anyways, because I am sure they have been sitting in the keg since they have opened and are nasty. I just stuck with my 12 dollar martini. The prices are ridiculous. Maybe we will go back, but after a while and when we have saved up a ton of money and hopefully there are not 500 people in the place. No interest to go back any time soon. That is the feedback I got from everyone who i talked to after going here. All set.
(1)Amy E.
We visited here Sunday April 25 at 12:45 - it was not too crowded. I was impressed by the huge amount of beers on tap and my friend had been to the one in Costa Mesa. The prices were higher than I expected, $11-14 for burgers and fries, $23-$28 for the catch of the day. No prices for the beers listed on the menu, no mention of $2 up charge for anchovies with the caesar salad. My side salad was so bland and tasting of the fridge that I sent it back. Our server was trying hard, but there are too many people involved. The food runners still have no idea who ordered what. She even came out to make sure the food was not auctioned off (who got the ....ranch salad. Umm...it is just the two of us, any indication on the ticket as to who ordered what?) Guys - come on. Our meal came to $48 before tip. 90 minutes for a beer, side salad and burger each. Fine dining prices and pacing without the fine dining service or food. Not a fan, will not go back. Would have given it one star, but got plus two for our nice waitress, Ashley. It was very dark, very loud and a very long expensive lunch.
(3)Julie B.
100 beers on tap, yet nothing overly special. The service was good enough but our waitress had a problem when a few friends came over from the bar to chit chat at our table. They do have some interesting looking appetizers that I would try. I think the highlight for me was the 80's music videos playing on the flatscreens.
(3)Kristin F.
I love this place! The selection of beer is beyond amazing and the food is good too. I go back as often as I can!
(5)John T.
A mixed bag of pros and cons, and sadly one of the cons is the food. I don't know if it's me, but it seems to have gone downhill and feels no different than a TGI Fridays, Applebees or any other chain that just has 'cooks' on a production line but no 'chefs'. The beer selection is great, the booths are huge and roomy, and there is pretty good variety on the menu. In short, I'd go there if that's where my group wanted to go, but it's not my first choice. If I'm at Legacy place, I'd go to the Met Bar first.
(2)Mabel N.
Great food for a sport bar!! We had the light beer called longboard. We had the truffle fries it was delicious (excepts it is really greasy/oily). Korean pork belly taco was sooo yummy. Well marinated pork belly (Small taco for a $4.75). Thai lettace wrap was delicious. The chicken was chopped fine along with the bean curd it was yummy. Be preapred to get your hands dirty with this chicken lettuce wrapped :P Ribeye was tender and well flavored. The butter on top of the ribeye was delicious. Mashed potatoes was ok. Vodka tomatoes shrimp angle hair - creamy and buttery tomatoes sauce with a splash of vodka !! Delicious. Barbecue chicken pizza was alright. Not too impressive. Will def go back for their ribeye and Korean pork belly taco.
(4)Evan E.
This place is really hit or miss. Sometimes the food is great, but next time you will be disappointed. Service is equally spotty and the beer selection, while enormous, is expensive and makes me wonder how often some of the obscure kegs actually rotate. Worth a trip if you're looking for a place to drink and grab a bite, but the upscale-casual menu, prices and presentation doesn't have the consistency to back it up.
(3)David L.
3.5 stars This was a pleasant surprise....and a freaking zoo. We got there at 5:30pm and the wait was still 40 minutes so we went to the bar to grab one of their 984 beers. Well after only 15 minutes our buzzer went off and we were seated in what ended up being in a shitty spot that probably shouldnt have a table. We had a chicken egg roll app which was good, I ordered the turkey burger and Trix had the chicken rice bowl. My burger was fantastic Trix enjoyed her dish. My only complaints are 1. It's a mob scene in here after 6pm, 2. Our server seemed unhappy that we didnt order beers. Sorry, we had beers beforehand and 3. Our table was at the end of a row and after 6pm the bar was 3 deep and created a real clusterfuck for servers and I was getting mauled for a solid half hour. Next time, we'll be in for lunch.
(3)Andrew S.
I have faith that if I go back it will be good. I made the mistake of taking the family when this place is more for a night out with friends. The place is way to crowded. We waited an hour and twenty-five minutes to be seated. We were told we had a 45 minute wait when we entered. They seated us at the end of the isle and there were people standing all around us as we were trying to have dinner....sucked. My dish came out very late (blackened sword fish street tacos), had two very, very small peices of sword fish but was tasty, beans were ok, rice was cold. Took for ever to get my second beer. My daughter had the ceasar (wilted salad and tough dry chicken) not good. My son had the Hawian pizza, not bad. The wife had the Ti salad, that was tasty but it was hot in flavor. They had to be over the limit of people allowed in the building. They gave us free deserts to make up for the late entree, which were very good. $10.25 for a freakin Martini...what are you out of your frigin mind. I am done with the bars sticking it up everyones asses. Make the drinks consitantly good and charge $7.50 - $8.00 then I will tip your ass. They did realize they screwed up and did try and patch things up. I hate giving a bad review.
(3)Robert C.
Are you kidding me? This place is an over sized pub chain. Basic to low quality food. Loud! Place to have a beer, but for lunch or diner...I don't get the appeal. Big beer selection but they only sell 10 % of them enough To keep them fresh Way better options in legacy.
(2)Roxanne D.
Great atmosphere, great service, and many beer choices. With that being said, I regret to have to also state that my dinner was lacking flavor. :( I ordered the Parmesan Crusted Chicken with garlic mashed potatoes. I was ready to stick with a 3 star rating, but our waitress was very polite and social with us. She came to our table and informed us that it was the end of her shift and introduced us to our new server. Just as nice as the last. Great experience overall!
(4)Chris K.
Only thing preventing a one star review was that my Caesar salad was actually pretty good. But the service was atrocious! The first two beers I ordered weren't actually available, and they didn't tell me the second one wasn't until they brought my companion's beer. So I ordered a third, and it never arrived. Our food was dropped off by another person who put it down and left before we could ask about my beer or get some ketchup. I would have inquired with our waiter except our waiter Seth never made eye contact or checked on us again until we finally got up and asked for the check. We did complain about the missing beer and lack of attention and got an apology and an explanation that they had some confusion about who was covering which table. But no offer to speak to a manager or a discount and we had to run to an appointment. We've had poor service here before, but this was a whole new level of bad since I never even got my beer...
(2)Gretchen S.
I have visited the Yard House twice now and not really a fan. First time was just for drinks and second time was for dinner and drinks. The YH is stated to have a "HUGE SELECTION OF BEER ON TAP', well being a beer snob as one would say I did not think anything of the selection here. You can go mostly anywhere and purchase the beers they have on tap maybe not to the extent but still I could find all of them without trouble. The food was just okay, the meals were pretty pricey and nothing special. The atmosphere is great to watch a game though since there are TV's everywhere. If you are looking for a good beer restaurant stick with Sunset Grille or Bukowski's. They also overstated the wait time both of the occasions which was a good surprise since most places hardly ever do that. Would have given it a 2.5 if possible. I would visit the place again if I am at Legacy Place but otherwise I will not go out of my way.
(2)Tom K.
This place has all the trappings of a tourist trap. Located in an galleria of upscale chain stores with an anchor movie theatre, it looks like your typical mega sports bar. The place is a little loud with a long wait (but plenty of shopping options while you wait). Was very impressed with the extensive but unique menu ranging from standard pub fare to steaks, sushi and eclectic fusionesque options. Portions are solid and the quality of food is excellent. Try the chicken tinga taco! NY strip steak sandwich is another favorite. Large selection of draft beers. Overall one of the best sports bars (in terms of food) that I have been in. Good layout of TVs but audio is all music.
(5)Whitney R.
I returned to the Yardhouse for the second time last night, and felt that an update is in order. Unfortunately, the food was not as wonderful as I had remembered. This time, I got a few aps with my flight of beer: Fried Chicken Strips California Roll Chilled Edamame The chicken strips were fine- not much can go wrong there- but I was pretty disappointed when I received the California roll and edamame. I must not have read the description thoroughly enough, because I was surprised to see that the California roll is not a roll at all, but rather, a cake-like concoction of California roll ingredients- minus the seaweed. All of the flavors were there, piled on top of each other, giving me the impression of an overcompensating effort to make the sushi non-traditional. It tasted good enough once everything was mixed together, but it lacked the practicality that is historically central to the design of sushi. I'm no chef, but I can think of other ways for the Yardhouse to own their sushi without interfering with its basic design. With regard to the edamame, I have a personal preference for the dish when it's cooled but still at room temperature. The Yardhouse serves it chilled, which seemed harder to eat (the pods snap when you pull out the bean with your teeth). Not a big deal, but it was a variation that was noticeable compared to what I've enjoyed at Japanese restaurants. Bottom line, I still feel that the service is excellent, the beer selection is amazing, and the portions are generous, however be wary of the "non-traditional" sushi at Yardhouse, and read the descriptions carefully!
(3)Christina T.
I came here on Yard House's opening day and was pleasantly surprised. The modern, upscale dining atmosphere was very nice and comfortable. The beer menu is listed from least complex to most complex and gives you a wide range of beers to choose from. I had the Eclipse (blend of Guinness and Blue Moon) and the Dead Guy's Ale (?) - the most complex beer on the menu with a unique/hybrid blend. Both very satisfying and thick beers. My friend and I split the Seared Ahi Tuna sandwich which was cooked very well. They could have put it on thicker bread though because all the juices and oils made the bread soggy. For about $13, the price seemed right and worth it. Sandwiches come with french fries and a pickle. I wouldn't come here all the time but once in a while, it's nice to treat yourself to specialty beers and comfort food. I came here with about 10 or so people for my friends birthday and our waitress was very attentive and friendly.
(3)Bob L.
We kept saying that waiting 30+ minutes on a Tuesday night was ridiculous but I have to say it was worth the wait. The menu was reminiscent of a Cheesecake Factory albeit much smaller. The true winner of the evening was the Burger with Bearnaise - I've had many, many, many burgers from top restaurants and this one has to be the best. My guess is that they did the ole "tabs of butter in the middle" trick which turned the entire patty into smelted goodness. Yard House claims a giant beer menu but I would say that places like the Sunset Grill in Allston beat that list hands down. Still, a great selection of even some tasty ciders. The one weird thing to note was that it seemed like it was part meet-market, part sports bar and part Chucky Cheese since we noticed very large groups (maybe teams) of tiny tots sitting not-so-quietly next to cougars in mid pounce. Last note on this place is that the noise level is way, way up there so hopefully this will give you an excuse to snuggle.
(4)Erin M.
Wow, this place is fantastic! I love trying different kinds of beer, so when I heard about how many kinds they have here, I made it a point to check it out. I wasn't really expecting much out of the food, since usually when a place chooses to focus so heavily on a large beer selection, they don't put as much focus on the food. Man was I wrong! This is not your typical fried pub food joint! The seared ahi tuna app was amazing, the spinach and artichoke dip had lobster in it, and everyone at the table raved about their meals! And ohhhh the beer! I've been here twice, and the second time was just as good as the first. The shrimp enchilada that came with my jerk chicken with shrimp stack was possibly one of the most delicious things I've ever eaten. The only negative thing that I can say is that you can expect to wait an hour for a table (even on a weeknight), and they don't take reservations on weekends. Maybe because they're still pretty new? Fortunately, Yard House is in a pretty nice shopping plaza, so there's lots to do to kill some time while you wait.
(4)Paul L.
Great beer selection
(4)Ash T.
PROS: 160 beers on draft and humongous portion sizes. Try the beer sampler or if you're daring try the half yard. The taps are nicely arranged all around the bar. Nachos are great. CONS: Very popular and must come here early...or on the weekends expect to wait an hour. It gets very crowded and sometimes the wait staff will take a while to get your food.
(4)Meryl K.
I loved this place and can tell that we'll be frequent customers. Tonight we had excellent burgers - the turkey burger and the pepper jack burger. They were both really fabulously delicious, moist, and cooked perfectly. I also love that you can get a cup of soup or salad instead of fries. The tomato bisque is very tasty and it went really well with the flavors of the turkey burger. The turkey burger also had gorgeous slices of really nice, ripe Roma tomato on it - not some crappy limp white tomato slice. The pepper jack burger had an entire huge roasted chile pepper on it! YUM! The burger buns are also really good, tasty, fresh and not too bready. Boyfriend's Caeser side salad was nicely made. We also had above average, attentive service. Our waiter paid a lot of attention to us, refilling our water many times and asking us if we needed anything. I LOVE having my water filled a lot, so immediately I was very happy. The beer - fantastic. The waiter was full of helpful recommendations about the selection. Tonight we had a Rogue Dead Guy, an apricot wheat and a Hoegaarden (yeah, nothing too exciting, but they were all good). I was brought an incorrect beer once and it was taken away and corrected within thirty seconds. Like I said, the service was great! We loved it, and we're actually planning to go back on Friday! I'm excited to have such a great selection of drafts close by and some tasty, fairly cheap food to go with them. We'll be regulars here.
(5)Adam D.
Five stars for the beer list, three for the food. An extra half point for the variety of vegetarian offerings. The coconut shrimp are excellent as is the pastrami sandwich. The vegetarian mushroom lettuce wraps are good, but a bit too salty and way to oily. The vegetarian chicken rice bowl is very good, but again, a a bit too oily. Children's menu is very good. Mac and Cheese is real (I think) and they have crayons, wipes, and healthy deserts for the kids as well.
(4)Michael K.
the Yard House is a nicely built out bar / restaurant. They have over 100 quality beers on tap. And because there are so many, you can get 4oz samplers of the beers. My favorite thing to do! There are tons of TVs throughout the bar. We happened to go during a Pats game on a Sunday afternoon. And you couldn't miss a play, especially when the crowd was cheering every completion. We had the Chicken Nachos which were huge, but there wasn't much chicken in it at all. The pico de gallo and 2 sauces they brought out with the nachos didn't seem to have much flavor or kick to it either. Ended up using lots of tabasco sauce. I got the Pastrami Sandwich which was huge and it came with shoestring crispy fries (just how I like them). The bread for the sandwich was toasted, but also dousted in butter, and it was extremely soggy. The pastrami was good and it was topped with jalapenos with some brown mustard on the side. I ended up eating the pastrami with a fork because the bread wasn't holding together due to the overdoes of butter. oh yeah, I had a kona fire ale which I highly recommend if you like strong ales but not IPAs. The menu was pretty decent size, so I would definitely try it again and explore other items. If not for the food, just for the beers!
(3)Lindsay C.
Good Tunes and Good Munchin inside this Chain Restaurant. This place does chain right. Their food is fresh and creative and well, not cheap. I was in Dedham at Legacy Place and had a choice of hitting up Met Bar, Aquitaine and couple other places. But once I saw the neat exterior and interesting name of this place and then rocking tunes pouring out (oh, and the mentioning of one of the largest providers of beers on draft) the Yard House had me! A Truffle Fries, BBQ Chicken with Smoked Gouda, Onion and Cilantro Pizza and Shipyard Pumpkin Ale later... I walked out a happy lady! Sister in law had the Crab Cake Hoagie; Husband had the Roast Beef Dip Sandwhich... both loved their meals equally. I will be back... and the menu also stated they are opening a location in BOSTON
(4)Fran L.
The only good thing about yard house are their beers and appetizers. The entrees here were a bit on the disappointing side. I ordered the Mediterranean seared scallops and I felt like I was just eating sand instead of scallops. A lot of sand. The side of rice that came with it was okay. A bit too sour, but it was okay. My friends said their burgers were just okay, definitely had better else where. If I ever come back, I'll only come back for their appetizers and beers.
(3)Diane B.
Although a long wait is to be expected on a Saturday night when we were finally seated it was outside . It was a chilly night and only two heaters were working - no one should have been seated outside . It took an unusually long time for our food to be served and although the manager came over and reassured us that it would be out soon one member of our party did not get his food until well after the rest of the party. Food was warm and the truffle fries that everyone raves about were cold . The beer was good but honestly can find good beer in many places . Doubtful that we will make the trip back .
(2)Parker H.
I really wanted to like the Yard House. Actually PRAYED I would like it. Why? Not too many casual dining options in the area barring the usual chain suspects and the insufferable Joe's. Also, I like beer, I like Rock, I like good food. What's not to like then right? A few thoughts: Prices. Are you kidding me? I can get out of Capital Grille cheaper. $3 for sodas is the tops of any chain in New England. Service was ok. Except I abhor the fact that my server constantly called my dining party "Gang" and called us Pumpkin, Sweetie Pie, Love, and everything else. Burgers Medium and Above Only. Shit, if I am going to spend $12 on a burger, I'd like it medium-rare, juicy and delicious. The requested medium came out medium well. The bun was soggy and the flavor was non-descript. Overall, the food was mediocre. Not terrible, just mediocre. But when the prices are as high as they are, you expect much more. The Music. Good lord, all the music was from the mid 80's. Not that I mind that, but would sprinkling in current music and music from the last decade kill them? Slow. Yeah, it is still relatively new but waiting 50 minutes for entrees at 4:30 before the real business begins is a bit much. They really need to focus on some value here, ramp up the food quality and service. I will likely go back at some point, but not in any rush.
(2)Summer X.
The large wine glass is superior, I like the way they create those fun beer mix. We tried tons of appetizers: the Chinese garlic noodle if full of butter, no way to not taste good. The devil egg is fun, so pity only 3 piece in an order. The korean BBQ rice, the portion is big. The only complain is the chips are too salty.
(4)Shar B.
Melanie the waitress sucked. She kept rushing us to order and was more attentive to her other customers. Being our first time there it was not a good experience at all! The food was good, too bad the service wasn't the same.
(1)marissa k.
Good food, diverse menu, a lot of selection of both beer and wine. Good service. Prices could be like 10-15% lower, but it is legacy place. The place was packed on a monday night so that is very telling...I will be back!
(4)Samantha D.
Great beer, and awesome food
(5)Jon M.
The service at this restaurant is atrocious. After being sat down it took 20 minutes for someone to come over. We ordered drinks, took 30 minutes. I noticed the place was maybe at 30% capacity. When I asked are waitress in a polite way why the wait was so long. She told me "We're really busy today baby". Baby? what way is that to address a customer, let alone the fact that im sitting across from my girlfriend. I used to be a regular here and come quite often, after waiting 50 minutes to get a beer at a non busy time, I will think long and hard before coming back.
(1)C B.
I know this place is a chain, but they knocked it out of the park in terms of execution, beer selection (this will be the first place we go once little Bean is born), seasoned food, portion size, and service! We opted for a bunch of apps the other night and they were all so good! The place is a little loud and they have TVs all over, yet only about 2 different programs on at a time. Let's put some sports on and watch the game!
(4)Daisy C.
THE WORST RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE EVER!! And yes, I had to capitalize that. Here's my story: We were seated promptly...waited 10 minutes to get our drink orders...waited 20 minutes to get our drinks...waited 15 minutes to get our dinner orders....waited 35 minutes to get our burgers. When they finally arrived, they were tossed at our table by the 5th waiter we'd seen. The burgers were good (I was expecting better) but they were warm, meaning that they were sitting at the window for a while. We were done. Waited 10 minutes to get our check...waited 10 minutes to get the 6th waiter to process our check with another 10 minutes to return the card back. Here's the funny part, at another restaurant with better service and burgers, this would have costed less than $30, oh, but not here folks. The price tag for this mediocre establishment...$45. Remember the service, the portions were on the smaller scale, and the waiting...not worth the f***ing money. The place wasn't even busy and there were huge amounts of waiters ignoring you!! Never coming here again and I hope you take my advice when I say "Run like hell" and far away from this sh** hole. Oh, 1 star for the interior designing.
(1)Melissa S.
We went here after the movies on a saturday night about a month ago and it was a good time. When we got there we were told the wait was about 45 minutes and they gave us a buzzer it buzzed about 15-20 minutes later so we were please with that. This place has the biggest booths I have ever seen. It's kinda loud in there and very dark. There is a great selection on the menu and the people next to us got the onion ring tower and I must admit I was a little jealous that we didnt order one as it looked delicious. Let me tell ya though they have a kick ass selection of mixed drinks and beers we had a very hard time deciding what to get! The mixed drinks come in soda 16 oz glasses which is big points with me! The service was great very on the ball for such a busy place.They serve beer in those yard stick long glasses too. This place is great and I highly recommend and I look forward to going back..for those onion rings :P
(3)C. D.
Awesome beer selection, good music, better food. Try and snag a seat at the bar if you can. Lots of TVs (good for catching a game). Amazing burgers and fries. I always get the grilled cheese and tomato basil soup. Don't go here if you are waiting to catch a movie next door because you will miss the movie, happened to me twice, second time was kind of on purpose. Girlfriend wanted to see a movie, I knew once we had a few beers the movie was out the window!
(5)Thien S.
Went for a holiday lunch with co-workers in Dec and it was a little chaotic. However, the food was great. Went back again with family & kids and had a great experience. The food was delicious and the value can't be beat since it was during Happy Hour. The portions were spot on and we had left overs. The staff were very friendly and kept checking up on us, manager too. We will definately be back!
(5)Timothy G.
Beer selection is massive. Went there on a crowded evening, but the time we were told by the host was pretty accurate, if not a bit high. Can't ask for more than that on that aspect. Yard glasses were cool, but surprisingly difficult to drink from. All the food was delicious.
(4)Hieu T.
The Yard House..... I heard great things about this place, mostly for the beer selection so my friend, me, and her family decide to hit up this spot on a Saturday night. Very, very impressive with the beer selections! They even have two type of blueberry beer which is my all time favorite. I love it! And they have this big beer glass that I will so need to try next time when I am there. The food were amazing! The chicken wings appetizers are definitely to die for! Nachos are definitely a plus to order as well. All of our entrees came out on time and it is absolutely delicious. I orders an asian-fusion chicken plate, which was so good. I have never taste tofu this good and light. It does not feel like a heavy pasta dish. One of my friend's brother in law order ribs - AND OH MY GOD! it was so GOOD! I definitely is going to order that next time and share! Hahahahah...I can never finish a rack by myself. So, the reason why I give them a 3 stars because of their hostess' services. We waited for almost 1.5 hours to get a table. We noticed that there were other parties that came late, but they got tables before us. We were getting really upset, and talk to the hostess couple of times and she keep telling us that this is a busy time for them and we have a big party (about 8 including 2 kids). When we finally got our table, we noticed that there would be 2 or 3 people for tables that can actually fit 9 or 10 people in it...................so it seems the floor manager do not know how to place their customers. No wonder the wait time was so long. UPDATE: I went back here during Happy Hour and was pretty happy with everything. I will definitely come back for only Happy Hour on a Monday or Tuesday's nights.
(4)Uni V.
Huge Selection of Draft Beer! Food was ok.
(4)Nick M.
I've been here a few times and I'm not overly impressed with the place. The beer selection is great, but there's almost too many options. The food is not so great. I've had two different sandwiches from this place and neither one was very good. My wife also got a salad which did not look good either The appetizers looked OK; if we end up going back, I may stick to drinks and possibly an appetizer. The wait time can be pretty long if you go on a Friday/Saturday night. Look to park in the garage as the lot is a nightmare to navigate (YardHouse is right next to garage in back)
(3)Suzanne M.
An amazing selection of beers on tap, however the menu is quite large and diverse and gets me wondering how they can prepare food ranging from Asian themed to Mexican. Decided on the fish tacos when they arrived looks like fish sticks in a tortilla, the sauce they put on the tacos was delicious but overall sub par. if I go back I'd try something different. Atmosphere is great for an after work drink and an app.
(3)Danielle E.
Soo--- This place would have gotten 4 stars because I would not have had any expectations. My hubby and 2 good friends of ours decided to head here on a Saturday evening around 6 (BIG mistake!) We waited 2 and a half hours to be seated. So with this wait my mouth salivated with the knowledge that I would be able to taste these amazing eats as any place that has a wait that long must be spectacular. Not so much, the food was good, definitely not worth a wait over 30 minutes...
(3)James W.
in all honesty, i'm probably not telling you anything the other 175 reviewers haven't, but here's my $0.02 anyway. take it while it's hot. the beer list is the most extensive i've seen anywhere near boston, and everything is on tap. the beer menu is well organized, breaking the beers out by variety and flavor profile, so that's helpful in ordering and if you want to try something new. i'm a big fan of the rose gaarden on a hot summer day - lindemann's framboise & hoegaarden. the food, however, is nothing special. the crab cake hoagie ($14) was dry. like, 3 glasses of water dry. even the bacon and spiced aioli didn't add enough moisture. at first, i wondered why the yard house's mac-n-cheese ($17) was listed as a mathematical formula - (mac + cheese) squared? really? - but then i ordered it. it's ... complicated. chicken, bacon, mushrooms, a bunch of cheeses and truffle oil. it's pretty good, but the combination of bacon and oil made it very greasy and heavy. the burgers ($11 - $15) are probably the best, if unadventurous, bet. mine, rare, was flavorful & juicy. maybe a little too juicy. next time i order one rare, i'm going to ask them to toast the bun a little as mine was falling apart mid-way through. service has been fine on every visit and the staff clearly gets some education on the beer menu. it can get a little loud inside, but this place is absolutely huge. the outdoor seating is a nice option, but it's right on the drive for the parking lot, so you're at the mercy of the cars going by. if the occassional whiff of exhaust fumes is going to ruin your day, sit inside.
(3)Chas K.
It's good that Sarah N. of Yardhouse is addressing some reviews, but it would be even better if management remedied some of the consistent complaints like no beer prices on the menu and charging for things like 1/2 oz. beer samples and anchovies on a Caesar salad without telling customers first.
(2)victoria l.
I gave this 4 stars because the service was great, the atmosphere was nice and they had a very large drink selection. The food was Okay. The onion rings could have been tastier with better dipping sauces. My husband really liked his Spicey Tuna roll, and it was huge not what he expected, it could definitely feed a few people (appetizer). I got the baby leaf spinach salad which was really tastey they have a great balsamic dressing! Hubby got the Spicey salad which was very spicey but, he loves that stuff so he enjoyed it. Last I got the creme brulee, it was very different it had bananas on top and chocolate on the bottom, though I prefer my creme brulee to have nothing on it, it was very good. I loved the chocolate on the bottom and didnt care for the bananas. If you read my other posts you'll see I am obsessed with creme brulee =) All in all it is a cool place and I will be going back!
(4)Erin S.
I took my husband to the Yardhouse for his birthday recently and we loved it. We had never been there before and loved the atmosphere. It was busy and filled with high energy. The staff was friendly and efficient and kept up with the fast pace and the crowd. With that said, we also didn't feel rushed to finish and get out. Janelle and Ona were great. The beer selection is huge and well organized on the menu. The food was also delish. There is something for everyone. If you are not a beer drinker they also offer mixed drinks. The pineapple passion is excellent. Overall we truly enjoyed our experience and look forward to going back.
(5)Jen G.
"Can someone please turn down the gaggling fourty year old woman's birthday party and the loud music!? I can't hear the person next to me...sheesh." It is really really loud here, so I wouldn't even think about it if you're planning on holding a conversation with your company. Noise level aside, this is a pretty cool place. Low lighting, nice modern decor. There is a really big bar in the middle of the room with tv's if you're interested in whatever game is on. I am a fan of the HUGE oval booths that seat ~9 people easily. Booth seating is the best. The food is tasty though a bit on the expensive side. Great menu variety but they really feature their beverages. If you are a beer person, this place is for you. The have everything you can think of and a lot that I haven't heard of but would gladly sample....oh yeah thats the other thing. You get charged for beer samples, so be aware of this if you're feeling adventurous.
(4)Beth R.
I've twice been to the Yard House and now, a total fan. The food and drink selection is exciting and everything tastes delicious. I love the music and the bar is a nice size too. Only gripe is the pricing...I think they could afford to bring it down a notch.
(4)Mike L.
I recommend this place to all of my friends. I love the food, the atmosphere and the beer selection. Not your typical pub food and a nice variety of choices for vegetarians and meatatarians. The service is awesome. Always attentive and friendly. The beer list is very impressive. Everyone can find their favorite on draught. The one downside I could find is that it usually gets very busy for dinner and the wait times can be lengthy. Very excited for the one to open up in Boston!
(5)Amanda C.
Lets put it out there, I'm 24 and I still live with my parents. They are cool, hip musicians and we love hanging together. This said, the Yard House is one of our favorite places yet! The first time we visited this chain we were in Vegas and it wasn't busy at all! The beer selection was amazing and the staff was great! This Yard House is no exception. We try to go on Sundays during football season so we can watch the games. Now I will say last weekend they barely had ANY football on. All of the TV's had college basketball. I dunno where they think we are, but it's New England and it's Sunday.... HOWEVER- the beer selection is superb, the food is fantastic, and the staff is great. I'd go back again, and again!
(5)Jenna B.
Love this place! I work in Dedham so this is a great after work spot to grab a drink and talk! It can get very loud but if you don't mind the noise, it's a great time. The wait staff I've had has been nothing but nice and knowledgable of the drink menus. They have tons of beer on tap and a full bar. I recommend the fries. They're tiny but sooo delicious!
(5)Amy R.
I actually had a great experience here, despite disparaging yelps that made me fear the contrary... I was out on business and couldn't travel far outside the realm of the mall area, but some of the workers suggested the yard house. Our server, Josh, was very polite and helpful even as I put him through the ringer with questions and being slightly difficult. I wish I could have tried some of those beers... there are so many beers... Instead I had a roy rogers, a poke bowl, and a pepper crusted burger. All of which were delicious and cooked JUST RIGHT. Josh was spot on with his suggestions and even split the bill four ways to make it easier for everyone to claim on their expense form. Thank you, Josh! The only thing I will say is that, although they did box up my leftovers complete with description of contents and date (just in case), my burger was all mushed in with my fries! Get a bigger box! or two boxes! But, that won't stop me from coming back
(4)Jim S.
I was really excited to try this place, but as a beer geek, I must admit I came away somewhat disappointed. I don't know where some of the other Yelp reviewers got 160-180 beers on draft from. They had 115 when I was there on 5/1. Add the bottles and it may get close to 180 total beers, but this is a distinction that is important to make. They claim to have the most beers on draft in the country, but they must be adding the total taps in each chain, not individual locations. My biggest beef is that for so many taps, the selection is incredibly boring. The few craft brews they did have were very "normal" in that you can find them on the shelves in most decent liquor stores. Beer guys won't find anything new or unusual like you might at any other "beer bar" in Boston. Far too many selections from the big brewers, but since it is a chain that probably relies on the large distributors more, I guess it makes sense. But seriously, only 4 out of 115 taps are higher than 9% alcohol content? Not that most people would know it as ABV content of each beer isn't even listed on the menu. Plus, no cask offerings, no beer prices printed on the menu, & only 3 rotating, seasonal taps? Very lame. It also bears mentioning I observed that the waitstaff seemed to have no clue about the beers, having to go to the bartenders to get recommendations or explanations of beer styles. Again, not what one would expect from a joint that is supposed to be putting beer first & foremost. The food was decent & reasonably priced, but nothing special. Huge portions, though, & the fries are some of the best I have had in a long time. I did enjoy the classic rock soundtrack that is playing over the speakers. Much better than the garbage played at most chain restaurants. Overall, definitely not worth the drive from Boston. If you live out near Dedham, I guess it is about your only choice for tons of taps, but if it were me, I'd rather drive into the city to get my craft beer fix.
(2)Jay B.
This place is solid. We had several sandwiches for lunch and they all had lots of flavor - instead of being big chain blando. Mine was the roast beef and au jus - and salty beefiness was everywhere. The Yardhouse also has a substantial beer menu. So for a longer and more interesting work lunch - solid.
(3)Robert D.
They only have yellow mustard. No brown, horseradish or grey poupon. So what does that tell you? In my opinion: kid-friendly, but lacking in the details, where it counts. I should mention that I have been here only at lunch, and most of those times with kids, so I can't vouch for the evening scene or the beer menu. I can tell you that when a popular movie lets out, or it's dinner time on a Thurs-Fri-Sat, you can't get near this place, and if you don't like crowds, loud music and being scrunched, you wouldn't want to. For the most part, the food was good, and the service friendly, if not exactly perfect. There were a few awkward second-asks and craning necks for wait staff, but nothing out of the ordinary for a relatively new restaurant in a successful "lifestyle" mall. Incidentally, Yardhouse is one of the best choices at Legacy Place for a sit-down restaurant. The Aquitane Bistro and Met Bars are the worst of their chains. P.F. Changs is the same everywhere, as far as I can tell. Like all chains, their menu is chock full of selections, but I'm afraid that they didn't take the time to properly categorize things, which sounds like a hi-falootin' piece of criticism, but I think is accurate. What is the difference really, between "snacks" and "appetizers?" or "Appetizer Salads" and "Entree Salads (hint: it's not the size)?." Further, I'm not sure burgers don't belong in Sandwiches, but that's an argument for another day. "House Favorites" contain lots of different things that you might have been looking for elsewhere. The kids menu offers all the predictable favorites, though my kids didn't particularly enjoy the burgers or the chicken tenders. Looking around, it was clear that most kids did. The size of the portions is large, and in most cases, larger than you needed or wanted, so make sure not to order hungry and then have to take lots of stuff home. Back to the details: the Sweet Korean BBQ appetizer is a nearly perfect dish, that comes rice and some green vegetables, but every time I've ordered it (which was every time I've gone to Yardhouse) it was rife with fat. Now at a Korean BBQ shack that might be OK, but at a high-end, chain-style restaurant they could do better, and should. They've got the black walls, huge flat screen monitors, beer list and loud music all set. Now they just have to get to the details. And the mustard.
(3)Jillian T.
This place is always full of people! The appetizers are good but I am not impressed with the entrees I have had. Great place to have a drink as they have so many beers to choose from.
(3)Faith L.
Depending on the dish, food can be really tasty. I suggest the grilled cheese and tomato bisque as well as their pork belly street tacos and Thai chicken & noodle salad. Beer selection is really good. Service can be underwhelming and distant. Gets crazy busy on weekend night.
(3)Emily F.
I liked it. A Saturday night, and I was very pleased with the beer selection.I told the bartenders what I like, and they had all sorts of suggestions for new brews to try. We had to wait a bit to sit, but our waiter was very nice to us. Food: I tried my boyfriend's Sliders and they were awesome! Yummy fries! I ordered the Spicy Tuna, and that was sort of bizarre; I ate it, but wished i just got a burger or something. The Crab Cakes did not get high marks, but I did not try them. So too many people, slow to get waited on, but beer and food were not bad.
(3)Raymond G.
We went on a Saturday night and the place was packed. After about an hour wait we were seated close to the bar. The place had a basic pub scene with a large center bar that takes up most of the restaurant. This restaurant definately thrives on its beer list. I ordered an "Ecllipse" which was 1/2 guinness and 1/2 blue moon, which are two of my favorite beers. It was a cool drink and much like the name implies, the Guinness gradually sunk to the bottom overtaking the lighter blue moon over the course of about 20 minutes. The beer list aside the restaurant is pretty mediocre. Standard pub fare at 2x the pub cost. $11 for a burger would be forgivable if it wasn't drowning in BBQ sauce. My wife had the Chicken ceaser salad which had a funny twang in the egg-free dressing. Overall, it was a cool place to check out once, but I would definitely think twice before going again. Although it is a cool place to go for a drink after a movie at the adjacent theater.
(3)Beth G.
After not spending much time to speak of in the Dedham area, we found ourselves there twice during the month of May. Both times we ended up at The Yardhouse. The first time for drinks and appetizers, the second for drinks and a sandwich. I found the apps pretty decent, the lettuce wraps and nachos were pretty tasty. The California Roll was just weird. No part of that was appealing. The sliders were just ok. The second time, our waitress looked a little....coked up? She was like a hummingbird, calling us "love" and "sweetie" and telling us really odd stories about her jobs out west. It was beyond bizarre. However, the crab cake hoagie was delicious. I agree with other reviewers that something was off about the fries. I don't know. It wasn't awful. I'd go back for drinks because it's in a convenient spot. Not a glowing review, huh? It's the best I can do.
(3)Mark C.
Worst experience ever. Ever. Loud, poor service, packed with people (but certainly that won't last long as it just opened), cheap tasteless food (and drinks) at ridiculously high prices. If you go there to eat you can't help but walk away feeling like you got hosed. It's as if they're so excited by the beer options that they forgot to pay attention to the kitchen and the service and the ambiance and the seating and....you get the idea. In this economy, Bostonians (I hope) are smart enough to take their business elsewhere - even within Legacy Place every other option is better than this one. This place will close in 2 years or less unless they make major changes in both food quality and the management.
(1)Deeba A.
Food is good, a bit pricy, and noisy. Overall the experience is ok. I highly recommend making a reservation. It is nearly impossible to get in right when you want. The place is busy.
(3)Shannon R.
As a pescatarian (no meat/poultry, yes seafood) The Yard House is is THE place to be. They have an amazing Gardein selection that tastes delicious - BBQ "chik" salad is incredible. The spicy tuna "roll" (an appetizer) is also fabulous (and quite unique - you eat it with a FORK!). The martini's are sensational, as well as the mini beer samplers. My only peeve is that it's super busy almost ALL the time and the wait is quite aggravating. Nonetheless, it's worth it.
(4)Christine K.
I am definitely a fan of the Yard House. I'm not going to lie...I have a soft spot for ridiculously posh atmospheres. Which is fairly unlike my personality :-) THE BEER: I love that they have 160 beers on tap. Yes, some of them are pricey. If you come here and get a Miller Light, it's not so pricey! I decided to indulge in the Youngberry Chocolate which is Lindeman's Framboise Lambic and Young's Chocolate Stout. IT WAS OUTRAGEOUSLY delicious. Another neat thing you can do is get there Sampler of the Day for only $8.95 for 6-5oz. Pours. That's pretty good! Also, you can get samples of the beers for $1. They give you a 3 oz. pour. THE FOOD: I happen to think the food is VERY tasty. The first time I went we got the Bearnaise burgers and the BBQ pizza. I had NO complaints at ALL. They were delicious! The second time I got the Ahi Tuna Sandwich. I really enjoyed it, but I wish I got it on a different bread! The best part is Happy Hour: Monday - Friday * 3PM - 6PM and Sunday - Thursday * 10PM - 12A. HALF PRICED APPETIZERS AND PIZZAS! My boyfriend and I made a meal out of that! Delicious AND easy on our pocket. THE PRICE: I know it's pricey, but with happy hour and sample specials, I think I can deal with it. :-)
(4)Casper T.
Great selection of beer, service is friendly. We usually get the appetizers - thai chicken noodle salad, the coconut shrimp appetizer are much recommended
(4)Kaitlyn B.
Visited the Yard House last night with my boyfriend and a few friends. I had heard rave reviews from some other people and had been meaning to check it out. We called at 7:30 to put our names in for a patio table and at that time I was quoted 45 mins. We picked up our buzzer around 7:45 and waited outside for the rest of our party to arrive. We were buzzed around 8:30, so a little longer than anticipated but considering that we made a specific request to sit outside, I didn't think it was too bad. While the restaurant itself was busy for a Wednesday night, the patio didn't seem hectic or crammed at all. They have a lovely little fireplace you can sit near and they also have heat lamps overhead in case it gets a little chilly. I was pleasantly surprised with the menu selection for both food and beer. This place has something for everyone - salads, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, fish, pasta - you name it, it's probably listed. They claim to have the largest selection of draft beers in America (I'd estimate about 150-160). I think that Sunset Grill and Tap in Boston is the closest runner-up with 112. However, the Yard House beer menu is much easier to read than the pamphlet you get when ordering at Sunset! Our waitress, Meaghan, was very nice and well-informed about the menu, but she did seem to be a bit distracted while waiting on us. My boyfriend ordered an Arrogant Bastard while I stuck with my usual Blue Moon. We started with the onion ring tower and the spinach and cheese dip. The onion rings were pretty standard in quality, but the portion was huge. However, it paled in comparison to the spinach and cheese dip. I started wishing I had ordered that instead! For dinner, my boyfriend and I both ordered the Classic cheeseburgers - a pretty boring selection on this menu - but we ended up with BBQ burgers. Delicious (and cooked perfectly) but definitely unexpected. I did love the shoestring fries! Our friends both ordered the fish and chips, which looked like a more-than-substantial portion, and they seemed satisfied with their selection. The bill for the four of us came to about $100; not too bad for 3 beers, 2 apps and 4 entrees. We had a great time catching up and didn't feel rushed at all. I will definitely consider the Yard House again for lunch or dinner when I'm shopping at Legacy Place.
(4)Tricia W.
I had to debate for quite a while over whether to give Yard House 3 or 4 stars, and I ultimately decided on 3...but really 3.5. Atmosphere: Loud, dark, bar scene Wait: LONG. We were told 30-40 mins at 6:15 on a Thursday night, and ended up waiting an hour. Service: Decent. Considering the crowd, the food came out pretty quickly. Food: Interesting but pricey menu; definitely a step up from your average bar cuisine option and it is refreshing to see the wide range of options and ingredients offered. I had the spicy chicken sandwich. The Cajun aioli was delicious, the cheese flatbread was pretty bread-y but a good match, and the chicken was nicely grilled and flavored, without being rubbery. Only complaint is that there was way too much bread for way too little chicken. French fries were thinly-cut and delicious. My dining partner had the French Dip Roast Beef sandwich and said it was very good, and less greasy than the average French Dip. However, he said his onion soup tasted like it contained a generous helping of gravy master.
(3)Ben L.
I really want to like this place. I generally enjoy a good beer list, but I did not have a good experience. The Pros: The appetizers were a definite high point. We had all sorts of good snacks and, though not cheap, they were well done. The Mediocre: The beer list was big, but not special. There was enough selection for me to pick a good beer, but not enough for me to try something new or something that I don't often find. It is how I imagine a corporate chain would approach the world of craft beer: boring. And with only a couple rotating seasonal taps, I don't see it getting any better. If you're going to spend that much for a beer, you can get something more interesting down the street at BBC or a by going into the city. Or you can just get the same beer for less somewhere else. Seems like a real opportunity lost in my eyes... so may taps, so little intrigue. The atmosphere was sort of sterile. The place had the shiny surfaces and clean lines of a well designed chain restaurant, which it is all of. The Bad: I had a really awful meal. I mean, it was bad beyond disagreeing with my personal taste in food. I couldn't eat it. On telling the server I couldn't eat it, she packaged it for us to take home, where I tried to pawn it off on others and they couldn't eat it either. There were burnt bits, and overcooked bits, and the remaining balance was bland and terrible. When spending the better part of a $20 bill on a pasta dish, I expect it to be edible or returnable. I had to make myself something to eat after getting home. The other unfortunate bit was not so bad, but we made a reservation for our group and we got sat a half-hour late. Given the meal that followed, I wish i had just kept my money and my time. At least I was with good friends, which made the evening enjoyable despite the meal.
(1)Andrew M.
Love this place. Huge beer selection from around the world. The menu as an American fusion with French and Asian inspired dishes. They offer almost every entree in a vegetarian version. Anyone can find something they would like on this menu. Great kids menu too. Wish i could order from it. Has tvs everywhere and outside seating with fireplace. Always long waits on weekends but week nights aren't bad. Bar is also packed on the weekends. Located next to great shops and movies so prime location for a night out.
(4)Sherie J.
High energy from the moment you enter. This is definitely a little bit of California right in Dedham. I've been to the original in LB and I have to say I enjoyed myself more here. Partially because the waitstaff/barstaff and Manager are world class. That just doesn't happen organically. They have one of the best restaurant managers in the area holding the fort here. He makes sure his team is courteous, available and professional. The best thing to do here is try a beer you've never had before. With 130 on tap you'd be a sucker to try some $10.25 mixed drink. While they are probably great; stick with the beers, that's the point. The other 'best' thing about the menu is that they are never short on avocado. I LOVE the green stuff and there are plenty of menu items with avo on it. Check out the Spicy Tuna App. It's a 6"diameter of layered decadence! Tomato, edamame, Ahi tuna, with actual chunks...a layer of avocado and shredded seaweed. I ate the entire thing! Then the Caesar salad was scrumptious, by the time my entree came, I had to box it up (Orange Chicken with Brown Rice). My BFF had edamame, gluten free beer and an avocado burger that looked yum. You cannot order anything cooler than medium here...they don't serve it! So I stuck to the raw fish! ;) Awesome place, great crowd. Thanks to our handsome bartender and Ed.
(5)Bret C.
What a disappointment. Yard House is mediocre at best. They have however many beers on tap. All of the food is kind of blah - one thing to definitely stay away from is the pizza. It's gross. And they are EXPENSIVE! Waits tend to get very long as well. Only good point - it's nice to see a unique chain come to the area with some outdoor seating. Solid anchor for attracting people toward the back of Legacy Place. Okay place to hang and have a drink, but much beyond that is not good.
(2)Jess L.
4 starsbased on quality and service. However, accept that the Yard house is a Yuppie brew pub. Prices for everything are ridiculously inflated considering the concept. Service was excellent. Large tap beer selection, but without a decent seasonal selection....they better step it up if they want to appeal to beer connoiseurs (sp). Super-sized booths for large groups, or people. "tuna roll" app was so so good...a meal in itself. Their French fries are aweful...they're shoestring style and too oily. Skip the tuna sandwich...Although very fresh I should know that rare ahi tuna never belongs between two pieces of bread. Burgers are huge and well- prepared. I'd go back for apps...if I'm not paying the tab.
(4)Beck N.
I wanted to love this place, but I just couldn't. They get 3 stars for atmosphere & decent waitstaff, but their beer & food... not so much. Yes, they have many, many beers on tap. But, for beer geeks like hubby & me, there was not much new to try...& for $6+/beer, I was a bit disappointed. The food was eh... I got the 4 cheese pizza, which was super sloppy & difficult to eat. Hubby ordered the Southern fried chicken & enjoyed it. For the price we paid, I expected something more... The decor was nice, but the atmosphere left something to be desired. It was filled with early 40s to 50s after work crowd & it was very loud. If you want to have an actual conversation while you enjoy dinner, this is not the place for you. Also, if you want to order another round, they do not have a beer menu on the table. The only beer menu is the cumbersome book you get to order your food. In short , if you must go here, stop here during happy hour 4:30-6 to get 1/2 off apps & grab a brew.
(3)Erin M.
Unlike Yasa, my husband and I are very happy to be known as regulars! We come from Wisconsin, where being a regular means you know your bartenders and staff, and they know you, which means you get great service-well, at the Yard House in Dedham, you get great service whether or not you're a regular. The ones we see on a regular basis deserve a LOT of credit. First and foremost...Dennis is the man you need to see-always happy to see his customers! Adam, Marlon, John, Whitney, Dan, Ashly, Kyana, and Charlie (bartenders) the barbacks Sean and John, and servers Renee, Crystal and Drew-they're all awesome people! The managers we see are Daniels and Heather (who is now at Fenway) Anyways, we always feel welcomed, we always sit at the bar, and we always get taken care of. These people are GREAT at their jobs-otherwise we wouldn't come back as much as we do. Both my husband and I have worked as bartenders/servers, and know what it means to be treated like we are. The food is always good! (so props to the people in the kitchen too!) We usually stick to our avocado swiss burgers (swap pepperjack for swiss), add bacon and one medium, one medium rare. We've gotten a few other things, but we love our burgers-which are always delicious. Friends meet us there and we've never heard a complaint. We usually stand at the open spot at the end of the bar by the kitchen and wait until seats open up at the bar (or the bartenders will help us scout them out) just so we can interact with these guys! We've had some interesting things happen while we've lived in the Boston area, and we can always count on our friends at the Yard House to lend us an ear. We now live in Dedham, so we're much closer-and will be there more frequently. We could go lots of places in the Boston area for dinner and drinks and spend about the same, if not more, but we love this place because of the people that work there. We are self proclaimed beer snobs-being from Wisconsin, having been bartenders, managed a small/high end specialty liquor store/homebrewers....and they have a great beer selection. Best one we've seen around here. Other places have a good selection, but this one is constantly good! I hope I didn't forget anyone, but I had to rave about this team-outstanding!
(5)Jacqueline C.
Good food & beer selection but giving the low rating due to the lack of courtesy. I was trying to get through the front door with a stroller and none of the THREE people at the front even thought to come over and hold the door open, but were just staring at me! When I get in, then I get a "can I help you?"!!!
(2)Simon G.
A good place with a wide wide variety of beer! If you love beer, you'll definitely like to come here for a drink and grab some lunch or dinner. The portions of meals here are a good size and the price range is far for the type of restaurant it is. The place is very dimly lit with lots of television screens for the sports fan. It being very popular during the evenings, you'd definitely want to remember your waitress/waiter in-case you need to flag them down for a drink or change of order.
(4)Jessie R.
I was happily surprised by this Legacy Place restaurant and bar as far as the food and drinks went. The service - not so much. There is a lot of really bad chain food around here and the baja fish tacos were really refreshing after days of bad food at other lunch spots. The mac and cheese was also good and the beer selection is awesome - Rouge Hazelnut Brown Nectar for all!! I definitely enjoyed it more as a bar and less as a restaurant, mostly because of our service. Our server was MIA for a while even after we explained we were trying to make a movie and wanted to put our food in quickly. We had to do that awkward grab-a-random-waitress thing to put in our food on time. Also - they play loud classic rock, and I could have used some deeper cuts after hearing the same Tom Petty song three times over the course of an hour and a half, but what can you do. Overall, not bad for the Boston suburbs.
(3)Sachin P.
Excellent options for vegetarians and strong beer selection. Only downside is volume of music. YARD HOUSE!!!!!
(5)Jason G.
I thought this place was really good. We went there for a late lunch/early dinner on a Saturday and it was packed. We sat in the bar area, which was a little noisy...but I am chalking it up to the fact that it was the high tables surrounding the bar. The service was good and refilled drinks without asking or encumbrance. The food was really good. We tried the clam chowder and classic ranch salad for appetizers ($2.95 added onto any meal). They were both very good. For a $3 salad appetizer it was quite large. For entrees I had the Pepperjack Burger, and my girlfriend had the Mac & Cheese(2). They were both excellent. I would recommend this place to anyone, and probably better if you are a beer drinker as they have a huge selection.
(5)Jack P.
Fly in my Chardonnay? More like dead moth in my Cobb Salad. Really disgusting to get halfway through a meal and find a dead bug in it. I did at the Yard House on a recent visit. It was gross, but what was more disturbing was the fact that the staff found it amusing. I saw the server bring the plate back into the kitchen, and a gaggle of servers and cooks gathered around cackling. I wonder how funny it will be when health dept stops by? Spoke to the manager, but no response from "corporate" as of yet. More than anything, this experience shows that Yard House cuts corners in washing/prepping its vegetables/lettuce. a lot Makes you wonder what other short cuts they take. Like hand washing? I won't be eating there again. Here's my Cobb-Webb salad, complete with bug: tinypic.com/r/23jlawn/7
(2)Debra B.
The Yard House is in the Legacy Place in Dedham, a beautiful shopping & dining area. I came here with a group of 9 people, and the booth tables were long enough to fit us all. We waited for about 45 minutes for a table around 8:30pm on a Wednesday night and was absolutely worth it. The service was great, very nice, and knowledgable with their food and drink menu. I ordered the garlic noodles with shrimp, blue crab meat and lobster claws, a summer salad, and a side of truffle fries. I was a happy camper with each dish. The menu is quite expensive, but the food portions balances it out and is definitely worth it. If Dedham wasn't that far from me, I would come here more often. I reccommend this place for sure!
(4)Evan G.
I love this place. I love beer, and Yard House has a million billion of them, mostly draft. I've also eaten here and its excellent. I had the truffle mac & cheese which was awesome, and I've also had a steak here that probably wasn't worth the price tag. Apps are awesome and beer is awesome. My gripe with this place isn't so much the place itself, but really the location. As cool as Legacy Place is, I absolutely HATE going there. It's crowded, you can't park anywhere but the top of the garage at night, and I hate waiting for a table. If there is a wait in a restaurant I'll probably go elsewhere, just because I'm impatient. I'd definitely recommend this place during the week, it will be much easier to actually get a seat / get a parking spot.
(4)Michael W.
Perhaps the largest assortment of beers I have seen....the place has the feel of a large national chain like a Cheesecake Factory in terms of the massive menu and the way that it is decorated....but I generally have found the food to be passable....it sounds better in the description than it is on the plate but the appetizers are pretty good.....they offer "gardein" meat substitute which is sort of creepy sounding but I tried it and it was surprisingly not bad.....the place is always crowded, super loud and while the service has always been good they really should give you a bit more time to make your selections because it is a really large menu. Overall a fun place with o.k. food and a great beer list. It isn't too pricey but I would not bring kids.
(3)Matt L.
Not sure why I have heard mixed reviews about this place. It is fairly new and sits inside Legacy Place which has a few other top restaurants. You wouldn't know it but it is a chain and this location is quite large inside. I heard they are opening another one of these near Fenway. If you are looking for a quiet place, this aint it. The inside is dimly lit and has large screen TVs in every corner and behind the bar. The beer selection in this place is unreal. They must have over a hundred beers on tap of all types from micro brews to domestics to loads of foreign and local specialities. The first three pages of the menu are all beer selections. Plus they will even let you sample a few prior to making a selection. Some are served in the large "yard" glasses. The staff here is very friendly and promotes some of the beers on the menu and lets you know which ones are the best tasting. Speaking of the menu, it is huge. This place has a dish for every appetite. From tons of appetizers to salads and then loads of sandwiches and burgers to entrees. We were here for lunch and you can get lunch portions of the dinners. I had mac and cheese cooked up in truffle oil and a side of truffle fries. It took a little while to get the food, but when it came it was worth the wait. Delicious from start to finish. I even saw a few burgers pass by and those looked pretty good as well. The prices were moderate similar to a Cheesecake Factory and it was a pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this place to go out with friends, family or even a date. However, from what I heard, the music can be quite loud in the evenings.
(4)Nicole M.
The Yard House is a great place for an after work drink and appetizers! The beer selection is awesome and the staff are super friendly and helpful. I have loved everything I have eaten here as well. I've only been for dinner once, and happy hour many times. They do half price appetizers for happy hour and they are delicious! Dinner can be a bit pricey for a beer restaurant but the quality and portions are great. Definitely go here!
(5)Ashley M.
At first, the half yard drinks seemed fun and different and the servers were very attentive. However, for such high prices, the quality of the food fell short. Tasteless pasta dishes and salads soaked in dressing. To top it off, we informed the manager that there were two underage kids (in high school, as we knew exactly who they and their families were) drinking at their bar, and in return he told us that he checked their ID's and ignored our concerns. When we tried to order another round of drinks, he came over and carded us each three times (yes three!) making us provide credit cards, bank cards, etc.etc. and made sure our drinks took at least twenty minutes. So much for trying to be good sports and make sure they weren't serving minors. I have been to some amazing restaurants, and this one isn't worth your money.
(1)Luna L.
Have been twice for drinks on the weekends, the Dirty martinis were good (although I would have liked blue cheese stuffed olives) My sister in law reports her pom martinis were good as well. I would have liked a Mojito but any real mojito drinker knows you DO NOT use a mix in this cocktail and unfortunately Yardhouse does which is not a true mojito. Its a nice atmosphere, upbeat, the bartenders were eficient and service was good overall. The bathroom was strange, I think they were going for trendy with the sinks in the ladies room but it just ends up messy and water gets everwhere i put my bag down and it was soaked.
(3)Teresa M.
After hearing some great reviews about Yard House, my husband and I decided to finally try it on Saturday. We arrived around 9 and were told it would be a 25 minute wait. To our liking our buzzer went off only about 10 minutes later and we were seated. Our waiter wasn't very friendly, but it was packed and we decided to chalk that up to it being busy. My cesar salad wasn't anything special, the dressing was very watery. My husband ordered the egg rolls and loved them. For dinner I ordered the Rib Eye, my absolute favorite cut of meat. I opted to get steamed spinach instead of broccoli for my side. Unfortunately when it arrived it was in this gross black water. I understand steamed spinach will always be served in some sort of water, but its usually bright green and flavorless. The black water really grossed me out so I put the spinach to the side and ate my steak and mashed potatoes instead. The steak was wonderful, cooked to perfection! A bit charred on the outside yet still medium in the middle. The mashed potatoes were creamy and perfectly seasoned, next time I think I'll have double mashed with my steak! My husband ordered Mac and Cheese with chicken. He loved it! I tried a bite and it was fabulous! We'll definitely be back!
(4)Liz B.
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! They had great food, great service, AND great music! If you don't like a Hard Rock Cafe atmosphere this place isn't for you. Yes it's loud, with great tunes, and the food is excellent!!!! They also have super long booths to easily seat 10. And the Hostess told us that they even have longer ones! The beers on tap are never ending, and they have a HUGE martini menu! I went with my husband, and we got one appetizer, and then two hamburger plates with two diet cokes. The bill was only $40. Not bad. It was lunch time by the way. We will definitely be going back!!!!
(5)Sue P.
I went here on a Tuesday night last month and was surprised to see a decent amount of people there watching a Celtics game. The Yard House definitely has a cool restaurant/ lounge atmosphere, which fits in nicely with the rest of the Legacy Place restaurants. The waiters were nice, the beers aplenty, and the food was pretty standard. I'm not a huge beer person, but how could I not have a beer at a place that has over 130 on tap? It was nice that the waitress was knowledgeable and could recommend some different ones to try. I just loved the warm brownie dessert right in the pan with ice cream! I think that all of the Legacy Place restaurants had some issues when they opened..... which is EXACTLY why I waited a while before going to any of them. I'll definitely be coming back to the Yard House to watch a game, drink some beers, and have a good time.
(4)Brendan K.
Surf and Turf Burger with a Snake Bite (pear cider mixed w/ Kona Lager). Pretty decent spot for food in the Legacy Place Mall.
(3)Loan V.
I've heard great things about this place but of course every time we try to go around dinner time it's always packed! So my friend and I decided we'd try to go there for lunch on a Sunday to see if the food is really worth the hour wait for dinner. The best thing about going to different restaurants (definitely had my share) is to go with low expectations so you're not disappointed! Boy we're we happy by the end of the meal! We decided to order four different apps so we could try a few items. * Truffle fries - amazing! It's a must try for those fries lovers out there. * Classic Sliders - this came with a side of fries (yes even the plain fries are yummy!). The burger itself wasn't too bad, they were pretty big for sliders, the bread was soft with the right amount of butter but the patties itself could of been a little thicker so you got the right bread/meat ratio. * Blue Crab Cakes - it's pretty good but the mango sauce is what really makes it yummy! If they served the cakes on its own I wouldn't recommend it but you gotta get it so you can try it with their sauce! * Korean BBQ Beef - it was cooked and marinated just right! It also came with jasmine rice and take it from a Vietnamese person that was the real Asian rice LOL. This could have been a meal in its own. * Dessert Trio Sampler - how can you walk away without trying something sweet! This is great to share...chocolate cake, peach cobbler and lemon/raspberry meringue. The portions were pretty big for appetizers! Needless to say we were stuffed and happy. We'll have to come back and try for dinner with entrees cause everything that was coming out of the kitchen looks so delicious! Now I have to say it's worth the hour wait especially with a smiling/happy staff! :)
(4)Brough M.
Ordered take-out "adult mac and cheese"... while we were waiting had some drinks at the bar. The beers on tap (about a thousand) were ice cold and awesome! She had the Pomegranate Martini... best ever! The atmosphere was fantastic, and the service at the bar was great! The Mac and Cheese was great!
(4)Michael C.
I like beer, therefore I like the Yard House very much. I dig the guac. Apt 12 will put you on another planet - great beer, but I slept all night on the first chair I sat on when I got back to my house.
(4)Michael D.
I decided to try this place out recently after my roommate went to one of their locations out of state and really liked it. We went on Friday around 6:30pm and were expecting to have to wait a long time...the hostess quoted us 35 min. and the wait was right on (we were expecting a longer wait due to it being a new place and a Fri. night). We opted to wait outside where it was a little quieter and also considering that even if we attempted to "grab a drink at the bar" like the hostess suggested I don't think we could have made it close enough. Once we were seated our waitress Sandra was very attentive, helpful, and outgoing, giving us good suggestions on both beer and food. The grilled artichoke appetizer was amazing! Beer prices were reasonable for the Boston area (we had the "six pack" beer sampler (think wine flight)), although mixed drinks were kind of pricey. Yes the place was crowded, and yes it was a bit loud, but it seems to be part of the atmosphere...we had no problem watching both the Bruins and Celtics on the large LCD tv's that are scattered throughout. If you are looking for a casual place with a large selection of beer, decent beer prices, friendly staff, and don't mind waiting a bit, I suggest checking it out.
(4)Shelby S.
I was really excited about going to the yard house for my boyfriends birthday with his friends. There's about 18 of us on a Saturday night. I called just to give them a heads up. The woman who answered the phone was nice enough but when the manager got on the phone he was just straight out rude. There have been plenty of times we have gone and our food has been really cold and needed to be sent back and also recieving the wrong beer. Service is hit or miss but we will not be returning to this location ever again due to the horrible customer service we received. We will be spending our night at kings, bowlings! And they were MORE than happy to have us and very accommodating. Maybe the managers at the yard house should walk down to kings and take a class in customer service.
(1)Joel O.
A regular hangout spot of mine. I love the food, and of course, the beer. Do yourself a favor and just get the sampler. Far too many choices! If you feel up to it, try the Belgium sampler.
(5)Elle Z.
Hooray for the only bar at Legacy Place you can get into without a 2 hour wait! I haven't really eaten here, but I had some drinks before going to the movies recently and the beer selection, is as they advertise: Enormous. I had a blend of white ale and strawberry lambic which was really good, really sweet; but really good. The waitstaff was pleasant and knowledgeable, and didn't rush us out of our table, even though we were only going to have a couple drinks (the bar was full) and as I said before, there was very little wait to be seated, because nothing irks me more than being told to "come back in 2 hours" from the hostess at the C Bar, if I feel like waiting for a table on a Friday night, I'll go out in Boston. Its a bit pricey for bar food, until you see the portions, which are the same as the beer list: Enormous. All in all, I'll probably be back for dinner
(3)Krutin D.
TONS OF BEER! Can't go wrong with the selection. TV's galore - perfect spot to watch some New England sports. Food is good too; something for the traditional and adventurous types alike.
(5)B C.
A real mixed bag here. The atmosphere is awesome and you wont find a better beer selection anywhere. I was excited to try something completely new and the beer menu is very descriptive. I also found the service to be fantastic, they really seemed to care. This got us excited for a nice family night at a new place, but things fell apart when it came to the food. The clam chowder and the french onion soup were barely warm. (Looking at the other reviews here, it seems heating food is a recurring problem) Waiter took them back promptly and returned them within minutes. The chowder was nice and hot, but they forgot to heat the french onion soup. It came back just as cold as it arrived the first time. Third time around the french onion soup was perfect, and it was delicious. I ordered a turkey burger with the matchstick fries and it was excellent. Our little one ordered the chicken fingers and she loved them. My wife and son ordered dinner salads, but there must have been something wrong with the vinaigrette. It tasted sour. They asked for another dressing to mask the flavor, but it was already on the salad. Both of them barely touched their plates. The servers were very helpful and the meal wasn't expensive, but nobody enjoyed it and considering two of us left without eating, it wasn't a good value. I'm not going back unless its just for beers at the bar. I'll eat elsewhere.
(2)Tiffany T.
I've been here for lunch and happy hour. The pizzas and salads are excellent. Extensive drink menu. Wonderful appetizers esp. the egg rolls and the fried calamari! Great place for groups. Good ambiance. Great service. They are really accommodating esp. if someone in your party has a peanut allergy. The manager came over to talk to us about the allergy to understand the level of its intensity. We appreciated their diligence. I will be back.
(5)Mary F.
Food here is decent, a little pricey but large portion... so I guess it evens out. Service is friendly but a bit on the slow side. My friends and I mainly go here for drinks before hitting up the movies- right next door :). They make the best long island ice tea I've ever had!
(4)Roger L.
This place is BUSY BUSY BUSY ... I've been to this establishment a few times now and the most recent visit just went beyond my expectations. The waiter we got was very knowledgeable about the beverage selection and helped my guests choose something they were very pleased with. There was an incident when one of our pizza had something we requested not to be added, then they brought out a new one very quickly but had chicken and not the Gardien vegetarian version, but before we could take a bite, the manager came back to get it and apologized. We weren't upset at all because we were all having a great time and after two appetizers we could've actually done without the pizza. So to our surprise, the manager did not charge us the pizza and everyone was pleasantly surprised. The waiter came back numerous times to refill our cups and was very attentive by getting us extra napkins and other small things. If you haven't been, you'll definitely enjoy the food and atmosphere. Drinks are plentiful and can fulfill any pallet. Just call ahead and know what to expect the waiting times are.
(4)Kristin G.
Solid 4 stars. -Amazing beer selection - great food (i had the turkey burger and it was delicious!) -huge space This place gets PACKED on the weekends. I went on a Thursday night and ended up only waiting about 10 minutes. The beer selection is daunting. The french fries were delicious! Def. stop in here after a day of shopping @ Legacy place! Well worth the trip!
(4)Heather P.
Five star rating just for the beer selection alone....can't leave without trying the mac and cheese! We used to go to the one in Golden, CO and the location outside of Chicago, IL. Never disappoints!
(5)Melissa S.
Absolutely love this place! I always meet there with my friends, and sit outside by the fireplace. The lettuce wraps for the appetizers are awesome! and a huge selection of draft beers! Great place to chill out with some good people!
(5)Mags R.
LOVE THIS PLACE! I attempted to go in 2 previous occasions and the wait was super long! (very popular!) So I left in both occasions, however I went back for lunch to celebrate my sister's B-day, and I must say it was amazing food! It was priced ok because the portions and the service were great! LOVE IT!
(5)A O.
Food is pretty good. they have a nice veg selection. Our waiter was the best I have ever had - friendly, patient, professional, attentive, and we'll probably go back to eat there simply because of the great service. The food arrived quickly as well. It helps that Yardhouse composts, and a pretty "green" restaurant.
(4)M L.
Beer selection is unbelievable. Been about 5 times times since they opened and have only had apps and beers. Place has been busy everytime I've been, but getting a beer is not an issue.
(4)Lori C.
food was aweful. ordered the slliders- it was one burger (about the thinkness of a McDonald's burger) quarter and placed on 4 buns. Don't bother telling them how you want it cooked- it is too thin. Also ordered chicken wings- very deep fried and dry. Major dissappointment. The beer selections was good, but DO NOT go there for the food. I looked on the menu before ordering to see if they served testers because of their huge selection. They didn't have it listed on the menu so I assumed they didn't do that. After ordering, we saw several people with "six pack" testers. The bartender didn't even mention this. When I asked them about it they said they have them all of the time. I wish I had know that and it had been written on the menu!
(1)Rick P.
I don't drink, so this review is based on the food, the setting and the service. All were good. I like the eclectic taco appetizers that they have, next time I may make my meal out of those tacos alone.
(4)Jay W.
Can't go wrong with a place that has good food, hot waitresses, and the biggest beer selection ever. Also, I like large, spacious places, and this environment definitely falls under that category.
(5)Adri Y.
YUM! I know this is not a burger joint but OMG the burgers are absolutely mouthwatering delicious here! My friend had suggested to meet up here one night for dinner and I had ordered the "Pepper Crusted Gorgonzola" burger. It has marsala sautéed crimini mushrooms, carmelized onions, baby spinach. I usually get my burgers medium well and I am well aware that any burger that is ordered medium well or well-done has a great tendency to taste very dry. However, this burger made to my request of medium well and was very moist! Other things on the menu I have tried is the: -"Seared Sea Scallops" which is served over orzo pasta with wild mushrooms, sun-dried tomato sauce and white truffle jus. Tasted pretty good but was not very filling. -"Roasted Turkey Pot Pie" which contains carrots, leeks, celery and fresh herbs encrusted in puff pastry. Wasn't too bad but was a bit too salty for my taste. I love the environment of this place. Very trendy, with a pretty big bar in the middle of the restaurant. They also have many TVs around the restaurant for sports watching. Price was OK - more on the pricey side (about 9 bucks for a burger if I remember correctly.) I usually don't love going to chain restaurants but I will definitely be returning here for some burgers and beer :-)
(4)Michael C.
I am not a fan. If all you want it a beer, knock yourself out. If you want more that a beer, better choices all around. The Met ! ! ! Of down the Street Joes American Bar & Grill
(1)Winnie K.
Ok, we came back for dinner on a Friday night-April 1st and the place was hopping and the wait was long. I think we arrived at 5:45P. I immediately put my name in & was told 10 minutes, we would be seated.and received a "beeper". I noticed another woman coming in 10 minutes after us, as I was right by the hostess Station & was advised the same & she received a beeper too. Now I was still waiting an additional 15 minutes for this thing to buzz, so we can be seated. Then I noticed the woman that came in afterwards that she just got buzzed & was shown her table?? I went up to the hostess & had asked her why she was sat before us? & all she can say was "Well, your next!" & immediately looked down on her sheet. I asked her again- & she said again,. Oh, I just said you were next in line, just then she punch some buttons in & the buzzer went off & we were seated by another hostess, and of course, next to the other couple that was seated before us.(Just my luck!) I had complained to the that hostess how displeased I was & she was like Umm? would you like to speak to a manager? I said Yes, very much so, well the manager never came around until the end of the meal when I was had said something to our waitress Tanya, who was awesome by the way- & she brought one over right away. The manager was very understandable, I wanted to let her know, I was not looking for any discount or anything, but just to make sure that when the hostess station does do something like that, not to do it so blatant
(3)tony a.
This is a good place, the food is delicious and the bartenders are friendly. I come here occasionally on weeknight. I love their appetizers and they are all half prize after 10 pm. who goes to bed before 2am anyways this place should be packed everynight.
(4)J.T. R.
Great food, endless selection of beer and drinks, and excellent service. Can't say enough about how well this place is managed. Large crowds even at off peak hours speak to that. Be prepared for a lengthy wait Fridays and Saturdays, but it's worth it.
(5)Stephanie K.
This is the best bar with the best food and drinks to watch a game. I don't recommend taking children there after 5. The atmosphere is fun and there are TV's everywhere. The best buffalo chicken wings and burgers. You have to try their avocadao & Swiss burger, it is delicious. Really great bar food and their steak tip salad is yummy. The one thing I tried and did not like is their lobster crab artichoke dip.
(4)Leo R.
The food is very good especially for a "pub". What impressed me more than the food was the service. I sat at the bar during a Patriot's game and ordered an appetizer. I waited a while for the food but didn't think it unusual considering it was during a game. After it came, the manager came up to me, apologized for the delay and removed the charge from my check.
(4)Frank M.
Went back and told the waiter I had to have things quickly as we were running behind for a movie. Things came fast...both beers and the entree. I was very happy with their ability to accommodate my request and the waiter was fantastic. No more complaints!
(4)Lilia C.
shrimp cerviche was yummy. kinda big spoonfuls. truffle fries are nice and crispy and a great small snack. rib rye was nothing special which was disappointing for the price. server recommended the monk fish which was surprisingly good. more meaty than a regular fish and it comes with three different sauces....good variety. Samantha our server was very nice and informative which was a plus!
(4)Louise F.
Holy crap, beer selection. It is like the Tap Handle Angels start singing gospel every time I sit at this bar. Total beer fanatic right here, and Yard House always hits the spot. They have a really good selection of craft brews, enough for me to be able to try a new beer every time I go. They even have a great selection of local brews ON TAP. Dig it. I have never had bad service here, and the bartenders to their best to describe different beers to me before I try a new one. Sure, it is a bit pricey, but I would rather pay more for 1 or 2 good beers than pay less for 3 or 4 crappy beers. Just tried their food for the first time last night --sweet potato fries and edamame! Yum! Great spot. Edit: They do not take reservations, which is a drag. They have been pretty rude about it. 2ce.
(3)John O.
This place has everything you're looking for on a Friday night. It's right by the movie theater, has a great beer selection, and the food is quality. The best thing on the menu are the Truffle Fries! These fries will change how you think about a potato! Even though the place is huge it still packs out. We had a 30 min wait the last time I was there. It was worth it though!
(4)Shelly D.
"There's an old saying in Tennessee -- I know it's in Texas, probably in Tennessee -- that says, fool me once, shame on -- shame on you. Fool me -- you can't get fooled again." -George Bush Is this place kidding? If you are going to charge fine dining prices, please offer fine dining service... $8-$10 beers? Nickle and dime you for the add on's? $25 plus dollar steak's $13 plus dollar burgers? The food was decent, but not great. Firecracker wings were good and the rest was not so good. The burger I had was medium and was burnt on the outside and bloody in the middle. The service was slow and the server seemed miserable and not happy to be waiting on us. Sorry if we have to keep asking for things, but don't make us feel like jerks for doing so...Your our server! We were herded into the place like cattle. If you cant fit that many people in the place-DONT! I know the place is new and everyone wants to check it out but how about you let everyone experience be a little better by not crunching everyone together like sardines. The decor and cleanliness was great. The draft system is astounding, but I was confused as to why they were out of so many beers from the menu...Maybe they sold out. Either way, I wouldn't order some of the weird ones anyways, because I am sure they have been sitting in the keg since they have opened and are nasty. I just stuck with my 12 dollar martini. The prices are ridiculous. Maybe we will go back, but after a while and when we have saved up a ton of money and hopefully there are not 500 people in the place. No interest to go back any time soon. That is the feedback I got from everyone who i talked to after going here. All set.
(1)Amy E.
We visited here Sunday April 25 at 12:45 - it was not too crowded. I was impressed by the huge amount of beers on tap and my friend had been to the one in Costa Mesa. The prices were higher than I expected, $11-14 for burgers and fries, $23-$28 for the catch of the day. No prices for the beers listed on the menu, no mention of $2 up charge for anchovies with the caesar salad. My side salad was so bland and tasting of the fridge that I sent it back. Our server was trying hard, but there are too many people involved. The food runners still have no idea who ordered what. She even came out to make sure the food was not auctioned off (who got the ....ranch salad. Umm...it is just the two of us, any indication on the ticket as to who ordered what?) Guys - come on. Our meal came to $48 before tip. 90 minutes for a beer, side salad and burger each. Fine dining prices and pacing without the fine dining service or food. Not a fan, will not go back. Would have given it one star, but got plus two for our nice waitress, Ashley. It was very dark, very loud and a very long expensive lunch.
(3)Julie B.
100 beers on tap, yet nothing overly special. The service was good enough but our waitress had a problem when a few friends came over from the bar to chit chat at our table. They do have some interesting looking appetizers that I would try. I think the highlight for me was the 80's music videos playing on the flatscreens.
(3)Kristin F.
I love this place! The selection of beer is beyond amazing and the food is good too. I go back as often as I can!
(5)Mike H.
I'll agree with most of what has already been said. The beer selection is great but it goes downhill from there. It is pretty standard for a big beer outfit to list both prices and alcohol content for each beer, this place had neither! Being adventurous could lead to a 13.5% ABV $10 pint. Best bang for your buck is the six 5oz sample tour for $8.50. Food is very overpriced and mediocre. Burgers are exceptionally expensive and not nearly as good as a $12 burger should be. Met bar is a much better choice for this. Service was pretty poor. Ordering beer mail order would've been quicker. I ordered a beer before my food came, and it was brought to me after I finished eating. The server stopped by twice to let me know "she's still waiting for the bar to pour my beer". Thanks for the update, I'm still thirsty though. Decor looked typical for an upscale shopping center trying to seem hip and urban. Terrible planning with tables though. Most booths are extremely long, sitting about 5 people on each side. Most of these had two people at them, effectively wasting the space that could be used for additional seating. My advise is to have dinner at B.Good or the hot food bar at Whole Foods and go here to knock a few back, just make sure to ask for the price first.
(2)David M.
I came here with a group of five people on a Wednesday night. The place was packed but we were able to get a table right away. I can only imagine the waiting time during weekends. Its good but not worth waiting good. This makes it lose one star in my opinion. My server was very nice and my burger was great. The problem: I ordered the BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger. No where on the menu does it say that it comes with pickles or tomatoes. I still no better and told her no pickle no tomato. She said that burger does not come with pickles or tomatoes so not to worry. What shows up in the middle of my plate buried in my fries......a friggin' pickle!! I hate pickles!!! I was grossed out. Luckily, it didn't come into contact with much and I was able to remove it and the pickle juices of my plate without disturbing my food.
(2)Susen Y.
Hamburger tasted like rubber; server was aloof and rude! I will not go back.
(1)Andy D.
I LOVE Yard House restaurants. The ones in the LA area are great. This one? Not so much. It still has a great beer menu. I'm a beer snob and I enjoy it here. Are there beer menus in Boston that are larger, sure, but this one is really solid. Beers tend to be a little too pricey though. The food is far worse than the other Yard Houses though. The onion ring tower is usually a go to option for us. In Dedham, it was way way way overcooked. The walnuts in my salad were just plain bad. The service was fine. The wait on a Saturday afternoon was zilch. Next time we go, it'll just be for the beer. I definitely was a bit let down. Oh well.
(3)Robert O.
Insanely huge beer selection with upscale NJ-diner-like menu... literally a smorgasbord of choices for food. A great place to bring a large party that may have a picky eater or drinker on board. Great staff and awesome atmosphere considering this is a chain, which also automatically drops the rating to a 4 from Wrob, sorry.
(4)Nisy W.
I went here the other night with a male friend of mine and it was kind of a last minute thing. It was getting late, and we originally were gonna go to the Met (which I also have not been to)but the kitchen was closed. I didn't have any intentions with this place, I was just hungry and wanted to have a some cocktails. I actually was satisfied and pretty happy with my meal. We had the lobster,crab & artichoke dip which was ok , but could of been better, there wasn't much lobster or crab meat in the dip. We both got burgers. His the turkey burger which he was pleased with, and I had the pan crusted Gorgonzola burger which was very delicious and and juicy. They cooked it the way I like it and I enjoyed every bite. All in all it was decent, the prices weren't bad. I would like to try it again and try one of their seafood entrees
(3)barrie g.
Poor quality food. Salad should not be served with the lettuce core. Fries were tasty but the pizza is just weighed down and heavy making it taste like it is not done. Will be a go to beer place as they have many good varieties.
(2)Helen v.
The Yardhouse has been a favorite of mine over the last couple of months. Just getting to admire all of their beers on tap seems to be enough, but there are a lot of other great things about this place! There are always lots of people there, not overpowering, but it is nice to come to a place where lots of people want to be! The food has been generally great, though I don't recommend the pizza (quite average). Love to come with just one friend or a whole group. Did I mention how awesome the beer is!? ;)
(4)Cynthia N.
Tonight was my second visit to the Yard House. The first visit we sat at the bar and just had cocktails. It seemed like a nice enough place but was very loud. Tonight we had dinner. We had to wait a very long time for our meal. A manager stopped by the table to apologize for the delay. When the meals finally came out, the others got their meal but mine was going to be out in a "minute". 10 minutes later, my meal came and on the first mouthful of my fish, I got 2 fish bones. The second mouthful yielded 3 more fish bones. Yuck! The waitress took back my meal, apologized and asked if she could get me something else. I declined since the rest of my table had already finished with their meal. I don't think I would go there again.
(1)Pamela C.
Legacy Place is the new hot spot to go in the Dedham area. The Yard House was a pleasant find. Although, there was a long line on a wednesday night. Yuck! The food was great. I mean really good. Yum, Yum, Yummy. Tons of beers. I don't even like beer and I was impressed. There is plenty of parking. Bonus. the waiter was great. Offered good suggestions on drinks and food.
(4)Manuel G.
This place is Great! I live at Station 250 and we go all the time. It is only a short drunk walk away. Try the sampler beer from tap always a great value compared to the yard beer glass...
(5)Bear Paw B.
Upscale bar that was very busy! We went on a Friday night and there was an hour wait. We waited at the bar but could not find a good spot that we could just stand without being in the way. Great selection of beers that even a non-beer-drinker could find something they like. Food was decent. Overall, good time.
(3)Matt V.
Was promised "Largest selection of Beers." Was disappointed by that and the food value. Take the awesome concept of a beer hall, and then ruin it with expensive food, corporate monotony indifference, and an arrogant sense of self importance. Went here with three friends Saturday night dinner. Call it a double date. The wait was longer than 1.5hours, but we grabbed a buzzer and shopped around nearby. It ended up being a little shorter, because I think people ahead of us just gave up. The food was pretty pedestrian, with your regular assortment of burgers, sandwiches, and salads. What stood out to me was the average burger cost was about $11. For those who prefer healthy choices, the entre salads were more expensive. I will say the french fries that came with my burger were distinct from other places I've been. Portion of fries was filling, but the fries themselves were smaller than McDonald's but larger than shoestring potatoes. That might have been the one highlight of the meal. The beer selection was ok. Sure they had lot of tap, but if you really like beer, try the sunset grill and tap. Much bigger beer selection, definitely better food value. Don't kid yourself by coming here for their beer.
(2)Shannon J.
I ate here with my family. It was our first time! The food was really good. We had the wings for an appetizers, they say the buffalo isn't spicy but it actually is (get the sauce on the side). We also got the truffle fries which were great. Next up, two people had the fish and chips! They said it was really good and the fish was great. They give you four giant pieces of beer battered fish, so if you aren't a big eater then split the plate. Someone else got the steak, said it was good but a bit tough. I got the jambalaya pasta it was sooooo delish! Note: they only give you one jumbo shrimp. I was pretty disappointed it only came with one shrimp but overall really tasty. I'd eat here again for sure! Our waitress was REALLY nice and the entire staff was friendly. All the food came out hot too, which is great.
(4)Lita S.
I work within walking distance to this place. I thought OMG this is giong to great!!! I wanted it to be. I 'like" it. I can't see me going often. The food doesn't do it for me. My husband and I ordered burgers, his came with all the stuff he asked for it not to and both were so greasy the bun fell apart. It was yucko. The fries are nasty, and the beer's are ok. I went again with a friend I hadn't seen in a while, so we were catching up. Then some more friends came. The great thing about this night was the table, it fit all 6 of us comfortably but I couldn't hear much. It was very loud. This night we had pizza and chicken tender pieces. Bleh. The chicken was pretty good for fried.... If I go back it's because someone wants me to meet them there. It won't be my suggestion unfortunately.
(2)Jillian Q.
Yard House was packed on a Friday night and we were quoted an hour to an hour and a half wait, but luckily we were seated in a half hour! The service was excellent. Our waitress was attentive, pleasant, and helpful. The beer variates were also amazing. The food, though, was pretty unimpressive. We actually sent the seafood/crab dip back because it tasted and smelled awful. My mac&cheese dish was really just "ok" and my dessert was plain disappointing. I would go back for the atmosphere and drinks but would choose another restaurant at Legacy Place for dinner.
(2)Angela C.
Really really good food! Loud atmosphere..not the kind of place you would go for a romantic dinner alone..but fun for a night out with friends. Great variety on types and tastes! I had the garlic chicken noodles...very tasty and inventive with the addition of endgame and tofu! The have a bazillion beers on tap meaning you can be happy with whatever you get, but it comes with a price at about 7-8 bucks per beer!! I would definitely be back here whenever we're in the area..it's especially busy on Sat. nights in the height of the holiday season (and the outside mall it's in will leave you looking for a parking space and put any marriage to the test! ;) you know what I mean!) so be prepared to wait unless you've made a reservation. I'm sure during the week it's less busy than the weekends! P.S. Someone in our group got the mushroom/parmesan chicken and from what I hear not only looked incredible but was to boot!
(4)Mike Y.
Go here for the beer and to watch a game but the food is sub par. They literally have over a hundred beers to choose from so the hardest part is trying to decide what you want. Their menu is extensive, and with restaurants, it usually means they do everything mediocre and nothing exceptional. I got the teriyaki chicken which I thought was on par with a TGI Fridays or Applebee's and my wife got the blackened mahi mahi which wasnt the greatest. BUT I would say it's a good place to hang out and I'd probably go back there for an appetizer or something.
(3)Pamela O.
Amazing service (in Jan 2012) and delicious food! I was impressed.
(4)Sue W.
This is the second time I've walked out of Yardhouse feeling like I'm nocturnal after sitting in the super dimmed dining room. I can only describe it as similar to staring at a computer screen for 8 hrs just like what I do everyday at work =P The theme of Yardhouse is Asian/American fusion which guess is true since the menu comprises of dishes like what you'd find at PF Chang and the Cheesecake Factory. The tap selection is quiet impressive and plenty of TVs all around the restaurant if you want to keep on top of what's going on in the Sports world. Other than that, Yardhouse is... ehhh okay?
(3)Gavin F.
I really like this place. We have been multiple times with and without kids, and have always had a good experience. My only gripe is the wait times and crowds, but not much that can be done about that with it being so popular, and so much better than nearby Wicked. The food is good - wide selection, always well cooked and presented. The beer list is amazing and we have never had anything but great service here, even when they are really busy. Strongly recommended
(4)James C.
If not for the huge beer selection and nice beer sampler offering this place would have gotten a solid 2 stars. The food in this place was downright mediocre. Two of the 3 entree's we ordered were quite small for the $20-25 they cost (both pasta). How often does the person with the fish dish end up with the heartiest meal?! The saving grace here is the atmosphere and the large beer list. The beer sampler was a nice offering which lets you sample 6 of their beers (they decide) for a pretty good price. The dessert was also a savior. My family had the dessert sampler while I had the chocolate stout ice cream float. Both were good. Although I dinged the food offerings I would try it again and give a few different things a try.
(3)Sean H.
First off, to let you know - I am not a beer enthusiast. I don't really care one whit about beer. I don't obsess over it, I don't talk about it, I don't sit around a table to discuss the fine qualities of different beers, comparing the various levels of hops. Hell, I don't even know what an IPA is. (Ok, I know what an IPA is - but only because a lot of the people I work with fit squarely into the category I've been talking about, that I fit squarely OUT of.) So I don't care about beer, and I'm not going to review it here. But I've been to the Yard House at Legacy Place twice now, for lunch. And the food and prices I have to say are quite good. Once I had the blue crab cake sandwich. It was pretty good, but I felt that it would have made a better dish without the "sandwich" part. I love crab cakes, if done well, and this was done fairly well. It also came with a lovely tomato bisque. This was one of the lunch combos which is totally affordable and a great value for the money. I also had fries which I found to be quite good, though I am a fry snob. Not many places do fries well, and this one was just above that dismal average here in New England. Or I should say Massachusetts. I have had much better fries in Vermont and New Hampshire. (Incidentally as a comparison, the best fries in Massachusetts that I have encountered was the Rattlesnake Restaurant several years ago before they jumped onto the coated fry bandwagon totally ruining them forever. And now the best fries are at Five Guys Burgers.) My second trip I had the hot pastrami sandwich and French Onion Soup. I have to say the soup was huge, compared to the smaller tomato bisque I had had on my earlier trip. And good. The French Onion Soup there is very good. The pastrami was nice, but somewhat stringy. This is the problem with pastrami for me. For me to enjoy it it has to be supple, and fall apart with every bite. It has to be shaved ultra-thin. This was well shaved, I think, but still, no bite would release itself cleanly. I had to pull at it, tug at it, to force it to release its grip on the remainder of the sandwich so I could eat it. Tasty yes, but not trivial to deal with. Now from the perspective of a beer lover, and as I said, I work with many who are TRUE beer lovers, this place must be a Mecca of sorts. Each time I've been there they have had multiple beers, usually trying out different ones, and they were all very very very pleased with each one. That's just not me.
(3)TIM O.
Good food ...poor service. I've been twice...there won't be a third time. My waitress was not off to a great start when my drink arrived at about 1/3 empty. After that, the appetizer arrived cold (she even said, "I wonder where your appetizer is; I ordered it a while ago." Well if she had gotten to the kitchen sooner, it might have arrived hot. Cold french fries anyone? Then my entree arrived cold as well. I'm giving it 3 stars because it could be good with a new manager.
(3)Julie G.
yeah. this place was ok. I won't be rushing back. I had the Hawaiian burger and it should have come with bacon or canadian bacon. The fries were of the shoestring variety and excellent. The service was attentive and friendly. Definitely a place to go with a decent sized group because the food and drink menu were varied. The prices were a bit absurd and the ambiance a bit generic. This place won't ruin your evening but it's not anything to rave about
(3)John F.
Fantastic food and the bar can't be beat! Looking forward to trying the Fenway location. I eat here often and my only complaint is the high employee turnover. Seems like I get a new trainee every other time I go. Overall they do a nice job though. Burgers are fantastic especially the Gorgonzola Burger, I highly reccomend it!
(4)Michelle L.
I have no idea why I continue to frequent this place. There is a good selection of beers, but if you want a good selection and good food you're better off at Sunset. The food seems overly salty and leaves me with a bad taste in my mouth (literally) for the rest of the day.
(2)Jimmy B.
My family and i, took my dad for father's day. We had to wait about 20 mins to be seated. That's what happens when u go to a great place during peek time, but it was so worth the wait! Very nice decor inside. Everyone that works there was very friendly and nice. My family loved all the food we ordered. Definitely would go back and would recommend this to a friend for a date or special occasion
(5)Julie B.
A bit of a mixed review. I went with my Husband who's been raving about the place. His food was excellent but mine lacked flavor. The dessert was excellent tough. I enjoyed the ambiance and the place was very full, so it had a pretty festive atmosphere. I'll go back and give it another shot.
(3)Lisa M.
Went here for lunch with my nieces aged 3 and 10 yesterday. The girls chose their lunch off of the kids menu while I opted for the lunch specials. We started with calamari between us since the kids love seafood. It was salty, crispy and delicious, and it came as a really large serving for an app. Actually, all of their food is served very generously. The girls got cheese pizza with fries and we couldn't believe how large their kids sized pizza was. They seemed to enjoy it a lot, especially the fries and both of them had plenty to take home as leftovers. I got the BBQ chicken pizza with Caesar salad on the side. Both were very good. The salad was fresh and the dressing was a great consistency with a nice lemony kick. The pizza was very good too with awesome crust. I want to give a shout out to the waitstaff who were particularly awesome and were very nice to the girls. Overall it was a great experience and I look forward to coming to the Yardhouse for an adult dinner and cocktails with my husband soon.
(4)D B.
Much better than expected. I ordered tuna. Jane (I'm assuming the manager) came by to apologize that the tuna was unavailable and was very helpful, including comping me for dessert (without me even asking for it). She was fantastic. The bartender, Dan, was also fantastic (attentive, but not overly so). I highly recommend it.
(5)Demetri P.
very good beer selection, helpful staff and great ahi tuna salad. as far as chain restaurants go, i think they do a great job. spaten oktoberfest and chimay trippel were two of the highlights of my evening. enjoy responsibly, i tend to get carried away with all of the beers.
(4)brian c.
I wen to the Yardhouse Saturday night for the Celtics. Initially told the wait would be between 1-1.5 hours. We got buzzed in about 45 minutes. We had a server named Tim, who was fantastic. He really helped make the experience good. The food was okay, I had the avocado and swiss burger and my g.f. had the fish and chips. The beer selection is fantastic, with over 100 on tap. They have a "six-pack" sampler, which is a 5oz sample of six beers. They six-pack changes every Tuesday. They give you a print-out of the beers on the sampler with a description and lsiting of the alcohol content, which is very convenient. Its not a bad deal for $8.95. I will go back again and if you have to wait, you can always walk around legacy place. They give you a buzzer and there is a lot fo store to check out ni the area.
(4)Rob D.
This place constantly disappoints me. Food is mediocre at best. Have been served cold food, moldy bread etc. Nothing but the beer selection and location stand out here. Overpriced for the quality that you get. Only go between 3-5 when the apps are half priced. That's all they are worth. Go to wicked pizza across the way. Much better food and actually worth the wait.
(1)Alex B.
Good thing they have a beer selection because this may be the only redeeming quaity to this restaurant. Tried the turkey sliders and bbq pizza. The pizza dough tasted like it was stale not even a little crunchy. The turkey burgers came out pink so i had to send them back. the only good thing about the burger was the bread it's like a hawaiian sweet bread besides that the taste was mediocre at best. You can get better food at Uno's and it's cheaper!
(2)Jen K.
Happened to be out at Legacy Place with a friend, and rather than hit rush hour traffic getting back to Boston, we went to Yard House for a beer and a burger. Wish we'd just started out. We'd have had a later dinner, but likely far better. It was busy, which I took to be a good sign, but after eating here can only assume it's because the people in the 'Burbs love chains. The beer list was pretty long, but not exactly inspired. Lots of basics if you're a craft beer fan, but few that you can't get in a multitude of places. But it was fine, and my beer, while not the best Dale's I've ever been poured, was good. But the burgers. Oy... We both ordered medium rare. My friend's was medium, and that's being generous. Mine however, was easily medium well. The bartender took it back to redo, and a manager came to apologize. Same manager brought the new burger and promptly took off. Never came to check. Bartender never checked either, but I blame her less. Having been a waitress in the past, if my manager ran food to an upset customer, I'd have expected him to make sure it was acceptable. Well, round two was possibly 2 degrees less than the first, maybe. They were pretty much the same doneness. A second manager came over who apologized again and comped both burgers. Left with a bad taste in my mouth. Definitely reluctant to ever go back. I've eaten burgers at Chili's that were cooked properly, and if they can get it right Yard House should be able to as well! Will give them a second star due to the second manager who spoke to us.
(2)Mister D.
I've only been there once, but my daughter and I had a great time there. I would describe it as a kind of modern pub/restaurant. The draft beer selection is impressive, I've never seen a wider one. We had a few different beers between us and they were all fresh tasting. Considering that one of our selections was from a near empty keg ( I saw a bartender flush the line and install a new keg not long after we bought ours), I would say that they handle their stock with care. The bartenders worked well with each other, so that we never had to wait for our beers, nor were any pushed on us. I must add that they were very friendly and attentive, having worked in the business years ago, I appreciate that. We didn't eat, but the food that we saw being served to nearby patrons looked great, very generous servings. If the prices were lower I would have gone ahead and given it 5 stars even without having eaten, just for the bar alone. I will go back eventually but I'm still paying for 3 college tuitions so my visits will be sparse for a while. It was very busy and somewhat loud, on the night we went which might be a turn off for some, but to me it's just a part of the atmosphere which I enjoy when I go out for a few good beers and conversation.
(4)tony m.
OMG. i think you need to be fourteen and starving from a day-long soccer game to enjoy this place. i can't remember the last time i ordered salads and appetizers and literally thought they were too gross to finish. how can you mess up lettuce or fried food? garbage. complete garbage. it was like a nightmare of cheap frozen ingredients. there are plenty of fun bars where pub-style food is available and it's good quality. this was simply garbage. ew. and fruit flies everywhere and servers who just try to sell you things. actually, when we arrived, we had to wait 20 minutes while the servers/mgrs argued over "who gets them". it was atrocious. ew again.
(1)Melissa Y.
If you like beer, you have to come here. I first started going to Yard Houses when I lived in San Diego. there are about 150+ beers on tap from all over the world. You have the option of ordering a half yard, but if you don't drink your beer fast enough it gets warm. I don't recommend it. Yardhouse has a pretty interesting menu with lots of choices. Everything I've had so far is pretty good. It's a good place to go with kids since it's so loud already. Tons of TVs all over the place so it's also a good place to go watch a game. Another plus, there's parking! The wait can be long but you can shop while you wait. They don't take reservations.
(4)Cole L.
went after the movies. place is huge, good atmosphere, lively, and it was packed on a Wednesday night at 10:30! half priced apps is a good thing! Hawaiian poke tuna app for $6 is nothing to complain about especially since it was huge!! I will go again, there are not many of these places around.
(4)Courtney C.
Terrible food-way overpriced- went there with my boyfriend and another couple for dinner and drinks. After receiving a $300 bill, my friend and I decided to split it. Waitress takes both credit cards and never comes back. About ten mins later, the manager comes over to inform us that our waitress accidently charged my friends card twice instead because "the cards look the same". After telling us that it could not be voided and that it would take three days to correct this mistake, he appologizes and walks away. Shocked, my friends and I sat there for a few mins talking it over. We realized that her checking account would now be overdrawn due to the waitress' mistake and that she could not withdraw any money, write any checks, or use her card for 3 days! We called the manager back over to express our concern and he told us that he could in no way give us any compensation. No gift cards, no free desserts, no "let me take the appetizer off of your bill for you".....NOTHING! He wrote down an email address for some other special manager in California and told us to email her with our complaint. WTF?!?! Don't go here...food is gross and it will cost you a fortune. Terrible customer service.
(2)L K.
so, I went back a second time, hoping I just got a bad bartender for my first experience and this time had a good experience. the food was fine and service good, I will go back again.
(3)Daniel A.
My wife and I really enjoy the Yard House - love the atmosphere (tons of huge TVS everywhere showing every game imaginable), the drink selection (100+ BEERS ON TAP!!) and the food is excellent....although I've seen somewhat of a decline from when it first opened over the last few visits. The wait on Fri & Sat nights is out of control, too, but I guess that's not much they can do about that. Situated in the middle of Legacy Place shopping area, you can totally kill the wait by doing some serious damage to your credit cards. :)
(4)Michael B.
Obviously the beer selection is its raison d'être, but would it kill them to include prices and sizes? The food is plenty good - the nachos were among the best I've had locally. But classic rock, emphasized so much it's part of the logo? Classic rock is lame, sorry folks. I'm not saying they should play hip hop or some obscure indie bands. Clasic Rock? I think they are targeting a slightly-over-the-hill crowd, with their fat wallets, and mom jeans.
(3)Alexis M.
Love the beer selection obviously. Both times I have gone, the calamari was the bomb! The best I've had! Had a small bowl of their CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP....YUMMMMM! One of the best soups I've had anywhere, would love a bowl right now thinking of it! Eager for my next visit! :)
(4)Tanika R.
HALF PRICED APPS 3-6 Monday-Friday. I work nearby and this is the best happy hour deal around. Which is why I'm giving it 4 stars. With that being said this is the only time I go to Yard House (and i have been several times) I consider the food to be over priced and not worth it during other hours. My faves are the calamari, jerk wings, spinach dip. The BBQ chicken pizza is OK. I didn't like the Bearnaise sliders...but at a reduced price you cant beat it. LOTS of BEERs on tap is their specialty. You can sample two for free and they vary in prices. So even if your not a beer drinker I'm sure you can find something you'll like
(4)Lisa C.
I've never heard of the Yard House before. After I went I went home and looked up locations, they are mostly out west in California. I really enjoyed the yard house because I had no clue what to expect. What drew me and my friend in was the largest selection of beers. We had no clue what to expect. We walked in and sat at the bar, the bar tenders were welcoming and very friendly and there to serve. I was stunned by the beer selection. I am not a huge beer drinker but I feel like there is something for everyone. Lots of selections leaving you to come back and try. We counted 58 beers on our side of the bar so we only figured there was the same amount on the other side and then 15 on the sides making it over 120 beer selection. The hard liquor drinks are rather pricey martini's are 10.25 and other types were 9.25 or 9.75. The watermelon martini is delicious. The buffalo wings were very good. The wings were slightly crispy, hot, and tender, very good wings came with ranch dressing, there were 10 wings total. We split them as a snack and between the both of us there was not enough ranch. The yard house was great and left me and my friend wanting to come back to try other foods as well as drinks. They also have the beer sampler where you can try a 3oz glass of beer for $1, which next time I go, I will try. Very good experience. Wait staff was great!
(4)Sweetdreams S.
Went for drinks the soft-opening night (saturday). A broad spectrum of beer selections. Mixed drinks were delicious. Would come back to try the salads and for more cocktails.
(3)Tanya K.
Half price happy hour apps plus an amazing tap beer selection equals bliss. Above average pub fare and great service. We went on the earlier end and were seated right away. We weren't rushed, and were treated quite well. I recommend the Watermelon Wheat beer and the ahi tuna appetizer. We'll definitely be back.
(4)Joanne O.
I work until 11 so I figured I would order take out from Yard House. I placed my order before I left work so it would be ready when I got there. With Kings, the theater and Yard house at that end of the mall it is very difficult to get parking on a Sat night anywhere near the place. So after finding a parking spot I grab some cash and go to get my order. I was stopped at the door by a very unfriendly man asking me for my ID. I told him I was just picking up an order to go. He said "I still need to see your ID". All the way back to my car got my ID and went back. After being granted access to the inner chamber, I pass through the next door and was barred from going further by a young lady demanding my right wrist. I wasn't sure what she said because it is soooooo loud in there so I politely say "excuse me" her words were " I need your right wrist" I asked "what for" she again said "right wrist" Now I'm getting angry and say "I'm just picking up and order to go" only at that time she allows me to pass. At the desk there are 5 people standing there just looking at me so I have to ask if I can pick up my order. A very nice young man helped me. After arguing about who was going to see if my order was ready a very sullen girl went to get my order. I was then allowed to leave. Here are my thoughts! When someone approaches the door and clearly look older than say 40 and states they are picking up an order......they are JUST picking up an order. And the girl barring the inside entrance may want to be not so aggressive and maybe ask "May I help you" instead of demanding "right wrist" And the hostesses need an attitude adjustment, they were quite bitchy. I get the impression that they just want to be a night club after 10.
(2)B M.
We just beat the rush, the madness, by getting there at 5:40. We tried a couple of different beers, they have like a hundred or something on tap, a great and diverse selection. We were feeling bar foodish, so we tried the burger with blue cheese and a burger with swiss and avacoda. Both were well above average and cooked just the way we wanted. The avacoda burger had some type of sauce on it that was just delicious. Both burgers were large and they came with a ton of little fries which were unique and tasty. The dishes in general were well above the average Boston area fare. The service was good and the setting was pretty cool. There is outdoor seating, a huge rectangular wrap around bar in the middle of the place, plus many zones of seating. The place has a very open seating plan and good views of tv's or of the whole place for people watching. Plenty of parking and a good location. I would recommend giving this place a try, if for nothing else sampling some beers and and to have a little food.
(4)boston y.
excellent food, damn good atmosphere.. and the bar and beers.. go people what are you waiting for.. get drenched in beer !!!
(5)Ellen L.
My husband and I went on a Thursday to meet a group for a birthday party. Even with reservations we waited a really long time after arriving to be seated. The fiancee of the birthday woman actually missed most of the celebration-as he had to leave to study even though he had made a reservation to allow plenty of time. While waiting we stood in the very crowded and noisy bar area and had a couple beers. There is a giant selection on tap, although not the most interesting selection. The bad part is there are no prices on the menus and it was a little shocking to find out how much pricier it was than BBC or Sunset Grille which have better selections and prices listed. The nachos were great and a big serving. My dinner was OK but nothing special. It is pretty good place but overpriced and too long a wait if you don't want to part with $100 for 2 on a weeknight for a couple beers and a just OK dinner.
(3)Mike T.
My girlfriend and I went for the first time this past Tuesday 4/27 and had a FANTASTIC experience! To start, we were seated immediately and served shortly thereafter. At 24 and 25 yrs old we were excited to sample the beers, of which they have plenty, from all over the world of every type. You cant ask for a better selection. We ordered 3 apps: the raw ahi which was very tender and pleasantly flavorful, the Korean beef which featured a perfect cut of meat and was seasoned really well and the spinach cheese dip with crispy fresh flatbread. The quality of the food was very fresh and cooked to perfection. Over the course of our visit we were waited on/helped by 8 different employees yet they managed not to be overbearing. Refills were prompt, as was clearing of our table and everyone was very friendly. Considering quality of food, timeliness of service and selection of beers, this place really earned 5 stars.
(5)Debra C.
So many different beers for my husband to try and yummy cocktails for me! The burgers are outstanding and so is the turkey cobb which I can't seem to stop ordering. I look forward to returning again soon.
(5)Tara T.
Went here again last night. My boyfriend and I have been here twice and once to the Fenway location. I MUCH prefer this one in Dedham. The staff is more friendly & the crowd is less of the annoying frat boy variety that pours into the Fenway one before & after games. I wish I could remember our server's name, because he was GREAT! I'm a waitress and I always appreciate good service. He was right on top of drinks and spacing our courses out, and everything came out perfectly. My boyfriend is obsessed with the grilled artichoke, we always get some edamame & the onion rings have to be top of my list as far as apps go. They also change the menu up quite a bit which is nice. He had the porcini crusted halibut last night and it was soo good (and I don't even like mushrooms). I had the gorgonzola & pear flatbread and a salad, both of which were delicious. The wait here can get out of control, so call ahead and when it's nice out, try to get an outside table, so worth it!
(4)Aaron R.
This is a great place to bring friends and watch a game. The beer selection is overwhelming and they have a see through wall where is looks as if they are brewing beer (I didn't ask). But the food was the surprise. At the price, great value and very interesting food. My girlfriend has the clam chowder and the lettuce wraps filled with the grilled tiger shrimp. Delicious and different presentation and lettuce than P F Chang's which is also in the Legacy Place. I had the New York Steak Salad that was a delight of interesting and tasty treats. Besides the field greens there were potatoes cooked and pommes frites, roasted peppers, avocado, green beans, tomato and fried pickled egg & gorgonzola vinaigrette. OMG what a pleasure to eat. I will go again. Only drawback, very noisy
(4)L B.
I can't say enough good things about this place. I have only been there once but I have been dying to go back. Every single thing we ordered was phenomenal. Their drink menu was incredible. It was just as big as the food menu and had so many choices. I was in heaven. They have the best onion rings I have ever had and I don't really like onion rings. It's a little pricy, but you definitely get what you pay for. Their booths are enormous so you never have to worry about having enough room. You could easily fit a group of 8 in one booth with no problem. Maybe even a group of 10. The menu is full of variety and is gauranteed to have something for everyone. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. Oh one last VERY important thing: after 9 or 10 pm on the weekends (or in general?) you MUST be 21 and present a proper form of ID to be at the restaurant. We met up with friends who lived relatively far from Legacy Place and my friend lost her license and didn't have her passport because she didn't know. She was of age but we had a real hard time convincing them to allow her to come in. Luckily we were able to talk to the manager who said she would allow her to come in but she could NOT drink at the table. If she saw her drinking, she would ask us all to leave. Fair enough. We were all able to enjoy our food and drinks (for my friend, just the food) and had a great time. Hopefully I will go back soon!
(5)Gee M.
Had a great lunch here. The beer sampler was fun, and the two apps we had--spicy tuna roll and lettuce wrap were both delicious. The small desserts--lemon mousse and peach cobbler were just the right size. Service was excellent. Well thought out design--not sure what Patrick M is complaining about. I will be back! If you believe all chains are inherently evil, then I guess I see your point, but if you're after good food and good service, then I recommend this place.
(4)john s.
I have been twice and every time this place has been great!!!! The wait staff has been super nice everytime no matter how busy it is. The food is AMAZING!! I suggest getting there around 4 or 4:30, any later expect 60-90 min wait...but well worth it!
(5)Kels M.
I've been here a few times and each time was just great! I've gone on the weekend, so the wait time is usually about 30 minutes, but it's well worth it. It's located right next to the Showcase Cinema De Lux, so perfect to grab a bite to eat before or after seeing a movie. My favorite mixed drink would be the "Cherry Limeaid" .. Delicious! Entree: Turkey Burger sliders. Dessert: Freshly baked hot brownie topped with a scoop of ice cream and hot fudge & there is enough of it to share with a date or friends!
(5)Ryan S.
Awesome beer selection and food that is, overall, pretty solid. The burgers are great and the clam chowder is surprisingly good. The beer selection simply cannot be beat.
(4)Kevin K.
My favorite go to restaurant when I don't know where to go. Usually I just get the street tacos and truffle fries. My favorite is their limited special taco which is the blackened shrimp taco. The baja fish taco is always great as well.
(5)Jeff M.
Food is just ok. I think it's a bit over priced Drinks are weak n small Service is very slow at bar. Maybe a two star is best I can give to this
(2)Nicholas U.
Came here after a movie with some friends. Waited quite a while because the hostess forgot about us, despite our group being the only group waiting for a table inside the place. One of the hostess' came over to us and asked us "What are you doing here?". That's a great start. After being seated, our server was spot on. The prices for almost anything food related was overpriced. We decided on the street tacos from someone's recommendation and damn were they some good street tacos. Me and my fiance split a few different flavors and all were amazing. A couple others at our table got normal entrees and they didn't look like anything special. They wished they had our awesome street tacos instead.
(3)Shir L.
Update: Came here during patriots playoffs and it was semi crowded. Steak sub w/fries All out of seasonal beer due to the snow storm =( Initial Visit: My friend really liked this place and I've never been here so I decided to try it out. Our server Seth was good. Truffle fries - expected Rib eye was deliciously med rare. Right on the money. Citrus Agave Caipirinh was ok Brazilian mai tai was ok Grapefruit sparkling cocktail was light and refreshing. Bbq chicken salad was good flavor wise. My plate was topped with everything from chips and dressing, except the lettuce/veggies. The chicken was beyond dry, even though its covered in bbq sauce. Macadamia nut cheesecake
(3)Alex R.
I love Yardhouse. I am very surprised it does not have a better rating. Probably because they are SO busy. I used to work at the movie theater and frequent often. They have a TON of GREAT beers and there food is EXCELLENT. Getting a wide variety of beers and food that isn't your normal American fare is difficult to find, NOT HERE. Their prices are also reasonable for the area they are in. Their waitstaff is very knowledgeable about beer and if you catch a pro, well you are in for a treat! You can also sit outside which is a big plus! Yardhouse is definitely my go-to when I am in the area!
(5)Amanda J.
My family and I came here for lunch and had mixed opinions. First of all, our waitress was very slow to come over and take drink and appetizer orders. Then, it took over 10 minutes to get our drinks and another 10 for appetizers. The food was really good (spicy edamame and boneless buffalo wings) and held us over until our lunch came. I got the lunch special (mixed green salad and individual BBQ chicken pizza) with a side of sweet potato fries and was very satisfied. My mom's meal, on the other hand, proved very disappointing. She got the kung-pao calamari and it came out completely cold. When she told the waitress, the waitress seemed less than concerned and sent the manager over to deal with it. Another plate was sent over but, by that time, we were ready to leave. I'd recommend the Yardhouse to get drinks if you aren't in a rush but the service and food wasn't anything to write home about.
(2)Brian E.
Since Yard House got bought out the food quality has really suffered. Went with the wife and dad. Every appetizer was 10$ and up. There was even an app that was 17$ so we went with snacks. Truffle fries great as usual but the chips and guac portion size was absolutely terrible. We literally got a handful of chips and a scoop of guacomole for 5.50$ , absolutely ridiculous. Our salads were just a regular ceasar with a tiny piece of salmon for 17$ each. Ill tell you this. I can go to a gourmet restaurant for cheaper than this. FYI Yard house you can stop pricing your prepackaged food as if its a top shelf 5 star restaurant , its not. Beer selection is great. Thats about it. Ive had food before at Yard House but since the same company that owns olive garden bought them out obviously theyre more concerned with bottom line than quality. Step it up.
(1)Lauren C.
Let me start this off by saying I am not a chain restaurant venturing kind of person. I'm a big fan of family run, hole in the wall, local type places.... but Yard House (and this location in particular) is the exception the the rule. I've been to a couple of different Yard House locations and this one takes the cake. Others have been either greasy, under-cooked, over-cooked, or just way too plain. The Korean short rib tacos are amazing; typically I'd just go to a Korean restaurant if I'm craving korean short rib but dang, Yard House gets it right. The chicken tinga taco is a tad heavy but very delicious. If you're a fan of feta.... you should definitely try the tinga. The New York steak salad is innnnnnncredible. We order it medium rare but it kinda always comes out at medium. Everything about this salad is great; green beans, avocado, homemade potato chips, pickled egg, tossed with a gorgonzola vinaigrette. It's very filling as well but still light. Appetizers I recommend: spicy edamame (this is 5 star good), Korean short rib app, guacamole (not a very large portion, good serving size for 2), queso dip (very heavy, to be shared amongst group of friends.) Beer enthusiast alert: Sample the Wormtown 'Bee Hoppy' and Clownshoes 'Gallactica!'
(4)Jennifer Y.
I went here with a couple of friends for fun girls night out. The menu is extensive a wide variety of drinks and food. I got the Nashville hot chicken man o man was this everything I wanted a fried chicken cutlet, pancakes made out of sweet potato and a fabulous bourbon syrup to go with it and chicken crispy and spiced w the right heat. The apps amazing. We got the artichoke and spinach dip, deviled eggs w candied bacon yes, candied bacon ! One of my friends ordered salmon but manager came to her direct and apologized and suggested similar option. Management super friendly as well as wait staff. I would def eat at again !!!
(5)Portia J.
Portion sizes are horrible. Seating is awesome. Had a great Truffle burger. The server Nikki is awesome, extremely knowledgeable and kind. We were a party of 6 and she made sure we had all the drinks we needed including making sure our waters were always full. I would def come back again but just for apps and lots and lots of beer.
(3)Stephanie G.
I had a great experience at Yard House in Dedham, MA this evening. A group of friends and I celebrated my 25th birthday in style with an array of delicious appetizers and a lovely sampling of deserts to finish off our meal. Maureen was our server and she rocked! ...was very friendly and approachable. Our manager Stephen provided an excellent and memorable experience. Thank you!
(5)Emily A.
Jam packed, so people obviously like it. Very guy's guy kind of place. Great beer list. Nice to have 3 glass size options. Are you kidding me with the large size option though? Awesome if you're missing your kegger college days? If everyone at a table is drinking these, the server should honestly give someone yellow caution tape to put on the car that will be driven home. If you don't want to talk to the people you're out with, this is your spot. Ridiculously loud, dungeon dark and plenty of TVs to turn your attention towards. We've tried the Yard House a few times -- here and at Lynnfield (always at the prodding of my husband, hmm...) But this was last time. I don't have a sensitive stomach but this meal sent both of us racing to the bathroom. Never again. Tasted ok but terrible results! Based on tonight's experience I'd give a 1 star but based on other experiences that were probably a 3, I'm rounding this to a 2. Next time we're driving on Rt 95 and hungry, we'll pass.
(2)Justin M.
I typically love the Yardhouse. I went last Saturday and was extremely disappointed. The service was great, the ambiance and beer is always great but the food was just so bad. I ordered the Korean pork belly tacos with spicy rice and beans. The rice seemed as if it came right out of the fridge and the taco shells were supposed to be soft but were stale and the beans were ice cold as well. I did not want to complain to my waitress because she was so sweet and she was extremely busy and seemed a tad stressed. My girlfriend had the lettuce wraps and hers was piping hot and delicious. I am not sure if the kitchen just screwed the ticket times up or what but I was disappointed with my experience. I view the Yardhouse as a treat since it is a bit pricy but it is worth it most times, just not this time.
(1)Debbie G.
Went here on Monday night with friends, we were a group of 6 total. There was a 30 min wait which wasn't bad since they give you a beeper and a 3 store radius!! We were able to sit outside which was nice since the weather was beautiful. The menu was fine. I had a burger and fries which were average!!! The beer menu is pretty nice. I enjoyed a few of the hard ciders! :) our waiter was great, I wish I could remember his name but he rocked!!!
(3)Ali L.
Nice location, and open late. The late night happy hour gave me a solid impression, as did the massive selection of beers on tap. I'm a fan.
(4)Shasha W.
Good drink menu. Always crowded so could be a wait. Very loud..If they are going for the "bar" feel they sure achieved it. If you want to be able to converse with the person that your are with then this is not the place you want to go unless you like to yell to talk.
(2)Elizabeth T.
I've been to this Yard House many times, because they are great at checking on my allergy every time I go. The food is also excellent, I've only had one thing that I thought was okay, the rest of everything I've tried has been excellent, especially the Korean BBQ beef. Service is also wonderful at this restaurant. I rarely have an empty water or iced tea, food is always served with a smile and the waiters, waitresses, host saff and managers are all very friendly. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a good solid meal, but if you go during prime time be prepared to wait!
(5)Mindy L.
Yard House is a really solid, decent spot to find a great draft beer and get some yummy comfort food. There are a ton of food options to go with the ridiculous rotating draft beer selection. The Spinach dip, onion rings, korean bbq short rib are all never-fail options for appetizers. Their burgers are solid as well. On this past visit, I decided to try a special from their St. Patrick's Day menu and I ordered the Guiness Shepherd's Pie. The waitress kept talking it up and I figured, why not!? When it came out, I just looked astounded...because it literally was like a whole pie. The size of a WHOLE PIE. I can't profess to be educated on what "traditional" Shepherd's Pie is, but growing up...I always had beef, corn and potatoes baked in a casserole dish. This was more of a beef pot pie. I've never had Shepherd's Pie with a crust before, but perhaps that's actually how it's traditionally made? I dunno. I would have liked it more if I had ordered it knowing what I was getting, but what I thought I was ordering was not what I got. If' I'm rating the dish as a Beef Pot Pie...it was really tasty. As a Shepherd's Pie, it missed the mark. Yard House continues to be, in my opinion, a good spot for decent bar food and great beer selection!
(3)Rick B.
Love Yard House. Been there with friends, taken family and our little kids - servers are really into it - the place is always packed and most importantly there is an extensive menu with a million items ranging from burgers to vegetarian chicken wings?! And a huge bar. So everyone from our 4 year old kid to my 80 year old mother left happy. Hard to do. There is a long wait most nights, so plan accordingly.
(5)Manfred S.
Great truffle burger. Good beer. Nice service, but a little bit too noisy to have conversation. The only drawback - I need to drive to get there. However, if I stayed at a hotel within walking distance, I would get shitfaced here.
(4)Brenna O.
So many beers to choose from. That's the only good thing about this place. Loud music, terrible food, terrible service. And the manager Jane just does not seem to care.
(1)Melissa L.
Food's only okay. I like the wings and truffle fries. But chowder, tacos, and shrimp app quality is disappointing. I've been to many locations and the quality of food has diminished. Beer drinkers love it for all the draft and it's a typical bar restaurant. Loud, lots of screens. Service was only okay.
(3)Jennifer G.
I've been a loyal customer of Yardhouse for years now, and the food has never disappointed me! The reason I'm not giving this restaurant five stars is because of the service. It's really hit or miss. I've had multiple occasions where the service has been so terrible that I've needed to talk to their manager. Otherwise though, I love coming here for the food and drinks. Food -- just about everything I've tried has been delicious. I'm a huge fan of their burgers and truffle fries! For appetizers, try the onion ring tower...or more truffle fries. I also really enjoy their lobster mac and cheese as well as their jambalaya pasta. Drinks -- pages and pages of beers, enough for everyone to be happy. If you want to get really happy, go for their yardsticks (Yardhouse, you have to!). If you're not in the mood for a beer, they have a decently sized list of cocktails as well. Great place to come on a weekend night for drinks or to watch whatever sports games are on TV. They have multiple TVs playing multiple games all around the restaurant!
(4)Maria F.
We went there on a Monday afternoon around lunch time. It wasn't packed at all which was great. My boyfriend and I started off with a snack size of truffle fries. The fries had a great flavor to them. They were thin cut and crunchy. The only negative part was as we got to the bottom of the bowl the oil overpowered the fries which caused them to be mushy and too oily to enjoy. My boyfriend ordered the truffle burger with a side of tomato bisque soup. He enjoyed the burger. Again, the truffle flavor was great and was not too overpowering on the burger. The soup tasted a little burnt which made it hard for him to enjoy. I ordered the lunch combo of margarita pizza and clam chowder. The margarita pizza had great flavor and was a good size. The only things I would change would be smaller pieces of garlic and tomato. The pieces were pretty large and the garlic could be a little too much at times. My chowder was delicious, creamy, and was filled with clams. Sometimes when you order clam chowder it can be more cream and potato and not much clams..this was not the case! I'd love to visit again and explore some other menu options.
(4)Morgan T.
I have been here four or five times and everything I have had here has been delicious. The burgers are to die for, the onion ring tower is fantastic, the boneless buffalo chicken appetizer is great and I loved the Strawberry Fields Martini I got. The reasons I didn't give five stars is because it is a little pricey, the environment is insanely loud, you can barely here the person next to you speaking to you and because the menu is a little eclectic for me. I may have simple tastes but many of their menu items have odd additions to them that don't sound very appealing to me. However, they have no issue special ordering things, I have gone there with THE pickiest eater I know and she still manages to find something she likes. Also if you like beer this is a great place for you, over 100 beers on tap! I don't care for beer but they still have an expansive drink menu featuring many different margaritas, martinis and a lot of different wines! Definitely will be eating here again!
(4)Anthony B.
Usually too long of a wait to be seated. Not much space at the bar, very crowded. The food and drinks are good, but not worth the wait if you are very hungry.
(2)Mark Z.
The perfect spot - incredible beer selection, excellent food, party atmosphere and really good service. I sat at the bar and took Stephens advice and ordered the Carnitas Enchilada Stack which was absolutely fantastic. With 100'ish beers on tap the evening couldn't go wrong. Highly recommend this place.
(5)Gary D.
I'd really like to give this place 3.5 stars. Pluses Awesome beer list Good menu, food tasty & nice presentation but nothing outstanding. Minuses Noisy Pricey Service was spotty.
(4)Dang P.
This was my second visit and the food was just as good as the first time. The servers and staff were attentive and accommodating. The place is always filled with diners and they do not take reservation. Many beers to choose from. Pricing were reasonable, give this place a try you won't be disappointed.
(5)Beth C.
Great spot to catch the game and try some different beers. Extensive draft beer list. I like trying different kinds of beers so that was fun. The menu has a lot of different kinds of options - burgers, asian, pizza, cajun, you name it. I went with family and took a round table for seven. With two small children tagging along, we appreciated that the place was actually a little on the loud side. We felt like we could enjoy the meal without worrying that the kids were being loud and bothering anyone else in the restaurant. I liked that the table for seven was a large round table. I think round tables make it much easier for everyone to talk to each other. I would definitely go back.
(4)Francis R.
Really great service! Nikita was really a warm spot Of the heart', friendly spontaneous service and Great beer and wings
(4)Kelly N.
I visited the Yard House on a Sunday night during Memorial Day Weekend. We were able to get a table right away and our waitress was very friendly. I loved the atmosphere of the place and seeing the huge wall of draft beers. I ordered the Pepper Crusted Gorgonzola Burger and my boyfriend ordered the Lamb Burger. Both were cooked to perfection and came with thinly sliced fries - just the way I like them! I know the Yard House is technically a chain restaurant, but boy do I wish I had this chain in South Jersey!
(5)Vincent M.
Solid place right here. Date night here with the wife a few weeks ago. Brutal heat out, super humid so we thought we'd escape here for a little bit. Sat down, ordered drinks and told the waitress we wanted a slow dinner. She was totally cool with it, told us to order when we're ready etc. Ordered some appetizers, she let us do our thing. Delicious chicken nachos, little light on the guac but I get it, avocados are expensive. Little while later, we ordered our mains. Terrific dinner. I've yet to have a bad experience at this place. Wait staff is attentive, patient and gives you space. Have never felt suffocated here. A+
(5)Em B.
The food is okay. The menu has a huge selection but they have all funky addings to the original recipes. The drink menu is great but not worth the $ (it would be if they cut the prices about $1-2). I've been here 5 times and it really depends on who you get as a waiter/waitress. There are 2 AWESOME servers here, Josie and I forget the other guys name. :( But the other times, the servers were not very attentive. I can totally understand and empathize that the place is busy, but not checking to see what we want for a drink until 30 min after we sit, then another 30 min for food, then another hour for the check. I actually had to flag her down to get her attention after all of that time. This place is a miss unless you get one of the 2 good servers here.
(3)Brian H.
Wish I could leave a real review but after landing at Boston Logan, was ooking forward to trying Yard House so drove there from the airport en route to Rhode Island. Was lucky to find a spot at the bar but sat and sat and sat with no acknowledgement from the bartender. After 10mins of waiting and not being greeted or even given a menu, I walked out annoyed into the cold Massachusetts evening. Service clearly leaves a lot to be imagined. Wish I could comment on the food, but never even got that far.
(2)Peter R.
Usually a great visit but it started with me staring at my drink near service bar for 10 minutes. Even when I asked the server she mentioned that servers run drinks... so after four servers skipped my drink I got up and grabbed it myself. Now on 20 minutes and we haven't gotten an appetizer in yet. It's definitely been exciting because she's hot! Finally got our order in, told it was shift change. In the business I understand the pain that tends to be on a Saturday afternoon. Ordered our second round and watched the game unfold again. We did get to order 2 peppercorn filet medium rare both came out incorrectly. My plate was scalding hot and my guests plate was just warm. My steak was well done and her steak was medium. They recooked my steak and it was delicious, the manager did return to check on us. We finished and left... The 3 stars were for this visit... I know they're great for a five star visit
(3)Gene L.
Decent place to grab a meal if you want to watch a game on one of their many TVs. The beer list is extremely comprehensive, which was definitely a plus. The food however, was where i think things were lacking. Although there were lots of options, none of the food my party had particularly stood out, and no one could finish their truffle fries at my table because there was too much truffle oil on it. Also, they forgot to bring out a dish that someone in my party had ordered. To their credit, they did come by and bring us the dish to go as we were leaving. As the night went on, it got extremely noisy and crowded at the restaurant.
(3)Emily R.
I've experienced better at the Yardhouse in Fenway to be exact (step it up Dedham)... I came here the other night, we called ahead and we asked if we could be seated outside, unless something inside was available first.. they said okay...I said thank you .. she said.. "yeah" and hangs up.... Actually NO. We get there and we check in, I asked Kristen (I believe), if we would be able to be seated outside... she responds... "well yeah, thats what it was made for?" and walks away with menus...we followed and sat outside... Unacceptably rude. Service was not great, our server seemed really distracted, messed up little things that weren't a big deal but were annoying. I got a margarita and it came out with sugar..even though I specified salt..and in the same glasses they put water in... not that appealing. We didn't even order another round of drinks because they took SO LONG to come out the first time...and our server was very MIA (until it was time to pay). Food was very good as always, we had chicken lettuce wraps, buffalo wings, and sweet potato fries! mm!
(2)Irina V.
We came in yesterday (March 26) for lunch. I saw Alex serving the bar tables next to the windows and asked to be seated right there! Last time we had Alex was like 8 months ago. I told my husband look there he is! Lets go there! As always Alex is so attentive and so polite. He knows when to check on us and he is good with timing on drinks! Now I know when we come we can ask if he is there and request him! Food was fresh and delicious! But please leave Chimay Triple in the menu :) Thanks!
(5)Leah K.
I really love going to The Yard House (great food, fun atmosphere) but after frequent slow service my past few visits, this weekend was ridiculous. We needed to be somewhere at 9:30, so we thought arriving at 7:00 for dinner would give us enough time. We ended up JUST getting to our destination (7 minutes away) right on time. Here's why. We were quoted a 25-35 minute wait. After 50 minutes, I asked what the status was. The staff told me that they were just preparing a table for us. 15 minutes later (after seeing parties seated who had arrived after us (parties of 2 sitting at a 4 top)) I was mad. I went in and told the hostess that we had been told our table was just about ready, 15 minutes ago. She sort of shrugged her shoulders. I'm not sure what I wanted her to offer us...but not only were we waiting twice as long as expected, but the staff just told us things to keep us quiet. Once we were finally seated, it took about 15 minutes to get our drinks on the table. We hurried through our food (delicious 4 cheese pizza and amazing bbq cheddar burgers) and got the heck out of dodge. I felt bad for hurrying our waitress, but the front end of the house caused a bit of a pile up as far as I'm concerned.
(3)Emily L.
How can go you wrong with a chocolate stout beer float and an order of spicy jambalaya?? I always get these items when I come here. The jambalaya is never off par. Writing this review makes me want to go and get some again! The staff is always really friendly. I asked for bread last time and they were nice enough to grab me some since the restaurant does not do bread to start.
(5)Maryan P.
Great vegetarian and vegan options with their Gardein products. Hummus appetizer and Gardein (nonmeat) deliciouus buffalo wiings. Yum. Oh and their beer selection is great too.
(5)Yelena W.
Great Beer Collection. Free parking. Nice food and good service.
(5)Nancy Y.
We eat here every year that we visit Dedham. The cheddar burger is at the top of my burger list. Juicy and flavorful. You won't be disappointed. The fries are yummy also.
(4)Virginia W.
I have been here a number of times and it's been the same every time. Huge line during dinner- usually about a 45min wait. Haven't been here during lunch hours so I can't comment on that. They have an excellent selection of beer- probably one of the biggest in the state. I'm not a huge beer person so it's nice to have a variety of other ciders to drink and lots of wine. The half yard is about 2.5/3 beers. The food is great! I've had multiple burgers and they've all been consistently good- the fries are almost like shoestring fries. The nachos are a huge portion- it can easily be a full meal so don't fill up too quickly. Truffle fries and sweet potato fries are on point. Calamari is pretty basic. Onion rings are delicious, especially the dipping sauces they come with. The most recent entree I've tried is the Blackened Swordfish Tacos- they were good for the most part and it didn't taste too much like fish; the spicy sticky rice was a bit hard and the baked beans were mediocre. The downside is that it's pretty noisy and very crowded. The service isn't always the greatest. I feel like half the time I have to waive down the waitstaff. It's understandable that they are very busy since it's a busy place but waiting as long as we have to for a check can get rather annoying. Overall it's a good place for a relatively small group but not a good place for something intimate.
(4)Amelia S.
Came here for lunch and it was good. Service was a little lack-luster...we seemed to wait quite a bit for our food (which was fine because we were with friends- but we had a baby) even though the table behind us ordered way later and got there food way earlier. I will be back because it's easy, reasonable, and has tons of room! Might want to consider some lunch specials.
(3)Wilson L.
Normally at any restaurant where I find hair in my food - one star. But the manner in which our server and the managers proceeded with the situation is what made me give Yardhouse a 3. Our server apologized and the manager (who had just started) came over and apologized. They took care of our bill (which was small) and offered me a substitution but at that point my appetite was done. I appreciate the effort they put in to still try to make it a enjoyable experience.
(3)R K.
Prior visit at the Yonkers NY Ridge Hill location resulted in an average easily forgotten experience. I did however enter here with a open mind hoping for the best. So much for optimism... Place is dark - very dark. Service appears to be in the dark as well. Initial drink orders came out promptly however three (3) requests had to be made before additional water was received. For appetizers we shared the nachos which took awhile. Once received they were enjoyed but never finished. Why? Here came our mains planted before us before we were ready. Gone were the nachos... Inexcusable... The Ahi Tuna Sandwich was dry and unacceptable. As was the accompanying salad with - unbelievably - soy sauce as dressing. Needless to say the dish couldn't be finished. The Ahi crunchy salad was boring in flavor - barely acceptable. All other orders were average - nothing more. I find the concept of hundred plus beers anywhere unnecessary. However if that's your thing - drink and be merry...and eat elsewhere. Besides - The place needs to "lighten up"...
(1)J B.
This is the worst bar/service experience you can imagine. The bartenders are robots. They don't care about the costumer and proceed to go through the motions of their job. Not welcoming at all. They seemed annoyed at the fact that they are working. A smile and hello goes a long way. The food is nothing to write home about. Often cold and plain simple edible. They are lucky they are the only bar that large in the area. The beer selection and free parking is all they have going for them.
(1)Clara R.
I can't really recomend this place to anyone due and only due to the service wich sucked. I'm sorry Yard house your burgers where too dry and your food was overated and overpriced . Won't be going back.
(1)Mark B.
Went here with friends a few weeks ago. A busy place, which is usually a good sign. We were seated after a little wait and I was handed a menu. I was floored at the selection of beers. I love a good beer, that night, I discovered some great beers. The server was knowledgeable and great. The wait time was average from time of order to receiving drinks for such a busy place. I am not a member of the generation that "needs it right now or I'll have a fit" so I sat and talked and enjoyed the atmosphere. I am going back as soon as I can just for the french fries, best I've ever had in my life. I highly recommend a reservation if you are particular about your seating. The menu is large enough for several new food experiences..
(4)Neal D.
Really love this place. Happy hour 3-6 is awesome and I have never had bad food. They have so much on their menu, it's sort of a Cheesecake Factory for beer lovers...
(5)G P.
This menu is almost perfect in regards to balance. It has awesome healthy options, great american classics (burgers, wings, ribs), some good sandwich choices (roast beef french dip is my fav) and some Asian-inspired dishes which are pretty good too. This place and BBC in Norwood have the best beer selection in the area.
(5)Nikkie C.
Searched for a bread bowl of clam chowder. Waited 2 hours to find out this is a chain and NO bread bowl. So disappointed.
(2)Ama N.
I seriously hate this place....not because of the food or drinks but because of its rodeo feel. Theres always seemingly millions of people whose fav weekend activity is probably tailgating lol....a bunch of bro's and guys wearing patriot jerseys. Its just too much.
(1)Caleb M.
Great food, you can't go wrong here. Pepper crusted Gorgonzola burger is really good.
(5)Jackie M.
Always great food and drinks. It's loud, wait time can be long, service is typically a bit slow but staff is really friendly and professional.
(5)Caren B.
I love the Yard House. Their food and drinks are always so good. I am now a vegetarian and have been for a year and love that they offer plenty of choices for me. And when I was not everything that I did eat was always delicious. The staff is always friendly too and the service is always great. This is my go to spot all of the time.
(5)C M.
Holy sh*t this place has so many options for beer... if you're anything like myself, you have no choice but to leave here slurring your words and high fiving strangers. The food is decent, stick to apps and beer. The IPA & Belgium samplers give you a good idea of what your looking for if you have never heard of the choices! And parking blows.
(4)Margaret P.
So after I wrote this review, Mark (^above) reached out to me and suggested I send them an email to see if we could resolve this. I sent an email, twice actually, about a week ago, and still haven't heard a single thing back. A lack of customer service both inside the establishment, and outside.
(1)Tina W.
Beer selection awesome but a few food dishes not so great. Fried calamari dry, bland and small portion for the price. Chicken tenders dry, no flavor and batter looks like it was fried in oil that needs to be changed because it was a dark brown color and it wasn't seasoning. Truffle fries were delicious but was cold so asked for a fresh one and waitress was nice about it. It was 9 of us and was asked to be carded 3 times due to move from bar to seats which was reasonable but the waiter changed at our table so the new one asked again. Annoyed that we had to wait for managers (yes 3 separate times!) to come to verify a passport and drinks came at different times (a few drinks every 15 mins). Nothing against the waiters. They were just doing their job. They said they are strict with the ID checks because 70% of their sales are alcohol but a better process needs to be implemented for example during a wait staff turnover. I wouldn't recommend this place for large groups or for food. Maybe for beers you can't get as draft elsewhere during slow hours to get a seat at the bar.
(2)Melissa F.
This is the second YH location I've been to and I like it. Yes it is smaller than the massive one in Fenway but it's still a decent size. Same yummy food and large beer menu. I was craving a Shock Top this past Sunday and was glad they had it on tap :) Their Mac n cheese is awesome and one of my favorites. We split the chicken nachos to start and those were really good too.
(4)Donna K.
Cooke's Seafood in Hyannis is the best - not just food but service. For a wedding rehearsal dinner our son wanted take-out fried seafood. Denise was so helpful - and everything was ready on time, stayed hot, delicious, and a huge success.
(5)Chris B.
Second time here and the second time the food has been later than quoted and poorer quality than should be possible - don't come here for takeout unless you want a cold burger because "the fries weren't done"
(1)Michael R.
I enjoyed my meal here. Service was good, actually very helpful and friendly. Tried a bunch of things from the happy hour menu. The vampire taco on a flour tortilla was delicious. Good Cesar salad. And although it wasn't prepared in the traditional way and tasted a little different, I liked the jambalaya too. Portions aren't large, but the advantage of this is, you can try lots of different dishes. I will go back.
(4)Anna T.
Went here for a few drinks at the bar with friends. My ginger and crown had a bug in it. The bartender apologized but the remade the drink even weaker. Didn't address it or tell the manager nor did I get my drink comped. Lack of customer service will mean I am NOT going back to this YH.
(1)Dianne M.
We ate here last Sunday and the service was excellent. Stacy was our waitress and she couldn't have been more attentive. She was very knowledgeable about beer and made a perfect recommendation for me. I got the tomato bisque and my boyfriend got the clam chowder, to start with. We then shared a hummus plate before ordering our dinner. For dinner I got the pineapple and ham pizza. My boyfriend got the pastrami sandwich. I thought the tomato bisque was excellent. The hummus plate was good. It came with some grilled pita bread and was topped with olives as well as edamame. The only thing I would have changed would be to add some fresh veggies to the plate, like cherry tomatoes or celery. I really liked the pizza, it looked like it might have been wood grilled. I had a bite of the pastrami sandwich and thought that was good as well. I only wish it was served on better bread, maybe some toasted rye or something. Overall the food was delicious, and my picky-ness just stems from being a cook myself.
(4)Dan C.
Good beer selection. Food is fine.
(3)Jou-jou S.
I enjoy the atmosphere and the huge menu. Staff is always friendly. Sunday through Thursday half price appetizers after 10 pm (earlier in the afternoon too). Portions are huge and perfect for a group.
(5)Victor A.
Really good food, the service was great and it's really clean plus the beer selection was fantastic.
(5)Tony W.
You want a beer selection, you come here. Great place, have never had a bad meal or a stanky drink. The food menu could be a little more diverse, but other than that the food itself is great. Love the nachos! Service is usually pretty good as well. And it's always pretty busy.
(4)Austin S.
This is my go-to restaurant for whenever I visit Legacy Place or Dedham in general. I've been here about a dozen times or more. Want proof that its a good place to eat? It's almost always packed to capacity, so be prepared for a small wait (average wait time is about 20 minutes). I'd recommend going on a weekday or during the colder months. I usually order the Onion Ring Tower and the BBQ Chicken or 4 Cheese Pizzas. The onion ring tower has stayed consistently delicious every time I go. And the two sauces that come with it are perfect fits; whoever makes it knows what they are doing. The BBQ Chicken pizza is a different story, however. Over all the times that I have ordered it, it has fluctuated all over the place, from horrible to above average. I'm not sure if it's because they've gone through several chefs, but the last couple times the pizza was alright. The 4 cheese pizza is consistently alright. I always recommend this restaurant to everyone, and after you eat here, you will too. 5 stars.
(5)Mike V.
Food is always good here when I go, the beer is cold, servers are attentive, no complaints. If people complain it's a little slow it's because this place is always really busy, but the servers are hustling.
(4)Anthony E.
I would give this place 5 stars, but the third time I went my friend had to remind the waitress for a few things... I just thought it was all on my friend... but I digress! Big portions, good food, great menu!
(4)Maggy E.
Ignore these silly people. For those that really matter, ATTN BEER DRINKERS: 100 unique taps, yes there are a few silly ones like Bud Lite and blahblahblah, everything you've already tried and don't like. But there are at least 50 that are decent flagship craft brews and of that 50, I'd wager at least 15 rotating taps of things you haven't tried. I recommend the flights, they are pre-selected, but offer you their more unique beers that may not be on tap again. The place is HUGE, plenty of seating. If you sit at the bar, staff is knowledgeable about tap selections. It is a little swanky, so expect the prices to be a little higher. Three beers, one flight and one basket of truffle frites = $35. Not bad for two. Only complaint: They have a weird company policy that doesn't allow more than one drink per person at a time, so people don't get smashed apparently, they say. So I had to finish my beer float (dessert, had to try it, big surprise, not that fab) before ordering the flight, to be split between the BF and I.
(5)Jackie K.
Decent beer selection--if you actually know and like beer, there will not be a lot that you haven't tried. Food is weak--even for chain-bar food. Have been several times and I am over it. Will not be back except by force or only for a beer. I like the other places in this plaza more. Also, the dinner wait is ridiculous.
(3)Stessa F.
I try to eat at a restaurant (or location) at least twice before I make a decision in terms of an experience at a restaurant. I have eaten at another Yardhouse in Massachusetts as well as many locations in NY. Generally the service is okay, but the food is usually delicious. However, this was not my experience at the Dedham Yardhouse location. I will briefly describe my first visit (as it was long ago and cannot recall specifics but overall feeling) and will go into further depth describing my second. The first visit was late at night; no line and a virtually empty floor. Yet, we were seated in the back far away from civilization. So far in fact that our waiter forgot about us. We ordered many appetizers and a gardein pizza. The food wasn't up to par but edible. I didn't enjoy my experience. The next visit was a Saturday evening. We decided to go to the Dedham location (instead of the Fenway location to avoid traffic and parking) and am not so happy that I did. Service: Seth was our server. I try to be friendly and pleasant as I know I am not the easiest to please (so says my boyfriend- I just think I'm like Chris from Parks and Rec! I know what I want!), however he seemed to be nice one moment and annoyed the next. I know it's a Saturday evening but to be blown off later when asking a question about food didn't particularly feel great. Food: I was extremely disappointed. The gardein bernaise sliders were mostly bun. Each slider had less than a quarter of it covered in "meat." The gardein buffalo wings were dry. The point of the buffalo option is for them to be saucy; so I asked for extra sauce as they were REALLY dry (which was an apparent annoyance). My boyfriend ordered the jambalaya with jasmine rice which was mostly rice. It 3/4 rice with a 1/4 being meat and a little sauce- not a creamy stew that the name promises. I ordered the Thai gardein chicken noodle salad. This is my favorite item on the menu and for the first time, I was very disappointed. It tasted of nothing; really. It was served with angel hair pasta, instead of egg noodles which it is supposed to come with, and even with the more sauce that was brought, was gross. I asked Seth about the noodles and at first he claimed the noodles were cabbage. Once I showed him these sad, limp noodles weren't cabbage, he promised to find out what was going on in the kitchen. ...he didn't. Overall, I was so unimpressed with this Yardhouse. I'd much rather pay for parking and deal with traffic to enjoy my date night than pay to be disappointed with the food. Even though our waiter wasn't the greatest I've ever had, his service is the only reason I gave this location more than a star.
(2)Katie C.
My friend and I came here on a Sunday afternoon for lunch. First off, the place was packed but we had no trouble getting a table and getting served. First off, the beer list is quite impressive and the "yard" in "Yard House" does in fact mean there are yards to be consumed. So if you're in to quantity (maybe over quality?) drinking, this is a viable option for you. But at any rate, we had a great server named Ryan that was super fast and super polite. My friend and I each had one of the Harpoon raspberry beers. I don't like raspberries, but it was a little sweet and perfect on a hot day. The portion sizes are ridiculous, and the prices are relatively reasonable for the quantity of food you receive. We started off with the spinach-artichoke dip that was served with fresh baked pitas. In hindsight, we should have just split two appetizers, but we were starving. My friend had a burger and I had a chicken sandwich. There was certainly more bread than chicken served with a pile of fries. But the food was good and it hit the spot. This is certainly the place to go for good pub food and great service. Can't wait to go back!
(4)Bill L.
I LOVE THE YARD HOUSE!!!! This place is the place to come to at 10 pm on a weeknight....they have an incredible late night menu and half price apps.. The creativity of the menu is really astonishing...they have a great selection of tons of different foods. Beer list is obviously incredible! But whats more incredible is the staffs knowledge of the menu and beer. They are trained properly! I would recommend this place 100x over Legal C Bar, that place sucks. Try the beer sampler and the poke bowl!
(5)elaine t.
Got a gift card today as promised thank you yardhouse I will be reviewing you again after I try it out again thank you so much
(3)Cecilia P.
Visiting from Dallas and this place blew my mind. Dozens of beers, tons of awesome foods, and this place stays busy! Def coming back when I visit Boston again!
(5)Josh L.
I've been here a total of four times and have never had a pleasant experience. The food is never consistent. The staff are completely incompetent and something gets screwed up every time. We had a waitress tell us that dishes are not available, even when they're on the menu and we saw other people eating them. We had a runner bring a round of beers and not know which beer was which. We had a waiter bring an entree with the appetizers, then take it back for later and bring the same dish (cold). And then charge us twice! We had a waiter bring a beer to a woman with Celiac who had ordered a gluten-free cider and before realizing it she started to drink it. And once we were cut-off at the bar after about three drinks each.
(1)John S.
When I walked through the door I almost crapped, Because in my life I've never seen so many taps. Food was OK; No reason to cheer, You should mainly just come for the long list of beers. I pulled open the big wooden doors with yard glasses for door handles and was greeted by a humongous wrap-around bar with 100 beer taps. The beer menu was well-organized into beer-style categories and it was very easy to find something to drink. I was feeling something hoppy, but they also had options for malty, light, and all else in between. Beer came out to a price between 6 and 7 bucks, which wasn't wonderful but OK for a chain restaurant. Bartender was a very nice guy who knew his brews. One of the deals Yard House offers is half-priced pizzas, sliders, and appetizers from 3 to 6pm weekends and Sunday through Thursday 10pm to close. My group came on a Saturday afternoon, so this deal was off-limits to us. Started out with the barbecue chicken nachos, which were loaded with toppings and very tasty. There wasn't one crumb left on the plate after about 10 minutes. I ordered the Pepper Jack burger for my entree, which was disappointing. No spiciness at all; no flavor at all really. There just wasn't much to it aside from a slice of cheese and a couple soggy peppers. The heaping side of fries, however, came with some crispy, thin delights. Very good. Overall, if you take away the novelty of the beer selection you have another regular chain restaurant. Come here for the beer.
(3)Denise N.
my boyfriend and i had a pretty good lunch here a few sundays ago. first- this restaurant is large. the tables/booths probably seat over 200, and the bar alone seats at least 50. it was a little overwhelming. additionally overwhelming were the amount of draft beers on tap- well over 100. it being a sunday, and the patriots playing, we saddled up to the bar for some front row seats to the action. we arrived a little after noon, and it was easy to get a seat. a mere 20 or so minutes later, the whole place was packed. so, my advice is to come early. the menu is large, and so broad in its offerings, truly anyone will be able to find something appealing. my boyfriend went with their french dip served with shoestring french fries, and a caesar salad to start. his caesar was excellent. the dressing was tangy and savory at the same time- a perfect balance. he orders french dips fairly regularly, and this was by far the best i've ever tasted. the meat was so thinly sliced, so juicy- it was absolutely melt in your mouth good. i know people say that, but i usually don't; i really mean it. his fries were good, though not really anything to write home about. i opted for a banh mi sandwich, an hongos y rajas taco, and a cup of their tomato bisque to start. the tomato bisque was delicious, and served with some fresh cut basil, which i thought was a nice attention to detail. my hongos y raja taco sounded like a thing of beauty on the menu- very descriptive, unusual ingredients, etc. in real life, it was a taco that tasted exactly like average, every day mushrooms and peppers. i wasn't even sure if the advertised cheese was actually present. it made me question the almost $6 price tag, big time. it was of a good size, but nothing like what the menu made it seem it would be. i was disappointed. my banh mi was also just eh. i opted for the short rib option. it was obviously marinated because the flavor was divine, but the meat itself was tough as all heck. there was no taking a bite of a slice of the meat- if you bit in, the whole slice was going with you. the pickled carrots and papaya relish weren't pickled enough, and the construction of the sandwich was poorly executed. do not order this on a first, second, or even third date. you will look ridiculous. additionally, the broccolini slaw with which it is served is largely a repeat of the garnish for the sandwich, and was extremely under-dressed and therefore flavorless. i had to request a side of spicy peanut dressing in order to eat it. service was pleasant, though somewhat inattentive, simply due to the size of the space, and how many patrons were present. i actually had to ask a manager for the side of peanut sauce which, as a former restaurant person, was a little embarrassing, and made me feel like an annoying guest. i think that this restaurant has a lot to offer, and perhaps maybe i did not experience their strong suits during our particular visit. i would recommend going at least once. i will probably be back eventually, but i'm not in a rush.
(3)Cara L.
Love the vegetarian and beer options. They have messed up our order a few times, but are always great about correcting it
(4)Nicole P.
I am blown away that this place doesn't have 5 stars across the board. This is by far the best restaurant that I have ever been to. The server, first if all, Alexander, was awesome. Super nice and attentive to us. He even let me sample a cider regardless f how busy it was. The food.... Was amazing. They have Gardin products for vegetarians!!!!! So many options! I got chicken fingers and fries which was unreal. Considering I always have to he a salad out, this may be the best meal at a regular restaurant (non vegan) that I've had in years. Their menu is huge with so many vegetarian meals and beers and ciders! Great for gluten free folk too! My boyfriend had a regular burger because he's a carnivore and even he said it was a 5 star burger! (He also said if he was hungry enough, he probably wouldn't have know the chicken I got was meatless!) Thank you, Yardhouse, for such a terrific meal and experience. We will be back, again and again and again.
(5)Jeremy K.
Not sure what their deal is lately but the last two trips there have been less than impressive. We recently made a reservation for 12 of us and they completely screwed up just about everything. It took nearly an hour just to get our beverages and appetizers and another 90 minutes us to wrap up our meal. We also had people in our party that were visiting from Europe and it took 3 staff members to check the passports for authenticity. It caused problems and pains and no one ever really apologized for it. When the food finally arrived, some of it was screwed up. They served the wrong dishes to the wrong people and had to re-fire a couple of things. Nothing was comped once again and no apologized for made. I used to love this place but lately it's gone seriously downhill. The staff just doesn't seem to have it together and it has made for some pretty painful experiences as of late. I really hope that they work on improving things, or I'll have to find another watering hole nearby to satisfy my thirst for craft beer. And as of our waitress for the day, Shannon, she was borderline rude and quite inattentive. Definitely the worst one I've had there. All in all, not a very good day for Yard House, which is surprising as they're usually able to handle heavy volume with ease. Not sure what happened there but I've been there many times and this was by far the worst I've seen from them...
(2)Just M.
First visit went well. Bartenders were attentive and ready to serve. Great customer service and the food looked wonderful.
(4)Beatriz G.
The food was great. We were a party of 5. Everyone enjoyed there food. I appreciate the variety of vegetarian food. I ordered the Gardein Mac & cheese. It was very good portion and very tasty.
(5)Thomas R.
Nice place to hang out with friends. I have been here many times and always have positive experience. There's plenty of seats inside. In the summer time there's limited seating outside. They have lots of beer on tap to try. I'm not much of a beer drinker but I always try something new when I'm there.
(4)Andrea Z.
Don't bother with the ahi poke salad. no bueno. I'm glad they have woodchuck beers.
(2)Hannah K.
I tried Yard House for the first time a few weeks ago for a friend's birthday. I have Celiac disease, and asked if they had a gluten free menu as soon as I walked in. The manager assured me that they did and that I would be well taken care of. I ordered off the menu and told the waitress that I had celiac, and she told me they would be careful to avoid cross contamination. I ordered the carnitas street tacos with brown rice and beans. About two minutes after I ordered, another woman came over and told me I actually could not order the carnitas tacos because they had gluten in them. What!? Why is it on the menu then!? She informed me that it is a gluten sensitive menu and not a gluten free menu (what the point of that is, I'm not entirely sure). She told me that the blackened swordfish tacos are 100% gluten free and they will be fine for a celiac to eat. I agreed to order that because she seemed so confident. The food was not great, but it was okay and I nibbled at it for a little while. About 10 minutes after I left the restaurant, I started to feel sick and was sick for a full day -- sicker than I can remember being from gluten in a LONG time. Awful! I called the restaurant to inform them that the tacos are NOT gluten free. I would have preferred that they told me they could not serve me than tell me they were positive my food was safe for a celiac and then be ill all night. If you're gluten free, do NOT waste your time here -- Wicked next door has a GREAT menu and I have never gotten sick there. Yard House did not even offer a refund.
(1)Stephanie B.
Usually busy, for a good reason! Great food, of course a great brew selection. The staff do a good job checking on tables even at the height of dinner rush hour.
(5)Ed B.
Stumped about the bad reviews here. We had excellent service from Colleen. We ordered 5 or 6 different things from the menu and they were all good. The beer selection? Spectacular!! 5 stars all the way. I got a perfect beer recommendation from our waitress too. We will be back for sure.
(4)Ted G.
We had a person at our table with several food allergies, and they took extra care to suggest things that could be eaten safely. Food was great, especially the spinach dip with crispy bread. John was an excellent waiter and even suggested a drink that he made up that was amazing. It's our new go to place.
(5)Joy E.
Coming here after having given wine up for Lent was an EXCELLENT idea... After hearing about this place several times I was dying to try and was so glad I did! Easy to get to right off of 128 and with plenty of parking - we came here around 5 on a snowy blustery Saturday and our timing was perfect. We snagged 2 seats at the bar and shortly after we arrived - the bar was packed and there was a wait out the door for tables. Then we were handed the menu... Not the food menu (I'll get to that..), the beer menu. {--Cue harps and nymphs--} Wow. The draft beer menu is broken down into types of beer making it easier to decide which to try. There is also a sampler of 6 brews (pre-selected) in case your mind is too blown to choose yourself. Every domestic and imported beer you could ever want - even a chocolate stout (to die..). We just ordered a few of the small plates, which was a great way to go. The parmesan truffle fries are as good as you've read (thin, cripsy deliciousness that makes you thirsty for more beer), the shrimp ceviche was tasty and fresh, the the Baja fish tacos were really great - the fried crispy fish was fresh, not overly breaded and soooo tasy! The entrees looked really tasty and so many options for veggies/vegans and gluten free diners. Bartenders were really friendly, never left our glasses empty in spite of having to deal with quite a few knuckleheads.. I will be back and bring friends - great place for good grub and brew!!
(4)Jenn W.
I've been to a few locations, but always alone on work trips. Location was busy - but they were organized and wait went fast. We had the lobster/crab dip - liked that it came with chips and pita. Husband had ribs, I had pork belly tacos - liked the rice a lot. Dessert was nice with small portion options - husband raved about cheesecake . Next time he is getting brownie Sundae - takes 15 min., he said he wished they had mentioned that when he ordered dinner. We will be Back!
(4)Daniel C.
Don't come here for a drink. We were cut off after an hour if drinking
(1)Josephine F.
I loved coming here the last time I went here before Wednesday was 2 years ago which wasn't the best experience. But on Wednesday May 28, I had the most amazing time and I will be coming back soon and hoping that I have the same experience. My server (Greg) was so amazingly kind, and really made a connection with us as we dined there. He was willing to help us with everything we needed and was so prepared. He is the main reason I am giving 5 stars. The food was alright, but I love their fries. I would recommend coming here, but make sure you ask for Greg ;) He truly is an amazing server and a great person.
(5)Holly B.
I come here on the weekend with some coworkers after we get out. The staff is always friendly, there are a lot of drinks to choose from and they are decently priced. I haven't had the pleasure of ordering any food but I hear it's great.
(4)Grace R.
Awesome beer selection, great service, tasty food - what's a better combo? My husband is a fan of their beers and doesn't seem to be able to nail down a choice but only finding himself wanting to try them all! They have hundreds of selection with many seasonal options. Hubby was definitely in heaven. Food, oh food I love thee. I kid you not, but they have the BEST rib eye ever. Go all out and get the Jumbo shrimp and Rib Eye. It does not disappoint! The meat was so tender, cooked to perfection and had garlic butter drizzled on top. The jumbo shrimps were really jumbo shrimps! They were grilled just right and pair gloriously with the steak. We were also very surprised with their appetizer. They were done right! We ordered their ceviche and they knocked it out the park. The amount of shrimp was generous and the avocado added such a good bite. They also came with a spicy sauce with it and it tasted like a marriage of Sriracha and Mayo. Trust me, it added such a good kick to every bite of the ceviche. Service - Even though hubby and I were not in a rush, our ceviche took forever to come out (20 minutes at least and we were on the 2nd round of beer). The hostess was very understanding about it and when they brought out the food, they apologized immediately and said the app was on the house. I very much appreciated the nice gesture. We definitely tipped them well. The only minor complaint I have is the restaurants are so loud. I felt I had to scream over the table to talk but hey, you are in a bar, with TVs, happy crowds, kids/family friendly environment, so I just need to set my expectation right.
(4)Dana S.
I've been here a few times and while I haven't had a bad experience, it's never been anything overwhelming. I do appreciate the service and the fact that they let you sample the hundreds of beers they have on tap. When they didn't carry Abita, though (even though it was on the take out menu), they didn't have any close suggestions for me, and it sort of felt unapologetic that they had nothing similar. the food here is definitely tasty but the portions are weird. My taco plate came with two tiny soft tacos and a huge mound of rice. i could have done without all the rice and definitely with one more taco! prices are sort of high but at least the food is quality. for dessert we ordered the s'mores brownie- it was chocolatey, marshmellowy goodness. not a bad place for dinner with friends if you're at LP, but expect to wait a while if you get there any time after 6.
(3)Kathy S.
What a blast we had at Yard house! I made reservations for 10 of us and it was nothing but a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Our reservations were ready when we got there at a corner round table that was perfect for all or us to see each other and be able to talk. The food was fantastic as was the atmosphere! I had the sliders and the truffle fries. They were delicious! I would have actually given the place 5 stars. But, the waitress left us in the middle of our meal to: "Go eat her dinner...and leave us with another waitress." We all thought that was pretty rude..But, that doesn't reflect the rest of the night. The food, ambiance and all around night was fantastic!!!!
(4)Marcy L.
My first return after nearly three years and I can confirm that the Yard House is certainly consistent. I would classify it as "modern sports bar": an abundance of corrugated steel, and dim lighting, and massive televisions looming in every corner, victorious "hardy har har"s coming from team-clad twenty-somethings. It's loud and a little pricy, but a sure thing for great service, great flavor, and loooooaaaadddssss of beer options (beer in teeny, medium, or half yards!). FIELD GOAL: Despite the propensity for beer-n-beef, there was a menu surprise right around the corner: a decent selection of gluten-free AND vegetarian ("gardein") options that AREN'T salad! I was pleased with my gardein chicken sandwich selection (lettuce, tomato, and a light sandwich spread) and it actually re-heated nicely the next day. FUMBLE: CAUTION!!!! The "SMOKED PINEAPPLE" beverage is a fraud. Menu description: del maguey "vida" mezcal, malibu pineapple rum, house citrus agave blend, fresh pineapple. ACTUAL flavor: mildewy elderly cigar-smoker's basement. BLECH! To our waitress' (Stefanie) credit, she HAD suggested against the order, but I figured why would they include it if sooo many people have sent it back? MISTAKE! DISGUST! Fortunately, Stefanie didn't mind taking MY beverage back and replacing it with my much enjoyed French Gimlet (hendrick's gin, lillet blanc, st. germain, house citrus agave blend, orange bitters). It's decent and good for birthday parties for that Patriots fella in your life, but not the kind of place I'd rave about. Clean, great service (which you PAY FOR $$$), and a pretty good menu.
(4)Christiane C.
What a pleasant surprise! My husband and I were looking for a bite to eat and wanted to try some place new. This restaurant is big and nicely decorated with very friendly staff. The food was delicious and affordable. Try the dessert trio! It is one of the best dessert I have ever had out.
(5)Gisele M.
I really like the YardHouse. This is the second time I've been here and the girls and I really enjoyed it. We sat outside and got seated right away on Saturday night around 5:30pm. We had everyhting from drinks, apps, entrees and dessert. We stayed for several hours and we weren't rushed by the waiter. The fish tacos were delicious. I also had a strawberry mojito that was awesome. For dessert I recommend the peach cobbler Its mini sized and just enough. Good service and our waiter was attentive, friendly and never rushed us. Nice place to sit outside.
(4)Hung L.
Came here cause the wife was craving truffle fries. She's been raving about this place since March 2013 and finally stopped by and tried it. It was good, slightly a little too much oil but overall good.
(4)Stephanie C.
I've been coming here since the place opened. I love this place. The food is so good. The very last time I went there, I got angel hair pasta. It did taste a bit too garlic-y, but I still ate the whole thing! Yard House also has great fish 'n chips! But want to know the best part of Yard House? Their beer selection! Holy cow. You can't tell me that you aren't happy with the selection. There's just so many!! Overall, I love Yard House. And I will be back, hopefully soon!
(4)Renee L.
I first discovered Yard House back in September and have since been making monthly trips to the sports bar. There is something about their Truffle Fries that really hit the spot which keeps reeling me back in. On the weekends you can expect to have a 30-40 minute wait-but have no fear! You'll be given a buzzer and you can kill time in the neighboring shops at Legacy Place. The times that I have gone on a weekend evening we received our orders relatively quickly but today, (sunday 1:00PM) it took a bit for our food to come out even though we were seated right away. No matter the wait I am always much enthused over their truffle fries!! I think they are fairly priced for what you get and they have always been consistently seasoned and salted. However, on my first visit to yard house our fry order came out cold and the management had no problem swapping them out for a freshly fried bowl! The jerk wing appetizer is very flavorful and is served on a bed of deep purple cabbage alongside with rum bbq sauce that is reminiscent of an asian based A1 sauce garnished with string thinned scallions. These two apps are always a staple for my party when we visit. For entrees the baja fish tacos come in a pair with a side of pinto beans and rice and are served with lime and guacamole. The presentation of the entree is quite nice as they are held with parchment paper and metal napkin holders. I ordered the 5 ounce blackened ahi tuna burger upon recommendation from a friend. The mixed green salad was fine but the burger left much to be desired as it was not seasoned very well and was cooked too thoroughly. A friend had ordered the "house favorite," Parmesan crusted chicken which was served over garlic mashed potatoes swimming in a pool of mushroom gravy sauce. I gotta say that that entree took the cake for the night. Although I only had one bite of the chicken I could see it was a crowd pleaser as three other friends had made their way into her dish. You'll find that Yard House has an extensive three page listing of beer that will please any novice or connoisseur. It is said that there are over 100 on tap and the list features some unexpected which the servers are more than happy to introduce to you. It's nice that the menu provides an alcohol content % for each option too! Although I wasn't too happy with my choice of entree I enjoy the feel of this sports bar and again, cannot forgo my love for their Truffle Fries. Sidenote: if you come for a sports game, there is no time limit and you can stay for as long as you'd like!!
(4)Lady J.
Ya that is my last time going. The food was not good at all. I think this place is for people who are already drunk and don't care what the food tastes like. I am not sure. I think it has a great location and people will go because it is there. However not for me.
(1)Vanessa C.
Was greeted by maxwell who was very polite. Sat at the bar and was served by jason he was great and so was Dennis. Food was Great!
(5)J J.
Came here on a Friday evening around 9pm. Requested a table for 3 and waited about 30-35min. It was crowded when we arrived, so the wait for a table was understandable. This Yard House received fewer stars because of the service once we were seated. The overall crowd began to settle so we didn't understand why everything took so long. Ordered two apps and 4 entrees. By the time our calamari and slider apps came out they were both cold. We still didn't receive napkins and utensils (which is usually given when the party is seated) and since our wait or didn't check in on us until we were done with our apps, we ended up eating with our hands. Another 20 minutes passed before we got our cold wings and pizzas. The wait to get our meals boxed and our check was also another 20+ min (and by this time the restankurant had significantly died down). Aside from the terribly slow service, the food was very tasteful. The kung pow calamari is def a plus!!! All and all, particularly because of the service, yard house Dedham was an "eh".
(3)Rick T.
I've eaten here twice, both times our food was dropped without silverware or napkins on the table. Our request for such basic items were met with eye-rolling. Entrees were delivered both times while apps sat almost untouched due to the aforementioned lack of utensils. Food was warm and not hot. Good beer selections, but in general it's an over-priced, poorly managed, suburban franchise that should be avoided. Plus it's located in that sprawling nightmare of a parking lot that is Legacy Place. I'd rather support an independently owned bar in the area.
(1)Billy K.
Unbelievable selection of draft beers- 120!!! Great sampler six packs! Ordered a BBQ bacon burger- what your expect, defiantly great but nothing extraordinary- still very good. Pork sliders are very good- truffle fries are their shoestring fries with traditional truffle works- a definite must go if a local.
(4)Ashley S.
I had my first date with my fiance here. We both thoroughly enjoyed both the food and the music. TMI, but I sometimes literally have sexy lucid dreams about their mac and cheese and truffle fries. Seriously, so SO good. My absolute favorites! Everything else I've had from here is bomb too, lobster garlic noodles are awesome, pepper crusted gorgonzola burger was bitchin', desserts are heavenly. I've never had a meal here that I didn't love. Plus, look at all that beer! Wow. My inner German is smiling.
(5)Jennifer I.
This bar is great for drinks. Haven't had food at this location but have gone to the yard house several times in boston and have had a great experience.
(4)Matt G.
I've gone here three times now, and each time I leave wanting to go back again! They have 100 beers on tap...I went with my dad this last time who travels to Germany a bit and he was blown away at the handful of beers that drinks oversees and can never find stateside but they are at the YardHouse. Def. recommend to anyone out there for a great spot
(4)Rick H.
Aps. It's all about the apps. Three types of wings, five kinds of sliders including Ahi sliders to die for, a Calirfonia roll that will knock your socks off and if you play your cards right you can get a large number of these for half price during their specials. How do you go wrong? We hit up the Yard House from time to time for their crazy appetizer specials. Load up the table and reload when things get low. The Ahi Sliders with Truffle fries (the fries here are amazing) are a staple along with the onion ring tower and Sweet Korean BBQ Beef. But the thing that might take you by surprise is the California Roll. Don't expect fake crab in a nori roll cut into six pieces here. We're talking a huge round stack (they call it a cake) of Sushi rice with snow crab, avacado, and cucumber arranged on top and served with wasbi soy sauce. It's a must if you're stopping for your first time. Since it's located directly across for the Showcase Cinema it also is a mandatory stop before grabbing a flick with co-workers and friends. The atmosphere is comfortable and the waitstaff is always fast and attentive. It doesn't seem to matter if it's just the better half and I or the whole 20+ team I work with the wait staff somehow manages to keep on top of it all and make the service feel completely personalized. I have to be honest, I've never actually had a meal here. Every time I come in it's a constant stream of "Oh yeah, that was great let's get those again!" with no room for an actual meal. I can't even recall looking past the appetizer section except maybe to check out what they had on tap. I'm reserving the fifth star for the day I go back and actually order an entree. My guess is they'll earn it easily if the meals match the apps.
(4)Lauren A.
First let me say, I'm vegan, so I was pretty well braced to be satisfied with lettuce and beer...much to my surprise upon my confession of being vegan our lovely waitress sent the manager over and went over ALL my options for me, he knew ALL the ingredients and potential allergens. I ended up having a pretty good "chic'ken" burger with a side salad.... It always exciting to go to a beer place and actually be able to eat something! YAY yardhouse!
(5)Nandanie S.
Drinks were good (wicked strong) and so were the nachos. Get here early if you want a table!! It get's super crowded, but it's pretty good nonetheless.
(4)Jessica H.
So excited to have a Yard House in Dedham! This is a small national chain - I think there are only like 19 in the country? I heard about Yard house before they opened here because they got national recognition when they started to carry Gardein products. When they opened I was glad to see they also had the vegetarian menu with Gardein! Gardein is a vegan substitute for meat that works just like meat as far as grilling/frying/sauteeing/texture goes. You can get chicken fingers, burgers, Caesar salads, etc. with chicken but not actually chicken. They also have a great drink selection - including a ton of beer on tap. My friend's a bar tender there - he's awesome (hi Kyle!). I went once about 7 months ago before my friends and I went to a movie next door. I got a "chicken" Asian salad with Gardein. So good and so filling! It's nice to have vegetarian/vegan options that fill you up. Thank you so much Yard house. I will certainly make an effort to start going to you more! (especially now that someone I know works there!) The thing is - is that I usually get a quick bite when I'm at Legacy Place before we go to a movie or to shop. So I need to be better about giving myself more time to sit down and enjoy my meal. It gets crazy crowded on Friday and Saturday nights - sometimes capacity is full and you have to wait till people leave in order to go inside. Since they are so awesome about carrying Gardein let's hope they start carrying Daiya cheese so vegans can have a cheese chicken pizza too!
(4)Jaki G.
The food is exceptional and the beer selection is out of this world! However, I went here for a work holiday party on a Thursday in December and the place was PACKED to capacity (and it's pretty big). Service was a bit slow because of it and it gets pretty loud in here. I felt like I was packed in like a sardine. Lunch is pretty good, not nearly as busy. Don't go here if you want an intimate dinner out. It is more for a "classy" rowdy crowd (if that makes any sense at all).
(3)Zack S.
I have been coming to the Yard House on a monthly basis for years. I would choose this place for my birthday every year because it was just so good. But now, I feel like things have changed. I ordered the sliders and fries. It tasted as if it were microwaved. The cheese was still cold. The burger, cooked medium when I asked for medium well. I was extremely disappointed. The service was also terrible. Our waitress forgot about us; we had to get her attention when she passed by us.
(2)Biko T.
Food is better than the typical bar accompaniments...beer selection is superb...price is a tad out of phase
(4)Joie S.
I would actually considering moving just to be closer to the Yard House. This is hands down my favorite restaurant. I'm a vegetarian and their Gardein Vegetarian menu is simply amazing. The vegetarian buffalo wings are so delicious that even my meat eating friends like them! The beer selection is unmatched anywhere in the area and I love that they pick samplers every month so you can try new things. The service is great, atmosphere is great, they have outdoor dining if you're into that! I wish the parking was easier and that there wasn't always a wait but it is so worth it. Check out the yard house if you are in the neighborhood, especially if you are a vegetarian! They also opened one near Fenway that is equally great!
(5)Aaron H.
To say this place was interesting is an understatement. When we went here the place was packed, standing room only Maybe that is because everything else in the area is no good, but I can not confirm that. The beer selection was pretty good, found some old favorites from the west that I always enjoy. After waiting for an hour for a table we were seated in a nice booth with a waiter that seemed to like me as he kept giving me a Hawaiian hand signal. I can only assume this is the case as I have never been to Hawaii before, but he indicated he used to live there. The food was okay, we ordered Taco's and I guess Tacos in suburban Boston is sort of an oxymoron. The yellowtail tuna was pretty good as well. All in all I think I would go back for a beer but and to watch a game but not on a Friday night.
(3)Paola C.
I had the displeasure of going there this past Saturday. After waiting for over an hour for the table (not their fault they advised me of the wait) my friend and I were finally seated. Our server never once made eye contact with me and continued to only ask questions directly while looking at her notepad or looking at my friend. I have never been made to feel so uncomfortable in my life. I thought it was weird and my friend even noticed how the server was behaving towards me. I asked for her to wrap up my soup and instead of handing it to me she again handed it to my friend. Same with the check. Worst service ever. I've never felt so ignored and uncomfortable in my entire life. Glad I waited that long and spent over $100 dollars to be treated like garbage. I'll go to Wicked next time.
(1)Michelle N.
I have to say that our latest experience at the Yardhouse at Dedham . . . ruined our evening. We were going for an easy (early ish) dinner and had been to this Yardhouse before (and others around the country). 1. The first problem was the system of taking names for a table. a. There were no pagers available and we were told to come back. b. When you come back you have to fight the crowd of people trying to leave the restaurant and the people waiting in line to check in and give their name. It was chaos and people stepping on one another the way it is set up. c. We had to go back twice to get a pager b/c they didn't have any left when we went back the first time after we were told to come back in 20 minutes. d. Our wait time was nearly double what we were quoted. When we were finally seated by a manager, we saw empty tables around us - and could tell the manager was frustrated that his staff in front was not seating people in these empty tables, hence he took us to a table himself. 2. My boyfriend and I each ordered an entrée and a starter (soup and/or salad). a. Our waiter, Zac (who was great), kept telling us our soup and salad were on their way out - after three times of telling us this (and 20+ minutes of waiting since we had put in our order) Zac finally went back and got the soup and salad himself. b. It was funny b/c after our meal came out (about 10 minutes after this) they tried to deliver soup and salad to us - obviously the soup and salad order was JUST getting processed way after our meal had arrived. 3. My boyfriend said his entrée was "cold and tasteless". a. He is not one to complain so I got our waiters attention and told Zac. He promptly brought over a manager. b. The manager apologized and had my boyfriend order a new entrée (which was better) and took the one entrée $ off the bill. c. I would have expected the manager to comp a dessert or something else as well - I mean I was completely done with my meal by the time my boyfriend's meal came out. The experience was just awful due to his food being cold and tasteless. The Yardhouse Dedham better clean up its service and food or else you will definitely start driving people away not toward your restaurant.
(1)Jason P.
Wow. The beer selection is the best around. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is great as well. My only complaint is the wait times. Good luck getting into the place on a Saturday. Considering how good it is the wait times are expected.
(5)Susie A.
Love love love this place. I am vegetarian and love love love beer and much to my surprise upon moving here from VT, this place is awesome! They have a whole Gardein menu( with their own twist)which makes my animal loving soul so happy! So delicious. The beer selection is amazing and well organized on the menu and staff are always so sweet. Love this place!
(5)A B.
Great beer list and drink menu. There were plenty of TV's so my husband was able to watch the Bears game and baseball at the same time:) not a bad seat in the house. Our server was kind and helpful as well as quick. The food was good and the portions were generous. Overall we had a nice visit.
(4)Dawn E.
I was here on a date. Like, in April. It was a night full of high hopes and mediocre results all around, but have no fear, my assessment of my date does not influence my assessment of the Yard House. Maybe I got a bad night. People who's opinions I would readily trust seem to have really enjoy this place, but I was not impressed. We walked in an I found the decor to be stark and too dim. I feel like a brewery or brewpub should be warm and inviting. A place you'd like to linger and try a few. This place says "come on in, but hurry out." They also claim to have the most draft beers on tap IN THE WORLD. Given that I've been to at least six places that have more beer on tap than the Yard House, I feel cheated. Now, I visited their website, apparently some places have way more beers on tap than others. So maybe the chain meets the claim, but not Dedham. As an appetizer, my date ordered onion rings. They were okay. I suppose they were very good for what they were and the presentation on them was quite unique. For my meal I went with grilled cheese and tomato bisque. It's a no fail choice, in my mind. I can be fancy and full of flavor and plain but comforting. Grilled cheese and tomato soup is always a win. Except at the Yard House. The grilled cheese, despite it's plethora of cheeses, was bland and greasy. Like, really greasy. Like I felt nauseated after eating half greasy. And the tomato bisque was watery and dull. My server really capped off the evening. He was creepy. Like, for real creepy. Over attentive in a way that made you want to bathe afterward. Hell, he made my date appealing. And that says a lot. I chose two beers. Both beers I love and have had many times. The first was great. The second tasted like they really needed to clean the lines. REALLY? BEER IS YOUR THING. CLEAN YOUR EFFING LINES. That is all.
(2)Frank G.
The food we got was fine, unfortunately it wasn't we ordered. Eating in is never a problem but I've had issues with takeout. Repeatedly. The woman at the front desk taking our order was preoccupied.
(1)Kelly P.
Went back for another try and sat at the bar this time.(( Lydia, manager at Yard House was happy to get me to come back and give it another try with a $35 gift card.)) Went for lunch, and it was amazing. The service could of been a little bit more attentive at the bar, as I saw many people trying to catch a bartender for drink, or silverware. Although when John , or Steven the bartenders knew you needed something they were very polite, and made helpful. Appetizers were fresh, and came out of the kitchen quite quickly. It was busy for even a Monday afternoon, but was able to find a the last two seats at the bar. I definitely will be returning to yard house again. If you want great trendy food, drinks, quality selection of beers go here. Spoke with manager Judy and informed her of the experience as well, as she thanked me for the feedback.
(4)Batrice B.
You really can't go wrong with this place. I was shopping with a friend at Legacy yesterday and stopped in for a quick drink and app. We sat without a wait at the bar, and as always the bar staff was attentive and great. Their beer suggestions were spot on and we were even given a sample of other recommendations. Even though they were out of my "go-to" app (Korean BBQ Beef) I went with the pastrami sliders. GREAT secondary pick, their apps area meal. For $10.95 I got 4 sliders and fries.... needless to say I had leftovers. I have never had a bad experience here and even when they ran out of what I get I tried something different and end up liking them even more.
(5)Joshua S.
We were here last week with a group of 12 or so, a couple of which had food allergies. It started out with the drink order, they took all of our ordered, but one person in the party was using her passport as a form of ID, which caused a problem, as no one seemed to know if a passport was a valid form of identification... Then once the manager finally decided they could take the passport as Id it still took a solid half hour for all of the drinks to arrive at the table. Then onto the meal, we all placed our orders, the waiter took care to get all of the specifics from members of our party with food allergies, and figure out what they were going to order, and what modifications needed to be made. Then a few minutes later the manager comes over and takes the allergy orders again, making an annoyingly long process twice as long as it should have been. Then another hour passes until the food starts coming out, the specially cooked allergy dishes are cold, as they seemed to have been prepared before the rest of the food. About 10 minutes into the meal they bring out two more salads, it turns out they mixed up who had what, unfortunately one of the parties that was mixed up has allergies. Instead of telling them as soon as they realized what happened they went ahead and prepared replacement dishes, letting someone with allergies eat a dish that wasn't meant for her. I'm not from the area, so maybe this is a fluke. But a restaurant of this size should be able to handle a table of 12 with no issues within a reasonable time frame. What should have been a fairly quick lunch turned into half an afternoon filled with mistake after mistake.
(1)Enay V.
I really don't get the hype. The food was ok but it wasn't worth the price. The place was packed on a Friday night. It was hot out but we were inside. Our waiter was sweating his ass off the entire night. It was literally dripping off his face - you'd think he'd want to swipe a rag across it every now & then. Really grossed me out. The beer selection was worth one star. The gardein marsala was worth the other - although, the gardein itself was too much - huge chunks of it were not appetizing. Smaller chunks & maybe burnt a little bit would have been much better. The appetizers were ok. 3 coconut shrimp for $12 - not so much. They weren't even that good. There are so many other better places - don't waste your time here.
(2)Christine C.
I have been to the Yard House before, and have always had a good experience. It goes without saying that the beer selection is incredible. There are suds to suit any taste. The food is pretty good as well. I really like their chicken tortilla soup. I recommend that anytime. The service is always good. Last night we had Renee, who was very nice, knew the menu well, made great suggestions, and when she noticed my BF's military ID, she thanked him for his service. I really appreciated that.
(4)Melody V.
I used to love this specific location until my group of 15+ stumbled upon the worst server in the history of visits at this Yard House. I can't complain about the food.....I really can't but being in the food service industry myself, it always starts and ends with the customer experience. We did complain to the manager on duty that night too since the server wasn't able to handle herself professionally with an issue we had. However, it's an experience I won't ever forget.
(1)Sara M.
We came here for an early dinner after bowling and a movie. They definitely have a lot of beers and I enjoyed my Timmermans Framboise, which was great for the hot day. I ordered truffle fries to start and they were very good. The truffle was not overpowering and fries were crispy. My entree was the lobster garlic noodles which had a good amount of shrimp and lobster but weirdly shredded crab. Overall, it was a decent dish but I am not sure that I would order it again. The burger with jalapenos was good but the meat quality could have been better. The bold flavours certainly helped improve the taste. I would come back and try other beers and dishes. The service was pleasant and efficient, while the prices were average.
(4)Dan F.
Excellent. Emily our waitress was a great server. I had the Mac n cheese and my wife had the fish tacos. They were both excellent. The order took 30 minutes to come out, we did not say anything as we were watching the games on the TVs and the manager came out and apologized we had to wait comped us our meal because she felt bad we had to wait. That's amazingly great service. Btw, I had the home brew Belgian beer and sampled the sea dog blueberry. Both were excellent bum definitely coming back to Yard House.
(5)Chris B.
Stopped in with a couple of work buddies at 7pm. Had to wait around 40 mins to sit down. Inside was really REALLY LOUD when we sat down. The manager realized we would rather be sitting outside and she moved us almost immediately. She brought the wine bottle out so we could get a picture for her iPhone app and Nicole was the best waitress!!! I got the honey beer, was great and also Mac and cheese was to die for.
(5)Edward M.
Good Beer and patio but this is where it stops. The beer selection is amazing, however each time I have been here the food has been average or below average. I really hope this place can improve the quality of their food because I love the beer and location.
(3)Richard R.
I'm with four other guys and they're boozing it up and running up a tab, and this place has the balls to charge me $3.45 for a cranberry juice. WTF?! We finally sat down to eat, and have to admit the food was good., But it took forever to get. Service is slow, very slow. After we were done it took forever to get our check too.
(2)Candice B.
Even after 2 years I am still a big fan of the Yard House. Now that I live 5 minutes from there, I find myself wanting to go there every weekend. The food is still great, the staff is great, never really had bad experiences going there. I just love their beer selections, and the amount of different pumpkin ales available just for this season. Of course I have some newly discovered favorites from there: The snack section has the best selection of the entire menu. I finally gave up my $23 plate lobster garlic noodles, and traded in for these mini tacos. YUM YUM YUM! These tacos are about $4 each, but decent sized. So I just order one Korean short rib and one Korean pork belly and I am a happy girl. My finance usually gets the mini sliders there, and add $1 to "upgrade" to truffle fries. Let me tell you about these truffle fries - they are HEAVEN in a cup... (cone?)!! Mini, crispy shoestring fries (my favorite) fried to perfection, with truffle oil, herbs and parmasean. I'm drooling just thinking about this. On that note, I think I'm gonna hit up the Yard House tomorrow night after work :)
(5)Daphnee D.
Great, great customer service. A++ for your excellent customer service yard house. From the hosts all the way to management. Located at legacy place Dedham, next to showcase cinema,where you can either dine in or out this restaurant/bar is a must. There is ample parking and it's free. (Free parking loveee it. Makes me all tingly inside, knowing that there's free parking) My friends and I went during the day where select appetizers and pizzas were HALF OFF. Score! We ordered turkey sliders, fries, spin dip, bbq chic pizza and I think the chicken thai pizza. Great portions and delish. For the turkey sliders it comes with four and I guess in the process of getting the sliders to the plate one didn't make it, so we got a free order of sliders to go, and apologies from hostess to waitress to management. Great hospitality I tell ya. The pizzas...finger licking good. Now the reason why you get four stars instead of five yard house is because (1) your french fries are skinny. Not a fan. Felt like I was eating nothing :(. (2) the chips for the spin dip I guess are house made, and aren't that great. like just throw in some tortilla chips thanks. (3) The music playing did not suit this restaurant at all. like I like to hum and dance when I eat. I did none of that. AND the whole time we were sitting there we kept wondering what we were smelling. Something foul. Turns out the table smelled. Like they used a dirty rag to clean the table off. Any who B+ in all for Yard house! I'd go again
(4)Rogaa S.
Nice place, but crazy busy.. we came here on a Thursday night around 7ish and the place was packed to the max. we had a ten minute wait and whats even better is they gave our table away. place is huge tons of space but we were kind of close to other ppl since our booth was giving away we had to sit at one o the tables in the middle kind of. so everyone was hearing everyones conversation. I only drank huge beer menu and they separate it by flavor/taste so it helped out a lot. beers were around 6-7 bucks for a pint not to bad. the foo i thought was a bit on the pricier side, if you get apps get the snacks instead cheaper and you get quite a bit. the entrees looked good (i didn't eat) and from what my friends were saying they were very pleased with their meals. overall a nice place to far out of the way for me and way to much traffic going through that place for my liking.
(3)Bethany R.
Amazing look to the place, pretty loud but that's to be expected, the wait was said to be 35-40 minutes, we waited 50 before saying something and being informed that they had 'lost our name' even though we had a buzzer? Once we were FINALLY seated, out waiter -Mike was really on top of things! He was great, very fast service and really made up for the bad service in the front of the house!
(4)Dan F.
Happy hour is only over shadowed by the over 100 types of Beers that they have on tap. Place is amazing. You have to have a Half yard beer of some kind! Its like a right of passage. Buffalo wings were Good Onion ring tower was even better Margarita pizza was delicious LOVE THIS PLACE if you can still stand after head over to the movies right next door
(5)Frank B.
Went for half price apps and beers for Happy Hour on a Monday Night. The selection of beers was the largest I've seen and the bartender did a great job picking out beers that I would like. The apps were really good. I will definitely go back.
(5)Katherine L.
This place was DELICIOUS! I went on a Wednesday night and the place was PACKED. 30-40 minutes wait but luckily we got to sit at the bar while waiting because we went to look as two people were getting up. Bartenders are on point. We got 3 different kinds of martinis and 1 specialty drink and they were ALL AMAZING. Martinis ($10.50): -Hawaiian Sunset -Sweet Tart -Black Orchid Specialty Drink ($9.50): - House Tropic The food was really yummy. The only thing that stink is there was no calories listed on the menu or "health conscious" menu. I got the Chicken Rice Bowl (1350 cal and $13.00) my friend got the Korean Short Rib Tacos. We also tried a lot of desserts: -Kona Coffee Ice Cream Sundae -Mini Creme Brulee -Mini Chocolate Souffle The Creme Brulee was NOT Creme Brulee and I wouldn't suggest getting it. It is made with chocolate chips on the bottom of the ramekin and topped with banana. The Creme Brulee was more just like a pudding topped with banana. The Kona Coffee Ice Cream Sundae was okay. I expected something more delicious for $8.00. The whipped cream wasn't too great, not a lot of hot chocolate, and the macadamia nuts were kind of odd tasting with the ice cream although I understand the link between Kona Coffee and Macadamia nuts. The Chocolate Souffle was definitely the best. We topped it with caramel ice cream instead of vanilla bean because they were out. I didn't even realize it came with a scoop of ice cream but I'm very happy we switched out the ice cream because I dont like vanilla bean. The mini desserts are served in 6 oz ramekins.
(4)Tater M.
Their regular fries are really tasty, arrive hot at your table. Be careful- this place has pretty loud noise levels during/after happy hour. Our waitress was super friendly but didn't repeat back the order. Asked/pointed towards the Hawaiian Poke but ended up with Hawaiian Pizza- which was pretty good. Sliders were pretty good too.
(3)Mary L.
The draft beer selection is spectacular, though slightly overwhelming for those who come in without a preference to steer them in the right direction. The boy and I selected two Hefeweizens in the yard glasses and aside from worrying that they were going to tip over every time someone bumped into our table, found it rather difficult to drink from - better off getting pint glasses. Nevertheless, the beers were good. We started with the chicken nachos and every chip came loaded with chicken, cheese, pico, sour cream, and guac. The boy had the Hawaiian burger which was topped with pineapples and pepperjack cheese and I had the Cuban roast pork sandwich which was absolutely delicious! The sandwich was packed with flavor and the portion was large enough that I had the remaining half of the sandwich for lunch the next day. Both entrees came with a large handful of thin, crispy fries. The wait for a table was long (1.5 hours) so put your name on the list then go shopping. For how packed the place was, the server was attentive and checked on us several times throughout the meal. Will definitely return (soon)!
(5)Paul R.
Let's get the obvious out of the way: This place is a bit expensive, and you will almost always have to wait a minimum of 15-30 minutes for a table during dinner time. I'm not sure how it only has a 2 dollar sign rating for price because I always end up spending close to $50/person here after dinner, 2 beers, and tip. Great beer selection on draft. They always have something interesting to try, and some old classics. Food is a bit expensive for what it is. I've had a number of different dishes here and they've always been underwhelming, at best. The service is downright bad. However, the wait staff is not at fault, it's the kitchen. They simply seem to be understaffed and/or mismanaged. Every time I've been here my food has taken inexcusably long to be served. And when I receive it, it's never cooked to specification, and it's almost always cold. Their customer service, however, is top notch. Last time I was here our food took about an hour to come out. They apologized and threw out the bill. The time before that my petite fliet was overcooked, and they offered (I didn't mention anything, but they noticed I wasn't enjoying it) to recook another one for me. But, really, I'm not interested in going out, wasting time, and having meals given to me for free. I'm interested in going out for a relatively speedy, delicious meal at a reasonable price. This place offers none of that. Even though they went above and beyond to make up for our bad experience, it's unlikely I'll be going back for dinner, but I will definitely be back for their great beer selection.
(2)Timothy H.
One of the best burger place in Massachusetts. I had the burger with lobster meat and it was delicious! The beef was juicy and the lobster meat made a huge difference in taste. I've never been much of a fries person, but when I had their little thin marinated needle fries now I love eating fries......well their fries, lol!
(4)Jennifer S.
Ok... So I love the crusted peppercorn filet and the sangria drinks but that's about it. The rest of the menu is eh! The food is a bit overpriced for what you get and the service is sometimes slow. We did have a horrible experience one time and the company made it right but we haven't been back since.
(3)Yasa E.
I've never wanted to be labeled as a "regular" anywhere, but i am pretty sure that over the last year I've been coming to yardy so much that I have aquired that unfortunate title. Enough about me though. I can't get enough of this place. The bartenders (Whitney, Dennis, Marlon, Adam, Dan, Liz,....i'm sure i'm fogetting some others) are outstanding! This is bar service at its best. The food is amazing, my favorites include: the sashimi, the crab dip, the spinach and cheese dip, ahi caesar, the eggrolls, the sliders, the surf and turf burger, country fried chicken, the onion rings and many many others. The korean boneless firecracker ribs as an entree are phenomenal. I've had some fantastic experiences here. For example, my last minute 25 person birthday party was accommodated by Megan the manager in under an hour and a half (which gave us enough time to gather at the bar and visit my favorite bar team). This place is perfect for any occasion (picky eaters will be satisfied as well). I've had gatherings with friends here, birthdays, new job celebrations, going away parties and numerous dates. This is truly a fantastic place and is definitely at the top of my list for casual dining and drinks.
(5)Angela M.
Stopped by the Yard House the other night for drinks and dessert, upon arrival we were greeted and brought to a table. Our server Jessica was polite at first but as soon as she realized we weren't planning on eating dinner and racking up a big tab her attitude completely changed. She brought us our beer that we ordered and put in our order for dessert and wasn't too be seen again. We were never offered water or a refill of our beer. My first thought was that maybe she was too busy to check in on us but it was a Monday night and the restaurant wasn't that busy. Coming from the service industry, and understanding her disappointment that we would just be eating dessert I was planning on tipping her well above the normal 20% of our total bill.... In the end I probably won't be coming back to the Yard House , although it was one of my favorite restaurants before this experience...there are many other restaurants at Legacy Place were I could find better service and servers without attitudes.
(1)rose s.
Other than our bartender/waiter {ADAM} it was good. His personality sux'd . We waited on our waiter all night
(3)Ian S.
RACIST. I went to the bathroom and when I walked back to the table the manager told me I was drinking too much. Mind you, I was walking and speaking just fine. They said they were basing it off that I ordered a DOUBLE gin and tonic. SORRY, THAT IT WAS MY BIRTHDAY. I also asked them to make me a four horseman shot and they said that shot was AGAINST THE LAW. A friend I was with told me that the same thing HAPPENED to his Indian friend when they went there. Guess massachusetts isn't as liberal as we all thought.
(1)Alex G.
I ate lunch here today with some of my friends. It was delicious! The amount of beers they have is incredible, something for everyone! The queso dip was unbelievable, it was the perfect blend of spicy peppers and creamy cheese. It was a good size for the 3 of us to share. For a meal, I got a small BBQ chicken salad, which was HUGE. I took half of it home and I am going to eat it tomorrow. The prices are not bad either. Our waitress Nicole was very attentive and made sure we were happy with what we were eating. Next time I will save room for dessert, because that looked good as well. The restaurant is big, so bring your friends and family!
(5)Steve W.
Went on a Saturday around 4pm. Place was still 3/4 full, alwasy seems busy. Today we got the tacos - fish and korean beef. Fish Tacos was definitely better...the Korean beef tacos were meh. Wouldn't order that again. We also ordered the crab cakes which were 2 small crabcakes w/ some wasabi in it. Ddin't know it came w/ wasabi, altho not overpowering. The sauce w/ the crabcakes was very good. Good service, attentive. Didn't like the table we were given, same table (our 2nd visit) near the kitchen. We asked for a different table when our waiter came by. no problem. Place has plenty of TVs for sports watching. Some dishes the portions are pretty small. They do have happy hour - half priced apps during the week from 3 - 6 pm. Update - went back recently w/ party of 4 this past Sunday. Service was good and we weren't seated near the kitchen this time. The restaurant is not crowded on sunday noon time which is great. We all got the lunch specials for $10 for half sandwich w/ soup or salad. The french onion soup was avg. My pastrami sandwich was good. And I did appreciate their customers relations contacting me regarding my initial review.
(4)Lynda G.
All around amazing experience. They lost a star for saying the wait was going to be much shorter than it actually was. Also, we each got a beer sampler and the bartenders put the beers in backwards so while we were drinking each sample and reading the descriptions, it wasn't matching up. The server helped us fix it, but it happened with all of our samplers which means the bartenders kept making it wrong. That's a pretty big deal if you're sampling beer. It was a Thursday night and absolutely packed, we could barely get a drink at the bar. Once we got seated our server was attentive and helpful. We sat for a while and never felt rushed. Food was delicious. I had a pineapple pizza and the sauce was so garlicky I loved every second of if. I wish I had a Yard House closer to me so I could go more often.
(4)Mia B.
I have been to this particular Yard House a few times and it never disappoints. One of the more consistent chain restaurants. There is also an outdoor deck with a firepit that is used in the nicer weather. Great apps and sliders. They also have great burgers! And the caramel salt pudding dessert is INCREDIBLE!! Tip: From 4-6pm they offer a menu of 1/2 price apps and other discounted items. Good for happy hour or after work gathering.
(4)Erin M.
Great place to meet after work. We got there around 4 (yup we left work early) and the place wasn't crowded. They had happy hour specials which were good, the cheese pizza was the best, the sliders were just OK (they don't ask how you want it cooked) and the onion rings were good too. The beer menu is overwhelming! I couldn't decide so I settled on the Rose Garden which was great but it was $9 for a pint. When we left at 8 the place was packed. Not the best in Legacy Place but OK.
(3)Sylvia C.
When my friend suggested Yardhouse for our friday night dinner...I was hesitant because I thought it might be some bar type of food restaurant. The place was packed...estimated wait time 25min. We ordered a couple of drinks at the bar while we wait for our buzzer to buzz. Despite being a crowded night, we still managed to get our drink order taken pretty quickly. Think after 35 mins in...our buzzer finally buzzed. Yay! Hostess brought us to a big booth - enough to seat 8ppl (even though it's only two of us)...nevertheless we were happy with dining space. Our waitress greeted us within less than a minute...noticed we had drinks and asked if she could bring us some water *shocker*. We glanced through the menu...snacks to main course...I was impressed by the selection - deviled eggs, ahi poke bowl, truffle fries...the menu was way more expansive than your normal bar type of menu. We ordered the following (yes we both love variety and can eat): Small Snacks: Deviled eggs Ahi poke bowl Truffle fries Coconut Shrimp Salad - Caesar with anchovies Main course: Seared Sea Scallops Miso Glazed Sea Bass The small plates arrived....we were impressed by the portion and presentation. Dug right into the plates....and our palettes were pleasantly pleased. Made us look forward to our main course. We ordered several drinks and was surprised that it got delivered so quickly by the drink runners. Drink runners - now that's a first! The staff at the restaurant worked like a well oiled machine....fully crankin' with a great team attitude. We managed to order dessert - some sort of creme brulee...unfortunately it wasn't well baked (watery in the center)...let the waitress know...and she apologized and made sure that it was taken off the bill. Service and food has exceeded our expectations. Think we'll know where to go - the next time we're back in the area.
(5)Melissa D.
You have redeemed yourself, Yard House. Thank you for directly writing to me and reviewing my constructive feedback. That is great management in my mind. Since my boyfriend and several friends LOVE this place, I came back again to give it a few more chances. I was not disappointed the 2-3 times I have been here since last summer. My last experience, I had the best server by far here by the high boys. She was great and patient. She definitely knew her beers explaining to a table next to us who was venturing into wheat beers for the first time. I had the fish tacos and I was not disappointed. I was scared as the last time I had a taco dish, it didn't come out as great as I wanted. The fish was light, not greasy and the sauce was amazing. Service at the bar has definitely improved. Yes, long waits but what do you expect with a huge facility. Thanks again and great job!
(4)Ashley K.
First time here in a few weeks (yes weeks) but the first time here that I can honestly say, everything was GREAT. Busy Saturday night, but got a seat at the bar. Ordered apps, dinners, a single beer and a flight. LOVED the traditional flight and my friend loved her belgian flight. Food was great, beers were great, vibe was great, but best of all, our SERVICE was great. Danielle was the best bartender my friend and I have experienced in a long time. Witty, pleasant, knowledgeable, NORMAL, always there, yet not annoying. The kind of girl you'd want to hang out with. THANK YOU, Danielle, you made our experience. Signed, "the lesbians" :) AWESOME place for a beer and decent food, if you can handle a crowd and a potentially a wait. Sometimes hit or miss, depending on service, but tonight a total HIT.
(4)Kim P.
I'm giving the Yard House 2 stars based on visit last week. The food and drinks were good. The service started off great. I'm giving 2 stars because is was VERY OBVIOUS the waitress wanted us to leave. The restaurant was crowded for a Monday night, but there were plenty of empty tables available. She took my water before I had finished it. She tried taking my friends meal before she had finished it - she even had a bite in her mouth at the time. The waitress cleaned the table while we were still sitting there. It was extremely rude and I won't be back.
(2)Kelly B.
I worked there for a year, and would go in every once in a while on a day off, and still go in - so that says something about the food and how I think the place is run. Enormous menu, and even more so considering how accommodating the kitchen can be in terms of modifications. Everything is very standardized, in terms of being made exactly the same way every time so you know what you're going to get. Yes, the wait can be horrifyingly obnoxious. I make a point of stopping in when it's not going to be as busy. Servers are very good at checking in at appropriate intervals to make sure everything is ok.
(5)C B.
We went on 4th of July. It was a disaster. They sat 4 parties ahead of us. Then when we finally got sat, we waited 20 minutes for a server who never showed up. We walked out after no one came in 20 minutes. Won't ever go back.
(1)Delroy H.
Still one of the best place to relax and enjoy a good meal. It's so difficult to come in the area and not visit the YH.
(5)Christine C.
The service is fine and any place at Legacy Place will be packed with a crazy wait on a weekend. I'm only disappointed that the quality of the food seemed to have gone down hill from when they first opened. Sangria is way too sweet, had to ask for whipped cream for an Irish coffee...the good ones come with cream & a little chocolate stick..plus the right combo of alcohol. The kung pao calamari was cross...drenched in a heavy yucky sauce and was supposed to come with cherry peppers (hots) as per the menu & arrived with bell peppers...not the same. & calamari was soggy. Ordered a flat bread that was dried out and seemed like it sat under the light in the kitchen for ages....the only thing I liked was the chips & guacamole...even the kids mac n cheese wasn't the same, not as tasty & the cheese sauce with the brocholi was like water.... it's not worth the money any more & I don't think we'll be back. I think they need to change up their menu or take more time to prep the food, even if it means a longer wait....I feel just as bad as if I ate at a fast food restaurant. Everything tasted like it was sitting under the light for ages, probably to accommodate all the people, but I think you can find better food at a pub for less money.
(2)G K.
Really good burger. I had the pepper jack burger... and the Gorgonzola burger. Tasted great. Excellent service.
(4)Laura M.
Long waits. Way too salty food. The only thing saving this from being a 2 star review is the wonderful staff, great beer selection, and ample amounts of tv's for watching sporting events. Come for happy hour and drinks. Skip it on the weekends.
(3)Melanie W.
Yard House is my favorite chain restaurant by far. I have been to the one in Fenway a few times, as well as one in Atlanta, but Dedham is the one I go to most often. Service is always attentive, only once did I feel like it was intrusive. The wait can be very long, however. For food I have enjoyed the enchilada stack, chicken rice bowl, margherita pizza (amazing!!), spicy Thai chicken pizza, Thai chicken noodle salad, the coconut shrimp appetizer, the hummus appetizer and vanilla ice cream dessert. For what I haven't enjoyed: The French dip sandwich fell apart after dipping it, although the fries were yummy and crispy. The French onion soup was VERY salty I actually liked it, but I can see why some would complain. The mini chocolate souffle was a little dry. I love the different beers they have, even though I almost always get the Angry Orchard cider.
(5)Catie C.
Pricey is the word. Steaks are in the twenties. Serious, if i have to pay $26 for a steak, I might as well go to capitol grille! Ok fine, I wont have a steak.. perhaps, a burger? well, all the burgers are over $11! OK, I don't like cheesburgers. Well, too bad cuz the classic there is a cheeseburger! Hence, if i want a hamburger, I still have to pay for the cheesburger price. OK, I give them credit for only charging $6 and some change for Belgian beer. So in essence, come bere for beers and nothing more if you're trying to get your monies worth. To start, We had onion rings which were standard. Nothing to WOW about. For dinner, I had sliders. Would I do burgers there again? No. My sliders had fried onions which was overpowering the burger flavor. Knowing me, I had my 2nd slider with none of that. All I tasted was salt. Certainly, this is the first time i had salty sliders. Sorry, I didn't taste any beef. I would say this is a good watering hole but definitely not worth the money for dinner.
(2)Jason H.
3.5 stars. It's been a long time coming, but I've finally gave this place a try. Being a beer geek, I get recommended this place a lot. I think I unfairly hesitated to try it, being that its a chain. Big deal, it's a fun place. As expected, beer selection is impressively extensive for a bar chain. A few rare gems are mixed in with more accessible craft favorites, and rotating taps that seem to change often. Food is where I was pretty surprised. It's good. I'd suggest the pizza and burger here, they were both really tasty. Other options, not so great. Atmosphere can get a little stressful, as it's packed on weekend nights and the wait is long, but it's always fun. I should have given this place a chance a while ago.
(3)Khoa N.
My friends and I went crazy for the one hour happy hour we were here. There wasn't enough room on our table for the entire menu of appetizers (which seemed like the amt we ordered). The foods were decent, with the exception of the california roll. Don't order that. It is not your regular sushi roll (and the waiter will tell you that). It was a giant ball of cold rice. The fire cracker wings were supposed to be their spiciest out of 3 options but I could not taste the spiciness at all. It was otherwise very tasty. Drinks are good. The half-yard drafts are only for the thirsties. I would never be able to finish one of those giant towers of beer so I got myself a couple of martinis. And they were quite yummy.
(3)Shannon S.
Just dined here for the 3rd time. When I think of this place, I think of comfort food. As in, I eat and then I want to do nothing more than (blissfully) curl up on my couch for the night. Everything I've tried I've enjoyed and it's been a game-time decision each time as so many things on the menu catch my eye. The long wait every.single.time is a bit discouraging BUT the beer selection helps and usually once I get a few good and strong brews in me, time starts to fly. (Perhaps not always a good thing). We shared the spinach and cheese dip between 4 people and though it was quite delicious, it wasn't enough dip given the amount of crispy flat breads included (or the price). Give me more dip people! I had the crab cake hoagie (again) for my meal and pretty much polished it off aside from a bite or two I just couldn't manage. My co-diners enjoyed their entrees as well and we all left full and ready to be rolled home. Our server was outgoing and attentive. I'm only with holding a star because I still think the prices are a bit high given portions but all-in-all, Yard House is still doing a solid job.
(4)William D.
Nothing but good things to say about this place. Food is excellent; very wide selection of drinks; great place to watch any sports game; bar and wait staff are very friendly; great location; place is spacious, so wait time(s) are rarely long... Deserves 5 stars in my book.
(5)Alyson S.
This place was as busy as could be on a Friday night when a friend and I showed up for a bite to eat. We were greeted by the friendliest of hostesses and seated within 15 minutes (not too bad!). We sat near the bar area which was loud but perfect for what we were looking for especially because we wanted to catch up. The seating booth style did seem quieter when I passed through to use the restrooms (which were extremely well maintained). Our waiter came over and was attentive throughout the meal sharing information about the dishes on the most expansive menu I have had to choose from. The choices ranged from small plates to heavy full courses including interesting twists on the american basics. I am sure just about anyone could find something they like on the menu. The food was well cooked and seasoned both for the appetizers and main dishes we ordered. It definitely was great to have all of the options so that both of our palletets were please and satisfied by the end of the mea. I would definitely stop back in here for a casual meal catching up with friends.
(4)Michael G.
This is a solid mainstream bar for beer lovers everywhere, but don't discount the bars up and down route 1 in the area! However, the yard house features unique craft beers from a variety of breweries around the world with 100+ offerings on tap! Try the piraat - you will not regret it! That being said, a lot of the entrees are priced higher than their worth, but I have never had a dish here that I was disappointed by! Yes I am a repeat offender here, thoughI would not consider myself a regular. Honestly, the menu as a whole is above my price range, however the taps and about a third of the menu are perfectly affordable for me. I recommend all the burgers, especially their Surf and Turf burger, which is reasonably priced for a burger that just so happens to have lobster in it! Yum. Also, their Mac and Cheese Squared, as well as their nouveau take on Tomato Bisque and Grilled Cheese - both of which are unique and delicious takes on comfort food. The variety of food, and beer at this establishment is something that cannot be passed up. This place is best experienced with a group, friends in a group of 4-8 is honestly ideal - everyone gets to sample someone else's choice, and the establishment can easily accomadate the numbers!
(4)Matthew B.
I have been to this location enough to say you can expect a frustrating experience every time. This is a beer joint. Period. The service is pretty slow and not very attentive. Food takes roughly 25 minutes no matter what you get and it's a 50/50 chance it's hot. Some bartenders are less friendly than others which always confuses me when customers are treated like intruders. There are other much better restaurants in the complex if you are looking for anything above and beyond beer, but let's be honest no one goes somewhere to try 1,400 different beers. Skip it. For some reason the wait for dinner time is always 30-45 minutes minimum because people can't get past the hype.
(1)Brian W.
I'm only taking away one star because the place is ridiculously crowded and standing in the waiting area with hoards of people and their Legacy Place shopping bags is enough to make you want to drive down route 1 to Five Guys or Chipotle. Once you get seated you can't go wrong with 100+ different draft beers and a food menu with just as many options. They have a pretty extensive gluten SENSITIVE menu and they're very quick to point out that while the food will be gluten free, the kitchen is not a gluten free environment. After talking to the Manager we don't think this is any different from any other restaurant with a gluten free menu, but it can be a little concerning if even slight cross contamination can get you sick. My wife ended up getting a monster sized turkey club wrapped in lettuce that she enjoyed very much. I went with a Pork sandwich that I ordered without cheese, but ended up coming with pieces of cheese remaining from a poor attempt to remove the melted cheese after the fact. The waitress and Manager were extremely nice about it and ended up sending me a whole new sandwich AND taking it off the bill without me even having to ask. The sandwich was just ok, but the sweet potato fries were awesome and the customer service was even better. We'll definitely be back to try some new things and make fun of those people awkwardly drinking out of the half yard glasses of beer they ordered.
(4)Me K.
OK my first thought was, not bad. Casual but not dumpy at all. Then I ordered my first skinny Margarita which tasted great however they could have put a little less ice and more drink in the cup! We ordered the chips and Quacamole. Was a little disapointed at the size but im use to larger than life portions which are not good for me! They were actually really good and shared between 2 were plenty! It seemes like they were off a bit and when we finally got our meal mine was cold. I ordered the carribean chicken and my husband ordered the blackened fish Taco's (they were amazing) So the waitress asked how things were I said fine, just a little cold but that was ok I would still eat it because we had a movie to make. The manager came over a minute later and apoligized for the food being cold and said they were a little off that night. He then said the entire bill was on him.... what wait yes he did say that! So two meals and app and 4 drinks. (yes drinks too) he asked us to please give them another try another day. I do take into consideration mistakes that happen but I judge a restaurant or company on how they handle the mistakes, honestly everyone makes mistakes but how you deal with them is what matters. So I am giving them 5 stars because the fish tacos were amazing and if I go back and I am not happy I have no doubt that they will make sure I am! If we had more time he said he would have been able to make it right but we had to make our movie!!!
(5)Tiffany M.
Based on my expectations, I have to give this place 5 stars. I expected a quality chain resto with a decent menu of draft brews, and ample seating for sports. So what did I get? -phenomenal music on the PA -surprisingly good food (ahi tuna salad & angel hair pomadoro) -tons of great beer on tap -pleasant crowd -great service -an excellent view of a dreadful Red Sox loss Hey, it's a chain restaurant, so I was thrilled that it exceeded my expectations.
(5)Kimberly L.
My friends love this place, but I found it overpriced and really loud. The food was very good, (which is why it got a 3) the drinks were minimal, And the staff was mediocre. Parking is horrific. I would go again and give it another try...when I have some extra cash to blow.
(3)Jess K.
Yes yes yes! I love this Yard House! Friends had been buzzing about Yard House pretty much since it opened, and so I finally made plans and met some friends there. My first time there I got the chicken fingers and fries, and they were the best chicken fingers EVER! They brought me bbq AND honey mustard... that's really the way to my heart! Since then I have been back probably 8 or so times. They do half price apps in the afternoon- 3-5 maybe?- so I have gone a couple times for that and gotten chicken fingers again. I have also had the grilled cheese and tomato bisque! Crunchy, cheesy, and yummy! They also do a good french onion soup. Pretty much everything on the menu is delicious! Some of the entrees are a little pricey, but I've never gone with anyone that said there food wasn't GREAT! One thing to note is that peak times get CRAZY. The wait on a Sat night gets to about 2 hours. I had a birthday dinner there for a large table and got there early around 5ish to secure our spot. They don't take reservations, so plan accordingly! I highly recommend Yard House, it's delicious!!
(5)Jaymie T.
Meghan our waitress was awesome. Great food, great beer, great service and Meghan split the check 8 ways for us without us asking!
(5)Brian R.
Granted I went here on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy however I was told the wait would be 1 hr it wasnt unti 2 hrs had passed before we were finally seated. When we went to the Hostess stand they kept saying 15minutes and were extremely rude. At one time the hostess when we asked how much longer because we had already exceeded her initial time by 30 minutes she very rudly said "Welcome to Saturday night. When we finally got seated the food and service were both ok. Dont waste your time here it isnt worth it there are plenty of other places at Legacy Place that are much better and friendlier!!!!
(1)Christopher R.
We seriously love this place and drive down to Dedham like once a week to go. Food is great, and they have an amazing selection of Vegan/Veg options like their Gardein products. Amazing selection of beers and service is always fast and friendly. They actually usually always remember us as well as we have become sort of regulars. So even if a big chain place like this, everyone still comes to know your name.
(5)Jen L.
Yummmmm is all I have to say! The best vegetarian American food! Love being able to come here and grab a beer and some 'chicken' buffalo wings with my friends. The Gardein meat substitute is off the chain!! And def try their 6 pack sampler of beer. I was somewhat of a narrow minded light beer drinker. Now I have expanded my horizons and found some really great choices. Sometimes after I head straight to Whole Foods next door with the beer description list and pick up a couple of six packs of my favorite picks. I consider myself a lifelong faithful customer of the Yard House!
(5)Kathy F.
Would not come here again. There were six of us, so we called ahead and put our names in. When we got there, we were told on weekends you could not call ahead.So why didn't the person that answered the phone know this. We were seated at a nice horseshoe shaped table ,but the music was so loud, we could not hear ourselves think. I asked a hostess to turn down the music and she informed be that it was not possible. We ended up texting each other during the entire meal. The food was. good and our server was attentive,but I would still not return.
(4)Little Miss C.
The food is actually good at this sports bar. The burgers are AMAZING! Nice spot for an after movie dinner on a Sunday. If it is game night, you will be filled with Boston pride (only if the Pats are winning).
(4)Sami W.
I don't know if you're going to believe me (like I care!) but I was going to write the same review Molly W. wrote WORD FOR WORD! I decided not to write one because repetitiveness is a wasted of time! Here's Molly's review: "Legacy Place pretty much rules, and this is definitely the place to eat if you're there. The wait is long, but whatareyagonnado? We usually end up at the bar. Which is not a bad thing, because if you're going to drink, you can get prompt service! They have outdoor dining on nice days, and we had the pleasure of sitting out there ONCE (there's always a mega wait for that) and you're facing a parking lot, so whatever. Plus, I really like the music they play inside which I normally would probably be a brat about. I LOVE their beer flights (which are always changing), especially because they print out these detail sheets that tell you all about the beer: where it's brewed, what's in it, what it's special qualities are. It's like a wine tasting without having to sit there and nod your head while someone goes blahblahblah. The food is good. The portions are big. There's something for everyone. It's definitely American - the portions are huge. It's a pretty cool crowd - it's a good place to just go relax and drink good beer without having to deal with the Boston parking situation. Yes. That's huge. PARKING. Plenty of FREE PARKING! Yaaayyyy!!!! So yeah! I like this place. It's making me want to go there just writing about it!"
(4)Patrick M.
WE GET IT. YOU HAVE A LOT OF BEERS ON TAP. Other than that its a trendy discotheque of a restaurant that blasts classic rock. Overpriced if not inspired entrees. The apps are ok though. Try the shrimp.They must make a kings ransom on the beers. There is something about micro and craft beers that warrants an intimate atmosphere. If I'm in the Ninety Nine and they some cool beers, im impressed. BUT THIS PLACE ISNT COOL. Its a juggernaut. I felt lost when I walked in. Honestly it isnt terrible. Im just dumbfounded that a place like this exists. I know of 3 tavers/bars/brewhouse that id rather give my business to.
(2)Nicole S.
Awesome food and atmosphere! the staff is always so nice and treat you like a real customer! best food in dedham by far!
(5)Keo H.
This place is definately a place I would suggest to friends for a nice, trendy evening out. Great for a casual first date to chit chat and get to know one another. The music wasn't too loud, you can hear each other. Althought I went on a rainy Tuesday night, the place was still busy and happening. The crowd tonight was your younger, maybe middle aged professional. I can't comment much on the food since I only came here for drinks (had dinner elsewhere), but all the dishes at the other tables looked delicious. The menu was very electic. You have choices ranging from sandwiches,soups, korean and chinese inspired dishes, along with the option of seafood, steak, and other meats. They have a massive selection of beers on tap. The mix drinks are priced at about $10-$12. The food however seemed a lil' pricey to me since its not a fine dining kind of venue and you weren't in the city. The place is very new, trendy, and modern. Great atmosphere. Large bar area with flat screen tv's for those who love sports. The tables are high bar tables. Service was good. The waitress, as busy as it was, did a great job checking in on us as our drinks got low. The best thing I like about this place is that there's PARKING!!! I'm soo use to going into the boston bar/lounges and circling the streets block after block searching for parking. Thumbs up!
(4)Jeanna R.
The main reason I go to the Yardhouse is because of the beer selection, although the Atwater Vanilla Java is still at the top of my list. Their food selection is pretty good, albeit a little overpriced--don't get me wrong, it always tastes great, but $11 for a lunch-sized portion of Mac n' Cheese is a little high, given that you can get the dinner portion for $16 and get twice as much. I usually get great service at the bar since there's always several bartenders working, but if I remember correctly the floor service when we had a table near the kegs in the back wasn't very good. Overall it's a good place for a cold beer and tasty food, as long as you're not expecting a cheap eat.
(4)Debra C.
Wanted to love this place but after two visits I am convinced that the food just sucks. Beer selection good but food is bad. How do you screw up Mac N Cheese? Me and another person I was with got it and we were both disgusted. Second time I pretended I would take the food home and was even more aggravated when they dropped the "to go" boxes off on the table for me to scrape off the plate into the box! Seriously? After dropping 60 bucks on food and one beer and now you want me to pack my own "to go" box? I'll return for drinks and maybe apps but only if I was with people that really wanted to go there. Definitely no entrees!
(1)J M.
I see a lot of 5 stars, but not sure how you go that far with such an average menu and food that has little value. The beers selection is right up there with Big City/Sunset in Allston. The menu is too big..pages of everything from americanized asian to burgers. A bit on the pricey side, but not complaining too much as there was parking and the garage was free to park in. Liked what I got, but alittle skimpy on the shared appetizers. Casual/Trendy. Nice space. Service attentive (but was sitting at the bar, it better be) Average to a bit above..nothing to write home about, but if in the area again maybe stop in for beer and something light.
(3)G P.
I had a much better experience this time. I'm glad I gave it another try. There was a bit more space to move around this time and the wait for a table was reasonable considering the size of our party. I got the California roll, or should I say cake?! It was awesome, I've had sushi more times than I can remember and they certainly made it unique! We all had a great time, thanks Yard House!
(4)Mark W.
This place has gotten some bad reviews, but we actually had a great meal and got to enjoy a few unique beers. The service was excellent and the place looks great. If you go on the weekend evening then expect a crowd (they pack them in), but what's wrong with that? You can still get a drink and food and enjoy people watching. We did find the food prices to be a little steep but that seems to be the norm for Legacy Place.
(4)Luke P.
Awesome beer selection - by far the best in the area. Below average bar food. I've not been impressed with the sandwiches, burgers and salads I've ordered from here. They do have a pretty cool happy hour late at night (10:00 PM on) that has 1/2 priced apps and pizzas (note: I've tried neither yet so they may be horrible anyway). Very crowded and noisy. Really ideal place if you want to drink a lot and watch a game. I don't know if I'd recommend Yard House for any other purpose, but it's nearly perfect in this category. Will be back for the beer for sure, but probably try to pass on the food.
(3)Alyssa S.
(3.5 stars) I'm a fan of Yard House. It's a great venue for a large group, and the service has always been decent. The servers are well-trained and willing to please their customers. I have been here a number of times with both small and large groups. Some items I've tried from the menu include the following dishes: -Appetizers: SPINACH CHEESE DIP ("baked with feta, jack, parmesan and cream cheese served with crispy flat bread") CHICKEN NACHOS ("spicy pinto beans, cheddar and jack, red and green sauce, tomato, cilantro, onions, guacamole and sour cream") LETTUCE WRAPS ("stir fried, smoked tofu, pine nuts and green onions with three dipping sauces and choice chicken, tiger shrimp, or shiitake & portabella mushrooms") BLUE CRAB CAKES ("with mango papaya chutney, passion fruit beurre blanc and tomato oil") -Entrees: MARGHERITA pizza ("oven roasted roma tomatoes, roasted garlic, mozzarella and fresh basil" SEARED AHI STEAK ("seared rare, spinach, swiss, tomatoes, caramelized onions, peppercorn aïoli on grilled rye") I like the food at Yard House. The quality does match the higher prices, but I believe that you pay for the medley of food, atmosphere, and hospitality. They have the world's largest selection of draft beer, and I find that to be an enormous perk because you can always choose a beverage to your liking. Dedham's location is a full bar that is situated in the middle of the restaurant. A setback for this great location is that they do not accept reservations...so if you do come here with a large group, be prepared to wait! For my "Nacho Average Reviews" list: 3 stars...their nachos are served on a very large platter with balanced ingredients; however, the chips can be slightly soggy, and in a large group, they get cold quickly. I would order them again, though. :)
(3)Tim R.
I arrived at 6:30 to meet my family. I was told a 1 hour and 15 minbute wait. At 8:30 we finally say andd by 10:00 we still had no food. Our manager was nice and the service was ok once we sat. Jarad, another floor manager came over with no solicitation from us. He asked if everything was ok and I said, "well I wasn't going to say anythig but now that you have brought it up, we have been here sincce 6:30 and still have not received our food and it is after 10:00." He grew rude and defensive and said, "You knew it was a 1 hour wait when you got here and steak takes a long time to cook." I tried to calm him down (Not my job), and told him that I was just answering his queston. The other manager came over and apologized and gave us a round of drinks and desert. We liked the food but will NOT be going back with so many other options out there!
(1)Sean O.
Food: B- Beer: A+ Get yourself a couple glasses of Abt 12 and call an ambulance for the ride home.
(4)Nuala G.
This is my go to place when going to the movies at Legacy Place. Try to get here early as the place gets packed. A few times I ended up eating at the bar as I didn't want to wait the hour for a table. Food is great, fantastic selection of drinks. Service is fast, and everyone is super friendly!
(5)Kelly C.
Every time I think of the Yard House I think of how huge the menu is and can't wait to go and try something new. The reality is that every time I actually go, I'm terribly disappointing. The food is really just okay. Maybe even bordering on the not so great side. The last time I went I decided to try the spicy tuna roll appetizer. The waitress warned me that instead of being pieces of sushi, that it was one large roll. Well, when it came.. it looked like a bean sprout salad. Basically, it was nothing like a spicy tuna roll. I've also had the mac and cheese. It was okay. Not that great but not bad. Portion was small though. There are a few good items there though, the french fries are really good and if you decide to have dessert, the caramel ice cream is really good. Also the beer selection is fantastic and the service has always been great. For me, this would be a great place to go for drinks but not food.
(3)Tony S.
Great Beer, Great Food, Great Music, Get here!
(5)Lynne L.
Visiting family,,I loved the Entire staff at Legacy yard house so...nice spoiled me and Boyfriend..and they treated me like a MOVIE STARLET!! ELAINE my waitress couldnot have done a better job!! she was doing at least 5 tables at once and kept her cool!! THANKS YUMMY FOOD!!!
(5)Sean M.
This is a great place for casual food and dozens of craft beers on tap. The bartenders are usually much better informed about the rotating craft beer selections but the waitstaff serving the tables and booths are always very pleasant and attentive if you're more focused on the dining aspect of your visit. Lots of good quality, large-screen LCD displays make it a great spot to watch any type of sporting event while enjoying good food and great beer. They have also made an extensive effort in creating a massive background music library collection, which they stream through a high-quality sound system...
(4)Libby L.
2nd and Last Time. We went to the Yard House a couple of months ago when they had the Turkey Pot Pie and it was AMAZING. However, when we went there this past weekend for the Turkey Pot Pie - they no longer serve it - BUMMER :( :( So we ordered: - BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger - all right - had better at Wild Wily's for cheaper. - Clam Chowder - there was a hint of spice which wasn't appealing to me. - Seared Scallops with Steamed Vegetables - I could've made better. All it was was a 6-pieces of "dry" pan fried scallops with NO seasoning or flavors. I asked for steamed - they gave me oily stir fried vegetables. The waiter was not bad but he kept forgeting stuff - we had to keep getting his attention and requesting the same stuff. ie: extra napkins, ketchup, drink refills, etc... This will definitely be the last time.
(2)Meghan P.
Let me explain my rating: The Yard House in San Diego = AMAZING The Yard House in Dedham = underwhelming --------------------------------------------------Â------------------- I have eaten at this location 4 times and only the first time was good! My food is always cold or bland. Beer menu is extensive so you can always find something you like- its hard to mess up beer :) --- They only serve 1/2 yard here not full yard like in CA. Stick with the beer and maybe an appetizer and spend your money on dinner somewhere else. I really hope they can turn it around because I used to LOVE LOVE LOVE this place.
(2)Melissa M.
the yard house exceeded my expectations, and i say that because i sort of wrote it off and expected a mediocre meal because it's in the middle of suburban shopping hell aka legacy place. first the atmosphere. it's a pretty large place with a generously sized wrap around bar, plenty of high top tables, and a ton of booths. despite the place being packed (we went in after 2pm on a sunday), we were seated right away. it's on the loud side, so it seems to be a better place to meet up with friends for lunch and beers rather than a special dinner date. the service was fast and our server was polite and knowledgeable about the beer list. everythign we ordered came to the table quickly, and the manager even stopped by to greet us and personally inquire about a food allergy that one person at our table had. i thought that was a nice gesture. the food was really good and they had a really impressive vegetarian menu - even though i'm not vegetarian i'm lookign forward to trying some of those dishes in the future. the appetizers we got were standard (onion tower and chicken egg rolls). the burger we got was a solid (surf and turf beef burger plus some hunks of lobster). their beer menu was pretty decent and had more on it than i expected. i had a black and velvet and a long trail blackberry. they had a lot more craft beers to try, but that was just what i was in the mood for. overall it was a lot better than i expected, and although i wouldn't make a specific trip to the yard house, i would definitely go back again the next time i find myself at legacy place.
(4)Molly W.
Legacy Place pretty much rules, and this is definitely the place to eat if you're there. The wait is long, but whatareyagonnado? We usually end up at the bar. Which is not a bad thing, because if you're going to drink, you can get prompt service! They have outdoor dining on nice days, and we had the pleasure of sitting out there ONCE (there's always a mega wait for that) and you're facing a parking lot, so whatever. Plus, I really like the music they play inside which I normally would probably be a brat about. I LOVE their beer flights (which are always changing), especially because they print out these detail sheets that tell you all about the beer: where it's brewed, what's in it, what it's special qualities are. It's like a wine tasting without having to sit there and nod your head while someone goes blahblahblah. The food is good. The portions are big. There's something for everyone. It's definitely American - the portions are huge. It's a pretty cool crowd - it's a good place to just go relax and drink good beer without having to deal with the Boston parking situation. Yes. That's huge. PARKING. Plenty of FREE PARKING! Yaaayyyy!!!! So yeah! I like this place. It's making me want to go there just writing about it!
(4)Max L.
The yard seems to be losing it. Went there last Sunday. Our drinks were good (Jack's Melon!), appetizer was excellent (fire cracker ribs), entree was not. Now let me tell you, it was the southern fried chicken breast. It was golden brown, and the chicken was not dry... But it was BLAND! No flavor whatsoever. I put so much salt on that thing, it was absurd, what happened guys?? Disappointed. I am hitting the Met next time I'm in Legacy Place.
(3)Thuy T.
Went here for the first time because a friend wanted to try it. they have a lot of choices for beer but i'm not really a drinker so i ask the waiter what he would recommend and he gave a suggesting that was just nasty. The waiter seem to not care about us and just wanted to get us in and out. the service was very slow both when getting a seat and being served. i called a head of time and ask for a seating for 6 and they said that they can do it but when i got there, the people seating us was just rude and made us wait a while for our table. Also i couldn't tell what type of restaurant this was because they had a lil bit of everything so maybe this is a plus for some ppl but it wasn't a plus for me because the food wasn't that great. i ordered american food, and my friends order korean and japanese food and we all said the same thing that the food wasn't that great.
(2)Matt G.
Went for lunch and sat outside. Great table perfect day for Al Fresco dining, until our server arrived. She forgot our app and by the time it arrived our lunch was soon to follow. I hate when this happens especially when you order the app before your meal. Then asked twice for a refill. I understand servers prefer to go to the bar for alcohol but they serve soda and it was 2:00 pm. The food was good, little overpriced in my mind but I learned a lesson. In no rush to return.
(2)Vivi L.
We came here on Saturday for an early dinner (around 4:30 pm). As usual, the place was pretty busy but we were able to get seated immediately. Our waitress was pretty good, she came over to check on us immediately. She took our drinks order and came back pretty soon with our beverages. After we put it our food order, it took pretty long for our appetizers to come out. We ordered the sweet potato fries and Korean beef short rib tacos (my favorite) for appetizers. The sweet potato fries were cold. It almost seem that it has been sitting on the kitchen counter for awhile before it got served to us. Our main dish came shortly after our appetizer. I ordered the miso glazed sea bass which is also my favorite dish. I was kind of disappointed that it came with white rice. I usually ordered it with brown rice but this time our waitress didn't ask us if we want brown or white rice and I forgot to tell her. Another thing is our fish was smaller than usual and the dish was just slightly warm. I was kind of disappointed as the place wasn't too packed and our food is usually much better than what we had that day. That's too bad that they couldn't be consistent on their food quality since I do like this place.
(3)Thomas N.
well this was our first visit to legacy place and to the yard house, was very nicely impressed.....great beer selection and a great many on drafts, place was sort of dimly lit and was very packed for a thursday lunch time......i had a couple of different and or new beers , i had the mac and cheese which was great, wife had the grilled cheese sandwich and soup( did we both crave cheese today!?) which was also excellent, also had the small salad which was good....service was very pleasant and informative as we ate at the bar..over all a great experience and would certainly look forward to getting back here...
(4)Lindsey P.
First off, I love this place. The food & beer selection never fail to amaze me. However,every time I've come I've had to wait. My friend and I went on a Friday night -.we got in at 7:55 & gave the lady our name & she told us to come.back.in 30 mins for a pager. We came back a little after 8:30 & there were still no pagers available & the woman said our wait would be about 45 mins. My friend and I went over to the bar,.which was incredibly packed and hard to get to. We each got a beer and chatted for a.bit. Went back over to the desk to check in after 9pm and we were finally.given a.pager. When I checked in this time they said we were one of the next two tables at 9:30 I checked in again and they said there were four tables ahead of us! We were finally seated at around 9:40 after we initially were told our wait would only be 1 hr to 1:15. My friend.and I ordered three courses and were out by.11pm. my biggest complaint is how they seat people. This was the worst time waiting-wise ive had. My friend and I were patient and didn't mind waiting but other patrons were clearly not as patient as we were. I will say, the managers and stafv were very pleasant & apologetic. Our waiter was DRew & he was awesome!!
(3)Alden G.
Busy and popular chain, sports bar. Good place! Had a chicken garlic pasta dish, pretty good. Very large portions.
(2)KMarie G.
I went to the Yard House on Friday, Nov. 10th with 3 friends. We arrived at 4:45 and there was a 45 minute wait. No big deal, it was a Friday night! Anyways, we were seated before the 45 minutes was up, and had Maureen as our waitress. She was all sorts of friendly until my evening went down hill... I ordered the Seared Ahi Tuna Burger. Not complicated, or so I thought... When our food was brought out, I was presented with a TURKEY burger. No. I AM A PESCO-VEGETARIAN. I promptly alerted our waitress of the mixup, and she said she'd put in another order for the correct menu item. A few minutes later, a manager came over to tell us that things were being taken care of. Great! Or so I thought... The clock kept ticking and ticking and we were planning on seeing a movie right after dinner. I sent my food back just before 6PM and by 6:30 my Tuna burger still hadn't been brought out! I asked another manager where my food was. She didn't care. Finally our waitress reappeared, without my food, and she didn't seem to care either, and wasn't one bit apologetic. I do not understand what takes so long to bring out a TUNA Burger??? Did you need to go to Whole Foods and buy more Ahi Tuna? Anyways, as we were leaving, at 6:50 PM, my Ahi Tuna Burger came out in a takeout container. So I basically sat at the Yard House for an ENTIRE HOUR waiting for that place to get my order right. The problem is not that my order was messed up. Things happen. The problem is with how it was handled. Zero apology from the waitress. Zero sense of urgency to correctify the issue. The Yard House does such a great business that they really don't seem to care if they piss off one party. Well, this one party won't be back. And it's a shame too, because I used to like the place.
(1)Shankar D.
Beer: Loved the 'young's double chocolate'. If you like stout beer, definitely try this one.
(4)Brian D.
Saturday night, about 9:30p, Yard House looks A-OK as we stroll across the street from the movie theater at Legacy Place in Dedham. Place is pretty packed, looks like a late 20's - mid 30's sort of suburban meat market + elderly LL Bean shoppers convention. That's OK, I get it. Not a lot of options for shopping for comfort travel clothing and picking up swingers in the burbs these days. Anywhoo, we squeeze into the bar and order beers off the massive yet-not-really-jaw-dropping-awesome beer list. House beers, not that great. Not awful, but not great. About 2 minutes later enter (I shall leave him nameless here) 'GUY' the bar manager. Let me reenact our conversation with 'GUY'. GUY: Hey there, my name is GUY, I'm one of the managers here at the Yard House. Me and Wife: Ok, hi. GUY: I need to ask you to remove that bottle of water from the counter, Ok? Wife: I don't have a bag with me, can I just drink it? GUY: ...I need to ask you to remove that bottle of water from the counter, Ok? Can you put it in your purse? Wife? Right. I don't have a purse with me. It's not even open. (trying to hand bottle to me so I can, I guess, put it my pants pocket?) GUY: That would be awesome. Thanks for coming to the Yard House! (GUY stands there, arms crossed, grinning like he just won the lottery, watches us as we try to figure out what to do with said bottle while we whip out the old Visa. Mind you, we're blushing from embarrassment while all the patrons around us stare at us like we just beat a baby seal to death. Done paying the tab we can get the hell out of there and try to figure out what the hell just happened.) In a NuTsHeLl: Yard House may be just fine, or may suck, either way, I'm in no hurry to go back and be treated to sophomoric, passive aggressive, customer service by some GUY who gets off on being able to make customers leave on a busy night for no good reason at all. Shame on you GUY. Shame. Shame.
(1)Pat S.
A frequent stop of ours. Always decent food, can't beat the beer selection. Was a little disappointed some of the limited edition beers were tapped out, but plenty of other selections to choose from. Good staff. Can be noisy, but mostly due to popularity and crowds - not necessarily a bad thing. Very knowledgeable bar staff about all of the different brews on tap.
(4)Dmitri K.
Choices choices choices. Try their beer sampler, then pick the best of the litter. Fish tacos at the bar with avocado, top notch.
(5)Paul D.
Great beer selection, expansive menu, but has that fake chain atmosphere, and is just way, way to expensive. And forget trying to have a conversation on a Friday night. But if you prefer to eat at a mall, and Olive Garden, Applebees, and Chilis all have a wait, go for it.
(2)Brent C.
Disappointing experience overall. The wife and I stopped by Yardhouse this past weekend for dinner. We were quoted a wait time of 45-55 minutes; when we checked in 45 minutes later to get a pager there were "two people" ahead of us in line - at least 15 minutes later and the pager went off. That timing doesn't quite add up, does it? Also noticed that there seemed to be one person handling the time estimates and pagers for the droves of people coming in...didn't really make much sense with a line of people out the door. We get sat down at a table by the window up front. As we are lead over the table is still being wiped down. After sitting down, we notice the check from the prior guests' was still on the table. Not off to a good start. On to the food and drinks. The beer selection is great and the cocktails are equally as good. No complaints there. With dinner, things started to really go downhill. I ordered the southern fried chicken, my wife ordered the hamburger sliders. After waiting for what seems like ages - we ask the waiter where our food is. "Sorry, the kitchen is really backed up right now" we are told. Backed up kitchen on a Saturday night? The one time when a restaurant would be consistently busy each and every week, without fail? Our food finally comes out, the wife's burgers are nice and hot but my fried chicken is ice cold (so cold, in fact, that the cream sauce surrounding it and the mashed potatoes was congealed...gross). I send the chicken back and the manager comes over to apologize (I give points for the manager checking in so quickly), and he got me another beer on the house after I accidentally spilled the one I was drinking with about 1/4 left. The chicken comes back out about 10 minutes later and was awesome. On the negative side though, my wife had to finish her sliders in that time as they were getting cold. So much for getting to enjoy our dinner together! Now, the kicker. The wife and I finish our meal and out comes the check. The check had my fried chicken entree on it twice! The waiter comes back, apologizes, and takes one of them off. With this many mishaps in one meal I was a bit surprised for even one fried chicken entree to be on that check. Overall, two stars because when the food is done correctly it's very good. Drink selection is also very good. Loss of three stars though due to poor handling overall of a very disappointing dinner. The experience here just does not line up with the premium price they charge for everything. Interestingly enough, every time I have come here for lunch it has been great. For a place that seems to be consistently busy at dinner time, they just do not seem to have their act together.
(2)Mark S.
I love this place. Endless selection of beers, great lunch menu, huge TV's, what more could you ask for in a brand new mall area. This place is awesome for groups, or even just to grab a quick drink and appetizer with a friend. I had the Sam Adam Chocolate Cherry Boch with some burger and fries. The beer was great.
(5)Josie G.
I had a great time at the Yard House for a friend's bachelorette dinner. We kept it low-key, no frooffy tiaras or sashes, but just a group of girls enjoying each other's company :) Happy Bridal Shower Kimi! The food was great, I got the jambalaya, others got the lettuce wraps, the sashimi salad, the turkey burger and everyone seemed happy with their food. I loved my mojito! The waiter we had was quick and efficient, as well as friendly. The only thing that was slightly weird was the cocktail waitress trying to serve in the very crowded front. Lots of people were waiting for seats, but it would have been easier to just go to the bar rather than have this lady squeezing around people at the door.
(4)Anthony R.
I've been by Yard House a bunch of times and also have a friend that's a waitor here, but never went for a meal until yesterday. To be honest I really expected a lot more... maybe it was because I saw them on Phantom Gourmet (pure coincidence) only a couple hours before I visited or maybe it's because I recently had a blast getting drinks at the new Fenway location. Like 3 stars mean, I think it's A-OK and with a few fixes I might be pushing it up a star in the future. First off I want to say that my waitor was a really great guy. He was friendly, talkative, and went above and beyond to make my table happy. Unfortunately, my table was right next to a waitor "station" area where the staff congregated to grab water pitchers or other stuff (my back was turned) which was also a meeting place or centralized location for everyone to bitch about customers or each other (i.e. one older waitress kept coming to this station and screaming "Are you kiddin' me!? Sons a-b*tches..." or another would make a passive aggressive comment about guests). I bet the staff's complaints were completely founded, but they should be a little more cognizant of their surroundings since my party was 2 feet away and listening... most things I found funny and laughed at, but other things were a little uncomfortable. Another unfortunate situation is that the outside wasn't open on a 70 degree day. Obviously many restaurants wouldn't think about their patios in March but we've had plenty of warm days and the forcast has been great, so why not quickly set up some tables and open up the place? It was dark and shuttered in when it could have been more open and enjoyable. Missed opportunity. The food. It was good. I had a crab cake sandwich and it wasn't bad. The avocado on top was the best part and the onion rings were good. The beer. Obviously a ton of options separated into categories/I was in heaven! I ordered the house honey and they came back with my friends' drinks and said they needed to change the keg for mine. 10 minutes later they say they are out of it completely and to pick something else = sadness. My friend ordered beer in a "goblet" two different times and the waitor brought him pints = sadness. Maybe it was just an off-day. I'll try them again at some point.
(3)Ken L.
Great food and great service! The happy hour prices During Monday night football are the best! Great IPA selection and music!
(4)Alee G.
... I went here again and this time I ordered the truffle fries. DEE-LISH!!
(5)H T.
Nice place to enjoy a beer and watch a sports game with friends. Food is better than your typical bar. Lots of options for beer on tap. It gets loud and busy. Younger crowd than the one in Lynnefield.
(3)Lindsay M.
Every time I come here I never know what to get - no worries - everything is amazingly delicious! Prices are pretty reasonable considering they give you so much food you always have leftovers. GREAT beer selection
(5)JAZON L.
Don't let the name deceive you. Its not all about the beer. They have great burgers and salads as well. I bring my groups of guys to watch the game, but families are great as well. They have a decent kids menu and my kids love the caesar salad. Personal recommendations - go for the BURGERS. Their buns are not big, bulky buns to hide the meat; but rather thin and the meat is the presentation.
(4)Rob T.
So I had decided that I wasn't going to review chains but tonight Yard House really did a great job and so I wanted to post about it. The 5 is for service. We go here from time to time, the food is very good and reliable and the beer selection keeps it interesting. I'm not going to review the food because it is as I said very good consistent with all Yard Houses. Tonight my wife got 2/3 through her salad and found a hair at the bottom. We're very understanding people, shit happens, we understand. So we mentioned it to the waitress who was profusely apologetic and took it away, offering to replace it. My wife had lost her appetite though so we just said no thanks. So at this point we're just hoping that she does the right thing and takes the salad off of the bill. Within about 45 seconds though the manager is at our table also apologizing profusely and offering to take the salad off as well as our appetizers. After he adjusted the bill he stopped by again to apologize and the waitress did the same again every time she passed by. They knocked more than $25 off our bill, cutting it by 1/3. (we tipped on the original bill BTW) This is how restaurant service should be. Some might say they should have comp'd the whole meal but I'm not that way. I would have been happy with an apology from the waitress and removal of the salad price. We got much more than that which guarantees that we'll return. It's great to know that someone still understands great customer service.
(5)Vivian C.
If you head out here on a Saturday night, be prepared for a very long wait. At 7pm, we were told it would be a 45 min - 1 hour wait... we ended up waiting much longer than that. And we had kids in our party, kids that are normally in bed by the time we were seated at our long booth. Fortunately, our server was understanding and patiently waited for us to put in our food orders at the same time that she took our drink orders. The organic tomato bisque was yummy creamy, and a decent portion for the +$2.95 price to add it to my turkey burger $10.75, which was verbally described as being similar to a meatloaf. My burger was in fact moist, tasty, messy, good. The fries, slim, crispy. They have a children's menu for those aged 12 and under that has 8 options that include a drink, a choice of sides, and dessert of either an Edy's strawberry bar or a vanilla ice cream with hot fudge. The fried fish arrived 2 pieces to an order, while the chicken strips were 4 flavorful strips to an order. When we left, one of the hostesses thanked us for our patience. That was thoughtful of her.
(3)Dave K.
Another fine meal here. Chicken nachos were good and worth doing again. Nothing really special but what do you expect with nachos. Seared Ahi was excellent. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Accompanied with brown rice and grilled asparagus. Will be my choice here from now on.
(4)lizzie b.
Well, it was one of my last dates with my boyfriend... but I still have fond memories of this meal, so that says a lot!!! I loved the honey ale on tap... amazing selection. My favorite is the turkey burger with garlic aioli. It's very very juicy and served on yummy bread. It's a large serving and reasonably priced. I enjoyed the french fries although they are kind of salty. At the end of the day, I didn't feel so guilty about eating the meal, and it was fresh and delicious. I'm not sure I'd ever order anything else! Can't wait for it to come to Fenway!!!
(5)James F.
Waited a long time, but ultimately had a good meal and some nice beer. I had heard about the Yard House first on a trip to the West Coast. Heard about the theme and planned to stop in, then nixed that idea when i found out it was a chain and they had just opened one in Dedham. So i jumped at the chance to accompany three friends there when the opportunity presented itself. I arrived about 15 minutes after my compatriots had put their name in, and we still waited a good 30-40 after that. Mind you this was not a Friday/Saturday. Good for them - if they can do that kind of business on a weeknight. All parties at the table seemed to enjoy their food, except for one diner (who shall remain anonymous) that had some issues with undercooking. The table discussed at length whether that type of cooking was actually suitable given how they had ordered the burger - the result was a split decision - 2:2. No one else at the table experienced any undercooking issues. Beer list comes as advertised - extensive - tried a few new things and got someone hooked on Youngs Double Chocolate Stout. Certainly worth the wait.
(4)Shannon H.
Went there for dinner with a girlfriend. We both got burgers. They were both cooked how we asked! The service was good but we kept having different people come to our table instead of just our waitress. It was a little annoying to keep having different staff introduce themselves and ask us questions while we were trying to talk and catch up. Also things were removed from the table a little to quick.... "can i take that out of your way or did you want the last few bites?". Overall it was ok. Parking was hard to find. The bill was $37 before tip for two burgers, a side salad, a soda and a beer.
(3)Larry F.
Menu good. Service good. Drink selection good. My guest and I both got food poisoning. Never good.
(1)Laura L.
Meet there with some friends after a 2 year hiatus from Boston. They like the place, and I liked it too, nice atmosphere the staff was very friendly and attentive, I like the food choices, next time I am back in town I'll definitively visit Yard House.
(4)Pardees S.
I came here with my college friends and two of their parents. We waited 2 hours for a table (yikes) so we were starving when they finally seated us. We ordered drinks and took about 20 minutes for the waitress to bring our drinks to us. When she finally came back we immediately ordered appetizers and dinner for fear of being forgotten about again. The appetizers were really good but we weren't sure if it was because we were hungry. We were willing to overlook the wait for the drinks when dinner came. All our meals were cold like they were sitting around for a while. We complained and got all new dishes that miraculously came out a mere 10 minutes after we sent them back. The managers tried comped us our dinner but overall I am not impressed with the way this restaurant is run. Next time I'll be sure to check out another spot.
(2)Andrea Z.
Went here by myself as I was in town for work. Got a two top right away even though it was about 6:00 on a Friday night. The place is huge, dark (just enough) and cool. The bar speaks for itself. 130 tap beers! Holy crap! What's not to like? I had a salad and the sliders. Pleasantly surprised that I snuck in before the happy hour ended at 6pm. Got 4 sliders and an entree amount of fries for 6.75. Sweet! Sliders were good sized and gooey, greasy goodness. The salad was average but it was just a house side salad - I wasn't looking for anything fancy. Unlike one other reviewer, I didn't get the impression that they were 'blasting classic rock'. I had a phone convo with my sister while waiting for my beer and I could hear her fine. Come on. Classic rock is their thing. It says it on the door of the place for chrissakes. You can't fault them for it. Also, pretty much everyone who says playing classic rock at a bar is lame - you know you're tapping your toe and singing along in your head. Just sayin. PS. They'll take a reservation if you have a party over 10. Says so on the table card thingy. Overall was very pleased with the experience. Check it out - especially if you're a beer snob.
(4)Todd S.
Cannot wait for their Lynnfield location to open! Great selection of food and beer.
(5)Debbie C.
I had lunch at the Yard House once and as I recall it was pretty good (burger, I think). Since then I haven't been able to get near the place. It's always mobbed. But last night I went there with coworkers for the half price apps and drinks and I probably won't be coming back soon. The chicken lettuce wraps consisted of a centerpiece of deep fried tortilla (it's a lettuce wrap! it's Asian) filled with what might be called chicken crumbles. There were 6 leaves of Boston lettuce and 3 sauces. That's all. The sauces were good. The chicken crumbles were, well, crummy. We ordered the California roll and were expecting about 6 bite-sized California rolls, but no, it was one giant (4" diameter) California wheel which was 90% rice, had a fishy tasting reddish substance somewhere near the middle and a few avocado slices on top. There was a soyish sauce and pickled ginger on the plate. It was gross. But then came the crab cakes, two nice sized cakes of crab accompanied by a fruity salsa (mango?). They were crispy. I couldn't see any crab, I couldn't taste any crab. The sauce was ok. The nachos - dry as dust and hardly any cheese. The eggrolls were limp and tasted like they had old beef stew in them. The buffalo wings were breaded, I think, or floured and pretty dreadful. In addition, our waiter, did this sort of thing. One person ordered the chicken strips. The waiter said, "The buffalo wings?" And the customer, a non-English speaker said, "ok". Then he couldn't eat them. Another person ordered a glass of the house chardonnay. The waiter said, "The Salmon Creek?" She answered, "If that's the house." and got what she wanted. There seemed to be a desire to steer you toward different choices. And by that time we were screaming to be heard above the roar of the crowd. I wanted to stand on a chair and scream, "What are all you crazy people doing here? The food is horrible!" I know that people come here for the beer. I like beer. I'll take fewer choices, better food.
(2)Tim D.
I like beer. Lets not beat around the bush, beer is delicious. When a place opened up right down the road from me that had a whole heck of a lot of it, I was excited. The Yardhouse has so many things about it to like, and they don't do any of them well. I have gone three times now to try and give it a fair shot. Two out of three of these visits have been outright disasters. On our first visit, my wife and I sat at the bar. It took roughly fifteen minutes for the bartender to acknowledge us, and another 10 minutes after that to take a drink order. 30 minutes after that, we were able to place our orders for food, I ordered the fish and chips, my wife a simple burger. While waiting for our food to come out, I needed a refill of my frosty adult beverage. As the bartender was placing the drink on the bar, she knocked over my wife's half finished beer into her lap. Accidents happen, not a problem,. She was very apologetic and hurried to get a new beer. Which she only filled halfway. With the wrong beer. After pointing this out, she hurried back to the taps to get the right beer, which she again only filled halfway. The food came out, and we began our meal. My wife took a bite out of her burger to find it not rare, but raw in the middle. My fish and chips must have been sitting in the window for a long time as it was cold and soggy, and the fries were like icicles. Thankfully, a manager comped our meal and we were able to cut and run. This last time, just a few days ago, we were hoping that they had outgrown these problems. Sadly not. I received the wrong meal and they poured me the wrong beer two time in a row. Like I said, there is so much to want to like about a place like this. It is just too big for it's own good. Underwhelming, overpriced food and a staff that either doesn't care or receives grossly inadequate training.
(1)Mark J.
This place was pretty crowded when we went. We ended up waiting a bit longer than the predicted time, but the host apologized when we were seated. The beer list is pretty extensive and you can get pretty much anything you're looking for. The food is pretty basic, nothing over the top. The waitress we had was very friendly and helpful.
(4)Eric P.
Really enjoyed this place! Huge beer selection as pointed out by everyone. Martinis, mixed drinks, mixed beers. Giant (half) yards of goodness. I also went with great company so maybe I'm biased. I guess I could of been in an alley way, half naked and homeless shooting up and i'de still give it 4 stars. No but really, the waitress was nice! The hostesses were great! Only down sides, no blue cheese olives, no small little dish for soy sauce (came on a giant dish randomly). And it would be nice having maybe prices listed on the menus, or alch percentages. Free parking though! And just a great meeting place if you're in the Legacy Place area! And the sushi was delish!
(4)Beth P.
This place is very busy during peak times, so expect a wait. There are tons of beers on tap and lots of local beers too. I like how they have vegetarian options on the menu too.
(4)Michele B.
We went again and the service and food this time were actually much better. The waitress wasn't scary and they have Hawaiian poke salad on the menu. Now it's not like Hawaiian poke in that it is more layered than mixed in. I think this might be to give people with nut allergies one last shot at seeing those macadamia nuts before tucking in. It really was quite good, though. More of a 3 1/2 star. Very LOUD.
(4)Cassie H.
I'd give Yard House 3.5 stars, but I'll round up in their favor. My husband really enjoys eating here because of their wide variety of beers on tap. Both of us are fans of the grilled swordfish tacos (they're about the size of the palm of your hand), which are tasty and spicy. However, since I'm preggers, I've had to put aside my favorite swordfish tacos here and try other things. I have to say that although their menu is extensive, nothing else seems to catch my fancy. Their fish and chips are forgettable. Salads are huge but leave something to be desired. Their other tacos (like carne asada) just don't pack the same punch. This place is always busy on weekend afternoons, and I can only imagine what it's like on evenings (we avoid it for that same reason).
(4)Mike B.
This place is amazing! I think they have over 100 or so microbrews and the ambience is great along with the food and service. My only nit here is that the place is so popular that you can expect to wait at least 35-45 minutes during peak dining times. They share the huge parking lot with other businesses, but you can usually find a spot if you have a little patience and a wife who can find cars exiting as you drive around...lol.
(4)Tulan K.
Absolutely awesome place to go to for a nice classy upscale bar and grill kinda place. Great food very tasty and great portions too. Price is a bit expensive but the food is great and so is the place. WE had it the first time in VA and the now went to the boston location on it first weekend which was st patricks day nad it was a lot of people but the wait for not too bad and we got food served with drinks without much delay . Great service and the waitress and hostess are really hot too ;-) LOL GO THERE RIGHT NOW
(5)Jennifer N.
OK, true confession. I love it here. Yard House is spot on, and I am not the only one who thinks so given they had an hour wait on a Sunday. First of all, their call ahead is the real deal. Call ahead is the same as if you checked in in person, and you just move on up the list. When we arrived, we were next on the list, perfect timing! They have so many beers. The bar is huge and it's fun to look at all of the different taps. You name a beer you want to try on draft, I bet they have it. Started with the nachos- which were delicious. I loved the red and green enchilada sauce drizzle; I have had my share of nachos in life and this was the first I had seen this touch. Also, they are served a long plate as opposed to a huge pile, to maximize the toppings per chip, and of course, cheese. Friend had the Bearnaise sliders, which he raves about of course. I had the grilled cheese and organic tomato soup. The cheese was so good (it was a combination of a few fancy cheeses that I cannot remember now) and the soup was more of a creamy tomato, perfect for dipping. I wish had room for dessert, they had a bunch of small bite options and the peach apple cobbler looked good. Will be back. This week.
(4)Rob C.
I drove by one of these out in Colorado a few weeks ago and could tell somehow that by 'Yard House' they meant a yard of beer. So i perked up when finding that they opened one in the monster shopping complex in Dedham, as it would be a fine place to meet my parents for dinner. And drink some beer. They boast something like the country's largest beer selection; tough to tell if they beat Sunset's 130, but it is surely nothing to sneeze at. On a Thursday night, it was in the process of going from busy to extremely busy at around 6:30, but it was one of those nights where it was just pleasant enough to sit outside, where a majority of people were not hardy enough to venture. Thus, no wait. We've just gotten the hang of heating the outdoors in New England, and wasteful though it may be, i am in favor. The service was a bit slow. After taking a little more time with the menu, it became a lot more time. The beers were a bit tardy, too. i'm willing to attribute it to newness/busy-ness for now; the service was perfectly adequate other than that. It is a bit on the spendy side, with $16 plates of macaroni and cheese, but these are in fact quite tasty. It's a very pleasant place to sit and drink and eat outside, and inside there were some truly enormous-looking booths that would probably be great for groups. It's distinctly un-Boston, in that the outside view of the "lifestyle center" outdoor shopping mall really feels like California or some other place known for freshly extruded suburban establishments, but it's hard to argue with beer. Beer is always right in the end. It's also almost certainly a perfect place to go get hammered before seeing a bad movie ("hot tub time machine", i'm looking at you...). One thing that did strike me as odd, given its size, was a pretty small men's room; two urinals, two stalls. Given the size of the place and the fact that it's a purveyor of beer, this seems inadequate. Anyway, it is a foregone conclusion that i'll be back.
(4)Kathy Y.
Now - I am reviewing THIS location as opposed to the Fenway location, which I have yet to go back to. We ended up coming here late Monday night after we went out. So it just so happened it was happy hour when we arrived. Which was great for us since there were specials. So we ended up ordering a few appertizers off the half priced menu and we all got an order of sliders. 1) Shitake Garlic Noodles - these were a little too buttery 2) Onion Ring Tower - this was crispy, really good 3) Hawaiin Poke Stack - marinated raw ahi with crispy wontons, carrots, bean sprouts, avocado, wasabi soy sauce (this was pretty good) We all got a variation of sliders - which was more than enough that we all had to take half of it home. I had the Pastrami Sliders - these were pretty good. The fries were really good. I recommend going here during happy hour, more worth it for your money.
(3)Sheila B.
Happy hour 3-6 ! Can't beat the wife variety of apps from wings, fries, tenders and garlic noodles for half price. Get a patio seat before 6pm dinner crowd !
(4)Joanna C.
1/2 priced apps and sides during their happy hour - 4pm - 6pm! Went with the boy and a few of his coworkers - I was in a light beer kinda mood, and our super awesome server suggested the Kronenbourg 1664 for me - which was honestly, DELICIOUS. My new beer of choice! You gotta love a place that feels comfortable enough to suggest new beers for a patron. The apps were also really good - my Hawaiian Poke was awesome, as was the boyfriend's onion ring tower. Got super angry (on our server's behalf) due to a blonde biotch who treated the waitstaff like crap and sat there with the most awful expression on her face the entire time she was there. She needed a good punch in the adam's apple. I was a few drinks in and almost got up to educate her on good manners, but proceeded to just talk oodles of crap about her with all of the waitstaff. She suuuuuuuuuuucked. All in all - would definitely come here again! And you, girl who was way too big for your rhinestone studded sweatpants, please just stop projecting your misery to the world. And please don't ever act like you're better than someone else just because they're serving you the $4 half priced burger you ordered. Get over yourself.
(3)Mimi H.
I saw this place on the phantom gourmet and i was like "holy crap! I wanna go there!" and then, by some act of God, I somehow ended up there later that night. True Story. The food is so yummy! I am all about their french fries! How do they cut them so thin!? I got a burger and it was better than average but I have had better. My friend got the Mac n' Cheese and it looked so good! I'm getting that next time! And the onion ring tower is also amazing. They have Tapas!! Oh and like every beer ever... There is always a wait... but usually it isn't long.
(4)George J.
If the truffle fries weren't so good I'd give this place 2 stars. The food is average at best. If it comes out warm on a busy Sat night you're lucky. The beer selection is great but the service is not.
(3)Tom H.
Yeah its loud but it is a brew pub filled to the brim. A great selection of beers in tap. Had the clam chowder and fish tacos. Tacos were excellent. Chowder needs some work as it is thickened with flour and was a little pasty. I would go back when in area
(4)Robert H.
These reviews should be folded into the ones for Yard House / Bar, since they refer to the same establishment, and this heading closed.
(4)Allan S.
I think they said they had over a hundred beers on tap. Need I say more? The food was delicious, they offer far more than bar food, and the staff friendly. We've gone back several times since and will continue to do so.
(5)Emma W.
So I really like this place, primarily for their beer selection, which has been covered already in reviews. The food is also great, and I certainly appreciate all the vegetarian options- it's nice to be able to go to a bar and not just have to get mozzarella sticks! I've found the service to be pretty good (also I've had the same server, Grant, a couple times and he's AWESOME. He's clearly a beer-ophile and always seems happy to spend a couple extra minutes talking about his current favorites and describing all the options.). The only negatives are the wait- unless you get there super early or super late you're going to get a wait of like an hour or more. Crazy! No reservations also.
(5)Nicole R.
I wish I would've known about this place awhile ago, the food and the service was EXCELLENT! ATMOSPHERE: My boyfriend and I went Sat. afternoon, it seemed pretty crowed, but to our surprise we were sat immediately. They have an outdoor patio, but we opted to sit inside. The atmosphere is laid back and casual. Our eating area and surrounding area was very clean. The restaurant is filled with plenty of big screen televisions, making it the perfect place to watch the games, not to mention, the enormous beer selection. SERVICE As soon as we hit the entrance door, we were greeted by the hostess. Within 5 minutes of being seated, John, our waiter, came over. He asked if we had ever been to the Yard House, we told him no and asked what he would recommend, which he replied "honestly, everything anything on menu is good." In my mind, I'm thinking, I'll be the judge of that. John was a great waiter and took care of us, by checking in periodically to make sure we didn't need anything and if we were alright. FOOD One word: SUPERB! For an appetizer we had the coconut shrimp, which were out of this world!! They weren't your ordinary little shrimp, there were 3 JUMBO shrimp, coated and fried to perfection. My boyfriend had the spicy chicken sandwich (which the waiter said was good) with sweet potato fries. I didn't try his sandwich, but the way he was raving about it, I'm guessing it was good. The sweet potato fries were good-crispy and NOT greasy. I wish I had been more adventurous with the meal I had chosen, but I settled on a cheeseburger-well done. Most places tend to burn your burger when you say well done, my burger was grilled just the right-no pink, not burned, but still juicy! ENDING RESULT I'll definitely be visiting this restaurant again. I just might have to take John up on his offer and keep on coming back til I've tried everything on the menu!
(5)Carolyn L.
I normally shy away from chains but I liked the Yard House. For one, they play classic/alternative rock, which is a nice changing from top 40. AKA I don't have Katy Perry blasting in my eardrums. I also like that the restaurant wasn't too crazy compared to many other bar restaurants (then again, it was a Sunday night in Dedham). The food was also surprisingly good. My burger was well-cooked and the fries were crisp, not swimming around in grease. My boyfriend's salmon was also well-made, not dry like many other non-seafood restaurants. For American food, Yard House isn't bad at all. The main downside was that service was super slow. It took 20 minutes for a server to take our orders, over 40 for our food to come, and 20 for our bill. It was fine because we were a large group and able to keep the conversation going (there were also giant HD flat screen TVs in front of us too), but since it was a Sunday night, nobody could stay out too late. We left around 10:30 pm after being there for about 3 or so hours. Overall good place to go if you're in the area in search for some decent American food. The ambiance is pleasant. It would be great if the service was a bit speedier but no complaints otherwise.
(4)Ryan D.
I have to update the Yard House to 5 stars. The manager there just recently comp'd our lunch for waiting for just about 25-30 minutes for our lunch. I think it was just a brain fart by the server on picking up our food and it didn't even seem that long. My tip of the hat goes out to that manager for recognizing that small error and really outdoing himself by taking the entire bill. Class act by a classy restaurant.
(5)Marikym T.
Awesome! I have been here a few times, and I can't wait to go back! Sitting outside is fun during the warmer seasons, and if you happen to be there during Happy Hour, well even better! Love the half-priced menu! Interestingly enough, my favorite is the sushi roll. Sounds kinda crazy to be raving about what sounds like something that could or should only be served at a Japanese restaurant, right?! But it's so different than what I would ever expect a "sushi roll" to be! Fusion definitely at its finest! Thanks to one of my bestie's, Liz, I am a huge fan of this dish! Make sure to order the sauces on the side if you want to control those calories;) Although I rave about the sushi roll, if you are more in the mood for a bit of Americana, try sampling the pastrami sliders! Huge portions and it's simply "Mmmmmm..." Totally a solid entree! For dessert, I was suggested the brownie a la mode. It definitely satisfies the sweet chocolate tooth and is a portion that really should be suggested for two! However, on my subsequent visits, I have much preferred the macadamia nut cheesecake. Round that out with a cappuccino, and well... fabolicious! P.S. Two Words: STRAWBERRY MOJITO...
(5)Key L.
Ate here with my niece while waiting for our movie to start. The place was packed at 5:00 on Saturday evening. We had about a 20 minute wait which was fine since we had an hour and a half to kill. The restaurant itself was pretty big--they had huge booths and the bar was really big. Despite being a "bar" there were tons of families with small children there. Once seated we were greeted by an awesome waitress Renee who gave us suggestions on food and beer. Since there were so many beers to choose from we HAD to have a beer even tho we are not huge beer fans. I ordered the Pepper gorgonzola burger with spinach and carmelized onions---so so good! I opted for onion rings instead of fries. The onion rings were good, nothing u cant get anywhere else. The suggested beer was very good. Our food came out rather quickly. The portions were perfect--not too little and not too big. The prices were decent as well. I will definitely be back to try some of the other items on the menu. There were a lot of things that caught my eye on the menu. I also want to try the different beers.
(4)Robert M.
Yard House has an awesome atmosphere and is a great place to come after a long day at work. Everyone is super friendly, and the selection of beer is outstanding. I love a good beer, and every time I come, they always recommend something new. Highly recommend trying this place out. P.S I don't usually eat here much (usually just grab a beer), but the few times i have, the food has been really tasty.
(5)K R.
I was expecting this to be a so-so experience since it is a pretty big place and a chain restaurant. It was really good and the staff was great! We were sat outside and it abruptly began to rain so we moved inside. The staff momentarily lost us and our order (understandably) and once they realized what happened they were really apologetic. We hadn't really notice anything was amiss but it was a nice gesture. I have also gone for happy hour and loved their specials. I would definitely go back again.
(4)KAREN A.
So I went here with family for father day, of course there was a wait, but that was expected. The good thing about this place is while you wait you can shop around the many different stores Legacy Place has to offer. Its NOISY, so dont go there expecting a romantic dinner with your significant other. Its perfect for family or groups, or whatever...We sat near next to the kitchen, which i liked because you can hear all the commotion of the cooks going on. I'm not a drinker especially not a beer drinker either, but the bar looked way cool! and ive also heard from friends that thier drinks are good. The food was great! Everyones food was great actually....the service was superb and i def will go back again...most likely tonight lol A+ great customer service, great food and great ambiance :)
(5)Jean F.
The wait can be a pain and parking seriously should be an olympic sport but they have a big menu, good food and tons of beers on tap. Love meeting friends from the city here.
(4)Emily S.
This place is more than just a pub. I've been here twice now and the food was excellent both times. There are some great options on the menu! The wine was good and the beer list looked good too if that's more your thing. My friend has some allergy concerns and the chefs were very helpful in accommodating his diet. The Yard House is insanely busy weekend nights so prepare for a wait or make reservations. Despite the craziness the service was pretty decent both times. My only complaint is that it can be pretty loud and hard to hear the person next to you.
(4)Bonnie L.
As many people have said on here yard house is not for the food! They have a great selection for beer but the food is nothing special! Some of our friends really wanted to go here on a Saturday night so my boyfriend and I agreed (knowing the wait would be ridiculous!) the wait was an hour but we probably waited close to 2... After 2 hours the service was average and my food was not tasty... place is definitely not worth a 2 hour wait....
(3)Melinda R.
My co-workers and I went to this place while we were in town on Business. It's a loud fun type of place. The first time we just went for beer and wine. Shout out to the wait staff!! The first night we had Renee. She was awesome! Prompt, attentive and fun to talk to. The second time we went we had Paul. Nice guy, prompt and attentive and nice to look at. ;-) They had various sports broadcasts playing and it was a lively and crowded spot for a Monday night. When the wait was too long at another spot, my co-workers and I decided to just go back to the Yard House and have appetizers and drinks. There were 8 of us and after about a 30 minute wait we were seated comfortably in a very large booth. The appetizers were really good! We got: Sliders: just enough to get your burger fix! Really good! Moo Shu egg rolls: very good and the plum sauce to dip them was excellent Grilled Sweet Korean BBQ Beef: OMG!! This dish was delicious!! We ordered two of them! Grilled Artichoke: Meh. I wouldn't recommend that. The house fried potato chips were good though. Spicy Tuna roll: Ok, so you get one big roll! Not like normal sushi. Which made it a tad difficult to share, but still good. Fried Calamari: Delicious! The spicy tomato sauce was really good! I'd go back if I'm in town again. It's a laid back type of atmosphere when you just need to decompress from work.
(4)Len G.
Yard House is known for the variety of beer, and of course the yard they serve them in. What they should also be known is for their great food. We've been there several times now and each time I order something different and it's great. One of my favorite dishes is their roast beef sandwich with au jus. they give you plenty of au jus for dipping and the sandwich has a rich beefy flavor. It's making me hungry thinking about it. Prices are reasonable, tables are comfortable, the place is packed and rightfully so. The only thing is that it gets loud with so many people, but you're in a bar/restaurant.. it's suppose to be that way.
(5)Yvette S.
Great Food my favs include: Chicken Avocado Sandwich, Coconut Shrimp, Chicken Tortilla Soup, chocolate soufflé, Sliders we go for the atmosphere always loud music and full bar ( DONT FORGET YOU I.D no matter how many time you have been no ID no drinks for you) by the way the drinks are really good. 1/2 PRICE APPETIZERS MOST DAYS AFTER 10PM EXCEPT FRI AND SAT can u tell i come here ever week....lmao
(5)Charmie S.
I can only comment on the bar service. Strolled in here on a Saturday night after a movie. Excellent decision. My friend and I ordered two Woodchuck Hard Ciders and it came to $13. Good deal. The bartender, Dan, was very nice and very attentive. Had those ciders there in minutes. The vibe here is happening .. big crowd. Can't wait to return to try the food!
(4)becky c.
I went to this place with a large group on a busy Saturday night. I was super impressed with how quickly they got us in. We maybe had to wait 15 minutes but they were constantly seating people. The place is huge and pretty nice. The beer selection is incredible and so is the menu. It is a very large, very diverse menu. I am vegan, but I was with five carnivores, and we were all satisfied. They actually have an entire Gardein section of the menu. This section has a bunch of options, and while some have cheese, the majority are vegan or can be made vegan. This is a great place to go if you are vegan but want to go some place that your regular meat eating friends will like.
(5)Mike S.
The food was good the beer was great and service was perfect. Love the huge selection of seasonal beers.
(4)soylinduh O.
Last Friday was the second time I had tried to get a table at this new bar/restaurant. You should try to come early because not only is Legacy Place "the" place for all age groups but Yard House is also a brand new restaurant. Apparently Yard House restaurants are pretty popular on the West Coast but are just now gracing us with their presence. This fantastic place has 160 beers for its patrons to choose from. You can even try Sam Adam's Brick Red ale which until very recently was not sold outside the brewery! Not feeling up to a whole pint of beer? You can try a sampling of 3-5 different beers between 3oz and 5oz. One big pointer, if you are at the restaurant before 6pm you should take advantage of the Happy Hour special prices! There is also one other thing that I personally think is a must, and that is their freshly baked brownie which comes with a choice of vanilla, mint chip or caramel ice cream. Share this delectable dessert between two and you are sure to leave with a happy and full belly! Until the next review!
(5)J B.
We enjoy dining at The Yard House. It is not our favorite, but we have had several enjoyable meals there. There is always a crazy long wait and that is so annoying especially considering how large the place is!
(4)Jim C.
This place is pretty cool. Large selection of nice brews as well as an extensive food menu. I personally do not like too many food options (too much going on and hard to choose!) but it works out well for a large group with different tastes. The booths are nice and big probably could fit up to 4 or 5 people a side. Another thing I enjoyed was being able to look in at all the kegs - pretty cool. One draw back I would have to say is that it is a bit pricey at $6.75 a pint. Check it out!
(4)Food L.
Love this Place the atmosphere the food the service home run for me. And the spinach dip is the best around
(5)Lilly S.
I'm pretty surprise to see that so many people don't like this place! First of all, that draft list! Amazing! So many great choices and at mostly good prices. A nice, big bar with friendly bartenders, too! The menu is also HUGE! Everything you could be in the mood for. Burgers, tacos, pizza! Also, if you're a vegetarian, you'll love this place - lots of veggie options plus fake meat! There's a whole section of fake meat dishes! I was blown away! I've been here three times now and have always enjoyed the food. It's not mind blowing, not the best food I have ever eaten but it's well priced and doesn't disappoint. The beer is the main lure of this place to me but the food is definitely a few steps up from bar food so if you want to have some good beers, it's a great choice. Service has also always been great - friendly, attentive servers, even when I came here with huge groups the first two times!
(4)Suzanne G.
I don't know, this isn't my type of place. I'd come back to sit at the bar, but not to wait two hours to eat Chilis-style food. Great beer selection, three stars for that.
(3)Kendalyn T.
Starting off by saying that for a chain restaurant anything you order here you will be pleased. I often get the grilled cheese but need to stay from the ridiculously high sodium-laden meal. The service is always fast and nice (except the bar can get kind of crazy). The reason it doesn't get 5 stars is for their unbelievable wait (we usually expect to wait 1 hr every time) and that it is true with an extensive menu and a chain many items are pre-packages with many preservatives.
(4)Tuli S.
I love this place! I've been here a few times over the last few years and there are a few dishes that I always order. First off, the Yard house is in an excellent location. Legacy place is always full of people and has a lot of other great restaurants/stores. My 1st stop is usually the Legal C bar for a drink or two before dinner. The first time I came here I had an AMAZING waiter. I always think of him every time I come back. Unfortunately he's gone, but I've always had good/great service. I've always ordered the same food here, it's been hard to try new things because I love my regular order so much. For an app--the cobb salad is presented beautifully, and the avocado is plentiful and fresh. Then for the entree, the St. Louis ribs are amazing. The meat is soft and falls right off the bones, so ridiculously delicious. The sides are also amazing. I had never eaten creamed corn (never sounded appetizing) until I came here, and it's so tasty, I wish I could eat it all the time. The ribs also come with beans, and I like all beans, so that's great too. Finally, the mini chocolate souffle..words cannot describe how perfect this tiny little dessert tastes. It takes about 20 minutes for the souffle to cook, and it's worth it. It comes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a (mint?) leaf. Amazing.
(4)Jeff K.
I received, what I thought was an honest reach out to me, an email asking to write the manager to address me concerns. When I did that I was asked for a receipt or for a date and time I was in the restaurant. I felt, and still do, that they were trying harder to prove my Yelp review was real rather than address my concerns. When I told them that and asked that they take their requests and shove them... to an undisclosed location, they denied it but said that wanted to send me a gift certificate to come back on them. Upon further research I have noticed with a review that was mediocre, like mine, they contact the reviewer and offer a freebie to come back and then those reviewers RE REVIEW with better results. Homie don't play that way. My review was real. I go to a place and go back to a place for the experience, not for a freebie to make my reviews stronger in favor. My reviews are real, not bought and I would never write a bogus review.
(3)Claudio D.
Very underwhelming... Not up to par with its Boston counterpart. Diminished menu, substandard service and not priced for Dedham. Go into boston or try something else nearby, they've lost my business
(3)Emily B.
Very fun place with extensive beers on tap. The beers and food are a little pricey and that's the main reason for the 4 stars. If you get a chance, sit at the bar at night, dennis and adam are great bartenders!!! The ahi poke stack is a goid spin on sushi which I highly recommend and I love the house hobey blonde.
(4)ten m.
I'll give it a solid 3.5 stars for good food and the extra .5 point goes to their desire to better my experience after the last review. Service is still slow, but food is fairly reliable and the restaurant provides a younger more interesting ambiance than similar restaurants.
(4)K W.
Yes!!! Great menu... A la carte tacos are great as is garlic noodles for an app. Gets busy so get there before 6pm.
(4)Adrianna R.
I could live off the truffle fries alone. This place is bar food done slightly upscale. It has a great variation in the drinks menu. The majority of the staff is friendly and welcoming. If your into sports you'll be glad to know it doesnt matter where you sit you will be facing a TV with some game on it. It can get loud and is not quite the best place for deep conversation.if you come after 6 especially on the weekend expect to wait for a table
(4)Le T.
They have half off after 10pm! Went here for the first time with my close friends right after my last final of undergrad! Didn't regret that decision!! Food was delish!! Their drinks are amazing balls!
(4)Angela C.
Really disappointed in my take-out experience. When I unpacked my food at my hotel(right around the corner), my sweet potato fries were missing the bacon maple cream dip. Without that, they were just plan fries. Then, I go for the lobster, crab and artichoke dip, which was only lukewarm. I moved on to the burger, which was missing the fries that were promised with the order. In addition, it was overcooked and dry. Bummed that a place so well- recommended could err in so many ways.
(1)Sharon O.
My companion: "Oh... the wait is 1.75 hours. Maybe not." Disappointment! But, when we finally made it in at an off-time (there are no reservations taken), we still had to wait 20 minutes. After we were seated, it was like the world outside didn't exist (well, when we weren't looking at the TVs with the game on). I really, really enjoyed our experience at Yard House. The menu is HUGE, but our waitress took expert care of us; she made great suggestions (miami ice cocktail is completely worth it!) and was really, one of the few waitresses I've ever thought really deserved a very good tip. Besides of course, that she had a lot going on besides just our table! I was pretty curious about was street tacos with korean pork or beef, but decided on playing it safe with a favorite sandwich and fries for my first try. I was also pretty impressed with their gluten-free and vegetarian (gardein) menu choices that I imagine make it easy for groups of friends or families to enjoy a fun night out enjoying together. While I did feel a little dehydrated after our visit, I would love to go back again... obviously since I've already picked out some grub to try next time. Wish they took reservations though!
(4)Rich L.
Yard house never disappoints. Really good fries and solid burgers. The selection of beers are unsurpassed. I would give 5 stars but the wait is extremely long especially during dinner and weekends. I would suggest checking this place out for lunch during the week.
(4)Kelly F.
Update to previous review. Meal was served hot and delicious. Service is excellent as always. Chris our server was especially nice. We haven't been back for happy hour yet to see if that food is also served hot now, but looking forward to it. One star off because this was 3rd time they were out of beer that my bf wanted. I understand they can't have every beer all the time, but it was advertised on digital blackboard so he thought that should at least be updated to reflect available beers. But overall great place, which is exactly why it's always packed
(4)Robert N.
This is a go to place for me and my fiends as well as my wife for a casual dinner out. Great beer selection and atmosphere. Always had good service. I can recommend everything I've tried on the menu. This includes the chicken nachos, assorted street tacos, seared tuna, turkey club and artichoke dip (which is actually artichoke you dip in sauce, rather than dip made of artichoke), but the standouts for me are the firecracker wings and the Cuban sandwich. It is almost always loud and crowded, but I personally like that. If we're coming at night, we stalk the bar and something had always opened up, but it can be a long wait for tables.
(4)Susan L.
When you're told 25 to 30 minute wait you're ok with that especially when you get a couple seats at the bar after 30 minutes But that turns into an hour and 20 minutes and you've checked with the hostess 3 times to see where you're at on the list. We could have eaten twice at the bar. Hostesses were rude. Miranda took care of us. Was very apologetic and sent over Colleen, the waitress. The Manager came by and offered to buy us our drinks and app. We declined although they did pick up the app. Food came out somewhat fast and was good, not great. Hopefully we were the exception for this establishment.
(3)Lauren S.
Yard House *was* my favorite restaurant-bar in the area for the excellent food and drink menu, but the service has ruined my enjoyment of this place. I went to tonight with a group of 7, put in our names, and we were told 30 - 45 minutes. We checked in with them three times over the next hour and a half to see what the wait status was, and they always had a generic answer of "Probably another ten minutes." Between three and five hostesses were handling the front area at all times, and never once did they apologize for taking twice as long as they initially projected. Finally I brought up to them that our group had been waiting an hour and a half. Only then did they realize that they had apparently "already tried calling us." They asked if we had wandered off, which we hadn't. We had been sitting ten feet from them the entire time. One of the three hostesses took five more minutes to look around, and when she came back they acknowledged that they had given our table to another party by accident. Five more minutes to set up a 6-person table for the seven of us. They called a manager over and he acted extremely apologetic, but nothing was comped, nothing was offered. He did make a big fuss out of seating us at a "great table," (we waited another five minutes for a booth on his recommendation,) but that just didn't really fix the initial failure of service. It was hard to be in a good mood after that, and I'm very disappointed. We've also gone there for work functions as the Yard House claims that they welcome large parties, but they absolutely cannot in any way, shape, or form handle big groups. They get very visibly stressed out and confused which makes them a little rude. They don't reserve the tables they promise to reserve, and can't handle what it means to have several car pools arriving to fill a large group (ie, people not necessarily all being there at exactly the same time.) Bleh, this makes me sad. I want to be able to come here and eat some of my favorite foods in the area, but this night was hard to save after that long wait. It's really a shame.
(1)Stephanie M.
Two Words: Truffle Fries!! Me and the hubs had lunch here this past summer and thoroughly enjoyed it. Based on what I had heard before dining here, I thought it was simply just another sports bar type place however, it really is much more. The menu is surprisingly extensive. It was hard making a decision but we both chose sandwiches which were ENORMOUS, fresh, and tasty. The real scene stealer were the truffle fries. OMG these were heavenly! I found myself wanting to lick the paper cone they came in! I like fries as much as the next girl, but I don't crave them...but these..these I find myself thinking about on a regular basis. For an adult beverage, this is a great place to explore as well. I'm not a beer drinker, but I was enticed by their cocktail menu. I will definitely try one in the future. The staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. On a second visit to pick up a gift card, everyone was amazingly friendly. I am looking forward to another visit soon!
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