Grill 23 & Bar

4.8

8673 Reviews

$50 and over

Steak

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 118 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Good for business meals

Brandt family beef, New England seafood, seasonal produce, decadent desserts, a world-class wine list, outstanding service and warm hospitality. A truly American experience. Boston’s top steak and seafood grill for more than 30 years. Consistently named Boston's Best Steakhouse by The Improper Bostonian Magazine and Boston Magazine. A 2000+ bottle wine list that encompasses wines from around the world and is the only Boston recipient of Wine Spectator’s Grand Award.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 542-2255
Website
http://www.grill23.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Ryan Marcoux
Catering
For Private Dining Information, please contact us at (617) 542-2255, or email us at lpoitras@grill23.com
Private party facilities
Grill 23 & Bar offers private dining for any occasion; business meetings, luncheons, dinners, celebrations and wedding. We have 6 distinct private rooms, including our Private Dining Suite that can accommodate up to 140 guests.
Private party contact
Private Dining Sales Manager: (617) 896-1049

Location
161 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Cross street
Stuart Street
Parking details
In addition to street parking, we offer valet parking for $30 per vehicle.
Public transit
Green Line, Arlington T stop.<br />Orange Line, Back Bay Station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Shrimp Cocktail$30.00
Local Oysters$28.00
Shellfish Sampler$95.00
shrimp, oysters, lobster, crab cocktail, salmon tartare
Jumbo Lump Crab Salad$31.00
cucumber vinaigrette, avocado, spring onion
Tuna Tartare$30.00
chili kewpie, avocado, cucumber, black garlic, crispy vermicelli
Lobster Tail$32.00
Caviar$0.00
rotating selection, traditional accompaniments
- MKT$0.00

Appetizers

Caesar Salad$20.00
romaine, white anchovy, parmesan crouton
Greek Salad$19.00
cucumber, cherry tomato, kalamata olive, feta, herb vinaigrette
Wedge Salad$24.00
blue cheese ranch, backyard farms tomatoes, north country bacon, shallots, fourme d'ambert cheese
French Onion Soup$16.00
sweet onions, gruyere
Crab Cakes$28.00
calabrian chili aioli, grilled lemon
Fried Calamari Fra Diavolo$24.00
cherry peppers, pickled fennel
American Kobe Steak Tartare$27.00
salt and vinegar chips, quail egg, lamb's lettuce
Lobster Bisque$25.00
sherry crème fraîche, chives

Entree

Atlantic Halibut$55.00
crispy new potatoes, tomato salad, horseradish & red pepper purée
Barbecue Spiced Salmon$46.00
tomato sofrito, grilled asparagus
Prime Meatloaf$38.00
spinach, mashed potatoes, burgundy jus
Roasted Heritage Chicken$41.00
sweet corn & chorizo risotto, arugula pistou
Steak Frites$40.00
8 ounce prime bavette, parmesan frites, béarnaise

A la Carte

100 Day Aged Prime Ribeye$90.00
- 18oz$90.00
Dry Aged Prime New York$92.00
- 14oz$92.00
American Kobe Cap Steak$116.00
- 10oz$116.00
Striploin Grade A5 Wagyu$170.00
- 6oz$170.00
Prime Porterhouse$147.00
- 32oz$147.00
Filet Mignon$69.00
- 10oz$69.00
Prime New York$76.00
- 14oz$76.00
Dry Aged Tomahawk$184.00
- 32oz$184.00
Swordfish Togarashi$55.00
- 10oz$55.00
Yellowfin Tuna$57.00
pistachio, grapefruit, basil
Steamed Lobster$76.00
- 2lb$76.00

Additions

Truffle Butter$9.00
Béarnaise$7.00
Au Poivre$7.00
Brandy Peppercorn Cream
Grill 23 Steak Sauce$6.00
Horseradish Crema$6.00
Hudson Valley Foie Gras$22.00
Lobster Tail$32.00
Grilled Shrimp$30.00
Oscar Style$32.00
asparagus, lump crab, béarnaise

Sides

Roasted Asparagus$17.00
garlic aioli, montreal spice
Sautéed Mushrooms$20.00
roasted garlic, herbs, madeira
Mac N' Cheese$19.00
vermont cheddar
- Lobster$34.00
Taleggio Creamed Spinach$17.00
pancetta crumbs
Grill 23 Tots$19.00
truffle oil
Crispy Hash Brown$21.00
sea salt, chives
Sautéed Spinach$16.00
garlic, olive oil
Mashed Potatoes$17.00
sour cream, black pepper
Baked Potato$19.00
bacon crumble, sour cream cheddar cheese sauce, chives

What 8,673 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Steak
Greater Boston
Most Booked
Boston
Great for fine wines
Boston
Steak
Boston
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Grill 23 & Bar is Boston's premier steakhouse offering "the best steak dinner in town" with an impressive wine list. Guests rave about "exceptional service" and a "lively and elegant atmosphere." It's the go-to spot for special occasions, and while it may be pricey, it's "worth every penny" for a memorable experience.

8,673 Reviews

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Gail
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Grill 23 has been here for decades, and they deserve to be. The wait staff is the best, food delicious and it is very comfortable. A neighborhood gem. One can tell that everybody is having a good time.
Grill 23 & BarResponded 1 day ago
Thank you Gail! We look forward to your next visit. Nick Heilmann GM.
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Leslie
Orlando
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Grill 23 was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary. Starting off with the host, who wished us a happy anniversary to our server, Misty, who was down to earth, funny, nice, and phenomenal at her job. The food was exceptional, from the carpaccio to the lobster mac & cheese, to the filet and the NY strip, to the chocolate cake. This was our first time visiting but definitely will not be our last.
Grill 23 & BarResponded 5 days ago
Thank you Leslie! We look forward to your return. Nick Heilmann GM.
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Jacqueline
Greater Boston
69 reviews
vip
2.0
69 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I regularly eat here and it’s great but tonight was a rather difficult and disappointing experience. The two of us were sat at a two top with a light dividing us. I had asked for a different table as I felt like I was dining with strangers at our table. I was told there was none, The people next to us were incredibly loud and it was hard to hear. The food was excellent, however, the server was never any to be found. We finished our bottle of wine and told her we were going to decide what to drink next. 25 minutes later we found another nearby waiter who went to go looking for our waitress. When she came back she never apologized, she just said “you didn’t want anything” we told her we did and we’re deciding but now after waiting 25 minutes we were all set. She never asked us if we wanted coffee or dessert and just assumed we wanted the check. Confused by the whole night we decided to leave and have a drink at the bar instead.
Grill 23 & BarResponded 7 days ago
Good Afternoon Jacqueline, I am very sorry to hear this. We usually get stellar marks on service, so this is concerning. If you have a moment to call me, I would really appreciate it: 617.542.2255 Many thanks, Nick Heilmann GM
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Kate
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a beautiful place to celebrate my husband’s 50th. The food and service was amazing.
Grill 23 & BarResponded 7 days ago
Thank you Kate, We will pass on the compliments to the team. Nick Heilmann GM
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David
Greater Boston
78 reviews
vip
3.0
78 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I wasn’t feeling well so this may cloud my review but it was difficult with the 45 minute wait for our table when we had reserved well in advance. I had tried to delay the reservation from 6:45 PM to 7:00 PM, but there was nothing available, but then we waited 45 minutes anyway. Good food and they gave us a nice table though.
Grill 23 & BarResponded 7 days ago
Sorry to hear about the wait David, It was a very busy evening. Please feel free to make your next reservation directly with me so we can assure everything goes perfectly. Nick Heilmann GM.
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Olga
London
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed the dinner very much! It was a last moment reservation for my husband’s birthday and we were very much pleased with the choice. Very atmospheric and buzzy place, excellent food and attentive and warm service!
Grill 23 & BarResponded 7 days ago
Many thanks Olga, We'll be sharing your comments with the team today. Nick Heilmann GM
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Noah
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat at the bar downstairs, and Zach was exceptional! Had great food recommendations and was very attentive and a great conversationalist! Awesome experience and will definitely come back.
Grill 23 & BarResponded 7 days ago
Thanks Noah! We look forward to your next visit. Nick Heilmann GM.
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David
Greater Boston
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic birthday celebration meal - great meal and great service in a beautiful restaurant
Grill 23 & BarResponded 7 days ago
Thanks David! We hope to see you again soon. Nick Heilmann GM.
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jess
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
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gabby
Greater Boston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Overall ok for what you pay. Very loud, sides came out cold.
Grill 23 & BarResponded 7 days ago
Hi Gabby, We appreciate the feedback. I am so sorry to hear about the sides not being hot. Please be assured we will take it up with the Chef team. Nick Heilmann GM.
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FAQs

Grill 23 & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 542-2255.

Grill 23 & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 8673 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 118 times today

Order delivery or takeout

161 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

Cross street
Stuart Street
Neighborhood
Back Bay
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steak, Seafood, American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
In addition to street parking, we offer valet parking for $30 per vehicle.
Public transit
Green Line, Arlington T stop.Orange Line, Back Bay Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ryan Marcoux
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.grill23.com/
Phone number
(617) 542-2255
Catering
For Private Dining Information, please contact us at (617) 542-2255, or email us at lpoitras@grill23.com
Private party facilities
Grill 23 & Bar offers private dining for any occasion; business meetings, luncheons, dinners, celebrations and wedding. We have 6 distinct private rooms, including our Private Dining Suite that can accommodate up to 140 guests.
Private party contact
Private Dining Sales Manager: (617) 896-1049

Grill 23 & Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Filet Mignon

Prime Porterhouse

Steak Frites

Wagyu

Striploin$56.00

Raw Bar

Shrimp Cocktail$30.00

Local Oysters$28.00

Shellfish Sampler$95.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Salad$31.00

Tuna Tartare$30.00

Lobster Tail$32.00

Caviar$0.00

Appetizers

Caesar Salad$20.00

Greek Salad$19.00

Wedge Salad$24.00

French Onion Soup$16.00

Crab Cakes$28.00

Fried Calamari Fra Diavolo$24.00

American Kobe Steak Tartare$27.00

Lobster Bisque$25.00

Entree

Atlantic Halibut$55.00

Barbecue Spiced Salmon$46.00

Prime Meatloaf$38.00

Roasted Heritage Chicken$41.00

Steak Frites$40.00

A la Carte

100 Day Aged Prime Ribeye$90.00

Dry Aged Prime New York$92.00

American Kobe Cap Steak$116.00

Striploin Grade A5 Wagyu$170.00

Prime Porterhouse$147.00

Filet Mignon$69.00

Prime New York$76.00

Dry Aged Tomahawk$184.00

Swordfish Togarashi$55.00

Yellowfin Tuna$57.00

Steamed Lobster$76.00

Additions

Truffle Butter$9.00

Béarnaise$7.00

Au Poivre$7.00

Grill 23 Steak Sauce$6.00

Horseradish Crema$6.00

Hudson Valley Foie Gras$22.00

Lobster Tail$32.00

Grilled Shrimp$30.00

Oscar Style$32.00

Sides

Roasted Asparagus$17.00

Sautéed Mushrooms$20.00

Mac N' Cheese$19.00

Taleggio Creamed Spinach$17.00

Grill 23 Tots$19.00

Crispy Hash Brown$21.00

Sautéed Spinach$16.00

Mashed Potatoes$17.00

Baked Potato$19.00

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