Earls Kitchen + Bar
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Sleek, upscale chain serving gourmet burgers, global comfort food, cocktails, wines & beers.
attractions: Encore Boston Harbor, AMC Assembly Row 12, Costco Wholesale, Gateway Center, LEGO Discovery Center Boston, The Shops at Station Landing, La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boston Somerville, AC Hotel Boston North, The Row Hotel at Assembly Row, Autograph Collection, Foss Park, restaurants: Rare Steakhouse, Southern Kin Cookhouse, Legal Sea Foods- Somerville, Kelly's Roast Beef, Tony C's Sports Bar and Grill, The Smoke Shop BBQ - Assembly Row, Fuji at Assembly, Pastelaria Vitoria Broadway, Mama Ana Latin-Brazilian Cuisine (Style Café), YōKi Japanese Restaurant & Bar - Ramen & Sushi Place
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Sleek, upscale chain serving gourmet burgers, global comfort food, cocktails, wines & beers.
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Was taken for Father's Day. Food- Outstanding Service - very good. Price - a bit high for portion size. Drink I ordered the pineapple ginger mule (non alcaholic) . Love this drink. lots of ice, so not a lot of the drink in the cup. I ordered two. Was a perfect flavor compliment for the noodle bowl I had. Made my mouth tingle. Apps - Guacamole and street corn dip with tortillas. Was fantastic. perfect portions. - Calamari was a bit bland and dry. texture was right, served with a few slices of cucumber and jalapeños. Dip was what seemed to be a mayo base with Chilli powder added. The breading could be lighter, and it needs something else.. maybe a bed of roasted red peppers underneath(?) Main Meal I had noodle bowl with soy glazed chicken. My wife had same but with crispy Tofu. Be aware that this is a cold noodle bowl, NOT a Ramen soup. I initially misunderstood, and am glad the server told us. I wanted to try anyhow, and I loved it. it was a perfect summer dish. Excellent texture between the nuts and the other vegetables, and the temperature contrast between the cold noodles and the warm chicken was quite nice. My wife said the same about the Tofu. Dessert I ordered the keylime .... it's bigger than you may think. was very good.
Matteo FilippiMatteo Filippi
00
Went to earls for New Year Eve, because it's in a nice area with good parking. My partner and I were excited to try it, and were left with nothing but a bitter taste in our mouths. So bad that I had to come out of retirement from writing reviews. Service: 2/10, our server was kind to us at first. Then when it was time for get drinks, they dropped off the drink at the table, with no acknowledgement. At first my partner and i thought we were "buggin" but throughout the night it stayed the same. My partner had to stop our waiter every single time we wanted something. Every. Single. Time. essentially there was no service. Not sure if some thing happened throughout the night to them, but regardless it shouldn't have been taken out of customers. It should be 0/10 but since they were walking around and able to be stopped, they can get a 2. Food (MAIN): The food was subpar. We ordered the ribeye. My partner ordered medium rare, i ordered medium. His was undercooked, mine was over. The flavor was essentially nonexistent. The broccolini was hard, the only thing decent on the plate was the potatoes. 4/10 (picture is deceiving). Food (DESSERT): We got the toffee pudding, thinking this couldn't possibly be anything less than good. It was not good at all. It was hard, over baked...over microwaved??? It tasted like it was in the freezer. They covered it in a sauce which made it slightly edible. My spoon barely penetrated the center. But it was so bad that it wasn't even finished. 2/10. Ambiance: The decorations were cohesive, and the color scheme was settling to the eyes. Not too much and not too little. The lighting is appropriate for the type of place it is, and the seating is plentiful. The bar was well situated in the center with plenty of televisions. 8/10 Location: Well located, in assembly row. Near the water, and lots of other restaurants 10/10 Parking: The parking was 10/10. First 3 hours are free, even after it's inexpensive. For almost $300 definitely wasn't worth it, wouldn't go again. Wouldn't recommend it. So disappointing. The worst experience I've ever had honestly.
R HR H
10
Very impressed. My girlfriend and I had our first date at Earls at Assembly. This was our 3 year anniversary and we ended up getting the same table as that very first date. Right there that was a 5 star moment but walking into this place you would have thought covid never struck. It was popping, music was great, vibes were great and so was the food and drinks. When you go you HAVE to get the truffle fries and Cajun chicken. The ribs were fantastic and so was the calamari but that chicken was a sleeper hit because I did not expect chicken to be that good. Our server was Christy and she was an absolute sweet woman, she kept our bellies full and made sure we never went thirsty. Until next time Earls! 11/15/22 Update We had friends visit from NY and since we love coming here we figured we take them here and share our prior positive experiences. We were wrong: The food was just cold: The truffle fries were lukewarm and partially stale. BOTH clam chowders we ordered were literally cold - no steam, no heat. I ordered a Thai curry dish with rice: The rice was mushy in some parts and clustered and chewy in another (this happens when you just scrape the bottom of a rice pot/cooker you get the mushy bits with the hardened rice cooked on the bottom all mixed). The chicken was not even cooked with the curry! The curry tasted like it was mixed heavily with water and microwaved with huge chunks of vegetables in it and put pieces of dried cooked chicken on top. It was a complete rip off and I was so embarrassed and angry that our friends drove here that I ended up paying the entire bill. I couldn't apologize enough. Maybe it was just a bad Tuesday, maybe its a new head chef or under new management. Whatever it is they need to resolve it before they lose anymore business.
Andy AuAndy Au
10
Situated conveniently off Rt93, Earl’s Bar and Kitchen in Somerville, MA, is a prime destination for those seeking a friendly and inviting dining atmosphere. The ease of accessibility is a major plus, with both street parking and a garage offering free three-hour parking, alleviating any concerns about finding a spot. Our recent visit with two toddlers in tow was a delightful experience. The staff’s friendly and attentive nature shone through, especially in their ability to accommodate our family’s needs. The extra care and attention they paid to our little ones made our dining experience not just comfortable but truly enjoyable. When it comes to the culinary offerings, Earl’s consistently hits the mark. The food and drinks are always a highlight, with each dish well-prepared and every drink skillfully crafted. It’s clear that quality is a priority here, and it shows in every aspect of their service. Earl’s Bar and Kitchen stands out as an excellent choice for families, couples, or anyone looking for a great meal in a welcoming environment. Whether you’re a local or just passing through Somerville, Earl’s is definitely worth a visit.
Patrick CodyPatrick Cody
00
beautiful location and decor. I was just not impressed with the restaurant much. when I first walked in, I had told the host that it was going to be a party of two and she just walked away. I thought she was going to check on an open table but the restaurant was literally empty and she didn't return for almost 5 min. I was very confused but I did eventually get sat. the food was just ok. I am not sure if it was because we went in during the transition period (that 3 to 5pm) from lunch to dinner that the kitchen people just didn't care or were on break. the Buffalo cauliflower wasn't tossed in the sauce, just a lazy drizzled on top, but was completely soaked in oil regardless. the spinach dip was maybe 4oz total at best, extremely over priced for the portions they give you. the steak and sushi was very nice and unique dish, great flavors!! the saving grace, but even the steak was over cooked also. I would definitely like to come try this place again, however it probably wouldn't be at the top of my list.
Gigi PeñaGigi Peña
40
This was my first time eating and that is Assembly Rowe. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The tables and chairs were comfortable. The decor was definitely top notch. The bathroom was clean. There were patreons of all age groups there. Even though it was packed we were able to be seated in a timely manner. The waitress we had was great . The music however, was really loud . I couldn't hear the person sitting across from me . So this restaurant is definitely not a place you would go for a first date. If you are trying to get to know the person. The prices are a little steep. I had got the curry chicken bowl and I was a little disappointed. I was expecting for the flavors to pop and they didn't. They didn't give me a lot of sauce either. The fries were seasoned good and so was the crab cakes. However, even though the crab cakes were good it sucks that they only give you two small cakes. It was hard to find parking. Especially because it was nice out. So the plaza was packed....
Elaina SElaina S
10
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AMC Assembly Row 12
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AC Hotel Boston North
The Row Hotel at Assembly Row, Autograph Collection
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