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Hamersley's Bistro


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4.5 of 5 stars 205 ratings
205 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
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4.0 of 5 stars
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3.0 of 5 stars
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2.0 of 5 stars
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1.0 of 5 stars
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#7 of 1,839 restaurants in Boston
  • Cuisines: American, French, Mediterranean, Contemporary, Eclectic
  • Price range*: $41-$80
  • Neighborhood: Back Bay
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5 of 5 stars
Brother_Ray_24 17 contributions
Northfield, MN
Jul 8, 2009

This is a popular place, so be prepared for a long wait even if you come with reservations. The staff are terrific and the food excellent. The space is open and bright and the atmosphere is upbeat and inviting. more

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4 of 5 stars
mig1484 2 contributions
Boston
Jun 19, 2009

Chicken was succulent and perfectly spiced, great French countryside atmosphere, pricey but worth it. more

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4 of 5 stars
Rogerfly 4 contributions
PA
Jun 16, 2009

Business trip to Boston and the Cape is not complete without a stop at Hamersley's. Chicken is a must and is what I get every time. Love it. more

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4 of 5 stars
canuckrunamok 1 contribution
hamilton, on
Jun 10, 2009

My husband and I both ordered the signature chicken and it was phenomenol. However, it comes with no vegetables - you must pay extra for any sides. For $8, I got five asparagus spears, and for the same price my husband received a garlic mashed potato pancake about the size of a large scallop. We loved the chicken but were... more

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3 of 5 stars
3Tesla 5 contributions
New York
May 19, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

The wife and I went to Boston recently and decided to enjoy several restaurants while we were there. Hamersley's Bistro was one of the restaurants we decided to go to. We made reservations ahead of time for a Monday night. Here was our experience: We were seated promptly upon arrival. We were seated at a small table for two. There... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Apr 2, 2009
0/3 found this review helpful

Lovely but leaves something to be desired... more

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5 of 5 stars
Minotlight 20 contributions
Boston
Apr 2, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I am often asked for a recommendation of where to go in Boston. If you want what I feel is the best flavor for the dollar, in my mind this has to be Hamersley's. We were there the other night and forced ourselves to take a pass on the chicken. The cassoulet was one of the best I have ever... more

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5 of 5 stars
rhodeweary 27 contributions
Boston, Massachusetts
Mar 19, 2009

Hamersley's is the perfect place - comfortable and a bit old school, but it never rests on its laurels. Gordon rotates the menu enough to keep things fresh. The chicken is as good as they say (as are the less-feted halibut and the mushroom sandwich). The servers are smooth and efficient. The bar is the real epicenter - and the... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Mar 5, 2009

Wonderful food & service. The roasted chicken is as good as everyone says. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Feb 13, 2009

Lovely food. I had the cassoulet, which was very good. Nice cozy place. Wish they hadn't tried to seat us near the restrooms when the place was nearly empty. Otherwise, quite nice. more

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Hamersley's Bistro Address

553 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116-6306
Tel: (617) 423-2700
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.