33 Restaurant and Lounge

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33 Stanhope St (at Clarendon Street)
Boston, MA 02116

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(617) 572-3311
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Best

3 jumbo shrimp for $3 3 lamb chops with this fondue from gorgonzola... mmm..... 3 different dips for some pita bread... I used the tzatziki for the lamb... 3 sliders.... classi...

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I was here on Valentine's Day and was quite unimpressed. First of all there was a fixed menu of which we were not informed of when making the reservation. Secondly, we felt like...

Nasty reception 6/25/2006

I have enjoyed several fun evenings at 33 lounge, so I was appalled by the greeting of the doorman on Saturday night! Not only was he rude to my out of town guests, but continued to scan my group as he turned us away. Why any club would turn away a group of well dressed, classy women seems absurd. He asked to be 'credentialed' when my girlfriend's PR job at Paramount Pictures in LA came up, and when she dispalyed her business card he seemed as unimpressed as I am for this lame Euro club. NEVER AGAIN!! Pros: location, drinks, dancing Cons: Obnoxious Service more
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Awful Service 4/25/2006

While the food was average (I recomend the lobster ceasar) the service was outright horrible. Not only was our waitress ""talking down"" to us all night, but the bouncers congregated around our table getting ready for their weekend crowd. No common courtesy from anyone in this place. If you can deal with pathetic service and awful people skills you might want to try it out. But the food wasnt good enough to overcome the floor staff. Stay away, you might as well go somewhere where the $30 plates figure in elite service. more
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A GREAT EXPERIENCE 4/17/2006

I had a great experience at this lounge. It was a friend's birthday and we decided to take her here for drinks. The drinks were great....especially the Bloody Marys. If you want to have a good time, go here....you won't be disappointed. more
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Very disappointing 3/19/2006

I took a group of 7 out-of-towners here for brunch this Sunday. What a disappointment. The service was very poor. It appeared that our waiter was the bartender and the only waiter in the place! It took about 20 minutes to get our drinks - he had to SET UP the ""make your own bloody mary"" bar. There was no vodka - so everyone made ""virgin"" bloodies and drank most of them before the waiter came over with shots of vodka, telling us he had totally forgotten to put the vodka out! My glass of champagne was $13! There was an automatic 20% gratuity on our check, due to the size of our party, which he did NOT deserve! The food was decent - but the service was just lousy. Pros: food Cons: service more
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Hottest all-Around Spot in Boston 3/17/2006

Most places have either a good restaurant or a good night life. This Place definitely has more a ton of both. I have a blast everytime I come in but have noticed changes for the better recently. Food is awesome and you get alittle of everything that Boston's nightlife has to offer, great music great drinks and great atmosphere. I have tried both ways and I reccommend getting a table, Much better experience if your out with friends or trying to make an impression. I hate waiting in line so its the only way to beat it. There's also a buzz that there is some secret remodeling project going on there with the lounge.we shall see if they can top themselves again, I heard they hired a new manager so maybe thats why service has been better and they are remodeling..who knows but I CANT wait to see whats next!! Pros: people, atmosphere, drinks Cons: waiting in line, patio not opened yet more
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Mickey Mouse 3/3/2006

With so much potential, it's a shame 33 turned out the way it did. I had been there for dinner on a few occasions and experienced barely acceptable service. I at least thought it reliable for a night out with old friends and family. It was my mistake. The staff is rude and obnoxious. Particularly the bouncers that I had never seen since it was our first late night at 33. The bartenders lacked skill, the waitress had a horrible attitude and the management doesn't even know how to spell class. And don't be fooled by their free advertising in this forum, the only ""real"" critics impressed by their food or style are townies and people who drink untill they don't know any better. Pros: easy to find, aesthetics Cons: poor service, juvenile crowd more
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Magnificent 2/1/2006

What a work of art. The bar scene is absolutly wonderful, an absolutly visual pleasure. What a beautiful, wonderful, and helpfull staff. The food was great, oversized portions for my taste, even so every bite was a delight. Highlt recommend it, loves it, can't wait to go back. Cons: Crowded, Noisy more
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Amazing 1/13/2006

I don't understand what some of the reviews are talking about. I've been going to 33 for about 3 years now, and have never had a bad experience. The drinks and the food are fabulous, some of the best I've had and the vibe is really cool. I always feel like a VIP when I walk through the door. Yes, I have seen the doormen be kind of hard of some guests, but its usually when the person is so beligerent that he's obviously making foolish decisions on how to act. Have some class when you go to a place like this, and you'll be treated like a king. Pros: VIP treatment, cocktail menu, hot bartenders more
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33 used to be good, but not anymore. 12/17/2005

We used to love this place, when it was newer and cared about customers. We recently observed a bouncer not let someone in because he complained that it was cold outside and they had been waiting for 20 minutes, when they were told it would be a 4-5 mintue wait. Two bouncers were about to let him in when a third (who had been outside for 2 minutes) told him he was ""whining like a woman about the cold and therefore he was not allowed in."" I was offended that he wouldn't let this guy in, and his comment was extremely derogatory to women. I then watched him ""excercise his power"" over 3-4 more patrons. I used to love this place, but I have to agree with many of the other reviewers, it's too bad they now have a very poor choice of staff, especially for the money they charge. Pros: atmosphere upstairs, easy to find location Cons: bouncers, owner more
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Killer appetizers!!! Can't remember entree 12/4/2005

Went with a party of seven on a weeknight. No problem w/reservation and/or seating. The service was great. The appetizers were incredible. The variety, originality and presentatin were all impressive. The chef visited our table to check in on us and even shared a few appetizers with us, gratis. He was genuinely interested in what we thought of the food. I was so blown away by the appetizers, to be honest, I can't remember my entree. Seared scallops, I believe. And not anything to write home about. Pros: Appetizers, Service more
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Divine food, sexy vibe and cool staff! 11/30/2005

For the Fabulous! The food becomes more amazing everytime I go and Friday and Saturday lounge scene has never disappointed me. The Beef Tenderloin with Potato Rostie is my favorite, one of their waitresses recently recommended I try it with the Madeira wine, the combination was heaven. If you want a sheek trendy atmosphere that is both cool and sexy you have to try this nightspot. It's been great for dates and girls night's out. The music is hot and the people are hotter! 33 Restaurant and Lounge gets 4 stars. Pros: Cool Vibe, Great Food, Fun Lounge Scene Cons: Long Lines, No smoking area more
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Worse Service I've Ever Had! 11/19/2005

At first glance the place looks amazing, but it's downhill from there. We had 7pm reservations for a party of 8 and it took 30 minutes to be seated, hardly even acknowledged when we walked in. Seemed like the 3 people at the host stand were preoccupied with something else. Took another 20 minutes to place our cocktail order and 1.5 hours to get our meal served. The food didn't live up to expectation. While the menu was unique and ecclectic, with a wonderful presentation, but that was a disappointment too. I've had much better foie gras and seared tuna, both were cold and flavorless. Then the lounge waitress actually said they don't have a signature drink menu, but the website lists a range of cocktails I wanted to try. Oh well, we just moved on and spent our money elsewehere. One positive - their wine list is fabulous! Pros: Location, Decor, Wine Cons: Service, Loud, Food more
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Cool place 10/16/2005

Hey, we went to 33 after we visisted Bomboa last week (next door neighbors), and it was so cool! The decor, lighting, house signature drinks (a long exotic cocktail menu) were awesome. And they were STRONG!!! Deiniftely worth my dollars. TI think it's a cool idea for a restaurant to finish its dinner thing and turn it into a club thing....you can do both! We had already eaten by the time we went to 33 for drinks, but next time, I think we want to come here for dinner and stay around for the next action - do some dancing and more drinking. The lounge downstairs was so hot. I think this whole Stanhope street has everything Boston wants. The food menu looked awesome - definitely will come back to try the food. Pros: strong cocktails, decor, beautiful people Cons: better be dressed more
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User review by bertamatos 10/9/2005

food was just alright and i rate the restaurant below average because at close to $200 we expected MUCH MORE from the service. restaurant was clearly understaffed on a Sat night. took 25 minutes to be seated despite a reservation. even then waiter was MIA for much of night. hostess refused to attempt to call us a cab when we were done so we walked/stood in the rain for 25 minutes to catch one in copley square more
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Among Boston's Very Best 9/1/2005

We regularly eat in Boston's best restaurants, and 33 is as good as it gets. Interesting and imaginative dishes with wonderful - really wonderful - sauces and unusual accompaniments. Zesty, full-bodied flavors. Upscale, comfortable space with attentive service. We shared a scrumptuous crab cake appetizer and a yummy frozen caramel mousse, and in between we enjoyed two delicious entrees - a 5-spice tuna and penne lobster. Terrific. And don't forget to ask about the six arches. more
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Keep your eyes on this one. 6/25/2005

I have eaten there before, and found it to be average. Now I think theres new menus, the desserts are amazing. Met the chef he was really nice. Had the 5 course menu and it was amazing. A dessert tasting at the end too. These desserts are definatly original. The service was great, the chef came with each course and chatted with us a bit.......really cool. Def go back! more
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bar 33 - what are you? 6/14/2005

after waiting 20 minutes for a rude and self absorbed bouncer to get off his cell phone to let me in, i waited patiently for 10 minutes at a not very busy bar for a cocktail, which was very delicious. However, being a frequent diner in boston, and in the rest. industry myself, I don't think I'll be spending any more money here when there are so many other more welcoming options around the city. The food was average at best, and the menu clearly needs a direction to go in.. there are trying do too much food wise, and then, of course, are you a restaurant or a bar? Diners should not be treated like we are going clubbing. I don't club. I just like good food and good service. more
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Dinner 6/9/2005

My husband & I Went to dinner recently and loved it! We had been before to an event and then after joining their email list I won a $1OO gift certificate!!!! So my husband & I went & dined on mac & cheese, delicious steak, mashed potatoes and my husbands chicken dish came with these potatoes that were to die for! The vodka soda's were NOT weak which is very important! more
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Great food! 5/29/2005

My girlfriends and I have decided to try a new restaurant every month and this was our first and did not disappoint. We met on a Thurs. night and although our reservation was for 7:00 we wanted to have a drink at the bar and enjoy it. They had no problem with us taking our time and when we finally decided to eat, we were sat promptly. The food was fantastic with amazing blends of flavor and the service was attentive. I would definitely recommend the 33 for a special night out. Pros: Food Cons: Parking more
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Not up to par 5/17/2005

I went to 33 over the weekend with my boyfriend and was looking foward to a great dinner after reading most of the positive reviews. This restaurant has a great atmosphere with a lively scene. The waiter was polite and attentive the whole evening. However, the food was definitely not worth the wait or the cash. I ordered the Beef Tenderloin (one of the more expensive dishes) and it was extremely well-done although I'd requested it medium-rare. My compainion's dish was bland and devoid of the flavor you'd expect in an establishment so highly regarded. There are alot of good reviews of this restaurant but it's clearly inconsistent and I wouldn't risk the chance of being another disappointmented customer like myself. more
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  • The Scene
    The visually stunning layout draws a strong bar and lounge scene (dining room tables are easier to come by than bar stools). An omnipresent light show distracts patrons from...

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  • Hours: Tue 5pm-11pm Wed-Sat 5pm-2am
  • Payments: Diner's Club, Master Card, American Express, Visa, Discover
  • Neighborhoods: Back Bay, Back Bay East
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