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8 High St (at Off Summer St)
Boston, MA 02110

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(617) 426-1234
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My buddy and I chose this place to plan a surprise birthday for our wives, as both ladies turned 30. Radius did an excellent job in making their evening special. The hostess was ...

Worst

Our waiter had body odor. Do not order the cobb salad - it's disgusting. Don't go unless you have at least an hour and a half to dine because service is SLOW. Pros: It's a g...

One of the best in Boston, and one of the few that deserv... 7/17/2007

One of the best in Boston, and one of the few that deserves its reputation. Kudos to Michael Schlow for... more
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One of the best in Boston, and one of the few that deserv... 7/17/2007

RobKim Provided by Partner
One of the best in Boston, and one of the few that deserves its reputation. Kudos to Michael Schlow for quality dishes and great drinks. Pricey tho... more
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One of the best in Boston, and one of the few that deserv... 7/17/2007

RobKim Provided by Partner
One of the best in Boston, and one of the few that deserves its reputation. Kudos to Michael Schlow for quality dishes and great drinks. Pricey tho... more
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Modern chic atmosphere, romantic dining experience, excellent waiting staff 12/11/2006

Radius is a fantastically organised restaurant. The service (from the reservation, coat check, waiting staff) is fabulous. The decor of this place is very impressive. I""ve been here once for lunch and another for dinner. The downstairs looks amazing, but I have yet to be down tehre ( i think tis for larger functions). The food at Radius is okay as well, great presentation, quiet for a dinner for two. I recommend Radius, though its prices are a bit high. I'd rather choose another place for dinner. However, this is definitely a great place for a POWER LUNCH. Pros: atmosphere, decor more
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Great! 11/21/2006

From the moment we entered this fine restaurant, we were impressed. We arrived about 20 mins. before our reservation, but we were seated immediately. We had lunch (prix fixe $20.04!) We were offered still water or sparkling water. Our appetizers (tomato and onion salad and cucumber soup) were each mouthwatering. The presentation was even incredible. Our entrees (roasted chicken breast and salmon) were tasty and satisfying. The sour dough rolls that accompanied our meals were delicious. Dessert was fresh and a perfect ending to our meal. Wait staff was attentive, but not stifling. As soon as our water glasses neared halfway empty, they were refilled (several times). The lunch was a birthday celebration and I'd noted it when I made the reservation. When dessert was served to the ""birthday boy"", it came with a sparkling candle and 'Happy Birthday' written in chocolate across the rim of the plate. In addition, he was given a birthday card from the restaurant staff as well as a gift certificate for a visit in November. This truly was a fine dining experience. I look forward to another visit. more
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If you can afford it, you must eat here. 8/4/2006

Excellent. Service is generally very quality, although the last time I went (I go once a year for a special occassion), they did screw up a few minor things (missing a place setting, late with the wine). But that was just once - the other times have been literally perfect. The food is very tasty. Don't eat the whole day and go to the dinner, order the chef's tasting menu with wine paring (it's pricey but a great time). Pros: Everything but cost Cons: Cost more
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Totally Worth it!!! 7/26/2006

So far this has been the only fine dining experience in Boston where the level of everything was awesome. From the hostess & the bar tenders to the food & cocktails. This is how fine dining should be - in my opinion. The bar is a bit small, but has a fierce feel - very cosmopolitan meets chic. HIGHLY RECOMENDED! Pros: Service Service Service - Best Burger in Town - $17 Kobe Beef & totally worth it Cons: Boston needs more restaurants on par with Radius. more
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Horrendous service, great food 7/18/2006

Went for lunch with a group of seven and we were all frustrated by the shockingly bad service. Despite the swarms of waiters floating around the restaurant, we went ignored for the better part of the 90 minutes we spent at Radius. The only exception was the ""bread girl"" who kept our plates full of delicious rolls. The remainder of the wait staff seemed to be too busy keeping their hair properly primped. Pros: Spectacular food Cons: Worst service in town more
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Major Disappointment and Expensive 6/24/2006

I recently decided to try Radius again as it had been a few years since I last dined there. more
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Substance AND Swankiness 6/17/2006

I have to admit, eating at this restaurant as one of a party of three was a leap of faith, even moreso after entering the door. All too often in the restaurant industry these days (especially in Los Angeles and New York), the newest and hottest places just don't deliver the goods. Radius impressed in every way possible in a contemporary environment without any attitude. more
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User review by ontime 5/16/2006

We experienced very slow bar service on the night we were there before sitting in the dining room. We had a waiter who had some attitude. I prefer the food and service at No. 9 Park. more
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great food, phenomenal service 4/12/2006

The food here was pretty good. I was impressed that venison was offered, but our table had the tasting menu on this occasion as the other people I was with preferred. The tasting was a little heavy on fish, but overall the flavors were nicely complex without being too fussy. The atmosphere is very clean and refined feeling but too stark to be called warm and inviting. Our server, however, made up for it with a very genuinely friendly and gracious demeanor. He took time to discuss the tasting menu and a number of dishes with us. Service throughout the meal was fantastic--there when we needed something, watchful but unobtrusive otherwise. I wish I had caught his name so we could request him when we go back. He had big black-rim glasses and mentioned that he was from Texas. I'll be back for the venison and the service! Pros: menu selection, service, wine list Cons: cold atmosphere, parking more
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Delectable food, impeccable service 1/31/2006

2nd time there - loved it! Must say that it's the best service I've ever had in a Boston restaurant. The staffs are willing to bend over backwards to please you. Trendy but not over the top with loud background music and such. Great place to take one's time to enjoy the food and atmosphere. Not recommended for a quick bite as food could take a while to prepare. Pricey but that comes with the territory given the high quality of food and service. Overall highly recommended! Pros: Food, Service, Ambiance Cons: Price, Parking, (rcmd $10 valet) more
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Still a Winner But Could be better 1/17/2006

I love the chef at Radius, but it is clear he is not there that often and his menu shows it. It was daring and innovative at first and now others in town have followed his lead. There is no doubt the restaurant has the best service and ambience the city has to offer and many other restaurants could and should set the bar as high. Chef Schlow is a master at bringing out the best of flavors and I just wish he would come back to the kitchen to remind of us his talent. Pros: food, service Cons: wine list more
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Missed the ""hype"" in all areas 12/13/2005

I was really looking forward to a special Saturday out. Radius' rep had set my expectations very high. Sadly they missed on almost every point. The drinks were at best so so (pineapple in a french martini?) The wine list was limited and not up to the hype. The service was adequate for this price point but slow and inattentive. Over fifteen minutes to get a first drink. My lamb was NOTHING special, nor was the seafood soup. Good points. The salad was superb. Excellent breads and my appetizer was quite good. All in all I was disappointed, very disappointed. Neither I nor my companion will be going back anytime soon. more
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My Favorite Place!!!! 11/12/2005

This is the spot that you go to for any special occasion or for no special reason at all. I have lived in Boston for 7 years and have designated radius as the place I go to celebrate something important....an anniversary...graduation...birthday...etc. The service...food...ambience...and flare is like no other in Boston. There is alot of attention to detail and it's a one of a kind place. I can't imagine going there and not having the most incredible evening! It's the kind of place that you can order ANYTHING on the menu and not be disappointed. Get an apple martini it's the bomb! Pros: elegant, food, not to loud more
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great decor, yucky food 11/8/2005

ive been to almost all the top restaurants in boston - and this one is so not worth the $. everything was bad, from appetizer, entree to dessert - YUCKKKK. i was so dissapointed. more
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Not what you might think... 9/7/2005

I was looking forward to my lunch at Radius during restaurant week. I have heard they are well known for Vegetarian fare, so I had high expectations. I was impressed with the service, but the food was a big dissapointment. The corn soup was bland and lukewarm, although the presentation was unique. The salmon did not taste fresh and the consistency was actually a little slimy. The blueberries in the angel food cake dessert still had stems, and had obviously not been cleaned. Defintely not worth the price or hype! more
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Great Bar to Eat At 8/1/2005

My wife and I ended up at Radius for my birthday on the spur of the moment (weekend travel plans fell through long story). It healed us on impact. Since when do bartenders know so much about food? Right or wrong you come to a place like this expecting fantastic food -- which it delivered. But do you expect the guy at the bar to be able to steer you through the entire menu? And be right? And not pick the most expensive things? By the way this place was not overly priced. The music was ethereal and the decor immaculate. I'm 36 today and I feel crystal clean. Pros: zenlike decor, allknowing bartenders, fancy but whimsical more
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As good as it gets 7/21/2005

I went to Radius on a whim after work for dinner with some friends - seeking food to lift our spirits. Instead, it transformed my day! Welcomed at the door and from that moment on I felt like a king. The service was seamless - there when you need it and not when you don't. The food was amazing - beginning to end with great desserts that are worth being a little too full for - don't skip anything else to ""save room"". I had been here for special occasions and a business lunch or two, but it is great to know that I was just as happy and probably more comfortable going just because. If you need to change your day head over - it is medicinal!!!! more
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  • One of the city's elite restaurants, Radius is the establishment of choice for the nearby Financial District's deal makers and power brokers. Patrons enjoy an unparalleled level of service, whether...

  • 9/25/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-10pm Fri 11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm Sat 5:30pm-11pm
  • Payments: American Express, Diner's Club, Discover, Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, Central
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