We have been to 34 Park many times. Last night we took friends to celebrate the holidays and it was their 1st time. The service, food and drinks were superb. If you haven't been, it is a must try.
Heidi
This was my first time dining here and I would go back again. The food was great. Our waitress made good suggestions, knew the food well, and was willing to accommodate special requests/substitutions. Dinner portions were generous. Price is reasonable. The restaurant is a bit loud, but overall nice environment and decor. The only complaint was that they were out of all cabernet wine!
Denise
The food was outstanding. The hosts at the check-in podium were gracious, and accommodating. There's a good range of items on the menu at different price points and for our entrées, we thought we got great value and almost everybody brought a box home. We were dining with an Italian American who is very picky and she said it was the only restaurant meatball she's had in years that lived up to her expectations. (The "Big Meatball"!) this place has gone from a "yeah let's try it" to a will be on our rotation. Our server understood our slow pacing and was gracious and accommodated us. My only quibble is the noise level, but that is everywhere now.
John
The hostess sat us in the bar. We had made a reservation 2 days prior to visiting the restaurant. When we asked to change our seat, the hostess said that the manager said there was no negotiating on tables on Saturday night (11/29). For a bill of nearly $150 for two people (w tip) that is a super lame excuse. The food was average at best. The atmosphere was not good, and I would not recommend this restaurant. Poor management leaving a rude person to greet people. I would send her and her manager packing.
Ray
The food was exceptional! The service was also very good. The server (I think Stephanie?). Was extremely pleasant and helpful. The place was crowded which made it louder but more energetic than loud. We enjoyed the atmosphere. My only feedback it regarding the hostess. A nice young lady but needs to be training to at minimum say hello and smile. And communicate. We had a reservation and she just arrived at the host stand and asked if we had a reservation and stared at her iPad screen do a very long time, grabbed menus and started to walk to the table. The people behind us thought it was hysterical and it was kind of funny but for a restaurant of this caliber they can do much better with training . A bad first impression for us but the waitress and chefs more than overcompensate for that. We will def go back!
Peter
Sandwiches were terrific, and the staff were all great. Best spot for lunch in Andover IMHO.
Barbara
Decent food. Apps should be served with a serving spoon or fork so people don't use their own silverware. - they weren't finger foods. There are way too many kids if you go before 7:30 PM which is fine if you're ok with that It's definitely more of a family vibe so wouldn't go there for date night. The flourless chocolate cake was hard, couldn't even cut with a fork. This was the comment from our guest who owns an Italian bakery. After trying it, we all agreed. Tiramisu was ok. Bar scene is definitely better than the dining room.
Jillianne
Nice dinner overall, super overpriced. We had the fried calamari which they should change the batter on as it was sopped up in oil. The arancini were on the sauce was very good. Dinner was the shrimp scampi - nice but dry shrimp cooked perfectly. Missing a little cream or cheese. The. Bolognese was very nice, I would give another option for the noodle. I'm pregnant so no drinks but they looked delish. Service was mid, nothing overly nice or welcoming. This being a high scale Lupoli family restaurant, I expected more.
Nancy
The salmon filet was absolutely delectable, accompanied by perfectly cooked new potatoes and nice crisp arugula. A lovely plate, well balanced and delicious.
Amy
It was our first time going to 34 Park and it was a Sunday night. The food was decent but the service was incredibly slow. It took 20 minutes just to get our drinks. Dinner had to be close to an hour after we put the order in. We ordered an appetizer which wasn't delivered until they served the entrees. 2nd drinks were ordered before we were finished with our meal but weren't delivered until after everyone had finished. Not sure if this is typical service but we won't be going back anytime soon.
Must have a newer chef. Food not what it used to be. Do not order the chicken piccata - the chick was fine but the pasta was very overcooked and slimy.
Marianne
I was pleasantly surprised with the food, service and overall experience. Everyone was welcoming and attentive. I will definitely be returning. Maybe try their brunch on Sundays. The only negative was the parking. It was a Saturday night so that could have compounded the problem. Overall... I would highly recommend this eating establishment.
We have been to 34 Park many times. Last night we took friends to celebrate the holidays and it was their 1st time. The service, food and drinks were superb. If you haven't been, it is a must try.
This was my first time dining here and I would go back again. The food was great. Our waitress made good suggestions, knew the food well, and was willing to accommodate special requests/substitutions. Dinner portions were generous. Price is reasonable. The restaurant is a bit loud, but overall nice environment and decor. The only complaint was that they were out of all cabernet wine!
The food was outstanding. The hosts at the check-in podium were gracious, and accommodating. There's a good range of items on the menu at different price points and for our entrées, we thought we got great value and almost everybody brought a box home. We were dining with an Italian American who is very picky and she said it was the only restaurant meatball she's had in years that lived up to her expectations. (The "Big Meatball"!) this place has gone from a "yeah let's try it" to a will be on our rotation. Our server understood our slow pacing and was gracious and accommodated us. My only quibble is the noise level, but that is everywhere now.
The hostess sat us in the bar. We had made a reservation 2 days prior to visiting the restaurant. When we asked to change our seat, the hostess said that the manager said there was no negotiating on tables on Saturday night (11/29). For a bill of nearly $150 for two people (w tip) that is a super lame excuse. The food was average at best. The atmosphere was not good, and I would not recommend this restaurant. Poor management leaving a rude person to greet people. I would send her and her manager packing.
The food was exceptional! The service was also very good. The server (I think Stephanie?). Was extremely pleasant and helpful. The place was crowded which made it louder but more energetic than loud. We enjoyed the atmosphere. My only feedback it regarding the hostess. A nice young lady but needs to be training to at minimum say hello and smile. And communicate. We had a reservation and she just arrived at the host stand and asked if we had a reservation and stared at her iPad screen do a very long time, grabbed menus and started to walk to the table. The people behind us thought it was hysterical and it was kind of funny but for a restaurant of this caliber they can do much better with training . A bad first impression for us but the waitress and chefs more than overcompensate for that. We will def go back!
Sandwiches were terrific, and the staff were all great. Best spot for lunch in Andover IMHO.
Decent food. Apps should be served with a serving spoon or fork so people don't use their own silverware. - they weren't finger foods. There are way too many kids if you go before 7:30 PM which is fine if you're ok with that It's definitely more of a family vibe so wouldn't go there for date night. The flourless chocolate cake was hard, couldn't even cut with a fork. This was the comment from our guest who owns an Italian bakery. After trying it, we all agreed. Tiramisu was ok. Bar scene is definitely better than the dining room.
Nice dinner overall, super overpriced. We had the fried calamari which they should change the batter on as it was sopped up in oil. The arancini were on the sauce was very good. Dinner was the shrimp scampi - nice but dry shrimp cooked perfectly. Missing a little cream or cheese. The. Bolognese was very nice, I would give another option for the noodle. I'm pregnant so no drinks but they looked delish. Service was mid, nothing overly nice or welcoming. This being a high scale Lupoli family restaurant, I expected more.
The salmon filet was absolutely delectable, accompanied by perfectly cooked new potatoes and nice crisp arugula. A lovely plate, well balanced and delicious.
It was our first time going to 34 Park and it was a Sunday night. The food was decent but the service was incredibly slow. It took 20 minutes just to get our drinks. Dinner had to be close to an hour after we put the order in. We ordered an appetizer which wasn't delivered until they served the entrees. 2nd drinks were ordered before we were finished with our meal but weren't delivered until after everyone had finished. Not sure if this is typical service but we won't be going back anytime soon.
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Must have a newer chef. Food not what it used to be. Do not order the chicken piccata - the chick was fine but the pasta was very overcooked and slimy.
I was pleasantly surprised with the food, service and overall experience. Everyone was welcoming and attentive. I will definitely be returning. Maybe try their brunch on Sundays. The only negative was the parking. It was a Saturday night so that could have compounded the problem. Overall... I would highly recommend this eating establishment.
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
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Panos was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Panos was wonderful and the food was great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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