My wife and I, went here for our anniversary dinner. Upon walking in the bar area was pretty loud, but once they bring you back into the dining area the noise is quite muffled so you are more than able to have a conversation. Our waitress was wonderful. Really personable and friendly, but also incredibly attentive. Provided wonderful wine recommendations for my wife that paired well with the multi course meal. For dinner we got the 7 course tasting menu and this has to be one of the top 3 meals we have ever had. Each course was delicious and for $155 per person it feels like a steal. It is a when, not an if we will back.
Stephen Spinelli
I love this place - especially for its bar and bar menu. It is ridiculous that they don’t offer their delicious pizzas and bar menu in the restaurant. Prices in the restaurant area are steep, and I guess I can see why the bar is hopping and this part of Troquet is a ghost town…
Nancy Shilepsky
Great place for a late lunch.
Lenny Altieri
Loved the setting and our main courses of the veal chop and sirloin were great but.. we ordered the 6 Oysters app and what a let down. I have never seen smaller oysters in my life. If you put all five together you would have half the size of a routine Wellfleet oyster. I am shocked that one could actually harvest oysters that small.
Sharon Richardson-O'Connell
The servers were excellent and helpful . The space is small and intermit. Great for date night. Nosie level okay. The front staff person appear annoyed because he did not want us to wait for two late arrivals. Even though we order a bottle of champagne while we waited. The rolls were great ,appetizers good and main dishes were mixed. Halibut iver salty as was the duck. Risotto tasty and Pea Pasta dish was good. The bathroom I would recommend not using. They smelled and were unclean.
Brittany Ohlson
The restaurant itself is beautiful aesthetically with ambient lighting and comfortable seating, however there was a disconnect in regard to hospitality and we found the food. In regard to hospitality our server was great she was very attentive however we had a poor interaction with what I assume was a manager…
We had reservations for a party of 4, half of our party arrived on time at 5:30 and were sat. While waiting for the rest of our group to arrive we ordered a bottle of champagne and were relaxing when we were approached by a gentleman at 5:50pm who I believe was a manager. He asked if we were waiting for the rest of our party which we stated yes to, then he asked how much longer they would be as “The 6pm dinner rush was coming in for their reservations.” We were caught off guard by this as we were just getting settled which made us feel very unwelcome.
As someone who has worked in hospitality I can understand if there are time constraints and how accommodating parties can be challenging if a table is lingering. However, taking into consideration we had only been there 20 minutes, had reservations which placed a hold on my credit card that would charge me if members of our party were unable to attend, and had ordered a bottle of champagne that was $100+, being approached regarding this was extremely off putting and inhospitable, not to mention the rest of our party who is 65+ arrived a few minutes after this interaction.
Regarding the food: Oysters- small in size a little overpriced Escargot- good portion sized and flavor Duck- was cooked perfectly however was a little over salted Halibut- cooked beautifully as well but salty Risotto- good flavor not too salty Pasta- good flavor and portioned perfectly
Overall, based on our experience this place is a solid 3.5, with so many options in Boston I’d probably go somewhere else like Yvonne’s or Ruka.
Teavy Leonardson
We recently dined at Troquet for a special evening of milestone celebrations, and while I truly wanted to love the experience, it unfortunately fell short of expectations.
To be fair, we were informed ahead of time that the restaurant would be hosting an event later that evening, so the slightly rushed pace of the meal wasn’t entirely unexpected. Still, it did make it hard to settle in and fully enjoy what was meant to be a relaxed, celebratory dinner.
Several dishes missed the mark, especially given the price point. The wagyu steak, which we had high hopes for, lacked the tenderness and richness we anticipated, it came across as rather plain. The foie gras special also didn’t quite justify its cost, and the escargot had a flavor that felt off. On the other hand, the bone marrow appetizer was delicious and the standout of the evening. The salmon crudo and razor clam ceviche were okay but didn’t particularly impress, and while the duck and wagyu steak were fine, they weren’t especially memorable. The surprising star of the dinner was the roasted half chicken with crispy skin and moist meat that were perfectly executed.
I also have to mention the bread roll served at the beginning of the meal as it was warm, soft, and absolutely delightful. I wish the rest of the courses had maintained that level of comfort and satisfaction.
Ultimately, I left feeling a bit disappointed, especially given that we chose Troquet over three other options for such meaningful celebrations. That said, I recognize the unique circumstances of the evening, and I’m open to returning, perhaps to try their multi-course tasting menu at a more leisurely pace.
For now, I would give Troquet a 3 out of 5 stars, with genuine hope that a future visit will offer the kind of experience I know they’re capable of delivering!
Opentable Diner
We recently dined at Troquet for a special evening of milestone celebrations, and while I truly wanted to love the experience, it unfortunately fell short of expectations. To be fair, we were informed ahead of time that the restaurant would be hosting an event later that evening, so the slightly rushed pace of the meal wasn't entirely unexpected. Still, it did make it hard to settle in and fully enjoy what was meant to be a relaxed, celebratory dinner. Several dishes missed the mark, especially given the price point. The wagyu steak, which we had high hopes for, lacked the tenderness and richness we anticipated, it came across as rather plain. The foie gras special also didn't quite justify its cost, and the escargot had a flavor that felt off. On the other hand, the bone marrow appetizer was delicious and the standout of the evening. The salmon crudo and razor clam ceviche were okay but didn't particularly impress, and while the duck and wagyu steak were fine, they weren't especially memorable. The surprising star of the dinner was the roasted half chicken with crispy skin and moist meat that were perfectly executed. I also have to mention the bread roll served at the beginning of the meal as it was warm, soft, and absolutely delightful. I wish the rest of the courses had maintained that level of comfort and satisfaction. Ultimately, I left feeling a bit disappointed, especially given that we chose Troquet over three other options for such meaningful celebrations. That said, I recognize the unique circumstances of the evening, and I'm open to returning, perhaps to try their multi-course tasting menu at a more leisurely pace. For now, I would give Troquet a 3 out of 5 stars, with genuine hope that a future visit will offer the kind of experience I know they're capable of delivering!
Michael Higgins
Excellent food. Amazing whiskey and wine selection
Paul
Fantastic Friday night dinner at Troquet on South. Truly one of the best fine dining restaurants in Boston as we enjoyed a terrific night. Chris, the owner, greeted us upon arrival and also suggested a great wine pairing when stopping by our table. The food was spectacular and the service provided by our server, Rick, was equally wonderful.
Perfect evening meeting with an old friend in a relatively quiet atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious food. Expensive, but still a good value given the quality. And as a bonus, the waiter said that the kitchen accidentally shelled some additional oysters, so he brought a half dozen to us for no charge.
Christina
We used to love Troquet on South but we were so disappointed with our recent visit. Service was slow (18 minutes to order a drink), food lacked seasoning and was cold, and the extra “sparkle” of the restaurant was missing. Sad.
Marc Shavel
We popped in here for a quick lunch and it could not have been better. Anthony our server was super attentive and the food was amazing. Would certainly recommend to anyone.
Linde Van den Eede
Good food and good service for our last day in Boston. We took the five courses tasting menu. After a few days of overzealous waiters the service was quite a relief. However, pacing the courses could have been much better. Here, it was much too fast considering what we’re used in Belgium. Moreover, I ended up projectile vomiting the soufflé (although it certainly was tasty) into a boston trash can…
Given the price and pacing, I recommend ordering a la carte instead and avoiding the soufflé.
Shannon Gerow
This a must-visit restaurant in Boston. The food, service, drinks, and ambience are all top-notch. I would eat here for the bread and butter alone. Great French wine selection and the perfect balance of fine-dining without pretention. Highly recommend!
My wife and I, went here for our anniversary dinner. Upon walking in the bar area was pretty loud, but once they bring you back into the dining area the noise is quite muffled so you are more than able to have a conversation.
Our waitress was wonderful. Really personable and friendly, but also incredibly attentive. Provided wonderful wine recommendations for my wife that paired well with the multi course meal.
For dinner we got the 7 course tasting menu and this has to be one of the top 3 meals we have ever had. Each course was delicious and for $155 per person it feels like a steal.
It is a when, not an if we will back.
I love this place - especially for its bar and bar menu. It is ridiculous that they don’t offer their delicious pizzas and bar menu in the restaurant. Prices in the restaurant area are steep, and I guess I can see why the bar is hopping and this part of Troquet is a ghost town…
Great place for a late lunch.
Loved the setting and our main courses of the veal chop and sirloin were great but.. we ordered the 6 Oysters app and what a let down. I have never seen smaller oysters in my life. If you put all five together you would have half the size of a routine Wellfleet oyster. I am shocked that one could actually harvest oysters that small.
The servers were excellent and helpful . The space is small and intermit. Great for date night. Nosie level okay. The front staff person appear annoyed because he did not want us to wait for two late arrivals. Even though we order a bottle of champagne while we waited. The rolls were great ,appetizers good and main dishes were mixed. Halibut iver salty as was the duck. Risotto tasty and Pea Pasta dish was good. The bathroom I would recommend not using. They smelled and were unclean.
The restaurant itself is beautiful aesthetically with ambient lighting and comfortable seating, however there was a disconnect in regard to hospitality and we found the food. In regard to hospitality our server was great she was very attentive however we had a poor interaction with what I assume was a manager…
We had reservations for a party of 4, half of our party arrived on time at 5:30 and were sat. While waiting for the rest of our group to arrive we ordered a bottle of champagne and were relaxing when we were approached by a gentleman at 5:50pm who I believe was a manager. He asked if we were waiting for the rest of our party which we stated yes to, then he asked how much longer they would be as “The 6pm dinner rush was coming in for their reservations.” We were caught off guard by this as we were just getting settled which made us feel very unwelcome.
As someone who has worked in hospitality I can understand if there are time constraints and how accommodating parties can be challenging if a table is lingering. However, taking into consideration we had only been there 20 minutes, had reservations which placed a hold on my credit card that would charge me if members of our party were unable to attend, and had ordered a bottle of champagne that was $100+, being approached regarding this was extremely off putting and inhospitable, not to mention the rest of our party who is 65+ arrived a few minutes after this interaction.
Regarding the food:
Oysters- small in size a little overpriced
Escargot- good portion sized and flavor
Duck- was cooked perfectly however was a little over salted
Halibut- cooked beautifully as well but salty
Risotto- good flavor not too salty
Pasta- good flavor and portioned perfectly
Overall, based on our experience this place is a solid 3.5, with so many options in Boston I’d probably go somewhere else like Yvonne’s or Ruka.
We recently dined at Troquet for a special evening of milestone celebrations, and while I truly wanted to love the experience, it unfortunately fell short of expectations.
To be fair, we were informed ahead of time that the restaurant would be hosting an event later that evening, so the slightly rushed pace of the meal wasn’t entirely unexpected. Still, it did make it hard to settle in and fully enjoy what was meant to be a relaxed, celebratory dinner.
Several dishes missed the mark, especially given the price point. The wagyu steak, which we had high hopes for, lacked the tenderness and richness we anticipated, it came across as rather plain. The foie gras special also didn’t quite justify its cost, and the escargot had a flavor that felt off. On the other hand, the bone marrow appetizer was delicious and the standout of the evening. The salmon crudo and razor clam ceviche were okay but didn’t particularly impress, and while the duck and wagyu steak were fine, they weren’t especially memorable. The surprising star of the dinner was the roasted half chicken with crispy skin and moist meat that were perfectly executed.
I also have to mention the bread roll served at the beginning of the meal as it was warm, soft, and absolutely delightful. I wish the rest of the courses had maintained that level of comfort and satisfaction.
Ultimately, I left feeling a bit disappointed, especially given that we chose Troquet over three other options for such meaningful celebrations. That said, I recognize the unique circumstances of the evening, and I’m open to returning, perhaps to try their multi-course tasting menu at a more leisurely pace.
For now, I would give Troquet a 3 out of 5 stars, with genuine hope that a future visit will offer the kind of experience I know they’re capable of delivering!
We recently dined at Troquet for a special evening of milestone celebrations, and while I truly wanted to love the experience, it unfortunately fell short of expectations. To be fair, we were informed ahead of time that the restaurant would be hosting an event later that evening, so the slightly rushed pace of the meal wasn't entirely unexpected. Still, it did make it hard to settle in and fully enjoy what was meant to be a relaxed, celebratory dinner. Several dishes missed the mark, especially given the price point. The wagyu steak, which we had high hopes for, lacked the tenderness and richness we anticipated, it came across as rather plain. The foie gras special also didn't quite justify its cost, and the escargot had a flavor that felt off. On the other hand, the bone marrow appetizer was delicious and the standout of the evening. The salmon crudo and razor clam ceviche were okay but didn't particularly impress, and while the duck and wagyu steak were fine, they weren't especially memorable. The surprising star of the dinner was the roasted half chicken with crispy skin and moist meat that were perfectly executed. I also have to mention the bread roll served at the beginning of the meal as it was warm, soft, and absolutely delightful. I wish the rest of the courses had maintained that level of comfort and satisfaction. Ultimately, I left feeling a bit disappointed, especially given that we chose Troquet over three other options for such meaningful celebrations. That said, I recognize the unique circumstances of the evening, and I'm open to returning, perhaps to try their multi-course tasting menu at a more leisurely pace. For now, I would give Troquet a 3 out of 5 stars, with genuine hope that a future visit will offer the kind of experience I know they're capable of delivering!
Excellent food. Amazing whiskey and wine selection
Fantastic Friday night dinner at Troquet on South. Truly one of the best fine dining restaurants in Boston as we enjoyed a terrific night. Chris, the owner, greeted us upon arrival and also suggested a great wine pairing when stopping by our table. The food was spectacular and the service provided by our server, Rick, was equally wonderful.
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Perfect evening meeting with an old friend in a relatively quiet atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious food. Expensive, but still a good value given the quality. And as a bonus, the waiter said that the kitchen accidentally shelled some additional oysters, so he brought a half dozen to us for no charge.
We used to love Troquet on South but we were so disappointed with our recent visit. Service was slow (18 minutes to order a drink), food lacked seasoning and was cold, and the extra “sparkle” of the restaurant was missing. Sad.
We popped in here for a quick lunch and it could not have been better. Anthony our server was super attentive and the food was amazing. Would certainly recommend to anyone.
Good food and good service for our last day in Boston. We took the five courses tasting menu. After a few days of overzealous waiters the service was quite a relief. However, pacing the courses could have been much better. Here, it was much too fast considering what we’re used in Belgium.
Moreover, I ended up projectile vomiting the soufflé (although it certainly was tasty) into a boston trash can…
Given the price and pacing, I recommend ordering a la carte instead and avoiding the soufflé.
This a must-visit restaurant in Boston. The food, service, drinks, and ambience are all top-notch. I would eat here for the bread and butter alone. Great French wine selection and the perfect balance of fine-dining without pretention. Highly recommend!
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