I went to Wink and Nod on the recommendation of a friend, and it was the right choice to celebrate my brother's birthday. We stopped by during Chef Valentine Howell's Black Cat residency, and the experience was a delight in every way. The drinks and service (from Jesse), and ambiance were amazing. This box isn't big enough to speak truthfully about the food. Suffice to say, I CANNOT WAIT until Chef Valentine open's his own place. When talent like his works hard, we all win, and this man (and his wife - teamwork makes the dream work!) throws down. Please stop by if you have the chance, whether for food or just drinks, though I highly recommend you catch Chef Valentine while he's there (only until June I believe). The sticker price can lean high, especially for some of the beverages. But talent cost money (as does rent in the South End lol), and all the employees there are on top of their game. Live a little, and treat yourself!
Maria
The food was 10/10! I would definitely recommend this restaurant. The service was immaculate from booking the reservation to the minute, we walked in we were greeted and seated right away. Our waiter was amazing. He went above and beyond, explaining all the dishes and drinks, and he was very, very knowledgeable. Even the chef came out to talk to us for a little bit and he truly is an amazing chef. Definitely recommend this restaurant. It is a 10 out of 10 would definitely go back in a heart beat. Try the patties! I 100% recommend the patties .
Tim
Really fun food, great drinks,friendly service and cozy space. My only quibble is that the place gets loud fast.
Michael
5 stars across the board! The food is amazing! While I usually lean toward meat or fish, the exquisite bartender/server (Katie) said I should have the cabbage. Taking her advice was one of the best decisions I've made in quite some time. The 1/2 head of cabbage was grilled, with jerk butter confit cabbage, spiced carrot puree, salsa macha and a plantain crumble. I have never tasted anything quite like it! The bartenders and servers were wonderful as well. All were knowledgeable, attentive and amiable. The ambience is also unique, with a definite speakeasy kinda feel. I highly recommend this place. Whether you just want to stop by for a drink (or two), or sit down for a unique dining experience, you can't go wrong.
Will
Service was a bit slow, not sure if that's a regular thing but the drinks and food were good!
Jesse
Absolutely one of the best meals we've had in Boston. We went specifically to try their highly rated espresso martinis. Those did not disappoint. Amazing. What we were surprised with is their new chef had just started for the next six month residency period. The Afro Caribbean food was simply stunning. We enjoyed the Djon Djon Rice, the Pattie, the Skewer, and the pork belly. Nothing disappointed and each left us wishing we'd ordered more. We topped it off with the ginger cake, which also stunned. Five stars will totally be going back.
Pablo Alcántara Bailey
Too noisy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jennifer
The drinks were wonderful and the food was excellent. Portion sizes were excellent, we all walked away happy and want to come back.
Stephan
Drinks and food were fantastic. Waitress was very sub par, which was too bad for such a unique spot
Andrea \u0026 Derrick F.
Emily is the BEST server. She was so attentive and thoughtful. Her suggestions regarding the menu were spot on, the food was delicious, and she surprised us with a birthday treat for our friend. The atmosphere is cool and we would definitely go back.
10/10! Food was great, and honestly I think it’s worth going just for the drinks! Ask for Xavier for a wonderful experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Tracey
Having been twice - service is very slow. Food is decent but for the price and the wait you'd think that it would be a better
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Stephanie
Beautiful restaurant but for the price, we were expecting more. Drinks were alright, the tuna tartar and chicken were okay, and I don't know what they were doing with the plantain chips and aioli. They didn't pair well together. The saving grace of the evening was the steak with chimichuri sauce. It was delicious!
nick beal
Arrived without reservations at shortly after 6pm on a Saturday, and were promptly sat. Our server was nice, and checked in often but still gave us space to enjoy our evening. Good atmosphere. Food was overall good, we had the carnitas tacos as a app, carne asada frites, a chicken entree, tres leches and the caramel apple cheesecake special. We unfortunately waited nearly 20min for the tacos, having ordered them before the restaurant was even half full. The entrees came out just over 5min after the tacos feeling a bit rushed. Steak was cooked perfectly and so was the chicken, but chicken was lacking much needed salt. Deserts came out quick after we ordered and were amazing though. We got four different drinks. Presentation was great but only one was a real standout, with the other three being just alright. For $20 each, every drink should be astounding. Unfortunately three of them were lacking balance. Each needed more sugar, and more acid, leaving them to taste like slightly watered down booze.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Grant Gaydos
First time visiting last Friday. Had a drink with a friend at a table. The atmosphere is really cool and I was excited that I might have found a fun new bar, but after waiting about 20 minutes for two cocktails I was a bit put off when the drinks were not very well made. The negroni I ordered was very off balance and pretty mediocre for a place that touts itself as a cocktail bar. I can forgive one drink being less than great, but not at the $25 price tag for each.
I went to Wink and Nod on the recommendation of a friend, and it was the right choice to celebrate my brother's birthday. We stopped by during Chef Valentine Howell's Black Cat residency, and the experience was a delight in every way. The drinks and service (from Jesse), and ambiance were amazing. This box isn't big enough to speak truthfully about the food. Suffice to say, I CANNOT WAIT until Chef Valentine open's his own place. When talent like his works hard, we all win, and this man (and his wife - teamwork makes the dream work!) throws down. Please stop by if you have the chance, whether for food or just drinks, though I highly recommend you catch Chef Valentine while he's there (only until June I believe). The sticker price can lean high, especially for some of the beverages. But talent cost money (as does rent in the South End lol), and all the employees there are on top of their game. Live a little, and treat yourself!
The food was 10/10! I would definitely recommend this restaurant. The service was immaculate from booking the reservation to the minute, we walked in we were greeted and seated right away. Our waiter was amazing. He went above and beyond, explaining all the dishes and drinks, and he was very, very knowledgeable. Even the chef came out to talk to us for a little bit and he truly is an amazing chef. Definitely recommend this restaurant. It is a 10 out of 10 would definitely go back in a heart beat. Try the patties! I 100% recommend the patties .
Really fun food, great drinks,friendly service and cozy space. My only quibble is that the place gets loud fast.
5 stars across the board! The food is amazing! While I usually lean toward meat or fish, the exquisite bartender/server (Katie) said I should have the cabbage. Taking her advice was one of the best decisions I've made in quite some time. The 1/2 head of cabbage was grilled, with jerk butter confit cabbage, spiced carrot puree, salsa macha and a plantain crumble. I have never tasted anything quite like it! The bartenders and servers were wonderful as well. All were knowledgeable, attentive and amiable. The ambience is also unique, with a definite speakeasy kinda feel. I highly recommend this place. Whether you just want to stop by for a drink (or two), or sit down for a unique dining experience, you can't go wrong.
Service was a bit slow, not sure if that's a regular thing but the drinks and food were good!
Absolutely one of the best meals we've had in Boston. We went specifically to try their highly rated espresso martinis. Those did not disappoint. Amazing. What we were surprised with is their new chef had just started for the next six month residency period. The Afro Caribbean food was simply stunning. We enjoyed the Djon Djon Rice, the Pattie, the Skewer, and the pork belly. Nothing disappointed and each left us wishing we'd ordered more. We topped it off with the ginger cake, which also stunned. Five stars will totally be going back.
Too noisy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
The drinks were wonderful and the food was excellent. Portion sizes were excellent, we all walked away happy and want to come back.
Drinks and food were fantastic. Waitress was very sub par, which was too bad for such a unique spot
Emily is the BEST server. She was so attentive and thoughtful. Her suggestions regarding the menu were spot on, the food was delicious, and she surprised us with a birthday treat for our friend. The atmosphere is cool and we would definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
10/10! Food was great, and honestly I think it’s worth going just for the drinks! Ask for Xavier for a wonderful experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Having been twice - service is very slow. Food is decent but for the price and the wait you'd think that it would be a better
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Beautiful restaurant but for the price, we were expecting more. Drinks were alright, the tuna tartar and chicken were okay, and I don't know what they were doing with the plantain chips and aioli. They didn't pair well together. The saving grace of the evening was the steak with chimichuri sauce. It was delicious!
Arrived without reservations at shortly after 6pm on a Saturday, and were promptly sat. Our server was nice, and checked in often but still gave us space to enjoy our evening. Good atmosphere. Food was overall good, we had the carnitas tacos as a app, carne asada frites, a chicken entree, tres leches and the caramel apple cheesecake special. We unfortunately waited nearly 20min for the tacos, having ordered them before the restaurant was even half full. The entrees came out just over 5min after the tacos feeling a bit rushed. Steak was cooked perfectly and so was the chicken, but chicken was lacking much needed salt. Deserts came out quick after we ordered and were amazing though. We got four different drinks. Presentation was great but only one was a real standout, with the other three being just alright. For $20 each, every drink should be astounding. Unfortunately three of them were lacking balance. Each needed more sugar, and more acid, leaving them to taste like slightly watered down booze.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
First time visiting last Friday. Had a drink with a friend at a table. The atmosphere is really cool and I was excited that I might have found a fun new bar, but after waiting about 20 minutes for two cocktails I was a bit put off when the drinks were not very well made. The negroni I ordered was very off balance and pretty mediocre for a place that touts itself as a cocktail bar. I can forgive one drink being less than great, but not at the $25 price tag for each.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 3
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