Restaurant Review: Excelsior, Boston

This is another Bostonian gem oft forgotten. It can be pricey but well worth the value with such caring and knowledgable staff and beautiful decor.

As soon as you arrive the first thing you notice is the Focal Point... a stunning 3-Story Glass wine tower home to some 6000 to 7000 bottles. It is truly a site to behold.

To actually get to the chrome and glass dining rooms (yes 2) on the second and third flours you get to step into an all glass elevator tucked inside of that very wine tower. amazing experience in and of itself.

Once seated you will notice a spectacular view of the Boston Public Garden. that to is memorable and inviting.

The food is wonderful and if you go multiple times you will notice Eric Brennon's amazing art of constantly changing his american style menu. I Loved the Rack of Lamb with Spinokopida (not sure how to spell and my greek Fiancee will kill me *L*) a syrah based sauce and yumy feta cheese. it was truly amazing. The desert list was sparse and I have yet to enjoy it since I am so full from the generous portions.

The wine list is a nice balance of old and new world regions and I saw what looked like 30+ wines available by glass and a nice array of split bottles.

For those more adventurous they have quite a selection of rare and hard to find bottles.

All in all a truly elegant dining experience. and a great place to enjoy a wonderful evening with one whom you adore.

Check out their beautifully designed and well organized website at http://www.excelsiorrestaurant.com

Cheers!

Comments: 14

Jenn S. Jan 20, 2006, 3:15pm EST

I've been inside but never actually eaten or drank there but I have been DYING to try it! Now I am definitely going to have to. Thanks!

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Jesse Streb Jan 20, 2006, 3:16pm EST

I was there once and it is quite the experience. makes my want to go back. thanks for the memories.

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Carl Rosendorf Jan 20, 2006, 3:27pm EST

Great choice - one of my favorites. What are your top 5 in Boston?

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Johann Von Aurend Jan 20, 2006, 3:31pm EST

Hi Carl.

Hmm I would say in no perticular order

Number 9 Park
Excelsior
Grille 23
Radius
and Les Zygomates

what are your favourites?

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Maria Dawson Jan 23, 2006, 5:58pm EST

What do you think of Mistral, Shaun, oh restaurant reviewer extraordinaire? Just had my first experience there, and the filet pizza and lobster ravioli were oh-so-yummy.

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David C. Jan 23, 2006, 8:49pm EST

Excelsior sounds lke it must be tried. Craigie Street Bistro is one I'd definitely put in my top 5; Oleana is another. And I always love Olives...need to think about my other 2!

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Alexander Steele Jan 25, 2006, 3:46pm EST

Brown Sugar is the best Thai food IMO

Does JP Licks count? :)

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KENDRA STANTON LEE Jan 25, 2006, 4:02pm EST

I wanted to hear more about the food! You will have to let us know upon your return if you have any recommendations for us. Or perhaps I will just have to let you know myself. Thanks!

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Jim Bostick Jan 25, 2006, 6:42pm EST

So Shaun, When are you and Melissa going to invite out to dinner with you? My mouth is watering.

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Nancy S. Jan 25, 2006, 7:43pm EST

This is definitely a place worth trying!

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Nancy S. Jan 25, 2006, 7:49pm EST

By the way, I checked the site..... sounds great, but $41. for a sirloin? Yikes! This is definitely an "event" place.

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Jeremy leeds Jan 26, 2006, 3:54pm EST

Wow this place sounds amazing but $41.00 for a steak? now I know Boston is known to be expensive but in Ohio I can buy the whole cow for that! and have fresh milk and butter to boot!

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