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Buttermilk & Bourbon

4.7
4.7
2886 Reviews
$30 and under
Regional American (Southern)
Takeout and delivery services are available via our website and Uber Eats. There are three options for seating: Standard (Indoors), High-Top (Indoors), and Outdoors. If one of these options does not appear, it is because we are currently booked for that type of seating during the date and time you are seeking. We offer a fifteen-minute grace period and ask that you call us if you will be running late or your reservation may be canceled. We allow an hour and a half for a reservation of 2 guests and 2 hours for reservations consisting of 3 or more guests. All outdoor patio reservations are subject to being canceled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 133 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Regional American (Southern), Comfort Food, Tapas / Small Plates

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 266-1122

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Jason Santos

  • Private party facilities

    Throw an unforgettable event New Orleans style! We offer semi-private and private space in one of our 3 rooms, or book all 3! We have a massive patio for semi-private & private functions as well.

  • Neighbourhood

    Back Bay

  • Cross Street

    Dartmouth Street

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking, Back Bay Station Garage

  • Public Transit

    Green Line: CopleyOrange Line: Back Bay Station

  • Entertainment

    3 different rooms designed to give the ambiance of the many energies in New Orleans, our fresh & bright Garden District; elegant French Quarters room with reclaimed church pews and arched wooden ceilings; Voodoo lounge filled with mystery & cocktails. As well as our Bourbon Street area with a la carte raw bar and Hurricane's on draft. Warm weather brings out patio & outdoor lounge, perfect for warm days, beignets and people watching. All while the best of NOLA Jazz plays in the background.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,886 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. DellaS

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    The food was so-so and the waiter was doing double duty - seemed to be the only one there. No vegetables at all available. 2 salads, which were good. The ribs were just okay. The fried chicken was good while it was hot, but we waited and waited for the biscuits, so we could eat them together. I wouldn’t say it was a terrible experience but I’m sure I won’t bother going back.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Loud rap music and dungeon like atmosphere. Waited 20 minutes for server who never came and walked out. I would avoid this place like the plague
  3. Jimbole

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friendly server, good food, nice outdoor ambiance.
  4. Erin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Food was super super yummy loved everything we tried (especially the salmon!). Service was noticeable a little slow but it was a Saturday night so it was understandable and didn’t take away from the experience. Would love to come again for lunch sometime!
  5. JennaE

    New England

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is amazing, it is tapas style. HIGHLY recommend the sliders, ribs, biscuits, salmon, croquettes. It was amazing food! Came from Worcester to try Jason Santos food and definitely NOT disappointed. Will be back for date night again!
  6. WayneG

    New England

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Service was slow. We had to ask Hostess to have a waitress come over after 30 minutes sitting at the table. Food was fair but reasonably priced. They bring the food out as it is ready so our french fries came out 10 minutes before the main dish. Would not rush back.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience4
    We had a number of people in our party with dietary restrictions. Have never been to a restaurant that was less able to accommodate those restrictions.
  8. Hannah

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    EXCELLENT FOOD!! Everything we ordered was delicious. Perfect for a quick and relaxing bit after shopping on Newbury St. I've been multiple times and have always had a great experience. Get the chicken sliders and gravy fries for sure. Fun for lunch or a dinner/night out. I look forward to trying their brunch menu!
  9. Hannah

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience3
    If you only get one thing, get the biscuits. Best biscuits I have ever had! The mac&cheese, and fried chicken sliders were also wonderful!
  10. MatthieuH

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience5
    Fantastic food and a great restaurant. Service was poor, however, was brought the wrong dish and server did not want to bring it back even though it hadn’t been touched. Was also not very attentive and had to ask for than once.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Coastal Georgia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and great service from Edward. 10/10 recommend!
  12. Boston

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you for the tasty food at the restaurant last night
  13. WindowSeat

    New England

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My entire family repeatedly complimented my choice of this restaurant. Everyone loved the food and we had an awesome table with a semi-circle couch, so it made sharing the small plates fun and easy. Would definitely go again - great choice for a graduation lunch.
  14. JosephS

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Not only was the food delicious, but we were very lucky to have Jonathan as our server. He was not only attentive, but informative about the menu. We also didn’t have to wait long for our food or drinks. It was an overall great experience.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service! One of a kind experience in Boston.
  16. SJF13

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So glad we decided to try this place for lunch. Every dish was delicious and fresh. Service was amazing and the ambience was perfect. Definitely do the beignets!
  17. Schwaa

    Baltimore

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our waiter; he was fantastic! We started with the biscuits and forced ourselves to stop at one each so we’d have room for the dinner - but man were they tasty! My daughter devoured the chicken sliders and I enjoyed the pot pie. We both dove into the Mac and cheese yum! And finally to top it off we got the beignets 😱 A fabulous evening celebrating my daughter’s birthday!!
  18. Nestoras

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice vibe, tasty food and friendly servers.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience1
    Had a reservation for 2PM. We were started 10 minutes later and then “last call” for food/drink was at 3PM. Poor experience. If I wanted to be rushed out the door I would have opted for chic-fila instead
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome place. Southern comfort food meets tapas. Absolutely recommend.
  21. NicoleV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent outdoor seating. Great service..We had basket of biscuits, split Waygu Burgers and Chicken sliders..Both amazing. Just wish they had collard greens or brussel sprouts. Great craft beers.
  22. Chelle

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kitchen staff was fast and effective. waiter was nice and helpful. We were seated fast (we arrived a couple of minutes before our reservation time). All around it was great. Definitely one of my fave spots. Will be back!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Fired pickle So salty it was inedible, salad was drenched and service was slow and bad. False hype
  24. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is flavorful and cooked just right. Biscuits EVERYTHING! Mac n cheese PDG! Wings EVERYTHING! Shrimp n grits EVERYTHING! The drink special, and Edward’s service was OUTSTANDING! He even gave us some complimentary biscuits for Mother’s Day!
  25. CassandraT

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great food, great drinks. Everything was delicious.
  26. ErBe

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    We love the food. It is tight quarters and loud, especially when dining inside.
  27. Nandrew

    New England

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Instead of Buttermilk & Bourbon, Jason should call this place Biscuits and Beignets! Both items were the BEST I've ever tasted and I've had beignets in New Orleans! The fried chicken (we had the boneless thighs) were unfortunately a bit dry; bone-in would probably been better. The shrimp and grits were tasty, but again, the shrimp could have been cooked less.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and we liked that it was small and shareable. You could sample a lot of things for a lot less cost
  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always delicious! The ribs and honey biscuits are amazing!
  30. Kelly

    New England

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    Food has gotten a bit lazy compared to in the past and seems like there are too few servers for the amount of tables seated.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome southern food! Fried chicken sliders and beignets were the highlight but it was all wonderful!
  32. MelanieM

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I was disappointed that you guys don’t do brunch on Saturdays. I made the reservation thinking it was brunch to find out you only do brunch on Sundays. Otherwise the food and service was very good.
  33. LadyD

    New England

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We came here for lunch on Cinco de Mayo, which was a good choice because it wasn't as crowded as it usually is on a Friday. Plus they did have guac and chips. And margaritas! We split a bottle of Malbec at a great price point, ribs and burger sliders are solid as usual, biscuits are still worth every penny. IMO the chicken is not the greatest. Not a lot of flavor in the meat. I'm still looking for a great fried chicken place in Boston. Anyway, the interior is so cute, the staff is lovely, it's always a great experience.
  34. GregS

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Post graduation celebration with our daughter and three of her close friends. It was perfect.
  35. Kristine

    Philadelphia

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I went to Buttermilk & Bourbon for dinner last night, while we are in Boston for a combo business trip and vacation. I found this place on a 'best places to eat' blog and made advanced reservations. When we arrived, we were told by both hostesses that our table was not ready. We had to wait about 10 minutes past our reservation time next to the coat rack since the rest of the restaurant and bar area were jammed, but thankfully our experience got much better from there. Our server and the other staff were attentive and friendly. We enjoyed a whiskey flight and a well-mixed gin cocktail. The food was served quickly and piping hot. We loved the giant, glazed biscuits and the Nashville-style hot chicken was awesome - I saved my leftovers and plan to enjoy them soon! My husband was in heaven eating the beignets. Don't go here if you are on a diet - unless you are on a biscuit & fried chicken diet! ENJOY!
  36. SrhL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was fantastic! The food, drinks, atmosphere and service will all amazing. Definitely recommend for a fun date night in Boston.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food here is absolutely amazing and blew me away. The combination of flavors and ingredients used exceptional. Every dish was flavorful and delicious. We got four orders for two people and were stuffed by the end. Service was amazing and we were seated in a dark Room off the bar that was so cozy.
  38. GorgeousC

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was was amazing from being seated to ordering and fast food delivery but overall I’d say I’ll definitely be visiting again.
  39. PushyamiK

    Jackson Hole

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for my graduation party with my family. Everything was fab!!!
  40. AdrianoG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service. The fried chicken is exceptional

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Buttermilk & Bourbon using the Order Online button. Buttermilk & Bourbon also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 266-1122.

Buttermilk & Bourbon is rated 4.7 stars by 2886 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 133 times today
Google Map for Buttermilk & Bourbon

160 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Dartmouth Street

  • Neighbourhood

    Back Bay

  • Hours of Operation

    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Regional American (Southern), Comfort Food, Tapas / Small Plates

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    Street Parking, Back Bay Station Garage

  • Public Transit

    Green Line: CopleyOrange Line: Back Bay Station

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Jason Santos

  • Entertainment

    3 different rooms designed to give the ambiance of the many energies in New Orleans, our fresh & bright Garden District; elegant French Quarters room with reclaimed church pews and arched wooden ceilings; Voodoo lounge filled with mystery & cocktails. As well as our Bourbon Street area with a la carte raw bar and Hurricane's on draft. Warm weather brings out patio & outdoor lounge, perfect for warm days, beignets and people watching. All while the best of NOLA Jazz plays in the background.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (617) 266-1122

  • Private party facilities

    Throw an unforgettable event New Orleans style! We offer semi-private and private space in one of our 3 rooms, or book all 3! We have a massive patio for semi-private & private functions as well.

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