Don’t Tell Aunty

I’m giving Don’t Tell Aunty a solid 3 out of 5. The food was actually really great—we were dining with an Indian friend who confirmed the flavors were on point and authentic, which definitely says a lot. The drinks were also good, and the atmosphere was lively and enjoyable. Making a reservation was super easy, which I appreciated. That said, the experience was a little disappointing on the service side. As soon as we sat down, we were told we only had 90 minutes, which is fine if the service is quick and efficient. Unfortunately, it took quite a while for someone to bring us waters and to take our order. It just felt a little off—if you're going to limit dining time, the staff should be prompt from the start. At the end of our meal, they politely but firmly asked us to leave because another party was waiting, which made us feel rushed. Nobody wants to feel like they’re being pushed out, especially when the service wasn’t exactly fast to begin with. Also, as expected in Boston, parking can be tricky—there’s very limited street parking and garages nearby can be pricey. Overall: ✔️ Great food ✔️ Good drinks ✔️ Nice vibe ✔️ Easy reservations ❌ Slow service ❌ Rushed at the end ❌ Tough parking Would I go back? Maybe, but I’d go knowing I’m on a tight clock and I’d hope the service matches that pace.

The atmosphere was incredible, and they even had a giant fake tree in the middle of the restaurant that looked incredible. The service was great, sending out our drinks at a rapid pace, then doing the same with our food. Speaking of the food, it could have been better. The chicken options were great, and so were the drinks. I especially enjoyed the Indian fusion chicken wings. But the vegetarian options were scarce, and though they were okay, they didn’t meet the standard that we expected of them. Overall, it is definitely worth going to.

Creative Indian Fusion & Cocktails place near Fenway and Backbay area in Boston “Don’t Tell Auntie” is a fun, modern spot in Boston’s Fenway/Back Bay area, perfect for after-work drinks and inventive Indian-inspired bites. The appetizers and cocktails are the real stars here—bold flavors, creative twists, and beautifully presented. 👍 Highlights: - Appetizers: Packed with flavor—we loved the unique fusion twists! - Cocktails: Absolutely delicious, well-balanced, and worth coming back for. - Vibe: Trendy, energetic, and great for small groups or casual dates. 👎 Skip: The naan—unfortunately, it tasted store-bought and reheated, not fresh like you’d expect from an Indian restaurant. Overall, a solid pick if you’re looking for creative small plates and excellent drinks in the area. Just stick to the appetizers and cocktails, and you’ll have a great time!🍸✨

Don’t Tell Aunty was a bit of a disappointment even though I was very excited about this new, local Indian establishment with a modern twist. The atmosphere is excellent; interior was nicely decorated with colorful light. I cannot believe this used to be the Boloco I frequently visited. While the Bollywood tunes were blasting to create the ambiance, it made it hard to have conversations and the bass was a bit overpowering. I think it could be a fun experience for drinks or pre-game before going out in Boston. I wished this restaurant printed out its menu, as the digital menu was hard to browse and understand which options were must-try’s versus the usual South Indian affairs. The appetizers were definitely on the smaller portion, perhaps taking the “tapas” experience a bit too far. Even the naans and rotis were not truly sharable for more than 2 people. I recommend the okra fries. I enjoyed the Goan fish curry the most. The Paneer curry was flavorful, but I could not actually find any pieces of paneer. The butter chicken dish was a bit too sweet for my likings and only had 2-3 pieces of chicken. I appreciated the attention of our server with recommendations. However, the dessert suggestion of gulab jamun cheesecake was a miss. The cheesecake was warm, flavorless, and felt like I was eating a hunk of cream cheese. Overall, it might be interesting to try once, but I’m not sure I would visit again. This Indian gastropub neither serves stellar Indian dishes nor western pub affairs.

Restaurant is still in soft launch and pays great attention to its service and food presentation. Interesting menu, loved the rasam ramen and chai infused cocktail, Mango lassi cheese cake was a standout. Lamb vindaloo was tasty but the potato was way undercooked, biggest let down was paneer maggi which was promptly replaced and taken off the bill. Lovely ambience, looking forward to a second visit soon!

I absolutely love this place. A bar with indian food, and fusion recipes?! Sign me up. Came here several months back as part of a soft opening with a friend. We came hungry and left very happy. Our waiter was Prasad, who was wonderful to get us seated, very eager to explain the menu to us, and answer questions. We ordered various food items to test out the different items on the menu. Very surprised at how fresh the kale chaat was, and loved that initial dish to get things started! The Madurai fish fry was a great set of flavors -- loved the chutney (keep the spice; maybe add a little more). The kati rolls was terrific - keep the keema as is, and my friend really enjoyed the Kerala fried chicken sandwich. The parle-G ice cream sandwich though was probbaly the best ending I could have imagined. So light and filled with nostalgia! For price, it is definitely average considering the area. For parking, I highly recommend getting there early as street parking in that area of the restaurant is tough to find. However, the food, atmosphere, and service are all well worth it. Bonus points to Ankita, the manager, for coming out and asking about our experience at the end. Since we came in the middle of the day, we did not get drinks. That said, it's only further reason to come again soon! Thank you for having us, and hope Don't Tell Aunty is successful!

⸻ Loved the place! The drinks were decent — tried both mocktails and cocktails. Starters and fries were really good. The rumali roti was excellent, especially with the aunty ji paneer curry and mushroom fried rice. The paneer curry and fried rice were absolutely amazing — fried rice tasted like authentic Indo-Chinese food after such a long time. That bold Hakka flavor was just mind-blowing! The food flavours and spices were exactly to the point. Being a bengali I can say a must try one. Ended the meal with a mango cheesecake, which was quite good. A must try place. Loud music with beats amazing ambience. I would ask the owner to introduce a full indo chinese menu on their menu list including veg and non veg items like haka noodles, dry chilly chicken, chilli paneer etc. Plus if they can put more vegeterian option as well that would be great.

Absolutely loved every second spent here - the food, the music, the staff - everything was impressive. All the cocktails were amazing. I would go back for Durga Complex anyday. We tried a few dishes - my favourite were the podi wings and butter chicken croquettes. The Parle-G sandwiches were a nostalgic elevation to a basic ice-cream sandwich.