Lower Mills Tavern

Bar staff were an absolute pleasure to talk too. Very friendly, funny, and outgoing. The steak and eggs dish, they made the steak perfectly. Not overcooked, especially with it being flank steak, and just a great amount of seasoning. Duke of Dorchester Spicy Tequila, I had 5-6 of them, highly reccomend. Expresso martini also a great choice. Would happily Come back

I love coming here! I have to say it’s our, “go to” spot. The food and drinks are delicious every time. It’s an added bonus that the staff is very friendly and recognizes their regulars. I also appreciate this place for the vegan options they provide!

Very very pleased with every aspect of Lower Mills. Reserving a table was really easy, service was super quick, and atmosphere was fantastic (great Christmas decorations). The mix drinks are very good and they make them pretty strong, prices are standard for the area (which isn’t low) but they don’t overcharge. Food was also priced reasonably and very good, the coleslaw and pickles on the sweet and hot chicken sandwich was phenomenal. If I had to add some negatives it would be that I think they could give slightly larger portions but I admit that’s being nitpicky. Awesome place to grab some drinks and bites with friends or go on a date, definitely a 5 star review and I will be coming back. Also would like to add that we went on a Saturday for the live music and Brian Sances put on a great set, very skilled musician.

My server, Bridget, taught me about coleslaw, and it was worth it. The price is fantastic. The food is fantastic, and parking is a horrible mess, though. I am definitely coming back regardless of the parking.

Had a great time at Lower Mills Tavern! The food was tasty, came out quick, and the service was awesome. Specifically my server Jake F was personable, very responsive, and made sure to tell the kitchen of my food allergies. Overall would highly recommend, and will be coming back for the service and food!

Great local spot. Good quality food. Pleasant service. I've gone here a "few" times and have tried different things on the menu. The French Toast is a best seller for me. The Cinnamon swirl pancakes, delicious. The Beet/Arugula Salad is pretty good as well. Home fries were good, french fries are fine. Vegan burger good, enjoyed it. Chicken sandwich was said to be really good, by the chicken connoisseurs in my party. I pretty much go here for brunch or light fare. Worth the try.

So happy I stumbled across this gem! I was looking for a good restaurant to frequent for date night, and we feel we certainly found it. The food is both flavorful and diverse, with options to satisfy every palate. What truly sets this place apart is its exceptional service – attentive, friendly, and always on point. From prompt water refills to genuine hospitality, our server was jake, and he certainly delivered on all our needs at customers. We can not wait to go back!

My partner and I regularly visit Lower Mills Tavern on Monday nights for their amazing dollar oyster deal, so I figured it’s about time I write a review! The service is excellent; Steph, Juliana, Cesar, Gia, Jam, and Jake ALWAYS go above and beyond to make sure our needs are taken care of, and we genuinely feel like family when we’re there. They’re so great at maintaining a classy and comfortable atmosphere at what has become our favorite local restaurant. The menu is seasonal, tasty, and satisfying, and the cocktails are superb. The venue itself is cozy, always decorated festively, and it’s awesome in the summer when the windows are opened. There’s also GREAT live music on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays by some of Boston’s best musicians. This is the best kept secret on Dorchester Ave and we plan on being regular patrons for years to come!

Awesome service and food. Gia and Cesar were great. They made the experience worth it.

What a great neighborhood pub. Diverse menu and the quality of our apps and mains were extraordinary. Not your average sports bar. Although they have monitors with the game. We were fortunate enough to have Ashley as our bartender. She immediately welcomed us and she was there every time we needed a drink or wanted to place an order. All the whole staff works like a team. And it shows.

There was a bit of a wait (we were told 1 hour) when we got there around 7 pm on a Monday. On Mondays they have $1 oysters from Maine, which were delicious! The oysters themselves tasted very fresh and had a slight sweetness to them. The clam chowder was also good and had a slight cheddar taste to it. Our server was nice and the space was nice (loved the open windows). Food came out at a reasonable time.

I had a great meal at Lower Mills Tavern, enjoying a pizza topped with mushrooms and vegan cheese. The crust was perfectly baked, and the combination of mushrooms and vegan cheese was both tasty and satisfying. The ambiance was warm and inviting, making it a comfortable place to dine. The service was excellent; the staff was attentive and friendly, ensuring a pleasant dining experience.

We visited lower mills restaurant on a trip to Boston. Lower mills had a nice variety of food for our group. My wife had the pizza with mushrooms and a Vegan cheese on a gluten free crust. I had the salmon and our son had "the best burger" he's ever had. My dad and brother had a version of a Nashville hot chicken sandwich.. all of our food was great. Our sons truffle fries had a little too much truffle but I think I'd rather get too much if we're paying for it. They had a great draft beer, wine and spirts selection. It's a fun little town. We've been to this town before but this was our first time eating here. If we're ever back we may stop back.

Mmmm BRUNCH! I like this spot. It's tiny but mighty... My husband and I came here on a Sunday afternoon while the brunch menu was being served. We started with bloody marys which were good but surprisingly small. My husband ordered the chicken & biscuits for his entree and they looked great; plump pieces of chicken sitting atop of some biscuits, smothered in gravy. For my entree, I ordered the LMT burger. It was cooked to a lovely medium-rare as requested and tasted amazing. One of the best burgers I've had in a while. For my side, I got the salad instead of fries. It was a garden salad with some kind of house dressing that was absolutely fantastic! I ate every last bite of my meal. You can tell this place cares a lot about their food. I would definitely recommend checking this place out!

Made reservations ahead and parked on the street meter parking. The restaurant is not too large and has a mini bar as well. The street itself can get very busy as their are other restaurants next to it. The highlight was the bbq chicken pizza, really cheesy, thin crust, and flavored. The salad was okay. Our server was nice and responsive for the entire meal.

We dropped by Lower Mills Tavern while driving through our old Dorchester neighborhoods. There was a nice breeze through the large open windows on this beautiful sunny day. We Loved the clean industrial and vintage vibe! Gina was friendly and took our orders when we arrived. The hearty vegetable soup was tasty but it needed more white beans to be considered hearty The LMT burgers on soft sesame seeds buns were delicious and perfectly cooked; the medium-rare was pink and juicy, and the medium-well wasn't dry. French fries tasted homemade. We plan to return for Burger and Beer Night, and on a weekend to try Brunch.

Great neighborhood tavern with elevated cuisine. The swordfish skewers were cooked perfectly. The lamb and beef bolognese with paperdelle was delicious. Service was excellent. Place is lively even on a Monday.

Excellent Saturday brunch at open window table on a beautiful day. Plenty of good food at reasonable prices. Friendly and attentive service in a clean and well equipped restaurant.

I love this place ..yummy food delicious drinkys friendly staff .try the sangrias and espresso martinis you won't regret it :)

So glad to be back in Lower Mills. Why can't Steel & Rye have a more interesting menu? Why does the pub kill it for variety, taste and ambiance...? And value. Sorry not sorry. Plus US Open and Sox!...

It was my boyfriend and I's first time trying this place. We went for the espresso martinis which were delicious. The service is a bit slow however they are very friendly. We have been twice now once just for drinks and we tired the eggrolls. I love the open kitchen aspect so you can see when everything comes out. We then went for dinner and I got the bolgonse and he got the shrimp scampi. For an appetizer we got to calamari this was a bit different and had tomatoes and potatoes all roasted together. Wasn't my favorite but glad we tired it! Overall I love the ambience when you walk in in the fresh green plants.

My experience was wonderful. The manager, Kate, was a warm and kind presence. The bartenders were attentive and quickly responsive. After several attendances, the food has been consistently delicious. Will be returning again.

Ordered from Uber eats. LMT Burger solid 5/5 ( perfectly good medium rare) Truffle fries- 1/5 (didn't taste the truffle, soggy fries and tasted a little stale) I rate it a 4 because the burger was one of the better burgers I've had in the Boston area, but disappointed by the truffle fries, not a huge fan.

What better way to get patrons in the door than $1 oysters? Every Monday night, they offer $1 oysters for the whole restaurant, not just the bar area. The restaurant is quite cozy with a variety of styles of seating. For our visit, we started off with a dozen oysters and cocktails. The sangria ($12) was quite sweet and I couldn't really taste the alcohol. Could be dangerous! Other foods that we tried was the chicken sandwich as well as the wings with agrodolce sace ($14 for 8) and truffle fries. The sauce one the wings was pleasantly sweet and a nice amount of heat. Definitely freshly fried and doesn't taste like a stale wing that most restaurants unfortunately have. The chicken sandwich was a good size and came with a choice of side. The restaurant definitely has some good food and the all night oyster deal doesn't hurt. Will keep this place in mind for future oyster cravings!

My favorite is the chicken sandwich! I have eaten here many times and alway have a great customer service. When I am in a rush or passing time with a cocktail, LMT has met my expectations. Good food options, good service. I have ordered take out and it wasn't bad, but better to dine in.

I love this place! Staff is always friendly, and the food comes out quickly. My go-to is the lmt burger and agrodulce wings. Nice ambiance, too. I'll have to try their brunch one day.

Good drinks - decent beer selection - nice staff - good service - I have to say that nothing really stood out but it was a nice time

We were going to Lower Mills Tavern for years until we moved away. Basically since it opened. The Tavern is not the largest place so you likely will have to wait for seating during peak times. We never encountered a long wait though. There is also a bar with TVs to show sports games. The food and drink menu are constantly updated. The tap list full of craft brews and not the usual suspects. There is a custom cocktail menu too, including items such as a bourbon grapefruit cocktail that my wife loved. Over the many meals here, I do not remember any entrée that I did not enjoy. Highlights include the flat iron steak and really any of their burgers. The portions are large so we typically do not order dessert. If you are not quite sure what to get, opt for the specials. You cannot go wrong. When I come back to visit Boston this is one of the restaurants on my shortlist.

Yum! Consistently warm service and delicious food. I've been to Lower Mills Tavern twice for brunch in their outdoor seating area off of an alley (driveway?) on the side of the building. There are about six picnic tables set up, making it a great place for group meet-ups. The first time I visited, the hostess complimented my outfit and then gave me a list of other restaurants to visit in the area. I was charmed! I love it when community businesses are collaborative and supportive of one another. Anyway, the food and drinks have been excellent. I wish I could speak to a particular dish; however, I have yet to be disappointed. I was skeptical of the Chicken & Waffles because the Yelp pictures showed that the plate was overwhelmed with gravy. Don't be deterred! Two of my friends ordered it anyway and RAVED about it and wished that they had more of the gravy! My take-away from that valuable life lesson was to trust Lower Mills Tavern and order regardless of the Yelp pictures. I can further attest to the cocktails. I've probably had four or five cocktails in the two times I've visited. I love a floral or herbal concoction and Lower Mills Tavern delivers. I appreciate the interesting flavors and how they're not too sweet.

Mixed bag for me but if you are considering it, do it! First of all - the food was really excellent. We had brussel sprouts app and burrata (both terrific, the latter extraordinary to be honest - and I order both things alot). Salmon entree was perfect - cooked well with a nice side. Ambience is nice - pubbish with live violin and guitar for some fun ambience. Negatives were drinks were not that well made. If you are charging $15-18 per cocktail, spring for the top shelf stuff and make sure they are balanced properly. The spicy marg was not smooth and since its infused tequila, you can't sub in something good; just infuse better tequila? Or mix it better? Idk. Neither of the two drinks I ordered were delicious. They were just ok. Other weird thing: our waiter was awesome - knew the menu and drink menu very well and very friendly and hospitable. But he weirdly disappeared after he put out the entrees and we finally had to ask the hostess to find him so we could order dessert (which was also great). So overall, I'd still recommend but I hope they work on their cocktail game a bit.

I never ate here but the drinks are amazing. The bartender met every expectation. He was very in tune with our needs. Definitely a chill vibe not too quiet not too loud. Must go again

Wonderful Sunday brunch experience! Enjoyed this great little tavern, combining modern decor with the old brick and murals from its historic past. Food and service were excellent. The Ricotta Stuffed French Toast was delicious - it was a difficult choice of that vs the Cinnamon Roll Pancakes. Only drawbacks: somewhat cramped seating since the tavern is small, and it's a bit noisy for conversation. But, don't let those deter you from enjoying excellent food and terrific service in a great setting.

The food and the service are great. The ambience is really nice really good drinks. Really good chicken sandwiches and chicken wings

Man. What a sad turn of events. I've kept going back to this place because it's very close to where I live and it's generally a decent place to grab a drink, watch the game, etc. The last few experiences have changed my mind. I wasn't going to write about this because it wasn't my experience, but my brother (who had also been there several times) was at Lower Mills Tavern about 2 months back to have a beer and watch Sunday Night Football. An older white gentleman sitting next to my brother proceeded to tell him that he didn't belong there (because my brother is black) and spouted racist crap at him. Apparently, the racist guy was a regular, so the bartender asked my brother to leave to avoid trouble and paid for my brother's beer to "smooth things over". Not good enough. My brother told me and I wasn't having it. I went in, asked for a manager (spoke with Barbara) and told her what happened. She was apologetic and wanted to talk to my brother about the incident, so she gave me her card. I gave it to my brother, but he decided not to pursue it, opting not to return to LMT. I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt and have been back a few times since. Today, I walked in with a friend, wanting to grab a drink or two and watch some football. The bartender was at the other end, chatting. She came our way to do something on the computer and then went back to the other corner of the bar to chat with her friends. I had a full conversation with the couple next to me about their espresso martinis, which I planned to order and was excited about. So we waited and waited and waited. The female barback cleaned glasses, filled the dishwasher, started filling water pitches, etc without acknowledging us or trying to get the bartender to get us a drink. Several minutes later, with no water, no drink, no acknowledgment, we decided to leave. Why spend money at a place that couldn't care less about my business? On the way out, I wanted to get the bartender's name, and the manager overheard (I think it was Barbara again). She said she could get the bartender for us (Morgan?), but our seats had just been taken and I was over it. The manager tried to make an excuse that "maybe the bartender hadn't seen us". She saw us, but wanted to chat with her friends (note - she had not made/poured a single drink in the whole time we were waiting). The barback saw us, but couldn't care enough to even pour us waters or say something when we said we should leave. It was not that busy (unlike Bowery Bar and Yellow Door Taqueria). Maybe I should get the hint. At the un-busiest bar on the block, they didn't want to serve my brother and now me. Ok, bye.

A lack of respect for New England Clam Chowder. This salty creation resembles something that was sent to troops protecting the western front because it was packed with salt (a natural preservative of seafood). Not only did the salt make my pores feel like the Niagara falls but the addition of bacon that overtook the flavor of the clam ruined my day. This is a day ruining meal. I will not be returning.

Had dinner here for my first time. We got a swordfish skewer dish with couscous and some blistered tomatoes and artichoke, and a dish with salmon and some type of beans. Both were delicious (though we thought both fish dishes could have been cooked perhaps a tad bit less...) For appetizer, we got some type of a mashed fingerling potato dish with a sauce. Really good! We had some leftover food and asked for takeout boxes. I was very happy to see that the boxes and covers are all compostable (at least, in commercial type composting systems). Apparently this place also has live entertainment on certain nights of the week. We saw some cocktails pass by our table. They looked good. Ditto for the burgers, that looked really really good. A nice space, and a nice 'clean' decor. Would definitely return. (The Brunch menu also looked great!)

Much like any decent place in Boston, a reservation for Brunch is needed. Who knew brunch needed reservations? I managed to get the last table. At noon on Sunday. It's the wait vs. I'm hungry now debate. Had their blueberry pancakes, very fluffy. I suspect this is why it's popular and reservations are need if you care about a good spot. Will visit again. I'm sure the food tastes just as great during the slow times and you can even get a seat you like.

This has been our go to neighborhood restaurant. Sadly, I think the quality of the food has really gone down hill. We had the fried chicken sandwich, which used to be really good. Last night it was tough and stringy and we didn't even finish our meals. Maybe the chef was having a bad night, but unless we hear that it has improved there, we will not be returning. The service is good and friendly. I hope they improve the quality of the food. Jen

I try to go to a place a few times before I leave a review. Since I've been here a couple of dozen times, I'm due. This is my neighborhood hang. The food is superb. The service is universally excellent. I used to marvel at the style and feng shui of a place that is pretty much just a neighborhood bar, but then was told that the owner's wife is a celebrity designer. This, apparently, was one of her projects. She done good. Okay, okay, so the menu is pretty much limited to pub grub. But, this is, after all, a venue that can seat, dunno, 40 at best? What they do serve, is always prepared well. And they do have a handful of full meal entrees. LMT resisted the horrible Boston reflex to place a flat screen TV on any vertical service, but still have a enough to service the sports fans. Lower Mills Tavern, you're my new love.

Pros: Comfortable seating, friendly staff, good burgers and Caesar salad, Swordfish skewers would be great if less salt used in prep. Cons: Most of the dishes on the menu are loaded with salt, French fries soggy, thought the short ribs grilled cheese sounded delicious but the meat was too salty to eat. One time we were there on a Thursday and 4 of us had to sit through dinner listening to music that was painful, off key, and really bad along with guitar. Air conditioner blowing strongly in February, and impossible to read the menu in the very dark lighting. After several times trying this tavern we won't be back.

The wife has been dying to try this place and we had high hopes. Its moderately priced, dishes top off around $30 but at that price point I have certain expectations. I ordered the porcini sirloin. The steak was cooked perfectly despite traveling 20 minutes back home but the green beans were not properly trimmed and the dish was missing flavor. When added salt, the dish tasted better. Also I was disappointed that there were no porcini mushrooms, instead had collard greens or kale stewed in the cream sauce. The veggies were good, but I was looking forward to the porcini mushrooms. The online menu is probably outdated so I am not going to hurt then for that. The wife got the vegan pasta which also missed something. Inside, it was well spaced and the cocktails looked good. We might give them a try for brunch.

Service is great. Staff is awesome. And the food and drinks are really good. I highly recommend this place. Only complaint is that quiet a few customers are complaining of the fact that they no longer serve Budweiser products. I feel that they will lose a lot of loyal customers

Pretty cool place. Went there for brunch. Mt friend and I both ordered the fried chicken and waffles. Pretty good but the chicken looked pretty burned and was pretty dry. I did enjoy the food anyway. Would go back.

So this place is generally pretty good but there have been some misses. I have gone there & had great food & service which of course makes you go back for more-brunch, lunch, dinner. I have even celebrated my birthday here. The food is pretty damn tasty & they thankfully have veg options which is great. It's nice they have windows that open for some fresh air which is important during the pandemic. Then there are other times when food comes out burnt & the service is lacking. So you can check it out & see what you think, hopefully it will be a good 'on' day instead of an 'off' one.

What a great place! The service and the food were fabulous. Our waiter was Cesar and he was such a nice person. We had meals off their summer menu which will be changing to a new fall menu in a few days. Fried yellow tomato with lobster, hush puppies, chili scallops, gnocchi with summer veg, swordfish sandwich, brined pork chop and a zucchini corn veggie burger filled all 5 of us. We all shared a plum upside down cake for dessert. Every bite was wonderful

Went in for brunch today. I got the Pork rib hash and it was not good at all. First of all the egg on top was horribly overcooked, no runny yolk at all. There was a disappointingly small amount of pulled pork and a large amount of carrots and potatoes. Certainly not worth $17. Extremely disappointing

A solid choice in Milton/Dorchester. I've been here a few times and never had bad service. On a Tuesday night in December before the holiday -- all of them -- it was bursting with happy customers. And yet the server was kind, funny, sweet, patient. She offered us food but didn't get cranky when we said "just beer" -- and music, of course. They have Irish session starting at around 8 on Tuesday nights. Very cool. They also have sports on the telly and a really great beer list. Tonight they had Sip of Sunshine on tap. They also had Another One, a cleverly named IPA. Both great choices. I had the clams -- a tight little dish of potatoes, kale, bacon, and clams. So good! Friends had the Hot Chicken sandwich (good), burger (good), fries (great!), kale salad with steak (good but you have to like vinegar), squash soup (mmm tasty) and the vegan pasta (very good -- licked the bowl clean!). Five of us and the bill was $140 before tip. Service is good. Seating is easy. We had a group of five and there was no fuss about adding a bar stool to the end of a four top. I love the practical philosophy -- let people eat and drink and enjoy the music.

Came here on a whim Friday night and the drinks were pretty good! I really enjoyed the spinach dip and my fried chicken sandwich! Also the drinks were pretty solid and cheap compared to other places' prices.

Realizing with Covid people are short staffed and food selections are limited. I ordered the chicken sandwich. Took two bites and tossed it. It was all dark meat. Two thin pieces laden with fat. Not what I would call appetizing. Gave you guys a chance. Too bad. Order through Uber. Uber service was great. No issues there.

Stopped by here for brunch because it was not as busy as Sweet Life. Ordered the chicken and waffles and the gravy with the syrup on top was really good. The place is pretty good for the price and convenience.

Surprisingly not crowded, great service, and a tasty app and pork chop dinner. If you've never been before, parking is not always easy and the place is small/intimate. Right down the street from the Ice Creamsmith too if you're not too full afterward.

Great food . Had the beet salad with shrimp . Only three shrimp in the salad tho. They didn't have fish shimmer I. So no salmon or swordfish which I was looking forward to. The chicken wings were delicious. And the fries were pretty good. Mac and cheese kind of bland but very cheesy. Great drinks also. Nice atmosphere.

Fried Chicken sandwich every time This is one of my favorite spots in Boston mainly because it is the best vibe and the most enjoyable food and sports bar experience. Every time I've stopped in whether it was for takeout or for a quick beer and a burger, the whole team here has always done what they can to make sure I feel at home. My favorite menu items are hands down the Fried Chicken Sandwich or LMT Burger, depending on the day coupled with the shortrib mac and cheese, a side salad or the truffle fries. Who am I kidding, get the truffle fries, no matter the main dish, the truffle fries go IN I make sure to get my fries with bbq sauce which is always worth the extra charge if they even bother to charge ya for it. Overall one of my fav spots in the city, the beers on tap also hit, great food, great bar, dope vibes

Love the food here and we have been going for years , but the last few times we've been in we have been turned away for not having reservations for just 2-3 people. Fine, I get it that reservations are good, however it's been completely empty each time and it's basically a pub. Turning Away walk-ins when you're not busy seems like a ridiculous business practice. We waited for about a half hour and the place remained empty. We ended up at the Bowery that was bustling! I remember the LMT always taking walk-ins. Disappointed with the new policy.

I just ordered through Uber eats and I'm not exaggerating when I say the bavette steak is literally the worst steak I have ever had in my life the meat taste almost like it had started to rot and they just cooked it anyway and the don't even get me started on the way it was haphazardly cut and it was supposed to come with fries but instead I got an assortment of random boiled unseasoned vegetables, I'm confused how there are so many good reviews with the food I received I wouldn't recommend this food to my worst enemy

It was okay. I had the caesar chicken salad and my wife had the local oysters, panko-crusted brussels sprouts, autumn-brined shrimp. The brussels sprouts were a bit hard once you got past the crust.

Challah french toast, marscapon pancakes were delicious. We each had a warm drink to start, peppermint latte and a bourbon hot chocolate. $5 mimosas are great, too.

This is such an awesome, solid spot! I love their oysters, burger, short rib grilled cheese and truffle fries the best. I love the atmosphere and all the safety precautions during covid. Deff has become one of my go tos!