Stephanie's On Newbury

What happened to the chocolate sauce that we get to pour all over the Boston cream pie?! That was a real highlight. Please bring it back! Now, the balance of the review. We have been coming here for years, as I lived down the street for quite some time, and then, after we moved away, we come once a year so I can take my nanny out for lunch and a Boston cream pie. This has been a tradition for many years. The highlight, of course, is the Boston cream pie, and this is the first year that it has not been served with a side of chocolate sauce for us to dribble all over it. The server always used to bring out the chocolate sauce and then they would either drizzle it all over it or we would drizzle it all over it, but this time it came out and just seemed to be not nearly as special. The rest of the food is always fine. The service is good. They have a nice selection of seasonal sandwiches and meats and fishes and pastas and other dishes. Depending on the season, we have had salad, deviled eggs, sandwiches etc. But the highlight has always been the aforementioned Boston cream pie. Please look at the photos from 2024 and the photos from 2025. Compare the difference in joy and the difference in the pie itself when it has fresh chocolate poured all over it. Please please please bring back the fresh warm chocolate!

My dad and I stopped in on the 4th of July. We put our names down for a 30 min wait but ended up being seated outside in less than 10. The people watching was great. Our server was amazing - haven’t that great of attention to detail in awhile! We got a couple of cocktails, calamari, tomato and burrata salad, pasta, and a Boston cream pie. Every thing had a lot of flavor and was delicious! Would definitely come back!

Really good restaurant on Newberry Street. Service and atmosphere was incredible and it was pretty busy so it was great seeing that we were able to be taken care of in that manner. Food was good, just not spectacular. Caesar salad had slightly too much dressing but it didn’t ruin the salad. I would get it again.

Wife, daughter and I was her on Saturday after dorm move in. It took 30 minutes for an outside table on a busy sunny day which was quite good. The lobster avocado toast and burrata salad were excellent and the service was good

Hadn't been in ages. Took the family. Server was great, tho he did completely forget my glass of wine - at least he didn't charge me for it. The best part of the meal was the maple brown butter that came with the cornbread; basically sweet frosting. Wife's steak tips were average at best, not much flavor. Daughter's fish and chips was almost burnt on the outside. Only about 3/4's was edible. My lamb shank was pretty good - super tender - but the "spiced" squash puree was only "spiced" with (brown?) sugar, too sweet. And the fried brussel sprouts were bunt on the outside. Waiter got a new batch, this time they were nicely charred on the outside, raw on the inside. Their fryer is obviously set way too high; hence the dark dark brown fish coating and the burnt/raw brussels. Boston cream pie had nice chocolate coating, but very limited filling. This place used to be great, now clearly a burn and churn, maximizing revenue, limited quality. Too bad.

First time here. We frequent Boston and have not been able to find a good breakfast place. This spot hit the mark. Very good blood mary. Huge portions and great tasting food.

My wife’s friends were visiting from Florida and wanted to try Stephanie’s on Newbury for breakfast on Sunday, November 2nd. Since I’m not familiar with Boston, I called the night before to ask about parking. The young lady who answered the phone was exceptionally friendly and helpful — she gave me several detailed parking options and couldn’t have been nicer about it. I even apologized a few times for asking so many questions, and she said, “Please, no need to apologize! My job is to make sure you have a great experience, and we look forward to seeing you.” That level of care and enthusiasm immediately impressed me. When we arrived the next morning, we were greeted by the hostess, who was just as warm and welcoming. Since the restaurant had just opened for the day, we chatted a bit while waiting to be seated. I asked what she liked on the menu, and she enthusiastically listed a few of her favorite dishes. I could tell she really knew the menu inside and out — her energy and passion set a great tone before we even sat down. Once seated, we were greeted by our server, Mark, who was both extremely professional and genuinely upbeat. The breakfast menu at Stephanie’s is full of tempting options, and I’ll admit, I had a hard time deciding what to order. Mark kindly shared some of his personal favorites and gave thoughtful recommendations. Based on his suggestions, I went with the Huevos Rancheros and also decided to try the Stephi’s Loaded Home Fries after hearing him talk them up. The food was absolutely outstanding. The Huevos Rancheros were bursting with flavor — perfectly cooked eggs, a hearty and flavorful bean base, and a zesty sauce that tied it all together. The Stephi’s Loaded Home Fries were easily some of the best I’ve ever had — crispy on the outside, tender inside, and loaded with all the right toppings. My table also ordered the stack of pancakes, breakfast skillet, sausage, and a slice of Boston Cream Pie — and everyone agreed each dish was over the top good. The pancakes were fluffy and golden, the skillet was hearty and well-balanced, and the sausage had that perfect snap and flavor. The Boston Cream Pie was a showstopper — rich, creamy, and the perfect way to end such a fantastic breakfast. Throughout the meal, Mark was extremely attentive. Even while juggling several tables, he never missed a beat — keeping our coffees and drinks refilled, checking in at just the right moments, and maintaining his upbeat, professional attitude. You could tell he truly enjoys what he does, and that energy made the entire experience even better. All in all, this was a fantastic breakfast experience from start to finish. Even though we live over an hour away, we’re already planning to come back — not only because of the incredible food, but because of the unbelievable customer-focused staff like Mark and the wonderful hostess (whose name I unfortunately didn’t catch). I highly recommend Stephanie’s on Newbury to anyone looking for a fabulous dining experience in Boston. It’s rare these days to find a restaurant where every single team member genuinely cares about making your visit special — but at Stephanie’s, that’s exactly what you’ll get.

Always a must for dining when in Boston. Nice menu offerings, great for brunch, superb Bloody Marys and other libations to suit your taste. Fresh and tasty dishes for any time of day dining. Indoor and outdoor dining too.

Nice patio seating on Newbury St. they were busy on a Friday when I came here and luckily we didn't need a reservation. The mezze plate was awesome, including the falafel, pita, olives, hummus and more. I got the summer rice bowl for my meal and it was good, but it should've been advertised as a bibimbop bowl, because that's what it was.

Having lunch and sitting outside was very nice on a beautiful day! Street parking was very tough to get and it's very busy on weekends. Staff are very friendly and provide fast services.

It was a regular schmegular restaurant. Pretty good food, but salty from what I remember. the service was nice but not very quick, but that could have changed depending on any given day. I believe we only went because it was the only place that could seat us on a saturday for brunch without any reservations so we were just happy they took us! inside was big and clean and modern enough as well!

I cant speak to the food as we just stopped in for drinks but our Bloody's were great! It was a quiet Wednesday so it was not too busy but service was great and ambiance was perfectly casual for an easy lunch or drink. I would definitely return and try the food next time I am in town!

Came back after many years away and still a first rate experience. Also, different hostess so had a terrific time. Will definitely return!

Solid 4 stars! Stopped by on a Sunday afternoon on a stroll through Newberry Street. We tried to get an outside table, but there was a 10 to 15 minute wait. Odd since there were many empty tables, but maybe they were understaffed. Sat inside at the bar and it was excellent service I can't speak for the rest of the food, but the Calamari and Mac and Cheese were delicious . Got a draft Sam Adams Oktoberfest, which was icy cold and just perfect.

INCREDIBLE! The Stephi Burger is mouth watering and is easily big enough to split with someone. The sauce and crispy fried onion strings really add a nice touch on top. The fries were perfectly crispy and I ordered a side of their truffle sauce, too! Absolutely divine! I enjoyed sitting outside on the patio with the exception of being swarmed by bees. My server Ozzi was amazing and made sure I was so well taken care of. Stephanie's is definitely a must visit when in Boston!

We stopped in to rest and get warm intending only to have a coffee but the place was so pretty and the menu so interesting that we ended up eating. My open face everything sandwich was an interesting pile of veggies on a toast with a lemon vinaigrette. It was superb. And even though I was still full from breakfast I ate it all. It was that good. The clam chowder was very good And the brownie sundae was huge and delicious. The service was good but a bit spotty. I highly recommend that you try that delightful veggie sandwich.

Lovely spot for brunch! We made a reservation the night before and we were seated right away. On street parking and the entrance and gender neutral restrooms are accessible. Linda was our server and she was quick to get our coffee, tea and bloody Mary's. I did not have one but I appreciated the checklist & pencil to ensure each Bloody Mary was perfectly made to order. The brunch menu was unique and everything sounded good to me. We shared the monkey bread appetizer. It was warm, crispy, gooey, sweet and delicious! Hubby had the skillet breakfast but his eggs were not over easy and the biscuit lacked flavor (he said it was not worth eating). My huevos rancheros were perfect - two corn tortillas topped with pork carnitas, scrambled eggs, etc. I would have liked more avocado, but it was the perfect size meal for me - I was not stuffed. The coffee was good and strong and I did have to flag Linda down to get a second cup. We had a relaxing meal, were not rushed, and we would definitely stop back when in the area!

Nice atmosphere. Good staff. Food looked good, but seemed a bit too bland. Some more seasonings could have punched it up.

I came here for lunch and was blown away. I really enjoyed the Mezze Plate which has an assortment of hummus, tzatziki, olives and pita bread. The portion was large and super filling. The ambiance was super cozy with an upscale vibe. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly. Will definitely come back again.

We got the pancakes and chicken salad--both of which we loved. The pancakes were light and fluffy, served with syrup and cinnamon butter. The chicken salad was hearty, made with big chunks of chicken and light on the mayo which I prefer. The toast for the chicken salad was delicious and grainy while the greens were crisp. All around, the food was fresh, creative, and served in extra large portions. The outdoor seating was lovely, especially for a sunny Sunday. Only complaint would be the slow service (we were never given water and had to ask twice), but given it was a busy day it is understandable! I would definitely come back and try more of the menu, all of the food looked amazing.

Went with friends and had a great experience. The place gets crowded at Brunch so highly recommend recommendations. Service was good and wait staff were attentive. Portion sizes were large and none of us finished our meals. Great place for brunch.

The truffle fries! Are! So! Yummy! The stephs sandwich was also really good and is worth the price in my opinion. I would definitely recommend the truffle fries (perfect crunch). We went around 12pm and it wasn't too packed, but usually there is a good amount of people there. Our waitress was friendly and I like the vibes of the place for brunch.

I will start by noting that this place had no wait, lovely AC or outdoor seating, and yummy food. These are all great reasons to stop by and the location is fabulous if you're on Newbury or in the Back Bay area. The only qualms I have is that the food is rather expensive and I asked for the bolognese without dairy but it's premade. I guess just keep in mind that substitutions/removals might be more difficult here? And one small thing is that it's one of those places with the tiny cups of water but no pitcher at the table so I had to ask for a refill 3-4 times. Overall, good food and convenient stop!

I went here for the hot chocolate flight and it did not disappoint! I arrived around noon on a Saturday and was able to walk right in and find 3 seats together at the bar. The hot coco flight was only $14 I believe and it was both beautiful and delicious! I loved the presentation. Service was very quick as well. No complaints!

This has been my brunch go to place for years! It has a perfect location on Newbury Street and offers indoor and outdoor dining. Great food and great service!

Had a FANTASTIC MEAL! Marcus was great. I got a burger and it was absolutely scrumptious, couldn't have been happier! Definitely want to return the next time we are in this city called Boston. WOW!

Not Celiac friendly at all. My wife had the only thing recommended by our waiter, which was the Chicken Salad sandwich on GF toast. It was a huge portion, but nothing we would go back for. I had the basic ham Benedict, and it was also fine, but not something I would go back for. We walked by several times around lunch time, over the 4 days we were in town, and it always seems super busy, but i'm just not really sure why.

Stopped on for a late dinner. The tuna tartar was a good size with an amazing wasabi sauce on the side. The burger was juicy with a large portion of French fries. The steak tips had a good flavor. Service was good but the bar response was slow.

If you are looking for a traditional weekend brunch look no further than Stephanie's on Newbury. You come for the famous bloody Mary's disappointing this time was no shrimp topping. Food is good. I would not say outstanding, it's your basic breakfast fare. They do offer gf options

Me and my husband shared with smoked fish breakfast. Everything was excellent. Servers in and around bar area were very friendly and accommodating.

I loved everything about Stephanie's from the food to the ambience to the service! Incredible all the way Food: we ordered the cheesy corn bread for the table which was delicious. It came with maple butter which was absolutely delectable. For my main I ordered the mac and cheese lobster which was also amazing! Very heavy! I recommend splitting this with someone next time you are here. The lobster tasted so good Service: amazing and really kind waitress! She even helped split our checks down to dividing the price of shared items like the cheesy corn bread Ambience: this is right on Newbury with a beautiful view. Inside is big with loads of space Price: fair prices given quality and portion sizes!

Stop in for lunch was able to get outside seating which is great people watching. I had the traditional club sandwich and my wife had the open face chicken sandwich which the waitress recommended. Waitress was very attentive and service was quick.

The Rigatoni was delicious. I forgot our servers name but the customer service was very good. Ordered a tequila mule and it was made well. For price, atmosphere, and service its pretty good

My boyfriend and I came here after getting off of a flight because we were hungry and it was convenient. Service was slow, but our server was nice. We got monkey bread and the breakfast skillet. The monkey bread was good, the breakfast skillet was odd. The eggs kind of tasted like toilet water, the potatoes were hot but undercooked on the inside, and the sausage and bacon were cold. It was nice inside, but for the price was a little disappointed.

SPEEDDY service. Got our food within 5 minutes of ordering. The kitchen is so on top of everything the salad was epic and chowder was delicious. Their bloody Mary's seem unreal and I will def be trying one topped w a mini burger next time I go! They also have ample seating inside and outside that is tastefully arranged with casual elegant decor.

I visited Stephanie's on Newbury for the first time to try out their weekend brunch! It's definitely a super popular and busy spot. We came in a large group and our waitress was super accommodating and friendly! Service was really good for such a busy restaurant. Although the restaurant had a fun and lively atmosphere, some of the brunch options weren't my favorite. I got the lobster Benedict and even though it had a decent amount of lobster, it was pretty dry. We also got the mezze platter to share but a lot of the options tasted super salty. The best part of the meal hands down was the pecan roll, it's definitely a must have!

Service was good, however, evening was marred by a dead bug in my colleagues Lobster Mac and Cheese. Waitress and manager offered to replace the meal but my colleague was too grossed out to eat anything the rest of the evening. That being said, everyone else's meal was ok. I had to ask server and manager to do more than just comp my colleagues drink. So they ended up taking off another meal off of our bill.

Not sure why they are packed, but certainly not the worst in the area. We stopped in for brunch on a cold Saturday afternoon. The place was jammed pack. The host was cold, no welcome and could care less with no eye contact. Never a good start. The restaurant is cavernous and we were escorted away to a rear upper dining room, which was fine, but not as nice as the main dining room. This room also quickly filled up. Our waiter seemed nice enough and I ordered one of their "famous" bloody mary's, where you build what you would like. It was good, but honestly nothing special. As it was a brunch menu there was a mix of sweets, breakfast fare and savory items. I'm a sucker for monkey bread and was delighted to see it on the menu. It was only a few minutes after placing the order that the dish arrived. Sadly, it was room temperature and unfortunately the center was raw. We picked around the outside but the inner portion was inedible. Further, our waiter did not check back at us until our main was dropped at the table. I told him the monkey bread could have used some more time in the oven and had an undercooked center, and he asked what he could do. We did not want, nor could eat another. The dish was NOT removed from our check which I think would have been an appropriate gesture. Service was lackluster and I think our server was afraid to checkin on us any further. When servers know the food may not be great, they tend to not checkin. The breakfast burger we ordered was unremarkable. It was my wife's birthday which I had noted in the reservation and there was no acknowledgement from the host, or waiter. I suppose it is just not that kind of place. Essentially diner fare, at a premium price. There are much better choices in Back Bay and I don't think we would return here and I can't recommend.

We accidentally made our reservation for the wrong day, but the host was able to get us a table anyways! We ordered the mezze platter to share which had a variety of dips to enjoy with warm pita bread. Our server was kind enough to let us know that we could order extra pita bread if we needed. I ordered the turkey club for myself which was so big I could barely finish half of it! I would highly recommend Stephanie's on Newbury for a yummy meal on one of Boston's most famous streets!

Still a solid option for a group meal on Newbury with something for everyone. Be sure to try the lobster salad which is just a small add on to any of the salads. Portions are generous and the fare is good.

I LOVED this place. Nestled in the heart on Newbury street in beloved Boston. The BLOODY MARY IS TO DIE. You literally fill out a form and BUILD your Bloody Mary! LIKEEEEEEEE! It's was DELISH! Our server was super nice! The place is so cute. Highly recommend reservations!!! They were very accommodating as well. Everything was so YUMMY. I wanna gatekeep but here ya go!

What a treat! Had brunch here today with my cousin who has been visiting Boston. I've been wanting to come here and finally had the chance! Both of us got the butternut squash soup and split a turkey club. The butternut squash was pure divinity. We did our best to eat every ounce , scraping the bowl until we couldn't anymore. The pumpkin seeds were a nice touch. The cream in the middle really popped out the flavors of the soup. We couldn't get enough. The turkey club was great! The bread was perfectly grilled. The bacon was wonderfully crispy. The avocado blended nicely into the sandwich. It was the perfect complement to the soup! I also got an appletini- it was delicious! My cousin enjoyed her dry martini. I ended my meal with two cups of tea. Service was fantastic. It's such a cute restaurant- lots of seating. It's usually packed and now I truly know why. Will be back for sure to try more of their menu! Happy end of 2023.

Cool Boston visitor brunch place with outdoor seating. Food a bit overpriced and typical American.

Good, not great... and pricy. Service at the bar (during brunch, thin crowd) was soft and too inattentive (like, twice asking for more water). The Cinnamon Monkey Bread was yum for an app. The mocktails were good, but $10 for mixed fruit juice is nuts (I realized I could have ordered a glass of the two juices for $4 a piece). The salmon flat bread was good, not great. Flat bread a bit doughy. It's like the dish didn't know what it wanted to be. The skillet was heavy on the breakfast taters covered in cheese... eggs over easy were medium. The biscuit, though, wow! The size of a horse saddle it was. So, again, good but not great.

Temu food, mid service, very nice atmosphere. Just get a cold drink and enjoy the view.

I've eaten there several times and love the food and service. However, this time it just felt scammy. The rice bowl was priced at $15 ~ but then below it, it specified the proteins: $15 salmon, $17 steak , etc. We didn't realize it was a $32 bowl. Left kind of a bitter taste/ felt like a scam considering the salmon was tiny. Would come back but not for that bowl. Shouldn't have been a $100 meal you know :/ just sus.

food is obviously amazing but i feel like it is a bit overpriced. you're mostly paying for the ambiance. worth checking out tho

Newbury Street is adorable! This quaint area is perfectly tucked in the Back Bay area of Boston with tons of restaurants and shops! We were originally going to eat across the street for dinner but didn't want to wait 30-45 minutes (an average wait time for dinner on a Friday in the area). After strolling over to Stephanies on Newbury, we were promptly seated with the option of indoor or outdoor seating. Waitstaff were friendly, professional, and made a mean drink! Stephanies is known for serving sophisticated comfort food, and that's exactly what you get. The menu is filled with American classics with a local twist. We had 2 entrees- the Stephi Burger and Skirt Steak Frites. The burger was decadent! 10oz of goodness topped with cheddar cheese, applewood smoked bacon, onion strings, and spicy mayo mmmhmmm that's the good stuff! The steak was delicious too... but not as good coming back up. Piled high on truffle fries and drenched in chimichurri sauce caused for an oily mess both on the plate and in my stomach. A very tough go around :/ Overall, the ambiance, service and drinks were great but not sure I'll be stopping here again ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

We love Stephanie's. It has a great ambience and the service was phenomenal. Super fun decor inside we loved our meal and would most definitely go back again.

We were here during the Boston Marathon. Service was great, the food was AMAZING! The meatloaf was an easy 10/10! The restaurant was clean and had a great vibe! We will be back for sure! I recommend it to everyone I know visiting Boston!

I was here on July 4th and I ordered the turkey sandwich. My friend had finished her food but I was still eating my fries. The waitress came over and cleared my friends plate and then came back and lifted my plate while I was still eating the fries (I was literally still chewing!!). The food was nice, I had been another for brunch and really enjoyed the pancakes but after that service I don't think I will be back anytime soon.

Can you ever go wrong with truffle fries? We also highly recommend the Greek appetizer platter. (Hummus, babaganoush, falafel) The bruschetta grilled cheese was just okay, it was just a little to much. Definitely a nice stop to sit on the patio and have a quick lunch or a drink with friends.

Fast, delicious food. Really great service, would definitely eat here again and would recommend to anyone

I'd come back here! It was full when we came on a Saturday afternoon but the bar had plenty of seats and we got served right away. They have a big patio outside which is nice when the weather is enjoyable. Half menu was breakfast and lunch so plenty of variety depending on what you want at noon on a weekend. Little pricey but given the neighborhood, not surprising.

I haven't been to this restaurant in years, but remembered it fondly so brought the whole family. First, it was uncomfortably hot inside (we specifically asked about the temp inside- we were told the AC was strong - it wasn't) there were cobwebs hanging from the ceiling, just didn't seem clean. Very loud inside. I ordered a Frose, trying to cool down, and was told first the machine was broken. And then later, that it would take a long time. Ok. Food was nothing special, but very pricey. My toddler and I shared the chowder and a salad- and we both ended up violently ill. I'm guessing that the produce wasn't properly washed. I would avoid this restaurant.

Menu is interesting, delicious twists on standard brunch fare and outdoor seating allowed our out of town guests to take in the Newbury Street scene. And while the skillet breakfast was just what our guests wanted (had seen someone have it at previous visit) , two of us got burned on the skillet - just by accidentally knocking into it. Put a mitt on the handle please!

The service was good and the ambience was cute, but the food is lackluster and the prices are not worth what you get. My pancakes were good enough but nothing special. The monkey bread (not pictured) was horrible and super crumbly. I'd recommend other brunch spots on newbury st over this one- it's okay, but not worth the high prices. The eggs also don't appear to be high quality