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Thursday, August 25, 2011

Joe's on Newbury

The second Summer Lunch post this week - that must mean I am catching up! I spent last Friday afternoon lunching and bridesmaid dress shopping on Newbury Street. The bride-to-be, one of my best friends from college, celebrates another task checked of the wedding to-do list with a giant goblet of Sangria from Joe's on Newbury.We were so hungry as we strolled down Newbury Street, bypassing longer waits for outdoor seating before deciding on Joe's at its new Back Bay location on the corner of Dartmouth Street. We scored a table in the coveted patio dining area adjacent to the upper bar. The sunken sidewalk patio is cozy and features a retractable roof. It is perfect if you are not looking to bask in the sun but still want to enjoy an outdoor ambiance.
Joe's boasts an extensive drink menu, I decided on a classic Dark N Stormy ($8) with Goslings Rum and Ginger Beer. To begin the table shared a Maryland Lump Crab Cake ($10.99) - they do it up right with quality crab meat and barely enough breading to hold it together. It is served with lightly dressed cole slaw and zesty tartar sauce. I was delighted with my Ahi Tuna Salad ($16.99), the inherent freshness and overall execution was spot on. The sashimi tuna graced by a sesame seed crust achieved a perfect sear and was drizzled with just enough spicy aioli. Fresh salad greens were lightly dressed in an herb vinaigrette topped with ripe avocado and red onion. Joe's is a local chain with nine locations in the greater Boston area. Serving straightforward comfort food in an upbeat all-American atmosphere, the Newbury Street location is likely a safe bet for lunch if you're in the area.
181 Newbury St
Boston, MA 02116
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14 comments:

  1. Meghan@travelwinedineAugust 25, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Glad you had a fun afternoon! We missed you! :)

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  2. Fun and Fearless in BeantownAugust 25, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I'll have to remember to check L'Elite for bridesmaid dresses!

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  3. Emily @ A Cambridge StoryAugust 25, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    So funny, I totally went to L'Elite to shop with a friend followed by the Met for drinks! Joe's is really a great stand-by. Looks like I should go there for drinks soon!

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  4. ElizabethAugust 25, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    I love the idea of the sunken patio!

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  5. AmeenaAugust 25, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    I love Newbury Street - that's always where I find the best restaurants when I'm in town. The Ahi looks fabulous Daisy!

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  6. MelissaNibblesAugust 25, 2011 at 10:03 AM

    I think Joe's is underrated. Their burgers are fantastic and the bread with the whipped butter is delicious!

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  7. In and Around TownAugust 25, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    I love Joe's new Newbury street space - the "outdoor" area is perfect! I went to L'Elite for wedding dresses and they were great - they knew what they were talking about!

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  8. UnknownAugust 25, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    been there for brunch and it was pretty fantastic! thinking about it is making me hungry :)

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  9. AnonymousAugust 25, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I love that they have Dark & Stormy's!!

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  10. We Are Not MarthaAugust 25, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Ooh that salad looks great! I never loved Joe's American Bar and Grill, but I have to say, I haven't been these in ages!

    Sues

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  11. AmberAugust 25, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    A bride that includes goblets of Sangria on her to do list is my kind of bride

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  12. Jaime @ laviejaimeAugust 25, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    i sat outside there for dinner a few weeks ago- I loved it! they did a great job revamping the patio space.

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  13. Michelle CollinsAugust 25, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    I've actually never been to a Joe's, but that "giant goblet" of Sangria sounds mighty tempting....

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  14. Delicious DishingsAugust 26, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    Wish you could have come out with us, but it looks like you had fun! I might need to visit L'Elite. I need to get serious about picking out bridesmaids dresses.

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