Alcove

Great atmosphere and service. Cocktails were great with the option to have large cocktail bowls. The appetizers were good, but the chicken fingers were not. Great fries though. Definitely come for drinks and apps.

Cocktails were outstanding!

Elevated tavern that offers great food and a relaxing getaway along the wharf. Alcove has been under my radar for a long time as I walk past this area often to walk my dog. Compared to Nightshift Brewing next doors, Alcove’s patio is usually empty, so I was always a bit hesitant to give this place a try. Since they’ve been on the Dine Out Boston list for a long time, I finally decided to stop by for a weekday lunch. Alcove curates a separate Dine Out menu, which, to my pleasant surprise, surpassed my expectations. Before getting the Dine Out Menu, I got a half dozen clams, and these medium-sized delights were fresh and excellent start to the meal. For my three-course lunch, I opted for the Crispy Shrimp + Gem Lettuce Salad, Rigatoni Bolognese, and the Dark Chocolate Tart. The salad was an enjoyable medley of textures, with the crispy croutons and fried shrimp lending additional crunch to the little gem lettuce and radishes. The gentle touch of green goddess dressing added a light, flavorful coating that enhanced the dish without overpowering its fresh ingredients.The Rigatoni Bolognese, cooked to perfect al dente, was enveloped in a savory yet mildly flavored sauce that surprised me with its subtlety and depth. The finale, Dark Chocolate Tart, was the only aspect that I found to be just okay. The tart itself was somewhat mushy and the cream a bit watery, but it still represented a step above typical tavern fare. Overall, Alcove offers a refined dining experience that may make it a worthwhile choice over a more casual pizza and beer at Nightshift, if you’re in the mood. With the warmer months ahead, I might come back with my dog to try more of their menu.

Typically, tips are reserved for anyone performing a service. Without being informed, I was billed a percentage of my bill for the kitchen staff. Not only was the food mediocre, but took what I considered too long to have served. I encourage the owners to pay their staff more, instead of expecting the customers to tip for doing their job. Also, this “upscale” restaurant, isn’t upscale at all. I’ve eaten there at least 10x, I won’t be back

Good food and ambiance.

Omg came in with a crew of 6 after the bruins and got shot off after 1 drink. 6 guys in thier 50's at 4 o'clock in the afternoon. Stay the heck away

Went here for lunch after an event at the Garden. Great food and service. Loved the decor and vibe. Also has a kids menu. Entire family left happy. We will be back. Highly recommend. Kid-friendliness: Kids menu and crayons /activity sheet. Very kind staff