Banyan Bar + Refuge

4.6

1385 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 27 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

Indulge in a captivating culinary journey at Banyan Bar + Refuge, a fusion of Southeast Asian and New England flavors. Our menu boasts a tantalizing array of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy creations that promise to delight your palate. Immerse yourself in a delightful atmosphere filled with great music and a relaxed ambiance as you enjoy the historic South End.

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Location
553 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116
Phone number
(617) 556-4211
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking is available.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
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Experiences

THE DOUBLE D SHOW
USD 10.00 per person
Prepaid
27 Mar 2025 only
8:00 pm
Banyan + Gorgonzola present The Double D Show, bringing dinner and drag together ! Please join us for a fun evening filled with electrifying performances, specialty cocktails inspired by our entertainers and your favorite Banyan bites ! DJ starts at 7:30pm and will be keeping the vibes going until 11pm

Popular dishes

Ahi Tuna Crispy RiceUSD 20.00
ahi tuna, crispy rice cakes, sriracha, scallions, unagi sauce
Ahi Tuna Tartare USD 20.00
raw ahi tuna, pickled mango, avocado, chips
Thai Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce Wrap (gf)USD 18.00
shrimp, lettuce, garlic, cilantro, onion, lime, peanut, soy
Miso Caesar Salad (gf*, vg)USD 16.00
Napa cabbage, kale, miso caesar dressing, parmesan, cured egg yolk, breadcrumbs
Snow Pea SaladUSD 15.00
Butter lettuce, watermelon + french radish, tofu "feta", sesame-ginger dressing

Hot Plates

Salt + Pepper Shrimp (gf)USD 22.00
crispy wok-fried shrimp, green onion, jalapeño, Indonesian sauce (spicy)
Green Curry MusselsUSD 23.00
Coconut milk, Thai chilis, basil, cilantro, lime
Sticky ChickenUSD 21.00
crispy chicken thighs, sweet garlic + soy glaze, miso-scallion ranch
Veggie Wonton (vg)USD 14.00
carrots, corn, cream cheese, scallions, soy sauce, thai chili sauce
Oko-Style Brussels Sprouts (v*)USD 18.00
roasted brussels sprouts, vegan miso aioli, furikake, okonomiyaki sauce, bonito flake
Coconut Calamari (gf)USD 19.00
fried calamari, toasted coconut, makrut lime + thai chili aioli
Mushu Pork TacoUSD 15.00
Scallions pancake, chimichurri
Lobster RangoonUSD 18.00
lobster, corn, cream cheese, scallions, thai chili sauce
Mapo-Tofu EmpanadaUSD 15.00
Pork belly, chili sauce, stracciatella
Thai Chili Cauliflower (vg)USD 17.00
roasted cauliflower, Thai-chili butter, edamame pureé, lime, scallions, cilantro, mint, crunchy shallots
Chili Garlic Green BeansUSD 12.00
Chili-garlic sauce

Bao Buns

Lobster BaoUSD 23.00
chilled lobster, mayo, lemon, scallions, onion, celery
KFC Bao (vg, v*)USD 13.00
fried cauliflower, sweet+spicy sauce, scallions
Avocado Bao (vg, v*)USD 14.00
crispy avocado, bbq sauce, onion, pickles
Fried Chicken BaoUSD 15.00
crispy fried chicken thighs, Korean style sweet + spicy glaze, pickles
Pork Belly BaoUSD 15.00
pork belly, shaved onion, pineapple, peanuts, cilantro
Fried Oyster BaoUSD 16.00
Thai chili-makrut lime, mango slaw

Noodles

Soba Noodle SaladUSD 15.00
Red cabbage, beets, carrots, snow peas, cilantro, cabbage, watermelon radish, peanut sauce
Dan Dan NoodlesUSD 23.00
Spicy szechuan chicken ragu, lo mein noodles, peanuts

Large Format

Whole Fried Fish (gf)USD 29.00
crispy whole fried fish, sweet + spicy glaze

What 1,385 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Banyan Bar + Refuge is loved for its "creative and balanced menu," boasting standout Asian fusion dishes like bao buns and Dan Dan noodles. The "best patio in the South End" creates an inviting atmosphere. While some found service inconsistent, the food's "unique flavors" and "fun cocktails" make it a popular Boston spot.

1,385 Reviews

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Daniel
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service Love the miso ceasar salad!
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Emily
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went for a before theatre dinner. We got there before 6 so were able to take acetate of happy hour specials for dumplings and spring rolls - both of which were excellent. Server was attentive and lovely. Great dinner options but not so impressed by the deserts which we skipped
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Angie
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time and the staff was wonderful. The food was delicious. Thanks for everything! Angie
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Victor
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Awesome, just amazing! Food was delicious & staff was quick & efficient. I can’t wait to go back.
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Giulio
Greater Boston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful meal! Every single bite was delicious and transformative. Manuel, our server, was very attentive and always brought our food and drink out quickly.
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TaylorO VIP
Greater Boston13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the atmosphere! Food was great, our favs were pork ribs, crab Rangoon (which was like a giant mozzarella stick), and chicken boa bun. Drinks were fantastic
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Stephen
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is fantastic! From the service to the prices! Very affordable and extremely tasty! Will definitely be back! The bao buns are my favorite!
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Revathy
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 11 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely ambiance and vibe. When that’s there. The food is extra special.
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Suling
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I say this as a Southeast Asian American— I RARELY find Asian fusion spots that I enjoy, as they usually cater towards white Americans. Banyan hit the nail, and that’s what sets them apart. The food was delicious while paying homage to the cultures in both texture and taste. Every drink I tried I enjoyed (again— rare), and pairs well with many of the dishes. The dandan noodles aren’t spicy as I was hoping but still yummy. The larb cabbage wraps were super comforting to eat, and the salt pepper shrimp were surprisingly amazing (the best part was how sweet and tangy the paired sauce was). Great ambiance, cozy lighting and intentional vibes. New favorite spot, I will 100% be back here.
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Sophie VIP
Chicago9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Really delicious food! would go back - great ambiance. Service was okay, but other than that 5/5!
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FAQs

Banyan Bar + Refuge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 556-4211.

Banyan Bar + Refuge is rated 4.6 stars by 1385 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

11 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 27 times today

Experiences are available.

553 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(617) 556-4211
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking is available.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

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Banyan Bar + Refuge

Make a booking

Dining areas

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Where to drink in Boston right now

THE DOUBLE D SHOW

Fried Chicken Bao

Dan Dan Noodles

Sticky Chicken

Snacks To Start

Korean Carrot SaladUSD 8.00

EdamameUSD 8.00

Shishito PeppersUSD 10.00

Smashed Cucumbers

French FriesUSD 6.00

Marinated Tofu FetaUSD 8.00

Cold Plates

Ahi Tuna Crispy RiceUSD 20.00

Ahi Tuna Tartare USD 20.00

Thai Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce Wrap (gf)USD 18.00

Miso Caesar Salad (gf*, vg)USD 16.00

Snow Pea SaladUSD 15.00

Hot Plates

Salt + Pepper Shrimp (gf)USD 22.00

Green Curry MusselsUSD 23.00

Sticky ChickenUSD 21.00

Veggie Wonton (vg)USD 14.00

Oko-Style Brussels Sprouts (v*)USD 18.00

Coconut Calamari (gf)USD 19.00

Mushu Pork TacoUSD 15.00

Lobster RangoonUSD 18.00

Mapo-Tofu EmpanadaUSD 15.00

Thai Chili Cauliflower (vg)USD 17.00

Chili Garlic Green BeansUSD 12.00

Bao Buns

Lobster BaoUSD 23.00

KFC Bao (vg, v*)USD 13.00

Avocado Bao (vg, v*)USD 14.00

Fried Chicken BaoUSD 15.00

Pork Belly BaoUSD 15.00

Fried Oyster BaoUSD 16.00

Noodles

Soba Noodle SaladUSD 15.00

Dan Dan NoodlesUSD 23.00

Large Format

Whole Fried Fish (gf)USD 29.00

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Review summary

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