White Horse Tavern

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   Alberta

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   11 reviews

   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was exceptional! My husband said the beef Wellington was the best he’s ever had. My catch of the day was sword fish and it was a thick slice done perfectly. Our guest loved their meals also. Even the simple Caesar salad was deemed best ever. The beet and goat cheese salad my friend ordered was amazing and so was the simple mixed greens, vegetables and toasted seed salad that I had. Wine list and drinks, service etc all five stars!! We will be back
   

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   Peter

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful dinner and service. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience.
   

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   Lisa

   VIP

   London

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   On a very cold evening, there were fires in 2 large fireplaces, which gave a warm and inviting atmosphere. The historic building was immaculately kept. The white table cloths added sophistication. The steak frites was perfectly cooked and very tasty. The chicken marsala was nicely done, but we were disappointed with the mashed potatoes, which were mainly a butter puree with a hint of potato. We took a risk ordering the pasta with ragu in a traditional, non-Italian restaurant, but it really paid off. It was absolutely delicious. High quality meat. Authentic Italian taste and al dente pasta. They also had an extensive wine list. The server was very pleasant and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
   

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   Charles

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our whole experience was wonderful. The building itself is a 350+ year old colonial gem, and our dining room had a nice warm fire going in the fireplace, a delight after coming in from the freezing cold. There are no "mocktails" on the menu, but the bartender made a delicious one for us. The cheese and meat appetizer was delicious, and our entrees (Beef Wellington and a swordfish steak) were amazing.
   

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   Andrew

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   An amazing experience in one of the oldest restaurants in the world. Great setting, great food and service. Highly recommend.
   

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   cathy

   Greater Boston

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food and service were outstanding. We had 5 servers checking in to see what we needed but in a subtle non disruptive way. Best meal I’ve had in quite a while including a scrumptious dessert! Staff was wonderful and we loved learning about the history of the oldest restaurant in the US. Definitely a treat!
   

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   steve

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience! Wonderful seat in front of the fireplace on a cold winters night. Chris and team took excellent care of us. Food was very good. Will be back.
   

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   Ana

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   32 reviews

   5.0

   32 reviews

   Dined on 20 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our second time dining at the White Horse Tavern and it was just as great as the first time! Our waitress was attentive, friendly, and just all around great! The oysters were delicious. Great wine selection, and our meal was superb! We will definitely be back.
   

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   Ron

   New York City

   11 reviews

   4.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   To start we had a 645 reservation party of two and we called and said we would be about 20 minutes late due to snowstorm. Hostess said we have to be there by 7 o’clock, which is their 15 minute window with a table will be given away. We rushed and actually made it there on time but was very frantic. I can understand the 15 minute window table being held if we didn’t call, but calling letting them know, I don’t believe that should’ve been policy. They weren’t going to see the table afterwards, so it should not have been a question of turn. The waiter though nice did not mention any specials, also charge us $8.50 for a cup of decaf coffee, represented us with a large pot. The salmon board was wonderful as well the scallops, the chicken, subbed, brussels sprouts with it, had way too much sauce. Share plates were never put on the table with the appetizer, Runner just dropped it off and left. I am in the industry as well, I was just a little disappointed since we were there once before and had a wonderful time. I think the initial rush started us on a bad foot. Last I left my phone when I return and look at the table and saw the Waiter. They didn’t seem to know anything about it yet. It was at the front desk. On a good note The bearded bus person was very nice and accommodating.
   

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    Julia

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    As always amazing! Thank you! We love your food and the service was awesome! Tim rocks!
    

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