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The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits - Steakhouse in Worcester, Massachusetts

The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits

4.4 (3295 reviews)

117 Highland St, Worcester, MA 01609

Restaurant
American restaurant
Grill
Bar
Bar & grill
Cafe
Caterer
Family restaurant
Fine dining restaurant
Gastropub

About The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits - steak house in Worcester, Massachusetts

Long-running haunt draws college kids & locals with a large choice of American eats, beers, and TVs.

Customer Review Summary

The Boynton Restaurant & Spirits is consistently praised for its great service, comfortable atmosphere, and delicious food. Families enjoy the large portions and variety of menu items, including favorites like the fried fisherman's combo platter and the Super Lobster Roll. Appetizers such as Lobster Rangoons, artichoke dip, and mozzarella sticks receive high marks for flavor and satisfaction. While busy on weekends, reservations can help avoid long waits. Overall, diners appreciate the efficient service and excellent value for money, making it a popular choice in Worcester.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.4 out of 5
5
2075
4
848
3
210
2
76
1
86
Based on 3295 reviews

Jennifer Welch

11 months ago

We've been to the Boynton a few times with our family over the years when we've visited Worcester. Each time we find something new to love about it. The service is always great, the location and parking is convenient, and the food is consistently good. This trip I thoroughly enjoyed the fried fisherman's combo platter. It was FANTASTIC! I even ate the potato wedges which were a nice addition instead of regular fries. The tartar sauce was on point which can make or break any fried fish meal. My husband loved the burger of the month. Our daughter had the fried mozzarella. The marinara sauce was delicious. The cheesy garlic flatbread was tasty, but a bit greasy. Our son ate two hot dogs and left quite happy. Although we were extremely full, we shared a slice of cheesecake which was great as well. The shining star, however, was the apple brown Betty. Overall, we had a great experience at the Boynton!

Avery Miller

1 year ago

Searched for a good lobster roll place in Worcester and Boynton delivered. 🙏🙏 They are not shy with their half pound Super Lobster Roll it was extremely fresh and well seasoned. The Lobster Rangoons were without a doubt the best thing I’ve eaten in Worcester the spicy sauce that goes along with it is superb. The artichoke dip cured my distaste for vegetable dips in general and paired very nicely with their baked to perfection pita chips. Their potato wedges are definitely the best I’ve had ever. I almost finished them before I could grab the ketchup from the other side of the table. The portions sizes 100% give you a bang for your buck I’ve never been so excited to have left overs honestly. The atmosphere is extremely comfortable and ambient!! The hosts were so eager and ready to seat, accommodate, and help us out. Our server was extremely nice and I’ve already recommended The Boynton Restaurant to friends. Easily tops surrounding restaurants in the area.

Sam Bello

Always tasty food and great vibes at the Boynton. Oftentimes there is over a thirty minute wait on Fri/Sat but if you make a reservation this can be avoided. Great specials, large, shareable apps and well run restaurant

V M

7 months ago

We had a large group. Our waitress was fantastic. I ordered a lobster roll! It was delicious! My friend ordered the eggplant parmigiana and it was a large portion.

Rita Meattey

1 year ago

Super efficient restaurant with excellent food and prices are good. Reserved a table online and were seated promptly in a noisy bar area. Super impressed with their efficient service, whomever came up with their system is to be congratulated. Then the food was spot on. We ate the endamne pot stickers for an app. My scallops were seared perfectly with the lightest gnocchi and a lovely lemon cream sauce. Hubby had the whole belly clam roll which he loved. Extensive menu which should satisfy anyone. An excellent stop for dinner.

John Bomba

6 months ago

Good food at a good price. The fisherman's platter was stuffed with shrimp and delicious fries.

Jamie Kasierski

Such a wonderful restaurant. The appetizers of mozzarella sticks and artichoke dip were phenomenal. I had the turkey dinner. It was stupendous. Everyone else enjoyed their meals tremendously as well. Service was friendly and considering how busy it was, rather quick. Atmosphere? Speaks for itself. Comfortable and comforting.

Sam Nuzzolilo

We love their nachos, pretzels margarita pizza, buffalo chicken wraps. We have never been disappointed any time we’ve gotten take out from there. They are always super sweet over the phone as well.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11 AM–12:30 AM
Monday 11 AM–11 PM
Saturday 11 AM–12:30 AM
Sunday 11 AM–11 PM
Thursday 11 AM–11 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–11 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–11 PM

Price Range

$20–30