15 Walnut Local Bistro

15 Walnut Local Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   JudyandStanG

   Central Coast217 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 5, 2014

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

   A wonderful treasure in our area--warm, welcoming, terrific food, great service. And we are so thankful the sushi menu is back--especially the 15 Walnut roll!
   

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   Pucks

   Greater Boston48 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 19, 2014

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

   We had a most enjoyable meal at this venue.
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Greater Boston45 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 17, 2014

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

   We had been here maybe 4 or 5 times and usually had great food. This time it was ok. The menu sounded great and it was almost impossible to choose. But the fried artichokes had a thick batter on them and were not very golden brown. Beet salad was excellent. All the wood fired items were not wood fired because the hood wasn't even working. (We didn't realize this until we got our food). I guess I feel like our server should have explained that. So everything that should have been roasted and caramelized were pretty soft and beige and not very exciting. Also they sous vide the chicken too long. It was gummy. This visit wasn't terrible, I just think based on the menu and our previous visits we had higher expectations. our drinks were amazing!
   

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   Jeff

   Greater Boston40 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 16, 2014

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

   We hadnt been to 15 Walnut in about 1 1/2 years because we were so dissappointed the last time we went (more by the atmosphere and service than by the food). While the atmosphere and service still arent warm and inviting (they arent bad they're simply blah) the food more than made up for it. We had the tapas board to start and it was very good. All 3 of us were very happy with our entrees (scallops, steak tips, and duck). The chocolate molten cake that we shared was great. The entrees are a little pricy but you can get drinkable wine for $7 a glass.
   

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   corgis

   Greater Boston10 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on March 15, 2014

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

   Not a kid friendly restaurant at all. We had one child with us and we were seated in the very last table in the restaurant right next to the back door. When we approached the table I asked is this the kids room? Two people in our party ordered the same exact meal; the rib eye. One dish came out as you would expect a rib eye to be and cooked as asked (rare). The second dish came out half the thickness and a smaller in size and overdone. It was asked to be cooked medium rare. It was pre-cooked and then cooked again. When brought to the waiters attention he really didn't know what to say. He then asked if she would like to take the rest of her meal home! Manager never came over to apologize; nothing. Needless to say we will not be back.
   

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   Brittopia

   Greater Boston21 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 9, 2014

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

   We went on a Sunday evening, so a lot more quiet than on a Saturday and Friday night. I made reservations, but did not need them. The bread basket had warm and yummy rolls. My husband ordered the scallop dish (kale and risotto) - recommended by the waitress and he loved it. My soon-to-be daughter-in-law ordered the large size lobster macaroni and cheese and said it was very tasty, but also very rich - a lot of food to take home. My son ordered the BBQ (Brussel sprouts). Also very good. I ordered the duck breast, (wild rice/figs and Brussel sprouts). Prepared nicely. The restaurant has an open feel. You can see into the kitchen. Nice bar. The sign out front had broken, so it only says '15 Wa' if you are looking for it.
   

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   cheeseplease VIP

   Greater Boston58 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on March 8, 2014

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

   prices way high. portions too small. bread pudding not good or even warm. blood orange marg too sour. terribly poor menu knowledge from the server. pumpkin bisque was yummy. that's about it.
   

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   Octamaroon

   Greater Boston10 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 7, 2014

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

   Ordered app of eggplant rollatini which was unusually prepared but a nice change of pace. Main course of steak tips was a disappointment as they were tough and chewy. Dinner companion ordered scallops and found them to be good but accompaniments were just so so. Bread and oil were the star of the show as well as an excellent cup of fresh brewed coffee. Tried lava cake for dessert and found it to be more like a brownie but definitely a chocolate craving satisfied! Surrounding parties were somewhat loud conversationalists but environment became more enjoyable once they finished their meal. 15 Walnut has the potential to be a neighborhood favorite.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Greater Boston3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 7, 2014

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

   Since our last visit, the menu seems to have been redone. The short rib sandwich with triple cheese fondue and arugula was stellar. Great wine selections.
   

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    PamC

    Orlando2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 2, 2014

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

    This was not our first visit, and maybe our expectations were too high. The food was pretty good both in terms of selection and preparation...the bigger issue was the service. Several beers on the menu were unavailable, and our food came much too quickly with not enough time to chat over our cocktails. The whole evening felt rushed from the restaurant's point of view...but we don't do this often so were hoping to linger a bit.
    

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