Best Brunch Restaurants in Financial District

Always excellent… 5th year here! Highly recommend.

Holiday brunch was exceptional, as our party included vegetarians who had numerous choices as well. The seafood options were outstanding, and the beef was well prepared and not overcooked. The sushi options were many, and the donut "bar" was a fun addition. The fruit options (fresh pineapple, raspberries and blueberries) were very fresh and tasty. Love the dessert room as well as the eggnog in the colorful glasses! Service was very attentive and helpful. The dining rooms had great views of Boston Harbor and the waterfront. We had a wonderful time!

This was our first time at Vermilion, and we will definitely be back! We went for a Christmas Eve lunch, and will return to try the dinner menu as well. Our lunch was fabulous and reasonably priced, especially excellent the food and service were. While it appears to be primarily a restaurant that specializes in steaks, at least for lunch we found the appetizers and side dishes to be superb as well. Cases in point: the broiled clams were so tasty, the French Onion Dumplings were delightful, and the Crispy Artichokes are a MUST! I had the French Dip, which was miles beyond any such sandwich I’ve had before: incredibly tender, on crispy yet light bread with Gruyère cheese and a perfect horseradish sauce on the side. (The skinny French fries that came with it were absolutely addictive.) My dining partner had the Spicy Steak Salad and he loved it. Our server Carlos was a true professional: gracious and attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and the wines, and happy to engage in conversation (though never intrusive). The location is great for me because I live and work near downtown and the Wharf District. The Vermilion is on the second floor of a new building, and you could easily walk past it if you weren’t looking for it specifically. Once inside, it’s quite comfortable and has a lovely island bar. The lounge-style seating is comfortable, classy yet relaxed. I look forward to visiting again, and can’t wait to try the dinner options!

Excellent service and delicious food! My Godson suggested this restaurant to celebrate his birthday and it was a great choice. The waitress was very engaging but not over the top. Drinks and food came pretty quickly. I would definitely go back.

Food was excellent, group got buffalo chicken dip and hummus plate to start — both great — and a burger, beyond burger, chef’s special pasta, chicken parm, and steak frites. Everyone enjoyed their meals with no complaints. Service however was not great. Waitress was not present or sincere. Otherwise great meal in a great atmosphere with lovely Christmas decorations!