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Not Your Average Joe's Watertown, Watertown, MA

Not Your Average Joe's Watertown

4.3
4.3
1192 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
From our famous focaccia and dipping oil, to our legendary pizza, salads, and sandwiches, we offer something for everyone at Not Your Average Joe's. Come in for fan favorites like our Mustard Crusted Chicken or Steak Tips, stay for the extended list of wines, craft beer, and crafted cocktails. We serve an extensive gluten free menu and have full-service lunch and dinner 7 days a week in the dining room or outside on our patio. Our bar is also open for dining.

Not Your Average Joe's Watertown is located on Main Street in Watertown, MA. We are steps from the Watertown Free Public Library, and minutes from the Arsenal Mall and Charles River.

We are conveniently located up the road from Athena Health's expansive campus, the Perkins School for the Blind, and Watertown High School. Nearby lodging includes the Super 8 Watertown/Cambridge/Boston Area, Crowne Plaza Boston -Newton, and the Residence Inn by Marriot Boston Watertown.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Dining Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri 11:30–22:00 Sat 11:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (617) 926-9229 ext. 4
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jorge Lopez
  • Catering
    We offer our Family menu for large orders for the office, team, or whole family! Visit us online to see all of our menus, including our MarketPlace menu for preordering for large groups.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Not Your Average Joe's - Watertown can accommodate all of your special event needs. Choose from three different Prix Fixe lunch and dinner menus, or order à La Carte!
  • Area
    Watertown
  • Cross Street
    Church St.
  • Parking details
    Ample parking is available behind the building. The lots are metered from 8am-8pm, Monday thru Saturday.
  • Public transit
    Mass Transit Bus: 70,71 and 59.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,192 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Not Your Average Joe's Watertown is celebrated for its "reliable" dining experience, with innovative yet familiar dishes like the "flawless mustard crusted chicken." Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and accommodating options for dietary needs. While reservations might face challenges, the restaurant's vibrant atmosphere and tasty cocktails make it a popular spot.

1,192 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was reasonably priced and tasted average. The dessert was overcooked and burnt inside. It was removed from the bill. Bathrooms could have been cleaner. Seating area could have been cleaner. Wait staff did not clear the tables between courses of meals.

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  2. Sue

    Greater Boston

    71 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely time! We were seated immediately even though we were early on a busy Friday evening- thank you! The food & drinks were delicious & the service was wonderful! We’ll be back!

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  3. Freedom

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our family’s longtime favorites, delicious food, friendly service, casual vibe.

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  4. Susan

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good. Our server didn’t clear the table of dishes even after we ordered dessert.

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  5. Meredith

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    I’ve been eating at NYAJ for many years. The food was horrible at this visit. I ordered chicken piccata. It was swimming in sauce, the pasta was overcooked and the chicken also horrible. My grandson’s pizza needed to be remade. I will try a different location but will NEVER go back to the Watertown location again!
    Not Your Average Joe's WatertownResponded on 28 September 2024
    Thank you for the review - hope to see you again soon!

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  6. Denise

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 5 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entrees we had were herb-encrusted haddock, bbq meatloaf, mustard chicken and chicken piccata. They were all very good but the mashed potatoes and spinach were salty as was the gravy in the meatloaf entree. The service was fine - Marlo, our waitress was really great. She brought me the sautéed spinach when I realized my meal came with broccoli, which I can’t have. We liked the 2 different price options for the wine selections. Overall, it was a nice meal, nice atmosphere and an enjoyable time with friends.
    Not Your Average Joe's WatertownResponded on 28 September 2024
    Awesome review! We will be sharing with the entire team. We hope to see you again very soon.

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  7. Stacy

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 27 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not Your Average Joe’s is always phenomenal with my daughters’ food allergies so we will definitely be back! Those of us without allergies love the food also!
    Not Your Average Joe's WatertownResponded on 28 September 2024
    Thank you for the review - hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Talin

    Greater Boston

    22 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 19 August 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was great! No complains about our waiter. The food on the other hand was nothing to write home about. The Chicken Caesar Wrap, the chicken tasted like it was reheated and not fresh at all. The caesar salad tasted way way way too fishy. Overall we paid $130 and left 95% of the food of the food on the plates.

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  9. robrook

    Greater Boston

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on 1 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service! Jambalaya is an excellent choice for dinner. Comfortable seating in an upbeat atmosphere! Always enjoy dining at NYAJ in Watertown !
    Not Your Average Joe's WatertownResponded on 2 August 2024
    Awesome review! We will be sharing with the entire team. We hope to see you again very soon.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 July 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good but high prices driving families away. Place is always empty.
    Not Your Average Joe's WatertownResponded on 2 August 2024
    Awesome review! We will be sharing with the entire team. We hope to see you again very soon.

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FAQs

Not Your Average Joe's Watertown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 926-9229 ext. 4.

Not Your Average Joe's Watertown is rated 4.3 stars by 1192 OpenTable diners.

Not Your Average Joe's Watertown does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today

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Google Map for Not Your Average Joe's Watertown

55 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Church St.
  • Area
    Watertown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–21:00 Fri 11:30–22:00 Sat 11:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking is available behind the building. The lots are metered from 8am-8pm, Monday thru Saturday.
  • Public transit
    Mass Transit Bus: 70,71 and 59.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jorge Lopez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 926-9229 ext. 4
  • Catering
    We offer our Family menu for large orders for the office, team, or whole family! Visit us online to see all of our menus, including our MarketPlace menu for preordering for large groups.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Not Your Average Joe's - Watertown can accommodate all of your special event needs. Choose from three different Prix Fixe lunch and dinner menus, or order à La Carte!
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