Banyan Bar + Refuge

Name: Banyan Bar + Refuge
Address: 553 Tremont St, Boston, MA, United States, 02116
Telephone: (617) 556-4211
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1367 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

5 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails
Neighbourhood gem

Indulge in a captivating culinary journey at Banyan Bar + Refuge, a fusion of Southeast Asian and New England flavors. Our menu boasts a tantalizing array of sweet, salty, sour, and spicy creations that promise to delight your palate. Immerse yourself in a delightful atmosphere filled with great music and a relaxed ambiance as you enjoy the historic South End.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00
Phone number
(617) 556-4211
Website
http://www.banyanboston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
For pricing, and availability please inquire through our website.

Location
553 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116
Area
South End
Cross Street
Clarendon Street
Parking details
Street parking is available.
Public transit
Back Bay
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Ahi Tuna Crispy RiceUS$20.00
ahi tuna, crispy rice cakes, sriracha, scallions, unagi sauce
Ahi Tuna Tartare US$20.00
raw ahi tuna, pickled mango, avocado, chips
Thai Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce Wrap (gf)US$18.00
shrimp, lettuce, garlic, cilantro, onion, lime, peanut, soy
Miso Caesar Salad (gf*, vg)US$16.00
Napa cabbage, kale, miso caesar dressing, parmesan, cured egg yolk, breadcrumbs
Snow Pea SaladUS$15.00
Butter lettuce, watermelon + french radish, tofu "feta", sesame-ginger dressing

Hot Plates

Salt + Pepper Shrimp (gf)US$22.00
crispy wok-fried shrimp, green onion, jalapeño, Indonesian sauce (spicy)
Green Curry MusselsUS$23.00
Coconut milk, Thai chilis, basil, cilantro, lime
Sticky ChickenUS$21.00
crispy chicken thighs, sweet garlic + soy glaze, miso-scallion ranch
Veggie Wonton (vg)US$14.00
carrots, corn, cream cheese, scallions, soy sauce, thai chili sauce
Oko-Style Brussels Sprouts (v*)US$18.00
roasted brussels sprouts, vegan miso aioli, furikake, okonomiyaki sauce, bonito flake
Coconut Calamari (gf)US$19.00
fried calamari, toasted coconut, makrut lime + thai chili aioli
Mushu Pork TacoUS$15.00
Scallions pancake, chimichurri
Lobster RangoonUS$18.00
lobster, corn, cream cheese, scallions, thai chili sauce
Mapo-Tofu EmpanadaUS$15.00
Pork belly, chili sauce, stracciatella
Thai Chili Cauliflower (vg)US$17.00
roasted cauliflower, Thai-chili butter, edamame pureé, lime, scallions, cilantro, mint, crunchy shallots
Chili Garlic Green BeansUS$12.00
Chili-garlic sauce

Bao Buns

Lobster BaoUS$23.00
chilled lobster, mayo, lemon, scallions, onion, celery
KFC Bao (vg, v*)US$13.00
fried cauliflower, sweet+spicy sauce, scallions
Avocado Bao (vg, v*)US$14.00
crispy avocado, bbq sauce, onion, pickles
Fried Chicken BaoUS$15.00
crispy fried chicken thighs, Korean style sweet + spicy glaze, pickles
Pork Belly BaoUS$15.00
pork belly, shaved onion, pineapple, peanuts, cilantro
Fried Oyster BaoUS$16.00
Thai chili-makrut lime, mango slaw

Noodles

Soba Noodle SaladUS$15.00
Red cabbage, beets, carrots, snow peas, cilantro, cabbage, watermelon radish, peanut sauce
Dan Dan NoodlesUS$23.00
Spicy szechuan chicken ragu, lo mein noodles, peanuts

Large Format

Whole Fried Fish (gf)US$29.00
crispy whole fried fish, sweet + spicy glaze

What 1,367 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Banyan Bar + Refuge offers an exciting fusion of Asian-inspired cuisine with a creative twist, making it a standout in Boston's dining scene. The menu is "exceptional," featuring dishes like pork bao buns and ahi tuna on crispy rice. Guests rave about the "friendly, knowledgeable staff" and "vibrant" atmosphere, especially on the delightful patio. The restaurant's cocktails are as impressive as its food, with unique combinations that guests love. Despite some occasional service hiccups, the overall experience is consistently celebrated as "amazing" and "unforgettable." Perfect for both casual outings and special celebrations.

1,367 Reviews

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Brittany
Raleigh
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is a 10/10. I would recommend it to my friends. The daily happy hour is awesome and the portions were good, too. 10 dumplings for $5! I will take that any day! John was also a great waiter!
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Julie
VIP
Greater Boston
82 reviews
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on 26 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience with yummy interesting food!
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Michael
Greater Boston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The vegetarian options rely on spice for flavor, so if you don't like spicy food, try something else.
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Peter
VIP
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 21 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was varied, eclectic, creative, but not overly complicated. No dish was less than fantastic. Also, best octopus I’ve ever had. Restaurant was slightly drafty, but not enough to be uncomfortable, and the night I was there it was 15F and windy outside. So I wouldn’t worry about that too much. It was awesome.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had to wait a while for the table even with a reservation but the manager was super nice about it and made up for it with a free appetizer. Food, service, and vibes were great as always
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Luke
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Seating experience and service could have been faster/more organized
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Colin
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
great food, service, and drinks. Only complaint was that a party at a nearby table was taking multiple photos with point and shoot camera with flash, and with the dark lighting, it hurt the vibe
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steve
VIP
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great Food and excellent service. The menu is unusual and thoughtful. We had a great time.
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Marc
VIP
Baltimore
76 reviews
5.0
76 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and overall experience. Place was jumping on a Saturday night but they still seated us on time and the overall service was great.
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Basak
Greater Boston
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We have been to Banyan several times before but the quality of the food seemed to have declined over time. Everything we ordered was mediocre at best. Vegetable wontons were so bland as if they were coming from a cheep fast food store. The texture of the octopus was off and the sauce was like BBQ sauce, which was odd. The soba noodles were the worst. They had this peanut sauce covering them and you cant taste anything but this peanut sauce. It is a shame, we used to like this restaurant but it was a disappointment. Service was good though.
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FAQs

Banyan Bar + Refuge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 556-4211.

Banyan Bar + Refuge is rated 4.7 stars by 1367 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

5 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

553 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Clarendon Street
Area
South End
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 16:00–18:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking is available.
Public transit
Back Bay
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.banyanboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 556-4211
Private party facilities
For pricing, and availability please inquire through our website.

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Banyan Bar + Refuge

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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Snacks To Start

Korean Carrot SaladUS$8.00

EdamameUS$8.00

Shishito PeppersUS$10.00

Smashed Cucumbers

French FriesUS$6.00

Marinated Tofu FetaUS$8.00

Cold Plates

Ahi Tuna Crispy RiceUS$20.00

Ahi Tuna Tartare US$20.00

Thai Shrimp Ceviche Lettuce Wrap (gf)US$18.00

Miso Caesar Salad (gf*, vg)US$16.00

Snow Pea SaladUS$15.00

Hot Plates

Salt + Pepper Shrimp (gf)US$22.00

Green Curry MusselsUS$23.00

Sticky ChickenUS$21.00

Veggie Wonton (vg)US$14.00

Oko-Style Brussels Sprouts (v*)US$18.00

Coconut Calamari (gf)US$19.00

Mushu Pork TacoUS$15.00

Lobster RangoonUS$18.00

Mapo-Tofu EmpanadaUS$15.00

Thai Chili Cauliflower (vg)US$17.00

Chili Garlic Green BeansUS$12.00

Bao Buns

Lobster BaoUS$23.00

KFC Bao (vg, v*)US$13.00

Avocado Bao (vg, v*)US$14.00

Fried Chicken BaoUS$15.00

Pork Belly BaoUS$15.00

Fried Oyster BaoUS$16.00

Noodles

Soba Noodle SaladUS$15.00

Dan Dan NoodlesUS$23.00

Large Format

Whole Fried Fish (gf)US$29.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Banyan Bar + Refuge offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Banyan Bar + Refuge restaurant rated?

Is Banyan Bar + Refuge currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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