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Branch Line, Watertown, MA

Branch Line

4.7
4.7
2576 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
20:30
Booked 25 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
Hi Friends!

Branch Line is a neighborhood rotisserie and wood fired grill in the Watertown Arsenal built on a foundation of personalized hospitality.

Featuring a year-round patio. Branch Line offers something for everyone. Twenty taps continuously change and offer a great craft beer selection, while a curated wine list features bottles that are value-driven and also ready for any special occasion.

The Crystal Valley Rotisserie Chicken spins and roasts in sight of nearly every table in the dining room while the fire roars under vegetables, fish, and meat. The "Little Chicken" menu is great for kids, too!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (617) 420-1900
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Branch Line offers several private dining options including full restaurant buyouts, intimate gatherings on our year-round heated and covered patio, a game or two of bocce on our bocce court, or simple dinners for 10. Easily customizable menus. Free and abundant parking.
  • Area
    Watertown
  • Cross Street
    Kingsbury Ave
  • Parking details
    Branch Line is located within the Watertown Arsenal. Free parking is ample in the garage across the street. You can find the entrance to Branch Line on the back side of 321 Arsenal Street. We are behind the Mosesian Center for the Arts.
  • Public transit
    Access via the MBTA Buses: 59, 64, 70, 71, 73
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,576 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Branch Line boasts "great food, great service, and a great atmosphere." Known for its flavorful rotisserie chicken, this restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a cozy outdoor seating area. Guests appreciate the "wonderful service" and diverse menu options, including gluten-free choices. It's a local favorite for both regular and special occasions.

2,576 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waitstaff are amazing, the food excellent, the ambiance great. They are especially kind to children. We like to sit in the outdoor heated "tent." This is our favorite restaurant in the region -- we eat here often.

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  2. Lisa

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fabulous as always!!!! I brought a friend, and she loved it.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great team. Nick, the bartender, is awesome! Made an incredible off menu cocktail that was honestly one of the best drinks I’ve ever had! We’ve gone to Branchline for YEARS and order takeout as well, but our new favorite thing is date night sitting at the bar!

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  4. Sydney

    Greater Boston

    155 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    155 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hadn't been to Branch Line since before the pandemic but it was as good as I remembered it had been. Good service, tasty food, nice sized portions, energetic crowd...what else can I say? We'll be back next time we're in the neighborhood and will actually order less food since the portions of salads and sides are quite large.

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  5. Ellen

    Greater Boston

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here with a group of 14 before a jazz concert at the Mosesian next door. I had preordered appetizers and wine, and the food was excellent. Everything was served perfectly and promptly. Travis, our waiter, was friendly and efficient. The whole experience was a pleasure. Thank you!

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  6. Donna

    Greater Boston

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful meal here Dining room gets loud but food is so good and service is terrific

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  7. Michelle

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for the first time to celebrate my birthday. Wonderful food, Truffle Dijon chicken was absolutely amazing! The grilled squid was served in a delicious sauce and the Brussels sprouts were cooked perfectly! Would return again!

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  8. Linda

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent, service attentive but not intrusive, and our party of 7 sat at the table for hours. It was a little noisy because of the high ceilings, but everyone enjoyed their meal.

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  9. Nancy

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Rock music in the outdoor area was just too much - we could hardly hear each other (table of 4). And with only three tables of folks in total in the room. We finally asked our very kind waiter to turn it down.

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  10. BostonP

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant - the food was wonderful and atmosphere was fun. Free parking! The New England Corn Esquites was AMAZING. Will definitely go again!!

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FAQs

Branch Line offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 420-1900.

Branch Line is rated 4.7 stars by 2576 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
20:30
Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Branch Line

321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kingsbury Ave
  • Area
    Watertown
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Branch Line is located within the Watertown Arsenal. Free parking is ample in the garage across the street. You can find the entrance to Branch Line on the back side of 321 Arsenal Street. We are behind the Mosesian Center for the Arts.
  • Public transit
    Access via the MBTA Buses: 59, 64, 70, 71, 73
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 420-1900
  • Private party facilities
    Branch Line offers several private dining options including full restaurant buyouts, intimate gatherings on our year-round heated and covered patio, a game or two of bocce on our bocce court, or simple dinners for 10. Easily customizable menus. Free and abundant parking.
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