Branch Line

Name: Branch Line
Address: 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA, United States, 02472
Telephone: (617) 420-1900
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2609 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

30 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 46 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Lively

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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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
Website
http://www.branchlinearsenal.com/
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.

Location
321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
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

Popular dishes

ABUS$0.00
WARM PRETZELUS$11.00
honey mustard (veg)
- 4 PRETZELSUS$2.00
BIG COBB SALADUS$15.00
rotisserie chicken, bacon, feta, tomato, egg, sherry vinaigrette (gf)
ROTI CHICKEN CROQUETTESUS$16.00
ROTISSERIE CHICKEN, POTATO, CALABRIAN AIOLI
WARM CRAB DIPUS$17.00
CAESAR SALADUS$16.00
romaine, croutons, anchovy
CHIPS & DIPUS$8.00
House-made russet chips, pecorino ranch dip
IGGY'S FRANCESE BREADUS$5.00
chicken drippings
LITTLE LEAF SALADUS$11.00
Heirloom tomato, cucumber, dijon vinaigrette
- ADD CHICKENUS$7.00
- ADD AVOCADOUS$3.00
- ADD HARD BOILED EGGUS$2.00
- ADD SHRIMPUS$10.00
SUGAR SNAP PEA SALADUS$15.00
almond vinaigrette, mint, ricotta (gf, veg)

LUNCH PLATES & SANDWICHES

CRAB CAKESUS$19.00
Grapefruit salad, almond, avocado, lemon aioli
EGGPLANT PARM SANDWICHUS$14.00
SHORT RIB GRILED CHEESEUS$16.00
CHICKEN SALAD BLATUS$15.00
aioli, pickled daikon & carrot, cucumber, jalapeno, cilantro
LUNCH BURGERUS$19.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Med-RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Med-WellUS$0.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN SANDWHICHUS$16.00
piri piri mayo, lettuce, tomato, avocado
LUNCH RISSOTTOUS$18.00
MD HALF CHICKENUS$23.00
- REGULARUS$0.00
- PIRI PIRIUS$0.00
- TRUFFLEUS$0.00
MD WHOLE CHICKENUS$45.00
- REGULARUS$0.00
- PIRI PIRIUS$0.00
- TRUFFLEUS$0.00
- CARVEDUS$0.00
- WHOLEUS$0.00

LUNCH SIDES

SHOESTRING FRENCH FRIESUS$8.00
salt, rosemary
- PLAINUS$0.00
- ROSEMARYUS$0.00
- GARLICUS$0.00
- TRUFFLEUS$2.00
SIDE GREEN SALADUS$7.00
SIDE CHIPSUS$3.00
MARINATED CUCUMBERSUS$8.00
broken cream, mint (gf, veg)
CRISP FETA POTATOESUS$10.00
herbs, olive oil
SHELLS & CHEESEUS$12.00
sharp cheddar, old bay crumbs
SIDE SAUCEUS$1.00
- TOMATOEUS$0.00
- HOUSE SAUCEUS$0.00
- PIRI PIRIUS$3.00
- HONEY TRUFFLEUS$0.00
- SPECIAL REQUESTUS$0.00
- mayoUS$0.00
- GRABICHEUS$0.00
- SPECIAL SAUCEUS$0.00
- ROMESCOUS$0.00

DESSERTS

CHOCOLATE BROWNIE SUNDAEUS$12.00
vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, candied pecans, chocolate sauce
PINT OF SWEET CREAM ICE CREAMUS$9.00
Pint of Caramel Swirl Sweet Cream Ice Cream (gf)
SWEET CREAM CARAMEL ICE CREAMUS$9.00
Caramel, hazelnuts
WATERMELON SORBETUS$8.00
seasonal
ROB SPECIALUS$14.00
A dark chocolate brownie served with our sweet cream ice cream topped with caramel & hazelnuts
BREAD PUDDINGUS$11.00
PANNA COTTAUS$0.00

LITTLE CHICKEN MENU (Kids!)

KIDS CHICKENUS$10.00
fries
KIDS PASTAUS$7.00
buttered noodles, parmesan cheese
- Add Rotisserie ChickenUS$4.00
KIDS SLIDERSUS$12.00
two sliders, cheddar, fries
KIDS MACUS$9.00
KIDS BOLOGNESEUS$9.00
parmesan

What 2,609 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
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Branch Line offers a vibrant dining experience with a "wonderful atmosphere." Patrons rave about the "excellent rotisserie chicken" and "friendly, knowledgeable staff." While some find it noisy inside, the outdoor seating is a popular choice. Desserts like the "delicious hot chocolate brownie" add to the appeal of this local favorite.

2,609 Reviews

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Chris
VIP
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful wine dinner executed to perfection! Great food and wine pairings! We will be back! Chris Adams
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Hans
VIP
Greater Boston
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for dinner. Excellent service. Food was well season. The Branch chicken was well seasoned and moist. Best chicken I had in a long time. The Pacifico stripped Bass was cook to perfection and the crab Louie was flavorful with good blend of avocado and crab meat. Plenty of crab meat We will definitely return.
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Pamela
VIP
Washington DC
61 reviews
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on 18 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our second visit to Branch Line. Our party of four enjoyed Branch Line's specialty rotisserie chicken dishes, short rib, dinner salad, and desserts. Everything was delicious! We also appreciated that, while Branch Line's vibe is lively and festive, we were able to have good conversation at the table without having to shout over loud music.
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Ben
VIP
Los Angeles
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Good food and ambiance over-shawdowed by poor service (although the mgr was delightful)
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Arlene
VIP
Greater Boston
177 reviews
4.0
177 reviews
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lunch service was smooth and attentive. Our table shared the bread plate with chicken drippings. Bread excellent (Iggys), drippings not so much. Tasted fatty. However meals were the highlight. We had the short rib sandwhich that was delicious. Chicken was bright and generous. Fried chicken sandwhich was well done. Rotisserie chicken and frites excellent, best plate ordered.
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Erin
VIP
Tahoe
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere and food! Highly recommend! The service was top-notch.
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Matthew
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 10 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Branchline but the steak frites ordered as medium were a bit undercooked and the end of the bar was a bit cramped.
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Frank
Greater Boston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First time at Branch Line. Ambience is very nice, modern and open but visually appealing. Service was excellent; knowledgeable and helpful wait-staff. Food came quickly and was nicely cooked, e.g. fish nice and soft, moist but completely done. Sauces were savory and not too salty. Delicious hot chocolate brownie dessert. Wine list is interesting and reasonably priced. My only issue is that it is pretty noisy, so don't plan on a quiet, intimate conversation. Else, definitely worth the money.
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Michal
Greater Boston
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always enjoy sitting at the bar. And Nick is the best behind the bar! Great waiter! I do have to say I really miss the sticky ribs. Please bring them back!
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Gayle
Greater Boston
63 reviews
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always delicious! We ordered too much food and too much alcohol but everything was great. Service good. Food good.
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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 2609 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

30 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 46 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.branchlinearsenal.com/
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.

Branch Line

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Sugar Snap Pea Salad

Piri Piri Chicken

CHIPS & DIP

LUNCH SALADS & SNACKS

ABUS$0.00

WARM PRETZELUS$11.00

BIG COBB SALADUS$15.00

ROTI CHICKEN CROQUETTESUS$16.00

WARM CRAB DIPUS$17.00

CAESAR SALADUS$16.00

CHIPS & DIPUS$8.00

IGGY'S FRANCESE BREADUS$5.00

LITTLE LEAF SALADUS$11.00

SUGAR SNAP PEA SALADUS$15.00

LUNCH PLATES & SANDWICHES

CRAB CAKESUS$19.00

EGGPLANT PARM SANDWICHUS$14.00

SHORT RIB GRILED CHEESEUS$16.00

CHICKEN SALAD BLATUS$15.00

LUNCH BURGERUS$19.00

BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN SANDWHICHUS$16.00

LUNCH RISSOTTOUS$18.00

MD HALF CHICKENUS$23.00

MD WHOLE CHICKENUS$45.00

LUNCH SIDES

SHOESTRING FRENCH FRIESUS$8.00

SIDE GREEN SALADUS$7.00

SIDE CHIPSUS$3.00

MARINATED CUCUMBERSUS$8.00

CRISP FETA POTATOESUS$10.00

SHELLS & CHEESEUS$12.00

SIDE SAUCEUS$1.00

DESSERTS

CHOCOLATE BROWNIE SUNDAEUS$12.00

PINT OF SWEET CREAM ICE CREAMUS$9.00

SWEET CREAM CARAMEL ICE CREAMUS$9.00

WATERMELON SORBETUS$8.00

ROB SPECIALUS$14.00

BREAD PUDDINGUS$11.00

PANNA COTTAUS$0.00

LITTLE CHICKEN MENU (Kids!)

KIDS CHICKENUS$10.00

KIDS PASTAUS$7.00

KIDS SLIDERSUS$12.00

KIDS MACUS$9.00

KIDS BOLOGNESEUS$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Branch Line offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Branch Line restaurant rated?

Is Branch Line currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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