The Aviary Restaurant & Bar

The Aviary Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Lori

   Rhode Island1 review

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely atmosphere. Service and atmosphere were terrific for lunch!
   

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   Stacey

   Greater Boston2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on 28 March 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Sent a note to the restaurant before leaving this review but there was no resolve or ownership on their part. I began to eat my meal and within the 2nd bite, chewed something solid- so took it out (thinking it was a bone). Then it happened again and a bunch of pieces were then collected. With further review, they weren't bones but instead were wooden pieces (maybe skewers) in my chicken dish. The table next to ours got served about 2 minutes after us and noticed my concern and asked what to look for and we compared dishes. He had no objects/wood pieces. When our server came over I had collected 6-7 pieces and asked her to look. She agreed not to eat it. I asked her if maybe a cooking utensil split since I identified they weren't bones. She said she would ask the Kitchen staff. She came back (without the plate) and reluctantly said they said it was probably the spices they use. The man next to us said he didn't order his same meal "without spices" so was as appalled as we were. Since this all took some time, she returned with the check soon after, and the meal was still on the bill. I asked if that was a mistake and she said she was unsure why and went to speak to the manager. She came back and said the manager said we had to pay because I "chose" not to eat the meal. Mindblown! I wish I had taken a picture! Needless to say, we paid the bill and tip (our server did feel bad and was as confused as we were, and having to be the go-between she deserved every penny)! I did write to the restaurant with the details above and the response given was that they would investigate this matter and hoped we would return in the future. I did send a response back to ask about the "investigation" and the concern for safety but have not received a response back in days. Definitely feel unvalued.
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Rhode Island2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent food and service! You can never go wrong by choosing the aviary!!!
   

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   David VIP

   Greater Boston9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Lori was an excellent server with great food. The food quality is outstanding.
   

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   Wayne

   Greater Boston3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 13 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent service, cocktails and food. The food had unique flavors and touch that made dining staples very enjoyable.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Las Vegas1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 12 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous restaurant fabulous food great service. The desserts are out of this world.
   

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Greater Boston2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 9 March 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Was not busy, bartender was inattentive, food was good, drinks were okay.
   

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   CecileL

   Greater Boston5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   We were charged extra when we requested a substitute for sides, which I find ridiculous, especially since we were not informed when we ordered. I also think being charged extra for bread at the beginning of the meal is not right. Again, both requests were honored but there was never mention of additional costs.
   

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   Karen VIP

   Rhode Island1 review

   2.0

   Dined on 7 March 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   We ordered fish and chips which was offered as a special. Both means had seriously undercooked fish. We notified our waitress and the food was sent back. Then we weee served overcooked fish. Terrible meal. We were very disappointed.
   

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    Judi VIP

    Greater Boston118 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    One of our favorite restaurants; a go-to to dine at with friends. The food and cocktails, especially the Pear Martinis, were delicious and the service excellent. We were not rushed and enjoyed a nice leisurely lunch.
    

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