The Refinery

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   William VIP

   Greater Boston6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

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

   Service was quick and attentive Food was fresh and plentiful I had snapper and could not finish took half home. Good mocktails and na beer choices Should not be overlooked would go back in a minute
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 28 February 2025

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

   Food and service were incredible. We will definitely be back
   

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   Eirene

   Phoenix5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 26 February 2025

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

   I need to eat gluten free and this restaurant had plenty of options. Service was fantastic as was the food!
   

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   Joni VIP

   New Orleans36 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 25 February 2025

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

   We are so happy to be back on the island to enjoy this establishment. The food is unique and very different from all the other restaurants. It’s a welcome delight to eat here. Already have our reservations to eat here again before we leave. You won’t be disappointed by the food.
   

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   Joy VIP

   Greater Boston12 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

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

   Well, this was a different experience than what we had 5 months ago. The music was blasting and we had to ask three times to turn it down. The service was incredibly slow and appetizers came out after some entrees, etc. The portions were tiny and overpriced. My mango mahi mahi did not have any mango anywhere. The drinks were solid but that was it. Really disappointed as we loved it on our first visit here. And we own a house here and want to recommend the best places to people to visit but this will not make that list now. I hope they can improve… some of the dishes were awesome the first time. Has great potential.
   

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   Shirley

   Baltimore7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

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

   Our party order appetizers and each order a different entree. Every dish was excellent. Our only regret was it was our last night and we wouldn’t be able to dine here a second time. Our waitress was sweet and attentive. They were very busy so we understood the evening might take a little extra time and it did. I was looking forward to dessert but was too full to order any. If you like flavorful exciting food don’t miss out on trying The Refinery.
   

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   Patricia VIP

   London15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

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

   Wonderful pan-Caribbean menu & terrific cocktails. A great addition to the St John dining scene.
   

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   Natasha

   San Francisco1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

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

   Great memorable experience. We had a family of 7 for birthday dinner. Cocktails were unique and delicious. Inventive Caribbean inspired dishes. We ordered a bunch of appetizers they were all great especially chicken drumsticks. Lobster was absolutely delicious and a huge portion. None of us was vegan, but we ordered Trinidad Two dish and it was delicious. We sat at a table on the sidewalk and really enjoyed it. It felt like a European terrace cafe, very lively people watching and colorful local taxis driving by. Service was very friendly and informal but well executed. It seems that they worked as a team, we had couple of people taking our orders and bringing drinks and dishes. All in all wonderful experience and the best meal of our St. John family vacation.
   

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   Clifton

   Richmond3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 21 February 2025

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

   Delicious food, fun staff and the prices aren't bad at all. Definitely a place to check out while here.
   

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    Kevin

    Chicago1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

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

    Beware of this restaurant. Without a doubt, this was the worst dining experience my wife and I have ever had. The service was virtually nonexistent—my meal arrived and sat for 25 minutes before my wife’s was finally brought out, with no apology or explanation. To make matters worse, the pricing was outrageous—$54 for short ribs with plain white rice is simply unreasonable. The terrible service completely ruined the experience. Even if you’re desperate, do yourself a favor and avoid this place. This version maintains your strong stance while making it more fluid and impactful. Let me know if you’d like any further refinements!
    

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