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Semolina Kitchen & Bar

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Relaxed, timber-clad eatery offering wood-fired pizza, fresh pasta & rotating beers & wine. People often mention great, good, pasta, pizza, delicious, service, time, bread, staff, amazing,


Address

572 Boston Ave, Medford, MA 02155

Website

semolinakitchen.com

Contact

(781) 219-3871

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (704 reviews)

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Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (14) good (13) pasta (12) pizza (11) delicious (9) service (8) time (8) bread (7) staff (6) amazing (6)
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  • 5/5 Roshni B. 2 years ago on Google
    Appetizers and main course we're absolutely delicious! We ordered the Fried Calamari and a variety of pizzas and pastas. The Mozzarella was very very fresh. The Brioche Bread Pudding was to die for. Did not like the Cannoli though!
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joey K. 2 years ago on Google
    High quality, flavorful dishes that is set amongst a romantic topiary dining area. Lots of natural light to help keep it feeling open and bright ! The staff here are quick with refills and everyone I interacted with was wonderful! An amazing Caesar salad that I paired with an incredible tuna salad! Highly recommend this hidden gem!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kristin S. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious meal, and lovely patio! It's so nice to be able to eat outdoors when you have an immune-compromised member of your party.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joseph B. 3 months ago on Google • 302 reviews New
    Loved this place. Will come back often. The waitstaff were fantastic. Attentive, professional, and quick! For apps we got the calamari + house meatballs. The latter came with the in-house focaccia, which was some of the best bread I've ever had in my life. It's a must-try here, for sure. I had the shrimp pappardelle and it was amazing. I was torn between taking half of it home and just finishing it off at the table, and, well, I couldn't leave it for later. My only complaint is that when I go back I'll want to try their pizza, but the made-fresh pasta was so good I'm not sure how to skip it. Decisions, decisions.

  • 5/5 Laura W. 1 year ago on Google • 49 reviews
    my new favorite Italian restaurant in the Boston area! great atmosphere, friendly service, delicious cheesy bread and fresh pasta (I recommend the white wine sauce). and to top it off, the Great British BakeOff playing in the background. remember to save room for the divine bread pudding!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Christine K. 10 months ago on Google • 131 reviews
    I'd rate this a 3.5 star restaurant. It's quite popular so usually a wait for dinner as a walk-in. There's outdoor seating as well. Food: This is definitely mostly a pizza place. Very limited options other than pizza. The broccolini side dish didn't have much flavor. Our Greek Bolognese was different but definitely not an Italian seasoning - maybe allspice and nutmeg? Wasn't to my tastes but hubby thought it was good. The pasta alla vodka with added grilled chicken was a hit though. The crunchy breadcrumbs made it different and they're generous with the chicken, though not the bacon. Bar cocktails: could definitely be better. The old fashioned was just blah. Could make a better one at home, especially for about $16.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex L. 6 months ago on Google • 25 reviews
    Went for dinner and had a wonderful time at Semolina's. Our server was very friendly and had good suggestions. The calamari appetizer came with a ton of food and the sauce was delicious. The pizza was perfectly cooked and the past was also great! Cocktails were decent and overall it was good value for the price. Would definitely come back.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fernanda C. 4 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Great food, service and atmosphere! The place it self is so unique. Love the decorations especially the plants. The shrimp pasta, the spinach ricotta pizza and the clam chowder is a must in my opinion. Our second time in and will definitely be going back!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 K K. 1 year ago on Google
    Semolina...thank you! You consistently deliver perfection. Let's begin with the most amazing host in the biz...sorry I missed your name. Lindsay behind the bar...and the entire kitchen crew you are the best. Thanks! Greek salad and pizza is always perfect! Turkey burger special....there are no words..yum. See you again soon!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food, amazing cocktails, specials are always rotating, indoor/outdoor seating. Italian/Mediterranean focused but plenty of America standards and world flavor to be found all over the menu Pizza and pasta are always unreal but don't sleep on the sandwiches.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amy H. 1 year ago on Google
    I’ve definitely left a 5-star review for Semolina before, but I have to add another! Truly some of the best food I’ve had. I eat here often and have been lucky enough to try most of the menu and have never been disappointed. Keep an eye out for their specials, that’s really where they shine!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Joseph D. 2 months ago on Google • 7 reviews New
    Booked our reservation 2/3 weeks in advance because we know it's a busy place hard get a time slot. Place was busy as expected. We ordered drinks and our appetizer at the same time. Drinks were delivered server asked what we wanted for the main meal, we ordered. Time go by our dinners comes. Our waiter was to busy to stop by to check on us at any point. Finished our meals sat for longer. Had to flag him down and mention the appetizer didn't come out he asked if we wanted them after we had already finished dinner. We declined and asked for bill. He made no effort to try rectify the situation, just seemed like he didn't have time for us. First time I've left a 15% tip. Truly disappointed. All set on going back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Grace G. 10 months ago on Google
    prosciutto fig and mozzarella sandwich: 9/10, a lil too much jam and was a little sweet but loveeee Eggplant parm app: 6.5/10 good but nothing impressive Skewered Chicken plate: I didn’t have but my friend ate the whole thing so I think that’s a good sign Ice cream koiugn amann: 6/10 a little too sweet for me, tons of syrup which I felt like the dessert didn’t need Overall: still enjoyed my experience and I miss this place since graduating from tufts:’)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James Z. 2 months ago on Google • 78 reviews New
    Nice place near Tufts. Really good food, they recently added zucchini pasta for gluten free. When my wife and I want a really good, but not to fancy meal we get this.

  • 5/5 Anna D. 4 months ago on Google • 74 reviews
    Amazing place. Delicious Food and excellent service! There were moments when I wanted to them take longer to bring our food 🤣 cause they were fast! I can definitely say they work as the team. We had few appetizers and the dessert from the Special Christmas list. Everything was delicious.

  • 5/5 elizabeth h. 10 months ago on Google
    All around great atmosphere and staff but the food steals the show. The rainbow carrot salad, artichoke spaghetti and bread pudding are incredible. Thank you Christina!

  • 5/5 Ava J. 10 months ago on Google
    My friend took us here and wow! Great, fast service. Good wine list. Fresh, local ingredients, Cacio e pepe was the star. Loved our dessert jell-o shots. Cute spot. Thank you!

  • 5/5 Loretta G. 10 months ago on Google
    All of the food and drink was delicious. The special branzino dinner was delicious. The service is always excellent, and the sandwiches are always fantastic. That bread pudding is absolutely ridiculously rich. This is one of my go-to hangouts because of the unique cocktails and pleasant patio. The outdoor patio provides additional space for storage. Since they first started, I've been a regular customer since the food is so good. Everyone I've brought here has had a great time.

  • 5/5 Katherine 11 months ago on Google
    Yummy drinks, entrees, and desserts. We just had the branzino special and it was special. The sandwiches are delicious and the service is consistently great. The bread pudding is outrageously decadent. Creative cocktails and nice outdoor seating make this one of my favorite places. There is plenty of packing and the outdoor patio is a great option. I've been eating here since they opened and everything is excellent. I've brought friends and family here, and no one was disappointed.

  • 5/5 Sophia P. 11 months ago on Google
    What a wonderful little place! Perfect for date night. The staff was so upbeat and helpful. I loved the ambiance because it was not too loud despite the place being pretty full, it was bright enough to see the food and my date but it wasn’t fluorescent lights. Opted for a nonalcoholic shaken iced tea which was great :) they also serve half portions of Dave’s fresh pasta which I’m always stoked about bc I can never finish a full plate. I can wait to come back!!

  • 5/5 jbluthardt 1 year ago on Google
    4.5 stars; great pasta (Dave’s) with spicy sauce and meatballs….which went great with the spinach, ricotta and garlic pizza. Pizza had great crust, not as flavorful as it looked but still excellent. Pleasant vibe, and a short walk from new green line T stop.

  • 5/5 Anita N. 6 months ago on Google
    Highly recommend! Found this neighborhood gem near Tufts en route to hotel from Logan on a rainy night. Tired, stressed and hungry, we were delighted by the delicious aromas, welcoming service and cozy atmosphere. The food was fantastic: we shared a large garden salad and meat lovers pizza. The homemade limeade was so refreshing! Other patrons were regulars. We felt right at home despite being newcomers.

  • 5/5 Kathleen N. 5 months ago on Google
    Semolina truly never misses. Their pizza and pasta are consistent and amazing but they where they truly shine is their specials and their amazing wait and bar staff. Lindsay and Val behind the bar absolutely made our night. AND you can’t pass up the bread pudding - best dessert in the greater Boston area.

  • 5/5 Kyla Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Kind staff, diverse menu options, and delicious food and drinks! Everything we've tried here has been great - including the fries (which can be hit or miss at other places). All the seating areas (indoor, outdoor, and tent) and bathroom are nice and clean. My favorite restaurant in the area.

  • 5/5 Tim C. 1 year ago on Google
    Years ago we fell in love with Dave’s fresh pasta. Then we moved out of Davis Square and semolina‘s came in not too far away from us. Whenever we have a chance to get there we go. Are usually try to get a pasta place but the sandwiches are good to. And I always like sitting belly up at the bar for a good experience. Outdoor seating is high demand, so plan accordingly

  • 5/5 Robin S. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place. My neighborhood restaurant. Great food, great service and great ambiance. The staff here are very friendly. Always give good suggestions. The ice cream selection is great! Always a good time coming here. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Adam B. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome pasta and pizza. We had spaghetti and pizza (2 kinds). All very tasty! Cold dining on the patio (we're from AZ), but better than no dining at all.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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