Meritage Restaurant

A couple of things off the top. There is a $50 charge per person when canceling a reservation less than 48 hours from the actual reservation. I don't think this was communicated to me before or during the reservation process via OpenTable. I saw it after and was disappointed as plans do change and things do come up. When my friend asked how dead set I was on eating here, I almost had a heart attack at the prospect of paying for nothing.

I recently went to Meritage with my wife for dinner on her birthday. It was an amazing experience and my wife has been on cloud-9 since. This is less a dinner out and more a dining experience. The staff are all top tier professional and offered a complimentary champagne and wrote a nice happy birthday note on the desert dish for the special occasion. My wife had an amazing view of the harbor which she loved as well. I saw some other reviews comment on the food quality. I can kind of understand as they don't season the way I think a lot of people anticipate. Everything is more about complimentary flavors and emphasizing the ingredients over adding gratuitous flavoring. If you like heavily salted or sugary food you might not be a fan. I found everything amazing though. Perfectly cooked and in unique combinations but not gimmicky. Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable and friendly and happy to entertain all our questions. They kept us updated on kitchen times and promptly removed used dishes. The small dishes offer a nice sample while the large dishes left both my wife and I satiated. We both felt well attended to without being badgered. While the prices are a high they are not unreasonable. I found myself almost considering it a bargain at the end of the night for the experience we had. If you're more price conscious like myself you might not find yourself here regularly but I highly recommend it for a special occasion and look forward to returning in the future.

We knew coming here was going to be an authentic experience of the finer things, and interesting it was even more than that. It had you feeling like a Roman lord with the dishes and the etiquette. The smell when entering makes your mouth water and this delight when the next plate comes is something of a sensation. If you are looking for elegant this is the place to visit.

Went with friends and did the 5 course menu with wine pairing (several chef extras at no charge). Excellent food, wine and service, with relaxing atmosphere and harbor view. Would definitely go back again for a special celebration. There are few restaurants that can match this place for quality, attention to detail and selection. The dishes were superb snd the wine selection perfect. My highest recommendation.

The service was great. The drinks were fantastic. The food was expertly prepared. Easily the best meal I had in Boston recently. I really want to give this place 5 stars, but I can't because of the atmosphere. I have had a number of meals rivaling the one I had at Meritage, but those places didn't feel stuffy. Those places had extensive wine menus and sommeliers as well. They just didn't have the vibe. If you want to feel elegant then this will be your place, but if you just want a really good meal then this might feel like too much for you. It really is a nice restaurant. It's just not my kind of place.

We sat at the bar of Meritage Restaurant. Not to be mistaken for the wine bar on the street level, Meritage is on the second floor of the Boston Harbor hotel. The bartender , Gramm was wise beyond his years. He provided excellent service , similiar to the service we received at at Michelin Five Star restaurant in Vienna, Austria. We had three appetizers and a dessert. Each one was a treasure. The atmosphere was nothing I have experienced in the city since moving there 16 months ago. A true hidden gem to me and maybe you too.We will return and sit at the bar or request a table overlooking the Boston Harbor.

This was hands down the best meal I ever had! I went all in with the vineyard to table wine and food pairing, and my wife has a prix fixe meal without the wine, but she added a cheese tasting. Every course was creative, expertly paired, and totally delicious. We enjoy good food, but don't often splurge on fine dining, but this was more than worth the price of admission!!

For events big or small, I believe Meritage can easily handle them all. This elegant dining establishment situated right on the water features wonderful views of the harbor, spectacular service, and amazing menu selection. I came here for NYE, and had all my expectations met, with some even being exceeded! Course timing was perfect, and the ambiance was both intimate and welcoming. Those who are searching for a taste of the best of Boston need not look any further. If this was helpful, please consider a thumbs up. It would be greatly-appreciated!

Fantastic experience from the valet, hotel personal, hostess, and waitstaff. We felt extra special and will remember this birthday dinner for many years to come. We had the prixe fix (4 course with amuse bouche and bread course) I am baffled how someone could complain that there was not enough food for the price. We both had to take home a portion of our main entree. Each dish was skillfully prepared, especially the foie gras, halibut, and sirloin. High praise to the back of the house and chefs. Meritage, we will be seeing you again very soon. Great job everyone! Your Mangers and executive chef should be proud.