Marliave Restaurant Review:
Marliave, a former speakeasy that's endured wars, floods, recessions and many presidents, is a Downtown Crossing landmark. The cooking hadn't always been as amazing as its longevity; fortunately, chef Scott Herritt dedicated himself to making the restaurant relevant food-wise. Old-school cocktails call to mind the place’s history with libations like the Molasses Flood 1919 and Boston Tea Party....
Evoking "old-school Boston" with its "dark-wood and white-linen" look, this reincarnation of an 1885 Downtown Crossing eatery boasts a "romantic" vibe, "beautiful" bar and second-level patio for a "respite from the hustle"; the "well-prepared", "delicious" Continental-Italian menu and "stellar" tipples (featuring "long lost favorites" with "vintage names") come courtesy of "friendly" staffers.
Marliave, a former speakeasy that's endured wars, floods, recessions and even 23 presidents, is a Downtown Crossing landmark. The food hasn't always been as amazing as its longevity; fortunately, Grotto chef Scott Herritt has dedicated…
Historic Boston landmark’s bar serves up classic cocktails like they used to be made. Probably because it’s been there since before most of them existed. Opened in 1885, then recently reopened, the room keeps most of the original character in tact. Room is a bit bright however, although dim ambience probably wasn’t trendy in the 19th century. Stashed away in sort of remote corner of downtown,...