Estella

4.2

672 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

Lively
Great for creative cocktails
Good for groups

Estella Restaurant, a culinary gem in downtown Boston, invites you to an exceptional dining experience that fuses flavors from diverse cultures. Founded by George Brandão in tribute to his extraordinary mother, Estella—a beacon of love and dedication—the restaurant embodies unity and diversity at its core. Our signature dish, the Famous Worrell Oxtail Rasta Pasta, is a harmonious blend of tender oxtail and vibrant Caribbean spices, a must-try for food enthusiasts seeking unique flavors. Estella has been featured in prestigious publications such as Eater Boston's Best Restaurants in Downtown Crossing and Best Cocktail Bars in Boston. Located steps away from iconic landmarks like the Boston Common and the historic Freedom Trail, Estella is the perfect destination for locals and visitors seeking an extraordinary dining experience. Join us, where every dish tells a story and every moment celebrates culture, unity, and culinary artistry.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Caribbean, Global, International
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 am
Phone number
(617) 855-9869
Website
https://www.estellaboston.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Providing Catering services within 10 miles from our location.
Private party facilities
Private lounge Host 80-100 people. Mezzanine Hosts 60 people

Location
49 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111
Neighborhood
Beacon Hill
Cross street
Located at 1 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston<br /><br />Cross streets, Bedford&
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
1 Avenue de Lafayette, BostonWhether you're shopping in Boston's Downtown Crossing District, staying at the Hyatt Regency Boston, visiting the Lafayette Corporate Center or attending a show at the newly renovated Opera House, the Lafayette Garage is the most convenient and economical place for parking. We are also convenient to Boston's Financial District, the Boston Common, the Theater District and Chinatown. Located off of I-93, Lafayette Garage is an ideal location to begin your tour of Boston.EV charging is available.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Steak Tacos$18.00
Sirloin steak, sauteed with peppers and onions, served with blanco creme sauce, garnished with a tomato radish salsa
Brisket Tacos$18.00
BBQ brisket, jack and cheese, sauteed onions, garnished with radish slaw
Chicken Tacos$17.00
Melted jack and colby cheese, sauteed chicken, peppers and onions topped with a sweet chili sauce, garnished with tomato radish salsa
Birria Tacos$21.00
pulled sirloin steak, peppers and onions, jack and colby cheese, topped with radish and scallions
Shrimp Tacos$20.00
curry fried shrimp, peppers and onions, garnished with scallions and roasted red peppers
Caribbean Fish Tacos$16.00
boston leaf lettuce, fruit salsa, spicy mango sauce
Estella Veggie Tacos$15.00
creamy brussel sprout, roasted red peppers, banana peppers, broccoli, bell peppers, arugula, spicy mayo
Mexican Street Corn$12.00
Spicy lemon crema, and parmesan cheese, garnished with paprika, cilantro, lemon slices
Side of Rice & Beans$5.00
rich rice and black beans
Estella Churros$11.00
deep fried dough to perfection with a touch of sugar, served with premium vanilla ice cream

Margarita Bar

3pm -2am

Mango Mami$22.00
casamigos repasado, mango puree, lime, agave, triple sec
Fresa Margarita$18.00
lobos tequila, strawberry puree, lime, agave, triple sec
Strawberry Lavender Margarita$16.00
silver tequila, lime juice, fruitful strawberry liqueur
Rasberry Margarita$17.00
tequila reposado, lime juice, rasberry liqueur
Pineapple Margarita$17.00
tequila reposado, lime juice, pineapple juice, blood orange, agave
Ube Margarita$16.00
silver tequila, lime juice, ube infused simple syrup, grapefruit fever tree soda water
Estella House$15.00
luna azul tequila, agave, lime, triple sec
Cucumber Margarita$16.00
silver tequila, lime juice, fresh cumber juice, simple syrup

What 672 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Boston
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Estella offers a lively atmosphere perfect for those seeking a vibrant dining experience. Known for "amazing food" like the oxtail Rasta pasta and Parmesan garlic yucca fries, the drinks are also a hit. While service can be inconsistent, the "fun vibes" and "friendly staff" make it a popular spot, especially for pre-show dinners.

672 Reviews

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ZoeB
New York City5 reviews
2.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Very clubby interior with QR code menus, black napkins, and extremely long, lightweight, and strangely shaped gold-toned flatware. It did not seem super clean overall but maybe that’s because every surface was painted black? We stuck to an appetizer and drinks and the food was fine. (Though the “thin cut” fries were in fact normal fries.) Mussels extremely buttery but fine!
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Matt VIP
Greater Boston10 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Not that great. Food was good, service was not. Vibe was confusing with Dj and lights turning down while we were eating.
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Vallente VIP
Greater Boston15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibe. Great bartenders. We'll definitely back soon.
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Lucia
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Lena was AWESOME!!! When I dine at Estella I plan on requesting Lena as my server!! Although she had other tables, she was attentive and made sure our drinks were always filled. The food was AMAZING!! The dessert was phenomenal!!! The drinks were FANTASTIC!! Thank you for an amazing evening!!
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Pamela
Greater Boston9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious as always; and the service was excellent.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Greater Boston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This has been a personal favorite since it opened. The food is always on point and the cocktail menu is fun. The restaurant has a casual yet sophisticated vibe. The service is always excellent. You can’t go wrong here.
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Sonya VIP
New York City10 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Went for Dine Out Boston and glad I did. Food was good. Coconut shrimp and the seasonal salad were probably the best. Lobster ravioli had a good amount of lobster in it but would have liked more flavor. Definitely seems like more of a place for drinks and quick apps. I wouldn't spend full price there but the Dine Out made it perfect.
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Rich VIP
Greater Boston44 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Estella always satisfies. Delicious food, excellent service, fun and fashionable environment, creative cocktails, and great value with the Dine out Boston menu! We are regulars here and we will be back.
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Jared VIP
Charlotte57 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent cocktails. Food was very good, except desserts as part of prix fixe were mediocre. Restaurant was louder than normal and a bit too warm due to the large crowd.
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Dale
Louisville4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall great place! Food was delicious, drinks were as well although expensive. Service was wonderful. Ambiance was pretty good, it was a bit loud and the seating could have been better — we were at a table right in front of the door to the kitchen, it felt like we were going to get run over every time someone came out. Otherwise, great experience.
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FAQs

Estella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 855-9869.

Estella is rated 4.2 stars by 672 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 57 times today

Order delivery or takeout

49 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Located at 1 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston<br /><br />Cross streets, Bedford&
Neighborhood
Beacon Hill
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Caribbean, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Public transit
1 Avenue de Lafayette, BostonWhether you're shopping in Boston's Downtown Crossing District, staying at the Hyatt Regency Boston, visiting the Lafayette Corporate Center or attending a show at the newly renovated Opera House, the Lafayette Garage is the most convenient and economical place for parking. We are also convenient to Boston's Financial District, the Boston Common, the Theater District and Chinatown. Located off of I-93, Lafayette Garage is an ideal location to begin your tour of Boston.EV charging is available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.estellaboston.com/
Phone number
(617) 855-9869
Catering
Providing Catering services within 10 miles from our location.
Private party facilities
Private lounge Host 80-100 people. Mezzanine Hosts 60 people

Estella

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Chicken Tacos

Estella Calamari

Rasta Pasta

Main

Steak Tacos$18.00

Brisket Tacos$18.00

Chicken Tacos$17.00

Birria Tacos$21.00

Shrimp Tacos$20.00

Caribbean Fish Tacos$16.00

Estella Veggie Tacos$15.00

Mexican Street Corn$12.00

Side of Rice & Beans$5.00

Estella Churros$11.00

Margarita Bar

Mango Mami$22.00

Fresa Margarita$18.00

Strawberry Lavender Margarita$16.00

Rasberry Margarita$17.00

Pineapple Margarita$17.00

Ube Margarita$16.00

Estella House$15.00

Cucumber Margarita$16.00

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