Sycamore

4.9

2779 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Sycamore is a seasonally inspired, chef-owned neighborhood bistro in Newton Centre. Emphasizing locally sourced produce, fish and meat, our menu draws on classic European country food; rustic and wholesome. Our beverage program is designed to complement the cuisine. The wine list focuses on passionate small producers, our beers are by and large domestic craft selections and the cocktail list highlights classic drinks and sipping spirits.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, French, Spanish
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 244-4445
Website
http://www.sycamorenewton.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Greg Brodsky

Location
755 Beacon Street, Newton, MA 02459
Neighborhood
Newton
Cross street
Langley Road and Sumner Street
Parking details
There is metered parking along Beacon Street and 1-2 hour parking on nearby side streets. There is also a public lot between Beacon Street and Langley Road. Most meters in the area shut off at 6:00pm.<br /><br />The private lots behind the restaurant and adjacent buildings are not Sycamore's and cars may be towed from these lots.
Public transit
We are located across the street from the Newton Centre Green Line T Stop. When you exit the station, turn right on to Union Street. Beacon Street and Sycamore Restaurant can be seen directly across from the park.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Belgian Endive & Radicchio Salad$17.00
pear, candied walnuts, colton-basset stilton, banyuls vinaigrette
Kale + Farro Salad$16.00
pine nuts, piave vecchio, currants & garlic vinaigrette
Roasted Local Beet Salad$19.00
whipped horseradish goat cheese, dill, walnut-barley granola
French Porcini & Parsnip Veloute$18.00
Aged sherry gastritis, herb crème fraiche, crispy parsnips
Grilled Spanish Octopus$22.00
Heirloom citrus, avocado, arbequina olive, adobo vinaigrette
Foie Gras-Chicken Liver Mousse$19.00
Amontillado geleé, Cara Cara marmalade, Dijon, pain d’epices crackers
House made gemelli “carbonara”$22.00
Guanciale soffritto, forest mushrooms, local squash

Mains

Hudson Valley Duck “Board” For Two$89.00
Pan-roasted Rohan duck breast, confit leg, duck pot pie. Walnut pureé, cherry port-jus, grilled fennel & winter citrus, local root vegetables
Sweet Potato Falafel$27.00
chopped autumn vegetable fattoush, lavash, tahini yogurt, french feta, red zhough
Harissa-Spiced Grilled Swordfish$37.00
Baby artichokes, freekah, spinach, Smokey pepper jam
Pan Roasted Atlantic Cod$35.00
Salsify & smoked scallop chowder, vermouth, fines herbes
House-Made Boudin Blanc$31.00
Pommes purée, red cabbage confit, sauce perigoux
Le Steak Frites*$42.00
Triple cooked fries, “steakhouse” butter, watercress, pickled red onions, red wine jus
Grilled Crystal Valley Chicken “Cacciatore”$31.00
Anson mills polenta, crispy garlic, fennel pollen

Sides

Pan roasted fingerling potatoes$13.00
Aged Parmesan & Rosemary
Grilled Carrots$13.00
honey-balsamic glaze, hazelnuts & whipped ricotta

Dessert

Warm Sugared Beignets$11.00
milk jam
Steamed Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake$14.00
Praline & hazelnut ice cream
Persimmon & Honey Sorbet$5.00
one scoop
Buttermilk-Honey Panna Cotta$13.00
Champagne mango & puffed rice “crispies”

Drinks

Beer

Tecate$4.00
Loving you is easy!
- Can (12oz)$4.00
Zero Gravity "Green State" $8.00
Lager
- Can (16oz)$8.00
Small Change "Roadrunner"$11.00
India Pale Ale
- Draft (16oz)$9.00
Exhibit A "briefcase porter"$10.00
Porter
- Draft (16oz)$10.00
Rescue Club$7.00
Non-Alcoholic India Pale Ale
Shilling "Alexandr 10" draft$10.00
Pilsner
East Rock "Helles" draft$9.00
Lager
Tilted Barn "Peeptoed" draft$12.00
Pale Ale
Trillium "Congress Street" draft$12.00
New England India Pale Ale
Guinness draft$9.00
Irish Stout

Cocktails

Scosmo$15.00
vodka, aperol, fresh blood orange, lime
Ghost of Mary$12.00
citron vodka, spicy tomato water, house dilly bean
Don't Touch My Muddler$14.00
gin, ginger, pomegranate, cucumber, lemon & soda
Ringsend Uppercut$16.00
Glendalough whiskey, Cocchi Americano, Luxardo bitter bianco, lemon
Falerno!$14.00
tequila, mezcal, falernum, grapefruit, lime, hellfire bitters, chili salt
Old Monk Daiquiri$15.00
Old Monk Indian Rum, lime, sugar, black walnut bitters
Mezcal Jungle Bird$16.00
mezcal, campari, lime, pineapple, absinthe, tiki bitters
Gaucho (Mocktail)$10.00
canela, pineapple, lemon, fizz
Statler + Waldorf$14.00
bourbon, cynar, amontillado, canela, mole
Smoke + Haze$14.00
rye whiskey, campari, sfumato rabarbaro, benedictine & burnt orange
Fomo (Mocktail)$10.00
lychee, lemon, honey, ginger
Caffè Negroni$16.00
gin, Carpano Antica, coffee-infused Campari

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

NV Bailly Lapierre, Burgundy$14.00

White

'18 Baumgartner | Grüner Veltliner, Austria$12.00
'21 Cabotte | Grenache + Côtes du Rhône$14.00
'21 Masini "Annick" | Vermentino+, Tuscany$14.00
'20 Pascal Renaud | Chardonnay, Burgundy$15.00

Rosé

'21 Gavoty "Recital" | Rosé of Grenache+, Provence$15.00

Red

'21 Land of Saints | Pinot Noir, Central Coast$15.00
'21 Demarie | Nebbiolo, Langhe$14.00
'20 Chateau du Petit Thouars "Les Georges" | Cab. Franc, Chinon$15.00
'19 Double Canyon | Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley$15.00
Dealer's Choice White or Red
We've probably popped something tasty, just ask! (It depends!)

Wines (By the Bottle)

Sparkling, White & Rosé

Bubbles!

2019 Hager Mathias "Österreich" | Grüner Veltliner, Kemptal, Austria$66.00
NV Lavernette "Grand Brut Nature" | Gamay, Beaujolais$84.00
2020 Frank Besson "Rosé Granit" | Gamay, Juliènes$48.00
2019 Caves Naveran "Brut Dama" | Chardonnay+, Catalonia$72.00
NV Gosset "Brut Grand Réserve" | Chardonnay+, Aji, Champagne$120.00
NV Jacquesson Cuvée 741 | Chardonnay+, Dizzy, Champagne, Extra Brut$175.00

Whites

2019 Chéreau Carré | Melon de Bourgogne, Muscadet de Sèvre-et-Maine$42.00
2021 Domaine Serge Laloue | Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre$68.00
2021 Christina | Grüner Veltliner, Niederösterreich$50.00
2015 Trimbach "Cuvée M" | Riesling, Mittelwühr, Alsace Grand Cru$160.00
2020 Château du Mérande "Son Altesse" | Altesse, Savoie$68.00
2020 Albamar | Albariño, Raix Baixias, Galicia$62.00
2020 Cellar Credo "Miranius" | Xarello, Penedes$54.00
2020 Ca'liptra "Kypra" | Verdicchio, Marche$54.00
2018 Gamine | Aligoté, Elkton, Oregon$78.00
2006 Daniel-Etienne Defaix "Vaillon" | Chardonnay, Chablis 1er Cru, Burgundy$158.00
2020 Domaine de Roally | Chardonnay, Viré-Classé$68.00
2017 Anne + Jean-Francois Ganevat "Kopine" | Savagnin+, Jura, Savoie$112.00
2020 Labadens "Thomas" | Clairette+, Vacqueyras$64.00
2020 Trimbach | Riesling, Alsace$58.00
2021 Abbazio di Novacella | Kerner, Trentino, Alto Adige$48.00
2020 Marc Brédif | Chenin Blanc, Vouvray$59.00
2018 Terra Vita Vinum "Rogeries Blanc" | Chenin Blanc, Anjou$80.00
2016 Porter Creek | Chardonnay, Russian River Valley$83.00

Pinks

2021 Populis | Rosé of Carignan+, Mendocino$54.00
2021 Mathiasson | Rosé of Grenache+, Napa Valley$70.00
2021 Division "L'Avoiron" | Rosé of Gamay Noir, Columbia Valley$48.00
2021 Domaine la Cabotte | Rosé of Grenache+, Côtes du Rhône$44.00

Red

2021 Alonso "Les Larmes des Dames" | Pinot(s), Marchampt, Beaujolais$86.00
2021 Margins "Settler's Vineyard" | Mourvèdre, Santa Clara Valley$64.00
2020 Les Clos des Jarres "Insouciance" | Caladoc+, Minervois$44.00
2019 Villagrande | Nerello-Mascalese+, Sicily$52.00
2021 Lamoresca "Nerocapitano" | Frappato, Sicily$74.00
2021 Division "Un" | Pinot Noir, Williamette Valley$78.00
2021 Scribe | Pinot Noir, Carneros$100.00
2019 Belle Pente | Pinot Noir, Williamette Valley$68.00
2019 Antoine Sunier | Gamay, Morgon, Beaujolais$70.00
2019 Joseph Voillot "Vielles Vignes" | Pinot Noir, Volnay, Burgundy$156.00
2021 Division "Béton" | Cabernet Franc+, Oregon$58.00
2021 Luigi Einaudi | Dolcetto di Dogliani, Piedmont$48.00
2017 Francesco Rinaldi | Nebbiolo, Barolo$138.00
2021 de Forville | Nebbiolo, Langhe$64.00
2018 Monte Bernardi | Sangiovese+, Chianti Classico Riserva$72.00
2020 Beaurenard "Rasteau" | Grenache+, Rhône Valley$68.00
2019 Stirm "Wirz Vineyard" | Zinfandel+, San Benito County, California$78.00
2020 Domaine de la Cabotte "Dom. Biodynamie" | CDP Blend, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhòne Valley$125.00
2019 la Garde | Cabernet Sauvignon+, Bordeaux$52.00
2021 Lo-Fi | Mencia+, Santa Maria Valley$58.00
2020 Folk Machine | Charbono, Suisun Valley$62.00
2018 Château Le Puy "Emilien" | Merlot+, Franes Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux$140.00
2019 Domaine de Beaurenard | CDP Blend, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône Valley$160.00
2020 Austin Hope | Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles$100.00
2016 di Filippo | Sagrantino, Montefalco, Umbria$110.00
2018 IL Borro "Toscano Rosso" | Cabernet Sauvignon+, Tuscany (Super Tuscan)$138.00

What 2,779 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Contemporary American
Boston
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sycamore shines as a neighborhood gem with "outstanding" culinary creations that are "consistently delicious." Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "creative menu" featuring locally sourced ingredients. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, though occasionally lively. Standout dishes include smoked bluefish appetizer and duck board. A "must visit" for Boston-area dining enthusiasts.

2,779 Reviews

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andrea
VIP
New York City
51 reviews
4.0
51 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Since I am a regular patron, I am going to give myself leeway to offer a very specific critique of last night's dinner. First, although I did not partake of it, I understand that the duck board was fantastic as was the kale and farro salad (always a favorite). And I should also note that Kate's service was above and beyond--as always! When you first offered the beet salad, there was thin layer of whipped goat cheese on the bottom of the dish and probably a 1/4 cup of the granola topping. Last night, there were a couple of dollops of the goat cheese on top of the beets and maybe a tablespoon of the granola topping. The deliciousness and success of the dish depends upon the proportion of the different flavors and textures. The proportions are not right now and the dish is not as impressive as it was on the first tasting. On Feb 4, I had a swordfish entree that was excellent. The sauce was delicious and did not overwhelm the fish. It was a great pairing. Last night, there was an overabundance of the bean sauce and it completely overwhelmed the flavor of the swordfish. I'm sorry to be negative but I know how much the staff cares about the quality of the food and the satisfaction of the guests. I also know that your kitchen staff is excellent and that these "mistakes" (for lack of a better word) are just blips on the radar screen. Overall, the consistently excellent quality of the food is the reason we keep coming back! Thank you!
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Alex
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, fantanstic drinks. There are not that many fine food restaurants in Newton, Sycamore is the rare example of the one holding the high quality mark. Enjoyed it a lot.
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Katie
VIP
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the service, food and wine so much there! They even remembered the type of wine we like and make an excellent recommendation that we enjoyed!
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Alan
New York City
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had reservations for the restaurant, but ended up sitting at the bar. Great bartenders and staff! We really enjoyed the experience and the food was delicious!
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Daniel
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sycamore NEVER disappoints. The quality of food and consistency in great service is amazing. The staff seemed to be clones! 😂😂. Worth trying!
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Michele
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sycamore never disappoints! Every time we dine there we have an exceptional meal and it remains one of our very favorite spots!
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Nisha
Greater Boston
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Terrible service! We had a reservation, there was an empty table and they wouldn't seat us. They made us wait for 20 minutes while the table sat empty the whole time and then they sat us at the bar next to the door. Clearly, they were holding the table for someone they thought was "more important." We would have been fine waiting if they were just running behind but we were treated like second class citizens. Nobody should be treated like that. Not to mention,this was my last solid food meal for two weeks because Im having surgery and they completely ruined our night. I actually picked the restaurant for my last meal because we have been many times and liked it but now we have a very different opinion of this place and how they treat people they don't know.
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Alan
VIP
West Palm Beach
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sycamore is the rare neighborhood dining gem that’s overseen carefully by its attentive proprietor, Dave. He is seen personally visiting each table to make sure his guests are happy, and even though as out-of-towners we had been there only once many months ago he remembered details about us. Our server Chris was also excellent and the inventive farm-to-table food is delicious and healthfully prepared. It’s a must go dinner spot if you are anywhere near the Newton, MA area.
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Molly
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience! Staff is welcoming and so helpful!! The menu is constantly changing and every dish you get has the best flavor combinations!! The restaurant itself is relaxing and comforting!! A MUST visit!!!
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Ola
VIP
Greater Boston
37 reviews
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The food was a bit disappointing. The steak arrived well done instead medium and the carbonara was very salty
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FAQs

Sycamore offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 244-4445.

Sycamore is rated 4.9 stars by 2779 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

755 Beacon Street, Newton, MA 02459

Additional information

Cross street
Langley Road and Sumner Street
Neighborhood
Newton
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, French, Spanish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is metered parking along Beacon Street and 1-2 hour parking on nearby side streets. There is also a public lot between Beacon Street and Langley Road. Most meters in the area shut off at 6:00pm.<br /><br />The private lots behind the restaurant and adjacent buildings are not Sycamore's and cars may be towed from these lots.
Public transit
We are located across the street from the Newton Centre Green Line T Stop. When you exit the station, turn right on to Union Street. Beacon Street and Sycamore Restaurant can be seen directly across from the park.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Greg Brodsky
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.sycamorenewton.com/
Phone number
(617) 244-4445

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Sycamore

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Editor’s choice: 12 favorite restaurants in Boston

Snacks

Smoked Bluefish Pâté$11.00

Spiced Cauliflower Hummus$12.00

Chorizo Croquettas$10.00

House pickles$7.00

Marinated Olives$9.00

Starters

Belgian Endive & Radicchio Salad$17.00

Kale + Farro Salad$16.00

Roasted Local Beet Salad$19.00

French Porcini & Parsnip Veloute$18.00

Grilled Spanish Octopus$22.00

Foie Gras-Chicken Liver Mousse$19.00

House made gemelli “carbonara”$22.00

Mains

Hudson Valley Duck “Board” For Two$89.00

Sweet Potato Falafel$27.00

Harissa-Spiced Grilled Swordfish$37.00

Pan Roasted Atlantic Cod$35.00

House-Made Boudin Blanc$31.00

Le Steak Frites*$42.00

Grilled Crystal Valley Chicken “Cacciatore”$31.00

Sides

Pan roasted fingerling potatoes$13.00

Grilled Carrots$13.00

Dessert

Warm Sugared Beignets$11.00

Steamed Chocolate-Hazelnut Cake$14.00

Persimmon & Honey Sorbet$5.00

Buttermilk-Honey Panna Cotta$13.00

Drinks

Beer

Tecate$4.00

Zero Gravity "Green State" $8.00

Small Change "Roadrunner"$11.00

Exhibit A "briefcase porter"$10.00

Rescue Club$7.00

Shilling "Alexandr 10" draft$10.00

East Rock "Helles" draft$9.00

Tilted Barn "Peeptoed" draft$12.00

Trillium "Congress Street" draft$12.00

Guinness draft$9.00

Cocktails

Scosmo$15.00

Ghost of Mary$12.00

Don't Touch My Muddler$14.00

Ringsend Uppercut$16.00

Falerno!$14.00

Old Monk Daiquiri$15.00

Mezcal Jungle Bird$16.00

Gaucho (Mocktail)$10.00

Statler + Waldorf$14.00

Smoke + Haze$14.00

Fomo (Mocktail)$10.00

Caffè Negroni$16.00

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

NV Bailly Lapierre, Burgundy$14.00

White

'18 Baumgartner | Grüner Veltliner, Austria$12.00

'21 Cabotte | Grenache + Côtes du Rhône$14.00

'21 Masini "Annick" | Vermentino+, Tuscany$14.00

'20 Pascal Renaud | Chardonnay, Burgundy$15.00

Rosé

'21 Gavoty "Recital" | Rosé of Grenache+, Provence$15.00

Red

'21 Land of Saints | Pinot Noir, Central Coast$15.00

'21 Demarie | Nebbiolo, Langhe$14.00

'20 Chateau du Petit Thouars "Les Georges" | Cab. Franc, Chinon$15.00

'19 Double Canyon | Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley$15.00

Dealer's Choice White or Red

Wines (By the Bottle)

Sparkling, White & Rosé

Bubbles!

2019 Hager Mathias "Österreich" | Grüner Veltliner, Kemptal, Austria$66.00