101 Arlington Street (in the Castle)
Boston, MA 02116
617-423-1112
http://www.smithandwollensky.com/sw-boston
Boston's Menu - Click here
Who wants a $47 Prime Rib that is actually worth it? We do, we do! What about $33 Seared Scallops? OK! Now who needs to take a second mortgage out on their home? Well, if we had one, We Would!
Remeber that time we went to Fleming's? We weren't a fan. Remember all our inquires as to what makes a steakhouse worth it? Smith & Wollensky's is worth it, 'buds. You're gonna be poor, but your belly will be full and your mouth will be happy. What's a life if you don't overindulge every once in a while?
Trust me, your baby doesn't need diapers and you don't need to go shopping on tax free weekend. You need to save those pennies and head to the Castle for some fancy service, a bottle wine, good friends and good food.
Ok, now that we've made the same points in three different paragraphs, let's get into the "whys". Here we go. It's accessible to everyone.You live in the 'burb's? No worries. SW will valet for you. $16. Most lots will run you $20+, so there's a bonus right there. So no excuses, non-city-dwellers. You can make it happen.
You don't think you can afford for one person to order that Prime Rib? You and your date can share it. Who cares what the servers think? It's big enough for 3 people to share, for that matter. So don't let that stop you! Sides? Sure, they're a la carte. So if you're going to pick any, we suggest the Mashed Potatoes. Not a total shock, to you loyal readers, I'm sure. They're amazing. And they're magical for curing the next morning's hangover. (And you will have one, because you will order a bottle a wine. It's nonsensical to order per glass.)
If you're not a Prime-Ribber, you're most likely a Filet-er. The fun part of ordering this (yes, ordering is fun) is that SW offers you 6 ways to have your Filet. Gorgonzola and Au Poivre are just a couple of nice options. But you may want to stick to Charbroiled. Nice and simple.
Maybe you're going with someone who doesn't want to order steak at the big, fancy steakhouse. You don't have to; it's a diner's world. Do you. The Scallops are really nice. The fresh veggie salad and gazpacho are nice along side it. Ooo, and try the bread. You cut it with a spoon. Yes, a spoon. The same spoon that has Smith & Wollensky written on it. It's their spoon! Don't steal it.
Your waiter may be chatty and overly attentive. That's ok. The truth is, he knows everything and will take good care of you. So let it slide if he's over.at.your table. every. five.seconds.
PS - You don't have to be at the Ritz circa 1923 to order the Side Car. Have one after dinner. Good stuff.
Enjoy, 'buds!
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