Owl Station

Owl Station Bar & Bistro

28 W Broadway
Boston, MA 02127
617-269-1611
takes reservations
$$
http://www.owlstationbar.com/
http://www.owlstationbar.com/menu.html

So a while back we hit up Owl Station, just steps away from the Broadway T Stop in Southie.  At the time of our visit, OS was brand-spanking new.  At our 6pm arrival, we got our choice of seats.  And it seemed our reservation was unnecessary.  But hey, it's always good to be prepared, Forks.

We grabbed the high top tables along the open window so we could people-watch.  But not before we inspected the joint.  The bar was long with an open floor plan.  When you turn the corner, you stumble onto a cozy area of couches and pillows and low tables.  Dancing and drinking area for late-nighters, no doubt.  Potty?  In the basement.  Very Fanieul Hall.

Service was excellent, as it wasn't too busy.  But with a group of 6 rowdy woman who spill drinks and order almost the entire menu, trust me, we put our waitress to the test.  She was fantastic and knew her menu inside and out. 

It would probably be easier to tell you what we didn't order.  But let's just go with some highlights of the night.  Apps? We had 'em all but the Oyster.  And right away, let me guide you: Do not order the Soft Shell Crab.  Stinky and bad-taste city.  Man.  I can still taste it.  Instead order the Tako Yaki or the Quail.  Both fantastic.  You can then tell your friends you ate both octopus and quail and look like a stud.  Or a sicko. 

Not a fan of adventurous cuisine?  Have the Truffled Sweet Potato Fries and Sliders.  Really good stuff and you won't feel left out when everyone else is mowing down on their Asian fare.

Looking for a fun drink?  Order a carafe of Soju.  There are many flavors, but let us suggest the Lychee.  Why?  Please.  Because it's unusual, interesting and tastes pretty damn good.  Plus, it's fun to be served a huge carafe and many shot glasses.  But just sip, ok?  Dont' be foolish to just shoot it all back.  Share, enjoy, refresh.

If you want a simple snack with your Kirins and Sojus, just have the nice and salted Edamame.  A classic go-to.  We also recommend the Shumai.  Delicious.

So overall, those eaters who are fans Asian and adventurous nosh are going to enjoy Owl Station.  Or you might glance around and think to yourself, "The Franklin is just around the corner...so is Amrhein's.".  It's a 50/50 place.  You'll either give a hoot or you won't.

But hey, don't leave with out trying dessert.  You want Mochi ice cream.  Don't ask any questions.  Just order it.