this post is filed under Cuisine - American, Location - Boston

One of the best places around BU campus to eat has to be Audubon Circle. It has a simple, modern decor, with some tables lining the black walls and a very sleek (and long) black bar. Check out an older visit here. They a variety of simple dishes, and put out very reliable pressed sandwiches and burgers. They also do a good job with ribeye. On weekends it gets a bit busier as the bar crowd fills up. It's a great spot to stop for a nice lunch though.

crispy cod cakes, roasted corn tartar - $8

burger with swiss cheese, onions, portabello mushroom, and roasted potatoes - $8

I think the prices may have gone up by a dollar or so, but it remains an extremely good deal. The cod cakes came out hot and crisp, but were a bit dry on the inside. I guess when I saw it listed I was reminded of the bacalao I had at Piperade back home. I set the bar high, but I wouldn't order these again... probably the worst thing I've tried on the menu. The burger, on the other hand, is pretty damn good. They're not afraid to cook it medium rare and it comes out very juicy. The bun and the toppings are all exceptional. It's not Mo's, but it's the best burger I've had near campus (far better than the one I had at Sunset Grill). The roasted potatoes are very well done, but honestly I still prefer fries with my burgers.

Hi Arthur.

I love Audubon Circle and we used to go there a fair amount when we lived in Boston. I don't know if they are still serving it or not, but their Pressed Sandwich of Green Apple and Brie is amazing. Worth a try if you haven't already. Great job as always with the blog!

posted by Linda on April 24, 2005 10:32 PM

I've tried the apple/brie sandwich too, and I think it's great. I'd order it more often but usually I feel like I need to eat more. That, and the burger is always so tempting...

posted by Arthur on April 25, 2005 10:44 AM

Audubon Circle is definitely one of the better choices for burgers in the Fenway area. There are a couple of others nearby that might be better, though. Tim's Tavern in the South End is one; and 75 Chestnut in the flats of Beacon Hill is another. But Audubon Circle is well worth going to, in my opinion.

posted by Boston's Hidden Restaurants on May 17, 2005 12:16 PM