• Banner 3
  • Banner 2
  • Banner 1

Welcome to Branch Line

Branch Line in Watertown, MA is a trendy New American cocktail bar providing a unique dining experience. With a focus on vegan and vegetarian options, Branch Line offers a variety of dishes to cater to different dietary preferences. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and accepts various forms of payment, including cryptocurrency. The cozy atmosphere, heated outdoor seating, and private dining options make it a great spot for intimate gatherings. The menu features creative dishes that are both visually appealing and delicious, showcasing the culinary skill and passion of the chefs. Overall, Branch Line is a must-visit for food enthusiasts looking for a memorable dining experience.

LOCATIONS

Located in the heart of Watertown, Massachusetts, Branch Line is a trendy New American restaurant and cocktail bar that offers a unique dining experience. With a wide range of vegan and vegetarian options, this restaurant caters to all dietary preferences. Branch Line is also wheelchair accessible and offers various parking options for convenience.

The restaurant's modern and casual atmosphere makes it the perfect spot for a group dinner or a night out. Their menu features a diverse selection of dishes that are as delicious as they are innovative. From their Happy Hour specials to their Heated Outdoor Seating, Branch Line has something for everyone.

As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I have had the pleasure of trying many dishes at Branch Line. Each dish is expertly crafted and bursting with flavor. Their attention to detail and dedication to quality ingredients truly sets them apart from other restaurants in the area.

Overall, Branch Line is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. Whether you're looking for a casual weeknight dinner or a special celebration, Branch Line has you covered. Stop by and see for yourself what makes this restaurant so special.

START YOUR REVIEW OF Branch Line
Sara H.
Sara H.

Great ambiance and amazing food. The snap pea salad is to die for!! We had the best waiter too, who knew so much about the menu!

Danielle M.
Danielle M.

Really enjoyed the brunch food here. Lots of different options on the menu and service was great. We sat in their outdoor covered area that was very warm and insulated well. I had the chicken and waffles which were topped with spicy peppers and sweet apples which made the dish complex and delicious!

Alyanna T.
Alyanna T.

My partner and I got the sticky ribs, chicken drippings, piri piri chicken in half size, wild boar bolognese, and strawberry shortcake - TASTE: 4/5 - some great moments in the sticky rib's spicy peppers and vinegary but sweet slaw, plus the chicken dripping's strong, rich broth. The star of the show was definitely the piri piri chicken's sauce: a well-balanced combo of spices and lemon. Phenomenal, and perfect to smother the side of garlic fries with! The strawberry shortcake listed black pepper as an ingredient, which we were looking forward to picking up but it didn't really read, though the garnishes of mint were refreshing w the sweet strawberries TEXTURE: 4/5 - the sticky ribs were more lean than fatty, word of caution for anyone craving a more indulgent appetizer. The warm chicken drippings came w slices of iggy's francese bread, which was perfect for dipping into the broth. The piri piri chicken itself was moist and not dry, and the strawberry shortcake was served on a flaky puff pastry, which was an interesting take on the dessert's texture, but we would've preferred the more traditional cake or biscuit PRICE: 4/5 - total came to $118, which was pricier than I expected SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - sticky ribs app came with four ribs. The half size chicken was more than enough for me, and I took half of it home SERVICE: 3/5 - I made an early dinner reservation that morning on OpenTable, and there were plenty of tables when we arrived at ~4:45pm on a Saturday. Our waiter was friendly throughout our meal, however he offered us the dessert menu while we were still halfway through eating our entrees, which felt strange and rushed to us lol ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - there was a wedding happening that evening on the patio, so it was nice to see a private event in the outdoor space. The inside of Branch Line features modern, industrial decor and tall ceilings, which lends itself to a more upscale ambience. I appreciated that the bathrooms have a touchless "wave to open" sensor on the doors PARKING: 5/5 - plenty of free parking in the garage next door, w signs indicating 2-hour parking for patrons of Branch Line and a few other surrounding businesses

Shani F.
Shani F.

Went for brunch a couple weeks ago. Good service, well-spaced tables and not too loud for a Sunday afternoon. I had the marinated cucumbers (nicely brined) and the crab cakes. The crab cakes were a good size and didn't have an excess of filler/bread crumbs. They could have used a little more flavor but were pretty tasty. We also enjoyed the large, warm pretzel. Enough options on the kids menu (the waffles and home made whipped cream were a hit),

Damien S.
Damien S.

I loved the Piri Piri chicken. Big, beautifully roasted, and drenched in a creamier piri piri than expected. Accompanied by gorgeous shoestring fries, and a refreshing sugar snap pea and mint salad. Our server was excellent, showing incredible temperament on Mother's Day (don't judge) even with a few kids running from their seats to their cousins'. The staff here is exquisite in their patience, attentiveness, and professionalism. The chicken drippings were served cold. I thought it was a bold approach, but the server assured me it was a mistake. The same bowl was returned microwaved (?) and it tasted like nothing. Watery nothing. Perhaps it was an early brunch, not enough fat to substantiate a gravy but if that's the case, don't serve it. This was just bad, cloudy water. Props to serving Iggy's bread, though - long live the king.

Joy G.
Joy G.

The Arsenal Yards area in Watertown has a decent amount of shopping and eating but I never paid much attention to the restaurants until I stumbled on Branch Line on Open Table. They specialize in rotisserie chicken and, as someone who grew up loving Boston Market, rotisserie chicken holds a special place in my heart. The space inside is nice and airy, with high ceilings and lots of natural light. Great atmosphere for taking your parents or if you want to impress a first date. We started off with the pear and burrata appetizer - I'm not the biggest fan of arugula as a salad base but the pear and burrata paired wonderfully together and I'll never say no to pistachios as a salad component. I added their famous rotisserie chicken to my sugar snap pea salad. We saw almost every table ordering the snap pea salad and for good reason, super crunchy, light, and refreshing, with an amazing peanut dressing that tasted great the next day over rice. The chicken was mighty tender and not too salty (my favorite part was the skin). My friends ordered: the banana fosters French toast (absolutely delicious if you have a sweet tooth for brunch) and the 1/2 chicken with garlic fries (very generous amount of food for the price). Lots of construction around the restaurant. They have free parking in the garage right across the street but keep an eye out for the parking sign.

Karen I.
Karen I.

Found this place last minute for a mini celebration on a Friday night. We had to wait to get seated despite having reservations before coming in but the wait wasn't too bad. The atmosphere of this restaurant was very nice, and classy but casual. We tried the mule, and espresso martini for cocktails. They were both good but we especially loved the espresso martini!!! (Must try if you like espresso martinis) Food wise everything was delicious!!!! There are a decent amount of options on the menu and a decent amount of seating inside and outside (with heaters). We honestly really liked everything we tried, I would say my favorite was the sticky ribs. But the half portion chicken was huge and really good, the broccolini flavoring was delicious! The steak frites were good but I wish I had asked for medium instead of medium rare since the meat was a little too chewy for my liking. But the flavoring was good! I would definitely come back here again, service was great and my bf and I both really enjoyed it. We felt like we found a nice little gem of a restaurant in watertown :) We were extremely full and the prices were very reasonable!