Buttermilk & Bourbon - Back Bay

Boston



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Ideal for
Known for
new orleans-rooted southern cooking and bourbon cocktails
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Price
$$$$ Moderately Priced
Local tip
Reservations are available, and online ordering covers both takeout and delivery.

Buttermilk & Bourbon is a Southern restaurant in Boston’s Back Bay, at 160 Commonwealth Avenue. Its cooking takes inspiration from New Orleans, bringing a distinctly Southern direction to a central city setting. The restaurant’s identity is built around food with a regional character, alongside bourbon-based cocktails and a relaxed approach to dining.

Fried chicken is part of the restaurant’s recognizable Southern offering, while bourbon cocktails provide a natural match for the food. The menu gives diners a way to explore New Orleans-influenced flavors without leaving the Back Bay. It suits meals centered on Southern cooking, whether the occasion is a casual outing, a planned reservation, or a celebration.

The restaurant supports several ways to order. Guests can dine at the Back Bay location, arrange takeout, or use delivery. Online ordering is available, making the venue practical for meals at home as well as visits to Commonwealth Avenue. Reservations are also offered, with booking options covering different party sizes and selected dates and times.

Buttermilk & Bourbon also handles private events and catering. That makes the venue relevant for gatherings that need a Southern food and bourbon-focused theme, as well as individual meals. Gift cards are available for occasions ranging from birthdays and anniversaries to informal celebrations.

For visitors exploring Back Bay, the restaurant offers a food-led stop with a clear New Orleans influence and a menu format that extends beyond the dining room. The combination of Southern cooking, fried chicken, bourbon cocktails, reservations, takeout, delivery, and event services gives the venue several roles within the neighborhood. It can work for diners seeking regional comfort food, groups planning ahead, or guests arranging food for a private occasion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Reservations can be arranged through the restaurant’s booking form, which includes date and time selections.
The restaurant is at 160 Commonwealth Avenue in Back Bay.
Online ordering is available for both takeout and delivery.
The reservation form includes an option for parties of eight or more.
Private events and catering are offered through the restaurant.
Dietary requirements should be discussed directly with the restaurant before ordering.
Seating arrangements can be confirmed with the restaurant before arrival.
Families can confirm seating needs and reservation details with the restaurant when booking.
Gift cards are available for birthdays, anniversaries, and other occasions.

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