Dali

03/15/09

Octopus incident!!

by ytube at Citysearch

I was not quite sure if I should write this review since I see EVERYONE in City Search loves this restaurant. But, I decided to let people know about my recent dinner experience in Dali.

My fiance and I went there last month. We ordered Octopus Vinagrette, and several other dishes. When I put a octopus piece in my month, I knew immediately that it was from a can or a jar. They were extremely spongy soft chunks and had a texture of Styrofoam.

Since I grew up in a small fishing village in Japan, I know how fresh octopus tastes like. I know the difference between fresh and can octopus.

For the first time in my life, I asked the waiter to send the dish back to the kitchen. The waiter got very agitated and argued that fresh octopus was supposed to be soft when it was cooked well. I know, from bottom of my heart, octopus never gets SPONGY it if it were fresh.

He reluctantly took the dish away, but we felt really bad.

Later the restaurant manager came to our table and explained the octopus was frozen. I am doubtful about his explanation because, again, I know the difference between frozen and octopus from a can.

The manager took the dish out of our bill, so we were thankful.

Other dishes we ordered were OK. Stuffed squid (yes. it was fresh!) was acceptable, though it was extremely salty.

The dinning room was very pretty and romantic. For this point, I gave one star.

Once again, please do not order Octopus Vinagrette unless you like octopus from a can (or.. a jar.. I am not still sure as of today.)

• Pros: Romantic atmosphere
• Cons: Octopus Vinagrette

01/16/09

Don't Miss Out on the Experience!

by pavtwo0575 at Citysearch

Whether eating at the bar or one of the dining rooms, Dali is always a wonderful experience. From the moment you walk in the door the authentic Spanish music and decor will captivate your eyes, while the succulent aroma tantalizes your senses. Highly recommended: the stuffed squid in its own ink, Lobster/Crab ravioli, broiled herb and garlic quail, and of course.... the Sangria! Plan to wait for a table on a Friday or Saturday night but be assured the wait is worth it! The atmosphere is very comfortable and the staff is always friendly and comedic. So don't be shy, go alone and start up a conversation with the staff or enjoy the eclectic experience with a group of friends!

12/09/08

Authentic Tapas

by vmpitcher at Citysearch

If you want to experience authentic Spanish cuisine in a quaint, unpretenscious setting, Dali is the setting for you. The trick is you need a reservation. We showed up when they opened, reservation in hand, and there was a line already forming 20 deep. Some of my favorites include:

- Queso de Cabra Montañes | Baked Goat Cheese w/Tomato & Basil

- Lomito al Cabrales | Pork Tenderloin w/Blue Goat Cheese & Mushrooms

- Costillas de Vaca | Beef Short Ribs in Rioja Wine Sauce

The paella is fantastic and they offer an all seafood version, as well as traditional.

The best thing about Dali is that you can't wait to go back. And, if I had to pick a drawback, I would say that the food came out a little too fast. Afterall, tapas are built around conversation and I would have liked a few more pauses in between the delicious meal to have a longer one.

• Pros: Great service. Wide variety of hot and cold tapas.
• Cons: Reservations are a must.

05/12/08

Awesome Atmosphere, but too loud to enjoy dinner and $$$$

by bellowello at Citysearch

I really enjoyed the romantic atmosphere, it is def. a place to go to if you are looking for a different place than the same old restaurants you always find yourself going to. My only problem with it was that we were put in the back room, which wasn't as romantic and it was where they put all the large parties...........even though we were only two people. It was loud, too loud to hold a conversation. So if you have a large party maybe you would like it. However I'm sure you could request a different table. As for the food, it was good, not great. For the money I would have hoped that it would have been a little better. The drinks were not my style, and the selection was a bit limited. With all that being said, I would possibly go again to get something small and a beer.........but not dinner. And on a last note, the service was exceptional, it was one of the best parts of the experience.

• Pros: Ambience, Romantic, Different
• Cons: Limited Menu, Watch out for large parties

04/15/08

excellent all around

by knowsstuff at Citysearch

the most accommodating hostess and bar staff. so good you don't even need to move to a table for your meal. have it right up there at the bar. highly recommend not missing this place.

02/18/08

My Favorite!

by bunheads at Citysearch

This is hands down my favorite restaurant in the Boston area. The food and drink and wonderful, the atmosphere is festive, and the servers always put a smile on my face. If you have never been to Dali, you must go now! My favorite dishes are the saffron battered shrimp and the pork tenderloin under the hot tapas section. Yummy!!!!

• Pros: Everything here is a pro.
• Cons: The wait for a table on a Friday or Saturday night can be long, as they don't take reservations for seatings after 6pm.

02/05/08

Great place with a character!

by nataliashin at Citysearch

This place is very romantic, but in a loud and upbeat kind of way!

It?s a great spot for Valentine?s Day (but I don?t think they take reservations, so get there early)

It?s got a great atmosphere with super friendly people, delicious food and sangria that goes right to your head.

It?s the place to go when you can?t decide what exactly what you?re craving; just order a bunch of tapas to share with your friends.

Very beautiful decorations and cozy tables in the corners.

• Pros: Great food and atmosphere!
• Cons: none!

08/16/07

Better that going to dine in Spain!!!

by martchiella at Citysearch

I have been there a million times and the food, service and ambiance is always been excellent!!!

I highly reccommend Dali restaurant specially if you are celebrating a B-day.

• Pros: Excellent food and Service
• Cons: A bit of waiting time

03/30/07

Loved it

by anine at Citysearch

Dali was so much fun, with its great food, and energetic atmosphere. The staff were great too, not just our server. It is a romantic place, however, go here with friends and groups too, they will get eveyone seated!

11/28/06

VERY ROMANTIC and AMAZING FOOD

by notipyties at Citysearch

my boyfriend and i went here on our anniversary. the food was VERY good and the wait staff was very knowledgable and new what i was going to ask almost before i asked it. The decor is very romantic. we got a little table nestled into a corner that was very nice. The bathrooms were unisex andi couldnt help but take out my camera and snap pictures of the beautiful and amazingly colorful wallpaper. Sanngria is yummy and food once and is delicious. There were some crazy things on the menu buit also a good variety for a picky pallette. Go here with a boy/girl friend or first date. lots to talke about. and they DO take reservations. make them the second they open. it wont be busy then but it will get busy by the time your ready to leave. I dont know how the atmosphere changes on the weekend but i suggest going on a weeknight.

• Pros: food,drink,decor, waitstaff, reservations
• Cons: get there early around 530 when they open. it will get crowded by 630