Columbus Club
December 12th, 2006
I heard that the Columbus Club on Fountain St. has a great dinner on Saturdays- certain Saturdays when they are not rented out for a function, so I called in October to inquire about it. The woman I spoke to was very nice and told me they what dates they’d be having the dinner, I was busy for some of the Saturdays but then free for one of them in November. She suggested making a reservation, so I did but then 2 days before the dinner she called and left a message to cancel because they didn’t have enough people signed up.Â
I called back and spoke to the same nice woman and she told me they would have it two more times before the end of the year, I couldn’t make it on one of the dates but could for the last one so she took my name for last Saturday and said she looked forward to us going.
Ethan was a bit under the weather so I thought we’d have to cancel but he bounced back by Saturday and I was excited to finally check it out. I called the club that night to make sure were all set but to my surprise they told me I was not on the reservation list and that they were booked. I explained that I did make a reservation with someone who called to cancel a few weeks before and she said she put me down for tonight but the person on the phone just said sorry they’re booked, in fact, over booked.
It was pretty disappointing since I’ve been wanting to go since October. I was told they will start up dinners again in January. I’d love to try it because I love Italian food but I don’t know if I’d plan a Saturday night around it again. The woman who I spoke with earlier said they are open for lunch but it’s not the same menu. I will attempt to try it again at somepoint though. If anyone has had the food there or been to dinner on Saturday night, let me know how it is. I’m guessing it’s really good from the crowds they get.
After that we decided to go to our favorite downtown place, the Eagles restaurant and had a great night. I was still in the mood for Italian food so I got spaghetti and meatballs, which was excellent and Ethan said his baked haddock was really good too. The owner came out of the kitchen to ask us how everything was and our waitress was so friendly and nice. She asked me if I’d like her to put extra sauce on the spaghetti I was taking home, little gestures like that are nice and show they want people to enjoy the food there and when you re-heat your leftovers the next day. We always leave there happy and where else can you get spaghetti and meatballs (with a salad) for $4.95?
This post started out being about the Columbus Club but I just wanted to say how much we love the Eagles restaurant because it turned a disappointment into a great night.
Long time no see! Ever since I started work, I barely have time to go around “the ham” anymore. It’s so nice to see all the local places/news in your blog! =D
Comment by Andrew — December 13, 2006 @ 4:14 am
You can goto the Columbus Club for LUNCH every day!! From 11-2! It is AWSOME! You just dont see places like that anymore! You can get “MAC & BALLS” for $5 and drinks are $1 for a stein of soda. Forget about the fast food drivethrough!
Comment by Jay — December 14, 2006 @ 3:22 pm
I have attended several of the Saturday evening buffets and fully enjoyed the food and the people. All were very friendly. They serve 4 to 5 entrees including soup, salad, pasta of some kind, potato, vegetables and homemade desserts by their manager, Janet Sanchioni. Nost were held downstairs in the club, but they will use the function hall apstairs if it’s not booked. Yuo need definate reservations, especially if the hall is booked because of the smaller capacity in the club.
Lunches are served Monday - Saturday with daily specials as well as the usual mac & balls, tuna & chicken salads as well as several sandwiches to choose from. The daily specials are just $6.00 and soft driks are $.50 and $1.00.
Comment by Carol — January 2, 2007 @ 1:46 am
Hey Michelle,
Its Mark, your old Brown St. neighbor, hope you guys are well, our best to Clyde Cat!
I finally checked out your site after having Seth remind me weekly…very cool! I grew up in Framingham, 2 blocks up from the Columbus Club actually. My dad used to go there a few times a week & hang w/ all the old Italians, & always on Wednesday afternoons in the summer after his golf league. Anyway, food is always good there, but if they are not serving dinner I have another option for you, but you may know it already. Keep going up rt. 135, towards Ashland, about a mile and a half after Columbus Club is LaCantina resteraunt. This is an EXCELLENT Italian meal, very inexpensive, great atmosphere, & the best Chicken Parm you will get anywhere!
Please let us know if you check it out, or already have. I am sure you would not be dissapointed!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Comment by Mark Macrelli — January 2, 2007 @ 4:16 pm
Just had to pass along kudos to Janet Epstein and her chefs David and Paul Sanchioni for the superb New Year’s Eve dinner dance. The Surf & Turf dinner was served hot and delicious and dancing under the direction of Russ Carlton produced a variety from soft and slow to hopping and bopping. 2006 ended happily and looking forward to many more wonderful times. Would definitely book a party or group function at Columbus Club for the food and friendly employees from top to bottom.
Comment by Carol — January 2, 2007 @ 11:29 pm
Hey Michelle, love your site - Try Anthony’s Cafe for breakfast on waverly street, pass Bruburgers on the left hand side opp. Monnick Supply. Formerly the location off Nicholas Pizza (& Seafood) … which moved to Ashland.
Comment by Brendan Cheever — April 5, 2007 @ 4:30 pm