Soma - Beverly

Update: We went back again, and it was just as delicious! The fresh bread, flavorful vegetables, and perfectly cooked and seasoned meat were all fantastic! read more Update: We went back again, and it was just as delicious! The fresh bread, flavorful vegetables, and perfectly cooked and seasoned meat were all fantastic!

A fantastic dining spot! The service is excellent, and the food is consistently delicious. The interior can be a bit dim, and the decor could use some brighteni... read more A fantastic dining spot! The service is excellent, and the food is consistently delicious. The interior can be a bit dim, and the decor could use some brightening up, but you’re unlikely to be disappointed—unless you can’t find a seat.

The restaurant was bustling when we arrived for our reservation but we were seated right away. Our server, Jen, was knowledgeable and delightful. Service was at... read more The restaurant was bustling when we arrived for our reservation but we were seated right away. Our server, Jen, was knowledgeable and delightful. Service was attentive but not intrusive. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and very generous portions. I had the Pork Tenderloin Fresh herb cheese risotto, caramelized brussels sprouts, with a port wine sauce. It was fabulous.

I can only give it a 3 star rating for this past visit. We would have liked to have sat some place other than the tables just inside the door but since we didn... read more I can only give it a 3 star rating for this past visit. We would have liked to have sat some place other than the tables just inside the door but since we didn 't have a reservation, was told only place we could sit. Considering the early time for dinner on a Wednesday and amount of empty tables, really? We both ordered one of the drink specials, Blackberry Mojito, very good. As for dinners, I had the Chicken Pasta Picatta Style and my wife had the Salmon. The Salmon, presentation and flavors were on point. As for the Pasta dish, very disappointing. The chicken was a little tough and pasta a little over cooked. The Picatta sauce was a complete disappointment. Dull and boring, if not for the lemon garnish I squeezed on it, almost no lemon flavor. Not enough Capers and just overall bland, like a thickened oil sauce. We do enjoy dining here because of the atmosphere and the acoustics. Not being a fan of loud places, I love the sound absorbing acoustical ceiling.

I visited this restaurant with my wife and parents, and everyone enjoyed their meals overall. However, I ordered the pork loin cooked medium, and it was served... read more I visited this restaurant with my wife and parents, and everyone enjoyed their meals overall. However, I ordered the pork loin cooked medium, and it was served a bit rare. On the bright side, we had some great cocktails. I’d be willing to give it another shot, especially to try the pizza.