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Great service, friendly staff, reservations HIGHLY recommended. The restaurant isn't huge, but they seemed to handle the flow of traffic with ease. We ordered fish and chips, lightly seasoned, but better than previous restaurants. Warm lobster roll was buttery and delicious, extra butter on the side for those that need more deliciousness. The clam chowder, clams could have been cleaned better, but it did not ruin the evening. Fries came with both meals, they were just ok, but did arrive to the table hot and crispy. Dessert was creme brûlée and man oh man, it was very good and creamy. Not overly sweet and done very well. I enjoyed my dinner and would keep this on my list of restaurants when in Boston. Definitely check this place out, it is located in the busy Back Bay neighborhood and outside seating is available, as well as inside seating with an outside view.
Service was outstanding! However the restaurant was quite warm. I don't know if the ac was broken or maybe it's just a Boston thing, but we were very warm during our meal. I was also surprised how loud it was inside, but it was the two of us seated by two kind of large group groups, which might've just been an unfortunate circumstance. My mother is a little bit hard of hearing and so that was kind of challenging. We both had other meals planned out until we saw the lobster rolls walk by. We both ended up ordering lobster rolls and they did not disappoint. We were very full, but we shared a Boston cream pie, which was also delicious.
This is THE seafood place to have dinner at in Boston. No debate! The 3 $$$ are no joke, but the value is 4 or 5 $$$$$. Initially we weren't going to come here but our Uber driver recommended us switch our reservations from another place to Atlantic Fish. I am so glad we did! Our server Nick, was an absolute rockstar. Knew the menu like he wrote it himself! Starting from the warm, fluffy bread and butter, then to the lobster bisque and clam chowder that we shared, and an absolutely unique haddock with crab and other spices on top (my wife got the swordfish that was also perfect), all was absolutely delicious. He suggested a great red and white wine for both of us to pair with our meals. Tons of wine on the menu, so he was able to expertly scope out something that was available to have in a glass, and pair with our food. The biggest "almost-didn't-happen" food stop for us. Very thankful that we were recommended to come here, because we ate our food so slow to try and savior it and make it last.
Truly wonderful experience overall last night. Went at the early dinner hour, without reservations, party of 2. The host seated us right away, as long as we promised to be out within about an hour due to an upcoming reservation. It was a great, comfortable spot, with spot-on service the entire time from Christopher and others. Our food was served in a timely manner, after ordering some appetizers, a salad and a filet. All were perfectly prepared, although my filet was a slightly beyond medium rare, yet still delicious.
Had the Crab Crusted Haddock and the Halibut first one was good Halibut was expensive and over cooked probably should have asked for a refund that one regarding the price just hate doing that.
Still one of my favorite seafood establishments in Boston!!! I love that they are not a chain. Went there for brunch yesterday and had such a yummy meal. I've never had their brunch before, but it was amazing!!! Their implementation of seafood into OG brunch staples is ingenious. I got the Lobster and Waffles, and my Dad got the Crab Cake Benedict. Both dishes were fantastic!!! Very brunch-y but also very unique. I do with there was a little more lobster included though. The ambience of this place is very classy. I feel like they've recently updated their decor and dishes, and I'm here for it. They are a little pricey, so I, personally, cannot come here regularly. However, when I do, it's always such a delightful treat. This was my first time coming with a child, and I was so pleasantly surprised by the customer service. They really shine in this area, making them standout from other establishments. They didn't treat us with snooty attitudes but accommodated us equally ... even with a stroller and a little child. I truly am grateful!!!
Returned after almost four years--and it was even better than we remembered. The restaurant has an elegant, upscale seafood and steakhouse vibe, and everything felt seamless from the moment we walked in. We arrived early for our 5:30 reservation and were seated right away. Service was outstanding. Roque was attentive, polished, and genuinely five-star throughout the evening. Complimentary warm bread with delicious butter arrived right away--always appreciated. We started with an espresso martini--smooth, well-balanced, and expertly executed, with rich espresso flavor, a subtle touch of sweetness, and a velvety, creamy foam. The roasted beet and goat cheese salad was fresh and nicely dressed, and the Jr. Captain (crispy shrimp, calamari, and haddock) was perfectly prepared. For mains, I had the crab custard haddock with mushrooms on the side--rich, flavorful, and cooked just right. My husband ordered the Faroe Island salmon with mashed potatoes and garlic sticky rice, and everything on his plate was equally well prepared. Every dish was thoughtfully executed--you can truly taste the quality. We left completely satisfied--great food, exceptional service, and a beautiful setting. It's the kind of place that reminds you why you love dining out--we'll definitely be back.
I would say it's best to make a reservation. The decor and ambiance were both nice. There is indoor and outdoor seating. I ordered The Louie.! Could've eaten two because it was soo good. The food was delicious, came out fast, hot and very well seasoned. They do provide complimentary warm bread before your meal. There is also a nice drink menu. The waitress (Morgan or Megan) was simply amazing! Not only was she helpful, pleasant and warm to me, I watched as she provided the same exceptional hospitality to the other tables close by.
I was going to give this place a 4...but then I rmb how much we paid for our meal. First of all, the staff members and our server were all extremely professional and nice. However, there were literally issues with every single one of our orders. Drinks: Water was lukewarm and our cocktails tasted like juice. Appetizers: We got a dozen oysters to share and one of the oysters was so tiny and tasted NASTY AS HELL. You know a bad oyster when you have one. Mains: Clam chowder portion was TINY for the price. Fish and chips were literally so whatever (nothing impressive)... and the lobster roll tasted raw. Butter mixed with raw lobster...was yucky. Overall, wouldn't recommend coming here... I mean the ambiance is nice and the staff members were all great. But the food was MID at best.
Steakhouse feel but replace meat with seafood. Came here for lunch over the weekend and it was not too loud, but also not empty. The service and food were great. Honestly the butter for the warm bread was delicious. Yes, the entrees and clam chowder were delicious, but I legit think about the butter...
Cam! Cam, you did it. You managed to get me to find the best New England Clam Chowder in Boston. Am I exaggerating? Maybe. Slightly. Without a doubt this side of San Francisco, this clam chowder in a bread bowl may be some of the most hearty and flavorful New England has to offer. It really is something to order. The Maine Lobster Roll is good but unfortunately that is all it is. It is overdone with mayonnaise and other flavors that they seem to have forgotten the lobster is the star. I could not enjoy this roll as much as I would have liked. It is also served with fries, which sticking to my new American principles, only ate five before quitting. My server, Kate, was a pleasure and was knowledgeable about the food. She earns my gold star of the day. I recommend but go easy on the menu please.
i thoroughly enjoyed my first lunch at atlantic fish with polina providing excellent service. she warned me that their bread is addictive, and she was right! i ordered the violet 75 paired with the chilean sea bass & lobster ravioli. the sea bass was so tender and perfectly cooked, the combination of the lobster ravioli and sauce is so unique, you must try it, and thank you for a great recommendation from polina. i visited a second time, sat at the bar for a bit to wait. bartenders were great. when i was seated at a table with a friend, i thought they took a very long time to deliver the food after we ordered, and didn't really check in, at all. i ordered the same chilean sea bass, and it was a smaller portion of fish and didn't taste as good as the first time, not sure if ratios were off on a thursday night. my friend was not happy with their crab cakes which were overdone & overpriced for the meal. it came with corn pudding? they wouldn't even touch it, i tried a bite and i have no idea why that's even an option on the menu. way to ruin a dish, completely. first visit violet 75 10/10 bread service 10/10 chilean sea bass 9.5/10 second visit violet 75 10/10 bread service 10/10 chilean sea bass 7/10 crab cake entree 4/10 corn pudding 0/10 (who did this!?) atlantic fish co. is a hit or miss for great seafood in back bay. i thoroughly enjoyed my first meal here, but when i recommended it to a friend, it left more to be desired the second time around. ambiance: 4.5/5 food: 5/5 first visit, 2.5/5 second visit drinks: 5/5 service: 5/5 with polina, 2/5 second visit atlantic fish co.: 3.7/5
5 months ago
Great restaurant with a wonderful ambiance! I started with the clam chowder which I've never tried before and it was soooo good! For my entree I got the crab crusted haddock and it was to die for! It was really just haddock topped with a crab cake and delicious sauce! read more
Everything was yummy and worth it (besides the potatoes that came with my scallops. idk. those weren't it for me). The amount of scallops i got for my meal?! OMG talk about getting what you paid for! The clam chowder was to die for and my boyfriend said that the lobster roll was the top two he's ever had. read more
1 year ago
Food = 2/5 Service = 2/5 Ambience = 4/5 Came here upon recommendation while we traveled to Boston, but was disappointed, particularly with how our waiter treated us. Our waiter was very brief and had a condescending tone when speaking to us (an English-speaking Asian-American party of 2), while they were much more conversational and informative with the White families/parties around us. For example, they didn't tell us the daily specials but mentioned it to other tables around us. We don't need a conversational waiter, but it's disappointing to see the difference in how we were being treated. The other staff (hosts, other waiters) seemed pleasant. Food was quite disappointing in terms of flavor. Presentation was nice. Ordered 2 bowls of clam chowder (2/5), Caesar salad (4/5), and the signature crab-crusted haddock (1.5/5). The clam chowder was relatively thick (fine for me, too thick for my mom) and lacked depth. The Caesar was a slight step above an average Caesar. The crab-crusted haddock was a bit overwhelming for us as the flavors didn't seem to work together -- we couldn't finish it. I'd argue the bread was the best part of the meal. Nice, upscale setting and everything seemed clean. I would steer away if your party are POC or you want food that has depth. read more
Atlantic was good but service was terribly slow. My server was friendly, but I think they were really understaffed and I had to wait a while before I could order or even before getting water. I got the seafood platter and I tried to order the clam chowder, but I was told they sold out of the clam chowder 10 minutes after I ordered it. So I got the crab cake app instead. The crab cake was good, seafood platter had enormous shrimp, some lobster, and lump crab meat, but the oysters that came with it were tiny and meh. I'd say it was good for a solid amount of meat in the platter (aside from the oysters), but it wasn't anything particularly special. It just came with cocktail sauce, vinegar, and a mayo mixture and none of those sauces were particularly unique. read more
2 months ago
Stopped by this place at the end of my Boston trip and it was snowing like crazy, but this clam chowder in a bread bowl brought me back to life. It was overflowing and very tasty. This place gets very crowded so would definitely recommend getting reservations. I had one and still had to sit at like a high-top bar area as a solo diner. read more
6 months ago
Loved the food and service! We ordered the lobster roll (great), crab cocktail, tuna tartare, East coast oysters, whole branzino, and clam chowder and they were all excellent. read more
1 year ago
Food and service were phenomenal!! Crab haddock special was fresh and very tasty!! The Seabass with the lobster ravioli was out of this world!!! Both dishes were made to perfection with the exact seasoning to make your mouth remember this experience for a long time!! Clam chowder ranks in the top five we've ever had. Lobster bisque was delicious - not as amazing as the clam chowder. Fresh bread was a perfect accompaniment to the dinner!! Wine prices a a bit high, but a good selection. The beet salad was done very very well. Loved the light coating on the goat cheese!! Bacon wrapped scallops were just okay. What's not to love about anything wrapped with bacon, right?!? However, the Atlantic Fish Company chef should consider doing two large scallops versus five very tiny scallops... It did not give you the scallop flavor and experience because they were so small. The picture did not have the five that were in the dish--too small!! Kate our server was attentive and came often but not too much providing us the opportunity to spend quality time together. Several people around us had the mixed seafood appetizers and oyster appetizers that they loved!! Highly recommend Atlantic Fish company!!! read more
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In 2024 I was invited to dinner at Atlantic Fish and I had oysters for an appetizer and a lobster pasta and the food was good. I went back in October 2025 and I don't think I will be returning. I ordered the Branzino and it was bland and the skin was tough. The customer service was excellent. I was just disappointed with my meal. read more
1 year ago
I was treated to dinner here by a colleague. Sorry the photo is dark--ambience. Everything was delicious, and the service was excellent. read more
1 month ago
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Kasey A.
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5 months ago
Came here for my moms birthday the environment was busy but cool. The food was yummy if you like seafood. The staff were accommodating and super friendly! Will be back again. read more
10 months ago
My go to seafood spot in Boston. We always go if we're craving clam chowder and lobster rolls and they even have great steaks bc it's the same company as Abe and Louie's! Same vibe, Classic style and service is top notch! we usually do Abe & Louie's & Atlantic Fish back to back every time we're town! read more
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4 months ago
Def an elegant spot. The waiter was witty and matched our energy the whole time. Lobster roll is a must here. 5/5 read more
We always manage to get to Atlantic Fish when we are in Boston and this time was special because we were celebrating a birthday. My rating dropped this time for two reasons. One, the halibut, while tasty, was a bit tough and not as fresh as it should have been. Two, when I ordered a side of spinach, the waiter did not tell me the meal came with spinach, so I had a double order and was charged for it. That was rude. The birthday girl's deserts (she ordered two!) were delicious. read more
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This place is pretty and fancy. It feels nice to go here. My girlfriend got the salmon and mashed potatoes and really liked it I got the lobster, though, and I weirdly have never been this disappointed in lobster. I didn't know it could be this,,, meh? Idk. It just wasn't as good as literally any other lobster I've had. I got the smaller one and it just. Idk. Idk man. read more
9 months ago
We love this place! The food and service are amazing! Please bring back the peppermint ice cream cake ! read more
5 months ago
2 years ago
Overall, great food and service. I wanted to get the lobster bisque, but after reading the reviews - I opted for the clam chowder instead. Chowder was thick and creamy, but more potatoes than clams. Calamari was a bit on the skinny side. Now for the entrees... I enjoyed the sea bass, but didn't care too much for the ravioli that came with it. There wasn't enough sauce for it either. If you are debating - 100% get the lobster carbonara. Soooo worth the price and the best dish out of all the entrees that we ordered. Plenty of lobster meat in the dish and the flavor was fantastic. read more
2 years ago
Food here was very good and the service was great. The lobster bisque was even better than I had expected: balanced in flavor with just a hint of spiciness. Also ordered the mussels and had to restrain myself from finishing off that sauce with a spoon. read more
-- Chowder 4.5 -- Lobster roll 4 -- Atmosphere: 4 Good, thick chowder with lots of flavor and no floury taste. Elegant presentation with very small dice of potatoes but didn't love the two artisanal homemade crackers - oyster crackers are iconic for a reason Lobster roll slightly smaller than expected amount of lobster meat diced fairly small which makes it seem less generous. decently dressed with celery, on a grilled hot dog bun - . Good fries could be slightly crispier . Overall just slightly disappointing for the $40 price. Pretty upscale (and expensive) but quite elegant with a tasteful blue and white and mahogany interior. Nautical without being cloying. Small and again elegant patio out front. read more
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Excellent - the oysters were incredible and the carbonara were one of a kind ! Great service too - hooked it up with the tajin - thank you read more
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My experience was good. My waiter was great and the clam chowder filled me and my mom up! We still decided to try the mussels and they were delicious read more
I really enjoyed my dinner in Atlantic Fish. I went with my dad for my birthday dinner, and it was definitely a good pick. All the food was fresh, and it was bursting with flavor. Everything was so delicious in its own unique way - I don't have a favorite dish because all were exceptional. The presentation of the food itself was gorgeous, which added to the meal. The restaurant itself is very beautiful - it is elegant and comfortable, with a relaxed yet chic atmosphere. I also have to say that the service was exceptional. Our server was so friendly, and he gave us tips on what to order and always checked up on us. The manager also came to check on us, which shows the dedication and professionalism of the service. I really enjoyed my dinner here and I would love to return again for another special occasion! read more
My family has been to Atlantic Fish many times over the years. It's a great place for everything from a celebration to a business meal to a date night. The price point is relatively high, but the quality of food as well as the service is great. The clam chowder has always been my favorite and is super fresh with the perfect amount of seasoning. read more
1 year ago
This restaurant was recommended by our hotel staff. Loved the elegant yet casual vibe but the food just missed the mark for us. The clam chowder soup was thick and tasted like onions only. Hardly any clams, just a butt load of onions. I always order sea bass when I see it on a menu and this was the worst I've ever had. So plain and chewy . It came with lobster ravioli and that was good. Cocktail was delicious and our server was great. read more
Very popular place,definitely recommend reservations. We arrived at 9pm for our reservation and the place was still packed. We were taken care of by Tony. He was funny, charismatic and very attentive. We each started with their award winning clam Chowder; it was delicious, creamy and the perfect blend of all the ingredients. Then we had the lobster crab Louie, yum!! That was delicious too, fresh, refreshing and the avocado with tomatoes really gave it beautiful combination of flavors. We shared the New England Cioppino. It was big enough to share and I'm glad we did because we were able to finish it and still room for a bite of dessert. That we could not finish. They gave healthy portions This place is a seafood lovers dream. Will definitely be returning when we come back into Bosto read more
1 year ago
Food, service,and staff are excellent. Wild salmon served with broiled spinach and broccoli excellent. read more
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761 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116
Back Bay
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How is the pan roasted halibut prepared?
It was really good. Not over done and dried but succulent and so moist that it should have a NSFW label. Halibut, when cook properly, will have the best flavors come through. How was it prepared? I have no idea. I focused on the fish. The other…
What is the cost of valet parking?
The menu online doesn't show any prices. Just wondering what a standard entree costs?
Seafood entrees range from $35 to $60
Can patrons bring their own wine with a corkage fee?
I don't believe that you can. You should call the restaurant to be sure.
Is the dress code enforced ? We don't have a sport coat with us but otherwise dressed appropriately.
No it's not enforced. We went for date night so we were dressy casual.
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