Excellent local seafood friendly service rustic ambience One of our favorite places to visit when…read morein Boston for mussels and fish and chips!

First time ever in Boston and wanted to get the full experience of their seafood…read more I heard a lot of good things about this place and the long lines. I was a bit hesitant, at first, but it was worth it! We didn't have to wait long at all. There was an opening at the bar, so we took it. I loved how it was right on the water and had a cozy charm to it. I had a Moscow mule, a cup of clam chowder and split the calamari and steamed mussels. Everything was so fresh. I'm glad this was my first food stop in Boston.

We ordered two fish and chips, one traditional lobster roll and one chicken wrap. The fish is so…read morefresh and delicious. Lobster roll is also very tasty compared with our favorite one at Key West. Fry is good too. Love this place. Will come back!

I ended up eating at the original Daily Catch on Hanover Street every single night I was in Boston…read more It's that good. I can't get enough of their monkfish Marsala, usually ordered with the black squid ink pasta. There's always a line out front, and it's worth the wait. When I had the chance to bring a colleague at the end of the trip, he ordered the same dish and loved it. This is not a fancy place and it isn't trying to be. It's seriously good Italian seafood with epic portions. Go easy on the bread they bring with olive oil and spices because the plates are huge. I can rarely finish a full meal after an appetizer, so I usually just order the main. I'm excited they now have a location in Pasadena, California, which is convenient for my work travel. I can't wait to try it. PRO-TIP: there are a couple other locations nearby. Same good cooking. If you don't want to specifically eat in the original location, then it may be faster to pivot to Daily Catch Takeout Window at 331 Hanover Street, two doors from the original or the full service Waterfront site at 65 Atlantic Avenue which is an 8 to 12 minute walk from the original location through the North End streets.

First time in Boston and went to Saltie Girl TWICE during our short trip! It was that good. The…read morefirst time we went, we were able to sit inside at the bar and we ordered warm and cold New England lobster rolls, so two total, $42 each. This place was unique because they leveled up their lobster rolls by using different sauces. In the warm one, they use beurre blanc, and in the cold one, they use a seasoned kewpie mayo. You can definitely tell the difference. The Saltie Girl branded chips were a nice touch. We shared a bag and took one on the road. Fun vibes too seeing all the seafood towers get built! The service was quick, the bartenders were attentive. We took MBTA so we did not have to worry about traffic or parking. The location is so nice because we just walked around all the stores after. We got a cold lobster roll to-go the next day and it was amazing again. Definitely will be back the next time we are in Boston.

Delicious!!! I think, one of the best, if not... the BEST lobster roll in Boston and surrounding…read moreareas. The lobster was so fresh and flavorful and the bun was buttery and toasted. SOOO good!! Cold lobster roll is the way to go! We also had the oysters which you can select off the menu, very fresh and tasty! They have nice outside seating and a nice bar inside too. We sat on the patio and even came back a second time before we left Boston for another lobster roll. They have great drinks too. Frosè, as well as a frozen espresso martini! It took a while for the rolls to come on our 1st visit and they have us a second round of Frosè which was super nice. Highly recommend Saltie Girl especially for the lobster roll!

Came for the steak and lobster. Somehow left emotionally attached to the potato gratin…read more Let's get the important business out of the way: Filet: 9/10 Lobster tail: 7.5/10 Potato gratin: 10/10!!! Asparagus: 8/10 Bacon scallops: 6/10 Service: 9/10 Ambiance: 8/10 The bacon scallops started things off with a solid "eh, they're fine," which had me wondering where the night was headed. Turns out they were just the opening act, because everything after that was fantastic. The filet was cooked perfectly, tender, flavorful, and exactly what you want when you're paying steakhouse prices. The lobster tail was fresh and very good, although honestly, it ended up playing third wheel to the steak and potatoes. And those potatoes... GET. THE. POTATO. GRATIN. Seriously. I don't know what kind of buttery, cheesy sorcery was happening back there, but they were ridiculously good. Perfectly cooked, rich without being overwhelming, and easily my favorite thing on the table. I would have considered ordering a second one if I had any dignity left. I was in town for a conference and came here for an 8 p.m. dinner. Service was prompt, professional, and attentive, and the atmosphere hit that sweet spot of feeling upscale without making you feel like you need to whisper and discuss your investment portfolio. The steak and potato gratin alone earned the five stars. The lobster was basically a very tasty bonus. Highly recommended. And I cannot stress this enough: Order. The. Potatoes.

Ordered take out for this evening. Beef carpaccio was…read moredelicious but could have done with some more salt (or Parmesan / capers). The artichokes over powered a bit. Pan seared halibut with potato gratin and asparagus was amazing (even for a take out). Very tasty and moist without being steamed and soggy. Very impressed.

I came here for lunch during my last full day in Boston. The customer service here is superb. I was…read morehelped right away at the counter and was even given a free brownie once I mentioned I was in town for a birthday trip, eager to try my first lobster rolls. Totally wasn't expecting any kind of birthday discount or mini freebie, but the gesture was greatly appreciated. I've never been a big fan of the texture of shrimp, crab, nor lobster. But how can you visit the area and not try a lobster roll? For lunch, I got a cold quarter pound lobster roll accompanied by a bowl of clam chowder and a couple of pickles. The lobster was plump, fresh, and didn't taste too fishy - just quality lobster meat. My meal also came with chips and a drink of my choice. I even ended up getting a hot lobster roll and inhaled that later in the day because I enjoyed my first one so much.

Convenient location close to my hotel. Needed a quick bite to eat and wanted some lobster…read more Lobster Bisque- worst I ever had. The color was not what bisque should look like. Lobster Grilled cheese- decent but not worth $20 Service was good but the food was not worth the price.

By far, the best lobster roll (warm with butter). Worth the wait. We had the large…read moreLobster rolls. We'll definitely be back.

Visiting Boston for the first time, I made a beeline for James Hook & Co. for the lobster roll I'd…read morebeen craving. The place came highly recommended by both online videos and locals, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The roll was warm, juicy, and generously packed with sweet lobster--easily the best lobster roll we've ever had. We enjoyed it on our first day in the city and liked it so much that we returned on our last day. I'll definitely be back!

Little Whale easily clinched a spot as one of my favorite meals while visiting Boston last week…read more Service was quick, lovely, and definitely tourist-friendly. My table wasn't inside, but I loved the outdoor seating options since it was sunny the late afternoon/evening I came. After so much walking and shopping, I wanted a hearty meal. Every bite was so satisfying. The whole belly ipswich clam plate was briny which was wonderful on its own. But that tartar sauce certainly added to the dish. Normally if I get fried seafood, I love a good crunch - but the light breading of these clams made it so that the natural umami of the clam bellies shined through - this made for a very well-executed dish. Be sure to order the house Pilsner, a clear hit on the menu.

Great place for some fresh oysters! Make sure to get reservations, it's a small town quaint…read morerestaurant. They have a deal for some local oysters if you get a beverage they are only 2 dollars a pop! Was diverted the oyster and wine very quickly after we sat down. We also got the hamachi crudo which was great! A little spicy from the Fresno but pairs really well with the orange and the fatty fish! Lastly ordered the blue crab tagliatelle, it had a great flavor! From the brown butter and sage, the roasted macadamia nuts gave great additional flavor and texture to the dish, the down fall of this dish was the pasta itself. The pasta was stuck together in many places...it was really disappointing. Good little place over all!

Popped in for some oysters and AC. Crushed 3 different kinds. Don't remember what they were called…read more Kinda tasted all the same but I also put a tablespoon of horseradish on them all. Waiter told us which ones his favorites were but I also don't remember what he said. Was pretty cooked from all the comicon people walking around outside.

Trendy, energetic, and an incredible dining experience! Row 34 was such a fun spot! The restaurant…read morehas a really trendy atmosphere, and the energy was fantastic from the moment we walked in. But what really stood out was the service. Our wait staff was incredibly attentive without ever being overbearing, and the whole experience was truly out of this world. I started with the Golden Tide, which was a delicious combination of pineapple and orgeat flavors. Refreshing, tropical, and a great way to kick things off. For appetizers, I ordered fresh raw oysters and the scallop ceviche, I honestly don't know much about choosing oysters, so my waitress basically gave me a mini oyster class and I was impressed by how knowledgeable she was! She explained the differences between oysters, including how some are creamy and briny while others are much saltier, almost like taking a bite straight out of the ocean. Such a cool experience and something I genuinely appreciated. And that scallop ceviche? Hands down, the BEST ceviche I've ever had. The scallops were incredible, and I loved that they served it with root vegetable chips instead of the typical tortilla chips. Sweet potato chips added such a unique flavor and texture. Absolutely delicious! For dinner, I had the sumac-crusted tuna with haricots and assorted vegetables, and it was fantastic. The tuna was flavorful, beautifully prepared, and paired perfectly with the vegetables. Between the food, the atmosphere, the energy, and especially the knowledgeable and attentive service, Row 34 delivered a dining experience that I'll definitely remember. This is exactly the kind of restaurant that makes dining out feel like an experience rather than just a meal.