Haven't been here in a while but it's still the best hot lobster roll in town!…read more Get there early to get seated first round. They cram you in like sardines so try to get a good spot! You're most likely be sharing a table with other diners. The mussels in a spicy flavorful red sauce were cooked perfectly. They only came with 2 small pieces of grilled bread. If you like to dunk your bread and soak up all the yummy broth, ask for more bread when you order. The fries dipped in there are also really good! Lobster roll was delicious and juicy on a buttery brioche bun. So much lobster! And the fries are so crispy and salty! My friend ordered the North End Cioppino that comes in a rice spicy brodo with clams, mussels, shrimp, and 2 types of fish (I forget what they were). The broth was ok and the whole shrimp was a chore to eat. The mussel sauce would've been better. Note: one small dark bathroom at end of bar Parking is very hard to find as most are resident. Try side roads or Cross street for some meters if you're lucky.

We were visiting for the weekend and wanted to check out all the popular food places, of which…read moreNeptune Oyster is one. We walked by Neptune a few times and the line was long. It was Friday afternoon into evening so makes sense. We came back late night around 9:30pm and waited for like 5 minutes before being seated. The place is small. You're basically sharing dinner with the stranger next to you with how close you're sitting. Thankfully our strangers were cool lol. We tried a variety of oysters, cocktail shrimp, and the razor clams which we heard were amazing. All I'm gonna say is, I would have been annoyed if I waited in line for hours for the items we got. The cocktail shrimp was decent - it was a good size, juicy, and delicious. The razor clams were a miss. Rubbery and too many other things in the dish overshadowing the clams. We got two different kinds of fresh clams which my husband said were okay. I'm not a fan of fresh clams. The oysters were good, but after having been to Row 34, I can't justify standing in line for oysters in a place that doesn't have much else worth trying.

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

This is my second time in Boston and I had to stop by here because on our last trip, we tried so…read moremany clam chowders and it was nothing compared to this place!! By far THEE BEST CLAM CHOWDER EVER!! We also ended up getting the lobster roll and holy moly, did you see how much lobster is in that roll?? Unbelievable!! So worth it!! I also never had a boston cream pie before (i know, bummer) so i thought, why not try it here since their lobster roll and clam chowder is superior! Boston cream pie did not disappoint! It was not as sweet as it looks but sweet enough! The service was amazing per usual! Our server is super attentive and even though it was super packed and busy, our wait was only 15m. And ambiance is nice too because it's by the water. Overall, HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!!!! Everything was 10/10 PERFECTION!!

The Daily Catch (original North End location)…read more This is the original Daily Catch, opened in 1973 by Paul Freddura in a tiny Hanover Street storefront. He started by frying local squid and calling it calamari at a time when most Bostonians still treated it as bait. In 1979 he and Maria turned the space into the Calamari Café, added an open kitchen, and began serving Sicilian-style seafood and pasta directly in the pan. More than fifty years later the same family still runs the place, and the original room remains deliberately small, cash-only, and first-come, first-served. I came twice in a row for the Monkfish Marsala over squid-ink pasta and would happily return for a third. The dish is rich, properly seasoned, and the black pasta holds the sauce without turning gummy. Unless your party fills an entire table you will almost certainly share with other diners. Dining alone the last couple of nights, I ended up talking with people from all over who were also in Boston on vacation. The shared tables add to the experience if you are open to it. There is nearly always a line outside. It is worth the wait. Be patient, bring cash, and watch the cooks work the pans right in front of you. This is still one of the most honest and flavorful seafood rooms in the North End. From what I understand, there's now a couple other locations; even one in Pasadena, CA...! I may eventually try the others, but the OG location always has a special place in my heart!

The black squid ink pasta with aglio olio is amazing! Algio Olio is a sauce with ground calamari,…read moreolive oil, and sautéed garlic which gave it a lot of flavor. Go for the full size and not the half order. You will thank me for it later. We added scallops to it but honestly the pasta itself was so good already, the scallops didn't really add much to it even though they were very well cooked scallops. We also tried the Littleneck Siciliano (which is a plate of clams in a lemon? sauce) and that was also delicious. The last entree we tried was the linguine with clams and calamari. This was good but nowhere nearly as good as the black squid ink pasta. I didn't give this restaurant 5 stars because seating was cramped, very limited workers, and the wait was long for getting a table and food. I would avoid this restaurant for large groups or families with kids. I really wish they had a reservation system but I can see how hard that will be with the few workers they have. Oh, and don't forget your cash as it is CASH ONLY.

Saltie Girl was hands down my favorite meal in all of Boston during our weekend trip. the pricing…read moreis very reasonable and options for oysters are plenty. lobster roll was around $45, so pretty average for other places we went to but wow the portion was so big and the lobster was delicious. the star of the show was the clam chowder! that was the BEST clam chowder I've had in my life. I still think about it and wish I could ship it hahaha. service was also stellar. the fish and chips was just a tad undercooked (not their fault, it was a huge piece of fish!) and our waitress was so accommodating to replace the whole plate quickly and apologize for the inconvenience. she also gave us some great recommendations for local bars to check out after our meal. every time I'm back in Boston I'm definitely coming back to Saltie Girl!

Unfortunately, this was a disappointing experience. I made a reservation 30 days in advance to…read morecelebrate my engagement with my mother-in-law, so I was expecting a more memorable evening. Instead, we were seated in the bar area, which had a loud, club-like atmosphere and didn't feel like the right setting for a special occasion. The service also fell short. It was quite slow, a few of our items were forgotten, and our second glass of wine was served warm. The food itself was good, but considering the price point, I think there are plenty of other restaurants that offer equally good--or better--food with more attentive service and a more upscale dining experience. Overall, it just didn't feel worth the cost, especially for a celebration.

This is THE seafood place to have dinner at in Boston. No debate!…read more 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.

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.

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!

We arrived on a Saturday close to closing time. They were clear in writing and verbally that at…read more4:45, they were closing the patio. As we stood awkwardly in line in a narrow space, the team squeezed around customers to vacuum the office, wipe down the door windows, further reinforcing that they were ready to close up LOL. Service was neutral and transactional in nature. I ordered a crab cake and while not mind-blowing, it was pretty good; I've had better. I wish I had ordered a lobster roll while I was at it. I took my order to a nearby bench along the water and enjoyed it. Despite not the warmest hospitality, I was glad that I could stop by. The patio did look nice too for when it's open to guests.

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!

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.

stopped by for a late lunch and it was surprisingly not busy, so we're glad we picked it on a whim!…read morethe lobster roll was quite pricey at $55 and was tasty, but the size was not worth the price. oysters were also a little pricey as well but they had a great selection. the clam chowder was good, but again, pricey for the portion size. service was great, and we're happy with the little postcard they gave us at the end of the meal.

I love the seafood boil here, good bang for your buck. Great to come with friends, everything is…read moreseasoned well. The combos are super good value. Our server, Val, was so attentive throughout the night and made sure to check in with us. Made our experience so good!

I know that wifey loves seafood and just happened to find this spot cuz of the fried softshell…read morecrabs (which I like). Ordered those and one of their seafood boils (I think it's called the dirty). I enjoyed the softshell crabs. Seasoning gave it a fried chicken type of flavor but enjoyable. As for the seafood boil it was okay. It was mainly shrimp corn and potato. Wasn't busy when we arrived and seated promptly. Service was great at first. But then when I asked for utensils, the server looked at me confused and after 2-3 tries, he finally brought me a fork. Overall the experience was okay. Might have to try a different boil if we come back.