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    Mare

    3.8 (569 reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Italian
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Classy
    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Zuppa di Mare
    Kent S.

    Ok this is a WOW. Yes the North End has a lot of good or great restaurants. But OMG this as soooo good. Apps, wine, entree and service are winners. It's not the easiest to find but trust me, it's worth it.

    Toni C.

    Went to Mare for dinner and it was pretty easy to get a reservation which was great. The oysters were so fresh, I would recommend getting the oysters they are definitely worth it. We also got a side of rosemary fries but they didn't come out with any seasoning. The truffle crusted tuna was presented beautifully and it was good. The lobster roll was also good I would say pretty similar to any other one I've had in Boston. The pesto pasta was okay I probably wouldn't recommend it, it wasn't really worth the price. We also split the sorbet and they were okay nothing too special. Overall the experience was good but we weren't really blown away by the any of the food.

    Oysters on the 1/2 Shell and Dirty Martini
    Carrie V.

    Stopped into Mare in the North End for a dirty martini and oysters at the bar. The martini was phenomenal and the oysters were incredibly fresh. The bartender was very sweet and made the experience even better. Perfect spot for a quick drink and seafood, would definitely go back for a full dinner.

    Zucchini blossoms
    Caroline H.

    Fantastic service by Fabio and delicious seafood at this restaurant. The swordfish was cool to perfection along with the mashed potatoes. The lobster ravioli was flavorful too. The Italian red wine recommendation was smooth and light. It was very good. We will return here for another visit. I highly recommend this restaurant if you want some outstanding seafood and service.

    Cindy N.

    Food was amazing. The price point was high but to be expected for quality seafood and the freshness. The half seafood tower came with 9 oysters, 4 clams, half lobster, 1 crab leg, and 3 large cocktail shrimp. Very fresh and you can pick your oysters we asked our waitress to choose for us and she did a great job. The Maine Baked Lobster took some time for preparation but was absolutely worth the wait. A giant lobster with a baked filling that consisted of crab, scallop, and shrimp. A rich and decadent meal that left us satisfied!

    Dessert
    Madeline Z.

    We had the best experience here! Service was phenomenal - Franc absolutely made our night! The food was all fantastic and we had plenty of time at the table with no rush! Great ambiance and fire pit hangout area in the winter.

    Pan Seared Scallops
    Tracy C.

    Really disappointed in this restaurant. The service was lovely, and drinks were great, but the food was so overrated. We had the lobster cocktail to begin, and it was pretty good. They refused to clear the menu from the table which was weird and took up quite a bit of table space. The scallops appetizer with butternut squash puree and bacon wrapped asparagus sounded AMAZING but came out ice cold and overcooked. The scallops were tough and over seasoned, the rest was cold maybe it was supposed to be cold? They tasted off but I didn't want to waste food so I ate them, oops. The pasta was done beautifully as a tableside presentation with freshly shaved truffles- really nice, but also cold, although tasty. I was looking forward to this but really had a bad time, and they only had a one stall bathroom, so afterwards our stomachs/intestines whatever were in quite the distress that our evening was cut short as we rushed back to our hotel and took turns in our hotel toilet. Sorry to paint that picture for you, but definitely not recommended. Pictures look amazing, service was nice, but will never go again.

    Robert B.

    Mare was great. They are now all about the money. I took a small group of 6 in and allowed the house to serve appetizers at their choice. We were pummeled with so many we could not order dinner, they were average not good, we had expected two not more, a terrible sea food tower was thrown in after I said no and the bill came to over $200 per person. Add to that the bottled water that I asked to stop 3 times. Never again. We tried Catina Italiano a few days ago and were given an unbelievable tasting at about $100 that included far more and far tastier items. File Mare under Rip Off.

    Gordon V.

    Had reservations and were seated in a crowded room that was difficult to get in and out of the chair being so close in proximity to the other tables. Very loud, and hard to hear each other across the table. The prices are high for the food you get. Some of the oysters barely had meat it was just a thin skin. The shrimp were large And properly prepared, the lobster was rubbery and a very small tail. The crab meat was a bit mushy like it had been steamed too long. The scallops were cooked perfectly and delicious. The Brussels sprouts were drenched and not crispy. I cannot recommend in all good consciousness.

    Grilled Octopus Positano

    Best food we had in Boston!! We were in town for six days, and this was hands down our favorite meal. Mare is a North End hotspot that's absolutely worth the hype and the price. We went as a family of four, and every single dish hit it out of the park. We got so excited we actually forgot to take pictures of a couple things -- always a good sign! Grilled Octopus (5/5) So good we ordered it twice. Incredibly flavorful with a solid base and perfectly tender. Oysters (5/5) We ordered two types and both were delicious. I loved that their oyster menu describes each variety's flavor profile spot on. Table-Side Cacio e Pepe (5/5) While not a traditional preparation, the show was great and the flavor hit the mark too. They make it right in a Parmesan wheel at your table, and it's creamy, rich, and so satisfying. We got the truffles on the side for our daughter, and it was still absolutely delicious. Mediterranean Branzino (5/5) Out of this world. I usually need salt when I order fish, but this was seasoned perfectly, and even the lemon stayed untouched. Crispy skin, tender meat, and bursting with flavor. I recommend asking for it filleted to make it easier to enjoy. Mushroom Spaghetti (5/5) Earthy, creamy, and absolutely delicious. One of those simple dishes that sticks with you. The ambience is on the high-end side, but we noticed several people coming in who were greeted by the staff like regulars, which gave it such a warm and welcoming vibe. It didn't feel stuffy at all and was lively enough that we felt totally comfortable dining with our kids. It does get packed, but understandably so given our experience. Everything was incredible from start to finish with great energy, friendly service, and unforgettable food. Definitely a must-try North End spot if you're visiting Boston

    Lobster Ravioli
    Noah T.

    Wonderful place enjoyed ourselves when in Boston in the north end this is a place you have to go if you want seafood highly recommend other seafood is super fresh services on point

    Tagliatelle con Aragosta
    Qme L.

    Made reservations for a Saturday night with a bunch of girlfriends. Even though our entire party hadn't arrived yet (horrible game day traffic), they were kind enough to seat us. We sat right by the entrance, which ruined the ambiance a bit but the wait staff was amazing! Attentive and patient. When one of my friends ordered a drink and it wasn't good, our waitress promptly took it back and had it remade. We ordered the arugula salad, fritture mista, and trio of crudos to share. The arugula salad was delicious, zesty with fresh veggies. Fritture mista was good and the crudos were fresh. It was a very nice start but then the entrees were quite disappointing.. I ordered the tagliatelle con aragosta. Portion size was pretty small, it was bland (even with black pepper on top) and the lobster tail was dry :(. One of my friends ordered the grilled Mediterranean branzino and found it to be very salty and very fishy.. the truffle crusted tuna was also very salty. My friends who ordered the apps as entrees did enjoy their food (surf&turf, pan seared scallops). Seems like the quality of food for the apps were much better than the entrees. We spent over $600 for food and drinks and ended up having to get food somewhere else after. Apps were good and service was amazing but likely won't be back.

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    On vacation and stopped here and it was such a cool place with amazing food. The lobster roll was great!

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    Excellent food. Excellent service. We had to wait 2 hours for a table but it was worth it. Will go back again.

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