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3.9 (227 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Seafood platter
Oliver C.

This trendy restaurant near the pier has a very eclectic menu, with Sushi, steak, seafood and Italian dishes all in one place. A good drink menu including mocktails round up Moxies as a great dinner spot for a business dinner, drinks after work or a night out on the town. We ordered a seafood platter for the table, some other appetizers including potstickers and burrata. Both delicious. The seafood platter included clams, oysters, crab meat, lobster, marinated ahi tuna, and shrimp. Everything was fresh and delicious. For my entree I ordered the baby back ribs. They were delicious and falling off the bone tender. The mashed potatoes were good and the carrots and green beans were ok. A bit salty and nothing inspired or special as a side dish. Overall a good option to check out while in the Seaport area. Great services attentive servers and a good spot for large groups. Make sure to check your bill. Two items we ordered never arrived so we had to make sure they were taken off the bill. Other than that pretty good experience.

Bacon cheeseburger, fries and a draft Downeast cider
Rachel H.

We went to Moxie's before attending a concert at Leader Bank Pavilion. I think everyone there that evening was probably doing the same as it was a huge nor'easter and the rain was relentless. I ordered a bacon cheeseburger and fries and a Downeast cider. The cider was definitely the best part of my meal. The burger had very little taste and the fries were either really soggy or tiny and crispy. Not sure if I did something to annoy the kitchen, but it felt like I got the bottom of the barrel. :) The ambiance was buzzy and energetic lots of patrons sharing stories about prior concerts by the artist performing that night. Our server was kind but seemed a little overwhelmed- I had to ask for water refills and he came to ask how everything was before we'd taken a bite. The convenience was great, but the food was not great enough that I'd definitely return here before another concert.

Steak with crab cake and potatos
Muriel D.

Went to Moxies for a friend's birthday. The ambiance inside was cute. It would be casual or a fancy spot depending on what you're going for. Our server was amazing. We were a large party but she was very patient and attentative. The food was underwhelming. Didn't have anything I would rave about. Was a bit disappointed with my meal and my friends felt similarl... notably one of my friends got a caesar salad that had lettuce that appeared to be a bit spoiled

Clam Chowder, Super Greens Salad, Mango Cart on tap, and Loaded Burger w/ Fries in the background.
David L.

Moxies is incredibly convenient for a meal and/or drinks prior to a concert at Leader Bank Pavilion, so we joined our fellow concert goers in this lively, energetic, modern space. While the location and space is great, our dining experience was mediocre. The house-made clam chowder has very good flavor, but it was incredibly salty with a thin broth for a chowder - it could have used more clams and potatoes. To go with the chowder, we shared the Super Greens salad. While I really enjoyed this salad, including the white balsamic vinaigrette, it seemed to be missing some key ingredients listed on the menu. There was no sign of any seeds or quinoa in the salad, and a sparse amount of avocado and strawberries. A good lettuce salad, but it didn't meet the hype of the description (or price $17). Similar to the salad, the menu description for the Loaded Cheeseburger simply didn't match what we received. The burger was supposed to have sautéed onions, but it had sliced raw red onion instead. "Loaded" feels like a setup for disappointment, as there was a scant amount of cheese and bacon on this dry burger patty. Despite not being particularly crispy, I liked the fresh cut French fries, which were mostly small pieces (~one inch) best eaten with a fork. Our server did a nice job, though may have been a bit overwhelmed. Our food arrived before we even received water or had silverware, which we had to request. Oh well. At least we were out of there on time to enjoy the concert across the street, which was awesome!

Brioche bites
Susan D.

Had the opportunity to try Moxie's poutine at the PoutineFest- it was my favorite. It was a cold day so we walked over to the restaurant to warm up. Great service-the manager was working at the PoutineFest- she pulled out her phone and made us a reservation on the fly. Nice. We shared the brioche bites-yummy! Recommended by the manager. I had a tasty hot bowl of clam chowder. Food and service were excellent. Our server was attentive but not intrusive as my friend and I chatted. It was 1245pm on a Sat- I was impressed that they had brunch plus their entire menu available. Menu is extensive. So many great options. Many mocktails plus down east cider on tap. Several large groups dining there. Space was comfy- bar had a number of TV's. We'll be back the next time we attend a concert in the Seaport.

Dine Out Boston Menu 2026
Alaina M.

Great location in Seaport, lots of indoor dining seating, bar seating, and an outdoor seating area. We first came for their restaurant week deal and have found ourselves coming back often. Friendly servers, allergy friendly, and great food. They are serving Sarti Sprtiz too Moxies has the absolute best roasted tomato and whipped garlic bruschetta I've had in Boston!! The second floor has a nice weather view and also becomes more of a bar vibe later at night that was good vibes.

Ella L.

This review is a tough one for me because I loved Moxies so much after our first visit that we had to go back a second time. Dinner was truly unbelievable. We were seated immediately, the atmosphere was cozy and inviting, and Sarah, our waitress, was top-notch--friendly, helpful, and genuinely delightful. We started with the Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts, which were so yummy. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed the Spicy Tuna Dynamite Roll and absolutely loved the Sticky Toffee Pudding for dessert. I had the Vegetarian Power Bowl, and it was one of those meals you remember long after the trip is over. Since Moxies was just a few steps from our hotel, we thought it would be the perfect place for lunch before heading back to Arizona. We were offered a table inside or on the second-floor patio, and we chose the patio. Maybe that was our mistake. From the moment we sat down, it felt like a completely different restaurant. The atmosphere was very casual, but unfortunately so was the service. Our waitress was forgetful, clueless, and at times borderline disrespectful. Our food arrived completely cold after apparently sitting for over 30 minutes, yet there was no acknowledgment of the delay--not even a simple apology. I honestly couldn't believe this was the same place we had raved about the night before. If I were reviewing only our dinner, this would be an easy 5 stars. But I can't ignore what happened the next day. Maybe we were just unlucky. Maybe the patio has a different rhythm than the dining room. I really don't know. I just wish our last memory before heading back to Arizona had been as wonderful as our first.

Kids chicken nuggets with an up charge of truffle fries
Lindsay G.

Came early on a Friday night with my 2 kids after researching family friendly restaurants near my hotel, wanted to try someplace I hadn't been before. Their menu online looked great and we were able to walk in with no reservations early on a Friday night, although they were starting to fill up more as we left. The crab cake was delish & my baby devoured most of it. The salmon salad was tasty but the salmon itself was very salty, salt was literally all I could taste. The lettuce was very crisp and fresh and everything else was good so I didn't feel the need to complain also with the consideration that the chef intended to make the salmon salty to pair with the rest of the dish. The vibe was nice, a bit elevated. My server Michael was great! I would definitely order the crab cake again and try many other items on the menu that all looked superb. Thanks Moxies!

Nicole N.

We stopped by Moxies for dinner and drinks Saturday night and ended up sitting outside since it was so nice out. They were able to accommodate our party of 8. I'm a big fan of lychee martinis, but felt theirs was too sweet for me. I ordered the Caesar salad and a cup of clam chowder. The bread that came with the salad was slightly burnt. The chowder was thicker than your usual clam chowder and had a lot of potatoes in it.

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Stephanie P.

If you're in the area, give it a try the music was good and the service was amazing Only got the nachos and they were very good

Dana G.

I really enjoyed the tuna crispy rice- though I wish it had been spicy. I was there during happy hour so got a few oysters - they took a while to come out but were super fresh and tasty! I had a mocktail aperol spritz which was excellent- very balanced and so close to the real thing! I was there during fall ship week and sat at the bar and though it was very busy the bartenders were attentive and friendly.

Monica M.

Hands down one of our favorite restaurants in the Seaport area. Cool vibes, good music, great food, fantastic service. What's not to love?? Every dish we had was so fresh and flavorful. Plus, presentation is on point. The Friday night vibe was so fun. Live DJ and fun crowd. We got to enjoy some people watching while we chowed down our food. And the table service was excellent! She made great recommendations like the yummy sweet and salty dessert that makes my mouth water just thinking about it. Don't miss this joint!

Neeka P.

Went to moxies for a birthday last night and the experience was subpar. Our waitress was great but the kitchen was extremely backed up and we didn't get our food for over an hour. They also took awhile to bring our drinks and we were outside upstairs but there were mice running around. The food was ok and they ended up comping our entire meal except our first round of drinks which was great but I'm not sure if I'd return.

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Does Moxies Boston allows pets on their patio?

yes

On OpenTable, what option do I select to request an outside table, preferably on the upper deck? Dining Room or Other? OT doesn't let me select patio tables. (This is for mid June, so there should be tables available).

Is it noisy?

The music was very loud

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The Sky Lounge & Rooftop Terrace - Sky Cabins 1+2

The Sky Lounge & Rooftop Terrace

3.1(54 reviews)
0.6 mi•Waterfront, South Boston
•$$

I won't lie, I didn't have high expectations for the food, but both my wife and I were pleasantly…read moresurprised. We rolled the dice on the lobster tacos, since the description sounded too good to pass up, and came out aces. The lobster seemed fresh to me, was cooked properly, and went well with the spicy chilies and acidic aioli. We also ordered the al pastor nachos, which were honestly better than most bar nachos around. The service was a little slow, but thats because there only seemed to be two staff members, including the one guy mixing drinks. Aka - mgmt fault, not the pleasant servers.

Summer's here so it's time to hit up the rooftop bars and enjoy the beautiful weather! Sky Lounge…read moreis located on the top floor of the Yotel Hotel. Once you get in, there's a small lounge area on the left and then a larger lounge area straight ahead where the bar is. They have small tables with couches and local artwork ond display. For their drinks, their mixed drinks are average, but they only had 3 beers on draft which was a disappointment. They do serve some bar food and snacks, but like the drinks they're overpriced. I've been here twice and there's usually a wait for the rooftop. Once on a Saturday I was quoted up to a 3 hour wait that was actually 45 minutes and on a Sunday it was a 15 minute wait. I put my name down and got a friendly text when my turn was up. The view is pretty good, but not the best since it's not by the water so it's mostly looking at the city and large apartment complexes. The rooftop is small with 4-5 tables, a TV, and some seats. It seems like they allow around 40 people in at a time. Overall, this a cool place to hang out with friends this summer!

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Flight Club Boston - Welcome to Flight Club Darts!

Flight Club Boston

4.1(142 reviews)
0.6 mi•Waterfront, South Boston
Full bar
Kitchen open late

Reserved 2 lanes for a large group (22 people) event and the service provided was amazing! The food…read moreand beverage package came with unlimited refills and dart gaming experience. Food was delicious and the venue is great for both small or large groups. Kelly and Carlos was amazing in providing our team of 22 people with a wonderful time. While food and drinks were great, the service they provided was top notch! Hopefully they can assist us again at our next visit.

Flight Club Boston is such a blast!!! My girlfriend and I went on a date here to play darts and…read morehave drinks and we had such a fun time! It is super well-priced at $15/person for 1.5 hours of gameplay which is more than enough for 2 people. They have a bunch of interactive dart games, including classic, and we were able to play all of them multiple times. Additionally, they have Rookie/Normal/Pro lines on the ground so you can choose where to stand and you don't have to be a professional dart player by any means to play these games. The staff is also super friendly. The only concern I had was that the staff wasn't super attentive to our dart table, so despite us clicking the request service button a few times, my girlfriend had to head to the bar to get our drinks and start a tab. My girlfriend's drink was not good either... it was a vodka mixed drink with a salt rim and it was just too salty. It would've been much better with a sugar rim I think. Other than that though, it was an amazing time and I'd highly recommend Flight Club for a date night, outing with friends, or corporate event!

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Lucky's Lounge

3.6(741 reviews)
0.6 mi•Waterfront, South Boston
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The Lucky Lounge absolutely nailed the speakeasy vibe. You walk down a set of stairs and the moment…read morethose doors open, you're greeted by this dark, moody space that already feels alive and buzzing with energy. The atmosphere was on point, and the music selection only made the experience better. Every song fit the vibe perfectly and added to that cool, hidden-gem feel. It happened to be trivia night, so people were already lining up near the screen getting ready to compete. We had only flown into the city a few hours earlier, so we opted to sit in the other room for a quieter evening. Not a complaint at all. The energy was fun to watch, but we were definitely in relaxation mode after traveling. There was also a conference happening at a nearby hotel, so the place filled up quickly. Even with the crowd, the bartender taking care of us remained incredibly attentive, checking in often and never making us feel forgotten. Excellent service in a busy room always stands out. We ordered three cocktails and every one was delicious. The Coconut Confidential was creamy and refreshing, basically a liquid piña colada. The Velvet Elvis packed a punch with the Jack Daniel's and Chambord. My favorite of the night was the Sassy Cactus Sip. The prickly pear flavor was fantastic and had me wishing I ordered a second. For food we shared the garlic broccoli, pretzel bites with cheese, and the artichoke dip with chips. Unexpectedly, the real MVP was dipping the broccoli into the artichoke dip. It absolutely hit the spot.

Didn't have food but did have drinks at the bar. Two pumpkin beers and a rhubarb margarita…read more Margarita was amazing. Nice to sit and talk to the bartenders. Nice to listen to live music. Would definitely go back.

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Grace By Nia - Crab Cakes

Grace By Nia

3.6(269 reviews)
0.6 mi•Waterfront, South Boston

Yelpies! Sunday…read morebrunch at Grace by Nia was AMAZING! The French toast bites, pancakes, bacon, and Island Empanadas were all delicious. I also loved the peach iced tea, and hubby thoroughly enjoyed his chicken and waffles! We came with a party of 9 to celebrate a birthday, and brunch was a great experience. The food was enjoyable, and I was happy to have a much better experience this time around. Now, if you remember my previous experience with dinner, you know that it left me feeling a little hesitant about returning. Let's just say that dinner had me questioning whether I would come back. But brunch? Brunch showed me that maybe I shouldn't give up just yet! Maybe one day I'll give dinner another try, but baby steps! For now, Sunday brunch gets my love!

Such a cute little spot with great vibes! I came here on a Friday night with my sisters and…read morefriends, and we had a really fun time. The atmosphere was moody and intimate, with live music that made the experience even better. The band even got me involved in their karaoke session, which was such a fun touch! We had already eaten before arriving, so we only came for drinks. My French 75 was delicious! I've heard mixed reviews about the food, so while I'd be open to trying it on my next visit, I wouldn't necessarily make this my first choice for dinner. For me, the real appeal is the live entertainment, cocktails, and overall ambiance. Definitely a cute spot for a night out!

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Committee - Poikilia Kreaton

Committee

3.9(986 reviews)
0.6 mi•Waterfront, South Boston
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I came here last night with my friend after an event in the Seaport area. We went around 8:30 pm…read morewhich meant street parking was free and thankfully we found one around the corner a few feet away. They do offer outdoor seating but given that it was slightly drizzling and extremely windy, we stayed inside. We sat at the bar and I ordered Nick's world famous cocktail ($18) while she ordered the afterglow ($20). Nick's was a little thick and almost had the consistency of a puree. It was not too strong or sweet but still fruity tasting. Instead of a garnish, there was a picture of a Nick clothe pinned to the side. We weren't too hungry, so we ordered a couple of small plates: the tuna tartare and the feta 2.0. This place is actually perfect for snacking / light meals since their menu is a modern take on "Meze," or small shareable plates (think tapas). The tuna tartare was incredible. The fish, cucumbers and tomatoes tasted very fresh, but the star of the show was definitely the sauce which I think was a mixture of ponzu, togarashi, and cilantro tzatziki. It was spicy, but slightly creamy, but very herby and light. I loved that the pita chips were crispy; they paired well with the dish and they brought out a good ratio of chips to tartare. The feta cheese was also good. It was wrapped in crispy phyllo and topped with honey and sesame seeds. The honey provided a slight sweetness but not enough to overpower the salty and sharp taste of the fresh feta. This plate does not come with anything which was kind of odd so we asked for pita on the side. I wish we had asked for warm pita, or baked pita because it was a little dry. I was impressed with the flavors and quality of each dish as well as the attention of the servers and staff. There's a relaxed vibe as the lights are dim and interior design is classy.

The food was great. Bigger portions than we initially thought! The server told us to order 2-3 per…read moreperson... either we misunderstood her or other people have larger appetites. Not a vegan friendly restaurant. One of us is vegan so I called ahead and asked if they had any vegan options. They said yes, and that the server would help us pick out items. The server did not help at all and was not willing to make substitutions, etc. Ambiance was cool. If you're going in the summertime around the evening, it's fun to sit outside!

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Empire

Empire

3.2(760 reviews)
0.6 mi•Waterfront, South Boston
•$$$

Turns out that on Tuesdays they have $25 all you can eat sushi and man oh man was I able to take…read moreadvantage of this amazing deal! If you love sushi or like me want to get into sushi this was a wonderful experience for me to try a variety of sushi and I ended up liking soooo much more than before! Definitely recommend getting their crispy rice crab and salmon sushi as it was absolutely delicious! I really want to go back and get a whole roll of it! The pineapple drink was very interesting as there was a very cool presentation and it tasted great. As for service, they were very approachable and I definitely recommend getting a reservation as it gets packed here pretty quickly. Also, you can always just get a high top seat if you aren't able to get a reservation.

Empire Boston: Amazing Food, Frustrating Service & a Birthday Plot Twist!…read more While visiting my sister in Boston, she treated me to a belated birthday dinner at Empire. I'd checked the Yelp reviews beforehand and wasn't impressed, but it was too late to cancel our reservation. Little did I know, the evening would turn into a whole production -- literally! Let's start with the service because WHEW! We changed our reservation from 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. and received confirmation, only to arrive and be told we were late. Despite showing proof, the hostess said she couldn't see the change and offered us seats in the bar lounge, warning we'd need to eat quickly because the tables would be removed at 10 p.m. for their late-night party. After waiting nearly 10 minutes without service, I spoke to the hostess, who suddenly found us a proper dining table. Great! Except we waited ANOTHER 10 minutes for our server. Thankfully, a barback brought us water. Small victories! Now, the food? THAT was the saving grace! My sister ordered a Lychee Martini, while I went with the Pink Lotus, which was STRONG and much appreciated after that seating debacle! For appetizers, we enjoyed the Wagyu Truffle Gyoza and Blackened Tuna with crispy sushi rice. Both were delicious! For entrées, we shared the Sriracha Buttermilk Chicken with truffled potatoes and Drunken Noodles loaded with shrimp, scallops, and calamari. We also added garlic bok choy because what's dinner without a green vegetable? Everything was absolutely wonderful! The flavors, presentation, and execution were excellent. Honestly, the food earned Empire an additional Yelp star despite the rocky start. Then came the birthday plot twist! By 10 p.m., the restaurant was transitioning into its late-night party scene. The music was getting louder, the crowd was growing, and I was ready to GO! We noticed staff singing and carrying birthday signs to other tables. When our server offered dessert, I quickly declined. After a suspiciously short bathroom trip by my sister, the birthday singing started AGAIN. I told her, "Let's pay and GO!" Except this time, the singing and flashing lights stopped RIGHT AT OUR TABLE! I turned around to see a giant birthday sign with MY NAME and an elaborate dessert platter! My sister had arranged the entire surprise in advance, which explained why canceling wasn't an option. The complimentary platter featured Triple Chocolate Cake, Fried Ice Cream Sundae, and Coconut Flaming Baked Alaska. Everything was delicious, and we took most of it home for my brother-in-law. Despite the frustrating evening, the birthday presentation was beautiful and incredibly thoughtful. Final verdict? Great food, beautiful surprise, but disappointing service. Our server was pleasant and doing his best while juggling several large groups, but the overall experience was poorly managed. Between the reservation confusion, seating issues, long waits, and pressure to finish before the late-night party, it simply wasn't the upscale experience I'd expect at these prices. Empire delivered on the food and birthday celebration, but the service and overall value fell short. Would I return? No, thanks! But shoutout to my sister for pulling off such a thoughtful surprise despite the chaos. She understood the assignment, even if Empire didn't quite deliver on theirs!

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