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Para Maria

3.8 (74 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Cuban breakfast sandwich
Dave F.

Usually I'm not a big fan of hotel food. Para Maria is an exception. I stopped by for breakfast while staying at the Envoy Hotel. I ordered the Cuban breakfast sandwich. The sandwich was one of those sandwiches where no words had to be spoken. It was built perfectly and the taste was fantastic. While I wanted to eat every single crumb, it was too much food for me. I loved it, though. The restaurant was pretty quiet during the morning hours. Even if I wasn't a guest at the hotel, I'd come back to eat here.

Whitney D.

This bar is in the lobby of the Envoy hotel in the seaport district of boston. They were having a little pop-up of women in sports and so they also have some theme drinks where some of the proceeds go towards a charity. My friend and I sat at the bar and it did take the bartenders a little while for them to come over and take our order and it was not when that busy. We got drinks to start. I had the Green legacy, which had Tito's, muddled cucumbers, simple syrup and lime juice. Garnished with a cucumber ribbon. I forgot what my friend had. And we both got the smash burgers that were surprisingly very tasty. They didn't ask how we would like it but it seemed to be cooked just the way I liked it.

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Matthew D.

Pleasantly surprised by this, I usually do not do dinners at the restaurants in hotels unless it's late night. We shared a few apps, cocktails and split a sandwich.. the food and service were amazing

Steak frites
Jessica M.

So this place was awful. The customer service was polite but not very attentive. There wasn't a lot of people there but a lot of staff and it just seemed it took forever to get things going. My steak was edible but I asked for medium that was well done. The food is under seasoned and not very good. The shrimp and toast is an entree but is more like an appetizer. Tbh we got a 30 credit for staying her and it wasn't even salvageable.

Sam S.

Para Maria is located on sleeper Street on the first floor of envoy hotel, great hotel with beautiful views of Boston. The food was lackluster. The shrimp was swimming in a bath of oil and very salty and the amount of guac they gave you was definitely not enough for the chips. I think they could do much better.

Grilled Corn Ribs
Cara P.

Para Maria in Boston's Seaport District is a very cool spot in a great location. The vibe felt upscale, but not pretentious, and the staff and servers were very friendly and inviting. I visited late on a Friday night with a girlfriend, and it really was the perfect atmosphere to sit and chat over a glass of wine. However, I thought the food was just fine. I ordered the Pork Katsu Sandwich and my friend ordered the guacamole and grilled corn ribs. My sandwich was very tasty and the flavors were good, but the pork itself was hard as a rock! As soon as I picked it up, I could feel through the bread how overcooked the pork katsu was. It was so dry and felt like biting into a slab of cement. Although I was really disappointed in the execution of the entree, I still had a pleasant overall experience. This would not be my first choice of restaurant when visiting Boston, but if you're looking to sit and catch up with a friend over drinks, then Para Maria could be the spot for you.

Smashed avocado (no seasonings at all or flavor)
Felipe S.

Okay guacamole, lack on flavor or season on both food or drinks , sat at the bar first, bartender greet us with "hey" and dropped just drink menus , no water , no asking if we wanted food, asked to be moved to a table, Sofia the server didn't care at all to check on us at all the whole time we were there, or check how our food was (probably understaffed) hard shrimp with a supposed mango aguachile that tasted like tap water with color , unsalted corn ribs. good spot if all you want is a beer or a glass of wine after work . Not good for a dinner or lunch date .

Cool bar
Anthony B.

Arriving in Boston this evening I decided to low key it by having dinner at the hotel restaurant. The atmosphere is nice, opening up to the water (the bartender nicely offered to close the sliding doors leading to outdoor dining if it was chilly). I tried the tuna tartar and the mussels. Tuna passable, mussels good -flavorful with sausage bites and charred tomatoes. A few things seemed slightly off - the plating of the mussels and a cloth napkins that had a rancid smell. Not the best if I'm googling "why would a napkin smell rancid" during a meal. I would eat at the bar again (maybe sans napkin?) if I were staying at the hotel but would not go out of way to return.

Dej D.

Really good deal for dine out Boston. Would definitely come back. Every dish was delicious and flavorful and generous portion. The churros was outstanding also has filling something like hazelnut. I suprised thehouse was not busy.

Cocktails
Brooke C.

I went here for patio cocktails on a Wednesday evening and had a great time! I got the lychee drink and my boyfriend got the hibiscus drink. Both were great and well garnished. We also got the croquetas and those were tasty as well! Great outdoor drinking/snacking experience overall.

Patatas Bravas
Jillian B.

Went to Para Maria with my friends to share some snacks and a couple pitchers of sangria. It wasn't anything out of the ordinary but not a bad experience either. I'd say my favorite items were the croquettes and the taquitos. Service was friendly and quick, and there are plenty of larger tables so good for groups.

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Great food, service and ambiance. Food is is delicately prepared and served with good hospitality.

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The food is unbelievably good here. Very nicely designed interior as well. Can be quiet or a bit louder depending on when you go.

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Anna and Christian are awesome. That damn espresso martini is delicious and I don't even like them.

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Ask the Community - Para Maria

Which items are FULLY gluten free on the menu for people with celiac disease? (This means that they are cooked in their own pots/oils /water and the counters are sanitized before mixing gluten & non-gluten, and there is no cross contamination)?

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Boqueria Seaport

Boqueria Seaport

4.0(188 reviews)
0.2 mi•Waterfront, South Boston
Full bar
Takes reservations

A vibey spot for tapas! My friend and I tried a few different ones and they were all pretty good,…read morealthough we noticed a couple of items were a bit overcooked/burnt, including the patatas bravas. That may be the way they're supposed to be served here but I didn't like that part. The service was super friendly and the food was brought out quickly. I loved that the staff were all wearing Spain jerseys to celebrate the World Cup win! One last thing I didn't like: there's a QR code at your table to pay your bill on your phone which is convenient, but they tack on a sneaky $2 platform fee if you use it, and it takes some extra effort to have your server actually bring you the bill to avoid that. Two bucks isn't a big deal but it's the principle! I'd rather put that amount towards the tip.

Seems like they have some operational issues. Came in at 5:45pm on a Tuesday night and ordered 7…read moreitems off their tapas menu. After an hour we only received one, the patatas bravas. Thirty minutes more and we received our shishito peppers and Jamon croquettes. Finally after almost two hours we received the steak dish we ordered. Honestly the long wait for these small dishes had killed our appetite and we decided to cancel the rest of our orders and leave to eat somewhere else. Wouldn't recommend coming here if you're hungry. Good spot to sit and talk for hours

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Boqueria Seaport - Paella de Mariscos

Paella de Mariscos

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The Block At Woods Hill

The Block At Woods Hill

4.2(20 reviews)
0.3 mi•Waterfront, South Boston

To start, it was a beautiful evening in Seaport, the neighborhood was buzzing! I enamored with…read moreWoods Hill P4, and The Block hits it. I sat at bar in front of the kitchen, and every plate coming out looked beautiful. I had only a couple of plates, the caviar potato puffs, roasted artichoke, and the pate...all wonderful especially the pate! The chef sent over the zucchini and kale salad with Goddess dressing, so flavorful and fresh. The beauty of the flavors of the dishes all complement each other other, nothing overwhelms. Can't wait to return to try more!

We made reservations for a Saturday night dinner for our anniversary. It wasn't a full house but…read morestill consistently busy. The venue was different, had a couple large tables and many small ones. Restaurant size was small for seaport location. They have outside tables but it was too cold to dine out. It's a Farm to Table concept restaurant, food is very fresh. Food didn't knock our socks off but it wasn't disappointing. We had the pork tots, the crispy cauliflower, beef carpaccio, the focaccia, and the grass fed steak for 2. Pork tots: first bite was Devine, but as it cools down, there becomes bits that gets stuck to your teeth Beef carpaccio: super thin slices, the dressing was good Crispy cauliflower: yummy, loved the dill Focaccia: recommended by the server, was good and served with homemade lard whip, the whip wasn't our cup of tea Grass fed beef: yummy but not enough for 2 For dessert, server sent over coconut sorbet that was probably the best item we had all night. It was delicious. The coconut was prominent. Wine: be warned because I ordered a glass of Cabernet blend, but during the tasting I could tell right away it wasn't a Cabernet. When the server looked at the bottle after my comment, turns out it was 70% Merlot. I would go back for the service, atmosphere and light eats. This is not a place to go if you are extremely hungry!

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The Block At Woods Hill - Beef short rib and swordfish

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Fox & The Knife - Tagliatelle Bolognese (back) and spaghetti with clams (front)

Fox & The Knife

4.3(628 reviews)
0.9 mi•South Boston
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Loved our experience at Fox & the Knife! The vibes were fantastic, the food was delicious, and…read moreeverything felt warm and welcoming. We enjoyed the homemade ricotta and focaccia, plus both the vegetarian pasta and bolognese; all excellent. A special shoutout to Alyssa behind the bar, who was absolutely awesome! She made the experience even better with her friendly, attentive service and great energy. Definitely a must-visit in Boston!

We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Fox & The Knife. We visited on a Friday and the place…read morewas packed, so reservations are definitely recommended. For the quality of the food, we thought the prices were incredibly fair, and when you factor in the location, it's a real winner. We loved the ambiance too; it reminded me of the cozy little Italian restaurants in Rome. We started with the focaccia, which was to die for, and the house-made ricotta, also delicious. For pasta, we had the ravioli stuffed with Jonah crab and codfish, and it was one of the best pastas I've ever had. Our waiter mentioned people usually shy away from it and go for safer choices, but I cannot recommend it enough. We also had the tagliatelle bolognese and the pork Milanese, both incredible. We split everything, which was truly the way to do it. We ordered too much in retrospect, but everything was so good that we have zero regrets. Service was great and the wine list was impressive.

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Fox & The Knife - Endive salad

Endive salad

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Chicken liver mousse

Krasi - Halloumi (grilled halloumi, watermelon, basil, dried kalamata, fig balsamic)

Krasi

4.6(593 reviews)
1.8 mi•Back Bay
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A very popular, long-established Greek restaurant in Boston. Last time I walked in and was told…read morethere would be a two-hour wait, but this time I made a reservation and finally got to enjoy a delicious meal! Tiropita Rolls: Very straightforwardly delicious. The bread was warm, soft, and airy, with a rich aroma of butter and cheese; the spread was a rich blend of honey butter, and olives, sweet and delicious, perfect as an appetizer. Tzatziki: A slight disappointment. The cucumber and Greek yogurt spread was surprisingly heavy, a bit cloying, and the pickled kumquats weren't as sweet as I expected, but rather had a slightly bitter taste. The pita bread was thick and soft, probably better suited for dipping in soup--like Bourdeto--than for the spread. Bourdeto: The tomato fish soup was a pleasant surprise. The freshly caught grouper of the day was thick and tender, lightly seared to create a crispy crust. The broth was a vibrant, tangy tomato base, with onions, fennels, and red peppers contributing a sweet, layered flavor. Trahanas, fermented wheat and dairy, added richness and a smooth texture to the soup. The broth also had a slight spiciness, making it incredibly comforting on a chilly autumn day. Portokalopita: The dessert that elevated the entire meal. A traditional Greek orange phyllo, the cake, made from crumbs of phyllo pastry, becomes incredibly soft and moist after being soaked in orange syrup. Every bite was bursting with rich orange sweetness and fragrance, followed by a slightly bitter orange zest--perfectly balanced. Paired with Manouri cheese ice cream, the creamy flavor was incredibly rich and creamy, creating a harmonious and layered flavor profile.

Krasi is a classic, high-end Greek restaurant with an excellent food and drink selection. It was a…read moregreat choice to catch up with friends and celebrate after a difficult med school exam! We chose to sit outside; it was a chilly fall evening when we went last year, but we got some lap blankets which was a nice touch, so brownie points for service. My friend and I split the pastitsio (meat pasta dish), kotopoulo (a chicken dish), louza charcuterie, and tiropita (halloumi rolls). The rolls were stuffed with halloumi and were dense in the best way possible. Coupled with the louza charcuterie, the appetizers were a hit. The two entrees were small but mighty - they were packed with rich meats but also featured microgreens, herbs, and other tangy, bold flavors that really balanced the dishes. We got some glasses of Greek orange wine that I can't remember the name of but it paired excellently with the food per our waitress's recommendation. Overall, a solid Greek option if you're in Back Bay! But definitely make a reservation if you can.

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Krasi - Giouvetsi

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Krasi - Dips (tzatziki, kopanisti, taramosalata, sourdough)

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