I have friends in Boston who have insisted that I get over to The Daily Catch in the North End…read more Oh. My. Word! This is one of those places that you remember forever. There are maybe five tables in the entire place, and you feel like you're sitting in the kitchen with the chef. A pro tip I've discovered is to arrive early for dinner--maybe around 4pm--to beat the long line that will grow outside. I cannot say enough about the freshness and quality of the food. Our group had a few small appetizers which were excellent, but the real treat was their daily swordfish special. I'm not quite sure how to describe it, other than "wow." So much flavor packed in this dish. Wine is served in regular plastic drink cups alongside fresh bread. You really do feel like you're sitting right in the middle of a great Italian kitchen. It should be noted that this is a cash-only establishment; so plan ahead. This spot is a Must Visit if you find yourself in Boston's North End.

We decided to do Brookline as North end typically is a PITA to find parking or else pay for a…read moregarage and walk across Hanover street. This location was easy to find parking along Harvard street at a meter. We arrived at their 4pm dinner open time and they said give them 10 minutes so we ended up at the new blank street location right next door. Once in and seated, our waitress was great! Marathon Monday vibes all around town. We took a seat in the window nook. My lady loves squid ink pasta and it's different than Japanese style (doesn't stain your teeth haha). We ordered + fried calamari + mussels siciliano + aglio olio We started with the complimentary bread, with olive oil, crushed red peppers and Parmesan! The calamari was next (my must order anywhere i go to taste). Light batter fried (didn't just fall apart thankfully) nice light and crispy. The squid was fresh, not cooked rubbery and tasted great with the marinara sauce (nice hint of spice). Now i wish the portion was a tad bigger but it was yummy. The mussels is the ladies go to, for an appetizer. It came out HOT, with a lemon white wine garlic sauce. Super tasty, mussels definite shine through without the sauce/broth overpowering the natural flavor of the mussel. She finished that up quick and i had a taste myself and agree with her assessment haha. And finally the Aglio Olio, squid ink pasta with minced squid and garlic. This was a perfectly balanced dish, came out HOT be careful of the pan. The pasta and squid just melted together so well. The caramelized butter/garlic with bits of minced squid just had you scraping the pan at the end to make sure you inhale them. Great meal for two. Very satisfied. (Give us another couple ounces of fried calamari and it'd be perfect!)

Just tried Holy Crab and it definitely lived up to the hype. The seafood boil was packed with…read moreflavor -- I went with the garlic butter/Cajun style sauce and it coated everything perfectly. I added pototoes and Corn. The Wings were great. It's a messy, hands-on experience (they give you bibs and gloves), but that's part of the fun. The portions were solid and the spice level had a nice kick without overpowering the flavor. I went very mild. If you like seafood boils with bold seasoning and a casual, fun atmosphere, Holy Crab is definitely worth checking out. I'll definitely be back. Be ready to look for parking. Service was great. Jacob was our server.

This was my first seafood boil experience and it was everything I imagined and more! Everything we…read moreordered was exceptional. We got the snow crab and shrimp in a spicy garlic butter sauce and it was perfect. We got fries and garlic noodles on the side that were good as well. We walked in and were able to grab a table immediately. Service was quick and easy. It was a great experience overall and we'll definitely be back!

Been here twice already! It's actually very good. Like the fried intestine fish a lot. The creamy…read morefish soup is also good. The eel dish is okay -- nothing special, but using the bones for the soul (pay extra) makes a delicious tofu soup dish.

2nd visit for Lunch Special…read more Seafood with mixed vegetables They know how to cook seafood So Good !

The flan, churrasco, and bandeja peñol were amazing !! Best flan I'ver had. Will definitely be backread more

meh undressed…read morewhitish salad w esp pale tomatoes, lord overfried plantains nice enough trout slab but not sufficiently (if at all) deboned, with an okay shroom sauce; if you get this, ask for the sauce to be on the side so you can pick through the bones on your own great service, good menu, looking forward to trying a second time

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!

Quality was consistent to other Boiling Crab chains. Ordered their blue crab roll which was loaded…read moregenerously and worth its price tag of $14. Ordered a pound of shrimp and a pound of crawfish with the whole shabang which were both boiled and seasoned well. Place gets really busy and they run weekdays deals. Our server, Val was great and made sure we had all we needed to have a nice dinner. Check-in for a free basket of Cajun fries!

Best value lobster place in Boston!! for 49 dollars, you get two whole lobster with clams, corn,…read moreand a side of butter. The lobsters are freshly steamed and so juicy. This is a much better deal than getting a lobster roll for 30+ dollars. The lobster is very easy to peal. There is only a portable bathroom here. It can get packed during rush hours.

There was so much food in Boston that I almost didn't have any room for lobster and clam chowder…read more However, you've got to try at least once and luckily I had some stomach ch room left to try the food here. I'm so glad my friend and I did! There was limited parking and the indoor order area is separate from the dining area. It's got the hole in the wall feels and it's not a lobster roll, but I would definitely recommend this place. The lobster was fresh and everything was delicious. The price wasn't bad either when you consider the price at more touristy establishments.

The best Italian food I've had in the Boston area!! And the best Alfredo I've ever had -- unlike a…read morelot of North End food that is too creamy and salty, this was light and the taste was complex and DIVINE. The owners and everyone working there were so kind, it was such a wonderful, local vibe in there. Very excited to return.

This is my secret hidden gem of an Italian restaurant located outside of the North End! Absolutely…read moreone of my favorite spots and whenever my friend visits from out of state, this is a must-go for him! Located in Brookline, Bottega di Capri is a cozy and quaint Italian spot. The food is absolutely delicious and clearly fresh. I got the Shrimp Scampi while my friend got the tortellini with cheese and added shrimp. Honestly, everything was so tasty and flavorful, plus the portions were huge for a terrific price! I was so excited for my leftovers the next day. They were super accommodating and provided great recommendations as well. The pasta sauces were incredible -- my friend ate the bread with the sauce and said it was heavenly. Major shoutout for the great service provided by Jimmy as well, he was so friendly and caring! It made this meal feel extra homey. (He even packaged my pasta to go for me to make sure I didn't spill on my dress I was wearing). Definitely recommend giving this spot a try and supporting a small business!

I've gone here twice and loved my meals and the service!…read more They seem to have very creative foods and fresh ingredients. I got some type of spinach pesto with bright rainbow cherry tomatoes and it was delciious. Seemed like the pasta was house made and it was excellent. Pretty pricey so I havne't gone back many times but when I did go it was enjoyable! Only con about ambiance was that their outdoor seating on the sidewalk is at a slant and they don't have anything to even it out so it kinda feels like you're tilting over the whole time.

Tables are close together so expect to hear others conversations. Food is delicious! Pastas are the…read moremust have at The Abbey.

Gotta love a Taiwanese restaurant! Got tons of food to share - sausage, fried chicken (MUST GET)…read moreand a beef noodle soup. Lovely service, nice decor - gets packed so make sure you get in early! Can't wait to come back again

I was craving some Taiwanese comfort food in Boston and a family friend recommended this place. It…read morewas honestly really nice just walking in and hearing familiar Taiwanese music playing. I got the wonton noodle soup and my dad got the salt and pepper pork chop rice. Both dishes were good, especially compared to other restaurants in Boston. The place seems family-owned and the staff was extremely friendly, which made me feel at home. I'll be coming back to try more of their menu, especially the popcorn chicken and drinks.

Will probably fly back out to Boston just to get Luke's again!! 10/10 you definitely need to try…read morethe seafood roll flight. The lobster roll flight looked enticing, but we decided on the seafood for variety: shrimp, crab & lobster. 1st bite was insane, the bread was buttery, crunchy, and the seafood had a great taste. Comes with chips + drink + pickle slice. We chose the blueberry soda, which was delicious too & plain sea salt chips to prevent it from changing the flavor of the seafood. We left and came back after 2hrs to get the full crab roll they also have a stamp card so make sure to ask for it!!

When in Boston, you need to try lobsters and clam chowder. This is conveniently located close to…read morethe mall and several hotels. The staff were professional and we got our food within a reasonable amount of time. Inside was clean and bright. My friend and I ordered the Lobster Roll Flight (comes with chips and a drink) and the Clam Chowder (8 oz). Everything was cooked well, but honestly it didn't stand out. It wasn't as fresh as another place I tried in Boston. Not a bad place, but I won't go out of my way...especially when I found out it's a chain with one near me.