Had the pleasure of descending upon Bootleg Special with a chaotic post-conference crew of 11…read morehungry adults, which is basically the restaurant equivalent of a small natural disaster, and somehow they handled it like absolute pros. First off: the food was outstanding. The kind of meal where everyone at the table were all raving about their food. Everything came out hot, flavorful, and fast considering the size of our group. Second: the staff deserves a medal. Not only were they friendly and efficient, but they also went above and beyond splitting checks for all 11 people individually without making us feel like we'd committed a felony. Anyone who has ever dined with a large group knows this alone is a five-star act of heroism. The ambiance was fun, energetic, and just the right amount of spunky. It felt lively without being overwhelming, the kind of place where you immediately relax and accidentally stay longer than planned. And finally, the soundtrack. Whoever was running the music understood the assignment. Absolute bangers all night. At one point I genuinely wasn't sure whether I was there for dinner or about to break out into dance. Fantastic food, great vibes, awesome service, and a team that clearly knows how to handle groups without breaking a sweat. Would absolutely come back.

I went here super hyped about this place because I wanted the SOUFFLÉ but unfortunately I missed it…read moreby 1hr. They only do em till 3pm lol :(... Super nice place great decor. Friendly and courteous staff. I ended up getting the beignets with chocolate ice cream they wer alright nothing special special but still had a good time here.

This was the first food spot traveling to Boston and my family and I were excited to try this spot…read moresince we planned our trip. Amongst the many places we searched this was where we wanted to go first. We got here around 1 pm and there was a good amount of seating available. The New Orleans inspired theme and music made this place such a good vibe to eat at. We had the gumbo, fish and chips, and beignets to share. The gumbo was a first time for us and it was extremely tasty, the mix of soft and savory chicken with a spicy soft yet tender pork sausage mixed with rice was amazing. The fish and chips were great as well but having the beignets at the end was truly the best finish to this fine experience.

A friend and I ended up French Quarter and it was a mixed review…read more Starting with the drinks, we both love a craft cocktail and they did not disappoint. Pictured and consumed is the Tajin Tango - El Jimador Tequilla, guave, lime and orange - highly recommend I wish I could say the same about the meal. First, the good... my dinner partner had the shrimp and grits and enjoyed the meal. Okay, that was the good! For me, I ordered the French Quarter burger with onion rings. The burger was lacking flavor. It was supposed to be dusted with creole, which could not be detected. The onions on the burger were way over cooked and had zero flavor. The scallion aioli saved the burger to add some flavor. The onion rings were overly greasy and most of them were soggy. I will chalk my experience as a bad night for the French Quarter, but I weighed out my dinner mates meal, with a good drink, and a bad meal to give them three stars.

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!

It was an surprisingly good experience. Even located in a busy mall, you have there the feeling of…read morea cozy place. Very neat and clean. Also the host welcome you like they really know and care for you. It was my very first time and is not going to be tha last. I was between eating times and I went there for just a jambalajua soup and a shot of tequila. Everything so tasty and a smooth service where you feel being appreciated and in your own world at the same time. Coincidentally the owner, (John if I am not mistaken) brought the bill to me and after a short chat he wanted "to be in the house". You cant find everywhere such a behavior. Makes you feel you find in the middle of a very competitive bussines, a place that make you feel home.

This hidden gem is located right at Braintree Mall. Cap't Loui, founded in 2016, has quickly…read moreexpanded to 25 locations across 10 states. They offer high quality seafood boils at affordable prices, with weekly specials like Tuesday's $1 oysters and Wednesday's $1 wings some of the best, especially the lemon pepper ones! The ambiance is cozy, and the staff is attentive and friendly. The restaurant is clean and surprisingly spacious once you see the back. The food consistently earns a 10/10 in my book. I love their crawfish, which are a good size and juicy, and as a shrimp lover, I especially enjoy the shrimp. Adding broccoli to the broth not only enhances the flavor, but it also adds good texture, and the garlic noodles are fantastic. I always dip mine in a broth, which gives it a little spice kick. Their drinks, made with good quality liquor, are also excellent. I enjoyed a passion fruit cocktail that tasted amazing and was perfectly balanced. If you're shopping at Braintree Mall, stop by for a great meal. You won't regret it, I promise!

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.

Love Love Love this…read moreplace!! Have been here a bunch and every meal is fantastic, such a nice date night kind of vibe and the staff are always so friendly

I wish I took more photos but wow the food was amazing!!!…read more The drinks were top tier, and well crafted. We started with a dozen oysters for an appetizer. The whole menu is tapas style so definitely order a couple and try it all. We got the fried chicken thighs, the steak frites, and the AMAZING honey biscuits. Honestly I wish we tried more so we will definitely be back. It was kind of loud, and not shocking for Boston, but kind of tight. The only thing I have to say is that the bartender wasn't that attentive.

If you're craving seafood, this is a great place to visit. Even if you live a little farther away,…read morethe drive is definitely worth it. We arrived around 6:30 PM and had to wait about 30 minutes for a table. Our waiter mentioned that wait times are typically longer during the summer months. The good news is that there are several shops nearby, so you can easily spend the time browsing while you wait. The service was excellent--our waiter was attentive and friendly throughout the meal. While the food is a bit pricey, the quality and flavor make it well worth it. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and will definitely be back again.

Me and the wife finally got a chance to come back to Capt Loui. Ever since we had a family, it's…read morebeen a little different with dining out haha Capt Loui will always have a spot in our hearts for seafood boil. This Stoneham location might be my favorite. Open and clean. Our waitress was friendly and nice. We always enjoyed Capt Loui. Their seafood boil sauce is unmatched. The flavor and the kick is amazing . Funnel cake with vanilla ice cream to end the meal is a must. My only complaint is... you only get one potato and one corn for the 3lb option. I feel like it should be a potato and a corn every pound. Just my opinion.

Yummy! Garlic noods were like lo mein more than pasta but tasty, a lil salty. Seafood was more…read morefresh than Capt Loui imo and sauces were yummy! Drinks delicious hehe. Clam chowder was also salty but yummy and had so much clam in it, great value! Wings were fresh fresh from the fryer, dittos for the Cajun fries. Our server Dan had PHENOMENAL service, literally amazing, best guy ever. Casual ambiance, tough parking but public lot nearby 7min walk away. Yum yum would do again!

The flavor is good but we ordered a bag with sausage and egg and they forgot to give us our egg :((…read more The restaurant was empty except 2 tables when we came too so I am not sure how they messed that up.

The food was so good The service and ambience were amazing…read more I haven't been there ever but I like it

I ordered 2 LBS of snow crab, blue crabs, and shrimp for takeout so I can't speak for service aside…read morefrom how the owner seems to lacks accountability and customer service in their responses to past reviews. (Someone said they were rude, so the owner admitted to not knowing who said this but still called them rude back.) It made me laugh, at least. Aside from that, the Cajun Spicy with medium spice level. It tasted like straight butter with a dash of cajun. Butter makes everything good, but I was disappointed by the significant lack of flavor. Snow crabs were decent, but the blue crabs were horrendous. You can tell it's been frozen too long because the shell just crumbles into tiny pieces with me barely pinching it , making it difficult to eat, and the meat was so rubbery and dry. It felt like I was chewing on beef jerky. Shrimps were not fresh. Overall, too many good options in the area. I don't see myself ordering or coming back.

got their seafood boil, garlic noodles, and the lobster roll…read more honestly their lobster roll is phenomenal. i like that they toast and butter the bread, so good. i would go back just to eat their lobster roll again. everything else was alright, seafood was fresh and service was good too.

Low-key, casual spot to get your seafood fix on, big time! Portion size is ridiculously large and…read morefabulously good! Note you the dining room is upstairs. There may be an elevator, but I didn't see one. We sat down immediately, and our host/server was on top of several tables with great service. The seafood boils are great as was the fried shrimp platter.