A Boston must-try, Neptune's is a tiny restaurant (like, 20-25 people max seating) that will very…read morelikely have a line when you arrive. Unless you wanna wait an hour or so, it's best to arrive 30min before they open to beat the rush. It's incredibly cramped and rushed inside, and you may need to share a table with others if you're a smaller party. Food is quite pricey but well worth it. We ordered the oysters (they've got a variety so you can choose), clam chowder, lobster roll, cioppino, and johnnycake. Oysters were fine, but the clam chowder was absolutely dismal. Not sure what happened, especially since it's so highly rated, but it was extremely watery and almost completely unseasoned. It could've definitely used salt at the very least. If I didn't know it was from Neptune, I'd have given it a 2/10. To my relief, the lobster roll was the total opposite. Succulent, juicy, heavenly. It was like being in Maine. The cioppino was also very good. The Johnnycake was an interesting but fun way to end the meal. It's a sweet pancake-like cornmeal covered in a syrupy glaze and topped with smoked bluefish paste, crème fraiche and caviar. I've never had anything like it. Nothing was super overpriced, but I personally prefer next door (Paulini's), which is much cheaper and while it isn't as good, it also doesn't require waiting in an hour in line. However, I think Neptune's is definitely worth a try as long as you're willing to wait in line.

Ambiance: good ambiance pretty spacious they can fit bigger parties like 5. I would expect bar…read moretable if you are a small table. Service: the service was good and fast Food $$: they are known for the oysters and lobster rolls. There was a long line for it but worth Audience: Solo Trip [X] Family Friendly [ X] Friends [X] Date Spot [X] Recommendations/tips: go right when it opens

I've been here several times now and The Daily Catch never disappoints. Love the food, great…read moreservice, and amazing vibes! I always will recommend their special that's sharable for two while my partner lives the black squid ink pasta. Either is a great choice though and we honestly get both despite it being way too much food every time. Calamari is solid too and everything tastes great. We always come right at open to avoid waiting given the small restaurant space, but it's always worth it. Just be warned they're also cash only as well!

Food: 5/5 - Black (squid ink) pasta + calamari…read morerings/tentacles + white sauce - Black (squid ink) pasta + ground calamari + olive oil Extremely good! Ambiance: 5/5 Cozy and small. The kitchen is open and right there with a small number of tables. We walked in on a Tues for lunch, and they only had 1 table open out of maybe 15 two-seaters? You might have to sit with some strangers. :) Don't know if they take reservations, but a good idea if they do.

Food was amazing! My husband and I each got a warm buttery lobster roll. The service was…read moreoutstanding. I have a nut allergy and typically have anxiety when it comes to ordering at places I haven't eaten before. I told the serve of my allergy and she told me what I ordered should be safe, followed by the manager who was amazing and came to our table (unprompted by us) when he heard I had an nut allergy (from the waitress) and told me they would make sure it didn't come into contact with nuts. And 1/2 way through eating he came by just to check on us! The ambiance was amazing as well, huge windows and right on the water. I have never felt more safe with a food allergy, with such good food and an amazing atmosphere!

Long wait, but worth it. Located on the water with great views…read more Have to try the clam chowder. Absolutely delish. We had to try the Lobster roll since I am in New England. It was very good and packed with lobster claw meat. Comes with side of fries and Cole slaw. Finished off with the bread pudding. Not as big of a fan of this one.

Last stop before I went home and it was great. Went at 10 am and they serve the entire menu so you…read moredon't have to wait till 11. The roll is great, on the more expensive side but worth it. The place is small so I would grab food and enjoy at the park.

I was recommended to go to Pauli's for lobster rolls. I had previously tried a lobster roll out in…read moreWestborough, and I was genuinely disappointed. This place redeemed whatever it was I had in Framingham. The place is pretty small. I just ordered at the counter, and the person taking my order was super friendly. Wish I got their name for a shout-out. There's not a lot of seating in the establishment; it feels like the place is meant for a very quick meal. FOOD: I got a hot buttered lobster roll and it came with a side of chips. I actually ran into the owner while I was there, and he had explained that their lobster rolls are unique in the sense that they actually toss their lobster meat in a pan with butter. You can really taste it. Buttery lobster heaven. Would definitely come again if I'm back in Boston. I could probably eat ten of those hot buttered lobster rolls in one sitting and have no regrets.

Red's might serve the best fish sandwich in New England. The crispiness is crazy. It is a sandwich…read moreyou can only eat in all caps--CRUNCH. Beyond that, it's a super fresh, perfectly proportioned sandwich. And when you account for its emphasis on sustainability, it's the crunchiest, most delicious way to save the oceans. It's a new must for me when I hit Boston Public Market (the best food market in Boston for those in the know.... and also tourists like me who use Reddit and Yelp for food recs).

Located in Boston Public Market. A friend recommended the clam chowder here. It did not disappoint…read more Creamy but not too creamy and lots of clams. So good! We went on a Tuesday and took advantage of the Taco Tuesday deal - 2 fish tacos for $10! The fish was fried - not too greasy or heavy though - wrapped in two corn tortillas each with lettuce and sauce. Limes on the side. The order took a few minutes to be made, but it was worth it. Open seating throughout the market where there are lots of other food and other shops.

The BEST. Seriously you can't beat the quality and the price. Note that this is a take out only…read morespot, so if you're getting it be prepared to find a spot to eat (I personally like going to Columbus or langone park). I've been going here for years and it is consistently delicious. My favorites are the Tokyo roll, lady in red, spicy girl, pats roll, spicy tuna, volcano..ok pretty much everything is good. I order online and my food is always ready quickly and picking it up is a breeze. Since it's take out only it's never too crowded inside, so it's cool to see them prepare the rolls. Highly recommend, this place is the best. Beats any fancy sushi place

Food - 4 out of 5 Service - 5 out of 5…read more Ambiance - 2 out of 5 (but that's not really their fault, it's a takeout place only) This place is for sushi takeout only. It's a small shop so you have to wait outside but it's cheap and pretty quick so definitely would recommend if you want sushi takeout. I thought the rolls were pretty standard and nothing spectacular but for the pricing and easy service and pickup, would go again!

The food was amazing from the bread and oil mix to our meals !…read more It's a very busy fast paced place but everything is made to order and soo good

Always a family favorite when visitors come to town! The food is top notch, staff is always…read morewelcoming and the atmosphere being right on Hanover Street in the heart of the North End is everything you want it to be.

The Finch is attached to the Boxer hotel. It is a nice little space and we had breakfast there…read moreduring our stay. Our server was very good and the breakfast was simple but good. 3.5 Yelp stars

Great restaurant for a late snack and cocktails. We ordered some drinks and a few plates. The…read morechowda and clams tasted wonderful. The nachos were huge! Fries were delicious and my wings tasty. Didn't get a review on fish. Tge drinks were strong although I disagree with a margarita in a wine glass the Beautiful could knock your socks off! Service was friendly and efficient.

This evening I went to the Daily Catch, because the sail loft was over crowded. We walked into…read morethe place, never being there before, asked questions about the menu, and the staff was not aware or sure of anything. They had a waiter come over, and we asked for what we wanted, and the waiter made it seem like we could not afford it. (It was about steamed lobsters). The hostess said th were no availability at the tables we could sit at the bar. We went to sit at the bar, and this party of 5 came over, and they tried everything to move us from the bar, by there actions and there level of disrespect, and it was excepted. I got up from the bar, and I went to the manager, who said his name was Jack. He seemed like he cared, but for us. I felt we was judged from the door. We were a minority couple, maybe that was not what they wanted to see I'm not sure. The money was not the issue, it was the principal. It was not about a 25 dollar discount, on a over 200 bill. There was VIP, that cane in, and he was on top of my back. While we finally got a table. It was just to much. It was very unexceptable. We will never go back.

INTRO: Came here with a full group of colleagues from out of…read morestate, one of those company dinners where everything is covered and you just get to enjoy the experience. Safe to say, I was more than happy to be included in this one. SERVICE: For a busy Thursday night with a party of around 15, the staff handled things impressively well. Food came out in a timely manner, no confusion, no chaos. They were friendly, attentive, and actually knew the menu, offering solid recommendations without overcomplicating it. Managing a group that size is not easy, and they made it look smooth. AMBIANCE: This place leans more Boston bar energy than traditional fine dining, and that is part of the charm. It was packed, a little tight at times, but it felt alive. You are not coming here for quiet elegance, you are coming for the buzz, the movement, and that shared experience of a packed room enjoying great food together. FOOD: We went all in and ordered family-style, almost tapas style, sharing everything across the table. Squid ink pasta, black pasta, fried calamari, grilled octopus, dish after dish hitting the table. Everything was delicious, but what really stood out was the sauce. The broths, the richness, the depth of flavor, that is what stayed with me. I found myself talking about it mid-meal, and I was not the only one. At one point, people were practically trying to drink the sauce straight from the plate. That is when you know it is hitting on another level. You know you're doing a good job when you put much thought down to how you make your sauces and broths. I was impressed from both a top down and bottom up level of culinary experience. IMPRESSIONS: I need to come back here to on more sauces and broths.

i liked the tip tap room! good american restaurant with big windows to outside and some cool art…read more my veggie burger was $22 with cheese and i liked it even though it fell apart a bit. still tasted good! service was friendly and attentive. i felt like the atmosphere was cool and i would go back

I saw the steak tips listed as on Boston's list of best steak tips spots. I have tried others on…read morethe list and wanted to give Tip Tap room a try. I ordered a draft beer from a large selection of drafts and bottle, cans options. It was Jack Abbey beer... pint came 3/4 full as left a large head on beer and better for establishment pours 12-14 oz in a 16 oz glass.. Beer was warm... bad demerit again Ordered steak tips which came with three large tips on a bed of mashed potatoes, spinach . It had some sour hot nasty pepper garnish.. I wanted roasted red or green peppers with the tips instead. Steak tips were just ok and needed a marinate or side of a dipping bbq sauce or mushroom sauce or anything. Spinach, mashed potatoes needed more butter or garlic flavoring... fresh tasting but bland. Needs more steak tips too for the price tag. It was a nice bar vibe for drinks. The chicken wing lollipops I saw for an appetizer looked tasty. I left hungry for more steak tips and wanted a charcoal char on my tips . I wanted my spinach on the side with a garlic oil next to sone grilled oil drizzled roasted peppers . I don't consider these some of Boston best but certainly not the worst .