I love to a lobster roll/sandwich every time I go to Boston and this trip was no different. While a…read morelittle out of the way, this place delivered! You order in the back and go find a seat. They bring it out when your order is ready. There indoor and outdoor seating which is nice especially in colder weather (which is when I came) to shield from the wind. I ordered the lobster sandwich ($32.95) which came with a bag of chips and it was very well filled and tasty. The seasoning was on point and didn't have too much mayo which highlighted the freshness of the lobster itself. I would definitely love to come back when lobster is in season for an even sweeter bite!

Came by for lunch the other day and it was a mediocre experience. Alive and Kicking Lobsters is…read moretucked away on an empty lot with a portable toilet, a random indoor dining area with unpainted walls and ceilings, along with a counter to order food. Opted for the lobster sandwich and corn on the cobb for lunch. Ordering was done at the counter and they take credit cards. Food was brought out to the table. The lobster sandwich was ok. Unlike typical lobster sandwiches that are served on a roll, this one was served between two slices of lukewarm toast. There was plenty of lobster inside. The corn on the cobb was ok. It was served with butter and I felt the corn was a touch lacking on flavor, maybe a pinch of salt? My dining companions opted for a pair of cooked lobsters that were served whole. As eating them proved challenging, staff came by to deshell the creatures for consumption! ~$50/head after tax and gratuity for lunch

There should be lines out the door. In an area renown for seafood - there gentle twists make all…read morethe difference. Typically loving the bivalve in its pure state - their trio of squeeze bottle sauces are the kick. Go now.

Awesome service, and you can't go wrong with half price oysters (5pm-6pm). We made a reservation…read morefor two on a cold Friday night, and it was great to enter a cozy and warm atmosphere. Our server was super friendly and was willing to provide small samples of wine to help our decision-making - 5/5 service. The shrimp toast was great and I honestly could have downed three of those, but we had to save room for their burger and fries. Would definitely come back here!

We loved this place! It feels like they're doing classic seafood dishes - crab fritters, lobster…read morerolls, fried calamari, you're not getting any surprises on the menu - but they just execute all of them really, really well. That's a nice thing to do. also, we often just order a bunch of appetizers and ask them to space it out sort of tapas-style, and restaurants never, ever manage it - it's fine, it's a lot to ask, we don't really expect it to work - but these guys actually did it, which was nice. Good cocktails too!

This place is really nice with a casually chic fisherman vibe. The fish and chips were the best…read moreI've had in Boston and the beet salad was delicious. The lobster bisque was just OK. I should've gotten the chowder. My son doesn't like seafood, so he ordered the hamburger which he said was really good as well. Service was great

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!

Sail me to the moon with the Clam Chowder they make here!…read more Our first stop on a food tour, we came in for the legendary Clam Chowder. It was an absolute treat to say the least. Thickest, most seasoned, and most delicious Clam Chowder I've ever had. I wanted a second one but knew we had more on our tour to enjoy so I had to resist. In one of my photos attached, the spoon stands straight up in the mug! Incredible! The other food getting served around us looked great too. Definitely adding this to our "come back to" list when we visit Boston again.

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

Celeste has been on my to-go list for forever and I'm so glad I finally visited! We made a…read morereservation for Friday evening and it was pretty busy, as every table was claimed. It's a small space with some street parking out front and even though it's small, it doesn't feel too cramped. The two of us ordered: - Shrimp and Mango Ceviche - Seared Scallops with Squid Ink Fettucine - Peruvian Style Shrimp Scampi with Rice - Peruvian Style Tuna Sashimi My favorites were definitely the squid ink fettucine with aji cream sauce and the shrimp and mango ceviche. After such flavorful small plates, the shrimp scampi was a bit forgettable. We also got drinks and the dulce de leche custard, which came with a little raspberry and blackberry. Service was efficient and friendly, and the food came out relatively quickly. Celeste is on the pricier side, but it's worth it for such a delicious and unique meal.

I've been wanting to try Celeste for years and I finally got to try it over the weekend. Celeste is…read moretiny - there's only a handful of tables and they have an open kitchen. The service was great and the staff was really attentive. The food was pretty good as well - my favorite thing was the mix seafood ceviche. The seafood was really fresh and the flavors wee well balanced. Some of the foods were a little too rich for me - I was only able to take one or two bites of it before I started feeling really full. Overall, I would come back one day!

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.

I stopped into The Hollows at Teele Square and had a very good experience. This is a neighborhood…read morespot with a creative, eclectic menu that stands out from the usual options in the area. I had the American chop suey with bone marrow, which was a unique take and well executed. Not something you see often, and it worked. I also had the chocolate mousse for dessert, which was very good. I had a couple of IPAs with the meal, and the beer selection held up. Service was good throughout. Friendly, attentive, and well paced. The space has a good vibe with great music playing, which added to the experience. The bar which I sat at itself is large, but it does feel a little cramped. It could probably use a few fewer stools to open things up a bit. Overall, this is a solid and interesting spot in Teele Square. Good food, good drinks, and a place I would come back to.

I had been really excited to try to Hollows - at the same time, I was hiring a babysitter for a…read moredate night and didn't want to squander a rare night out. I'm happy to say the Hollows is fantastic and we can't wait to return. I was initially intrigued by the menu - for example, Caesar Cucumbers, Frisee Salad, Tripe, Octopus, Deviled Eggs, Chips and Queso, the Tagliatelle with Artichoke and Jalapeno - it was refreshing to see some unique dishes. The host and waitstaff are very hip - and also incredibly friendly! It was nice to feel like I was in a "cool" restaurant, but everyone was really kind. I love the space - an absolutely gorgeous and cozy indoor fireplace; we saw several solo diners seated at the fireplace with books and I'm tempted to return for a solo evening and sit by the fireplace myself. The bar area is great and very conducive to socializing. We sat in the main dining room, but I did notice they have a room off to the side; I'll file that away if I'm looking for a special occasion with a somewhat larger party. We ordered the Duxbury oysters (incredibly fresh and briny), deviled eggs (perfect paprika smokiness), chop suey, and phenomenal mussels steamed in green curry and mango (delicious and a nice kick of heat). I personally loved their $9 crisp prosecco on tap! We can't wait to return and try other items on the menu. I love that they source items locally - phenomenal gelato from Dragon Pizza and tea from MEM Tea in Davis Square. The owners stopped by various tables to check-in with customers and I believe I saw the chef out and about as well. It was honestly so refreshing to go out to a local restaurant with excellent vibes but also feel like the owners and staff are just genuinely really nice and aiming for customers to have a nice evening. I also think this is a great spot if you're looking for some solo dining, starting up conversations at the bar, or just date night or a family dinner. Highly recommend and we can't wait to return!