Mare

Name: Mare
Address: 3 Mechanic St., Boston, MA, United States, 02113
Telephone: (617) 723-6273
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2912 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 43 times today

Lively
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Mare, Italian for ‘sea’ , has quickly become this city’s most acclaimed seafood restaurant with accolades such as “One of the Top 80 Tables in the World” by Conde Nast Traveler and “Go to List” Food & Wine.
Please visit our new location at 3 Mechanic St.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Oyster Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
Phone number
(617) 723-6273
Website
http://www.mareoysterbar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
3 Mechanic St., Boston, MA 02113
Area
North End
Cross Street
Hanover street
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

7-Spice Murray's Brick Chicken
7-spice marinated half chicken roasted "under the brick," mashed potatoes, asparagus
Alaskan King Salmon
roasted fennel & shallots, white bean purée
Grilled Swordfish
stewed white peans, tomato, braised kale
Prime Beef Tenderloin
double mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach

Dolci

Bricco's Signature Bread Pudding
Fig and dark chocolate
Homemade Sorbetto
Trio of flavors: lemon, mango, passionfruit

Capri Menu

Please choose from the following options to create your custom menu

Antipasto

Organic Field Greens
mix green salad, roasted pear, goat cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Mozzarella di Bufala Caprese
heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, basil, pesto
Steamed Mussels or Clams
Italian style, evoo, garlic, white wine, spicy

Primi

Mushroom Spaghetti
porcini cream, black truffles & spinach

Secondi

Pan Seared Salmon
white bean purée, roasted fennel and shallots, bagna cauda
7-Spice Murray's Brick Chicken 7-Spice
7-spice marinated half chicken roasted "under the brick," mashed potatoes, asparagus
Grilled Swordfish
stewed white beans, tomato, braised kale

Dolci

Mare's Signature Bread Pudding
Fig and dark chocolate
Mix Berries
Lemon sorbet, mint and honey

Hors D'Ouevres Menu

Passed Hors D'Ouevres

U10 Sea Scallops Wrapped In PancettaUS$42.00
Alaskan Crab CakesUS$38.00
tartar sauce
Tuna Tartare CrostiniUS$32.00
U4 Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$96.00
Mini Lobster Bites on CrostiniUS$36.00
Home Made Sausages and Peppers SpiediniUS$32.00
AranciniUS$28.00
With ground veal, sweet peas and scamorza. Requires 3 day notice when ordering
Bricco Style Meat BallsUS$28.00
lots of cheese, spicy tomato compote
Cajun Style Chicken SkewersUS$28.00
honey cayenne glaze
Prime Beef Teriyaki SkewersUS$42.00
Lamb LollipopsUS$72.00
balsamic glaze agrodolce
Potato Croquettes FlavoredUS$28.00
With crispy prosciutto and smoked scamorza cheese. Requires 3 day notice when ordering
Puff PastryUS$32.00
gorgonzola and mushrooms roulade lollipop
Vegetarian Sesame Spring RollsUS$28.00
Mini Eggplant ParmigianaUS$32.00
with pesto garnish
Antipasto SkewersUS$34.00
mortadella salami, grottino cheese, olive sauce
Bruschetta CrostiniUS$28.00
tomato, yellow & green pepper, goat cheese, balsamic

Raw Bar Menu

Raw Bar Additions

Littleneck Clams on the 1/2 ShellUS$2.99
Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$8.99
Chilled 1/2 LobsterUS$17.98
Crab CocktailUS$22.99
Lobster CocktailUS$24.99
Oysters on the 1/2 ShellUS$0.00
- MKTUS$0.00
Alaskan King CrabUS$0.00
- MKTUS$0.00
Mare Shellfish TowerUS$0.00
18 oysters, 6 clams, 6 shrimp cocktail, 1/2 chilled lobster, Alaskan King Crab
- MKTUS$0.00

What 2,912 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mare offers a delightful dining experience with its "fantastic food" and "attentive service." Known for its exquisite seafood, the restaurant features standout dishes like the "best Cacio e Pepe" and a variety of fresh oysters. The vibrant atmosphere and charming outdoor patio make it a North End favorite.

2,912 Reviews

M
Millie
New York City
43 reviews
3.0
43 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Honestly the food was good but not great which is what I expected from all the write ups and reviews. I had the black ink octopus pasta with clams. The pasta did not have the briny undertones that you expect with a blank ink pasta. That was disappointing. My husband had the lobster ravioli which he liked but wished the portion size was a bit bigger. The highlight was the surf and turf appetizer. Excellent! One of the best scallops I ever had.
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Susan
VIP
Philadelphia
164 reviews
5.0
164 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed Maré. Great Italian seafood place in the North End.
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Sara
VIP
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great pre-Bruins spot. Excellent seafood . Pricey but what isn’t?
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Melinda
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everyone was wonderful, the food and service was exceptional! Looking forward to the next time I visit. My husband loved the filet and I had the table side pasta.
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Richard
Washington DC
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service - very attentive, friendly, and professional. The food was fantastic, portions just right, and very unique. This is a must try for the North End.
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Julia
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic dinner! The oyster menu was top notch. Thank you for hosting my family for Christmas dinner.
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Peter
VIP
Greater Boston
71 reviews
5.0
71 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were here on Christmas Night. The restaurant was jammed and we had to wait 30 minutes for our table which was understandable given the holiday. The food more than made up for the inconvenience. We enjoyed oysters, fried clams, pasta and lobster rolls, all terrific! The staff are friendly and efficient. I highly recommend this restaurant for Italian/Seafood.
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Michael
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good food and service . Seated promptly, overall good value.
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Cynthia
Greater Boston
35 reviews
4.0
35 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Food and service were very good. Asked for sparkling and got still water. Loud thumping disco music on Christmas Day, not so enjoyable.
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gayle
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very interesting updated twists on food that was delicious.
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FAQs

Mare is rated 4.6 stars by 2912 OpenTable diners.

Mare does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 43 times today

3 Mechanic St., Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

Cross Street
Hanover street
Area
North End
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Oyster Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mareoysterbar.com/
Phone number
(617) 723-6273

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Mare

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Lobster Ravioli

Tableside 'Cacio e Pepe'

Maine Baked Stuffed Lobster

Amalfi Menu

Antipasto

Mozzarella di Bufala Caprese

Organic Field Greens

Primi

Gnocchetti Sorrentina

Secondi

7-Spice Murray's Brick Chicken

Alaskan King Salmon

Grilled Swordfish

Prime Beef Tenderloin

Dolci

Bricco's Signature Bread Pudding

Homemade Sorbetto

Capri Menu

Antipasto

Organic Field Greens

Mozzarella di Bufala Caprese

Steamed Mussels or Clams

Primi

Mushroom Spaghetti

Secondi

Pan Seared Salmon

7-Spice Murray's Brick Chicken 7-Spice

Grilled Swordfish

Dolci

Mare's Signature Bread Pudding

Mix Berries

Hors D'Ouevres Menu

Passed Hors D'Ouevres

U10 Sea Scallops Wrapped In PancettaUS$42.00

Alaskan Crab CakesUS$38.00

Tuna Tartare CrostiniUS$32.00

U4 Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$96.00

Mini Lobster Bites on CrostiniUS$36.00

Home Made Sausages and Peppers SpiediniUS$32.00

AranciniUS$28.00

Bricco Style Meat BallsUS$28.00

Cajun Style Chicken SkewersUS$28.00

Prime Beef Teriyaki SkewersUS$42.00

Lamb LollipopsUS$72.00

Potato Croquettes FlavoredUS$28.00

Puff PastryUS$32.00

Vegetarian Sesame Spring RollsUS$28.00

Mini Eggplant ParmigianaUS$32.00

Antipasto SkewersUS$34.00

Bruschetta CrostiniUS$28.00

Raw Bar Menu

Raw Bar Additions

Littleneck Clams on the 1/2 ShellUS$2.99

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$8.99

Chilled 1/2 LobsterUS$17.98

Crab CocktailUS$22.99

Lobster CocktailUS$24.99

Oysters on the 1/2 ShellUS$0.00

Alaskan King CrabUS$0.00

Mare Shellfish TowerUS$0.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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