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Mare, Boston, MA

Mare

4.6
4.6
2906 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 39 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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Menu

Amalfi Menu

Please choose from the following options to create your custom menu

    Antipasto

    • Mozzarella di Bufala Caprese

      heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, basil, pesto

      • Organic Field Greens

        mix green salad, roasted pear, goat cheese, balsamic vinaigrette

        Primi

        • Gnocchetti Sorrentina

          baked with bufala mozzarella, tomatoes, basil

          Secondi

          • 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

                                                                                          Last updated: 31 October 2023

                                                                                          What 2,906 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.

                                                                                          2,906 Reviews

                                                                                          1. Peter

                                                                                            VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                                            71 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            71 reviews

                                                                                            Dined today

                                                                                            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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                                                                                          2. Michael

                                                                                            London

                                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                                            Dined 1 day 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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                                                                                          3. Cynthia

                                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                                            35 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            35 reviews

                                                                                            Dined 1 day 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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                                                                                          4. gayle

                                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            Dined 1 day 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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                                                                                          5. Indrani

                                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The food was exceptional and the service was friendly and perfectly paced. I plan to go back again!

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                                                                                          6. Kenneth

                                                                                            VIP

                                                                                            Washington DC

                                                                                            13 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            13 reviews

                                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 3
                                                                                            Food and service were superb; noise level is extremely loud, made worse by very loud music nobody is listening to.

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                                                                                          7. Peter

                                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            As on previous visits Mare was great.. We started with fresh oysters. We had the waiter pick for us and he did an excellent job. My wife the pasta with mushrooms which she loved. I had the sword fish which was cooked perfectly, nice and moist. We shared an affogato for dessert, one of our favorites. Our server was pleasant, helpful and efficient. The evening was perfect.

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                                                                                          8. Paige

                                                                                            VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                                            10 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            10 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            I went to dine last night and it was more than I expected!! Staff so friendly and attentive, nice atmosphere and food. Definitely highly recommended. Best north end oysters and pasta!!

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                                                                                          9. Katherin

                                                                                            VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            6 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 18 December 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The best spot to have seafood at the North End. Service was excellent, everyone very attentive , the atmosphere was great and the food was delicious , especially the stuffed lobster, highly recommended.

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                                                                                          10. Marcelle

                                                                                            VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 16 December 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Mare is my favorite restaurant in Boston! They have the freshest seafood, coziest vibe, amazing service. Never disappoints.

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                                                                                          FAQs

                                                                                          Mare is rated 4.6 stars by 2906 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.

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                                                                                          2 people
                                                                                          19:00
                                                                                          Booked 39 times today
                                                                                          Google Map for Mare

                                                                                          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
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