Diners' Choice: Seafood restaurants in Greater Boston

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Seafood cuisine in Greater Boston? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Dotty's Kitchen & Raw Bar

5.0

5 (15)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Quincy

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Smash burger Warm crab dip Great drinks Great service

Select Oyster Bar

4.9

4.9 (2518)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Back Bay

About the restaurant

Select Oyster Bar, the first solo venture from chef Michael Serpa, is a neighborhood oyster bar & seafood restaurant in the heart of Back Bay. Select offers fresh, local seafood with Mediterranean influences in a cozy brownstone space. A carefully curated raw bar, creative crudo, and thoughtful fish entrees round out the menu. A seafood centric wine program feature classic pairings as well as off the beaten path selections is the center of the beverage program, alongside artisan cocktails and craft beer.

Food & Wine America's Best New Wine Bars, Boston Mag Best New Restaurant & Best Wine Program, Improper Bostonian Best Seafood.

After 15 minutes past reservation time, we may seat your table. Please call us if you are running a bit late.

If you do not find the time slot you are looking for, give us a ring 857-239-8064.

Visit our website for more information on our reservations.

Top review

SheilaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Fist time visitor to Select Oyster. So impressed! We loved our night! Sat by the window complete with snowy backdrop. Our server was eelcoming and had brilliant suggestions. Our meals were all fabulous. Shared the yellowtail crudo. So fresh and flavorful. Everyone was raving about the entreès. My only wish is for a less expensive white by the glass. Thank you for a great experience!!!

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Eddie V's - Burlington

4.9

4.9 (2179)

$50 and over

Seafood

Burlington

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

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JOHN

Dined 3 days ago

I’ve been to Eddie V’s multiple times and it never disappoints. The food, especially the sea bass, is always top notch.

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10 oz Center Cut Filet Mignon

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Bananas Foster Butter Cake

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Maine Lobster Bisque

Ostra

4.9

4.9 (4543)

$30 and under

Seafood

Back Bay

About the restaurant

Situated in Boston's vibrant Back Bay neighborhood, One Charles Street South is home to a modern Mediterranean eatery known as Ostra. Led by Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano and Executive Chef Mitchell Randall, our restaurant draws inspiration from the abundant seafood offerings of both local New England waters and the coastal regions of Europe. With a strong emphasis on specialty seafood sourced from the Mediterranean and various parts of the United States, our culinary creations showcase the natural essence and delightful flavors of each dish through their light preparation.

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MauriceVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Outstanding service with attention to detail. Food was fantastic, delivered efficiently, and cooked perfectly. Was my first time to Ostra and I’ll definitely return.

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Van Rensselaer's RESTAURANT & RAW BAR

4.9

4.9 (1383)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Wellfleet

About the restaurant

If you are having difficulty reserving a table on this site please call us directly at 508.349.2127.
Peter and Diane Hall & Chef Derek of Van Rensselaer's proudly continue to serve the freshest locally caught seafood, superbly prepared meats wonderful poultry, and a wide variety of salads, in addition to great homemade sauces, and desserts
Desserts are homemade and Chef Derek was written up for being a top Hawaiian Baking Chef in Hawaii for his Bread Pudding.
We have two small patios, open air with heaters and umbrellas as needed, An eight table screened in awning covered porch as our outside areas.
Our inside tables are well spaced, with black linen table clothes. Staff is noted for its professionalism and friendliness. We welcome you to Van Rensselaer's.

We are proud to say we are Level 1 Green certified! Check out our newly renovated bar for dinner or just a drink.

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Francis

Dined on 24 Oct 2024

Had to go one more time before they close for the season. As usual the food and service was fantastic miss them already. See you in the spring.

Little Whale

4.7

4.7 (758)

$50 and over

Seafood

Back Bay

About the restaurant

Little Whale Oyster Bar is a Classic New England Seafood Restaurant and Raw Bar from Chef Michael Serpa on Newbury Street in Boston's Back Bay. An ode to the seaside clamshacks are raw bars of the New England coast, Little Whale is a casual neighborhood spot focusing on local products and seafood friendly wines.

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joan

Dined 6 days ago

We had a fantastic meal at the bar- seafood platter with poached lobster, ceviche, shrimp etc which was such a treat. Myhusband had the Portuguese stew which he devoured and I had the Lobster pasta which was one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. It was perfectly balanced and just yummy. Service was warm and helpful. Loved it.

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New England Clam Chowder

4.8

4.8 (3530)

$31 to $50

Seafood

New Bedford

About the restaurant

Serving fresh, bold and innovative food that reflects the history of New Bedford and celebrates the New Bedford fishermen, their catch and their culture.

Our menu focuses on local fishermen’s catch of the day, old school seafood favorites and a sprinkling of modern seafood interpretations. Menu ranges from raw bar, to warm and cold lobster rolls, baked cod, bacon wrapped scallops, bouillabaisse and grilled NY Strip.

Large bar and spectacular views of the artful New Bedford Fishing Fleet. Large covered and heated deck overlooking the fishing boats and harbor. Centrally located beside the Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Ferries. Large parking lot.

And, of course, the hospitality is second to none. Service is what built the business.

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Tom

Dined 1 day ago

Everything was excellent from the service to the drinks and food….just a little too warm in the outdoor patio

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4.8

4.8 (1462)

$50 and over

Seafood

Back Bay

About the restaurant

Cancellation Policy: We ask that if you need to cancel your reservation, do so 24 hours in advance. Guests cancelling within 24 hrs of their reservation will be charged $50 per person.

Mooncusser serves a $120 multicourse menu from head chef Carl Dooley. Since opening in 2017, the restaurant has been awarded top honors by the New York Times, Boston Magazine and other publications.

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Daniel

Dined 3 days ago

We were skeptical about the prix fixe format but we loved our experience at Mooncusser. The wine pairings were very, very good.

Pisces Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (238)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Chatham

About the restaurant

Pisces Restaurant features coastal cooking with a Mediterranean flair. Our menu is a celebration of all things seasonal featuring mostly Cape Cod's native seafood as well as a variety of non seafood options. This is a Chef owned restaurant that is well know for its light fresh cooking style and a menu that changes often. Favorite dishes include sautéed calamari, lobster corn chowder, risotto, seared rare tuna, cornmeal crusted cod and a killer ribeye steak! Warm rosemary foccacia and famous desserts are made in house. Our carefully selected wine list is designed to compliment our cuisine and offers over 20 wines by the glass, craft and local beers as well as classic and creative cocktails. Local art is carefully displayed throughout the cozy dining room where there is an intimate 7 seat bar. Pisces is open seasonally, so plan to stop in between April and Columbus Day weekend. Reservations are highly recommended and limited as many guests book well in advance.

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Pamela

Dined on 12 Oct 2024

Amazing food! Great staff! Wonderful, cozy ambience! I see why they have a very loyal local and seasonal following.

Row 34 - Boston

4.8

4.8 (2354)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Fort Point Channel

About the restaurant

We’re Row 34. If we could eat oysters and drink beer for every meal period, we probably would. Professionals Only.

Our menu changes daily. Visit our website to take a look at our most up to date menus.

Row 34 serves up a seafood-heavy menu in an industrial-inspired setting. Chef/Owner Jeremy Sewall's menu offers fish entrees and an extensive oyster selection, along with craft beers and an eclectic wine list. Classic comfort food side dishes round out the menu.

Looking for another reservation? Visit one of our sister restaurants: Row 34 (Portsmouth, NH, Burlington, MA & Cambridge, MA).

Top review

gina

Dined 4 days ago

Delicious and delightful as usual! Raw bar, fish tacos, crab cakes, great wine list, thoughtful servers, great ambience.

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