Mare

Bonnie 

on Insider Pages

2 years ago

very good quality seafood The seafood at Mare was wonderful. We made reservations for a business dinner and had one side of the restaurant to ourselves. The waitstaff was very attentive and really took care of us. The sampler fish platters were a hit as was the other fish that was ordered in our party. Very good. 

Beantown 

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2 years ago

OVER RATED We made reservations at Mare for a nice Valentine's Day dinner, and were very disappointed (and it takes a lot to bother us). The waiter was a total snob, and gave us a dirty look when we wanted to split an appetizer. He then explained to us that "Mare is a traditional Italian restaurant, so you should get an appetizer, a first course, and a second course." Boy was he WRONG. The salad was fine, but I ordered the Linguine Frutti de Mare and it was semi-disgusting. I love seafood, but the mussels were actually bad, ... read more

Kanyal S. 

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9 years ago

After numerous visits to Mare both in their previous location on Richmond and their new (fabulous) location on Mechanic off Hanover, I can say unequivocally that this is a top shelf seafood restaurant!! Their stuffed lobster is a signature dish as is their platter of fish and seafood. Both are off the charts and exceptional (and I'm very discriminating!). This is a restaurant that takes great pride in preparation, creativity, incredible layered flavors, the freshest seafood and shellfish and a great staff 

Julia S. 

on Citysearch

11 years ago

This restaurant was recommended by two different concierges (Marriot Long Wharf and Park Plaza) so we thought it was a good coincidence. Now, I have to wonder if these people are paid for their referrals. We were told by one that this was the best seafood in Boston. Neither concierge was aware that we are really locals and know better -- but we decided to try something new anyway. Food was ok. We had tuna and sea bass -- the chef recommended the tuna be cooked medium are so I went with the chef's suggestion -- overcooked. Th... read more

Bostontransplant 

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14 years ago

Probably my favorite restaurant in Boston – I love Mare but have only been two times. The restaurant itself is clean, hip and intimate. There is this cool light fixture that fills the dining area with an assortment of warm colors that changes every so often, creating a unique ambiance. The first time I went, I ordered the stuffed Maine lobster. It was absolutely delicious and I recommend it to everyone who goes. You will not be disappointed. The second time I went there, I wanted to try something different and ordered the wi... read more

Jsol18 

on Citysearch

15 years ago

Would not recommend – We tried Mare for Restaurant Week, to which the meal was OK but would never pay what they are actually charging for these dishes. In addition, the alchol was outrageously overpriced including a house bottle of wine for $55 (I have never paid that for house wine at any restaurant in the North End). Also, it was extremely hot inside as if their AC was not working. People kept asking for the air to be turned up but they said it was at it's max so we all just used our napkins to blot sweat instead...ridicul... read more

Beantown B. 

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15 years ago

OVER RATED We made reservations at Mare for a nice Valentine's Day dinner, and were very disappointed (and it takes a lot to bother us). The waiter was a total snob, and gave us a dirty look when we wanted to split an appetizer. He then explained to us that "Mare is a traditional Italian restaurant, so you should get an appetizer, a first course, and a second course." Boy was he WRONG. The salad was fine, but I ordered the Linguine Frutti de Mare and it was semi-disgusting. I love seafood, but the mussels were actually bad, ... read more

Bonnie C. 

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16 years ago

very good quality seafood The seafood at Mare was wonderful. We made reservations for a business dinner and had one side of the restaurant to ourselves. The waitstaff was very attentive and really took care of us. The sampler fish platters were a hit as was the other fish that was ordered in our party. Very good. 

unavaham 

on Citysearch

16 years ago

Surprised at high rating – The food was just ok. The same food at a place with an Entree' half the price would have earned a great review. As others have suggested here, just the grilled octupus is worth the visit.