Seafood Restaurants in Boston, MA

Seafood Restaurants in Boston, MA
Boston is a mecca of culture, from museums and parks to historic and modern architecture. Furthermore, it is easy to escape the urban landscape for more suburban and rural outings. Boston is located directly on the Atlantic Ocean; it prides itself on high quality, fresh seafood. There are a wide range of seafood restaurants in Boston, including informal "clam shacks," high quality seafood chains and tourist-driven restaurants. There are also restaurants vying to impress the most serious "foodies."

Morse Fish Company

The Morse Fish Company is situated in Boston's South End. It has been serving the freshest seafood since 1903. The restaurant is a historic, classic Boston restaurant. It has had only three owners in more than a century. Priding itself on cooking without trans fats and offering low prices, you can order your seafood broiled or fried.

As "the oldest fish market in Boston," the Morse Fish Company does not disappoint those seeking fresh, simple Boston seafood such as crab cakes, popcorn shrimp or a lobster salad sandwich. After dinner, take a refreshing walk and see the area's beautiful brownstone homes. The Morse Fish Company's unassuming facade hides the delicious seafood within this historic clam shack.

1401 Washington Street
Boston MA 02118
(617) 262-9375
Morsefish.com

Legal Seafoods Long Wharf

There are nine Legal Seafoods locations in the city of Boston, four of which are located at Logan airport. However, the Long Wharf location is enjoyable for those who want to be next to the water while dining. It is directly next to the Boston Aquarium and the ocean.

Legal Seafoods can cater to your every need, with a separate gluten free menu, a menu for children and a private dining menu. Going against the chain restaurant stereotype, Legal Seafoods prides itself on serving fresh, raw oysters, clam chowder, a grilled swordfish Reuben and Louisiana gumbo. You can practically smell the salt air when dining at the Long Wharf Legal Seafoods. After lunch or dinner, you truly can take in the ocean. Watch the boats coming and going along the harbor.

Legal Seafoods Long Wharf
255 State Street
Boston, MA 02109
617.742.5300
Legalseafoods.com

The Barking Crab

Extremely recognizable due to its bright yellow and orange rooftop, the Barking Crab is more than a gimmick. The longstanding seafood restaurant offers classic New England seafood in rare dishes, such as lobster ravioli, shrimp scampi and lobster bisque.

Perhaps after a trip to the Boston Children's Museum right down the street, the entire family can enjoy a meal in a casual, fun setting right on the water's edge. No guest will go home unhappy or hungry. Walk off the meal after dinner along Boston's cobblestone, waterfront paths.

The Barking Crab
Fort Point Landing
88 Sleeper Street
Boston, MA 02210
617-426-CRAB (2722)
Barkingcrab.com

Foody-Driven

The restaurant Neptune Oyster was rated the best seafood restaurant in Boston for 2009 by "Boston Magazine." Serving creative, incredibly fresh dishes, the Neptune Oyster is a special treat for all lovers of food. Guests can stick to classic seafood dishes. These include New England clam chowder, fried clams and lobster rolls. Diners might also try the Neptune burger, which is a cheeseburger with friend oysters and garlic mayonnaise.

Located in the historic North End of Boston, Neptune Oyster is perfectly situated for a lovely after-dinner walk through the largely Italian Boston neighborhood that has the feel of an old European city. Since it's a casual restaurant, guests often wear beach clothes in preparation for the fun.

Neptune Oyster
63 Salem St.
Boston, Massachusetts 02113
617-742-3474
Neptuneoyster.com

Article Written By Hannah Winer

Hannah Winer is an after school teacher for elementary school students. She also tutors kindergarten through 8th-graders in reading and math. As a comparative literature major in college, Hannah furthered her love for writing about all subjects and developed meticulous research and analytical skills. Hannah knows that clear writing is the key to the successful communication of ideas, and she is passionate about teaching kids how to be strong writers and, just as important, readers.

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