Mare

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4.7

2976 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 36 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
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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 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
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
Neighbourhood
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 2,976 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Boston
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mare offers a remarkable dining experience with "excellent food and service" and "great atmosphere." Known for its "amazing seafood and Italian dishes," standout items include the "best Cacio e Pepe," "lobster bisque," and "fresh oysters." The cozy and inviting ambiance, attentive staff, and delightful outdoor patio enhance the experience.

2,976 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good. Very good food and service. I like the vibe as well
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Table side preparation of both cacio e Pepe and tiramisu were out of this world. Highly recommend!
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Sabrina VIP
Greater Boston14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was incredible last night, my first time trying grigliata and definitely one of my favorite dishes! As always the staff was very attentive. In lovee
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had the restaurant week menu which was plentiful and quite delicious. They saved us right away especially since we were there before a concert at the Garden. I'll certainly go back!
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Bob
New York City18 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
My with and I were visiting Boston during “Dine Boston” promotion when many restaurants had a fixed price menu. We came to Mare for seafood and it was very good. The noise level was very high and the constant foot traffic in the crowded dining area detracted from our experience. The fixed price was a good value
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening out— oysters, entrees, and drinks were prompt and delicious. Service was very friendly and also very accommodating. Great music, we’ll be back
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Paul VIP
Greater Boston47 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience with great food and terrific service in a fun and lively atmosphere. Our party dined from the Boston Restaurant Week menu, which was a fabulous value as well. The portions were perfect and the presentation gets an A+. We’ll be back the next time we visit Boston.
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Jalen
Philadelphia3 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Good food. Good service. Not much of an ambiance. Would recommend for a casual meal.
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Joseph VIP
Miami10 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tremendous food as always! Great staff and very welcoming management. We always gonna get back. The fire pits area is always a must!
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OpenTable Diner
Naples3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Always great food We have been half dozen times.We will be back
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FAQs

Mare is rated 4.7 stars by 2976 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 reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 36 times today

3 Mechanic St., Boston, MA 02113

Additional information

Cross Street
Hanover street
Neighbourhood
North End
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am
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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Additional information

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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

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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Does Mare offer gift cards?

Is Mare currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information

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