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Pescador, Boston, MA

Pescador

4.5
4.5
159 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
Pescador is located at the corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Kenmore Street in the heart of Boston's Kenmore Square. Pescador is a "Coastal Grill" featuring fresh seafood caught in local, New England waters, and is inspired by a variety of international coastal cuisines, from Andalusia to Argentina, as well as a diverse offering of ceviche, poke, crudo, paella and unique pizza, as well as signature entrees from "La Plancha" and the wood-fired grill. Pescador's distinct beverage program features over 70 mezcals and tequilas from Mexico's most celebrated producers, along with a variety of wine, beer, and cocktails - and build your own Palomas.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 70 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (617) 532-1050

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Dan Bazzinotti and Keith Pooler

  • Private party facilities

    Events and Group DiningWe offer semi-private and special event buy-outs. Semi Private events can be through pre-arranged Prix Fixe Menus, or a la Carte. Please do not hesitate to contact us https://www.pescadorkenmore.com/private-events - we would be pleased to work with you to make the necessary arrangements for you and your party.

  • Neighborhood

    Back Bay

  • Cross street

    Commonwealth Ave and Kenmore Street

  • Parking details

    Hotel Parking

  • Public transit

    Blue Ribbon Sushi within the Hotel Commonwealth is conveniently located at Kenmore Square Station on the MBTA’s Green Line with all-points access to the rest of the city.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Guest Chef Ceviche Bar Takeover

    $95.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 20, 2023 only
    Join us for Pescador's "Ceviche Bar Takeover" on April 20th! Seating from 6pm to 8pm. Guest Chef Sam De Los Santos (Executive Chef, Culinary Development at Eataly) will join Blue Ribbon Chefs Dan Bazzinotti and Keith Pooler to create a special international menu of crudo, ceviche, and more! This will be a Multi-Course experience with optional beverage pairings available. **Tax, Gratuity and Beverage Check are not included on pre-payment**

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What 159 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing, Branzino was unreal. For dessert get the churros and tres leches but let the churros sit in the tres leches sauce. Absolutely amazing.
  2. MariaG

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time in this restaurant and I love it I will definitely come back
  3. BrittB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Bland food. Nice scene was expecting excellent food but every dish lacked a little something. Best thing was the sparkling water. Definitely won’t try again. Very disappointing
  4. iinderben

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good food! A bit on the expensive side but quality, and fun to share the dishes with a large group to try a bit of each. Seafood Paella was wonderful, as was the nachos, potato side, and the octopus.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous dinner. They were excellent with celiac disease/gluten allergy.
  6. AimeeM

    New England

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food is great… The only miss was the octopus, it was way over chard and tough. Not sure what the sauce was but it was a definite fail. Everything else was amazing, from the ceviche to the red snapper, and all the cocktails! Our server, Laura was great, seemed a little bit, overwhelmed as the service was kind of slow food came out before our drinks. Definitely would go back.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was yummy and original. We enjoyed the variety, as well. Our server was delightful!
  8. DonH

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience4
    Expensive for what you get. I had lobster risotto for $56.00. The lobster chunks were tough and chewy. The (large) portion of risotto was not large. At best it was medium. My companion had the scallops which had the same issue. The food was good just that it is way overpriced for what you get.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Every dish is fantastic and unique. Food was served quickly and stayed warm for a long time.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So nice!! Carla the manager was such a nice person. Definitely coming back :)
  11. Afoodaficionado

    New England

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Had a great bday dinner experience. Food was delicious, tender octopus & chorizo, yellowfish crudo and mole with mushrooms apps. Then for entree got the Plancha Branzino and Seafood Paella (mix risotto on the wet side). Finished with their Tres Leches and Mexican Chocolate Pudding. Everything was delicious and the portions are a bit on the smaller side. Price point is on the higher end but ingredients were fresh and preparation was yummy. We had a great dining experience.
  12. Marco7733

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding dining experience in every way. Super fresh seafood. The Crudo is excellent! Also highly recommend the Cockteles, which are sort of salsa supercharged with seafood with crispy tortillas and additional toppings on the side-great for sharing. Wide variety of seating options. The portions are pretty large. The servers were on top of everything. I booked another reservation on my way out.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was top tier. Drinks, appetizers, food. Staff was great. Service was great
  14. SandyM

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great staff, great setting, great cocktails, amazing food! Had to wait 45 min despite a reservation. But we were not in a rush. We didn't care! Will go again!
  15. Robbie

    New England

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was our second visit and was absolutely wonderful. The environment and vibe was just right fir an energized Saturday night out our server was pleasant, helpful, and knowledgeable. She added to the enjoyment of the evening. Most, the food was fantastic! 5 stars all around. Bravo!
  16. alwayssearching

    New England

    19 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Worst dining experience terrible food- quality poor tasteless and scant portions but price tag HIGH The service was inadequate and very slow many times thought our waiter had left the building!!! Even the bartender had little to no drink knowledge I am sorry that there is not one good thing we can say
  17. Heinous

    Dallas

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome Peruvian spot. Ceviche was amazing. The octopus was spot on and some One of best salmon dishes. The Mexican tiramisu was great!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Food was amazing and our server, Omar, made excellent recommendations. Very loud and dining area seating is quite tight.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a fantastic server, Omar. Our family of 5 was visiting Boston and met my brother and his husband for dinner. The food was really fantastic and I would highly recommend this for a special occasion. A bit too expensive for everyday dining.
  20. ellenb

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service and definitely have a cocktail here too! A beautiful way to celebrate my birthday in Boston!
  21. JenC

    New England

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was excellent- fresh fish and great flavors. The tuna & nachos were amazing. Yummy drinks too!
  22. Sofia

    New England

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We visited Pescador to celebrate Valentine's Day dinner. The dishes are perfect sized and deliciously prepared. Server is very attentive. Drinks are also very good. Highly recommended for a date night!
  23. GabrielL

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The churros are amazing! Get them... and then get some more!
  24. GardenGirl

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Chef Dan Bazzinotti visited our table with so many wonderful recommendations. Our party of four tried the red snapper and the Branzino entree. Both were delicious. We also tried the kale and butternut squash salad with avacado and the calamari with caramel flan for dessert. Wonderful meal with excellent service and delicious sangria!
  25. Laurie

    New England

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great food. The ceviche and brazino were amazing. Drinks very good
  26. RJitz

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing vibe and atmosphere. Really solid food and drinks too!
  27. CBoo

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was amazing. Service was spot on. Ambiance was simply beautiful. A bit loud. But the servers were very attentive to our requests to reduce the sound a bit. Pricey, but well worth it. The food is absolutely delicious.
  28. JAYY

    New England

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great seafood option in the Kenmore area. We had the whole roasted branzino, served family style. It comes with accompanying sauces and pickled veggies and tortillas to make your own fish Tacos. Delicious! Their Pepino cocktail was well mixed and balanced.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best places I’ve been to. The drinks, the food, the service. All AMAZING!!!! Can’t wait to go back :) the agave&oil cocktail…. GET IT
  30. JanG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience1
    The food was very good. The atmosphere and experience was unpleasant and felt like a "cheap eats" restaurant. There were two of us celebrating a special occasion, and we were squeezed into a tiny space with a small table in between other parties of two. At the table next to us, the people were speaking inappropriately loudly, and we could barely hear our own conversations. Our server was very new and not fully trained, and he could not answer any of our basic menu questions. His supervising server had to come to us several times, which prolonged the process. She was very good, however. We found the menu to be mostly shellfish and very limited for a fish restaurant. While we the food we ordered was very good, on balance, given the price, atmosphere, menu and service, we will not return and will not recommend to others.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great cocktails, fish is fresh , great looking space
  32. StevenS

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server was fantastic. The food was wonderful, and the drinks delicious. A great restaurant for any get together.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Key West

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely ambiance. A large restaurant but the way it was set out made areas seem more intimate. Noise and lighting were both attuned to adults enjoying a lovely meal. Our server Ricky was perfect in attitude, sense of humor, patience and food knowledge. Everything was a winner from sangria to caipirinha to roasted oysters, pizza, calamari and fruit tart. Prices are in line with other upscale dining in Boston.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Tables for 2 were way to close together. Food was nice but we were basically sitting with the poeple next to us and could here them chewing. Not comfortable for the price you are paying for the food. Food was good, but arguably overpriced for what it was
  35. Susan

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Visiting Boston and we wanted a Lobster dinner. It was 1 1/2# for a feasible price of 58.00. Sides or salad were extra as they are in most restaurants we’ve seen in Boston. Service was excellent and drinks were perfect.
  36. ChauriceL

    New England

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Only thing disappointing was that I put it was a birthday celebration and they didn’t do anything. I don’t know how the hostess communicates with the waiters but someone didn’t communicate it.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Portland

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Peruvian ceviche, squid ink risotto, Spanish octopus and churros were all delicious but relatively expensive compared to other great tapas spots. Great experience overall.
  38. Mikecable

    New England

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious, well thought out dishes. Great drinks. Attentive, knowledgeable, friendly service. It was an offhand discovery, and we were thrilled to find it.
  39. markr

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Service was slow at the beginning but management quickly expedited the situation and everything was awesome from that point on. Classic margarita was one of the best I've ever had.
  40. Chelsea

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    After our first visit a month ago, we couldn’t stop telling people about this place, so we brought parents and siblings back for a second visit—and Pescador did not disappoint. Family was very pleased with such a delicious meal and wonderful atmosphere.

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Pescador using the Order Online button. Pescador also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 532-1050.

Pescador is rated 4.5 stars by 159 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 70 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Pescador

498 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02215

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Commonwealth Ave and Kenmore Street

  • Neighborhood

    Back Bay

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Hotel Parking

  • Public transit

    Blue Ribbon Sushi within the Hotel Commonwealth is conveniently located at Kenmore Square Station on the MBTA’s Green Line with all-points access to the rest of the city.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Dan Bazzinotti and Keith Pooler

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (617) 532-1050

  • Private party facilities

    Events and Group DiningWe offer semi-private and special event buy-outs. Semi Private events can be through pre-arranged Prix Fixe Menus, or a la Carte. Please do not hesitate to contact us https://www.pescadorkenmore.com/private-events - we would be pleased to work with you to make the necessary arrangements for you and your party.

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