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Mare, Boston, MA

Mare

4.6 (3006)
$31 to $50
Italian
3 Mechanic St., Boston, MA 02113

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
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
  • Neighborhood
    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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Menu

Mare's menu was last updated on 10/31/2023.

Amalfi Menu

Please choose from the following options to create your custom menu

    Antipasto

    • Mozzarella di Bufala Caprese

      heirloom tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, basil, pesto

      • Organic Field Greens

        mix green salad, roasted pear, goat cheese, balsamic vinaigrette

        Primi

        • Gnocchetti Sorrentina

          baked with bufala mozzarella, tomatoes, basil

          Secondi

          • 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 Pancetta$42.00

                                              • Alaskan Crab Cakes$38.00

                                                tartar sauce

                                                • Tuna Tartare Crostini$32.00

                                                  • U4 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$96.00

                                                    • Mini Lobster Bites on Crostini$36.00

                                                      • Home Made Sausages and Peppers Spiedini$32.00

                                                        • Arancini$28.00

                                                          With ground veal, sweet peas and scamorza. Requires 3 day notice when ordering

                                                          • Bricco Style Meat Balls$28.00

                                                            lots of cheese, spicy tomato compote

                                                            • Cajun Style Chicken Skewers$28.00

                                                              honey cayenne glaze

                                                              • Prime Beef Teriyaki Skewers$42.00

                                                                • Lamb Lollipops$72.00

                                                                  balsamic glaze agrodolce

                                                                  • Potato Croquettes Flavored$28.00

                                                                    With crispy prosciutto and smoked scamorza cheese. Requires 3 day notice when ordering

                                                                    • Puff Pastry$32.00

                                                                      gorgonzola and mushrooms roulade lollipop

                                                                      • Vegetarian Sesame Spring Rolls$28.00

                                                                        • Mini Eggplant Parmigiana$32.00

                                                                          with pesto garnish

                                                                          • Antipasto Skewers$34.00

                                                                            mortadella salami, grottino cheese, olive sauce

                                                                            • Bruschetta Crostini$28.00

                                                                              tomato, yellow & green pepper, goat cheese, balsamic

                                                                              Raw Bar Menu

                                                                                Raw Bar Additions

                                                                                • Littleneck Clams on the 1/2 Shell$2.99

                                                                                  • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$8.99

                                                                                    • Chilled 1/2 Lobster$17.98

                                                                                      • Crab Cocktail$22.99

                                                                                        • Lobster Cocktail$24.99

                                                                                          • Oysters on the 1/2 Shell$0.00

                                                                                            • MKT$0.00

                                                                                          • Alaskan King Crab$0.00

                                                                                            • MKT$0.00

                                                                                          • Mare Shellfish Tower$0.00

                                                                                            18 oysters, 6 clams, 6 shrimp cocktail, 1/2 chilled lobster, Alaskan King Crab

                                                                                            • MKT$0.00

                                                                                          Last updated: October 31, 2023

                                                                                          What 3,006 people are saying

                                                                                          Mare reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                          4.6
                                                                                          4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                          • 4.6Food
                                                                                          • 4.6Service
                                                                                          • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                          • 4.3Value

                                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                                          Loved For

                                                                                          • Greater Boston

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                                                                                          • Boston

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                                                                                          Review summary

                                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                          Mare offers an exceptional dining experience with "wonderful food and service" and a "remarkable setting." Guests rave about the "fresh seafood" and "delicious pasta dishes," with highlights like the "grilled octopus" and "table-side cacio e pepe." While the venue can be "pricey," it's praised for its "great atmosphere" and attentive staff.
                                                                                          3,006 Reviews

                                                                                          1. Kelly

                                                                                            Orlando / Central Florida East5 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Food was excellent. Service was great. Atmosphere was fun yet upscale. Enjoyed our experience and evening.

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                                                                                          2. Hilary VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston2 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            We took out of town friends for dinner last night and we all loved it! The beef carpaccio, Lobster raviolis and scallops just to name a few were divine! Truly enjoyed the vibe and indoor/outdoor seating. Highly recommend!

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                                                                                          3. Linda

                                                                                            St. Louis15 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The entire experience was amazing! We dined outdoors and our waiter Pablo was so friendly and made the evening more fun. The food was some of the best seafood we have eaten. A 10/10!

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                                                                                          4. Saswati VIP

                                                                                            Los Angeles16 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined on June 11, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The food was wonderful. We really enjoyed the surf and turf appetizer, the tagliatelle with lobster and truffle encrusted tuna. Service was attentive without being intrusive. The outdoor setting was perfect for the weather. Overall it was a wonderful experience.

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                                                                                          5. Kimberly

                                                                                            Atlanta2 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined on June 8, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Wonderful food and service. Ambiance was awesome

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                                                                                          6. Tim

                                                                                            Atlanta3 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            Dined on June 7, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 2
                                                                                            Great food, stellar service. A little more casual than anticipated, though worth the trip.

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                                                                                          7. Lynn VIP

                                                                                            Greater Boston13 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            Dined on June 1, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The young captain who seated us and helped us find a warm spot (a bit chilly last night) - went above and beyond and brought down the awning to accommodate us. A+

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                                                                                          8. Katherine VIP

                                                                                            Washington, D.C. Area89 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            Dined on May 31, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 3
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The food at Mare is always incredible. Their oysters and crab cocktail is always a good go to starter. I always get the lobster ravioli as my main dish.

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                                                                                          9. Meg

                                                                                            Greater Boston1 review

                                                                                            3.0

                                                                                            Dined on May 29, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                                            2. Food 3
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            Lovely venue. Clean, classic, modern with views into the kitchen and beautiful summer plantings outside. The staff is knowledgeable and attentive with knowledge of the menu which we appreciated. The mushroom pasta was the best selection of the night.

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                                                                                          10. Sara

                                                                                            Greater Boston16 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            Dined on May 27, 2025

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                                            We sat on the terrace which was delightful. The food was excellent, not a clunker in the bunch. Can be a bit pricey, but worth it. Our waiter was wonderful and attentive. Only issue was the music speaker above our table blaring EDM, which is fine but made conversation hard to hear given our aging ears. Otherwise, wonderful evening.

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                                                                                          FAQs

                                                                                          Mare is rated 4.6 stars by 3006 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.

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                                                                                          2. United States
                                                                                          3. Greater Boston
                                                                                          4. Boston
                                                                                          5. North End

                                                                                          Make a reservation

                                                                                          2 people
                                                                                          7:00 PM
                                                                                          Booked 31 times today
                                                                                          Google Map for Mare

                                                                                          3 Mechanic St., Boston, MA 02113

                                                                                          Additional information

                                                                                          • Cross street
                                                                                            Hanover street
                                                                                          • Neighborhood
                                                                                            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
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