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Mare, Boston, MA

Mare

4.6
4.6
2980 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
3 Mechanic St., Boston, MA 02113

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 56 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • 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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What 2,980 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mare offers "amazing food and great wine list" with "excellent quality seafood," making it a standout in Boston's North End. Guests highlight "superb service" and a "fun and lively atmosphere." Despite some noise and service issues, many praise Mare as their "favorite restaurant," with "wonderful servers" and "delicious" menu offerings.

2,980 Reviews
  1. Ramon VIP

    West Palm Beach47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a Great experience. The oyster selection and options make it a unique experience, the king crab legs are well worth the visit, as are the langoustines, lobster and seafood generally. Great vibe, superb and very attentive service. Very pleased!!

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  2. Joanne VIP

    Austin8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful way to celebrate our daughter’s 1st Boston Marathon. We had a truly memorable meal and a delightful experience. It’s one thing to dine, it’s quite another to feel like you were welcomed into someone’s home. Amazing food and a remarkable staff. Thank you.

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  3. Leana VIP

    Greater Boston17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice location in the heart of north end. The service was great and the server was knowledgeable. The food was amazing. We ordered oysters, mussels, lobster truffle pasta and tuna. Everything was delicious. It is a bit pricey, but would go again.

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  4. Louly VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    When we arrived at the restaurant we were surprised that the seating area was outdoors as it was breezy and cool. We asked to be seated inside but they offered another table in an area where there was a retractable roof and soft walls, everything was open! So they closed a shade by our table and turned a heat lamp on over head. We tried but we were cold. Finally after many complaints by other patrons the lightbulb went on and they closed the retractable roof. Our young waiter was lovely but preoccupied with watching the game by the bar along with the bar tender and other waiters. We had to get his attention every time for everything. In short, service was terrible with this waiter. I cant even remember if I like the food bc I was so frustrated. Will never be back.

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  5. Margaret VIP

    Greater Boston24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks were enjoyable, though a bit pricey.

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  6. Yeraldin VIP

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing night, staff was great, food and atmosphere perfect! Definitely i will be back

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  7. Gant

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and great wine list. Servers were great and made us feel like the only ones at the restaurant. Sea bass was cooked to perfection.

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  8. Bruce VIP

    Vermont48 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent quality seafood and drinks served by a dedicated team of professionals!

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  9. Paul

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mare remains one of my favorite choices. The food was exceptional. Price was up there but we went at it with eyes open. Staff remains remarkable.

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  10. jeanne VIP

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fresh pasta dishes were outstanding. Octopus was tender and delicious. Spicy dirty martini was a must have

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FAQs

Mare is rated 4.6 stars by 2980 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 56 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
Gift card

Gift card

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