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- RORaulO1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoOcean Prime was great overall. The waiters attended to us as soon as we sat down and our food came to the table at a good time. Only thing I would say is our waiters disappeared once a larger party came in and was only attending them for a while. I actually thought he forgot about us. And it was super cold in there and it wasn’t even a hot day. But despite the few hiccups, my wife and I enjoyed ourselves and would go there to eat again. The food was phenomenal and the dessert was amazing!More infoOcean Prime - Boston SeaportPrice: Expensive• Steak• Seaport•4.8
- HCHalleCOrange County •6 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoI am a repeat offender at Lincoln, it is probably my favorite brunch place. Amazing food and drink selection. It isnt inexpesnive but I feel for the quality and amount of food you get its well worth it compared to some other kitschy brunch places.More infoLincoln Tavern and RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• South Boston•4.7
- MMixie0212vipGreater Boston •97 reviews5.0Dined on Aug 3, 2023Great lunch! Surprisingly busy for mid week. Fun crowd indoors and out. Incredible food - kept it simple with guac, salsa and octopus in plantain cups and a couple of the freshest tastiest margs. Service is super attentive but very chill at the same time. No pressure - there to please. Dying to go back for dinner. Talked to other diners that are regs and couldn't say enough great things.More infoLoco Taqueria & Oyster Bar - South BostonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• South Boston•4.6
- XXinevipGreater Boston •11 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Always a go to! Went with my husband and two boys (15 and 13) on a whim and was able to get an early res for New Year’s Day. I got the gluten free pasta with truffle sauce and mushrooms - chef’s kiss amazing - and everyone else had their own lobster ravioli dishes - yes, that good!! We CRAVE this place. Make a res through Open Table to make seating easier, then head to Dolce at the corner for gelato and/or and affogato for dessert :) You won’t be disappointed.More infoTrattoria Il PaninoPrice: Moderate• Italian• North End•4.4
- OTOpenTable DinervipNew York / Tri-State Area •9 reviews5.0Dined on Oct 20, 2022Wonderful restaurant, food and service. Will definitely go back!More infoFromage Wine and Cheese BarPrice: Expensive• French / American• South Boston•4.4
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