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Bos_Eat Aug 7, 2006 02:11 PM

Outdoor dining - Seafood in Boston greater area

Hi,
I'm looking for a good place (for this Wed nite) where we can sit outside (outdoor patio) in Boston area (Cambridge/Sommervile is OK too). We prefer seafood (we like grilled/broiled fish etc).
Any recommendation would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks!

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    Bos_Eat Aug 8, 2006 07:29 PM

    Thanks for all replies. We made a rsvp at Oleana for tomorrow's nite. Hopefully we'd like it :-)
    I'll post a follow-up after tomorrow.

    As for other suggestions, surely we'll try Captain Fishbones, Henrietta's Table (maybe this is good for a brunch/lunch?), Eastern Standard (looks a fave here) & B&G Oysters in the future.

    1. hiddenboston Aug 8, 2006 01:33 PM

      I agree about Captain Fishbones at Marina Bay. Good place to go for a family gathering. Definitely not trendy or upscale, but decent food and a great view of Boston Harbor.

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        Bos_Eat Aug 7, 2006 09:46 PM

        Thanks for the replies.
        I'm thinking of a more casual/median price place (entree less $15-20).
        We've eaten at the Harvest. Unfortunately we didn't find it to be 'great'.
        Many people here seem to like Oleana. So, We might consider that then :-)

        Btw, how is the food at Henrieta's Table ? Any good ?

        Any other good outdoor places ? In the suburbs is OK too.
        Thanks!

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          RoyRon Aug 8, 2006 12:08 PM

          Hi
          The fod at Henrietta's Table is good but nothing that I would call memorable. They have a lot of "home Style comfort food" that is well prepared and the prices are about average for that type of restaurant.

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          RoyRon Aug 7, 2006 06:12 PM

          Hi

          I would second Oleana and Harvest if want more of aN up scaleplace but both have very good food. You might also consider Legal Seafoods in Harvard Sq (behind the Charles Hotel). they have out door dining area as does Henriettas Kitchenat the Charles hotel. Eastern Standard is also one of my favorites if you don't sitting outside on a busy street.

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            Joanie Aug 7, 2006 07:47 PM

            Dante in the Royal Sonesta hotel on the river would be nice. Possibly Intrigue at the Boston Harbor Hotel but it's gotten some not great reviews lately.

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            unicorn633 Aug 7, 2006 02:48 PM

            You could try the Marina Bay area in Quincy. Many restaurants to choose from, I personally like Ciros and Captain Fishbones. Both have outdoor dining.

            1. steinpilz Aug 7, 2006 02:45 PM

              I like Eastern Standard, rain or shine, it's on Comm Avenue by Fenway. I've heard that Harvest and Oleana are also good for dining outside, Harvest would certainly be nice and secluded, I haven't been to Oleana.

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