Absolutely disappointed.Ordered through Ubereats. For the price and reputation, the food was shocking. The salmon in my sushi was black and clearly old, the steak tartare was black, the crab rangoon tasted like it had been fried yesterday, and the shrimp was just bad.
Food: 1
Matthew Crevier
Highly recommend. Will definitely be going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
P M
Flavorful food, well presented. Great, friendly service Nice ambiance, with a water front view.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Roberts .J06
THE Asian infusion food spot of BOSTON! Do yourself a favor and go in make sure to leave a review cause the amounts of reviews they have don’t give them justice!!!! I’ve been on the search for a high end Asian food type of vibes ! No disrespect to Mr.H but just didn’t make the list & I’ve had philippe chow in different states, Sei Less, Jue Lan in NY so that’s my list! But in my home town didn’t have a spot. I went in with an open mind especially cause the reviews didn’t have many. But this is totally the right place for my vibes ! I’m happy I went in and tested it! Everything was great, do yourself a favor & order the Garlic Shrimp & the rice and make sure to combine it ! The king crab ragoons were a HIT especially with the sauce!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
George Camacho
I recently enjoyed dinner at LoLa 42, located at 22 Liberty Drive in Boston, and I must say it was quite a delightful experience. The standout dish for me was the Chirashi Maki, which combined tuna, salmon, and yellowtail with shiso, cucumber, and a tangy yuzu-avocado citrus aioli. It was vibrant in flavor and had a wonderful mix of textures that made it a real treat. The Grilled Octopus, which our waiter recommended, turned out to be another highlight of the evening. Served with saffron fingerling potatoes, shaved fennel, and piquillo pepper, it was cooked to perfection and packed with flavor, definitely the star of the show.
We also indulged in some specialty sushi rolls like the Yutaka, featuring BBQ eel and king crab, and the Asahi, which had spicy salmon topped with tuna and salmon. Both rolls showcased the kitchen's creativity and were delicious all around. I have to give a special shout-out to our waiter, Rafael. He was impressive, knowledgeable about the menu, and offered confident recommendations without ever needing to glance at the paper. The atmosphere in the dining room struck an upscale and chic tone, featuring clean lines and an energetic vibe, though it was a bit loud—a detail to keep in mind if you're after a more intimate setting.
While the flavors were spot on throughout our meal, I felt that the presentation could have used a little more work to match the upscale ambiance. When the dishes arrived, they were indeed delicious, but they didn’t quite have the visual appeal I often associate with fine dining. As someone who appreciates good food presentation, I think LoLa 42 could elevate their plating to enhance the overall dining experience.
Overall, if you’re in the mood for amazing flavors and attentive service in a stylish environment at the Seaport, you can’t go wrong with LoLa 42. Just be aware that while the food tastes fantastic, the visual presentation may not quite match the high-end atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ethan H.
Falls into the Boston classic category of “pretty good, really pricy”
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
A R
Had a lunch meeting at LoLa 42 today. The sushi was excellent and the service was great too! This is a beautiful restaurant that I'll definitely be returning to on our next visit to Boston.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi, Poke Nachos, Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll
Holly Hung
Lovely dinner place. The food choices were interesting and the service very attentive. I love sushi and the food here is tasty!
I had one issue, the $31 king crab and eel roll didn't have crab in the last quarter of the roll and was mostly rice. I spoke with someone and they told me that is normal. After some pressing about this (its not normal at good places!), they took the 3 pieces left and brought back 2. We went on with our meal, it has a great atmosphere, but probably won't come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Sviatlana.B
This cozy seafront restaurant has a beautifully designed and elegant space. I’ve shared a short video so you can get a quick peek inside. The place really comes alive in the evenings, so reservations are a good idea if you’re planning to visit later in the day. This time we stopped by for brunch, and it was quiet with just a few other guests around.
I first visited Lola42 three years ago, and it seems the sushi menu hasn’t changed much since then, which was a bit of a letdown. The sushi is fairly average and not quite what I’d hope for in a seafood-focused spot right on the water. Once again I felt a bit sorry for Bostonians missing out, as I've had tastier experiences in NYC and Orlando. The cocktails at the bar were ok, and not something I’d be excited to order next time. The hosts were friendly and quick, even if they didn’t share any specials or recommendations.
Overall, it’s a nice place to stop by and enjoy the view while on a stroll in the Seaport. Cheers!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Ariana Lozano
Everything was amazing from the moment we stepped into this restaurant. Servers were very attentive and kind, every single thing we ordered was so tasty, and the ambience was warm and classy.
Unfortunately this was one of the worst expensive restaurants I've been to in a while. The flavors were not there and fell way lower than my expectations. With that being said, the service and atmosphere are great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Courtney Young
If you come here, you have to see my friend Daniela! She makes the best drinks, did not hesitate to give us amazing reccomendations and was genuinely the sweetest! They have the best happy hour too. 12/10
Mayra Hiraldo
Beautiful place! The Patio was so pretty! Food was Amazing. Great service!! A must for a date!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi, Fried Rice
Andrés Rojas
Sushi in Lola is fresh and delicious, the attention to detail is amazing, Sebastian our server was fun.
Absolutely disappointed.Ordered through Ubereats. For the price and reputation, the food was shocking. The salmon in my sushi was black and clearly old, the steak tartare was black, the crab rangoon tasted like it had been fried yesterday, and the shrimp was just bad.
Food: 1
Highly recommend. Will definitely be going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Flavorful food, well presented.
Great, friendly service
Nice ambiance, with a water front view.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
THE Asian infusion food spot of BOSTON! Do yourself a favor and go in make sure to leave a review cause the amounts of reviews they have don’t give them justice!!!! I’ve been on the search for a high end Asian food type of vibes ! No disrespect to Mr.H but just didn’t make the list & I’ve had philippe chow in different states, Sei Less, Jue Lan in NY so that’s my list! But in my home town didn’t have a spot. I went in with an open mind especially cause the reviews didn’t have many. But this is totally the right place for my vibes ! I’m happy I went in and tested it! Everything was great, do yourself a favor & order the Garlic Shrimp & the rice and make sure to combine it ! The king crab ragoons were a HIT especially with the sauce!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I recently enjoyed dinner at LoLa 42, located at 22 Liberty Drive in Boston, and I must say it was quite a delightful experience. The standout dish for me was the Chirashi Maki, which combined tuna, salmon, and yellowtail with shiso, cucumber, and a tangy yuzu-avocado citrus aioli. It was vibrant in flavor and had a wonderful mix of textures that made it a real treat. The Grilled Octopus, which our waiter recommended, turned out to be another highlight of the evening. Served with saffron fingerling potatoes, shaved fennel, and piquillo pepper, it was cooked to perfection and packed with flavor, definitely the star of the show.
We also indulged in some specialty sushi rolls like the Yutaka, featuring BBQ eel and king crab, and the Asahi, which had spicy salmon topped with tuna and salmon. Both rolls showcased the kitchen's creativity and were delicious all around. I have to give a special shout-out to our waiter, Rafael. He was impressive, knowledgeable about the menu, and offered confident recommendations without ever needing to glance at the paper. The atmosphere in the dining room struck an upscale and chic tone, featuring clean lines and an energetic vibe, though it was a bit loud—a detail to keep in mind if you're after a more intimate setting.
While the flavors were spot on throughout our meal, I felt that the presentation could have used a little more work to match the upscale ambiance. When the dishes arrived, they were indeed delicious, but they didn’t quite have the visual appeal I often associate with fine dining. As someone who appreciates good food presentation, I think LoLa 42 could elevate their plating to enhance the overall dining experience.
Overall, if you’re in the mood for amazing flavors and attentive service in a stylish environment at the Seaport, you can’t go wrong with LoLa 42. Just be aware that while the food tastes fantastic, the visual presentation may not quite match the high-end atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Falls into the Boston classic category of “pretty good, really pricy”
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Had a lunch meeting at LoLa 42 today. The sushi was excellent and the service was great too! This is a beautiful restaurant that I'll definitely be returning to on our next visit to Boston.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi, Poke Nachos, Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll
Lovely dinner place. The food choices were interesting and the service very attentive. I love sushi and the food here is tasty!
I had one issue, the $31 king crab and eel roll didn't have crab in the last quarter of the roll and was mostly rice. I spoke with someone and they told me that is normal. After some pressing about this (its not normal at good places!), they took the 3 pieces left and brought back 2. We went on with our meal, it has a great atmosphere, but probably won't come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
This cozy seafront restaurant has a beautifully designed and elegant space. I’ve shared a short video so you can get a quick peek inside. The place really comes alive in the evenings, so reservations are a good idea if you’re planning to visit later in the day. This time we stopped by for brunch, and it was quiet with just a few other guests around.
I first visited Lola42 three years ago, and it seems the sushi menu hasn’t changed much since then, which was a bit of a letdown. The sushi is fairly average and not quite what I’d hope for in a seafood-focused spot right on the water. Once again I felt a bit sorry for Bostonians missing out, as I've had tastier experiences in NYC and Orlando. The cocktails at the bar were ok, and not something I’d be excited to order next time. The hosts were friendly and quick, even if they didn’t share any specials or recommendations.
Overall, it’s a nice place to stop by and enjoy the view while on a stroll in the Seaport. Cheers!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Everything was amazing from the moment we stepped into this restaurant. Servers were very attentive and kind, every single thing we ordered was so tasty, and the ambience was warm and classy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
It's ok, expensive but those views....
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Unfortunately this was one of the worst expensive restaurants I've been to in a while. The flavors were not there and fell way lower than my expectations. With that being said, the service and atmosphere are great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
If you come here, you have to see my friend Daniela! She makes the best drinks, did not hesitate to give us amazing reccomendations and was genuinely the sweetest! They have the best happy hour too. 12/10
Beautiful place! The Patio was so pretty! Food was Amazing. Great service!! A must for a date!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi, Fried Rice
Sushi in Lola is fresh and delicious, the attention to detail is amazing, Sebastian our server was fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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