Went there for lunch and did not disappoint! Highly recommend the Lobster Bisque, best I’ve had in a very long time.
Mrt Gnl
Doesn’t worth what you are paying.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Ethan Carlson
my crab wasnt barking/not sure (not enough strippers)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dale Hartmann
The atmosphere of the place is great, and it looked promising, but when a mouse was in the eating area we got a bit worries. Another of family stood up and left without paying because of that. When the servers looked like they where about to discard the half eaten meals we were surprised that someone told them not to, and they took them back to the kitchen. We had been served a beer and two lobster bisques at that point (which we never got to eat) and when I offered to pay for the beer but decline the meals because of what happened - some of our friends felt i comfy after that, so we told them that. We were treated with arrogance saying that we shall pay for the lobster bisque (which could be understandable) l, but whilst trying to be respectful we were told that we should have expected that before eating at a tent that is connected to the outside. It is the disrespect and rudeness that truly put me off, we were trying to be respectful about it but instead were treated with discontent, arrogance and left us with a distaste. I was not too bothered by the mouse, but the whole situation was dealt with badly in my opinion.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
alexander hall
Food was expensive, but good. More expensive than seafood should be when it's locally caught. They were obviously taking advantage of the tourism. Service was okay at best.
Douglas Struyk
They advertise that they are open until 10 pm. I arrived at 8:45 pm and was told they were closed. The hostess just smiled and was actually rude when I questioned why they advertise as being open until 10 pm. Do NOT recommend going here. I was a single diner willing to order quickly. No hospitality or sense of customer service. It didn’t look very busy. Eat elsewhere. Poor treatment of the public.
Post-note: I am reposting this as the restaurant took it down, rather than responding to my email or being accountable for their bad service. Even more of a message to everyone - stay away!
Service: 1
Priya Kapoor
The food is so tiny. I would give 6 out of 5 for atmosphere but food is petite portions and I’m tiny and I was still hungry. I don’t want to eat a lobster roll for 42 dollars where the majority of it is French fries. Comments are accurate — this place was reasonable before seaport area was built. Pity but still, lovely atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
nicoline2016
The place is great and the food was very good. The fish and chips were amazing. My hubby and I love to share our food because we can't eat much, and we shared the fish and chips. I love the way the fish was fried. Not too dry and plain old delicious. We ordered the hot crab dip. Yummy! There were cute little birdies that flew into the restaurant and started eating crumbs from the floor. They were a little startling when they flew right past your face. A funny tip is, the music is loud. It wasn't bad music, but very loud. Not loud enough to leave, but loud. There were a couple of signs posted basically saying, PLEASE DON'T ASK US TO TURN DOWN THE MUSIC. THIS IS NOT A LIBRARY. LOL!!!! The service was good too.
638natashad
If you’re craving seafood without the white tablecloths, The Barking Crab in Boston is where you need to be. This no‑frills, by‑the‑water gem dishes up some seriously seasoned favorites that hit every craving without overdoing it. We dug into steamers, salad, snow crab legs, and a perfectly steamed lobster and crab combo. Each dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully balanced—just the right amount of seasoning to let the seafood shine. The only downside? Every drink, from beer to wine to cocktails, comes in a plastic cup—which felt a bit too casual for such great food. Still, when the plates are this satisfying, it’s hard to complain. For anyone who loves good old‑fashioned New England seafood without the pretense, The Barking Crab is your go‑to spot. Come hungry, roll up your sleeves, and prepare to get cracking!
Hours are not correct or they choose to close early
Drago Indjic
Feels like a beer garden Boston equivalent. Lively, great soundtrack and quick service. You don't have to be young to enjoy it 😜
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Tom “tdaddy” Barrett
It was a bit overpriced considering the size of the lobster roll. The flavor of the roll was good but certainly not the best that I've had while in New England area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Hanoch Shiri
Touristic place. Ok food, nice atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
teresa fletcher
Fantastic place to visit! Food was great! Crab cakes to perfection, Snow Crab Legs cooked perfect and not cold! Attentive service! Moderately priced.
If in Boston, eat here. Came highly recommended and did not disappoint.
Perfect spot for a nice evening out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went there for lunch and did not disappoint! Highly recommend the Lobster Bisque, best I’ve had in a very long time.
Doesn’t worth what you are paying.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
my crab wasnt barking/not sure (not enough strippers)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
The atmosphere of the place is great, and it looked promising, but when a mouse was in the eating area we got a bit worries. Another of family stood up and left without paying because of that. When the servers looked like they where about to discard the half eaten meals we were surprised that someone told them not to, and they took them back to the kitchen. We had been served a beer and two lobster bisques at that point (which we never got to eat) and when I offered to pay for the beer but decline the meals because of what happened - some of our friends felt i comfy after that, so we told them that. We were treated with arrogance saying that we shall pay for the lobster bisque (which could be understandable) l, but whilst trying to be respectful we were told that we should have expected that before eating at a tent that is connected to the outside. It is the disrespect and rudeness that truly put me off, we were trying to be respectful about it but instead were treated with discontent, arrogance and left us with a distaste. I was not too bothered by the mouse, but the whole situation was dealt with badly in my opinion.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 1
Food was expensive, but good. More expensive than seafood should be when it's locally caught. They were obviously taking advantage of the tourism. Service was okay at best.
They advertise that they are open until 10 pm. I arrived at 8:45 pm and was told they were closed. The hostess just smiled and was actually rude when I questioned why they advertise as being open until 10 pm. Do NOT recommend going here. I was a single diner willing to order quickly. No hospitality or sense of customer service. It didn’t look very busy. Eat elsewhere. Poor treatment of the public.
Post-note: I am reposting this as the restaurant took it down, rather than responding to my email or being accountable for their bad service. Even more of a message to everyone - stay away!
Service: 1
The food is so tiny. I would give 6 out of 5 for atmosphere but food is petite portions and I’m tiny and I was still hungry. I don’t want to eat a lobster roll for 42 dollars where the majority of it is French fries. Comments are accurate — this place was reasonable before seaport area was built. Pity but still, lovely atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
The place is great and the food was very good. The fish and chips were amazing. My hubby and I love to share our food because we can't eat much, and we shared the fish and chips. I love the way the fish was fried. Not too dry and plain old delicious. We ordered the hot crab dip. Yummy! There were cute little birdies that flew into the restaurant and started eating crumbs from the floor. They were a little startling when they flew right past your face. A funny tip is, the music is loud. It wasn't bad music, but very loud. Not loud enough to leave, but loud. There were a couple of signs posted basically saying, PLEASE DON'T ASK US TO TURN DOWN THE MUSIC. THIS IS NOT A LIBRARY. LOL!!!! The service was good too.
If you’re craving seafood without the white tablecloths, The Barking Crab in Boston is where you need to be. This no‑frills, by‑the‑water gem dishes up some seriously seasoned favorites that hit every craving without overdoing it. We dug into steamers, salad, snow crab legs, and a perfectly steamed lobster and crab combo. Each dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully balanced—just the right amount of seasoning to let the seafood shine. The only downside? Every drink, from beer to wine to cocktails, comes in a plastic cup—which felt a bit too casual for such great food. Still, when the plates are this satisfying, it’s hard to complain. For anyone who loves good old‑fashioned New England seafood without the pretense, The Barking Crab is your go‑to spot. Come hungry, roll up your sleeves, and prepare to get cracking!
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Hours are not correct or they choose to close early
Feels like a beer garden Boston equivalent. Lively, great soundtrack and quick service. You don't have to be young to enjoy it 😜
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
It was a bit overpriced considering the size of the lobster roll. The flavor of the roll was good but certainly not the best that I've had while in New England area.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Touristic place. Ok food, nice atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Fantastic place to visit! Food was great! Crab cakes to perfection, Snow Crab Legs cooked perfect and not cold! Attentive service! Moderately priced.
If in Boston, eat here. Came highly recommended and did not disappoint.
Fantastic atmosphere! Quaint!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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