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"Nautilus Pier 4" is a trendy and upscale tapas restaurant located at 300 Pier Four Blvd in Boston, MA. Offering a unique seafood-focused menu with dishes like Vietnamese Beef Tataki Salad, Dandan Noodles, Szechuan Wok-Tossed Green Beans, Charcoal Prawns, and Octopus, the restaurant exceeds expectations with well-portioned and delicious plates. Customers rave about the amazing food, friendly service, and charming waterfront ambiance. Despite some mixed reviews on pricing and service speed, the overall experience at "Nautilus Pier 4" is one to remember, making it a must-visit dining destination in Boston.
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“ I was expecting more, but overall it was a good meal. The set up of the restaurant is a little odd and service was slow. We were seated in a back room where there was a separate bar, and the party next to us kept having to squeeze between our table and the wall to get by. A bit stiff for vibes and probably not a great spot to just get drinks. The food was very yummy, but overpriced for what it is and very small portions. I'm glad we went to give it a try, but I don't think we're in any rush to go back. ”
“ We ate here last night, and it exceeded our expectations! We sat at the chef's counter and found the plates we ordered to be delicious and well-portioned. We got the Vietnamese Beef Tataki Salad, Dandan Noodles, Szechuan Wok-Tossed Green Beans, Charcoal Prawns, Octopus, and a Salmon Tostado. Service was great, and the space was cute and right on the water. We'll definitely come back. ”
“ The food here is pretty good. I would say a lot of it seems to be inspired by asian dishes. (I'm not sure who the chefs & owners are) The scallops, the corn, and the octopus were really good here. The bathroom here is also pretty nice & there's an underwater theme throughout. ”
“ Delicious spot by Pier 4! Came here for a business meal and we ordered quite a lot for a party of 4 but the food, service, and atmosphere was amazing. Had no complaints other than the fact that there was a spider on the wall behind me. Every single dish blew my expectation and the drinks were also amazing. We did not feel rushed at all and the server was very friendly. Definitely coming back :) ”
“ We had an amazing experience! The service was quick, on top of things, and made excellent recommendations. We were absolutely thrilled. My group is in town for a work conference and decided to grab food here. Loved that it's tapas style because we were able to try a few things each and some of them were things I wouldn't have ordered myself as I'm not the biggest seafood fan. I can honestly say I enjoyed everything I tried. It can get a little noisy inside, but overall we were comfortable. We all had various drinks we enjoyed beforehand, and I can't even name all the dishes, but I took photos when I could remember. We didn't get dessert, and didn't ask what the options were because we were so full. Would absolutely go back. Kudos to the team that served us! ”
“ Came on a Wednesday night, which was actually pretty busy. Noise level was a little bit high, but that's understandable given the crowd. High energy vibe. Service was quick and very good. The staff kept checking on us making sure we had drinks or anything else we needed. The charcoal grill prawns were excellent, it was cooked just right. The chili paste infusion paired very well with the succulent meat. The oyster tacos were especially good. The fresh oyster combined with the Nori and that wasabi aïoli gave it just the right kick and flavor profile. Overall, great place to have drinks, good food, and share with friends. Parking is very tough around the Seaport area so I suggest you take a rideshare or T. ”
“ One of the most delicious restaurant in seaport. It combined the Asian cuisines in a nice way, like halibut with curry, pickles with fried oysters, and they came out very delicious. The decoration is also modern and beautiful. ”
“ Great spot by the water. Food was fantastic. Literally everything we tried was spot on. It is quite pricey, but worth it. MVPs of the night were the oyster tacos, the fried calamari and the halibut. Service could've been better. Our server was a bit rude, and didn't crack a smile the entire meal. ”
“ Nautilus has a gorgeous space down near the end of Pier 4, with ample seating both indoors and outdoors. We were lucky enough to visit on one of the last evenings where it would feel pleasant to have dinner outside, and thankfully so because the water and lighting outside and the view of the other parts of the area make for a perfect atmosphere. Service is really fast, friendly, and attentive. They're really on top of things in a way that makes your experience feel absolutely seamless. We started with some drinks, and I had the 1260 spritz. It was really crisp and refreshing. The menu is basically entirely meant to be shared. Most of the items are tapas-sized, and then they have a couple large-format items that are also supposed to be shared. Of the tapas-sized items, we had the tomato salad, the short rib, and the calamari. We also shared the peking duck, which is one of the larger format items. I was with a group of five, and the smaller shared items we got were portioned such that each of us could take 1-2 bites. The tomato salad was really delicious, and the frico adds a welcome crunch and saltiness that is balanced by the freshness and juiciness of the tomato. The short ribs are perfectly cooked, with a lovely char flavor. They're juicy and you'll be gnawing the bones. The calamari is interesting in the sense that the fried calamari comes topped with a large pile of thinly shredded cabbage slaw with peanut crumbles and peanut sauce. It makes for a well balanced bite when mixed all together. The peking duck is definitely a showstopper. You get a bunch of crispy-skinned, juicy, perfectly cooked duck breast as well as some suuuuper crispy and fatty meat from elsewhere on the duck, over some rice that gets saturated with duck fat (in my opinion the S tier fat), with the thick bao, some lettuce if you want to make lettuce wraps, some herbs and pickled carrot slices, and three sauces--hoisin, smoky mayo, and sriracha. I'm a bit of a traditionalist when it comes to peking duck, so I mainly stuck to the hoisin, but my friends who tried the other sauces enjoyed them. The duck itself is perfectly cooked and crispy. Scooping up the rice after we'd eaten all the duck was a high point. It's a really fun menu item to share with a group. My only complaint about the duck is that as the customer you end up not actually getting to eat all the meat on the duck...the menu says "whole roasted duck", and I personally do expect to be given all of the meat of the duck, not just the breast and the meat that's off the bones, which is how they often do it at Chinese restaurants. I get that the main customer base for this restaurant may not expect that or know what to do with duck meat on a bone, but if that's the case then don't put "whole roasted duck" on the menu. Overall, this is a nice restaurant that fits the bill for a place you'd take people with upscale taste if you want to impress them with the experience and the view. The food will satisfy most tastes, although I'm not sure I'd take a vegetarian here as the options are slim. It is definitely on the pricey side, which is not surprising given the location, so keep that in mind. ”
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Welcome to Nautilus Pier 4, a trendy and upscale tapas/small plates restaurant specializing in seafood dishes. Located in Boston, MA, this restaurant offers a unique dining experience with a variety of amenities such as outdoor seating, gender-neutral restrooms, and plastic-free packaging.
Customer reviews rave about the delicious and well-portioned dishes served at Nautilus Pier 4. The Vietnamese Beef Tataki Salad, Dandan Noodles, Szechuan Wok-Tossed Green Beans, Charcoal Prawns, Octopus, and Salmon Tostado are just a few of the mouth-watering options available. The restaurant's underwater theme adds to the ambiance, creating a memorable dining experience.
Despite minor inconveniences like slow service or noise levels, customers appreciate the excellent recommendations from the attentive staff. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking to try something new, Nautilus Pier 4 is a must-visit destination for a delightful dining experience by the water.
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