Eventide Fenway
"The 'treat yourself' seafood spot. When parents are paying or you got that internship offer, Eventide is the move."
Last verified: 2024-12-20
What to Order
- Brown Butter Lobster Roll - life-changing, the signature dish
- Oysters - pristine selection, rotating varieties
- Fried Clams - crispy perfection
- Crab Toast - Instagram famous for a reason
- New England Clam Chowder - elevated classic
What to Avoid
- Coming without a reservation on weekends - essential
- Skipping the lobster roll - you came here, commit
- Expecting budget prices - this is a splurge spot
The Full Review
Eventide is where you go when you want to experience Boston seafood at its absolute finest. This James Beard Award-winning spot from Portland, Maine brought their legendary brown butter lobster roll to Fenway, and Boston is better for it.
That lobster roll—served on an Asian-style steamed bun with brown butter—is genuinely one of the best things you'll ever eat. It's not cheap ($28+), but it's the kind of food that makes you understand why people fly to Maine for lobster.
The raw bar is impeccable. Rotating oyster varieties from New England and beyond, each one pristine and briny. The fried clams are perfectly crispy. The crab toast is Instagram-famous for good reason.
The vibe is modern and buzzy—concrete floors, open kitchen, communal tables. It's loud and lively, very much a "scene." Not the spot for a quiet dinner but perfect for celebrations.
This is where you bring your parents when they visit and you want to show them Boston dining has come a long way. Or where you celebrate getting into that grad program. Special occasion energy, worth-every-penny food.
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1321 Boylston St, Boston
Fenway * 0.6 mi from campus
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What Students Say
"My mom took me here for my birthday and that lobster roll literally made me emotional. Not kidding."
"If you're going to splurge on one meal near BU, make it Eventide. That lobster roll is worth it."
"Parent visit? Eventide. Job offer celebration? Eventide. Crying about tuition? Eventide. It cures all."
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Eventide?
Highly recommended, especially for dinner and weekends. Walk-ins possible but you might wait 45+ minutes.
How much is the lobster roll at Eventide?
Around $28-32. Yes, it's expensive. Yes, it's worth it. Budget for a special occasion.
What makes the Eventide lobster roll special?
Brown butter instead of mayo, served on a steamed bun. It's lighter, richer, and completely different from typical rolls.
Is Eventide good for groups?
Yes! Communal tables and shareable dishes work well. Great for celebrations with 4-8 people.