Jea Kim
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One of the top three modern seafood restaurants I’ve been to in Boston.
A relatively new addition to Fenway's dining scene, All that Fish serves phenomenal seafood dishes in a stunning new interior and in great vibes. However, I was quite surprised to find the place quite empty on my recent visit.
We started off our evening with some oysters and a selection of crudos, as suggested by our server. The oysters, featuring varieties like Merry Duxbury and Wellfleet Grand, stood out as some of the finest I've tasted in Boston and their unique sauces added a Latin American twist to the briny delicacies. The Day Boat Scallop Tiradito and Fluke Crudo had great textural play and flavor balance. The thinly-sliced scallops, paired with crunchy corn nuts, and the fatty fluke, accented with tropical mango vinaigrette, set a high bar for the rest of the meal.
The small plates that followed were equally impressive. The Uni dish, with its rich caviar and spiced cream fraîche on toasted milk bread, was a standout. The Crab Toast, Lobster in Tiger’s Milk, and Spicy Octopus Tostada each brought a unique fusion of flavors, bold and sophisticated. Soaked in coconut milk and seasoned with passionfruit, the lobster had a delightfully refreshing flavor which was complemented by sweet potato crisps. Another really interesting dish was the spicy octopus tostada. Atop a crispy tortilla was a chilled octopus, flavored with creamy umami using tomatoes and their sauce. Corn and tortilla also added the much-needed crunch.
While the Charred Hamachi was slightly on the saltier side, the pickled ginger mayo provided a creamy, sweet balance. The Bluefish a la Plancha, cooked to moist perfection, was a tad less exciting compared to the other dishes, but its crispy skin and well-paired sides made it enjoyable.
Overall, an outstanding modern seafood spot that deserves far more attention. If you're craving for top-notch seafood in an elegant yet approachable setting, this is undoubtedly the place to go. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.