Pescador

Food Absolutely fantastic! Every single dish we ordered was so well made. I was particularly impressed by the roasted oyster. It reminded me of the bone marrow dish, which you can soak the bread in the sauce. Also, the seafood paella is a must try. There were so much seafood in the dish which made it delicious, but what made the dish unique was the burned rice. It added the crispy touch to each bite. What a treat. Everything else The decor had the Caribbean vibe and the service was top notch.

Absolutely wonderful from every angle. We ordered 3 dishes (based on server’s recommendations), and each one was perfect. As a person who doesn’t normally eat cooked oysters, i strongly recommend the cooked oysters - absolutely delicious!!

Humbled authenticity of Mexican beachside food in the heart of Kenmore We had been waiting for Pescador, under the oversight of Blue Ribbon Restaurants (thank you!), to open its doors. Situated in Kenmore Square at the old Island Creek Oyster Bar hotspot (no slouch itself) and attached to The Commonwealth, it could not be more appropriately situated to continue the locale as a seafood-inclined eatery. A demurely-lit, visually appealing foyer opens to communal seating, an expansive bar, and a variety of seating arrangements, all well-spaced to ensure both lively discussions or intimate settings. As recommended by our server, with Palomas in hand, we opted for the Peruvian Ceviche and Octopus with Chorizo. Both were simply prepared, which no doubt led to their individually sublime tastes. Kudos to his excellent palette. The ceviche was Incredibly fresh, light and savory, and paired wonderfully with the sautéed-near-crispy sliced octopus, which itself was complemented exquisitely with smoky chorizo (hint- ask for extra ciabatta to mop up the garlic & olive oil goodness). Well done. Mains included the New Bedford sea scallops, resting on a bed of Esquites corn, Mexican crema and salsa roja, which held it own, and the whole roast branzino - zarandeado style - which, eaten with incredibly moist and soft tortillas, was the secret star…this dish in particular, conjured memories of sitting in a tiny restaurant off the beaten path, in Puerto Morelos, wolfing down fresh-off-the-boat whole roasted fish, soft tacos style, with plenty of cold cervezas. There is so much to sample- and the small dishes make it enticing to explore. Throughout the evening, from the music piping overhead, to the multitude of evening-goers, it was a memorable experience with impressionable and delectable tastes, we will be back.

We came here for Valentine's dinner. They had a special menu (we were not aware until we arrived) for the occasion but we opted to order from the normal menu instead. What made us choose this relatively new place was the incredible photos of the dishes shared online plus the menu offered. Also the small reviews it had were all positive. We arrived early and were able to get a drink and order an appetizer at the bar, the appetizer came right when our table was ready so we closed at the bar and moved headed to the table with our drinks and appetizer. We ordered: Crispy Calamari: the appetizer we ordered at the bar. This was very crispy and delicious. Really loved the green sauce. It didn't come with lemons, we asked for some and it fully elevated and already amazing dish. Lobster Pescador: Don't get me wrong, everything at this place was amazing but this was definitely the highlight dish. That lobster was incredible!!! Don't be afraid to get your hand dirty. Well worth it! Spanish Octopus: This was cooked perfectly and the sauce was also incredible. The almonds had a smokey flavor which elevated this dish. Pork Ribs al Pastor: These ribs were so tender and smokey. Delicious, my only complaint was that the diced pineapple seemed like it wasn't ripe enough since it wasn't as sweet as I'd like it to be. Tres Leches Roulade: Delicious! Those coconut flakes were amazing! Churros: These were so warm and delicious! For drinks were ordered the Paloma, the Reina de la Selva (really liked this one) and the Mango con Chile. Overall all the food (minus the calamari and lobster) and drinks had a distinct common flavor and that's "smokey". Each dish/drink had some notes of smokeyness that elevated the dish/drink in a positive way. Would definitely come back here to repeat some dishes and try out some new ones!

Nestled next to the Commonwealth hotel, Pescador is a welcome new addition that serves contemporary seafood fares. Recently took a visit with my family to experience this new chic eatery. Set in a large room of mature neutrals, it seemed like a great place to socialize and converse in a soothing yet vibrant atmosphere. Soaked in chili butter and lime juice, the oyster asada was the highlight from the appetizers. With each bite, salt-addled umami flooded my mouth, and mopping up the juice with the bread was very satisfying. Blended in a coconut-based sauce with orange and pistachio, the scallop crudo veered between creamy and refreshing. Both the ahi tuna poke and the shrimp pescador were good but somewhat plain given the price. The entrées were also a mix of hits and misses. Dressed in a mélange of sliced tomatoes, olive oil, and fresh herbs, the red snapper was simple but delectable. The New Bedford scallops were good on their own, but the bold aroma of cilantro wafting from the creamy Esquites corn was a bit overwhelming. More substantial dishes included the squid ink risotto and the clam & jalapeño pizza. The interplay between smoked shrimp, calamari, and aromatic rice was dazzling, and each bite was truly blissful. The texture of the clams on the pizza was also excellent. Standing on top of mint labneh, the lamb chops were also surprisingly nice and tender. We didn’t expect this from a seafood place but were glad we ordered. There are quite a few seafood restaurants in the Back Bay area with similar menus, so the overall culinary approach at Pescador was nothing new. Nevertheless, we enjoyed our dinner here and will probably be back to try more.

Great experience at Pescador! We ordered a variety of appetizers and mains. The highlight of the meal for me are the nachos (they’re more like tostadas) and the Lobster Pescador. For drinks, the mango con Chile was great. The Paloma royale was also great to order to share! The glass was the size of my face.

The scallops and red snapper were both top-notch. Farro and scallop, appetizer and frijoles side a bit less so. Service was rather nonchalant, with the wrong appetizer coming out. We were celebrating a birthday, and while they do offer candles, the dessert is not complementary, which came as a bit of a surprise when you are spending $100 a person.

Fantastic seafood restaurant in the heart of Kenmore Square. Great restaurant for Mexican cocktails and wine. I had the swordfish and broccolini. The swordfish was cooked to perfection and the broccolini had good tahini and lime added to it too. I had great service at the bar too. I do suggest the restaurant in having a few salad dressing options in case the customer doesn’t like the one salad dressing of choice.

I chose Pescador for its great reviews and it did not disappoint! I had made a reservation in advance for our group of 6. When we arrived, I immediately liked the modern and slightly nautical interior. For drinks, I got a glass of Sangria and my friends chose the Paloma and Mango Con Chile Margarita. All the drinks were excellent! Our server recommended we start with Guacamole, Salsa, and Chips, so we did - they weren't bad by any means, but I do wish we had picked a more creative appetizer. Next, we got a dozen Raw Oysters which were delicious - great assortment with tasty Agua Chile and Salsa Marisquera. For our actual meal, my sister and I split three items - the Ahi Tuna Poke (incredible, so fresh), Corn Ribs (tasty but not life changing), and the Lobster Risotto (ridiculously good). My friends all loved their food as well, including the Mushroom Paella, Squid Ink Risotto, and Steak Tacos. We were incredibly full after this, but couldn't resist looking at the dessert menu and ordering the Flan to share - so rich and tasty, highly recommend! Overall, Pescador was a great experience, between the food, service, and ambiance. Would happily return!

Perfection!!! Food, service and atmosphere were 5 stars! Went on a rainy Monday at 5:30 it was quite empty but 30 minutes into dinner it was getting quite full so I recommend reservations if you're coming. Everything was DELICIOUS. Well executed. We ordered the Branzino, lobster and pork tacos. Everything was cooked to perfection. The margaritas were fresh and sangria on point. We also were greedy and ordered 3 different desserts. All the desserts were great and shareable. Our waiter, I believe his name was Rafael, was the epitome of perfection.I would 100% come back again.

I had the absolute best meal at Pescador! We got about 3 app, ~2 drinks each, and split two entrees and the bill was about $126 per person for 3 people. Not cheap but 2 drinks, an app, and a entree at a seafood place definitely would be at least $80 anywhere. There was copious street parking (meters free after 6pm) along the surrounding streets. The service was GREAT. They were shooting some social media content which was fun to see. They accidentally made us an extra drink and comped it which was nice. The grilled oysters were outstanding. Most flavorful dish I have ever had in Boston. The lobster tacos were amazing too. A close 2nd. The restaurant was busy so we we're definitely happy we made a resy in advance. Very beautifully decorated and low lights. Excellent first date spot. I cannot wait to go back!

Another amazing meal at Pescador for my birthday. The staff (Peter and Mellie) made sure everything was truly amazing and were very gracious. Food was on point as always, still some of the best wings in the city. The swordfish romesco was on point, will be back again!

Incredible ambiance inside yet separate from the hotel commonwealth! You feel like you can come early and stay late into the night. The management is exquisite and lively! The drinks will get you so know your limits...or don't!

This place had some big shoes to fill in taking over the former Island Creek Oyster space, and I'm so happy to say they've pulled it off! The food was so good--I'm already planning my next visit to sample some more of the menu. The mixology program here does not disappoint. I started with the Pepino, which has all of my favorite cocktail ingredients wrapped up in one drink. It was sooo fresh and bright thanks to the lime and mint. The jalapeño was pretty subtle, I wouldn't call this a spicy cocktail by any means, and the Xtabentun adds a hint of Anise that I'm not usually a fan of, but it was so well balanced that it worked perfectly for me here. I tried the Jamaica margarita next which was also delicious, just a little less special so I'll spare you the details. As far as the food goes, it was so hard to pick just a few things from this mouth-watering menu. We sampled the below: - Octopus & Chorizo - Oysters Asadas - Clam & Jalapeño pizza - Yellowtail Crudo - Grilled Broccolini The Oysters Asadas was the star of the show, it's an absolute must try. I mean it; don't go here without trying these, it'll be a big miss. Everything else was great too, I'd say the Octopus & Chorizo was the least exciting, but still good. The Grilled Broccolini with tahini yogurt sauce was a surprise treat too. Finally, for a seafood place, Pescador makes a mean pizza crust. The vibe, staff, drinks, and food were all spot on. I can't wait to visit again (I've got my eye on the Branzino and some of the Cocteles for sure). It's expensive don't get me wrong, but that's what you get when it comes to high end seafood in Boston. I could go on and on about this place, but just try it for yourself, you won't be sorry.

Wow what a beautiful restaurant! The inside is just incredible. It is spacious and decorated in ocean theme. The drinks are on another level! I highly recommend getting drinks if you are there, they are strong though! The food and vibes were unmatched and I would love to come back again.

Great place to catch up with a friend, date night or a by your self type of night. Pretty big inside. Only downside is bathroom not located in restaurant.

Good option for seafood near Kenmore, but kind of overpriced for the portion size and quality. The vibes here are great for date night. It's dimly lit, super romantic at night. Just know that some of the tables are quite close so its not the quietest of places. The servers here are very attentive and nice, but the food took a really long time to come out. The food was alright, but especially given the small portions, not sure it was worth the cost. My favorites of the night were definitely the oyster asada, Peruvian crudo, and tres leches roulade, so don't miss those! On the other hand, the sea scallops were slightly overcooked, and the squid ink risotto was rather bland. I would probably come back for some of the apps and the ambiance if I am in Kenmore Square again!

Sooooo ... I miss Island Creek Oyster, BUT I am sooooo glad that Pescador just moved in. A little on the pricey side ... but that won't stop me from coming back. For being a really new restaurant, they really took my breath away. Ambience = Amazing!!! Food = Pretty amazing!!! Service = Amazing!!! The only thing I didn't really like were the churros, but I'll get into that later. Ohhhhh ... and also the fact that this place STILL does not have their own bathrooms. Like WTH?! Ambience: Just beautiful!!! I love the decor. The layout is really great for romantic dates or large parties. Pretty cozy vibe. Food: Everything was great, but the Oysters Asadas and the Tres Leches Roulade were SUPER SUPER SUPER GREAT!!! I want them again nowwwww!!! We also got the Crispy Calamari, the Peruvian Ceviche, the Lobster Risotto, and the Churros. Oh, man ... the churros. They just did not hit the spot for me and were pretty disappointing. Not crispy enough ... and tasted too healthy. Like they were made with whole wheat flour. Is that how they're supposed to made??? I honestly do not know. I just know they did not work for me. I liked everything else though. Service: Our server was great. A little too busy at times, but that's when the managers (I think) stepped into help. I saw them handing out dishes, cleaning tables, talking to guests, etc. I loved it!!! I love to see restaurant managers really get into working and getting to know their patrons. The team vibe is something that really impresses me, so A+++ for that here. Can't wait to go back and try more dishes and their drinks!!!

Overall great food and decent service! It is definitely on the pricier side though so I won't come often but it was a good experience. Our server was very nice and gave lots of recommendations but he needed some more experience on timing. He constantly asked when to fire the next set of plates and if we were done with the dishes even though someone was still eating. We ordered a bunch of food: Beet salad: nothing special but it was nice and refreshing. Came with yellow beets which I actually liked more than red/purple beets. Yellowtail Crudo: delicious! Super fresh and well balanced in flavor Chicken wings: this one was mind blowing at $24 so I had to see what was so special about it. It was about 6 total pieces and really crispy/tender but I don't think it was worth the price. It came with a hot honey sauce. Calamari: loved this dish! Super fresh, crispy, not too oily, and I loved the sauces. Oyster asada: it doesn't look pretty but it is flavorful - a pleasant and welcomed surprise! Branzino: one of the priciest dishes on the menu...it was cooked well and mostly deboned. It comes with a tortilla and salsa plate and you are supposed to build your own taco. I wasn't a huge fan of their tortilla as it disintegrated in my hand within seconds. I ended up just eating it as is with the salsa. Spanish octopus: tasty and light! Would get again Seafood paella: the seafood flavor was really strong and tasty but this isn't paella - it's more like a prior stage to risotto with how wet it was and no socarrat Would definitely come back to try other dishes on the menu!

5 stars for food and service. The classic margarita was perfection. Al was a gem. He kept the margaritas flowing and everything we ate was delicious. Order two of the nachos- just do it.

Came here for our anniversary celebration and put it on the Open Table reservation. They must not have seen it since there wasn't any mention of it. Curiously, I overheard our waiter ask another couple seated next to us I f they were celebrating anything and offered them champagne for starter or a dessert at the end. Still, server was responsive and cordial. Cool vibe though the restaurant was nearly empty on our early arrival around 5:45. Place was nearly packed by the end of dinner. Ordered a couple cocktails, the Pepino and Spicy Piña. Tasted ok, but tiny and expensive. Ordered the Copa Royale. Fresh seafood but not very flavorful. Split a Caesar salad. Boring and plain we regretted the choice. Squid ink risotto and Seafood paella were of decent portions and flavorful. Given so many other options in Boston, not sure if we'd return. Honestly for the money, you're better off at Barcelona Wine Bar. Boston 2.5 or 3. NYC 1.5 or 2.

Came back for dinner and once again was wowed by the service and food! We were celebrating my friend's birthday and they went above and beyond to make her feel special. The crudo portion was very good, served with tostadas. It was a nice way to start the meal. The Caesar was authentic with anchovies and honestly so delicious. The oysters asada were spicy and also a really great start to our meal. However, the lamb chops were truly the standout of the meal. So flavorful and very fun sharing portion. We also got the branzino which was served as tacos which was a nice end to the meal. The only thing we didn't enjoy was the accompaniment we selected which was the lobster risotto. It was a little bland and prepared with a little too much liquid for my taste. I would also recommend the servers to ask about allergies and dietary restrictions! Nevertheless overall it was such a well rounded meal with great appetizers and cocktails being the standouts.

The oysters are incredible, the bread was fluffy and crispy. Service was truly phenomenal, and the interior is spacious and clean. Their lobster tacos and paella were okay, but the oysters, the ceviche and tres leches stole the show!

I have been staying at the hotel commonwealth for a week and the staff have been pumping this new restaurant up. I finally decided to give it a try. I give the menu a once over and see that Blanton's is on the menu. I ask a the lady behind the bar in a black button up with grey stripes for a Blanton's neat and she asks did I see a bottle I said no it is on the menu. She states well if u really want it I'll go over to the other side and get a bottle at the sushi. Really your going to give me attitude because I order a drink on your menu not my problem. Next I order the lobster risotto and it's the loosest I have ever had. Picture for proof The manager did come out and comp my ticket but he shouldn't have had to. I don't mind paying for dinner and a drink. The black gentlemen behind the bar that took my food order was amazing and the manager did his best to try and get me to try something else but when u mess up a risotto I'm sorry but I'm done.

I went to Pescador with some girlfriends this past week located near Fenway Park on 498 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA. For appetizers we got the crispy calamari mojo verde and tomatillo avocado salsa. These sauces paired very well with the calamari and they even make some of their sauces in house 9/10! Another appetizer we got was the nachos imperial with adobo shrimp, tomatillo avocado salsa and vermont cheddar. These were delicious and perfect for the four of us as everyone got their own individual nacho 8/10. For side dishes we got the mexican street cauliflower with chipotle sauce, mexican crema, cotija cheese and ancho chile. This was a fun spin on mexican street corn and was basically cauliflower steak 8/10. For main dishes we got the lobster tacos which had grilled corn , red cabbage and tomatillo avocado salsa. I'm not even a huge lobster girl and these were fantastic 9/10. We got their special truffle corn and prosciutto pizza which had sweet corn, arugula, and a truffle vinaigrette. This pizza tasted so good! Cooked to perfection with unique flavors. Finally, for main dishes we had their mushroom paella with broccolini and butternut squash. This was such a refreshing summer dish and perfect to share with others 9/10. For dessert we had the passion fruit pie blueberries, meringue and vanilla ice cream. This was a very unique dessert and honestly so good I need more passionfruit flavor in my life 9/10. If you are looking for a more upscale seafood dining experience in Boston I suggest checking this place out! Food: 9/10 Ambiance: 9/10 Affordability: 5/10

I real enjoyed flavorful Spanish Mediterranean cuisine. Had the seafood platter which consists of oysters and ceviche and lobster and shrimp. Then I had squid ink risotto and scallops. Incredibly delicious. I had the tres leche cake for dessert which was delicious because of it was not overly sweet. I will definitely come here again but the service was a little slow. Got the seafood platter before my cocktails.

Pescador is a bit overrated for their brunch menu. They have limited option for food, but a ton of drink options (makes us 3/4 of the menu). We ordered pork hash, pancakes, ceviche, and smoked salmon. The food was good and filling but pretty heavy. Service is ok; we had to ask to get our water refilled. On the other hand, the interior of the restaurant is absolutely stunning. It is spacious with beautiful decorations. Overall rating: 6/10

Had dinner last night at pescador. The waitress was so lovely and happy to offer suggestions. The kale salad was my favorite item of the night actually. The scallops were also delicious. The classic margarita was fantastic and I'm particular with my margs! Service was oddly paced. Food came out quick but as another reviewer mentioned, it was difficult to get additional rounds of drinks. Perhaps adding another bartender would enable them to keep the drinks flowing. We were in and out quicker than usual, not somewhere I'd go to have a few rounds of drinks to catch up with friends but maybe just to grab a quick bite.

3 because we had a great time. The vibe was nice, the location is perfect, the waitress was extremely attentive and very polite. The food was delicious!!! However the appetizers had a larger serving than the actual plates. The seafood entrées we small. Except for the Paella. Jjst ask the waiter and get details on the quantity. Otherwise, I loved my dinner.

Oh baby Pescador was amazing! The food, the ambiance and the service was all amazing. My friend and I went for a girlfriend date and I've been meaning to go there. F

Overall rating: 4.5 stars The staff is super sweet and are so welcoming Food: Latin fusion inspired dishes/mainly seafood we went for brunch We got the donut of the week which was pineapple creme brulee, oysters, pizza topped off with a poached egg (so runny and the yolk went well with the pizza), ceviche, and tres leches pancakes. Pricing: reasonably priced, on the more pricier side but it's an upscale eatery Ambiance: very tall ceilings and windows, bright and spacious, there is a sushi bar located right in the middle Seating & Parking: there's no parking but there is plenty of seating, attached to the hotel Service: one of the BEST, our host was a little cold but the manager and waitress were so sweet and welcoming, they ran us through what each dish was a little history behind it (they convinced us to try a Mexican espresso martini and I was impressed!) Music: Latin music and pop music Bathrooms: the bathroom is located in the hotel, it's to the front right and up the staircase Final comments: a great spot for Latin inspired seafood

Ok honestly, I'm too generous with these reviews. I have 6% on my phone so I hope it doesn't die while I'm writing this but I expected more and better from this place. Service was subpar and the waiter kept lurking by my table when we didn't need him and would be non existent when we did need him. I don't know then he would respawn out of nowhere (like teleportation or something). The lights randomly dimmed out of nowhere and I got spooked. Then I ordered the lobster since I'm fancy and it was ok but taste quality didn't really match the price. Also there was a broken spoon which was lowkey sharp that my brother's girlfriend cut her tongue on (ouch!). Anyway, if you want to spend a lot of money on decent food, this is the place to go. P.S. As I was writing this I saw like 6 cop cars and then got a text from my brother that he saw a dude with a pistol and called the cops

Great place if you're a seafood lover. The corn "rib" appetizer (fried slices of corn on the cob with spices) was delicious. Never had anything like it before so I had to ask how they made it. The octopus and chorizo was a great combination. I'm not an octopus lover because they tend to be chewy but this place had very tender slices. I had a grill fish which was done to perfection. And the tres leche desert was phenomenal. Not very sweet as they typically are made and with a coconut base milk that has me eating the last drop. You need to make reservations. The bar was half empty at 7:30p on Friday and completely packed 30 mins later

Very good! We sat at the Ceviche bar so could watch the cooks prep. Kale and squash salad was a highlight! We tried the cochetels which is a bit like chips and salsa with raw fish mixed in. Friend thought it was more like a Bloody Mary with raw fish. It's served in a margarita glass. Interesting but might not do it again. Swordfish was a nice steak on a bed of Brussels and smashed roasted new potatoes.

Great food, yellow beats, great veg, fish & lobster tacos, tres leche fruit tart desserts, super friendly service, lively atmosphere. Will return!

Sort of confused by the ambiance/décor of this place. It was a mashup b/w a South American fish shack and an upscale hotel-restaurant, and I don't think it worked. The bar was fun and loud and served up a great mango marg, but the food didn't wow me. The octopus and the ceviche were fine, but nothing that would draw me to come back for a sit-down dinner. The service at the bar was fantastic though, so maybe I'll pop back in before a Sox game.

The food blew my mind. I don't know what I was expecting, but everything we got was amazing. we started with oyster- fantastic. Nachos: more like tostadas, but so delicious. we got bronzino, lobster risotto, street corn cauliflower, and some tacos. the scallops were insane , served on a bed of creamy corn. Loved our cocktails, I had the Reina de La selva. All the food was perfect, and surprising and delicious. The lighting was just right and it was not too noisy for a conversation. Seating was comfortable. I would highly recommend this place.

Fantastic seafood restaurant in the heart of Kenmore Square. Great restaurant for Mexican cocktails and wine. I had the swordfish and broccolini. The swordfish was cooked to perfection and the broccolini had good tahini and lime added to it too. I had great service at the bar too. I do suggest the restaurant in having a few salad dressing options in case the customer doesn't like the one salad dressing of choice.

Got a reservation at 5:30 for 2 but arrived at 5:10, the place was empty since they opened at 5pm. I do missed Island Creek. Nice service but overpriced. The corn ribs and seafood paella is the best dishes for the night. Corn ribs are delicious with the seasoning, juicy, not dry. The seafood paella is good, the rice is a little crispy. The coconut scallop crudo was disappointed, the orange, coconut, and pistachio did go well together but just not with the scallop. Overall, it just not worth the price for the portion and ingredients.

My husband and I went to Pescador for dinner last night. We walked into a beautiful interior and greeted with outstanding service. As for the food, the oysters, whole roasted branzino and Peruvian ceviche were amazing! The only negative I can think of was the food came out a little slow, and the price point is pretty high for some of the more basic food items.

Wow, what a great new addition to Kenmore Square. The decor, music, feel upon entering transports you to a scenic, romantic, cobblestoned bistro in South America. Vibes: IMMACULATE 5/5 Food: DELICIOUS 4.8/5 Drinks: EXTENSIVE & FANTASTIC 5/5 Service: PERFECT 5/5 The oysters, calamari, steak, lobster, you name it, try it all. Only issue was a bit of over smokiness on some drinks/foods, could be off putting to some (likely very few). Will be coming back again!

This review is for the Red Snapper (cooked entree) and the yellowtail crudo (raw starter). Pescador has great ambience and excellent fish, prepared simply to highlight the fish's freshness and natural flavor. The Yellowtail Crudo was a refreshing appetite-opener. I thoroughly enjoyed the Red Snapper, which was topped with flavorful cherry tomatoes and crisp microgreens. The Red Snapper was tender and juicy, delicious! The staff were all very attentive and kind. I had dinner there on a Wednesday on the earlier side (on my way home from work), and it was a calm, pleasant dining experience. I recommend weeknight dinner here!

Love this place for seafood! Latin flare and very different place with great food. Love the oysters asada!!! Great drinks, friendly and helpful staff. A must visit in the Fenway!

Last night, we had a terrific experience at Pescador. I loved the departed Island Creek Oyster Bar previously located here. This place is different. Equally fresh seafood forward, but more inventive with a Latino vibe. I was at first disappointed they weren't serving raw oysters (change is hard), but the roasted oysters were AMAZING. Try them. The whole branzino was delicious and served with fancy accoutrements to make little fish tacos. The blue corn tortillas were warm and tasted home made. The ceviches were delicious and all three salads on the menu were so fresh and perfect. My friends had fun cocktails and I was happy they had NA options for me. The menu at first feels a little disorienting ... lots of new cuisine words for me. However, our waiter, Barry, was really patient with all our questions. Actually Barry was the best wait person we've had since before the pandemic. He was welcoming, thoughtful, and gave us great recommendations. He really stewarded us through our experience. Thank you Barry for a great night. Save room for dessert. The churros, tres leches, and some passion fruit thing were all delicious. Finally, the vibe in the place is fun. Sort of Miami casual cool.

We recently dined here and left with a very positive impression. The whole place is beautifully renovated/decorated after the previous business closed. The menu contains a variety of sea food along with different styles of cooking including the a la plancha which we love. The service also was very good. We enjoyed everything we tasted and for sure will be back. Great place for going out or bringing guests.

The octopus is something I dream about on a weekly basis! Perfectly cooked with amazing flavors! Not a bad thing on the menu!

The food was alright, overpriced and under seasoned. The calamari was great. The service was average, the waiter was kind of inattentive. The ambiance was nice though. Maybe too open, but great nonetheless.

LOVE LOVE LOVE! The food was spectacular, we went tuesday night before valentine's day for an early date and our server was this really sweet tall guy that showed us all the best things on the menu. He made really good recommendations including the baked oysters and the spanish octopus. It had this lemon vinaigrette that really complemented the octopus. It's was perfectly cooked not chewy melted, in your mouth. The drinks were really good including the pepino and red sangria. It was refreshing and you could taste the spices without it being overly sweet. The food takes a little longer to come out compared to other restaurants in the area but overall 10/10 would come back again

What a gem. The food was amazing. We had the chicken wings appetizer which was fantastic! Then the branzino with broccolini. We ended with the passion fruit dessert. All were perfect. The staff was very friendly. If I am ever back in Boston I will definitely go back!

this food was heavenly! service was stupendous and the ambience was sexy. the salmon ceviche was my absolute favorite

This is a must for seafood lovers in Boston. They have a mix of South American and Spanish seafood dishes. Just perusing the menu as a crudo addict was exciting. The cocteles are full of fresh ingredients. The octopus coctele was a little over cooked and chewy but overall a good value. The bass crudo was delicious with a large portion of fish. Adding currants was unexpected but perfect for the dish. Drinks were well balanced and strong. Wine pour wasn't particularly generous so I'd stick with cocktails next time. I would also recommend the paella; the portion size was surprisingly large for the price. Broccolini was not well cooked. It was still quite a stalky and hard to cut. Our waiter was very attentive and gave a ton of useful advice on the menu, portion sizes, and suggestions based on palette preferences. The decor was very inviting but I was kind of surprised how many large tvs there were. Personally, that detracted from the escapism for me.

My husband and I wanted to love this place but it fell short on many counts. We were loyalists to Island Creek Oyster Bar ( the restaurant before Pescador) and maybe unconsciously we expected that caliber or better. Pescador is on the pricier side ( which is fine) but with that comes hospitality expectations. When we arrived, both hostesses were nowhere to be found. The flow immediately seemed off. The tables were filled and the decor was beautiful. It brought a coastal feel which was refreshing. We sat at the ceviche bar and our waiter was fine. It took over 20 minutes to get a martini though... we actually thought about leaving because everything was taking so long...maybe they have kinks to still iron out. I personally disagree with the reviews. The food was OK. We ordered the oysters asada and calamari for appetizers. It was fine but nothing stood out for the price of the appetizers. The flavors were flat. The caesar salad we split was excellent. Flavors popped and it was worthwhile to eat. The ceviche was fine...it wasn't memorable. We also ordered the seafood paella. I have had excellent paella and this wasn't it. If memory serves me right, I think the dish was $43 and it looked like precooked rice with cutup cooked ceviche material mixed it. It was a HUGE disappointment, The blackened salmon was good but for a seafood restaurant, it was just mediocre. Look, the restaurant is beautiful and the atmosphere is fun. It's great for a girls night out or a group dinner date. However, if you are an actual "foodie", I would be cautious. Pescador is not as sharp and refined as I HOPED it would be.

Stayed in the hotel next door and they recommended it. Nice ambiance, a little loud up front, but better in the back. Had black bass and chips with salsa and guacamole. Guacamole was delicious. Fish was really good too. Good service too. It seemed there were lots of special diners, anniversaries, friend groups, etc. Price seemed reasonable even for a semi-fancy place.

Service: Front staff was nice and even sat us early. The waiter was nice, helpful, and quick. Kitchen got out the food quick. Though it looked like the waiters in general were overloaded. Ambiance: The area was nice, clean, and busy. If you don't mind speaking up or loud and having to repeat yourself you'll be happy with the location. The restroom situation is a littler weird and inconvenient. You must leave the restaurant and go in to the hotel. Food: The appetizers and main courses were good. Pulpo and frijoles were good and but small and pricey. The mariscos plate had the same problem. Was looking forward to Latino mariscos which there were some options and for what was ordered it was good overall. However for the price the food was a weak value. For example the plate a similar order of two small plates 1 ceviche and 1 aguachile and a coctel de camarón ( literally one prawn) for $46 would be less than half in Miami or Los Angeles and significantly cheaper in my trips to various parts of Mexico. It's great for Boston but my partner and I were left disillusioned and likely won't be returning.

This new restaurant in Boston is a must try!! I don't rave about every place, but this one is worth a visit. The staff is friendly, and the food is some of the best I've had in the city. Pescador's coastal menu is impressive and everything we tried was delicious. The highlights of the meal for me were the whole roast branzino, ahi tuna poke (best tuna I've ever had!), oysters asada, speciality cocktails, and octopus & chorizo.

Came here for a friends birthday on a Friday night. The place was packed! We were a large group and were seated towards the front on a high top table with stools. It was fine, but my back got tired after a couple of hours. Food: delicious !!! My husband and I shared 3 appetizers and each got our own entree, everything was delicious. Ceviche was tangy, ahi tuna poke was spicy, calamari was crispy. I had the scallops for my entree and loved it - they were perfectly cooked and came with a super creamy corn. My husband had the Spanish octopus but was still hungry so he then ordered the Al pastor ribs. He cleaned his plates! The only issue with the food is that the portions are way too small. Despite that we ordered several plates (and spent a lot $$), we were not stuffed at the end of dinner. Beware if you have a healthy appetite :) Cocktails: I had the spicy piña which was good, not great. It had a nice kick but otherwise no big flavors. Decor: unique with funky plants, a book shelf, and sexy uplighting. Service: super fast, attentive, and accommodating. Our water cups were constantly being filled with the several carafes on the table, our waitress was knowledgeable about the menu and had great recommendations. We had a great time - it's a fun place to go as a group. I would recommend it and next time would go for drinks and light snacks.

Well that was just an amazing night in Boston at Pescador. So my wife and I went here for a casual dinner and as we entered the bar was buzzing and the atmosphere was a very cool and had a great vibe. I am a big fish and Latin food fan so I was excited to see how the team here would deliver. When we sat down the server Zina came up with Menu's water and ready to take our drink order. always like when they are prompt right from the start and they continued this excellent service throughout the whole night.... SO now to the food. My wife and I mixed it up this time by going heavy apps delivered one at a time. We kept ordering untill we felt full. This turned out to be the way to go.... ** Salmon Ceviche special .... Off the charts. They told me it will be put on the menu shortly. next ** Oyster Asada.. OMG spicy, succulent and fochacca to dip in the Asada sauce is a great touch. ** Nacho Imperial... Yes Nachos with shrimp and a touch of jalapeño was just what you need to kick it up a notch. ** Kale & Squash Salad... This was for the wife but even I enjoyed it. The Kale was softened just right and the dressing had a nice bite to it that was just right against the squash. ** After all this we were still interested in the Lobster Risotto so we went for the 1/2 portion and I'm glad we did . Risotto was fantastic and cooked to perfection with a solid amount of lobster that was not overcooked........ ** Now you may think that was the end but NOOOOOOO We decided that being from NYC and spent many a night in Washington Heights and the Upper West Side we had to order the....... ** Churros and all I can say if you go to Pescador save room for the Churros. They literally snapped when you break them up and the inside is still moist and of course it comes with a side of warm chocolate sauce for dipping.... What a night...What a spot... and if you want a casual, low key, delicious dinner at a place with a great vibe just make a reservation and enjoy your night!