Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Barking Crab (Boston, MA)

Barking Crab is a tourist spot but it's also an institution in Boston's Fort Point. It's a casual seafood spot - in a tent with a view of the water and the city of Boston. With that New England clam shack-like setting and the faux grass in a heated tent, Barking Crab is a meeting place that feels like summer all year long.

Barking Crab
Just like a seafood shack would, drinks are served in plastic cups. Moscow mules, mojitos, and other refreshing drinks are available - they tend on the sweet and strong side.
Barking Crab

Obviously, I had to try the crab at Barking Crab. They offer three types and I chose the one I haven't had before: Bairdi crab ($31)
Barking Crab

Bairdi crab is a type of snow crab but usually has sweeter meat, so (naturally) I like it better than snow crab. This was the first time I've heard this crab - or at least had one knowingly.

A classic New England appetizer: Fried whole belly clams ($15)
Barking Crab

And another: New England clam chowder
Barking Crab
The clam chowder here is much better than a certain well-known seafood chain in the city, this one actually had a generous amonut of clams.

Naked Lobster roll
Barking Crab
Toasted buns, lobster meat with hot butter.

I actually had gone to Barking Crab before for a party earlier that summer. Among the passed appetizers that day, I tried the crab cakes, which were good with a lot of crab meat.
Barking Crab
Another hit were the juicy bacon wrapped scallops!
Barking Crab

For dessert I had the Boston cream pie since I had a friend visiting me from out of town - we had to try the city's signature dessert! I enjoyed the one at The Barking Crab - it wasn't overly sweet or rich, just the right amount of cream and chocolate icing.
Barking Crab

When the weather permits, it's fun to sit outside by the water at this spot. While it's a bit of a touristy spot, Barking Crab is still a fun experience with great views and good (albeit not cheap) seafood. Grab some friends and sit in the tent with beers and crack some crab legs for a good time.
Barking Crab


Barking Crab
88 Sleeper Street
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 426-2722
The Barking Crab Menu, Reviews, Photos, Location and Info - Zomato

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