
Mesob Restaurant and Bar
The mesob — that woven basket that gives this South End newcomer its name — is the whole point: food meant to be pulled apart by hand, over injera, with everyone leaning in.
The Barking Crab is one of the best seafood restaurants in Boston for dining, especially if you want a strong option in Boston.
The Barking Crab keeps showing up in the right conversations when people want a reliable seafood plan.
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The Barking Crab is listed in the Moderate spend price range. Check the restaurant's current menu for available dishes and prices. Menus, availability, and prices can change, so confirm current details before visiting.
Check the current menuThe Barking Crab is a clean first click in Boston when you want a seafood option you can trust. It also holds a 8.2 rating across 6,813 Google reviews.
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The Barking Crab is a Seafood restaurant located in Boston, Boston. The Barking Crab keeps showing up in the right conversations when people want a reliable seafood plan.
The Barking Crab is best for dining in Boston. The Barking Crab is a clean first click in Boston when you want a seafood option you can trust. It also holds a 8.2 rating across 6,813 Google reviews.
The Barking Crab is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 8.2 from 6,813 reviews
The Barking Crab holds a 8.2 Google rating from 6,813 reviews. The Barking Crab is a clean first click in Boston when you want a seafood option you can trust. It also holds a 8.2 rating across 6,813 Google reviews.
The Barking Crab is located at 88 Sleeper St, Boston, MA 02210, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
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