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340 Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Boston,
MA
02109
42.3603
-71.0539
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Central
What People Are Saying About Durgin Park
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
The Scene – A Boston benchmark since 1827, Durgin Park sits prominently in the heart of Quincy Market, where it caters to an astounding volume of out-of-towners. The restaurant keeps wait times short by seating smaller parties at long, communal tables (prepare to share the ketchup with neighboring patrons). Press clippings from the past half-century line the walls (most are still relevant; the menu remains unchanged). Harried waitresses exude patience while explaining old-time menu items like Indian pudding. – – The Food – From the dense squares of cornbread that begin…
12/07/09
Good Chowder
by uncgalnew2ma at Citysearch
I went there with family this weekend and just as I heard the clam chowder was awesome. The Guinness pints were also good. However, the fish and chips were soggy and tasteless, and I can make better tarter sauce at home than they can. Stop in for a bowl of soup and a beer. I wouldn't order anything else.
- Pros: chowder and guinness
- Cons: fish and chips
05/15/09
AVOID THE SEAFOOD!
by bobbyv2 at Citysearch
The lobster was rubbery, dry, and tasteless:
it was by far the worst lobster that either I or
my companion had ever tasted. Also, at
$26 for one 1 1/4 pound lobster, it was more
than double the price of the much better
lobster served at nearby restaurants. We also
had the grilled seafood platter, which was so
overcooked that the scallops could barely be
cut with a knife, let alone chewed. You'll get
fresher and better seafood at any truck stop.
If you went to Durgin Park in the old days, when
it was a good restaurant, don't go back -- you'll
spoil your memories like we did.
- Pros: Was great twenty years ago
- Cons: Inedible food at high prices
08/14/08
Could have been a great experience but...
by Outoftownvisitor at Citysearch
Was looking forward to this...but unfortunately was happy to leave it and go in search of other food. All food was uninspired...and regional cooking in this part of the world does not have to be this way. Perhaps they serve too much food...too many years of serving the same food...the passion for food was not on the plate. They might be fun for a quick meal downtown but not a memorable experience. They could step up the quality of the ingredients, the presentation and the staff at the prices they charge. Seek some of the smaller restaurants around town and you could have a much more rewarding night at a lower price.
The Details on Durgin Park
Save Time:
Reservations are taken only for parties of 15 or more. On weekends, expect to wait with the masses; have a member of your party wait in line while you peruse neighboring shops.
Save Money:
Stop by from 11:30am to 2:30pm for bargain lunch specials: Homemade fishcakes with salad (or potato and vegetable) ring in at less than $6.
Category:
Payment Methods:
Gift Certificate, American Express, Diners Club, Visa, Discover, MasterCard, Travelers Check
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Historic Setting, Family Style Dining, Group Dining, Cheap Eats, Dine At The Bar
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
