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The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4, Boston, MA
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The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4

$50 and over
Pan-Asian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
  • Lively
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
Right on the water in the heart of Boston's Seaport with intimate dining rooms, two bars, & the city's best seasonal outdoor patio, the Nautilus Pier 4 (est. 2021) is one of Boston's few 'can't miss' restaurants. Built on the idea that 'Everything is Better' Shared the Nautilus brings it, plain & simple.

Featuring ‘New England coastal seafood meets Asian haute street food’ cuisine, culinary inspired seasonal & regional cocktails, 20+ beers, & a "Best Of" Wine Spectator award winning wine & sake list plus a curated energetic soundtrack, & a lively yet neighborly atmosphere. The Nautilus makes the new & unfamiliar feel right at home.

Lunch Fri, Sat, Sun 12pm to 3pm
Dinner Mon - Sun 5 or 530 to 930 or 10 depending on the day.

Reservations recommended.
Perfect for specials occasions, large groups, private parties or casual drop ins.
First come first serve bar.
300 Pier 4 Boulevard.
Right by the ICA

Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Stephen Marcaurelle

From the OpenTable editors: You’ll find globally-inspired, seafood-forward mashups, an award-winning wine program, and sweeping waterfront views at Nautilus Pier 4, the Nantucket destination’s Boston sibling. Grab a seat in the glam dining room decked with nautically themed murals or on the greenery-strewn patio and dig into shareable crowd favorites like blue crab fried rice and a Peking-inspired whole roasted duck, and you won’t be disappointed.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Tapas / Small Plates, Global, International
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (857) 957-0998
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    The Nautilus has a private dining room w/ its own bar that can seat up to 40 or host 50. It also has a semi-private chef's bar that can seat up to 22, & plenty of other spaces for groups of 9+. The entire restaurant can be rented as well for larger groups, and is equipped with high end audio & video equipment & the ability to add outdoor areas.
  • Neighborhood
    Seaport
  • Cross street
    Harbor Shore Drive & Pier 4 Boulevard
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The silver line stops at both "Courthouse" and "World Trade Center" are about the same distance and both really close! We are about a 20min walk from South Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Nautilus at Boston Pier 4 offers an eclectic culinary journey with "amazing food" and vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about the "phenomenal menu" featuring creative Asian-inspired dishes. While some diners noted service inconsistencies, the "excellent drinks" and "great ambiance" make it a memorable experience. Highly recommended for food enthusiasts seeking unique flavors.

256 Reviews
  1. Paula

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food with the exception of the ribs was superb. Very nice servers. Seating was not optimal. I booked a high top table next to water. Not what we got. VERY noisy.

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  2. Stephanie

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved the food - it was amazing. The Vietnamese yellowtail and the tuna poke 2 ways were both spot on with their distinct flavor profiles. The fish was incredibly fresh and expertly cut. We also tried the Japanese style chicken which was a bit heavy on the batter and the flavor profile could have lightened up more toward the traditional version with ginger and mirin. And the battered fish sandwich was outstanding! The small plate dishes were nicely portioned for sharing and although the menu is quite small everything was fresh, delicious and perfectly prepared. I'm sure it is so much more wonderful in the summer right n the water.

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  3. Christina

    Greater Boston

    36 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    i won't be back. Food was ok especially for the money they charge. i asked to sit by the bar, they sat us by the dinning room. I added that it was my daughters birthday they did nothing about it. We saw the waitress once when she got our order and once when she gave us the check.
    The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4Responded 1 day ago
    Hello Christina, We're truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we regret that we missed the mark on your visit. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by seating you by the dining room. We also acknowledge your feedback regarding the birthday celebration. We'll definitely take these points into consideration to improve our service in the future. We hope you'll give us another chance to make your next visit a better one and we would like to get some more feedback about your experience.

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  4. Ann

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best oysters and Buns!!!!! The bar for lunch was lively!

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  5. Peter

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal. Each dish was outstanding. Loved sharing all the good.

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  6. Maria

    Jackson Hole

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food in a lively environment! Seating is really tight and felt a bit claustrophobic at times. The food is served family style and our waitress recommended 2-3 dishes per person. We ended up ordering more like 1-2 dishes per person and still had plenty of food. Definitely small plates but everything was delicious!

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  7. Garry

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food, average service, good vibe but loud when crowded

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  8. Lisa

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing Amazing Amazing! Food, drinks and service top notch - we have been to Nautilus Pier 4 several times and are never disappointed - this visit proved to be no exception. Can't wait to go back and visit again - highly recommend!
    The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4Responded on November 24, 2024
    Great to hear Lisa, we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  9. James

    Orlando

    15 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    service was not great. food was marginal. no one asked about service and food until we paid and left.
    The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4Responded on November 17, 2024
    Hi James, Sorry to hear about the poor experience. We would love to have you back to offer you a more attentive and improved visit, we will reach out with a contact email.

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  10. Laurie

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The evening was fantastic - the drinks. food and waitstaff were top notch. I can't wait to go back!

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FAQs

The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (857) 957-0998.

The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4 is rated 4.6 stars by 256 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Nautilus - Boston Pier 4

300 Pier 4 Blvd., Boston, MA 02210

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harbor Shore Drive & Pier 4 Boulevard
  • Neighborhood
    Seaport
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Pan-Asian, Tapas / Small Plates, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The silver line stops at both "Courthouse" and "World Trade Center" are about the same distance and both really close! We are about a 20min walk from South Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (857) 957-0998
  • Private party facilities
    The Nautilus has a private dining room w/ its own bar that can seat up to 40 or host 50. It also has a semi-private chef's bar that can seat up to 22, & plenty of other spaces for groups of 9+. The entire restaurant can be rented as well for larger groups, and is equipped with high end audio & video equipment & the ability to add outdoor areas.
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