Seafood
Saint Julivert
A 45-seat neighborhood spot serving globally inspired coastal small plates with a heavy emphasis on creative fish cookery. Chefs Alex Raij and Eder Montero draw on their deep Spanish culinary background to deliver a menu that avoids standard raw bar clichés in favor of inventive, spiced, and pickled seafood preparations. Snag a seat at the chef's counter to watch the kitchen team prep plates in the open, compact cooking space.
★ The Legend
Squid a la Plancha
This dish is a masterclass in texture, featuring tender squid seared on the flat-top grill and served with trumpet royale mushrooms, pine nuts, and a rich, dark pool of squid ink. It is a deeply personal creation that took the chefs nearly two decades to perfect, paying homage to a classic Basque baby squid and onion preparation.
◆ Fan Favorite
Whipped Mackerel
This incredibly smooth, smoky fish purée has a luxurious texture somewhere between hummus and whipped potatoes, spiked with a vibrant drizzle of piri piri oil. Regulars spread it generously over thick slices of grilled sourdough bread and never let a meal start without it.
● Chef's Pick
Octopus
Poached to preserve its delicate sea-salt flavor, this tender octopus is paired with a vibrant pipian verde, cucumber, serrano, and a bright, roasted tomatillo juice. Chef Alex Raij selected this preparation specifically because the unique, sweet-tart juice of Massachusetts-grown tomatillos completely transformed how she wanted to frame the seafood.
◇ Hidden Gem
Sorullitos
Most tables skip past the snack section to order raw bar items, but regulars know to start with these golden, turmeric-spiced Puerto Rican corn fritters. They arrive piping hot with a crisp exterior and a soft, comforting center, perfectly paired with a tangy chili-caper mayonnaise.
Insider Tip
Drop in between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM daily to take advantage of the 'Violet Hour' menu. This neighborhood-favorite deal gets you three beautifully composed half-courses for a fraction of the standard à la carte price, making it the perfect way to sample the kitchen's range.
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