Little Whale

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   Emily

   Greater Boston

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We went here for their Dine Out Boston 2025 menu and every dish was delish, creative and thoughtfully crafted. My favorite was the salmon and hamachi crudo. Would come back!
   

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   Sonya

   VIP

   New York City

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Little Whale has been on my list of places to try since I moved to Boston and I finally got to experience it for Dine Out Boston and it was incredible! Everything was fresh and flavorful. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. The Salmon/Hamachi crudo was a favorite of course but I unexpectedly loved the Hake as well. Had never had Hake before and so glad I tried it! I cannot wait to go back and try more items on the menu.
   

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   Jonielyn

   Las Vegas

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food and the bartender who served me was fantastic. She had great recommendations and easily answered all my questions. Had the lobster spaghettini and oysters. My only issue are the added fees - there is a 20% auto gratuity added and a 3% service charge. The bartender was very up front about the 20% charge and also commented it could be removed if I wasn’t comfortable. I really appreciated her honesty, and I would have tipped her that amount without the auto gratuity because she was fantastic. I have a bigger issue with the 3% service charge; everyone’s costs are higher but I don’t know if I agree with passing this cost to the patrons of the restaurant. This seems to be a new, consistent pass through cost with a number of restaurants.
   

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   Jennie

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing all around- the food is delicious, the service is wonderful. An all time favorite!
   

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   diane

   New York City

   7 reviews

   4.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I read about Little Whale and wanted to try while in Boston. In many ways, it did not disappoint. Started with a dozen oysters. They were outstanding. Next, shrimp cocktail. While only 4 pcs for $19, they were so good, you forget the price. After that, the Grilled Tuna sandwich and a lobster roll, plus must-have brussels sprouts as a side. All were really delicious. With the meal, we started with the Sauv. Blanc by the glass, a great pairing with the oysters. Then we went for the Gamay. Very good. The staff were very attentive and friendly, so 5 stars for them too. Note: they automatically get a 20% tip, which might bother some. I liked them, so I had no issues with that. What I did NOT appreciate, and found a bit obnoxious, was the additional $7 operations fee. What? I am not in charge of paying for your staff's healthcare or whatever it is this is for. That was just over the top in my estimation.
   

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   Melissa

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   29 reviews

   5.0

   29 reviews

   Dined on 28 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great time at Little Whale! Oysters and crudo were delicious. Thoroughly enjoyed our wine and the main course too. Great atmosphere on the cozy 2nd floor. Will be back!
   

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   jodi

   VIP

   London

   13 reviews

   4.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on 26 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   Overall great food but it was so loud in there so everyone had to scream to be heard.
   

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   Peter

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   24 reviews

   5.0

   24 reviews

   Dined on 25 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious oysters and other delightful plates, great friendly service, nice ambiance.
   

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   Stewart

   VIP

   Pittsburgh

   20 reviews

   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on 25 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great service, great food, great space. Thanks, Li’l Whale!
   

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    Jonathan

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Delicious fresh fish in a cozy place with wonderful service, what could be better?
    

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