The wallet is crying and the stomach is laughing-Boston Saltie Girl
đŠ Saltie Girl: Bostonâs Seafood IconâDelicious, but Pricey This Newbury Street spot has been on my radar since I moved to Boston. I even mentioned it on my first date hereâand two years later, I finally got to try it. Spoiler: The food lived up to the hype, but my wallet? Not so much. đ The Seafood Stars Petite Seafood Tower: đŠȘ A showcase of fresh catches: 6 oysters, 2 littleneck clams, 2 topneck clams, 2 shrimp, and a crab salad. The littlenecks stole the showâbriny, sweet, with a lingering freshness that made my taste buds sing. The oysters were stellar too, but my friendâs obsession with the crab salad? Confusing (itâs good, but not that good). Torched Salmon Belly: đ„ A classic done right. Creamy avocado pairs with seared salmon bellyâcharred on the edges, buttery in the center. The textures (soft avocado, tender fish) and flavors (rich, slightly smoky) are spot-on. French Burgundy Snails: đ Garlic butter overload (in the best way). Plump snails bathed in fragrant, buttery sauce, served with crusty bread for sopping up every drop. Indulgent, garlicky, and worth the calories. đ Solid, but Not Spectacular Octopus Empanada: đ Tender, chewy octopus inside a crispy shellâbut the fried âcakeâ underneath felt unnecessary, adding a greasy note that clashed. Sea Urchin: đ Generous portion, mild (not overly sweet), and free of that âpaint thinnerâ off-taste. The raw quail egg on top? An acquired tasteâskip if you hate runny eggs. đč The Drinks Pineapple & Grapefruit Sippers: Light, fruity, and low on harsh alcoholâperfect for anyone who prefers sweet, easy-drinking cocktails. âš The Catch (Literally) The meal was fantasticâfresh, expertly prepared, and full of âwowâ moments. But the bill? $125 per person with tip. Itâs a splurge, no doubt. My stomach left happy, but my wallet? Crying. Vibe: Romantic, upscale, and perfect for datesâdim lighting, seafood-focused menus, and a buzz that feels âspecial.â Verdict: Worth trying once for the experience, but donât expect it to be a regular spot unless youâre rolling in cash. đ Saltie Girl 279 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116 #BostonSeafood #DateNightBoston #NewburyStreetEats