William K's

Though its dining room is gifted with spectacular views over the harbor, William K's follows through with an experience that's a cut above other waterfront eateries that often use said scenery to justify high prices and mediocre food. The smallish menu is an innovative take on the upscale steak-and-seafood model with the balance tipped toward the latter: grilled Spanish octopus over chorizo and chickpea stew is a unique combination of flavors and textures, and a changing selection of fresh seafood from the Gloucester Fish Market makes up the "Boston's Finest" platter. Those on a budget can choose from a range of brick-oven pizzas with some unusual toppings (how about bone marrow, smoked tongue, horseradish, and pecorino romano?)

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Address

329 Erie St.

Getting there

At the Erie Basin Marina; Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor

Hours

May-Jan: Mon-Thu 4-9PM, Fri 4-10PM, Sat 11:30AM-10PM, Sun 11:30AM-9PM

Price

$25-65

Website

williamksrestaurant.com (opens in a new tab)