The Bay State extension of Portland’s coveted Eventide Oyster Co. brings some of our favorite seafood from Maine to Boston. Just like its sibling, Eventide Fenway is best known for the legendary Brown Butter Lobster Roll, and, of course, oysters. But the Fish Sandwich is a worthy detour from the expected. Eventide keeps things super classic with shredded iceberg lettuce, tartar sauce, and bread-and-butter pickles on a buttery, sesame-seeded roll. Cap off the nostalgic meal with a sweet swirl of homemade soft serve. 

In a city filled with Irish pubs, The Druid stands out for its tasty and high-quality comfort food. Given how much we love the Inman Square spot’s Fish and Chips, we figured the Fish Sandwich would be a homerun—but even so, it’s surprisingly special. On thick slices of toasted brioche, two fillets of the famous battered cod sit atop crunchy, farm-fresh greens, topped with a healthy dollop of tangy tartar sauce. The crusty bread holds the hearty sandwich together nicely while adding a toasty sweetness to the handheld package. Forever the pro tip for The Druid: order a side of the Signature Curry Sauce to dip those chips.

Part of Tiffani Faison’s trio of restaurants at High Street Place, Dive Bar does classic New England seafood such as oysters on the half-shell and must-try lobster rolls, but with fun twists that reflect the celeb chef’s global upbringing. We are fixated on the Crispy Cajun Filet of Fish Sandwich: The soft bun is slathered with a just-spicy-enough Cajun mayo that matches well with the crispy, flaky fillet, pickled onions, and shredded lettuce. Belly up to the raw bar, or take your fish sammie to the expansive outdoor patio or another dining option at the downtown food hall. May we suggest, matched with a glass of something sparkling at sibling-wine bar Bubble Bath?