Muqueca Restaurant Reviews & Testimonials

4.4 (1,489)

Reviews: 1,489


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86% of customers would recommend Muqueca Restaurant

Ethel C.

Ethel C. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

San Jose, CA

"Their bacalhau (lightly fried salted codfish) balls has significantly higher mashed potato content than fish. But it was good. In a potatoey type of way. If you're looking for Bahia style moqueca stew- with coconut milk then oops wrong place. They serve Espirito Santo style (without coconut milk). Which is pretty good too. ~ $22 for a moqueca capixaba. One..." Read more

12 years ago

Jill H.

Jill H. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Cambridge, MA

"The husband and I went for an impromptu dinner/movie date last night, and we are really happy we wandered in here. We've lived in this neighborhood for 5 years and have always wanted to try it. There were plenty of parties eating but there was no wait in getting a table. The menu is almost all seafood, which was fine with us, I think the only items were a co..." Read more

12 years ago

Day Dream

Day Dream star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

"really love that this place is completely different from any restaurant in the area. the menu options are varied enough to make it fun to share food with people in your party. antonio, the owner is so personable and charming. this is certainly a hidden gem in the boston area"

12 years ago

Google review

Jill H. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Cambridge, MA

"The husband and I went for an impromptu dinner/movie date last night, and we are really happy we wandered in here. We've lived in this neighborhood for 5 years and have always wanted to try it. There were plenty of parties eating but there was no wait in getting a table. The menu is almost all seafood, which was fine with us, I think the only items were a co..." Read more

12 years ago

Rehan W.

Rehan W. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Ashburn, VA

"eh not bad we made reservations for 8 but one of our party members was late and they wouldnt seat us...restaurant was not busy. anyway we waited 15 min and finally seated. they refused to let the baby sit anywhere but on an upside down chair and then were upset we didnt count the 4 week old as a seated member of our party when we made the reservation. ov..." Read more

12 years ago

Jacqueline S.

Jacqueline S. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Seattle, WA

"If you're looking for fresh, flavorful, Latin American inspired seafood, this is the place to go. We had reservations for 8pm on a Thursday and were promptly seated even though we arrived late and the place was fairly crowded. Cute colorful decor, an atmosphere and waitstaff that are warm and inviting. Now let's cut to the chase. We ordered the Fish Muque..." Read more

12 years ago

Khalid Shakir

Khalid Shakir star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

"The food is slow cooked so order some appetizers and a drink from the bar. The service is very friendly and these savory tastes of Brazil are perfect anytime for lunch or dinner."

12 years ago

Google review

Alisa K.

Alisa K. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Cambridge, MA

"This restaurant has great food but the service was so terrible I can't in good conscience give it a good review. Judging from the other reviews, our experience was not an aberration.  Our server made a big fuss that we were a party of 7, not 6, as one our friends has a four week old baby.  I asked for an extra glass three times to three different servers and..." Read more

12 years ago

Sami W.

Sami W. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Roslindale, MA

"You guys know that they moved down the street to a bigger place, right? This was my first time eating Brazilian food, So I don't know if it's authentic or not, but what I had was really good. We shared Fried Yucca as an appetizer and the Fish with Shrimp Moqueca for our main meal. I enjoyed every bite of it and I will definitely come to try other things off..." Read more

12 years ago

Jose M.

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Boston, MA

"Very good food, BUT

We were only 2, stay there for 20 minutes, and the check came with a 15% tip. And they still ask for gratuity!!!!! do you want me to pay your bills too?

I don't like this to happen, and the worst part is that we were only 2.

That's rude and is not the way to treat customers."

12 years ago

Jose M. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Boston, MA

"Very good food, BUT We were only 2, stay there for 20 minutes, and the check came with a 15% tip. And they still ask for gratuity!!!!! do you want me to pay your bills too? I don't like this to happen, and the worst part is that we were only 2. That's rude and is not the way to treat customers."

12 years ago

George S.

George S. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Newport, RI

"Nice little find on this place. Couldn't get into Oleana so we went on Yelp and found this place. Great food, good service not the best looking room but it works. Good alternative. gs"

12 years ago

Divya B.

Divya B. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Waltham, MA

"Fried plaintains, shrimp bobo , and mango mousse with some sparkling wine. Life is good!
We were a group of 8-10 people and all our orders came through without any mix ups or confusions."

12 years ago

Alexis C.

Alexis C. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Boston, MA

"I love the moquecas here. For some reason, I usually come here with large parties, but I need to get around here with smaller groups, too, because it's amazing. I like the colorful decor and the cozy/snug atmosphere, but you kind of want a reservation because the wait can be long at prime times."

12 years ago

Divya B.

Divya B. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Waltham, MA

"Fried plaintains, shrimp bobo , and mango mousse with some sparkling wine. Life is good! We were a group of 8-10 people and all our orders came through without any mix ups or confusions."

12 years ago

Disco B.

Disco B. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Los Angeles, CA

"Mall food court Brazilian food served in a balmy (and sorta dirty) restaurant that I wouldn't go back to."

12 years ago

Disco B.

Disco B. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Los Angeles, CA

"Mall food court Brazilian food served in a balmy (and sorta dirty) restaurant that I wouldn't go back to."

12 years ago

Heidi B.

Heidi B. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Somerville, MA

"The dining space was clean. Waitstaff was attentive. Food was good - generous portions and timely arrival of dishes. Plus, the caprinha's was tasty. If you've got a few extra bucks and want a good meal in a great environment, give these guys a shot."

12 years ago

Guillermo M.

Guillermo M. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Barcelona, Spain

"It was my first time trying muqueca style food and loved it. This place was very authentic and actually the recommendation came from a brazilian friend. The juices bar is amazing. We had a couple of juices but the acai and guarana one was the best. We also tried the caipirinhas and that is a must. For main dish we had a shrimp and fish moqueca and it was ex..." Read more

12 years ago

Jennifer Comstock

Jennifer Comstock star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

"PheNOMenal! I didn't know how I would feel about a fish stew since I'm not used to that kind of dish, but the Mariscada was absolutely outstanding. It had shrimp, crabmeat, mussels and squid in a broth with tomato, onion and coconut milk. The flavors were incredible. I also tried one of the meat dishes, but I far preferred the seafood. The place itself i..." Read more

12 years ago

Google review

Kavin A.

Kavin A. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Boston, MA

"Place is deff over-hyped. Came here after reading the Yelp reviews.So the ambiance and atmosphere is VERY casual - almost like a dinner, which is unexpected for the premium prices they charge. Our waitress kept trying to upsell us on drinks and appetizers and was disappointed when I just stuck with an entree and water and my gf with an entree and a j..." Read more

12 years ago

Kavin A.

Kavin A. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Boston, MA

"Place is deff over-hyped. Came here after reading the Yelp reviews. So the ambiance and atmosphere is VERY casual - almost like a dinner, which is unexpected for the premium prices they charge. Our waitress kept trying to upsell us on drinks and appetizers and was disappointed when I just stuck with an entree and water and my gf with an entree and a juice...." Read more

12 years ago

Jamila L.

Jamila L. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Watertown, MA

"Best Brazilian place I've been to in New England. I went there yesterday with a couple of friends for dinner and the food was AMAZING. We arrived there around 6:30pm on a Tuesday night and the restaurant was practically empty. There is a small bar directly ahead when you walk in and there are some bench seating and small tables to the left. This rest..." Read more

12 years ago

Bill S. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Windsor, CT

"We bumped into this wonderful restaurant as we wandered through Cambridge one warm spring evening. Locals spoke highly of it, so we dove right in! The fish Muqueca was outstanding! As fish lovers we were delighted. The flavors were distinct and distinctive, the service friendly and the ambiance pleasant."

12 years ago

Jamila L. star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt star-alt

Watertown, MA

"Best Brazilian place I've been to in New England. I went there yesterday with a couple of friends for dinner and the food was AMAZING. We arrived there around 6:30pm on a Tuesday night and the restaurant was practically empty. There is a small bar directly ahead when you walk in and there are some bench seating and small tables to the left. This restaurant..." Read more

12 years ago