HOLDFAST SPECIALTY SEAFOOD CO.
ALLSTON, MA
Fresh, Local Seafood. Fine-Dining Craft. Zero Pretense.
Boston’s most exciting fast-casual seafood experience—bringing New England’s coastal classics to life with bold flavors, global influence, and genuine hospitality.
Elevated Fast-Casual Fare
Holdfast brings sustainably sourced seafood, inventive rolls, and raw bar favorites to a welcoming, communal space designed for everyone. Experience Boston’s freshest seafood, modern flavors, and accessible hospitality—without the pomposity.
Noteworthy Mentions
"The menu is perfectly succinct… the main attraction is lobster rolls, hot or cold, featuring copious mountains of meat bound together with bisque" - BOSTON GLOBE
"The menu is perfectly succinct… the main attraction is lobster rolls, hot or cold, featuring copious mountains of meat bound together with bisque" - BOSTON GLOBE
"Like a proper, laid-back clam shack, diners can order up a roll and expect it served on an old-school tray within four or five minutes. Here, though, the quick service is a sleight of hand, drawing on the owners’ technique-heavy, fine-dining background and hours of behind-the-scenes prep." - WBUR
"Like a proper, laid-back clam shack, diners can order up a roll and expect it served on an old-school tray within four or five minutes. Here, though, the quick service is a sleight of hand, drawing on the owners’ technique-heavy, fine-dining background and hours of behind-the-scenes prep." - WBUR
“Counter-service New England seafood, done as fancily as fast-casual allows...Think lobster rolls, crudo, and caviar—because we all deserve a little low-key luxury.” - BOSTON MAGAZINE
“Counter-service New England seafood, done as fancily as fast-casual allows...Think lobster rolls, crudo, and caviar—because we all deserve a little low-key luxury.” - BOSTON MAGAZINE
“Eat a savory sandwich standing at a counter after a night out or co-opt the large communal table for a lavish spread of oysters, yellowtail crudo, and caviar service with kettle chips.” - EATER
“Eat a savory sandwich standing at a counter after a night out or co-opt the large communal table for a lavish spread of oysters, yellowtail crudo, and caviar service with kettle chips.” - EATER
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