Bootleg Special – Seafood
Bootleg Special captures a spirited, urban energy where the briny scent of freshly shucked oysters mingles with the rich, intoxicating aroma of signature garlic noodles. Diners dive into a playful fusion of coastal classics and bold Asian-inspired flavors, from buttery lobster tucked into pillowy bao buns to vibrant, spice-kissed bowls of chicken and sausage gumbo. The space hums with a lively charm, offering a soulful retreat where traditional seafood staples are reimagined with a modern, creative edge.
Bootleg Special, Herald Street, South End, Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02111, United States +16174511800 https://bootlegspecial.com/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Raw & Chill
- Oysters on the Half Shell (6) - $20: Served with cocktail sauce, Spicy Thai chili coulis, champagne mignonette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oysters on the Half Shell (12) - $38: Served with cocktail sauce, Spicy Thai chili coulis, champagne mignonette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail (4) - $12: Served with cocktail sauce, spicy Thai green chili coulis Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail (8) - $22: Served with cocktail sauce, spicy Thai green chili coulis Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Clam Chowder - $11: Signature clam chowder, smoked bacon, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken & Sausage Gumbo - $11: Stewed Chicken, Andouille sausage, okra, trinity of pepper, celery, onion, Cajun file spice, rice Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bok Choy Caesar Salad - $14: Bok choy, shaved parmesan, grated egg, Thai basil croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smashed Cucumber Salad - $10: Garlic, ginger, pickled shallots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Small Plates
- Lobster Bao - $32: Maine lobster, miso butter, golden bao Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Signature Garlic Noodles - $12: Signature noodles with garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Fried Rice - $13: Crawfish, Andouille sausage, peas, onion, egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Viet-Cajun Mussels - $18: Choice of bootleg sauce or garlic herb butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Fries - $10: Served with house made ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussel Sprouts - $14: Maple sambal aioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Fried Oysters - $17: Served with remoulade Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Fried Scallops - $18: Served with tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Oysters - $13: Garlic herb, parmesan, scallions Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Birria Bao - $14: Braised shortrib, cucumber, jalapeno, birria broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Scallop Taco Asiatico - $18: Seared scallops, shredded cabbage, Thai chili coulis Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Wings - $14: Sweet chili butter glaze or salt & pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Steak Tataki - $18: Scallion, lemon zest, yuzu soy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chowder Fries - $14: House made chowder, littleneck clams, bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gumbo Poutine - $14: Fries topped with gumbo and cheese curds Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chili Crab Pasta - $38: Lump crab meat, chili tomato cream, bucatini, fried bao bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- NOLA Shrimp Etoufee - $28: Gulf shrimp, trinity of pepper, onion, celery, Old bay, Cajun egg fried rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Squid Ink Fried Rice - $28: Scallops, mussels, calamari, chili lime cream Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vodka Cajun Chicken - $28: Southern fried chicken, Cajun vodka cream, hot cherry peppers, mezzi rigatoni Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Fish & Chips - $28: Fried catfish, coleslaw, remoulade Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Short Rib Garlic Pasta - $30: Pan seared short rib, tomatoes, spring onions, red chili flakes, bucatini Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood Boils
- Lobster & Clam Cajun Boil - $68: Maine lobster, littleneck clams, baby yukon potato, corn Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Low Country Boil - $39: Shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, baby yukon potato, corn Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Crab & Shrimp Cajun Boil - $89: Jumbo snow crab clusters, shrimp, baby yukon potato, corn Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Fried Catfish Po'Boy - $20: Coleslaw, remoulade, hand-cut fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Oyster Po'Boy - $20: Coleslaw, remoulade, hand-cut fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Shrimp Po'Boy - $20: Coleslaw, remoulade, hand-cut fries Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Cone-Nado Burger - $15: Angus Burgers, aged cheddar, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, marinated onion, black garlic aioli, crispy tortilla wrap cone Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Dessert Platter - $30: Assortment of beignets, cheesecake, chocolate cake, fresh fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rotational Cheesecake - $11: Fresh fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Traditional Beignets - $10: Powdered sugar coating Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Specialty Beignets - $16: Choice of Chocolate Hazelnut, Strawberry Creme Fraiche, or Bananas Foster Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Flourless Chocolate Cake - $11: Rich flourless cake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Saratoga Water (Still) - $10: 28oz bottle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Saratoga Water (Sparkling) - $10: 28oz bottle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- French Roast Coffee - $4: Local rotating selection
- Iced Tea - $4: Freshly brewed
- Coke Products - $3: Assorted sodas
- Spicy Guava Margarita - $15: Blanco tequila, Orange liquor, Lime, Guava Puree, Jalapeno Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Lychee Martini - $17: Vodka, Lychee, Elderflower Liqueur, Lemon
- Soju - $18: Korean Rice Wine. Choice of: Original, Peach, Strawberry, Apple Mango or Yogurt Flavor
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