Savor Italian delicacies from the sea on Christmas Eve at one of these outstanding eateries

Bar Mezzana: The South End eatery marks the occasion early, offering a five-course Feast of the Seven Fishes menu with an optional wine pairing from December 18–23.

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse: Six locations of the Boston area mainstay offer a menu that features everything from oysters Rockefeller and Nantucket Bay scallops to halibut and caviar—and that’s just at the Seaport outpost. 

Matria: Dine at the InterContinental Boston’s spacious dining room, which boasts a gorgeous view of the Fort Point Channel that can be accompanied by an equally eye-popping seafood tower (lobster and oysters and shrimp, oh my!) or such temptations as fresh crudo (raw fish) and a bursting-at-seams cioppino (Italian seafood stew).

Prezza (pictured): Celebrate all month long at this North End standout, which dishes à la carte items like fried smelts, white anchovy crostini and octopus carpaccio on Fridays from noon–10 p.m. throughout December along with its regular menu.

Ristorante Lucia: Expect a cornucopia of fresh fish offerings at this North End stalwart, which features a wide variety of seafood on its regular menu, yet it's sure to delight with some extra special treats on December 24.