Little Whale

Name: Little Whale
Address: 314 Newbury St, Boston, MA, United States, 02115
Telephone: (857) 277-0800
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

769 Reviews

$50 and over

Seafood

Make a booking

2 people

3 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Hot spot

Little Whale Oyster Bar is a Classic New England Seafood Restaurant and Raw Bar from Chef Michael Serpa on Newbury Street in Boston's Back Bay. An ode to the seaside clamshacks are raw bars of the New England coast, Little Whale is a casual neighborhood spot focusing on local products and seafood friendly wines.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:30
Phone number
(857) 277-0800
Website
https://www.littlewhaleboston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Reggie Da Silva
Private party facilities
Please contact info@serpahospitality.com for event inquiries.

Location
314 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02115
Area
Back Bay
Cross Street
Newbury Street and Hereford Street
Parking details
Meter Parking 2hr. Prudential Center Lot. Dalton Street Lot. Closest Valet at Mandarin Oriental on Boylston Street.
Public transit
Green Line Hynes Convention CenterOrange Line Back Bay
Additional
Beer, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Featured in

5 restaurants pushing the envelope in Boston

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Experiences

WINE BAR TAKEOVER - TJ DOUGLAS
USD 55.00 per person
Prepaid
26 Feb 2025 only
Join us as we host the first guest sommelier for our WINE BAR TAKEOVER series at Little Whale. Join TJ Douglas, Founder of The Urban Grape and Progressive Wine Company, for an interactive wine dinner where he discusses his 30 year journey in the hospitality industry, from dishwasher to bouncer to business owner. TJ will discuss his proprietary Progressive Scale, a revolutionary way to sell wine by its body instead of varietal or region, and the successful wine businesses that grew out of his determination to change the wine industry. Guests will sip on three offerings from Progressive Wine Company, and will have a chance to ask TJ questions during this intimate event. Snacks & Passed Apps will be provided, full menu available after.

Popular dishes

Shrimp Cocktail {4pc}USD 16.00
old bay poached, cocktail sauce, lemon
Littlenecks on the Half Shell* {6pc}USD 18.00
jalapeño relish & lime
Tuna Crudo*USD 23.00
avocado green goddess, quick pickled cucumber, lime, sea salt
Salmon Crudo*USD 16.00
pickled fennel, orange, crispy carrots, sea salt
Hamachi Crudo*USD 24.00
golden watermelon, feta vin, aleppo pepper salt, mint
Mixed Ceviche*USD 22.00
fish & squid, leche de tigre, cucumber, chili, cilantro, peruvian corn
Dressed Maine LobsterUSD 42.00
fresh lobster meat, lemon, olive oil, fines-herbes
Sardine ToastUSD 15.00
marinated portuguese sardines, iggy's toast, pickled pearl onions, lemon
Caviar Omelette*USD 65.00
1oz island creek caviar, french omelette, herbs

Starters

New England Clam ChowderUSD 14.00
fresh cherrystone clams, potato, smoked bacon, celery, thyme
Fried Ipswich ClamsUSD 29.00
whole belly clams, buttermilk, little whale tartar sauce, lemon
Bluefish DipUSD 12.00
toasted dark rye, apricot moustarda, pickled red onions, chives
Roasted CauliflowerUSD 13.00
toasted almonds, golden raisins, harissa labneh
Rhode Island Squid SaladUSD 20.00
cherry peppers, shaved cabbage, garlic bread croutons, tomato
Sautéed ClamsUSD 22.00
spicy tomato ragu, toasted garlic, basil, country bread
Maine MusselsUSD 20.00
roasted leeks & fennel, mustard, white wine, crème fraîche, country bread
BroccoliniUSD 14.00
anchovy | caper | garlic, pickled fresnos, white anchovies, lemon
Beet SaladUSD 16.00
ruby & golden beets, cranberry yogurt, blue cheese, endive, toasted walnuts

Sandwiches & Co.

Maine Lobster RollUSD 48.00
cold w/ mayo or warm w/ butter, iggy's brioche, fries
Fish SandwichUSD 24.00
beer battered hake, iggy's brioche, shaved cabbage slaw, tartar sauce, fries
White Clam FlatbreadUSD 26.00
fresh clams, garlic, oregano, chili flakes, parm, arugula salad

Mains

Gloucester SwordfishUSD 40.00
marble potatoes, roasted fennel, country mustard beurre blanc
Maine HalibutUSD 42.00
green curry shellfish broth, roasted broccoli, carrots, baby bok choy, cilantro
Greek BranzinoUSD 36.00
lentil salad, cucumber, radish, pickled onion, cauliflower puree
Lobster SpaghettiUSD 48.00
roasted tomato ragu, toasted garlic breadcrumbs, basil, shaved parm
Steak Frites*USD 38.00
savenor's bavette {8oz} maître d'hôtel butter, mixed greens, frites

Plateaux

ask your server about our daily oyster selections

The Newbury*USD 95.00
6 local oysters, 4 shrimp cocktail, dressed lobster, ceviche, salmon crudo
The Grand*USD 145.00
12 local oysters, 8 shrimp cocktail, dressed lobster, ceviche, salmon crudo
The Big Whale*USD 295.00
24 local oysters, 12 shrimp cocktail, dressed lobster, ceviche, tuna crudo, caviar service

What 769 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
Seafood
Boston
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Little Whale in Boston offers an inviting atmosphere with "fantastic food" and "excellent seafood dishes." The menu delights with oysters, lobster rolls, and clam chowder, praised for their "freshness and quality." Service is consistently warm and attentive, making it a "great place" for seafood lovers seeking a lively dining experience.

769 Reviews

E
Evangelia
VIP
Los Angeles
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The spot is very cute. Menu is small and the food is good. We had the crab tagliatelle, which I thought lacked flavor and the swordfish, which was very good. There wasn’t really much with the swordfish beside some tiny potatoes under it. I felt that the drink options were really expensive because it’s either by the glass or by the bottle and none of them are very cheap. Overall, it was a nice meal, will come back if we remember it, but it wasn’t extremely noteworthy.
Is this helpful?
T
Tom
Dublin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can’t say enough about Little Whale, my new go to in Boston for Oysters & Lobster Rolls! I’d have happily lingered longer for the evening had or flight home been cancelled. The Team are tremendous, even though their names escape me - sorry to our Texan friends that kept us fed, watered and in good conversation throughout. Put it in your To Eat List if heading for beautiful Boston.
Is this helpful?
R
Rick
VIP
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall the food and vibe was fantastic, but like everything in the Boston area, a little pricey. Meal was Oysters, clam chowder, calamari, and mussels with a glass of Sancerre and 2 Cabernets.
Is this helpful?
L
Linda
VIP
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We LOVE the menu! Every dish is unique and delicious and every server is excellent and fun.
Is this helpful?
j
joanna
VIP
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Favorite little spot on Newberry! Love everything about it!
Is this helpful?
M
Martin
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Nice atmosphere. Little and cozy. Food was tasty. Good selection of oysters. Overall a normal seafood restaurant. Nothing exceptional. Service was included in the bill which is something I don’t appreciate since it looks like extortion.
Is this helpful?
M
Mark
Caribbean
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice meal all around. We had a wide variety of the menu and everything was very good
Is this helpful?
r
robertl
VIP
New York City
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I ordered a lobster roll which was only knuckle and claw meat.. A big disappointment. Would not recommend
Is this helpful?
M
Matt
VIP
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and experience. Had the seafood tower and clam chowder. As good as it gets.
Is this helpful?
A
Annie
Greater Boston
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time being here (been on my list to try out) and luckily got reservations on NYE. Cute little restaurant on Newbury Street. Our waiter (looked so much like Stanley Tucci ;)) was very attentive and knowledgeable in each dish; provided his recommendations. Everything was delicious - lick plate delicious. Great meal to end the year.
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Little Whale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (857) 277-0800.

Little Whale is rated 4.7 stars by 769 OpenTable diners.

Little Whale does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

3 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 21 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

314 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02115

Additional information

Cross Street
Newbury Street and Hereford Street
Area
Back Bay
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:30
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Meter Parking 2hr. Prudential Center Lot. Dalton Street Lot. Closest Valet at Mandarin Oriental on Boylston Street.
Public transit
Green Line Hynes Convention CenterOrange Line Back Bay
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Reggie Da Silva
Additional
Beer, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://www.littlewhaleboston.com/
Phone number
(857) 277-0800
Private party facilities
Please contact info@serpahospitality.com for event inquiries.

Featured in

5 restaurants pushing the envelope in Boston

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Little Whale

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

5 restaurants pushing the envelope in Boston

Gift card

WINE BAR TAKEOVER - TJ DOUGLAS

New England Clam Chowder

Maine Lobster Roll

Maine Mussels

Fruits De Mer

Shrimp Cocktail {4pc}USD 16.00

Littlenecks on the Half Shell* {6pc}USD 18.00

Tuna Crudo*USD 23.00

Salmon Crudo*USD 16.00

Hamachi Crudo*USD 24.00

Mixed Ceviche*USD 22.00

Dressed Maine LobsterUSD 42.00

Sardine ToastUSD 15.00

Caviar Omelette*USD 65.00

Starters

New England Clam ChowderUSD 14.00

Fried Ipswich ClamsUSD 29.00

Bluefish DipUSD 12.00

Roasted CauliflowerUSD 13.00

Rhode Island Squid SaladUSD 20.00

Sautéed ClamsUSD 22.00

Maine MusselsUSD 20.00

BroccoliniUSD 14.00

Beet SaladUSD 16.00

Sandwiches & Co.

Maine Lobster RollUSD 48.00

Fish SandwichUSD 24.00

White Clam FlatbreadUSD 26.00

Mains

Gloucester SwordfishUSD 40.00

Maine HalibutUSD 42.00

Greek BranzinoUSD 36.00

Lobster SpaghettiUSD 48.00

Steak Frites*USD 38.00

Plateaux

The Newbury*USD 95.00

The Grand*USD 145.00

The Big Whale*USD 295.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Little Whale offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Little Whale restaurant rated?

Does Little Whale offer gift cards?

Is Little Whale currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Featured in

5 restaurants pushing the envelope in Boston

Gift card