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Union Oyster House, Boston, MA

Union Oyster House

4.3
4.3
8635 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
8:00 pm
Booked 110 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
The Union Oyster House, located on the Freedom Trail, near Faneuil Hall, enjoys the unique distinction of being America's oldest restaurant. This Boston fixture, housed in a building dating back to Pre-Revolutionary days, started serving food in 1826 and has continued ever since with the stalls and oyster bar, where Daniel Webster was a constant customer, in their original positions.

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Additional information

  • Location
    41 Union St, Boston, MA 02108
  • Area
    Faneuil Hall
  • Parking details
    Parcel #7 Garage: Not clearly labeled (sorry). If the Union Oyster House is on your right, the brick building STRAIGHT AHEAD OF YOU is the garage. Drive towards it, make a quick left (Hanover St.) right (Congress St.) and right again (Sudbury St.) The fee after validation is 3.$ for 3 hours
  • Public transit
    Two options: Take the Blue or Green Line to Government Center. Walk down the stairs along the side of City Hall and cross Congress Street. We are across the street. Note we are across from the New England Holocaust Memorial. Or, take the Orange or Green Line to Haymarket,left on Congress,left on Hanover,right on Union.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access

Menu

APPETIZERS

  • Chilled Shrimp CocktailUSD 19.95

    • Fried "Crispy" CalamariUSD 22.95

      • MusselsUSD 19.95

        Basque Style. Steamed with Garlic and White Wine, Garlic Bread

        • Homemade Lump Crab CakesUSD 25.95

          House made Lump Crab Cakes over a bed of greens with a Lemon Garlic Aioli

          • Baked Stuffed Clams (3)USD 19.95

            SOUPS & CHOWDERS

            • Oyster House Clam ChowderUSD 13.95

              A Boston Classic

              • Fish ChowderUSD 13.95

                • Soup of the DayUSD 11.95

                  ON THE HALF SHELL

                  • Freshly Shucked Oysters*USD 21.95

                    • Native Cherrystone Clams*USD 19.95

                      • Cold Seafood Sampler*USD 23.95

                        Shucked Oysters, Cherrystone Clams & Shrimp

                        THE SALAD PLATES

                        • Union CaesarUSD 12.95

                          Served with House Baked Corn Bread

                          • Mixed Field GreensUSD 11.95

                            Served with Choice of Dressing and House Baked Corn Bread

                            SANDWICHES

                            Served with French fries, coleslaw & dill pickle

                            • Chilled Lobster Roll

                              Market Price

                              • Market Price

                            • Homemade Lump Crab CakeUSD 24.95

                              • Charbroiled Hamburger*USD 19.95

                                • Fried Oyster RollUSD 24.95

                                  • Fish SandwichUSD 19.95

                                    w/ aged cheddar cheese

                                    • Fried Clam Roll

                                      Market Price

                                      • Market Price

                                    • Union Chicken ClubUSD 20.95

                                      • Seared Fish TacosUSD 19.95

                                        Also served Thai style

                                        OYSTER HOUSE FAVORITES

                                        All entrees served with choice of vegetable, mashed potato, French fries or rice

                                        • Broiled Boston ScrodUSD 27.95

                                          A New England Tradition. Crusted with seasoned bread crumbs

                                          • Homemade Lump Crab CakesUSD 29.95

                                            Ye olde recipe, with lemon aioli

                                            • Tender Sweet Clams

                                              fried to perfection

                                              • Market Price

                                            • Fried Select OystersUSD 29.95

                                              a Union Oyster House Tradition

                                              • Grilled Salmon FilletUSD 28.95

                                                Farm raised in the Atlantic Ocean

                                                • Sautéed Shrimp & ScallopsUSD 33.95

                                                  Served with a sundried tomato cream sauce over rice

                                                  • Crispy Fried Butterfly ShrimpUSD 24.95

                                                    with fries and cole slaw

                                                    • Broiled Sea ScallopsUSD 33.95

                                                      Our native deep sea scallops, lightly crusted with seasoned breadcrumbs

                                                      • Grilled Marinated Chicken BreastUSD 19.95

                                                        Served with fresh vegetables and rice

                                                        • Ye Olde Fish & ChipsUSD 23.95

                                                          served with cole slaw

                                                          • Catch of the Day "Off the Boat"

                                                            A changing variety of fresh seafood, ask your server for today's catch

                                                            • Market Price

                                                          • Ye Olde Seafood PlatterUSD 36.95

                                                            Fried Fish, Clams, Oysters, Shrimp and Calamari Served with French Fries & Cole Slaw

                                                            • The Lobster Pot

                                                              New England Hard-Shell Lobsters. Boiled Or Broiled: Medium (11⁄4 - 11⁄2 lbs.) or Large (2lbs.)

                                                              • Market Price

                                                            FOR CHILDREN

                                                            12 and under, served with French fries

                                                            • Fried Fish Fillet Sandwich*USD 12.95

                                                              • Hamburger, Sliders (2)*USD 12.95

                                                                • Fried Chicken Tenders*USD 12.95

                                                                  • Mac & Cheese*USD 9.95

                                                                    • Grilled Hot Dog*USD 9.95

                                                                      • Grilled Cheese Sandwich*USD 9.95

                                                                        DESSERTS

                                                                        • Warm Apple CobblerUSD 10.95

                                                                          • Boston Cream PieUSD 11.95

                                                                            • Ice CreamUSD 8.95

                                                                              ON THE SIDE

                                                                              • Boston Baked BeansUSD 8.95

                                                                                Last updated: 18 November 2024

                                                                                What 8,635 people are saying

                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                4.3
                                                                                4.3 based on recent ratings
                                                                                • 4.2Food
                                                                                • 4.4Service
                                                                                • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                • 3.9Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                • Greater Boston

                                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                                • Boston

                                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Union Oyster House, America's oldest restaurant, offers a "rich historical ambiance" and delightful New England cuisine. Visitors rave about the "amazing clam chowder" and "fresh oysters." While some find it "touristy," many appreciate its "authentic old-world Boston vibe." A "must-visit" for history enthusiasts in Boston.

                                                                                8,635 Reviews

                                                                                1. Hector

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  The staff was courteous seated us promptly as soon as we arrived. The host offered to take a photo of us with a lobster. Great overall experience. Our drinks came out quickly. Our server was polite ,friendly and knowledgeable. The clam chowder was amazing. The cod was out of this world great experience dining in the oldest restaurant in the United States. Highly recommend.

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                                                                                2. Jacob

                                                                                  Austin

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Love the historic location. Great history and food right on Freedom Trail. Fairly priced for the city. Great Clam Chowda! Will return next time we’re in town.

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                                                                                3. TINA

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  26 reviews

                                                                                  vip
                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  26 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                  Very historic venue. Seems to be all original booths etc. and you get a real feel for the old days. Chowder was excellent and food was good. Food and beverages were delivered quickly. None of the wait staff ever smiled. Our waitress never introduced herself. Employees all seemed to be doing their job - but not really caring that they were working with the public. Not a welcoming atmosphere. Probably won’t return.

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                                                                                4. DianeP

                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  It's iconic and worth a visit once. Food is good, but overpriced. Our waitress even admitted the prices were "tourist prices".

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                                                                                5. Lauren

                                                                                  Charleston

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  If you love history, you’ll love this place! Food was great too. Best cornbread appetizer!

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                                                                                6. Emily

                                                                                  Houston

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Fabulous time! Best chowder ever! Kid friendly! Highly recommend

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                                                                                7. Kailyn

                                                                                  San Diego

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 2
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Extremely small portions for price. Unkind waitstaff.

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                                                                                8. Jackie

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  17 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  17 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We came for oysters and were not disappointed. Will was our server and he was very personable and checked up on us frequently. The French onion soup was okay.

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                                                                                9. Lisa

                                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                                  6 reviews

                                                                                  vip
                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  6 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Great food and outstanding service. Only complaint was the cleanliness of the restaurant and bathroom was not very good. The prices seemed high for the food received.

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                                                                                10. Kenneth

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  The food and service was incredible. Our food was served quickly and the server was very nice.

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                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                Union Oyster House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 227-2750.

                                                                                Union Oyster House is rated 4.3 stars by 8635 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                Make a booking

                                                                                2 people
                                                                                8:00 pm
                                                                                Booked 110 times today

                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                Google Map for Union Oyster House

                                                                                41 Union St, Boston, MA 02108

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Area
                                                                                  Faneuil Hall
                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                  Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
                                                                                • Price
                                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                  Seafood
                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                  Parcel #7 Garage: Not clearly labeled (sorry). If the Union Oyster House is on your right, the brick building STRAIGHT AHEAD OF YOU is the garage. Drive towards it, make a quick left (Hanover St.) right (Congress St.) and right again (Sudbury St.) The fee after validation is 3.$ for 3 hours
                                                                                • Public transit
                                                                                  Two options: Take the Blue or Green Line to Government Center. Walk down the stairs along the side of City Hall and cross Congress Street. We are across the street. Note we are across from the New England Holocaust Memorial. Or, take the Orange or Green Line to Haymarket,left on Congress,left on Hanover,right on Union.
                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                  Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access
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