Union Oyster House

Name: Union Oyster House
Address: 41 Union St, Boston, MA, United States, 02108
Telephone: (617) 227-2750
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

8678 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

29 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 130 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

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 227-2750
Website
http://www.unionoysterhouse.com?y_source=1_MjY4Nzk0MjktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

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

Popular dishes

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

What 8,678 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
4.5Service
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 offers a unique, historic Boston dining experience, perfect for seafood lovers. Known for its "authentic old-world Boston ambiance" and "great food," visitors rave about the clam chowder and lobster rolls. While some find it "touristy," the service is frequently praised, making it a "must visit" for history enthusiasts.

8,678 Reviews

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Greg
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed eating at the Union Oyster House. The lobster Mac and cheese and fried shrimp with mashed potatoes was fantastic! Mussels in the white wine sauce was our favorite!
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Paul
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The butterfly shrimp, shrimp scampi is amazing! Get extra tarta sauce for the butterfly shrimp great tarta sauce!
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Frank
Greater Boston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always love the unique old time colonial ambience of The Union Oyster House. The food was good and the service was excellent. Would like to see a wider variety of selections on the menu but apart from that it was a great experience and highly recommended.
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Luciana
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Historical charm with great seafood. You do need reservations to get a seat. Service was perfect. I highly recommend the experience.
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stephen
Sacramento
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and service best seafood in the city our sever was amazing she was the best
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Uriel
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Vale la pena cada maldito dólar gastado en este lugar histórico.
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Nevy
VIP
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service, food and vibes are all excellent! A true Boston experience. Area around the restaurant has lots to do and see. I highly recommend the oysters and the lobster roll.
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Carlos
New York City
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great local to eat a good fish and chip. I’ll be back
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mary
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The scrod had no flavor. I literally had to add salt to my fish!
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Mary
VIP
Washington DC
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Union Oyster House is an annual treat when we visit Boston - almost 20 years strong! Very historic place with quaint ambience and excellent service. Some dishes are good and some outstanding.
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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 8678 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

29 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 130 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.unionoysterhouse.com?y_source=1_MjY4Nzk0MjktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=/
Phone number
(617) 227-2750

Union Oyster House

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Oyster House Clam Chowder

The Lobster Pot

Chilled Lobster Roll

APPETIZERS

Chilled Shrimp CocktailUSD 19.95

Fried "Crispy" CalamariUSD 22.95

MusselsUSD 19.95

Homemade Lump Crab CakesUSD 25.95

Baked Stuffed Clams (3)USD 19.95

SOUPS & CHOWDERS

Oyster House Clam ChowderUSD 13.95

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

THE SALAD PLATES

Union CaesarUSD 12.95

Mixed Field GreensUSD 11.95

SANDWICHES

Chilled Lobster Roll

Homemade Lump Crab CakeUSD 24.95

Charbroiled Hamburger*USD 19.95

Fried Oyster RollUSD 24.95

Fish SandwichUSD 19.95

Fried Clam Roll

Union Chicken ClubUSD 20.95

Seared Fish TacosUSD 19.95

OYSTER HOUSE FAVORITES

Broiled Boston ScrodUSD 27.95

Homemade Lump Crab CakesUSD 29.95

Tender Sweet Clams

Fried Select OystersUSD 29.95

Grilled Salmon FilletUSD 28.95

Sautéed Shrimp & ScallopsUSD 33.95

Crispy Fried Butterfly ShrimpUSD 24.95

Broiled Sea ScallopsUSD 33.95

Grilled Marinated Chicken BreastUSD 19.95

Ye Olde Fish & ChipsUSD 23.95

Catch of the Day "Off the Boat"

Ye Olde Seafood PlatterUSD 36.95

The Lobster Pot

FOR CHILDREN

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Union Oyster House offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Union Oyster House restaurant rated?

Is Union Oyster House currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information