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Select Oyster Bar, Boston, MA

Select Oyster Bar

4.9
4.9
2522 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
9:30 pm
Booked 31 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Select Oyster Bar, the first solo venture from chef Michael Serpa, is a neighborhood oyster bar & seafood restaurant in the heart of Back Bay. Select offers fresh, local seafood with Mediterranean influences in a cozy brownstone space. A carefully curated raw bar, creative crudo, and thoughtful fish entrees round out the menu. A seafood centric wine program feature classic pairings as well as off the beaten path selections is the center of the beverage program, alongside artisan cocktails and craft beer.

Food & Wine America's Best New Wine Bars, Boston Mag Best New Restaurant & Best Wine Program, Improper Bostonian Best Seafood.


After 15 minutes past reservation time, we may seat your table. Please call us if you are running a bit late.

If you do not find the time slot you are looking for, give us a ring 857-239-8064.

Visit our website for more information on our reservations.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Wine Bar, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (857) 239-8064
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Serpa
  • Private party facilities
    Private functions for groups of up to 30 in our back dining room and groups of 60 for full buyout. Visit SelectOyster.com for private events information and pricing.
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Between Newbury and Boylston Streets
  • Parking details
    Metered Street Parking as well as many lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    Green Line: Hynes Convention or Copley SquareOrange Line: Back Bay Station#1 Bus, Mass Ave + Newbury; Airport Shuttle to Hynes Convention
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,522 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Best Food

  • Greater Boston

    Seafood

  • Boston

    Best Food

  • Boston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Select Oyster Bar offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "the freshest seafood" and a "great atmosphere." Known for its "amazing oyster selection," patrons consistently praise the "friendly and attentive service." While prices are on the high side, the "quality cannot be beat." A must-visit for seafood lovers!

2,522 Reviews
  1. Ashley

    Monterrey

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hamachi crudo THE BEST! Octopus is great too! Oysters amazing!

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  2. Marissa

    VIP

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My partner and I came her two years ago when we were visiting Boston and decided to come back this year since we were back in town. We always sit at the countertop and always have fabulous service and amazing food! The Oysters, Hamachi Crudo, Mussels, Beet Salad, and Halibut are our favorites! John, Ben and Angel Daniel were amazing servers! Looking forward to coming back next time we are in town!

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  3. Richard

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very fresh amazing very fresh oysters fantastic. Fantastic service

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  4. Walter

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Outstanding seafood restaurant in a brownstone setting. A group of eight loud guests at a nearby table disturbed the ambiance

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  5. Sheila

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fist time visitor to Select Oyster. So impressed! We loved our night! Sat by the window complete with snowy backdrop. Our server was eelcoming and had brilliant suggestions. Our meals were all fabulous. Shared the yellowtail crudo. So fresh and flavorful. Everyone was raving about the entreès. My only wish is for a less expensive white by the glass. Thank you for a great experience!!!

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  6. Billy

    Greater Boston

    62 reviews

    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hands down best seafood in Boston ! Please don’t go there, I hate waiting !

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  7. Robert

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Boston, hands down! We love the salmon crudo, lobster salad, oysters etc. - everything is really good. In addition, the service and the team are fantastic. It really couldn't be a better experience.

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  8. Franco

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service. Alejandro was superb. A bit too noisy in the back room where we were sitting. Overall and excellent experience. I recommend it.

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  9. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and ambience sitting at the bar. Service was a bit slow checking in. meal came out quick and was fantastic.  quick and incredible cocktails.

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  10. William

    Las Vegas

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food. The restaurant is small so it’s crowded but that adds to the atmosphere. The mussels are to die for and we ordered extra bread just to soak up all the sauce. The staff was perfect. Will be back again and again.

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FAQs

Select Oyster Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (857) 239-8064.

Select Oyster Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 2522 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
9:30 pm
Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Select Oyster Bar

50 Gloucester Street, Boston, MA 02115

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Newbury and Boylston Streets
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Wine Bar, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered Street Parking as well as many lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    Green Line: Hynes Convention or Copley SquareOrange Line: Back Bay Station#1 Bus, Mass Ave + Newbury; Airport Shuttle to Hynes Convention
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Serpa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (857) 239-8064
  • Private party facilities
    Private functions for groups of up to 30 in our back dining room and groups of 60 for full buyout. Visit SelectOyster.com for private events information and pricing.
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