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

8676 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

9:00 p.m.

Booked 122 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.

Order delivery or takeout

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
Neighbourhood
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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Broiled Boston ScrodUS$27.95
A New England Tradition. Crusted with seasoned bread crumbs
Homemade Lump Crab CakesUS$29.95
Ye olde recipe, with lemon aioli
Tender Sweet Clams
fried to perfection
- Market Price
Fried Select OystersUS$29.95
a Union Oyster House Tradition
Grilled Salmon FilletUS$28.95
Farm raised in the Atlantic Ocean
Sautéed Shrimp & ScallopsUS$33.95
Served with a sundried tomato cream sauce over rice
Crispy Fried Butterfly ShrimpUS$24.95
with fries and cole slaw
Broiled Sea ScallopsUS$33.95
Our native deep sea scallops, lightly crusted with seasoned breadcrumbs
Grilled Marinated Chicken BreastUS$19.95
Served with fresh vegetables and rice
Ye Olde Fish & ChipsUS$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 PlatterUS$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*US$12.95
Hamburger, Sliders (2)*US$12.95
Fried Chicken Tenders*US$12.95
Mac & Cheese*US$9.95
Grilled Hot Dog*US$9.95
Grilled Cheese Sandwich*US$9.95

DESSERTS

Warm Apple CobblerUS$10.95
Boston Cream PieUS$11.95
Ice CreamUS$8.95

ON THE SIDE

Boston Baked BeansUS$8.95

What 8,676 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.

8,676 Reviews

F
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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Daniel
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Only ding on the service was that following shift change, we had trouble getting our check. Only ding on the "chowda" was it could have been a little warmer. Otherwise, this remains a great spot for a good meal!
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Lisa
Austin
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great! Justice, our server, was very attentive. We were on the 3rd floor which is a quieter area.
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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 8676 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

9:00 p.m.

Booked 122 times today

Order delivery or takeout

41 Union St, Boston, MA 02108

Additional information

Neighbourhood
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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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

Union Oyster House

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Oyster House Clam Chowder

The Lobster Pot

Chilled Lobster Roll

APPETIZERS

Chilled Shrimp CocktailUS$19.95

Fried "Crispy" CalamariUS$22.95

MusselsUS$19.95

Homemade Lump Crab CakesUS$25.95

Baked Stuffed Clams (3)US$19.95

SOUPS & CHOWDERS

Oyster House Clam ChowderUS$13.95

Fish ChowderUS$13.95

Soup of the DayUS$11.95

ON THE HALF SHELL

Freshly Shucked Oysters*US$21.95

Native Cherrystone Clams*US$19.95

Cold Seafood Sampler*US$23.95

THE SALAD PLATES

Union CaesarUS$12.95

Mixed Field GreensUS$11.95

SANDWICHES

Chilled Lobster Roll

Homemade Lump Crab CakeUS$24.95

Charbroiled Hamburger*US$19.95

Fried Oyster RollUS$24.95

Fish SandwichUS$19.95

Fried Clam Roll

Union Chicken ClubUS$20.95

Seared Fish TacosUS$19.95

OYSTER HOUSE FAVORITES

Broiled Boston ScrodUS$27.95

Homemade Lump Crab CakesUS$29.95

Tender Sweet Clams

Fried Select OystersUS$29.95

Grilled Salmon FilletUS$28.95

Sautéed Shrimp & ScallopsUS$33.95

Crispy Fried Butterfly ShrimpUS$24.95

Broiled Sea ScallopsUS$33.95

Grilled Marinated Chicken BreastUS$19.95

Ye Olde Fish & ChipsUS$23.95

Catch of the Day "Off the Boat"

Ye Olde Seafood PlatterUS$36.95

The Lobster Pot

FOR CHILDREN

Fried Fish Fillet Sandwich*US$12.95

Hamburger, Sliders (2)*US$12.95

Fried Chicken Tenders*US$12.95

Mac & Cheese*US$9.95

Grilled Hot Dog*US$9.95

Grilled Cheese Sandwich*US$9.95

DESSERTS

Warm Apple CobblerUS$10.95

Boston Cream PieUS$11.95

Ice CreamUS$8.95

ON THE SIDE

Boston Baked BeansUS$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 reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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