Select Oyster Bar

Name: Select Oyster Bar
Address: 50 Gloucester Street, Boston, MA, United States, 02115
Telephone: (857) 239-8064
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

2498 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

Lively
Neighbourhood gem
Hot spot

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
Website
http://www.selectoyster.com/
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.

Location
50 Gloucester Street, Boston, MA 02115
Neighbourhood
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 Square<br />Orange Line: Back Bay Station<br />#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, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Shrimp Cocktail
champagne poached
- 4pcUS$17.00
Maine Uni Crostini*US$18.00
iggy's baguette, honey butter, lemon, sea salt
Blue Crab SaladUS$24.00
celery root rémoulade, grain mustard, lemon, chives
Dressed Maine LobsteUS$50.00
fines-herbes & lemon {available warm with butter}
White AnchoviesUS$16.00
pan con tomate, toasted garlic, olive oil, sea salt
Faroe Islands Salmon Crudo*US$15.00
togarashi, pistachio oil, lime
Yellowtail Hamachi Crudo*US$25.00
passionfruit, crispy ginger, cucumber, radish
Mixed Ceviche*
sweet pepper, serrano chili, red onion, cilantro, citrus
- MKT
Yellowfin Tuna Tartare*US$26.00
avocado, white sturgeon caviar, white soy

Starters

Avocado ToastUS$12.00
pain de mie, shallot, cilantro, citrus, espelette pepper
Romanesco CauliflowerUS$14.00
hazelnut aioli, shallot, parsley, lemon
Beet SaladUS$16.00
toasted pistachio, fennel whipped goat cheese, dill, sea salt
Blue PrawnsUS$17.00
espelette pepper, olive oil, toasted garlic, lemon
Maine MusselsUS$21.00
toasted cashews, coconut milk, ginger, aji amarillo, country toast
Spanish OctopusUS$23.00
roasted tomatillo, chimichurri, blistered snap peas, cilantro
Petite ClamsUS$22.00
spanish chorizo, garlic, white wine, parsley, country toast
Green Bean SaladUS$14.00
toasted almonds, fuji apples, parsley, fresno chili-yogurt dressing

Mains

Maine Lobster SaladUS$55.00
snow peas, cashews, radishes, napa cabbage, thai style dressing
Whole Roasted Sea Bream ''Taverna Style'US$38.00
roasted fennel, fingerlings, herb dressing
Icelandic Arctic Char**US$40.00
leek ragoût, frisée salad, bacon lardons, pistachio dressing
Casco Bay Halibut**US$46.00
shaved cauliflower, macomber turnip, toasted almond & golden raisin
Gloucester Swordfish**US$42.00
roasted eggplant puree, petite carrots, pomegranate glaze, citrus
Bouillabaisse SelectUS$42.00
roasted fish, prawns, clams, mussels, saffron farro, rouille
Savenor's Prime Ribeye**
fingerlings, greens, caramelized onions great hill blue cheese
- 14ozUS$65.00

Plateaux

The Gloucester*
6 island creek oysters, 4 shrimp cocktail, blue crab salad, dressed maine lobster, salmon crudo
- Serves 1-3 GuestsUS$125.00
The Select*
12 island creek oysters, 8 shrimp cocktail, blue crab salad, dressed maine lobster, salmon crudo
- Serves 3-4 GuestsUS$155.00
The Great Republic*
12 island creek oysters, 8 shrimp cocktail, blue crab salad, dressed maine lobster, salmon crudo, hamachi crudo, 4pc avocado toast
- Serves 3-6 GuestsUS$185.00
The Hemingway*
24 island creek oysters, 12 shrimp cocktail, blue crab salad, dressed maine lobster, salmon crudo, hamachi crudo, tuna tartare, 1 oz caviar, 4pc avocado toast
- Serves 4-6 GuestsUS$355.00

Vodka

Tito'sUS$14.00
ReykaUS$14.00
ChopinUS$16.00
Bully BoyUS$14.00

Gin

PlymouthUS$14.00
Hendrick's OrbiumUS$14.00
Citadelle Jardin d'EtéUS$16.00
Monkey 47US$16.00

Rum

Privateer SilverUS$14.00
Privateer AmberUS$15.00
Plantation 3 StarUS$14.00
Plantation Barbados 5 YearUS$15.00
Bully Boy Boston RumUS$15.00
Aguaviva CachaçaUS$14.00

Agave

Lunazul BlancoUS$14.00
Elvelo BlancoUS$14.00
Lunazul ReposadoUS$14.00
Tequila Ocho BlancoUS$16.00
Tequila Ocho ReposadoUS$18.00
Tequila Ocho AñejoUS$20.00
Clase Azul ReposadoUS$25.00
Wahaka MezcalUS$14.00
Mezcal De Leyenda CupreataUS$19.00

Bourbon + Rye

Four RosesUS$14.00
Four Roses Single BarrelUS$16.00
Elijah Craig Small BatchUS$15.00
Basil Hayden'sUS$14.00
Bully Boy WhiskeyUS$15.00
RittenhouseUS$14.00
Whistle Pig 12 YearUS$17.00
Town BranchUS$14.00

Blended + Single Malt

West Cork Irish WhiskeyUS$15.00
Monkey ShoulderUS$15.00
Glenfiddich 12 YearUS$16.00
Kilchoman IslayUS$17.00
Balvenie Doublewood 12 YearUS$18.00
Balvenie Doublewood 14 YearUS$28.00

Brandy

Pierre Ferrand 1840US$14.00
Pierre Ferrand AmbreUS$15.00
Le Compte CalvadosUS$15.00
Pierre Ferrand 1914 Vintage Millésime
- 2ozUS$350.00

Beer

Pilsner, Draught, Von TrappUS$9.00
Kölsch, ReissdorfUS$8.00
Belgian Style White, AllagashUS$10.00
New England IPA FiddleheadUS$11.00
New England IPA Maine Beer Co 'Lunch'US$14.00
Sour, Collective Arts 'Jam up the Mash'US$12.00
Cider, Shacksbury 'Arlo'US$10.00
Non Alcoholic IPA Athletic Brewing 'Free Wave'US$8.00

Cocktails

Inverno SpritzUS$16.00
pomegranate, lemon, bitter orange, bubbles
HidalgoUS$16.00
elvelo tequila, bully boy amaro, aperol, lemon
Salt WashedUS$16.00
citadelle gin, manzanilla, cucumber, black pepper
Sugarshack DaiquriUS$16.00
privateer rum blend, maple, lime, salt
Lion's HeartUS$16.00
four roses bourbon, allspice, angostura, lime
Select NegroniUS$16.00
citadelle gin, campari, contratto rosso
SazeracUS$16.00
pierre ferrand 1840, absinthe wash, lemon oil

By the Glass

Bubbles

Cava [MV] Mercat 'brut'US$14.00
Brut Rosé [MV] Roederer EstateUS$18.00
Champagne [MV] Deutz 'brut Classic'US$25.00

Whites

Riesling [2020] Trimbach 'Classic'US$16.00
Chablis 1er Cru [2021] Paul Nicole 'Mont de Milieu'US$25.00
Grüner Veltliner [2021] Lagler 'Burgberg Federspiel'US$14.00
Sancerre [2021] Domaine ThomasUS$21.00
Alvarinho [2022] Foral 'Old Vines'US$15.00
Chardonnay [2021] SandhiUS$19.00

Rosé

Sicilian Blend [2022] PlanetaUS$16.00
Provence Blend [2022] Peyrassol 'La Croix'US$17.00
Sancerre [2021] M+E RoblinUS$20.00

Red

Pinot Noir [2021] au Bon ClimatUS$18.00
Etna Rosso [2021] Terre NereUS$16.00
Bordeaux [2016] Château DegasUS$17.00

Bottles

Bubbles

Catalan Blanc de Blanc [2020] Raventós 'Conca del Riu Anoia'US$68.00
Catalan Brut Rosé [2019] Raventós 'De Nit'US$75.00
Champagne [MV] Pol Roger 'White Foil'US$145.00
Champagne Blanc de Noirs [2014] Huré Frères "Instantanée'US$160.00
Champagne [2015] Pol Roger 'Sir Winston Churchill'US$495.00
Chardonnay [2017] Under the Wire 'Alder Springs'US$125.00
Champagne, Grand Cru [2007] Le Mesnil 'Prestige'US$205.00

Chablis

Petit Chablis [2019] Isabelle + Denis PommierUS$80.00
Chablis [2020] Christian MoreauUS$98.00
Chablis [2020] Moreau-NaudetUS$120.00
Chablis 1er Cru [2018] Jean + Sebastian Dauvissat 'Sechet'US$140.00
Chablis 1er Cru [2018] Droin 'Vaillons'US$120.00
Chablis, Grand Cru [2019] Christian Moreau 'Les Clos'US$250.00

Sancerre

Sancerre [2021] Alphonse Mellot 'La Moussiere'US$120.00
Sancerre [2020] Lucien Crochet 'Croix du Roy'US$98.00
Sancerre [2020] Claude Riffault 'Les Denisottes'US$125.00
Sancerre [2021] Domaine VacheronUS$140.00

White Burgundy

Aligoté [2019] Camille GiroudUS$75.00
Bourgogne Chardonnay [2020] Justin GiradinUS$80.00
Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru [2020] Pascal Clement 'Boudriotte'US$295.00
Corton-Charlamagne, Grand Cru [2019] Bonneau du MartrayUS$525.00

American Chard

Santa Barbara [2021] au Bon ClimatUS$85.00
Santa Maria Valley [2017] Tyler 'Dierberg Vineyard'US$98.00
Sta Rita Hills [2018] Liquid Farms 'Golden Slope'US$125.00
Sta Rita Hills [2020] SandhiUS$120.00
Sonoma Coast [2019] Peay 'Estate'US$115.00

Other Whites

Muscadet [2020] Claude BrangerUS$48.00
Ribolla Gialla [2020] Arnot-Roberts 'Vare Vineyard'US$78.00
Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc [2020] Domaine du Vieux LazaretUS$80.00
Albariño [2020] LeiranaUS$75.00
Riesling [2014] Trimbach 'Fréderic Emile'US$145.00
Riesling, Grand Cru [2016] Trimbach 'Geisberg'US$205.00
Riesling, Grand Cru [2014] Trimbach 'Clos Ste Hune'US$495.00
Chenin Blanc [2020] Ken Forrester 'The Fmc'US$120.00

Pinot Noir

Sonoma Coast [2020] Anthill FarmsUS$78.00
Sonoma Coast [2019] Marine Layer 'Lyra'US$125.00
Umpqua Valley [2019] Brandborg 'Benchlands'US$75.00
Sta Rita Hills [2019] Sandhi 'Sanford & Benedict'US$120.00
Eola-Amity Hills [2021] Evening Land 'Seven Springs'US$98.00
Savigny-Les-Beaune [2019] Simon BizeUS$140.00
Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er Cru [2018] Bruno Clair 'la Dominode'US$250.00
Gevrey-Chambertin [2018] Armand RousseauUS$595.00
Chambertin, Grand Cru [2018] Armand Rousseau 'Clos de la Roche'US$2,900.00
Chambertin, Grand Cru [2018] Armand RousseauUS$4,500.00

Half Bottles

Champagne [MV] Camile Saves 'Carte Blanche'
- 375mlUS$60.00
Albariño [2020] Granbazan 'Verde'
- 375mlUS$40.00
Pouilly-Fume [2021] Jean Pabiot
- 375mlUS$55.00
Riesling [2019] Hugel
- 375mlUS$45.00
Riesling [2013] Trimbach 'Frédéric Emile'
- 375mlUS$75.00
Pinot Noir [2015] Bethel Heights 'Eola Amity Hills'
- 375mlUS$50.00
Barolo [2016] Damiliano
- 375mlUS$55.00
Cabernet Blend [2009] Cain 'Five'
- 375mlUS$125.00

Other Reds

Gamay Blend [2019] Clos de l'Elu 'Maupiti'US$65.00
Moulin-â-vent [2018] Domaine Anne GrosUS$120.00
Jura Blend [2020] Tissot 'DD'US$85.00
Beaujolais [2020] Raphaël Chopin 'La Savoye'US$70.00
Chianti Riserva [2018] Tenuta di ArcenoUS$72.00
Nebbiolo [2019] la Kiuva Rouge de ValléeUS$60.00
Carignan Blend [2019] Coupe Roses 'Bastide'US$65.00
Saumur [2020] Antoine Sanzay 'La Paterne'US$85.00
Rioja [2020] Olivier Rivière 'Rayos Uva'US$78.00
Chinon [2017] Domaine Groisbois 'Clos du Noyer'US$80.00
Ribera del Duero [2011] Vega Sicilia 'Unico'US$495.00
Cabernet Sauvignon [2019] Jax 'Y3'US$85.00
Cinsault+Cabernet Blend [2020] Château Musar 'Musar Jeune'US$75.00
Pauillac [2017] Chateau LatourUS$255.00
Rioja [2014] La Rioja Alta 'Ardanza'US$98.00
Cabernet Sauvignon [2017] Long Meadow RanchUS$120.00
Cabernet Sauvignon [2017] Cain 'Five'US$250.00
Cabernet Sauvignon [2014] DominusUS$395.00
Cabernet Sauvignon [2015] Corison 'Napa Valley'
- MagnumUS$380.00

What 2,498 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
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Greater Boston
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Greater Boston
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Best Food
Boston
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Select Oyster Bar offers an exceptional seafood experience in Boston's Back Bay. Guests rave about the "amazing oyster selection" and "incredible seafood." The intimate setting and "friendly, attentive service" enhance the dining experience. While some find it a bit pricey, the "freshness and quality" make it worth every penny.

2,498 Reviews

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Amy
Seattle
58 reviews
vip
4.0
58 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food quality and service were top notch - seating us at the bar simply because we were a party of 2, was not a great experience. I would not recommend for a special occasion dinner. The seating concept can be improved.
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Susan
St. Louis
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Happy hour specials are good. The food is so-so. Oysters were good and with the happy hour special they were the highlight.
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Karen
Greater Boston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service! We are never disappointed when we come to Select!
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Kaitlyn
Raleigh
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing meal with some of the best seafood and crudo and oysters I’ve ever had.
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Molly
Washington DC
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful, fresh, flavorful food in a stylish setting.
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Todd
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent team. Vikram & Santiago were fantastic.
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leslie
Greater Boston
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Ridiculous price for a glass of wine Not a good value and way too expensive for what it is
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Teresa
Greater Boston
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Second time here this month. Food is excellent, drinks are good. Well worth.a visit
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Dana
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely atmosphere, friendly and accommodating staff, delicious food
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Vassilis
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great ! A little expensive for fairly small portions
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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 2498 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

50 Gloucester Street, Boston, MA 02115

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Newbury and Boylston Streets
Neighbourhood
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, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.selectoyster.com/
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.

Select Oyster Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Beet Salad

Spanish Octopus

Bouillabaisse Select

Fruits de Mer

Shrimp Cocktail

Maine Uni Crostini*US$18.00

Blue Crab SaladUS$24.00

Dressed Maine LobsteUS$50.00

White AnchoviesUS$16.00

Faroe Islands Salmon Crudo*US$15.00

Yellowtail Hamachi Crudo*US$25.00

Mixed Ceviche*

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare*US$26.00

Starters

Avocado ToastUS$12.00

Romanesco CauliflowerUS$14.00

Beet SaladUS$16.00

Blue PrawnsUS$17.00

Maine MusselsUS$21.00

Spanish OctopusUS$23.00

Petite ClamsUS$22.00

Green Bean SaladUS$14.00

Mains

Maine Lobster SaladUS$55.00

Whole Roasted Sea Bream ''Taverna Style'US$38.00

Icelandic Arctic Char**US$40.00

Casco Bay Halibut**US$46.00

Gloucester Swordfish**US$42.00

Bouillabaisse SelectUS$42.00

Savenor's Prime Ribeye**

Plateaux

The Gloucester*

The Select*

The Great Republic*

The Hemingway*

Vodka

Tito'sUS$14.00

ReykaUS$14.00

ChopinUS$16.00

Bully BoyUS$14.00

Gin

PlymouthUS$14.00

Hendrick's OrbiumUS$14.00

Citadelle Jardin d'EtéUS$16.00

Monkey 47US$16.00

Rum

Privateer SilverUS$14.00

Privateer AmberUS$15.00

Plantation 3 StarUS$14.00

Plantation Barbados 5 YearUS$15.00

Bully Boy Boston RumUS$15.00

Aguaviva CachaçaUS$14.00

Agave

Lunazul BlancoUS$14.00

Elvelo BlancoUS$14.00

Lunazul ReposadoUS$14.00

Tequila Ocho BlancoUS$16.00

Tequila Ocho ReposadoUS$18.00

Tequila Ocho AñejoUS$20.00

Clase Azul ReposadoUS$25.00

Wahaka MezcalUS$14.00

Mezcal De Leyenda CupreataUS$19.00

Bourbon + Rye

Four RosesUS$14.00

Four Roses Single BarrelUS$16.00

Elijah Craig Small BatchUS$15.00

Basil Hayden'sUS$14.00

Bully Boy WhiskeyUS$15.00

RittenhouseUS$14.00

Whistle Pig 12 YearUS$17.00

Town BranchUS$14.00

Blended + Single Malt

West Cork Irish WhiskeyUS$15.00

Monkey ShoulderUS$15.00

Glenfiddich 12 YearUS$16.00

Kilchoman IslayUS$17.00