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Ostra, Boston, MA

Ostra

4.8
4.8
4652 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
20:00
Booked 71 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Romantic
Situated in Boston's vibrant Back Bay neighborhood, One Charles Street South is home to a modern Mediterranean eatery known as Ostra. Led by Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano and Executive Chef Mitchell Randall, our restaurant draws inspiration from the abundant seafood offerings of both local New England waters and the coastal regions of Europe. With a strong emphasis on specialty seafood sourced from the Mediterranean and various parts of the United States, our culinary creations showcase the natural essence and delightful flavors of each dish through their light preparation.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–21:30 Sun 17:30–20:30
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jamie Mammano
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Experiences

  • Easter at Ostra

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Please join us for Easter at Ostra! We will be offering our a la carte menu from 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm. We look forward to celebrating with you!
    Easter at Ostra photo
  • Mother's Day at Ostra

    11 May 2025 only
    Please join us for Mother's Day at Ostra! We will be offering our a la carte menu from 4:30 pm to 9:00 pm. We look forward to celebrating with you!
    Mother's Day at Ostra photo

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What 4,652 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Seafood

  • Boston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ostra offers a sublime dining experience with "impeccable service," "delicious food," and a "romantic ambiance." Signature dishes like the gnocchetti with lobster and branzino consistently impress. While prices are on the higher side, the quality and thoughtful touches make it a "special celebration" destination. Highly recommended for seafood lovers.

4,652 Reviews
  1. JessieC VIP

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was amazing! I was there for a show at the Wilbur across the street and it was my girlfriend’s birthday. The presentation of the food was perfect, the restaurant split everything for us without even asking, and also surprised my friend with sorbet for her bday!

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  2. Barry VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, attentive service, and a lovely dining room—it's hard to go wrong. The carpaccio is excellent, especially for a seafood-centric restaurant. Paella was good, too. Dining companion enjoyed the Monkfish very much. Wish they had more local seafood options.
    OstraResponded 1 day ago
    Barry, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excellent food, attentive service, and lovely dining atmosphere at our restaurant. Your positive feedback on dishes like the carpaccio and paella is greatly appreciated. We're always striving to provide an exceptional dining experience, and your comments will help us continue to improve. Regards, Julia.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Caribbean2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    overhyped and overpriced. i ordered fish with potatoes, the fish was ok, not much flavor, but the potatoes were basically uncooked.

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  4. Gozel

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional venue. Great food, impeccable service, wonderful ambience. I had a sea bream, which is my favorite fish and is a rare beast in New England. My husband had a zebrano fish. Both were cooked and seasoned to perfection. Plus scrumptious, tender shishito peppers are to die for. Great wine list too. Restaurant exceeded our expectation!
    OstraResponded 4 days ago
    Gozel, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your dining experience with us. It brings us great joy to know that our offerings, from the delectable seafood dishes to the flavorful shishito peppers and extensive wine list, exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another exceptional meal. Regards, Julia.

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  5. Stephen VIP

    New York City24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful evening womb great friends sitting at the bar with fabulous food and Liz took great care of us.
    OstraResponded 4 days ago
    Stephen, thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful evening with your friends at our establishment. It's our pleasure to provide exceptional service and create a memorable dining experience for our valued guests. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back again soon. Regards, Julia.

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  6. Stephen

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal I’ve had in a long time and a very amazing waitress.
    OstraResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words, Stephen! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience with us. Our team works hard to provide excellent service, and we are thrilled that your meal and the service exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards, Julia.

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  7. Accolades

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent dining experience. Highly recommend Ostra.
    OstraResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Ostra, Accolades. We're delighted to know you had an excellent dining experience and highly recommend our restaurant. It's always a pleasure to receive such positive feedback from our valued guests. Regards, Julia.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal from start to finish. Best monkfish we have ever had and the service was exceptional. Ostra is the best seafood restaurant in Boston!
    OstraResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the exceptional monkfish and exemplary service during your visit to Ostra. It's our pleasure to provide an outstanding seafood dining experience in Boston. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Regards, Julia

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  9. Fernando VIP

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Each time I dine at Ostra the experience is better than the previous one, it is pricey but food is superb and service outstanding.
    OstraResponded 4 days ago
    Fernando, thank you for your kind words and for choosing to dine with us at Ostra. We take great pride in delivering an exceptional dining experience, and it brings us immense joy to know that we have exceeded your expectations. Your continued patronage is a testament to our commitment to quality and service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable visit. Regards, Julia.

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  10. SimoneH

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, Ostra never disappoints. Food, drinks and service were excellent. Highly recommended!
    OstraResponded 4 days ago
    Simone, thank you for dining with us at Ostra. We're delighted to hear you had an excellent experience with our food, drinks, and service. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Regards, Julia.

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FAQs

Ostra offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 421-1200.

Ostra is rated 4.8 stars by 4652 OpenTable diners.

Ostra does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 71 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ostra

1 Charles St. South, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–21:30 Sun 17:30–20:30
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jamie Mammano
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