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Union Oyster House, Boston, MA

Union Oyster House

4.5
4.5
8714 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 73 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

  • 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

Menu

APPETIZERS

  • Chilled Shrimp CocktailUS$19.95

    • Fried "Crispy" CalamariUS$22.95

      • MusselsUS$19.95

        Basque Style. Steamed with Garlic and White Wine, Garlic Bread

        • Homemade Lump Crab CakesUS$25.95

          House made Lump Crab Cakes over a bed of greens with a Lemon Garlic Aioli

          • Baked Stuffed Clams (3)US$19.95

            SOUPS & CHOWDERS

            • Oyster House Clam ChowderUS$13.95

              A Boston Classic

              • Fish ChowderUS$13.95

                • Soup of the DayUS$11.95

                  ON THE HALF SHELL

                  • Freshly Shucked Oysters 1/2 Doz.*US$21.95

                    • Native Cherrystone Clams 1/2 Doz.*US$19.95

                      • Cold Seafood Sampler*US$23.95

                        Shucked Oysters, Cherrystone Clams & Shrimp

                        THE SALAD PLATES

                        • Union CaesarUS$12.95

                          Served with House Baked Corn Bread

                          • Mixed Field GreensUS$11.95

                            Served with Choice of Dressing and House Baked Corn Bread

                            SANDWICHES

                            Served with French fries, coleslaw & dill pickle

                            • Chilled Lobster Roll

                              Market Price

                              • Market Price

                            • Homemade Lump Crab CakeUS$24.95

                              • Charbroiled Hamburger*US$19.95

                                • Fried Oyster RollUS$24.95

                                  • Fish SandwichUS$19.95

                                    w/ aged cheddar cheese

                                    • Fried Clam Roll

                                      Market Price

                                      • Market Price

                                    • Union Chicken ClubUS$20.95

                                      • Seared Fish TacosUS$19.95

                                        Also served Thai style

                                        OYSTER HOUSE FAVORITES

                                        All entrees served with choice of vegetable, mashed potato, French fries or rice

                                        • 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$29.95

                                                    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

                                                                                Last updated: 25 February 2025

                                                                                What 8,714 people are saying

                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                4.5
                                                                                4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                • 4.4Food
                                                                                • 4.6Service
                                                                                • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                • 4Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Union Oyster House offers a charming historical dining experience in Boston. It boasts "amazing food and service," with standout dishes like clam chowder and lobster rolls. The atmosphere is rich with history, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts. Some guests find it "overpriced" but cherish the historic charm.

                                                                                8,714 Reviews

                                                                                1. Ken

                                                                                  Orlando

                                                                                  36 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  36 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Historically amazing, friendly staff. Food was good, not great but worth the trip

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                                                                                2. David

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  What a fun and historic place to eat at in Boston.

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                                                                                3. Michael

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  20 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  20 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Richelle (our server) was great and attentive! We had chowder (clam and fish) along with fish and chips and a fish sandwich (a complete fish feast!). Excellent place to experience historic Boston and enjoy a good meal. We had a very relaxing time and will return.

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                                                                                4. Liberty

                                                                                  Phoenix

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Nice experience in charming historic site but so-so food with inflated tourist prices.

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                                                                                5. Derek

                                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  After hearing about the restaurant from locals as well as visitors, I had to try it. And we were not disappointed. It has a lot of charm, a great atmosphere and most important, though filled, we could easily hear our conversation. Our server was cheerful, on point, and I could see working really hard. She helped make the experience memorable.

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                                                                                6. Bryant

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  1.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 21 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Lobster in lobster Mac and cheese was cooked from frozen, mashed potatoes were instant mash and scallops breading was soggy. Overall disappointing.

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                                                                                7. Navi

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Toronto

                                                                                  11 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  11 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 21 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Amazing food and service! So much history in this place.

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                                                                                8. Gregory

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  San Diego

                                                                                  34 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  34 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 21 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  I really enjoyed the restaurant overall. I ordered the clam chowder, which was exceptional. As good as I’ve had. I ordered the warm lobster roll and I thought that the quality of the lobster was mediocre. I found it to be quite chewy. The french fries were really good. 

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                                                                                9. Luke

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 21 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  It was the best restaurant for lobsters. I personally think it was better than the maine locals

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                                                                                10. Anthony

                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on 18 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  This was my first time dining at Union Ouster House. The service and the food were absolutely outstanding. We had the shrimp and scallops, poor man’s lobster, grilled salmon, and the fisherman’s platter. Every thing came out perfectly. Most people do not realize how much the cost of buying seafood has gone up. For these times the prices were fair some people may disagree.

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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 4.5 stars by 8714 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                2 people
                                                                                19:00
                                                                                Booked 73 times today

                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                Google Map for Union Oyster House

                                                                                41 Union St, Boston, MA 02108

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Area
                                                                                  Faneuil Hall
                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                  Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
                                                                                • 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
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