Union Oyster House

4.1
Very Good
28669 reviews
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(617) 227-2750   |   Visit Website

About

The Union Oyster House, located in the heart of Boston's historic downtown district, is the oldest continuously operating seafood restaurant in America. Established in 1826, it offers a unique blend of classic New England and seafood cuisine served in a warm and inviting atmosphere designed to evoke a simpler, more elegant time. The menu features a wide selection of fresh seafood dishes prepared with the finest ingredients sourced from local fishermen and farmers. The Union Oyster House is an ideal destination for those seeking an authentic New England dining experience.

Restaurant Features

Facilities & Amenities

  • Restroom Restroom
  • Bar Bar
  • Kid Friendly Kid Friendly
  • Kid Menu Kid Menu
  • Kid High Chair Kid High Chair
  • Alcohol Alcohol
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Access

Accepted Payments

  • Credit Card
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay

Must Try Dishes

At Union Oyster House in Boston, Massachusetts, you absolutely have to try their Union Special Seafood Plate, an incredible assortment of shrimp, scallops, haddock and clams. Don't forget the classic New England Clam Chowder, which always hits the spot. The seafood isn't the only star here; their sweet cornbread is so delicious it could be dessert. Finally, for the adventurous eaters, there's the house specialty - their namesake Fresh Oysters. Whether you get them raw, fried or Rockefeller-style, it's a delight you don't want to miss.

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Reviews for Union Oyster House

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Mary C.

We booked the “Ultimate Boston Food Tour: Freedom Trail and North End” where this was one of our stops. We had many stops alongside the way, but this was one of our favorites. They have two types of Sam Adams beer that are only served in Boston. Everything was tasty!! … More

Valeryia M.

Nice place to visit. Clam chowder was good, lobster roll and the whole lobster was good too! Maybe not the best oyster we got. But still 5 stars. Decor is absolutely amazing!

Steven B.

My wife and I did the tourist thing and went here while visiting Boston. It was relatively empty when we came for lunch so the service was pretty quick. Our server was very nice and friendly, she made recommendations on what we should order. The brought us some cornbread to start, it was super soft and moist. It wasn't to sweet which I liked. We got the clam chowder to start and I ended up getting the lobster mac and cheese for my entree. My wife got the lobster ravioli. Overall the meal was pretty good but to us the decor on the wall was the coolest part of the meal. Definitely a cool place to see while in Boston but definitely more for tourists I think.

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Business Hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday:
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday:
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Location Map

41 Union St
Boston, MA 02108

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