Union Oyster House

4.3

8641 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

Union Oyster House

4.3

$30 and under

Seafood

Faneuil Hall

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 68 times today

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

DESSERTS

Warm Apple Cobbler$10.95
Boston Cream Pie$11.95
Ice Cream$8.95

ON THE SIDE

Boston Baked Beans$8.95

What 8,641 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
4.4Service
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.

8,641 Reviews

R
Robert
Austin
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food is average at best these days and is overpriced. Ambience and history is first rate. Service was very good.
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James
Hawaii
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Might be a little touristy but it was still a cool experience. Server Justice was awesome. Friendly, accommodating and efficient. Food was very good. Ambience - as long as you understand it’s a historical restaurant you’ll love it!
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Llewellyn
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had to return...the food is wonderful. Will always be on the list whenever I return to Boston.
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Damaris
Fort Lauderdale
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good service and ambience. Disappointed that I paid almost 18 bucks for 2 scoop of plain vanilla ice cream. This was extremely disappointing and I won't be back. Have a kids menu with desserts as well because this price is beyond a rip-off.
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Bryan
Greensboro
14 reviews
2.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food decent. Small portions especially for the price. Cool building with all the history. Would go to visit but not eat.
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Stephen
London
20 reviews
1.0
20 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Been to the Union many times but this time was the worst meal I have ever had in my life… poor poor poor! Ordered lobster but odd sides offered … rice!!! Carrots!!! Mash!!! Where’s the jacket potato, where’s the corn cob, where’s the coleslaw??? All pretty standard traditional sides to accompany lobster…!!! Everything bland and far too expensive for the quality of the food… Awful experience! Never again! Atmosphere was terrible too… upstairs booths not open because of Covid apparently (😳) so was seated in a side area with big overhead lights on - not relaxing at all!!! And don’t get me started on the toilets… 🤢 Such a shame for this iconic restaurant to be dragged down as it has been… sad!!!
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Hector
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff was courteous seated us promptly as soon as we arrived. The host offered to take a photo of us with a lobster. Great overall experience. Our drinks came out quickly. Our server was polite ,friendly and knowledgeable. The clam chowder was amazing. The cod was out of this world great experience dining in the oldest restaurant in the United States. Highly recommend.
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正照
Tokyo
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Location and exterior are excellent. Bar at the entrance is also good for waiting to be seated. Lobster was big enough and very tasty.
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Jacob
Austin
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the historic location. Great history and food right on Freedom Trail. Fairly priced for the city. Great Clam Chowda! Will return next time we’re in town.
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TINA
Greater Boston
26 reviews
vip
3.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Very historic venue. Seems to be all original booths etc. and you get a real feel for the old days. Chowder was excellent and food was good. Food and beverages were delivered quickly. None of the wait staff ever smiled. Our waitress never introduced herself. Employees all seemed to be doing their job - but not really caring that they were working with the public. Not a welcoming atmosphere. Probably won’t return.
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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 8641 OpenTable diners.

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

Union Oyster House

4.3

$30 and under

Seafood

Faneuil Hall

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 68 times today

Order delivery or takeout

41 Union St, Boston, MA 02108

Additional information

Neighborhood
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

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 Cocktail$19.95

Fried "Crispy" Calamari$22.95

Mussels$19.95

Homemade Lump Crab Cakes$25.95

Baked Stuffed Clams (3)$19.95

SOUPS & CHOWDERS

Oyster House Clam Chowder$13.95

Fish Chowder$13.95

Soup of the Day$11.95

ON THE HALF SHELL

Freshly Shucked Oysters*$21.95

Native Cherrystone Clams*$19.95

Cold Seafood Sampler*$23.95

THE SALAD PLATES

Union Caesar$12.95

Mixed Field Greens$11.95

SANDWICHES

Chilled Lobster Roll

Homemade Lump Crab Cake$24.95

Charbroiled Hamburger*$19.95

Fried Oyster Roll$24.95

Fish Sandwich$19.95

Fried Clam Roll

Union Chicken Club$20.95

Seared Fish Tacos$19.95

OYSTER HOUSE FAVORITES

Broiled Boston Scrod$27.95

Homemade Lump Crab Cakes$29.95

Tender Sweet Clams

Fried Select Oysters$29.95

Grilled Salmon Fillet$28.95

Sautéed Shrimp & Scallops$33.95

Crispy Fried Butterfly Shrimp$24.95

Broiled Sea Scallops$33.95

Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast$19.95

Ye Olde Fish & Chips$23.95

Catch of the Day "Off the Boat"

Ye Olde Seafood Platter$36.95

The Lobster Pot

FOR CHILDREN

Fried Fish Fillet Sandwich*$12.95

Hamburger, Sliders (2)*$12.95

Fried Chicken Tenders*$12.95

Mac & Cheese*$9.95

Grilled Hot Dog*$9.95

Grilled Cheese Sandwich*$9.95

DESSERTS

Warm Apple Cobbler$10.95

Boston Cream Pie$11.95

Ice Cream$8.95

ON THE SIDE

Boston Baked Beans$8.95

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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Union Oyster House

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information