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1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar, Gloucester, MA

1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar

4.7
4.7
1805 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
55 Commercial St, Gloucester, MA 01930-5047

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
Voted Best of North Shore Magazine Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best Waterview Dining" and Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best AlFresco Dining".

Delicious cuisine with ocean views. Located on the second-floor, our restaurant and bar offers an oceanfront dining deck showcasing New England coastal dining at its best. Celebrate delicious Modern American cuisine with fresh local ingredients by our Chef and his culinary team. The tasteful décor, seaside vistas and comfortable atmosphere provide a dining experience unlike any other in the area. Relax and unwind in cozy elegance at the oceanfront bar, by the fireplace or out by the firepit on the deck, or dine on our fresh catch at our new oyster bar. With a plenty of seats to encourage community gatherings, enjoy a light-hearted take on the region’s culinary delights.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:45 am All Day Menu Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jon McKechnie
  • Private party facilities
    Featuring oceanfront views, our Champlain Private Dining room is ideal for small parties, business meetings and other special occasions. Please reach us at 1606@beauporthotel.com or 978-491-5090.
  • Neighborhood
    Gloucester
  • Cross street
    Washington Street
  • Parking details
    Valet and self-parking options available
  • Public transit
    Gloucester MBTA stop near railroad ave, less than a mile away from the restaurant
  • Entertainment
    Live music in our 1606 Bar every Wednesday and Thursday from 6-9PM during off-season months
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day By The Sea Grand Ballroom Buffet 2025

    $49.00 - $89.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    One of two distinct experiences brought to you by 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar at Beauport Hotel - join us for our Mother's Day by the Sea Buffet in our Grand Ballroom! Featuring a Chef's Station with our Hand-Carved Roasted Garlic & Herb Crusted Sirloin, a Waffle Bar, and a Make Your Own Omelet Station, this is the best Mother's Day Buffet in Gloucester with sweeping ocean views and top-notch service. Adults are $89* and kids are $49* (12 and under). Please specify the amount of adults and kids in the guest notes when booking. Reservations with a credit card are required. Cancellations after May 5th at 9PM and no-shows will be subject to a $74 per person charge. *Price does not include MA State Tax and 20% gratuity.
    Mother's Day By The Sea Grand Ballroom Buffet 2025 Photo
  • Mother's Day By The Sea Prix Fixe 2025

    $99.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    One of two distinct experiences brought to you by 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar at Beauport Hotel - join us for Mother's Day by the Sea Prix Fixe in our Main Dining Room! Celebrate Mom this year with sweeping ocean views, a complimentary Prosecco Toast for the whole family (non-alcoholic beverage options available) and our three-course prix fixe menu, featuring Mom's favorites, such as Rack of Lamb Persillade, Chicken Galantine and Spring Asparagus Risotto. Adults are $99* per person and a children's menu is available for those 12 and under. Reservations with a credit card are required. Cancellations after May 4th at 9PM and no-shows will be subject to a $74 per person charge. *Price does not include MA State Tax and 20% gratuity.
    Mother's Day By The Sea Prix Fixe 2025 Photo

What 1,805 people are saying

1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding service" and a "spectacular view" of the ocean. Guests rave about the delicious and diverse menu, particularly the "best handcrafted cocktails" and "excellent seafood." The ambiance is perfect for any occasion, making it a "must-visit in Gloucester."

1,805 Reviews
  1. Hillary

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful location. Great service. Friendly people. Perfect!

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  2. Suzanne

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful view and relaxed vibe. Something for everyone on the menu! Service was friendly, courtesy and professional. Definitely a special place for a special occasion

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  3. Katie

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside at a fire pit table and the food, drinks and service were amazing!!
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 3 days ago
    Katie, we’re pleased to hear the fire pit seating made for a memorable setting and that the food, drinks, and hospitality all stood out. We’d be happy to welcome you back again soon, and thank you for your review.

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  4. Donald

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere. Waitress LeeAnn was wonderful. Food was excellent and more than enough. We’ll be back.
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 6 days ago
    Donald, we never take a five-star review for granted, and our team will be thrilled to know that you enjoyed your visit to the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar! Thanks for sharing your kind remarks. We'll pass your accolades along to LeeAnn, and we all look forward to serving you again soon!

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  5. John

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Holly, was incredible. My party felt so well taken care of. I accidentally broke one of the candles on the cake I had brought, and she was able to fix it before bringing it to the table. I have never had a bad experience at 1606, and this was the best yet. Thank you to all of the talented team that makes 1606 run. Thank you Holly for making my wife's birthday brunch a delight! Excellent food, wonderful service, amazing views.
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 6 days ago
    John, it's always a delight to see you come through our doors at the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, and we're honored to have been included in your birthday celebration! Holly will be thrilled to hear that her friendly attention surpassed your expectations. Your five-star rating means the world to us, and we're eager to see you again soon!

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  6. Mary VIP

    Greater Boston30 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Very disorganized service. Sunday Brunch Took long time to ask for order. Brought one dish to table then took it back saying it was for someone else. When finally got both dishes for our order one dish totally wrong. By the time it was corrected other person done eating. Disappointed in quality of the food Unlikely to go back.
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 6 days ago
    Mary, please accept our sincere apologies for your frustration. At the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, we're known for delicious cuisine and unparalleled service and we truly regret that your experience was not reflective of this. Our team will use your comments to see where retraining is needed. We hope you'll consider allowing us another chance to restore your faith in us.

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  7. David

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious, and gorgeous views, even on a rainy day!
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 7 days ago
    David, we loved welcoming you to the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar! Thanks so much for your kind remarks about our tasty fare and incredible setting. Please plan another visit on a clear day so you can enjoy a sunny view and find more menu favorites!

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  8. Jennifer

    Gloucestershire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Easter buffet with everything you could ask for! We had a lovely time. No nice not to have to cook for a holiday. Excellent service, fantastic food, lovely setting (of course helped by the beautiful sunny day).
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded on April 23, 2025
    Jennifer, it was wonderful spending Easter with you! Thank you for letting us do the cooking and the clean up so you could just relax and enjoy the sunshine and pampering. Please think of us at the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar when planning your next outing!

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  9. Craig VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Easter Lunch dinner menu was too limited. Food was good, but difficult for party to be fully satisfied with meal.
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded on April 23, 2025
    It's disappointing to hear that our special menu fell short of what you and your party hoped for, Craig. We'll be sure to use your feedback in the future. Please visit us again soon at the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar so we can work to earn another star to two.

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  10. John VIP

    Philadelphia50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visiting family for Easter, had a wonderful time exclamation point Kiki was outstanding, food was delicious and we were not rushed at all. Excellent job!
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded on April 23, 2025
    Thanks for including us in your family adventures, John! We're thrilled that our delicious cuisine and excellent service surpassed your expectations. Kiki will appreciate your praise, and we all hope your travels bring you back soon to the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar!

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FAQs

1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 491-5090.

1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 1805 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston Metro North
  5. Gloucester

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar

55 Commercial St, Gloucester, MA 01930-5047

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Washington Street
  • Neighborhood
    Gloucester
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:45 am All Day Menu Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet and self-parking options available
  • Public transit
    Gloucester MBTA stop near railroad ave, less than a mile away from the restaurant
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jon McKechnie
  • Entertainment
    Live music in our 1606 Bar every Wednesday and Thursday from 6-9PM during off-season months
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Featuring oceanfront views, our Champlain Private Dining room is ideal for small parties, business meetings and other special occasions. Please reach us at 1606@beauporthotel.com or 978-491-5090.
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