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Select Oyster Bar, Boston, MA

Select Oyster Bar

4.9
4.9
2490 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
Select Oyster Bar, the first solo venture from chef Michael Serpa, is a neighborhood oyster bar & seafood restaurant in the heart of Back Bay. Select offers fresh, local seafood with Mediterranean influences in a cozy brownstone space. A carefully curated raw bar, creative crudo, and thoughtful fish entrees round out the menu. A seafood centric wine program feature classic pairings as well as off the beaten path selections is the center of the beverage program, alongside artisan cocktails and craft beer.

Food & Wine America's Best New Wine Bars, Boston Mag Best New Restaurant & Best Wine Program, Improper Bostonian Best Seafood.


After 15 minutes past reservation time, we may seat your table. Please call us if you are running a bit late.

If you do not find the time slot you are looking for, give us a ring 857-239-8064.

Visit our website for more information on our reservations.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Wine Bar, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (857) 239-8064
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michael Serpa
  • Private party facilities
    Private functions for groups of up to 30 in our back dining room and groups of 60 for full buyout. Visit SelectOyster.com for private events information and pricing.
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Cross street
    Between Newbury and Boylston Streets
  • Parking details
    Metered Street Parking as well as many lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    Green Line: Hynes Convention or Copley Square<br />Orange Line: Back Bay Station<br />#1 Bus, Mass Ave + Newbury; Airport Shuttle to Hynes Convention
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Plateau

    $200.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 27, 2024 only
    11:00 AM
    Pick up at 50 Gloucester St, Boston, MA 02115
    Kick off your Thanksgiving in style. Our "Plateau to Go" features everything you need to wow your company. Maine Lobster Cocktail, Blue Crab Salad with Celery Remoulade, Shrimp Cocktail, Smoked Bluefish Pate with fig jam and of course a dozen Island Creek Oysters. This package includes all the dressings and sauces you need, an oyster knife and link to an oyster shucking demo with our chef. Pairs perfectly with a bottle of Pol Roger White Foil Champagne, also available to add. Pick up will be available on Wednesday November 27th anytime after 11am.
    Thanksgiving Plateau Photo

What 2,490 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Best Food

  • Greater Boston

    Seafood

  • Boston

    Best Food

  • Boston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Select Oyster Bar offers an exceptional seafood experience in Boston's Back Bay. Guests rave about the "amazing oyster selection" and "incredible seafood." The intimate setting and "friendly, attentive service" enhance the dining experience. While some find it a bit pricey, the "freshness and quality" make it worth every penny.

2,490 Reviews
  1. leslie

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Ridiculous price for a glass of wine Not a good value and way too expensive for what it is

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  2. Teresa

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Second time here this month. Food is excellent, drinks are good. Well worth.a visit

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  3. Dana

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely atmosphere, friendly and accommodating staff, delicious food

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  4. Lynn

    Charleston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a wonderful meal and service at the bar last night

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  5. Bob

    Denver

    79 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Outstanding oysters, and tremendoud gorgonzolat topped ribeye steak. Excellent ecperience.

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  6. Susan

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was great! Excellent oysters! Loved the Spanish octopus starter. Generous portions and great service as well.

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  7. Amy

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This meal was perfect joy! The oysters were lovely and matched with a stunning Chablis. We loved the butternut squash and plan to recreate for our Christmas Eve dinner.

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  8. Glenda

    Gold Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent service exceptional and ambience perfect

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  9. BritChick

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent lunch here; really appreciated our servers in depth knowledge of the different oysters offered and his suggestions. The lobster rolls were really good but probably the most I have ever paid for one. Definitely not the cheapest place around but the quality was excellent. Highly recommend for a special occasion or if price is not a factor.

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  10. Katie

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience dining here. Best martini in Boston and hamachi crudo that I have literal dreams about.

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FAQs

Select Oyster Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (857) 239-8064.

Select Oyster Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 2490 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Select Oyster Bar

50 Gloucester Street, Boston, MA 02115

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Newbury and Boylston Streets
  • Neighborhood
    Back Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Wine Bar, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered Street Parking as well as many lots nearby.
  • Public transit
    Green Line: Hynes Convention or Copley SquareOrange Line: Back Bay Station#1 Bus, Mass Ave + Newbury; Airport Shuttle to Hynes Convention
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Serpa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (857) 239-8064
  • Private party facilities
    Private functions for groups of up to 30 in our back dining room and groups of 60 for full buyout. Visit SelectOyster.com for private events information and pricing.
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