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Select Oyster Bar, Boston, MA
Select Oyster Bar, Boston, MA
Select Oyster Bar, Boston, MA
Select Oyster Bar, Boston, MA
Select Oyster Bar, Boston, MA

Select Oyster Bar

4.8
4.8
2589 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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.

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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
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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 SquareOrange Line: Back Bay Station#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
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What 2,589 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Seafood

  • Boston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Select Oyster Bar is a Boston favorite for seafood aficionados. Known for its "phenomenal fresh seafood," it offers a vibrant atmosphere with a great selection of oysters, crudos, and ceviches. Patrons praise the "outstanding service" and "amazing" culinary creations. Though a bit pricey, the experience is deemed worth every visit.
2,589 Reviews
  1. omnomnom VIP

    Greater Boston22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious cocktails, beautiful wines, fresh and delicious seafood and super fun staff!!! Highly recommended!

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  2. Katerina VIP

    Washington DC18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always such a treat. This place is pure joy. The food, the people, the atmosphere. Lovely.

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  3. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Washington DC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful meal at the bar with Bill. We loved the lobster chowder special and would love to see it as a permanent menu choice! We love Select and the entire staff ; John, Stephanie, Elizabeth have all provided excellent service.

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  4. Cynthia VIP

    Greater Boston80 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Early dinner at the bar. Excellent selection of wine btg to accompany a dozen shucked-to-order oysters. Dinner (shared between two): beet salad, and, rare to find at an oyster bar but don’t think twice: grilled boneless ribeye over roasted fingerling potatoes, blue cheese, a generous green salad. Overall: Bar service: knowledgeable, professional, awesome. Food: simply prepared, fresh ingredients of the highest quality (ex: Savenor beef) In short: a neighborhood gem.

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  5. Islander VIP

    Greater Boston21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and team effort. Terrific food and wine.

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  6. jeanc VIP

    Denver4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great oyster bar , good wine list , i ordered off happy hour menu saved a few dollars. Staff was great . I would go back .

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious and our waiter was wonderful! It was loud and crowded inside on a Saturday night but died down by 8:00/8:30pm.

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  8. Jaime

    Miami7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing experience. The food was very fresh and had excellent flavor. The service was very very good. 5 stars.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is outrageously good. Cannot recommend this place enough. Also has a cool laid-back vibe to it. I will be coming back soon.

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  10. David

    Greater Boston33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently great. I have never had a bad experience. I would highlight the standout dish except everything was exceptional.

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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 4.8 stars by 2589 OpenTable diners.

Select Oyster Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Booked 38 times today
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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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