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Select Oyster Bar, Boston, MA

Select Oyster Bar

4.9
4.9
2500 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 29 times today
  • Lively
  • 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.

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

What 2,500 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 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.

2,500 Reviews
  1. Micaela

    Greater Boston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best seafood in Boston - tried The oysters, the octopus, the anchovies , swordfish- all excellent - staff was particularly helpful and charming. Loved - Loved this place!

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  2. Jocelyn

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. Service was awesome. Food (oysters and caviar) was perfection. Solid drink selection. It was our first visit - cannot wait to go back!

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  3. Kir

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely outstanding! We are a family of 6 and very picky! These guys hit it out of the park. Perfect! Delicious food, we ordered almost everything. Fantastic drinks. And Nick, our server was a damn genius. An absolutely perfect meal!

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  4. Amy

    Seattle

    58 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food quality and service were top notch - seating us at the bar simply because we were a party of 2, was not a great experience. I would not recommend for a special occasion dinner. The seating concept can be improved.

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  5. Susan

    St. Louis

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Happy hour specials are good. The food is so-so. Oysters were good and with the happy hour special they were the highlight.

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  6. Karen

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! We are never disappointed when we come to Select!

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  7. Kaitlyn

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal with some of the best seafood and crudo and oysters I’ve ever had.

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  8. Molly

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful, fresh, flavorful food in a stylish setting.

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  9. Todd

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent team. Vikram & Santiago were fantastic.

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  10. leslie

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    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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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 2500 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 29 times today

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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