Union Oyster House celebrates classic New England seafood with a menu built around fresh shellfish, traditional fish dishes, hearty sandwiches, and time-honored Boston favorites. Freshly shucked oysters, native clams, seafood platters, crab cakes, lobster, chowders, and grilled or broiled fish give the selection plenty of variety, complemented by salads, meat and poultry dishes, desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Signature choices include the famous Oyster House Clam Chowder, Broiled Boston Scrod, Homemade Lump Crab Cakes, Fried Select Oysters, and the Lobster Pot. Prices generally reflect the restaurant's historic setting and seafood focus, with sandwiches around $20-$25, many seafood entrées around $29-$40, and lobster or certain fresh catches offered at market price. Portions are substantial, while simple preparations allow the freshness and natural flavor of the seafood to remain central.
Vegetarian diners can find salads, vegetables, and meat-free dishes such as mushroom ravioli when available, while grilled seafood and vegetable sides suit lighter meals. Guests requiring gluten-free food should confirm preparation with staff. A dedicated children's selection adds mac and cheese, grilled cheese, burgers, and fish choices. The restaurant opens from late morning rather than breakfast, making it best suited to lunch, dinner, family outings, sightseeing meals, and groups.
Menu Highlights
Oyster House Clam Chowder Rich, creamy, and deeply comforting, this Boston classic delivers tender clams and traditional New England flavor.
Freshly Shucked Oysters Cool, briny, and delicately textured, fresh oysters showcase the restaurant's shellfish heritage and remain an essential order.
