7 Best Oyster Bars in Boston

Puritan Oyster Bar pairs a relaxed atmosphere with a seafood menu that moves confidently between raw and cooked preparations. Local oysters, seafood towers, yellowtail carpaccio, lobster rolls, bacon-wrapped scallops, crab rangoon dip and bluefish pâté give the menu plenty of range, while creative cocktails and spirits support a longer evening.

Oyster Bar in Boston’s Quincy Market area is built for classic New England seafood, with fresh oysters, live lobster, lobster rolls, clam chowder and steamed shellfish. The menu supports both a quick counter meal and a more substantial seafood stop, while indoor seating makes it convenient during busy days around the market.

Eventide Fenway brings a polished oyster-bar experience steps from Fenway Park, pairing pristine oysters with the signature brown-butter lobster roll, Maine lobster stew, clam chowder and other seafood favorites. A substantial wine and cocktail list makes it easy to turn a pregame meal into a longer dinner or drinks occasion.

Walrus & Carpenter Oyster Bar is a compact seafood counter in Quincy Market, focused on oysters, lobster rolls, chowder and other quick New England favorites. The hot-buttered lobster roll is a natural starting point, with steamed shrimp and fresh oysters adding lighter options.

The Citizen is a Fenway neighborhood tavern with a strong whiskey-and-cocktail identity, a comfortable dining room, and a menu that moves from oysters and seafood to cod, pork collar, burgers, steak frites, and family-style whole roasted pig dinners. Its atmosphere suits a relaxed dinner, post-game gathering, or drinks-focused visit, with craft cocktails, an expansive whiskey selection, beer, and comfort-food staples.

Island Creek Raw Bar Seaport is a fully outdoor seasonal venue centered on oysters, caviar, tinned fish, drinks and easygoing seafood snacks. Orders are placed at the counter, then brought to open-air seating, creating a relaxed setting for oysters, fish tacos, clam-chowder waffle fries and a glass of wine.

ReelHouse Oyster Bar brings a polished waterfront seafood experience to Boston, with harbor views, a nautical interior, outdoor seating, and a lively atmosphere that works for lunch, dinner, drinks, or a solo stop at the counter. The menu centers on oysters and fresh seafood, with local oysters, hamachi crudo, seafood towers, caviar, and a warm butter-style lobster roll among the standout choices.