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Island Creek Oyster Bar
(Now Closed)Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Kenmore, Boston
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William ZachmannJuly 20, 2012Superb spot! One of the best in Boston. Be sure to try a "Death in the Afternoon" cocktail with your dozen Island Creek Oysters! It's to die for! *;-)
Francisca TanJuly 19, 2013The oyster sliders and of course the oysters are top notch freshhh! The only 2 things worth getting!
Error404 Hack2learnJanuary 19, 2015Island Creek Oysters, Shrimps and 1/2 Lobster from the Raw Bar are amazing!
Kimberly GlasgowOctober 5, 2013Water of life cocktail is delightful, as was everything else our bartender Brendan recommended. And you just can't beat island creek oysters..
Flawless execution on oysters, lobster and fresh-caught fish in an urban-chic space. Creative cocktail list is a knock out!
Natalie S.November 11, 2011The biscuit is to die for. Have with dinner or even dessert. Also recommend doing a sampling of oysters so you can taste the subtle flavors. They prepare them beautifully.
Manuel Ernesto AlmaguerJuly 22, 2015Very good restaurant, oysters are pretty good. I got the seafood casserol, it is a small plate with very good flavor.
Sean ReganJune 12, 2014Homemade Ginger beer is awesome. Try the other home made mixers too. Warning: spicy
Kristin DambrauskasJuly 29, 2012Ask for Nate as a server! He's super knowledgable and gives awesome recommendations! By far the best server ever. Try the oyster sliders too- so delish!!
Tasting TableMay 4, 2012The oysters aren't the only draw here--try the lobster roll fashioned from a family recipe that has been passed down through generations. A delicious contender in our 2012 Lobster Roll Rumble: Read more
Amazing place! Highly recommend. I keep going there over and over again.
KaitlinJanuary 15, 2016Get the clam chowder. Just do it. So fresh, and the little baby biscuits on top are perfect!
Heather HarrisJuly 13, 2013Went after a game. There had switched to the late night menu but I was more than pleased with my choice of fish and chips. Server was very nice and accommodating.
Michelle ChangOctober 11, 2014great beer selections and nice lobster roll :) omelet was not great though.. But I love their fresh prawn shrimp !!
Clara Muñoz PalmaNovember 26, 2016Oyster sliders, lobster roll and lobster noodels, everything amazing!
Ecem KayaNovember 25, 2018Everything was delicious, oysters were amazing! Great cocktail selection: try Whisky Disco!!!
Ricky EngelbergJanuary 1, 2017Lots good here but the lobster roe pasta is special. Can't recommend enough.- Amazing. Try the lobster roe noodles and the crabcakes. It's the closest to NYC you get in Boston.
Rose CherusseryMarch 25, 2013Everything here is out of this world. Try as much as you can. You can't go wrong!
CITY GRITAugust 16, 2014Get down on the Clam Chowder. And the Lobster Roe Noodles. And all of the Oysters. Wash it down with a cold Rose.
Roberto GarcesAugust 19, 2012Really good lobster roll and brunch but the fried clams are boss and the fresh oysters so good.
Emilia AllonsoMay 27, 2015Wasn't so impressed by the oyster selection (4 types that night) but the ceviche was awesome. Nice trendy ambiance also.- Zuza KrzyzstofskaApril 19, 2014Not bad, but service is really slow. You can wait for more then 15 min just to get a desert menu, not sure that you will still want to try to get some desert after that (will it take another 30 min?)
A&B American StyleJanuary 27, 2014Get your oysters two ways. Raw on the half shell. Crispy on a slider. Use Pepper Sauce to kick both up a level.- Kim OwensAugust 30, 2012Place is popular so you'll have to wait, even for a spot at the bar. Paloma drink is refreshing and tasty. Scallop ceviche was excellent but the lobster was bland. Classy place. Classy staff.
Jacob GyllenstiernaJuly 16, 2013Probably the best oysters and lobster dish (omelette) I have ever had. They also serve great Chemex coffee.
The Cape Spear oysters from New Brunswick, Canada often sell out…get them when available!
Joel YeatonMay 10, 2015Don't miss the G+T. Simple cocktail but with surprising depth from the addition of a grilled lime foam- The Sriracha fries often find themselves on the Late Nite Menu…don't pass them up!
Michell CheeSeptember 12, 2014The slider is really good. Actually expecting the lobster pasta but they don't have it on that day.. service is extremely good
Andy ChapmanAugust 14, 2015Cohasset oysters are great. So are the scallops. And try one of the IPAs on draught.
Sure, the oysters are great, but don't miss out on other raw bar choices. Fluke crudo with orange and sesame is particularly tasty.- Wonderful oyster selection; try the Hama Hamas. If you need further guidance, ask Vik behind the bar. He'll never steer you wrong.
the water here is amazing. it's so fresh and served chilled at the perfect temperature. best part, it's free.
ChrisJuly 13, 2012Best scallops I've ever had. No joke. Tough not to want to veer to the panoply of other seafood choices, but the scallops are unmissable.
Chris LDecember 19, 2016Get: oyster sliders, raw bar (oysters, clams). Pass on lobster roll, fluke crudo.
AppleJanuary 16, 2013Try the sliders! Has the best oyster selection in town by far. Service is fantastic. Open late :).
Jason S.October 17, 2011Wines and bubbles ordered by the glass will be poured to sample first. Don't be alarmed that you accidentally ordered the whole bottle!
amazing food and great service....and an adorable man come to your table giving you a crash course on oysters. def a new boston fave.
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Island Creek Oyster Bar
500 Commonwealth Ave (at Kenmore St)
Boston, MA 02215
United States
Boston, MA 02215
United States
We opened the Island Creek Oyster Bar to bring the restaurant to the farmer. It's a collaboration joining farmer, chef, and diner in one space. We welcome guests to get to know their oyster grower, harvester, winemaker, distiller, brewer, and fisherman. One meal at a time.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Sun
- 10:30 AM–1:00 AM
(617) 532-5300
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
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Brunch, Dinner
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Loved the chowder and lobster Mac and cheese. I also loved that this place was on the water and low key"
Morgan Amber - 9.0
"If you are in Boston and want a Lobster Roll, this is the only place to go. Get the large, for $3 extra its worth it."
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Joe Montes - 7.0
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