Neptune Oyster
A small, famous seafood spot in the North End, renowned for freshly shucked oysters and lobster rolls served hot or cold, featured in the Michelin Guide and The New York Times.
Located on Salem Street in the North End, this narrow restaurant has about 37 seats, featuring mosaic tile floors, a white marble bar, and red leather booths. Oysters are shucked fresh on an icy display by the window. The signature dish is the Maine lobster roll, available hot with butter or cold with mayonnaise, served on a toasted brioche bun; the fried Ipswich clams are also highly popular. The official website indicates they only accept walk-ins and do not take reservations. Waiting in line outside is common, though it is easier to get a seat during off-peak hours on weekday afternoons. The average cost is about $50-$80 per person (estimate). It is about a five-minute walk from the Haymarket subway station.
Opening hours
Daily from 11:00; Kitchen closes at 21:30 Sun–Thu, and 22:30 Fri–Sat; Oyster bar closes about 30 minutes after the kitchen
Nearby sights
- North End
- Quincy Market / Faneuil Hall
- Old North Church
- Old State House
- New England Aquarium
- USS Constitution / Charlestown Navy Yard
- Massachusetts State House
- Freedom Trail