The Union Oyster House
The Union Oyster House Reviews
 Ye Olde Restaurant in America Jan 04, 2009
Walking the Freedom Trail on the North Side you will find this on a corner across from the oldest bar (name withheld). If you like history, this is a striking place to visit. Although a little too touristy for my taste (I like to stray off the beaten path), this place is definitely a must visit because the food is D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S!
We went by a little early in the day on a Sunday, but it was still quite full, although they do overestimate the wait time :) The portions are generous, so come hungry! 
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First Restaurant in the USA Mar 30, 2007
The Union Oyster House is the oldest restaurant in Boston and the oldest restaurant in continuous service in the U.S. — the doors have always been open to diners since 1826. Union Street was laid out in 1636, but there are no municipal records documenting the Oyster House's date of construction. All that is known is that the building has stood on Union Street as a major local landmark for more than 250 years.
We got here when it first opened up... we were on our way to the airport and decided to stop of at this historic area before we got to the airport. We walked it and the restraunt was amazing! Jon and I sat at the bar and was immediately greeted by a happy red headed man---who was obviously irish. Since we were in Boston and didn't get clam chowder yet we settled on that for a nice lunch... that was the first time I ever had clam chowder... it was quite delicious... and might I add a lot better than what I found out comes out of a can! The bar tender told us a lot of stories about the area nd about the locals and the tourists he sees! He was a joy to talk to. We also got to meet Ben Franklin... he was coming in from flying his kite! Ha Ha Ha!!!  Part of the Bean-town and Salem travel blog Part of the list the originals restaurants
Part of the list places along the way in the USA...
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The Union Oyster House Blogs
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Oct 10, 2009
We woke up early, and I was very surprised to find that sunrise wasn't until 7:15 am. Back at home it's light by that time, so I think my body was confused that I was up but it was still pretty dark outside. We got ready quickly as we were so excite…Union Oyster House and through the Haymarket. (which is only there on Fridays and Saturdays). Haymarket was awesome!! It was very similar to the Farmer's Market we have at home, but there was various seafood for sale as well. My husband bought a bunch… The Freedom Trail awaits! |
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Feb 19, 2007
Boston is such an awesome city. The biggest disappointment was that we only had three days there and shared a car so I couldn't really do as much as I would have liked. We did, however, have an interesting adventure that I am reposting f…Union Oyster House. By the time work was done, and we finally made it downtown, there sadly wasn't enough time to do any of the typical Boston tourist stuff we wanted. Fortunately dinner was great.
So back… I love beantown |
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Mar 29, 2007
The next day we found our way back on the train to go back to Boston. We get off...go check into the Bulfinch Hotel and head down to Fenway Park! We get to Fenway and get our tickets to see the tour and off we went...it was sort of sad t…Union Oyster House and then we went over to the Countries oldest Tavern, the Bell at Hand (1795). It was cool. The waiters there were awesome too. I don't know why Boston got termed the name as Mass-holes because they… Patriot City in a Steelers Shirt |
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