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Neptune Oyster

63 Salem St, Ste 1, Boston, MA 02113-2289 (North End)
617-742-3474
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Ranked #13 of 2,650 restaurants in Boston
Price range: $22 - $61
Cuisines: American, Seafood
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Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
Neighbourhood: North End
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Winston Salem, North Carolina
Top Contributor
69 reviews 69 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

I have to admit, this was the first Lobster Roll I've had and one of the best things I've ever put into my mouth. The chunks of meat were large and perfectly tender, bursting with flavor. The soft roll is a perfect compliment, drizzled with hot butter. I would definitely recommend ordering this hot, instead of the other option ...... More

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Wong Tai Sin, null, Hong Kong
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I was brought in by the waitress and asked to sit at the bar table. Then she just left and ignoring me. I asked her for the menu, she ignored me. I told the other staff at the bar table that I need a menu, he ignores me again. He served the people next to me but ask if I... More

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san diego, ca
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18 reviews 18 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
101 helpful votes 101 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

Food was great as always BUT, they are sooo busy that their door staff has become rather surly. We have eaten here many times and always try to go at lunch, but due to our schedule we had to go at dinner time. I referred a friend here and she told me that when she visited last month, the door... More

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Windsor Locks, Connecticut, United States
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

I don't care for seafood, but decided to give it a try on account of my buddy being out to visit, and he wanted to try some seafood. Neptune had good reviews, but you had to be willing to deal with a wait at high times...WELL WORTH IT. We got the Lobster Roll, warm with butter, and it was PHENOMINAL..again...I... More

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Minnesota City, Minnesota
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

This was a horrible experience for me. Came at an off peak hour of 3pm and waited for a place. Was asked by this obnoxious white waitress to stand outside in the cold. Waited for 1 hour while a total of 8 patrons left, but we were still not asked to go in even though we left our name and... More

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New Westminster, Canada
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28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

This restaurant is very small in nature but is known for their Lobster Roll and Oysters. Both of which my wife can attest to are amazing. She had the butter based version of the Lobster Roll and was not disappointed. Where this restaurant will disappoint however is on service and also if you have any non seafood eaters. Their entire... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

A slight wait due to small size, but well worth the atmosphere and delicious food. We ate here for lunch, had oysters, and three appetizer dishes. Each dish was a fun adventure with unusual combinations. We ended up at the bar which only added to the total experience. Our bar tender was very helpful and charming as was the rest... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013 via mobile

Went on Saturday, May 4th at 12:30 and there was 2hour wait. Left and came back at 11:00 AM on Sunday, May 5th and were 2nd in line to get in, ( opened at 11:30). Had the hot lobster roll - fantastic. Party of two, so we were seated next to a couple from CT, good conversation.

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New York City, New York
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51 reviews 51 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Absolutely divine. We had oysters, chowder, hamachi ceviche - really great. Service is wonderful too. Cramped, probably only seats 50 including the bar so you should go off hours otherwise the wait can be long. We went on a Friday at 4:30pm and waited about 15 minutes. Highly, highly recommend this as a destination when in Boston and the North... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

The best lobster roll (both warm and cold) in Boston. Always difficult to get a spot so get there early otherwise be patient. Oyster is nice too very fresh and lots of choices.

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