Neal Doherty

Review of Ostra Boston

Absolutely top notch across the board. A must go ...

Absolutely top notch across the board. A must go if you love seafood. We had oysters, caviar, octopus (might be the best ever), monkfish, and seafood stew. All of it was divine. The space is modern elegance, clean, white, and impeccable. The service from the hostess up to the GM was well done and professionally familial. I wish I had multiple stomachs so I could still be eating there.

There are four dining options: private room, dining room, lounge, and bar. Without reservations, the lounge is likely your best bet. Both the bar and lounge are first-come-first-serve. However, most people gravitate toward the bar it seems. The lounge has a nice, soft, live pianist. Neal tip: you will be told that walk-in reservations aren't allowed for the dining room, but if you are pleasant and well-dressed, ask the hostess if she can squeeze you in. It just might work.