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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 2,654 restaurants in Boston
Price range: INR1,172 - INR3,349
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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Kansas City, Missouri
Senior Contributor
39 reviews 39 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Wide selection of very fresh oysters, shucked to order. The shrimp and grits was nicely seasoned and had plenty of shrimp. The lobster roll was lush with lobster. Overall a very pleasant experience with nice service.

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Buena, New Jersey
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

This is a tough place to get a seat, but well worth it. It's rather small and they don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait for abit. I recommend going at off times, like 2 or 3pm, and asking for a counter seat instead of a table if your one or two people. The food is unmatched. Several kinds... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
Top Contributor
74 reviews 74 reviews
55 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We heard about this from a previous visitor and were amazed at the freshness and taste. These were the best mussels I have ever eaten !! The lobster roll and lobster salad was also amazing. We put our names in, walked to Mikes pastry ( you've got to visit here ) then we walked the streets to take in the... More

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Asheville, North Carolina
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69 reviews 69 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
38 helpful votes 38 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
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
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
103 helpful votes 103 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
4 helpful votes 4 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
3 helpful votes 3 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
Senior Contributor
44 reviews 44 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
19 helpful votes 19 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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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
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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