Union Oyster House

Seafood restaurant · Downtown

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Tourist Trap Restaurants That Are Actually Good in Boston

"Is this the best place to get seafood in town? Probably not, but Union’s oysters are always super fresh and the clam chowder is as good as it gets. Get a cuppa and a half dozen for a perfect Boston lunch. Besides, where else can you dine like a Kennedy?" - Tanya Edwards

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Erika Adams/Eater Boston

41 Union St, Boston, MA 02108 Get directions

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