Unique ambiance in that the structure is very old and the layout is sort of all over the place.

Good seafood & friendly staff. Conveniently located for you tourists who are visiting the city. Take a break from the freedom trail and have a pint!

Though the location has not remained the same you can say you visited the oldest American restaurant.

Credited as America’s oldest restaurant (est. 1826), the Union Oyster House is housed within a typically (for that period) quaint and strangely laid out building.

Due to its age, there are many nooks and crannies within the building and mst of them have been given over to diners. This all adds to an informal atmosphere.

The service is friendly and helpful, and although our food took a little bit of time to arrive - there were around 20 of us - it wasn’t so slow as to irritate.

The menu consists mainly of seafood, with clams, crabs and lobsters taking pride of place - there are even veggie and carnivorous options for those who don’t eat fish.

I happen to be a big clam chowder fan, so would recommend that. Everyone was well satisfied with their food - in fact the portions are typically large so be prepared to leave some on your plate (or ask for starter portions).

They also carry a good selection of local beers.

Pricing is on the higher side of the average in the US, but it is certainly an interesting place to spend a lunchtime or evening with an almost european feel to it.