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Little Whale, Boston, MA

Little Whale

4.7
4.7
795 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Little Whale Oyster Bar is a Classic New England Seafood Restaurant and Raw Bar from Chef Michael Serpa on Newbury Street in Boston's Back Bay. An ode to the seaside clamshacks are raw bars of the New England coast, Little Whale is a casual neighborhood spot focusing on local products and seafood friendly wines.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Reggie Da Silva
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact info@serpahospitality.com for event inquiries.
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Newbury Street and Hereford Street
  • Parking details
    Meter Parking 2hr. Prudential Center Lot. Dalton Street Lot. Closest Valet at Mandarin Oriental on Boylston Street.
  • Public transit
    Green Line Hynes Convention CenterOrange Line Back Bay
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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What 795 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Boston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Little Whale offers a delightful seafood experience in Boston's Back Bay, with standout dishes like lobster rolls and oysters. Patrons praise its "great food and service," "fresh and flavorful" offerings, and "attentive staff." While some find it "pricey," the ambiance and consistent quality make it a must-visit spot.
795 Reviews
  1. lisa VIP

    Greater Boston22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It's nice to have a mix of small plates and a few entrees and share the bounty,

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  2. kim VIP

    Greater Boston23 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had raw oysters and the fried oysters. The raw oysters were delicious and so were the fried, except for the price. $42 and you only got 8 maybe and ton of french fries. The picture on the website is deceiving. Other than this dish, the halibut dinner was amazing and for the price, it was worth it.

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  3. Hillary VIP

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Sat at the bar and our waitperson was exceptional. Food was delicious. We had started with oysters, followed by fried clams and the halibut. All was absolutely excellent. We will certainly return and highly recommend.

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  4. steven VIP

    Greater Boston27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Little Whale is an excellent choice for fish in the Back Bay. The oyster selection was diverse, and all were fresh and tasty. The food was prepared well with just the right amount of flavors. The service was particularly impressive. We felt cared for from the moment we arrived, to the serving of the food, to the warm good night.

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  5. Heidi VIP

    Greater Boston41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service as always. Sat upstairs which was great as less crowded and not noisy at all! We live Little Whale! Looking forward to the return of the patio!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, atmosphere, and ambiance. Will go again. Same owners as Select Oyster Bar

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  7. mark a

    Nashville30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m in Boston for the Seafood Expo and was excited to try Little Whale. I loved the look of the restaurant and was wanting to eat at the bar which was open for me. I had the salmon tostada which was delicious. Crispy flavorful shell with rich salmon, avocado, spicy mayo, and cilantro. My reason for going to Little Whale was the Lobster Roll and it didn’t disappoint! Tender lobster - claws, tails, and knuckles - warmed in butter served in a split top brioche bun. The French fries were addictive - thin & crispy!!! The service was attentive and friendly plus the vibe in the place was energetic & loose but professional. It’s a must try if you’re in the area!

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  8. Brad

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great little spot, close to hotels in Back Bay. Added to my list of go to places in Boston.

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  9. Nicole VIP

    New York City58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an awesome meal for lunch and enjoyed their DineOutBoston menu. Oyster specials were great as well as their Hake!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The lighting is very bright in the restaurant, wish it was a little dimmer

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FAQs

Little Whale offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (857) 277-0800.

Little Whale is rated 4.7 stars by 795 OpenTable diners.

Little Whale does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Little Whale

314 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02115

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Newbury Street and Hereford Street
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Meter Parking 2hr. Prudential Center Lot. Dalton Street Lot. Closest Valet at Mandarin Oriental on Boylston Street.
  • Public transit
    Green Line Hynes Convention CenterOrange Line Back Bay
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Reggie Da Silva
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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