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Ostra, Boston, MA

Ostra

4.9
4.9
4547 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
21:00
Booked 37 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Situated in Boston's vibrant Back Bay neighborhood, One Charles Street South is home to a modern Mediterranean eatery known as Ostra. Led by Chef/Owner Jamie Mammano and Executive Chef Mitchell Randall, our restaurant draws inspiration from the abundant seafood offerings of both local New England waters and the coastal regions of Europe. With a strong emphasis on specialty seafood sourced from the Mediterranean and various parts of the United States, our culinary creations showcase the natural essence and delightful flavors of each dish through their light preparation.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 17:30–21:00 Tue 17:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00 Sun 17:30–20:30
  • Phone number
    (617) 421-1200
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jamie Mammano
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room at Ostra comfortably seats up to 42 guests and 75 for a reception. We also offer private buyouts of the restaurant for up to 150 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Lisa Flores: (617) 421-1200
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Stuart Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Arlington on the Green Line & Tufts Medical Center on Orange Line
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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What 4,547 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Greater Boston

    Seafood

  • Boston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ostra is a culinary gem in Boston, celebrated for its exquisite seafood and impeccable service. Guests rave about the "salt crusted branzino" and "monkfish," with many praising the "romantic ambiance" and "exceptional staff." Despite occasional noise levels and tight seating, its atmosphere and gourmet offerings consistently impress, making it perfect for special occasions.

4,547 Reviews
  1. Paul

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dinner at Ostra last night. Staff was friendly and welcoming, and our server Rado was terrific. And as always the food was truly delicious.

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  2. EVAN

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Attention to detail, the manager greeted my wife with happy birthday and remembered we always go to Ostra on special occasions. Food was top notch as well as the service. We are in the hospitality business and you can tell management/ ownership pay attention to every little detail. They care about everything. The manager was even clearing our dirty plates and always present. Ostra is by far our favorite restaurant for special occasions anywhere!!

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  3. Weiyang

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very decent dining experience! Highly recommend for special occasions!

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  4. william

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    381 reviews

    5.0

    381 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had the fish stew, lobster gnocchiette, and monkfish. Loved the fish stew Christopher is very helpful with selection of the food
    OstraResponded 2 days ago
    William, thank you for dining with us at Ostra. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the fish stew and found Christopher's recommendations helpful. Your positive feedback means a lot to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards, Julia.

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  5. Christine

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love this restaurant. We love to celebrate special occasions there. The service is impeccable. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is perfect. Would highly recommend.
    OstraResponded 2 days ago
    Christine, thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing to celebrate special occasions with us. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the impeccable service, amazing food, and perfect atmosphere during your visit. Your kind words are truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards, Julia.

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  6. Tom

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    161 reviews

    4.0

    161 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    As other reviewers have posted, Ostra is very good food, very good service, and very very expensive. Not convinced it was worth all that, but it is certainly fine dining and a place to go to celebrate any event.

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  7. Gregory

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was absolutely perfect! Our service, food and delivery were excellent. We will recommend Ostra to our friends.
    OstraResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you Gregory for your kind words! We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience, and it's always gratifying to hear from satisfied guests. We appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback and recommending us to others. Regards, Julia.

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  8. Neal

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent. But OpenTable’s indication of pricing is ludicrous; entrees are nearly all $45-70 per person.
    OstraResponded 5 days ago
    Neal, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding our menu pricing. We strive to offer exceptional dining experiences and regret any confusion caused by the pricing information. At our restaurant, we prioritize using the finest, locally-sourced ingredients to craft our dishes, which contributes to the cost. However, we appreciate your input. Regards, Julia.

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  9. Maurice

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service with attention to detail. Food was fantastic, delivered efficiently, and cooked perfectly. Was my first time to Ostra and I’ll definitely return.
    OstraResponded 2 days ago
    Maurice, thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Ostra and found our service, food, and efficiency to be outstanding. It's wonderful to know that you plan to return, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards, Julia.

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  10. Samer

    VIP

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience even on a busy night. Staff were wonderful. Food presentation was great.
    OstraResponded on 16 December 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind review, Samer! We are thrilled to hear you had an amazing experience with us. Our team works hard to provide exceptional service and we are glad you enjoyed the food presentation as well. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards, Julia.

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FAQs

Ostra offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 421-1200.

Ostra is rated 4.9 stars by 4547 OpenTable diners.

Ostra 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
21:00
Booked 37 times today

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Google Map for Ostra

1 Charles St. South, Boston, MA 02116

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Stuart Street
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 17:30–21:00 Tue 17:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00 Sun 17:30–20:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Arlington on the Green Line & Tufts Medical Center on Orange Line
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jamie Mammano
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Phone number
    (617) 421-1200
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room at Ostra comfortably seats up to 42 guests and 75 for a reception. We also offer private buyouts of the restaurant for up to 150 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Lisa Flores: (617) 421-1200
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