Ostra

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   Cherry

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was fantastic! The service great too! Thank you!
   

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   Christine

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely loved Ostra. Delicious and beautifully presented food with excellent service. Staff were very accommodating and gracious. Expensive, but worth it for a lovely dining experience
   

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   Heather

   VIP

   New York City

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It's alway such a pleasure to eat at Ostra. The food is outstanding and the service friendly and professional.
   

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   Christine

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my second time dining at Ostra and it will not be my last! I was with my mother to celebrate her birthday with a quick dinner before seeing a show nearby. Everyone on the staff made us feel like celebrities! The service was amazing and the food was the highlight! We enjoyed a dozen of the most delicious freshly shucked oysters I’ve ever had outside my own home. Not wanting to be too full while sitting through a show, we shared the ricotta gnocchetti first course and the grilled Faroe Islands salmon entrée. Both were delicious and the kitchen took the time to individually plate our portions. It was truly first class! They were so sweet to recognize my mother‘s birthday with a delectable scoop of vanilla ice cream and a delicious meringue hidden at the bottom. We wish we could have lingered over dinner longer, but we certainly will on our next visit! Do not miss this Boston gem with its stunning dining room and en vogue ambience.
   

   OstraResponded 3 days ago

   Hi Christine, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review and for celebrating your mother's birthday with us. We strive to make every dinner one to remember and I am thrilled that our staff made such a positive impression. Our kitchen prepares each dish with care and I'm very happy this came across in your experience. We truly value your patronage and hope to be able to welcome you back to enjoy even more of our menu! All the best, Saraphina
   

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   Richard

   VIP

   London

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on January 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing!!! Phenomenal from beginning to start. Can’t wait to return!
   

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   OstraResponded 7 days ago

   Richard, thank you for your visit and kind words. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience from start to finish, and it brings us joy to know that you enjoyed your time with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Regards, Julia.
   

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   therese

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything about our dinner are Ostra was outstanding.
   

   OstraResponded 7 days ago

   Therese, thank you for dining with us at Ostra! We're delighted to hear that your experience was outstanding. It's our pleasure to provide exceptional service and cuisine. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards, Julia.
   

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   Robert

   Greater Boston

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 11, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Ostra itself is beautiful. The tall ceilings and artwork make for a wonderful atmosphere. I suppose if you’re looking for an “experience” this is a great place. However, overall we felt the food was not outstanding given the premium prices you’re going to pay for the experience. We had a sea bass tartare to begin that was somewhat bland and a bit loose in its consistency. It was coupled with very salty crisps. We tried the shrimp cocktail also which was excellent in its presentation and flavor. Our drinks consisted of several cosmos and wine. Liquor is quite expensive which, I realize, can go along with Boston itself but it was almost $50 for 2 cosmos and $25 for a glass of wine. Our main courses consisted of the Sea Bream(an interesting and flavorful fish) and the paella dish. The paella was disappointing. While it simply could have been because it was a busy night it had only an adequate flavor and the seafood seemed somewhat dry and overcooked. Specifically, the squid, normally flavorful and juicy, was awful tasting and excessively chewy. We had been waiting some time by that point and sending it back didn’t seem like a good option. Our waitress was fine, not overly attentive , but she certainly checked on us during our meal. As I stated it was “good” and quite an experience but the almost $400 bill with gratuity seemed excessive. I am glad we went but I don’t see a return trip in our future……
   

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   Arthur

   VIP

   Hawaii

   39 reviews

   5.0

   39 reviews

   Dined on January 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   All the ingredients of a great dining experience. The room, the service, the food, all excellent. A perfect evening.
   

   OstraResponded 7 days ago

   Arthur, thank you for dining with us at Ostra. We're delighted to hear that you had a perfect evening and enjoyed the ambiance, service, and culinary experience. Your kind words are truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards, Julia.
   

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   Liz

   Greater Boston

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on January 10, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food, amazingly attentive and friendly service. Caitlyn was our server and she was wonderful. Gnocchette was superb and the paella fantastic. Can’t recommend enough.
   

   OstraResponded 7 days ago

   Hi Liz, thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional dining experience at Ostra. Our team takes great pride in providing top-notch service and creating delectable dishes using the finest, freshest ingredients. It's a joy to know that Caitlyn provided you with attentive and friendly service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Regards, Julia.
   

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    Max

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Amazing service and amazing food would come back. Great drinks as well
    

    OstraResponded 7 days ago

    Thank you for your kind words, Max! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Ostra, from our service and cuisine to our beverages. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience, and it's gratifying to know that we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards, Julia.
    

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