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    Elm Square Oyster

    3.8 (134 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Burgers, Sandwiches
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Selection of 6 different types of oysters to varied to type!
    Dan G.

    What a wonderful first experience here. An incredible selection of oysters and the steak was perfect. We also had the lamb kebab and deviled eggs! Everything is made here fresh (the bread for the cheese plate is from boston and the cheese is obviously imported) but this restaurant is perfect for those who appreciate fresh ingredients and everything made from scratch. Not inexpensive but worth every dollar. Would recommend and will be back. What a delicious menu and the cocktails are perfectly executed!

    Gin cucumber gimlet and oyster special
    Lauren J.

    I came here for 1 drink and oysters while killing time before going to a friend's house in Andover. This spot came up as having a good cocktail program, so I went to check it out on a Saturday just after opening time. I sat at the bar and a few other folks who seemed like regulars came in right after me. I ordered the cucumber gimlet with gin and it was well mixed and tasty. They had moondancer oysters on special, so I asked the bartender if they were briny. His response was that all the oysters were briny. That should have been a red flag, but I was like 6 moondancers, please! They were tiny and not briny. I was so disappointed that I almost didn't order moondancers at a different restaurant the next day - however those were both large AND briny! Someone had their oyster types wrong. Honestly, it probably wasn't here since they have Oyster in their name. Lol. Oh, yeah - the woman who dropped off my oysters pointed out a "very spicy" sauce that came with them. Of course, I had to try it. I almost died. So spicy. But so good. I couldn't use it for my oysters since I actually wanted to taste them, but I did get a few spoonfuls of that sauce in my mouth after the fact. Hooboy! Glad she warned me! Anyway - the bartender was friendly, the drink was good and I should have found someone else to ask about the oyster types, apparently. I would come back here if I'm in the area again. The other drinks and food that people were having looked delicious.

    Salmon entree with maple Manhattan
    Kristen D.

    Yum!! Went here for a date night and had a wonderful time. We ordered oysters, charcuterie, and entrees of chicken and salmon. Pros: mixed drinks were amazing! Strong and flavorful with just the right ratio. Would highly recommend their Maple Manhattan. Our waiter was also incredibly attentive, kind, and polite! The salmon was cooked perfectly. The skin was crisp, and the middle melted away as soon as I dug my fork into it. Cons: We were seated in the back by the bathroom and kitchen, which was far too loud and busy. It felt as though we were in the middle of an intersection. This was a bit disappointing as the rest of the place seemed to have a classy, romantic ambience. The price for oysters are a bit steep at $3.50 a shell. I'd like to go back for $1.50 oyster nights on Tuesday and Wednesdays. Lastly, though the technique for the salmon was outstanding, the entree was overpowered with way too much salt. Overall, a great date night spot on the pricier side with excellent drinks!

    Oyster $1.49 5-7pm daily
    Jeannette M.

    I've been driving by this place for years and finally came in for the first time. As a local I couldn't believe why I pass this restaurant all the time without giving it a chance. Oysters were fresh and delicious. Lobster roll was decent. Pork loin was my favorite cooked to perfection with a very balanced of favors. Best of all they have happy hour wine for $5.

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    Good food, great drinks, cozy atmosphere. Colin is one of the best bartenders around!

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    Nice clean place to dine in. Service is good.food is good but not the best seafood I ever had .

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