Super good food and service. Really nice to have a good lobster roll in the off season & for a great price. I didn't have high expectations for asparagus as an appetizer (tbh we were just trying to be healthy)- but my god it was soooo good; I want the recipe! Also really great mojito mocktail options with a ton of different flavors. Glad to have a restaurant like GIO in town. read more

So happy GIO is here! It's always so nice when a restaurant fills a special spot in your culinary interests. We love seafood, and I'm often in the mood for high quality fried seafood in particular. The seafood is fresh, not greasy, cooked perfectly, and complemented by great sides. I'm not an oyster person but.. I couldn't resist trying them and they are excellent! Tuna tartare topping recommended. Fisherman's platter- HUGE and tasty! I tried this to sample several dishes at once. I almost always finish my food and I took half of this home! I did have a pre-meal and some oysters but still.. Crab cakes- big and really fresh crab forward! Unlike so many other places, any breading stays in the background. Lobster roll- great brioche roll and plenty of lobster meat. We will be back to bring our seafood-loving family and friends! read more

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Had never heard of this place, now I wonder how it has good reviews. The oysters are just ok. The shucking job was not good and some oysters were just fragments. This happened after they gave our 12 oysters to the wrong table then took 18 more minutes to reshuch 12 oysters. I got a fish sandwich. There was just some crumbled pieces of fish on it. Meanwhile other tables got the fish and chips and it was over flowing with fish. I don't get it. Wife got the lobster roll, it was just ok, the roll was soggy so she just ate the lobster. The glasses of wine are insanely priced. My daughter got a ceasar salad that had mostly white romaine, the grilled chicken was bland and dry. The best thing they made was the tuna tar tar, ironically. Then to top off a not great 200.00 experience for 2 people, it took the waitress 15 more minutes to bother to come back and run the card. Maybe drinks and apps on the deck only. Very dissapointing. Lesson learned which I knew... don't get seafood so far from the coast. read more

Been to the Green Island Oyster a couple times now. It's good, not great, but worth giving it a try. I'm not a huge seafood lover so maybe not the best to judge. Menu, food, and service is all average. Not bad, not great. I didn't feel a connection in any way to this place but would not hesitate to return every now and then. read more

Green Island Oyster - Calamari - Seafood Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Had a wonderful meal at Green Island Oyster last night. $1.50 oysters and we went innnnn - started with 12 each then ordered more as dessert. Lobster roll was $32 and packed with meat. I got mine warm with butter. Tasted like summer! Service and ambiance were charming and they're open until 10pm. This place is going to be a hit as it gets warmer. Don't wait to try it! read more

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Fresh seafood spot worth checking out. Green Island Oyster is a great addition to the city if you're craving fresh seafood. Great place for a nice night out. They've got fantastic seafood options and also a raw bar right up front where you can see oysters being freshly shucked. Even serve wood-fired pizza if you're in the mood for something different. We really enjoyed everything we ordered--the food overall was great. My favorite was definitely the Hot Crab Dip. If you're a crab and cheese lover like me, you gotta try it. They take reservations through Resy, which is super convenient--especially on busy nights. Valet and self-parking are available, but it can get crowded. There's also a city lot next door for a small fee. read more

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Met up with some friends at Green Island Oyster in Worcester for a few adult beverages --which were all really good! My other half & I decided to split a lobster roll, and I have to say it was even better than when I had it back in July. The roll was packed with lobster meat, & those fries were perfectly crispy with just the right amount of kick. Big shoutout to our waiter Zachary who was absolutely fabulous! read more

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Excellent food and very courteous service. I especially appreciated the $1 oysters on a half shell. We ate outside, which was a nice patio area. The downside was the long wait for our dinner - about 45 minutes. read more

Green Island Oyster - Oyster flyer - Seafood Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Food was good! Great place to get fried fish. Service was a little slow for an empty restaurant but overall a positive experience read more

Green Island Oyster - Lobster Mac and cheese, buffalo wings, fisherman's platter - Seafood Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Food was not as described, quality was poor and service was not horrible. Will not be back. Tried to give feedback to manager. I felt there was lack of understanding. Almost a smirk was given. read more

Green Island Oyster - A mess left when dessert was brought over. Apple crumble dessert that was more crumble than apple. - Seafood Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

It was ok. The oysters were fresh, calamari was basic, the pasta dishes the others had were ok, but the Seafood Casserole was a sticky mess of goopy cheese and uncooked onions. There was a lot of lobster in it, but I don't know what else. Service was good, but the restaurant still felt like a polished up old bar. read more

We ate at the bar, a great first visit. I don't give 5's much, but this visit earned it. Pros - Best oysters I've had in a long time. 3 different, all sweet and fresh. - Large menu, lots of choices even for non-fish people - Good drink menu, but only Worcester beer was in a can (boo!) - Staff was attentive Negatives - None read more

Green Island Oyster - 8 oz ribeye - Seafood Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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The oysters were amazing so clean and at the best price will definitely be going back soon . Very nice atmosphere and excellent service . read more

Green Island Oyster - Amazing oysters - Seafood Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

The restaurant food and service were excellent. The ambience of the restaurant was awesome and very classic. This was my first time eating at this restaurant and it will not be my last since I will be coming back to the area more often because the food is amazing. Furthermore, this was a great dining experience for me and my wife and it would be my top choice of restaurants to eat at in this area. read more

The worst clam chowder ever, horribly salty, consistency of wall paper and had "Pork belly" in it. There is a reason authentic 1700 chowder is not served, its unhealthy! read more

We were really excited to try Green Island Oyster. Love oysters and loved the October oyster special! The oysters were delicious, our server Cecilia was great, cool ambience to the restaurant and we appreciated the easy parking. That said, it took 30 minutes to get our first dozen oysters at 6 PM on a Friday night. Outside of the oysters and great drinks, I think that the food and presentation need some attention. We only got appetizers, but the wedge salad was overdressed and had minimal bacon, the crabcakes were tasty but small and fell apart when we moved them to our plate, and the calamari was tasteless and greasy. Would definitely return for oysters and drinks, but would be hesitant about the food. read more

Ended up on a double date when a couple friends invited us out. They had already made the reservation and we were happy to. We admittedly don't try new spots often anymore because the cost of a night out is so high and id rather stick with our favorite spots and know I'll leave happy & fulfilled The PROS were the service and ambience. Fun spot, we choose to eat outside with summer coming to an end. They have two overly large umbrellas outside. Tables were spaced nicely, and the area isn't too congested with cars/noise. The insides was nice too, but bar feature and the "island/fishing" theme throughout. The hostess was attentive and our waitress took great care of us, always coming by to refill drinks and never got noticeably upset when we took a while catching up rather than selecting our meals. Plates and empty cups cleared quickly so our table was never cluttered. Bathrooms were clean and spacious and easily accessible from outdoor dining. The drinks were nice, we ordered a few dirty martinis and the blue cheese stuffed olives were spot on. My husband got a mojito and it looked fabulous with crushed ice but he did say it lacked much alcohol and ended up switching to beer. For apps we got a selection of oysters and the hot crab dip. The oysters were great, I preferred the Duxsbury for its brininess. Presentation was 10/10. The Hot Crab Dip was ok, it could have had more meatiness to it, it was creamy and flavorful. We all liked that it was served with kettle chips but it was as if they came from a cape cod snack bag of chips. They were just too tiny to dip in a shared app without getting your fingers in there too. It was also served with rice crackers, I personally just don't enjoy those but everyone else did. I will say our waitress was super sweet in bringing us more rice crackers/chips when asked and we weren't charged extra. Entrees for us all included the clam linguine which was really good. The serving size was nice, not too little or too much (since I'm not keen on seafood leftovers) and the flavor and consistency of the sauce was enjoyable. The clams were tender and perfectly 'sea salty' and worked well with the dish. Also ordered was the lobster roll, flavor was ask good and it was fresh, but was on the small or less stuffed size then you'd be used to for the price tag here in NE. My husband ordered a steak, he wasn't feeling seafood that night. He said the flavor was good as well as it being cooked as he had preferred but it wasn't the best cut of meat. He ended up with a pretty large fatty tough section so we bagged it up and brought it home for our dog. Four adults, two appetizers, four entrees, and a good few rounds of drinks came to a little more than $300 before tip. Not bad and expected. I wouldn't jump to go here again for dinner because again I simply love our usual spots and id rather spend the same and enjoy my meal more. But with that being said I'd definitely come back for lunch or girls night. The outside deck has a walk up bar and a few fun cocktails with friends and shared fried seafood apps would be nice! read more

Their burrata salad was incredible, and the oysters Rockefeller were even better! For my first ever stay in Boston, the staff, atmosphere, and food made me feel right at home. read more

The food was amazing and the service was exceptional! Bradley, our server, was not only friendly, but so knowledgeable about the menu. He even knew how to pair wine with our order. I would highly recommend Green Island Oyster. In a city with lots of fantastic restaurants, this one is definitely the best of the best! read more

Great experience as first time diners at Green Island Oyster! Food and drinks were delicious. Our server, Iggy, gave us outstanding service and we would happily return after such a positive and enjoyable experience. We sat on the outside patio which was perfect for the weather. Looking forward to eating indoors next time and enjoying the artwork and ambiance inside. read more

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The food was AMAZING! Fresh seafood- Tuna Tartare was outstanding! And our server Bradley was professional, attentive, efficient and fun. Our party of five was very happy! read more

Oysters were delicious, restaurant was packed up until close, seems like a local favorite.

One of the best meals I've had in a long time... The decor reminds me of an updated sole proprietor... Love the Homer type paintings on the wall... Had the lobster cocktail which was delicious and all the meals, including the lobster seafood, and the guineas and clay were delicious read more

Green Island Oyster did not disappoint with its lovely fresh oysters from several different locations. We also enjoyed the French fries and lobster rolls. I did not enjoy the rum drink I ordered, too strong and not yummy. The service was attentive and unhurried. The decor and ambiance was a of an upscale bar . read more

Well usually my visit to massachusetts to see my family is usually celebrated at the 111Chop House for years. This time my cousin asked me to go here. I was a bit skeptical since 13 plus years at the original spot. Wow so glad i came. First you walk in as if your walking in on a ship. Then the work staff are simply all hard working young folks doing anything to provide a fun happy atmosphere. Now most these "kids" are the Gen Z group but when i say over the top i mean over the top. Next cocktails...BOMB fresh and perfectly made.Oysters are a must and i had the stuff lobster per request of our red headed waiter. Sorry cant remember his name. He was absolutely a sweet heart and drived into making my entire a family another beautiful memory. Listen, in the area and want Seafood, THIS IS THE PLACE! I told my family this will be the new place to meet when i fly home from California, read more

Dinner for 5 adults. What was good: service, lobster, oysters. What was NOT good: fries too salty, grilled shrimp seemed steamed-- not grilled and way too salty, filet mignon was flavorless, meals didn't have a side salad option- so most had no veggies- just a giant pile of fries or pasta the meat choice. I'm sorry to say I was disappointed- seems like they need to settle in to the newness of it and pick a direction for their restaurant. They have the oyster bar, the rum bar, pizza, fried casual seafood, and meals that act like they are fine dining, but fall short. They should improve some areas that made me not want to go back, and maybe skip things that are not up to the image they are trying to impress. Bill was $415- for 5 meals and 10 drinks, and 2 apps. read more

Food, ambiance, staff...all top notch...great parking is a bonus. Oysters (two dozen to start)...clam chowder and calamari the best I have had...on to next course, I'll be back with more read more

Unbelievable food, great service and a nice little area. Would come back 7/7 days of the week. Recommend the lobster roll and lobster linguine pasta, fresh and cooked perfect. Oysters were really good too loved the variety. read more

Went on a Sunday night. Nice and quiet, not busy. Food was amazing. Right off the bat we were floored with the amount of gluten free options. All the fried food is gluten free. Nothing with gluten hits the fryer. We had the crab dip, which is basically crab Rangoon filling. Absolutely delicious. I had the seared yellowfin tuna, he had the fried haddock. My veggies were maybe a bit heavy in butter, but they were super fresh and crisp, perfectly cooked. The tuna was outstanding. My only critique was this my meal needed a bit of acid somewhere and was a bit heavy on butter. Everything was still delicious and perfectly executed. His haddock, fries, and slaw were perfect. Gluten free fried food is not something common, so we appreciated not only having it but also how amazing it was. Cocktails have a tiki focus, their rum list is extensive, but I had a Manhattan, which was wonderful. He had a gluten free beer, another nice addition to the menu. Gluten free desserts are rare, so we had to get the gluten free ice cream cookie sandwich. The ice cream was icy, not a ton of flavor, but the gluten free cookies 100% made up for it. I would absolutely come back and order everything all over again. Great atmosphere, a really special menu, and our server was lovely. We will absolutely be back. read more