The oysters were good. I sent the crabcakes back. The clam chowder was unremarkable.
Jeff Soley
Really good first dinner. We’ll be back!
Jackson Wallace
The service has a long way to go. We were seated and waited for 25 minutes with no servers even giving us water or a menu, eventually I had to ask another server what was going on and they finally had someone come to us. When we ordered we got a small apology about the wait and nothing else, which seemed inappropriate. The food was great however once we received it, but then after ordering cocktails they never came. We asked about the cocktails when our server gave us boxes as she had not stopped by again since then, and she checked at the bar and their order machine was apparently down, so she asked if we would like our wine poured now, which was also not even what we ordered. I will not be returning unless there is a serious change in service quality.
Kimberly Osborne
Dined for the first time the interior is very nice and modern but very loud. Our server was very nice…. we had the Oyster Rockefeller, which were some of the best I’ve ever had the clam chowder was really good. I got scallops and fries the scallops were good they were a little over cooked the french fries are just run-of-the-mill didn’t care much for the coleslaw my husband had whole belly clams roll and fries which were 32$ he thought the clams were good. The drinks are good, but expensive. The wine list was unimpressive. The food overall is fairly pricey. What we didn’t like, however is at the end of the meal the server had one of those devices where she put the order in and can also bring up our bill as well which is convenient. However, she flipped it around for my husband to sign and he noticed all that was available for tips was several choices starting at 20% then 25 and 30.. So it was a little awkward while she stood there watching us and normally we leave pretty good tips for good service because we’re also in the food industry but my husband feeling pressured just hit the 20% really quick… I don’t think we’ve ever left lower than 20% but we usually leave higher. However, we just didn’t like the pressure of the moment and the fact of limited options starting at 20 from what he could see.
Colleen Letourneau
The Salmon and Filet was probably the best meal and quality we’ve ever had. The waitstaff and chef were personable and friendly. The atmosphere was light and clean. I plan to bring everyone I know to experience the quality of their meals. 5 stars for us!
Christine Provost
We really enjoyed Amherst Oyster Bar. We started with fresh raw oysters that were well cleaned (a must!). They came with your typical condiments. The mignonette was balanced and did not over-power the oysters. I had a hankering for good fish and chips and they did not disappoint with haddock filets and a gluten free beer batter that was not too heavy. The French fries had a perfect crunch. I was not crazy about the coleslaw, but that's never my favorite thing about fish and chips. Everyone in our party enjoyed the mixed drinks we had.
Chris Bourke
Went for buck a shuck but it turns out it is only 4-6pm Sunday thru Thursday as of July 2025. Got an oyster po boy instead at the bar. Pretty good.
Mikail U
Fresh food, great service and a proper restaurant interior.
Sue B.
Been wanting to try since it opened. Oysters and bisque were really good. The rest was probably about a “C”. Some comments were bland on one dish, too salty on another, too much batter on a third. Service was good. A bit on the expensive side. I happily pay $$$ if the food is worthy. LOTS of french fries which we actually don’t like 😃.
Staff is amazing - super nice and knowledgeable! The buck a sucks were ok - I was not expecting anything amazing but there are many places in the valley where they do 💵 oysters better ans fresher. Wanted to like the whole belly clams more but they were overpriced and underwhelming - would choose Pete's seafood over here any day. TLDR staff is amazing but food is overpriced and underwhelming. Hope they figure it out how to get up to Protocol standards which is still a 10,/10
Nolan Schmitt
The atmosphere and food is incredible gluten free fryers as well, to be honest best restaurant in Amherst easily.
Lauren Westafer
Food would have been good but was not brought out appropriately. Clam strip entree for one brought out 15 min before the salad or any other entree. Oysters brought out way late. Not the servers fault but a lot going on in food delivery without direction to basic food etiquette
Katherine DeMaio
I enjoyed this place more than I thought I would. The vibe was vibing, food was good, and our waitress was a gem. There was a little wait for our entrees, but it wasn't a big deal and the staff did check in. We got oysters and mushroom burnt ends for apps both were great. The mushrooms were different than anything I've had before and I really enjoyed them. I got a fish sandwich which wasn't too battered or greasy,they forgot the pickles but it was almost done by the time I noticed. My friend got a lobster rolls which was well cooked had a good amount of lobster. We also had a couple cocktails which were cute and well balanced. I would definitely recommend this place.
No Names No Numbers
I had a good time! Oysters were fire. Got the Krabby Patty it was delicious!!! 🦀🍔
The oysters were good. I sent the crabcakes back. The clam chowder was unremarkable.
Really good first dinner. We’ll be back!
The service has a long way to go. We were seated and waited for 25 minutes with no servers even giving us water or a menu, eventually I had to ask another server what was going on and they finally had someone come to us. When we ordered we got a small apology about the wait and nothing else, which seemed inappropriate. The food was great however once we received it, but then after ordering cocktails they never came. We asked about the cocktails when our server gave us boxes as she had not stopped by again since then, and she checked at the bar and their order machine was apparently down, so she asked if we would like our wine poured now, which was also not even what we ordered. I will not be returning unless there is a serious change in service quality.
Dined for the first time the interior is very nice and modern but very loud. Our server was very nice…. we had the Oyster Rockefeller, which were some of the best I’ve ever had the clam chowder was really good. I got scallops and fries the scallops were good they were a little over cooked the french fries are just run-of-the-mill didn’t care much for the coleslaw my husband had whole belly clams roll and fries which were 32$ he thought the clams were good. The drinks are good, but expensive. The wine list was unimpressive. The food overall is fairly pricey. What we didn’t like, however is at the end of the meal the server had one of those devices where she put the order in and can also bring up our bill as well which is convenient. However, she flipped it around for my husband to sign and he noticed all that was available for tips was several choices starting at 20% then 25 and 30.. So it was a little awkward while she stood there watching us and normally we leave pretty good tips for good service because we’re also in the food industry but my husband feeling pressured just hit the 20% really quick… I don’t think we’ve ever left lower than 20% but we usually leave higher. However, we just didn’t like the pressure of the moment and the fact of limited options starting at 20 from what he could see.
The Salmon and Filet was probably the best meal and quality we’ve ever had. The waitstaff and chef were personable and friendly. The atmosphere was light and clean. I plan to bring everyone I know to experience the quality of their meals. 5 stars for us!
We really enjoyed Amherst Oyster Bar. We started with fresh raw oysters that were well cleaned (a must!). They came with your typical condiments. The mignonette was balanced and did not over-power the oysters. I had a hankering for good fish and chips and they did not disappoint with haddock filets and a gluten free beer batter that was not too heavy. The French fries had a perfect crunch. I was not crazy about the coleslaw, but that's never my favorite thing about fish and chips. Everyone in our party enjoyed the mixed drinks we had.
Went for buck a shuck but it turns out it is only 4-6pm Sunday thru Thursday as of July 2025. Got an oyster po boy instead at the bar. Pretty good.
Fresh food, great service and a proper restaurant interior.
Been wanting to try since it opened. Oysters and bisque were really good. The rest was probably about a “C”. Some comments were bland on one dish, too salty on another, too much batter on a third. Service was good. A bit on the expensive side. I happily pay $$$ if the food is worthy. LOTS of french fries which we actually don’t like 😃.
Beautiful everything
Restaurantji Recommends
Staff is amazing - super nice and knowledgeable! The buck a sucks were ok - I was not expecting anything amazing but there are many places in the valley where they do 💵 oysters better ans fresher. Wanted to like the whole belly clams more but they were overpriced and underwhelming - would choose Pete's seafood over here any day. TLDR staff is amazing but food is overpriced and underwhelming. Hope they figure it out how to get up to Protocol standards which is still a 10,/10
The atmosphere and food is incredible gluten free fryers as well, to be honest best restaurant in Amherst easily.
Food would have been good but was not brought out appropriately. Clam strip entree for one brought out 15 min before the salad or any other entree. Oysters brought out way late. Not the servers fault but a lot going on in food delivery without direction to basic food etiquette
I enjoyed this place more than I thought I would. The vibe was vibing, food was good, and our waitress was a gem. There was a little wait for our entrees, but it wasn't a big deal and the staff did check in. We got oysters and mushroom burnt ends for apps both were great. The mushrooms were different than anything I've had before and I really enjoyed them. I got a fish sandwich which wasn't too battered or greasy,they forgot the pickles but it was almost done by the time I noticed. My friend got a lobster rolls which was well cooked had a good amount of lobster. We also had a couple cocktails which were cute and well balanced. I would definitely recommend this place.
I had a good time! Oysters were fire. Got the Krabby Patty it was delicious!!! 🦀🍔
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