After blogging regularly for a year and a half now, I've come to realize certain content becomes repetitive. Annual trips, restaurant week dinners at previously reviewed favorites, North End Festivals, and in this very instance, the Hot Lobster Roll from Neptune Oyster. I ventured to what is easily recognized as one of Boston's top seafood establishments for SLS 2010 Part 7 and I came back again this summer because it is simply that good. And because Megan has been encouraging a visit together ever since she saw my write up last summer. 
Two Friday's ago (I'm just a little behind with posting!) We endured a short (half hour) wait after putting our names in around noon, which is typical of the tiny, ever crowded Salem Street bistro meets raw bar.
Expect them to take your name and cell phone number, allowing you to wander around the North End until your table is ready. We browsed some local boutiques and relaxed on a Greenway bench before returning promptly 30 minutes later. 
We were showed our seats shortly after returning. I slid into the comfy red leather banquet underneath one of the large mirrors framed in a heavy dark wood, offset by the polished white tiled wall. Listed directly on the mirrors are the food and drink specials, which serve to add a simple sophistication to the ambiance. 
We started with a glass of Prosecco ($10) each and chose from a large index card of the namesake signature offerings. 
Oysters! I recommend taking advantage of the varietals from both coasts, comparing and contrasting versions of these freshly shucked sea creatures never ceases to delight. 
Working our way from east coast to west, first we enjoyed the local Wellfleet ($2.60) which are extremely briny with a sweet buttery finish. Next a Kumamoto ($2.90) from Willapa Bay, Washington which are sweet, plump and creamy with hints of honeydew melon. Last we slurped the Kusshi ($2.90) from Deep Bay, British Columbia. These are tiny in size, pleasantly sweet and mildly salty with a crisp cucumber finish. 
The Hot Lobster Roll ($25) as I alluded to above, is a must order. We decided to split one, there is easily enough lobster meat on their to satisfy a duo, not to mention this option is little lighter on the wallet.
Two Friday's ago (I'm just a little behind with posting!) We endured a short (half hour) wait after putting our names in around noon, which is typical of the tiny, ever crowded Salem Street bistro meets raw bar. 
Expect them to take your name and cell phone number, allowing you to wander around the North End until your table is ready. We browsed some local boutiques and relaxed on a Greenway bench before returning promptly 30 minutes later. 
We were showed our seats shortly after returning. I slid into the comfy red leather banquet underneath one of the large mirrors framed in a heavy dark wood, offset by the polished white tiled wall. Listed directly on the mirrors are the food and drink specials, which serve to add a simple sophistication to the ambiance. 
We started with a glass of Prosecco ($10) each and chose from a large index card of the namesake signature offerings. 
Oysters! I recommend taking advantage of the varietals from both coasts, comparing and contrasting versions of these freshly shucked sea creatures never ceases to delight. 
Working our way from east coast to west, first we enjoyed the local Wellfleet ($2.60) which are extremely briny with a sweet buttery finish. Next a Kumamoto ($2.90) from Willapa Bay, Washington which are sweet, plump and creamy with hints of honeydew melon. Last we slurped the Kusshi ($2.90) from Deep Bay, British Columbia. These are tiny in size, pleasantly sweet and mildly salty with a crisp cucumber finish. 
The Hot Lobster Roll ($25) as I alluded to above, is a must order. We decided to split one, there is easily enough lobster meat on their to satisfy a duo, not to mention this option is little lighter on the wallet. 
Don't mistake that to mean the $25 isn't worth the splurge. 
Piled into a soft griddled brioche bun is a mountain of warm, butter-drenched lobster chunks and nothing else. 
Velvety smooth claws and sweet succulent tail meat grace every bite. Intensely seasoned crispy fries also in enormous proportion, seal the deal. 
How many different ways can I explain how good that lobster roll is? I know you've read it all before, and the fact that I dedicated a summer lunch series two years running speaks volumes. A lively atmosphere drenched in character, with service to match, Neptune Oyster enchants and charms all who dine here. Add it to your list of "must visit spots" for sure.
Piled into a soft griddled brioche bun is a mountain of warm, butter-drenched lobster chunks and nothing else. 
Velvety smooth claws and sweet succulent tail meat grace every bite. Intensely seasoned crispy fries also in enormous proportion, seal the deal. 
How many different ways can I explain how good that lobster roll is? I know you've read it all before, and the fact that I dedicated a summer lunch series two years running speaks volumes. A lively atmosphere drenched in character, with service to match, Neptune Oyster enchants and charms all who dine here. Add it to your list of "must visit spots" for sure. 
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