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1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar, Gloucester, MA

1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar

4.7
4.7
1780 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Voted Best of North Shore Magazine Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best Waterview Dining" and Editors' and Readers' Choice "Best AlFresco Dining".

Delicious cuisine with ocean views. Located on the second-floor, our restaurant and bar offers an oceanfront dining deck showcasing New England coastal dining at its best. Celebrate delicious Modern American cuisine with fresh local ingredients by our Chef and his culinary team. The tasteful décor, seaside vistas and comfortable atmosphere provide a dining experience unlike any other in the area. Relax and unwind in cozy elegance at the oceanfront bar, by the fireplace or out by the firepit on the deck, or dine on our fresh catch at our new oyster bar. With a plenty of seats to encourage community gatherings, enjoy a light-hearted take on the region’s culinary delights.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:45 am All Day Menu Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet and self-parking options available
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jon McKechnie

Experiences

  • Wintertide Piano Bar at Beauport Hotel Lobby

    Jan 9, 2025 - Mar 27, 2025
    Join us every Thursday this winter as we transform our cozy hotel lobby into a lively atmosphere for our Wintertide Piano Bar featuring the talented Ricky Lauria. Whether you're enjoying a signature cocktail or savoring a seasonal bite while soaking in the music, the vibrant melodies and warm ambiance make this weekly event a true highlight of the winter season. Reservations are encouraged with arrival between 6:00PM-6:30PM. Please notify restaurant should you be arriving past 6:30PM. Full 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar menu will be available for dinner & cocktails.
    Wintertide Piano Bar at Beauport Hotel Lobby Photo
  • Oregon Wine Dinner

    $130.00 per person

    Mar 27, 2025 only
    Join us at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar on March 27th at 6:00PM for our Oregon Wine Dinner! This five-course intimate dining experience will feature our Chef's creations paired with a selection of Oregon wines from for $130++. 1st Course: Butter Poached Salmon, Beets, Fennel, Apple, Truffle, Paired with Raptor Ridge, Auxerrois 2nd Course: Pan Seared Black Cod, Celery Root, Morels, Fingerlings, Fiddleheads, Ramps, Paired with Raptor Ridge, Grüner Veltliner 3rd Course: Oven Roasted Duck, Sweet Cherries, Pickled Apricots, Carrots, Mustard Seed, Bulgur Paired with Raptor Ridge Pinot Noir 4th Course: Blackberry & Chèvre, Chèvre Cheesecake, Blackberries, Sweet Oat Cake, Candied Ginger, Paired with Raptor Ridge Brut Rosé ++ Does not include Tax & 20% Gratuity. Payment collected onsite. Cancellations less than 48 hours prior & no shows will be charged full amount. You may also call (978) 491-5090 to book.
    Oregon Wine Dinner Photo

What 1,780 people are saying

1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Great for scenic views

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for brunch

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Boston Metro North

    Great for scenic views

  • Boston Metro North

    Good for special occasions

  • Boston Metro North

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar offers a premier dining experience with "outstanding" service and a "beautiful" ocean view. Guests rave about the "amazing" food, from lobster rolls to clam chowder, and the "fantastic" ambience. Perfect for special occasions or casual dining, it consistently delivers "exceptional" satisfaction.

1,780 Reviews
  1. Lee

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time / meal. It was my birthday which I mentioned when I made the reservation. The waitress said my meal should have been on the house if mentioned. I was not expecting that but wanted to mention. Will return for sure. Our server was wonderful.

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  2. Ron VIP

    Greater Boston42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1606 has THE menu with the best handcrafted cocktails. Truly, one-of-a-kind drinks created by the bartending staff. Even the alcohol-free ones taste great! The staff and service are always top notch at this great hotel restaurant.

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  3. Rosemary VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Two thumbs up! Cannot beat the view and the food and service is on par.

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  4. Fred

    Naples3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1606 is our go to for a consistent outstanding dining experience in all aspects every time.

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  5. Mary VIP

    Greater Boston41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are new to the area and the Beauport has become one of favorite restaurants. Great food, , very nice selection, excellent service, beautiful views and I appreciate the careful attention to food allergies. Just A+ all around!
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 3 days ago
    Welcome to the area, Mary! We're so glad you found us, and it's an honor to be one of your preferred dining spots. We appreciate your five-star review of the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar and we look forward to serving you again soon!

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  6. Carol

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, ambiance, and location were outstanding but the food was disappointing. We ordered the duck and did not eat it.
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for visiting us at the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, Carol. While we're happy that you enjoyed our attentive team and lovely setting. it's disappointing that your meal was not reflective of our very high standards. Complete satisfaction is always our goal and we wish we had the chance to address your concerns directly. Please stop in again soon so we can change your impression of us.

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  7. Dan VIP

    Greater Boston18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The red curry mussels app was outstanding, but the roast duck was disappointing. It was over cooked but not crisp. At $46 it was not great.
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    It was a pleasure welcoming you to the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, Dan! We're happy that our Coconut Red Curry Mussels impressed you, it's disappointing that the duck entree fell short of what you hoped for. Our team would have been happy to ensure your satisfaction, had we known. Please stop in again soon so we can work to earn that fifth star!

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  8. Sam VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is fantastic and doesn’t get as much recognition as it deserves. We’re a tough crowd to please and everything we ordered was fantastic. Brunch the next day was awesome as well.
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    We can't ask for better praise, Sam! Thanks so much for letting us know that we surpassed your high expectations, not once, but twice. Your five-star review made our day and we hope your plans bring you back soon to the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great spot! Kelsey at the bar was awesome 🤩
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 6 days ago
    We love seeing friendly faces at the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar! Thank you for your fantastic comment about Kelsey. Please stop in again soon!

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  10. Susan VIP

    Greater Boston47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food Would have liked more fish/ seafood entrees
    1606 Restaurant and Oyster BarResponded 6 days ago
    Earning your five-star rating made our day, Susan! Thank you for choosing the 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar for your recent outing. We appreciate your feedback about the menu offerings and we encourage you to stop by often, as we delight in providing daily specials to take advantage of the freshest, most delicious local ingredients. See you again soon!

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FAQs

1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (978) 491-5090.

1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 1780 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar

55 Commercial St, Gloucester, MA 01930-5047

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:45 am All Day Menu Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–12:00 am Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet and self-parking options available
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jon McKechnie
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