Went back after a long hiatus, and it was still great-- Marvelous soup, outstanding main course (fish), fabbo dessert-- And the price, while high, isn't high for Boston, really, only a bit more than Legal Seafood (which is truly very good as well, though not quite as heavy on the atmosphere). I like this place a lot, and my pal,... more

My husband and I dined here in early winter, and were looking forward to some old-school luxury in the beautiful dining room. The whole experience was surprising, and not in a positive way. Cocktails were beautifully made and presented, but once we ordered, the service and food started to slip. First courses arrived at a normal pace, but while were... more

Delicious....Foie Gras was great--but better at Radius...I didn't the Lobster Stew (which they are known for) but my brother did--it was excellent--Shrimp and Lobster were all great---I had the filet mignon--ALMOST top tier filet but Ceasar's Steakhouse in Foxwoods makes it better....Atmosphere was great--This is one of the oldest restaurants in Boston and it shows! Creaky floors and stairs--very class... more

My family and I had a wonderful experience at Lock-Ober last Friday at lunch. The service was first rate. Our waiter, Rocco, was very accomodating, informative and even appropriately entertaining. The service was first rate. The food was excellent. Three members of our party requested Lobster Savannah, which is not on the lunch menu. The wait staff was happy to... more

Not your parents Locke-Obers, the food has lightened up since Lydia Shire took it over and freshened it up. more

Wonderful place to have lunch. Quite setting..relaxing. The food is excellent. more

My dad loved this place. We didn't more

fantastic oysters more

Despite having been warned by friends, I read enough good reviews to discount the others. Don't make the same mistake...there are far better restaurants in Boston to spend your money in. The food was lukewarm...and although the lobster special looked great, my dinner was bland, bland bland. I have had Chilean Sea Bass several times..it's a fish that can stand... more