I wanted to LOVE ICOB. I went online to make same day reservations for 5 people and the time slot I wanted wasn't available on a Wednesday night. I called the restaurant and they were able to accommodate us 15 minutes before or 15 minutes after our desired time, we were thrilled! Since some of us would be heading over right after work, we sat on the patio and enjoyed a couple round of drinks while waiting for the other girls to arrive. Service on the patio was spectacular. Bread was served, our server suggested drinks for us and we were happy. Once it was time for our dinner reservation, we headed inside. The restaurant was in full swing and super busy. We ordered a variety of apps including oysters and lobster balls. I was pleased that they were able to include an extra serving for us (at a small cost) since there were 5 people and the standard dish only came with 4. Our server kept pushing us for drinks but we already had a couple of round earlier. We each had another drink with dinner but I felt really pressured. All the appetizers came out really fast. We got a fried whlole clam basket as an appetizer and that was really delicious. The lobster rolls were good but the tuna tartare was the best! Most of us agreed that it was the best version we had. Everyone also loved the flaky cornbread and blistered shishito peppers. When the raw bar platter was removed from the table, the water spilled all over my dress. The busboy was apologetic and got me a napkin but the server or manager didn't seem to care Dinner left much to be desired. Not one person at the table was in love with their dish. One dish was overshadowed with breadcrumb/cornmeal, the swordfish was dry and the scampi was underwhelming. When we asked for the check, the server just dropped our bill on the table without saying anything. I thought that was quite odd. We were celebrating a birthday and I asked if anything was complimentary and I was told they can put a candle in any dessert we order off the menu. Not even ice cream was free (after we had just spent close to $500 at the establishment) On a different note, the other staff was very courteous and friendly. Everytime we walked by to go to the ladies room or to come and go, each staff member would step aside to let us through. I thought that was very nice. Parking is plentiful in the lots and on the street. read more

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The oysters from the raw bar menu are enough to give this restaurant more than 5 stars. They were delicious and the staff is knowledgeable enough to help you choose. Normally we get several dozen. Tonight we decided to have entrees as well. These I must say were disappointing. When this place was Island Creek Oyster Bar we had the roe noodle dish which was incredibly delicious. We were excited to see a similar offering on the menu but alas, there was no favorable comparison. Both the Lobster Roe noodles and bouillabaisse entrees were only ok, hence disappointing. Not bad but also not special. The drinks, another weak area. While I do not drink, my companion does. There was no Pinot Grigio, just a secret white wine. Our server (who was excellent) brought a couple to try. We settled on one, but settled, neither was particularly good. Same for the after dinner drinks, odd, non special options. However the coffee.... Truly delicious cappuccino. I could have had more than one and would have except for the weak dessert options. Not one choice with chocolate. Overall we miss Island Creek but will return here for oysters. read more

Row 34 - Bouillabaisse - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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Excellent food. Island creek oysters are the best. Also, crab cake was delicious. I highly recommend this place. Parking was also super easy behind the restaurant. read more

Row 34 - Indoor seating during Covid19. Good distance. - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

First visit to Row 34 after the name change from Island Creek. The menu, decoration and vibe is different. The menu is smaller and more limited. Gone is that amazing burger with horseradish cream. Although there is a nice burger to replace it, the new one lacks that something extra that made the Island Creek one so good. The fish in the fried fish was dry, which was a surprise and a disappointment. Oyster sliders had a nice crunch and were tasty, as were the fresh oysters we tried. The decoration is somewhat stripped down now and it is hard to tell from it whether Row 34 wants to be a beer garden or an oyster bar. Service was as sold as ever. Overall, this place is no longer a go-to for anything other than oysters. Will try again after the menu has a chance to mature. read more

To begin all the food we ordered was more than solid, the burger, clam chowder, especially the oyster. If you're just a lonesome eater looking for more food here's the place. But our party was served by waiters that do not seemed to be happy. The overall experience was horrible waiter wise and they really can't be bothered. We had to wait for almost 20 minutes after finishing to have someone to give us our bill. The place was pretty quiet and chill, the vibe was calm. But nothing special. Would go again by myself if I just want to experience food. read more

The food was excellent. We had the crab dip and fried calamari for appetizers which were both delicious. I had the bouillabaisse for my meal and the sauce was so good. The service was fantastic. We will definitely be back. read more

We're big fans of West coast oysters from the Bellingham, WA area so when we heard about Island Creek on a Gastropod blog about oysters we had to try it. The space is open and airy decorated in a combination of industrial lighting and accents of grey toned weathered wood. This first becomes noticable at the door where the handles are shaped like parts of oars in a grey wash finish. Since we regularly enjoy West coast oysters we decided to stick with East coast varieties for the night. We had six fresh of three different varieties and since we enjoyed those so much we had six more with one repeat and two additional varieties. Although all the oysters were of the same Atlantic species, their flavor varied a lot dependant on the local conditions where they were raised. Although they offered many delectable sounding entrees we decided to stick to appetizers. We shared both an order of fried clams from Ipswich, MA, and a chilled half lobster. We spent seven summers in Ipswich so have had the opportunity to have the best of local clams prepared fresh. The clams here were very close to the best. Perfect breading, cooked just enough but not enough to turn them rubbery, accompanied by fries and tartar sauce. The half lobster was perfectly cooked and presented sort of like a shrimp cocktail. We had the optional drawn butter which was a nice compliment to the cold lobster. The service was attentive but not overwhelming. Our waitress, Fatima, was knowledge about the oysters and other offerings and very helpful in navigating the menu. I should mention that we each enjoyed a cocktail from the very well run bar. Ours were in-house creations, mine a variation on an old fashioned, and my wife's a gin, fennel, lime, and almond creation. Very creative and quite delicious. A great date night spot especially if your beloved is into raw. read more

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I thought I posted this review earlier; nonetheless, Row 34 is an excellent place for fun drinks including mock tails, carb friendly as ever (former location of a Island Creek Oysters) with lettuce cups featuring delicately fried oysters; the non seafood options include beef beyond a hamburger and chicken beyond bland boiled chicken. Portions are hearty without being hurtful. Clean seating with indoor and outdoor dining. Excellent staff. read more

Great oysters. Nice ambiance. Nice open space concept. Busy staff but attentive. Will try dinner menu next time. Overall good. read more

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What a great find in the Burlington area. The place is huge so getting a table has never been a problem for me. Also appreciate that they have a large private room that one could reserve for a large party. Clean and modern the decor highlights the fresh seafood and oyster bar. Standard wine selection, I wish there were more rose options by the glass but by the bottle has a pretty good selection. If Happy hour is illegal, the dollar oysters are a good substitute. They don't skimp out on quality. The type does change, so if you're particular, give them a call to get the tasting notes on what type of oyster is being served on sale that day. Would recommend the lobster roe pasta and fried clams if they have it. Love this place and will definitely be back! read more

Hubs and I spilt a dozen of a variety of oysters, ceviche, and a whole black bass and finished with (recommended) Banoffe pie with dolce de Leche! Excellent from start to finish read more

The food was OK. The service was OK. What I thought was ridiculous though was the 3.5% "Kitchen Appreciation Fee" and the $8 "Bread service" fee they slapped on the bill. Nobody ordered bread but they brought it and charged for it anyway. Also, I ordered my burger with "no onions" but it cam with them anyway. I didn't "appreciate" that. I don't like deceptive practices such as these and won't be going back. read more

Go for brunch! Get the brunch basket! Oh yea and the fish tacos, too! I've been here a handful of times, for both brunch and dinner, the staff is friendly, the food is super fresh, cocktails are crafty and it's a beautiful space! read more

Row 34 - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Celebrated birthday with a fantastic dinner here. Everyone we interacted with was very friendly especially our server. He even brought us a complimentary appetizer. We also got crudo, ceviche, blue fish, pasta with lobster & short rib. Everything was so good we decided to get the chocolate cake to go since we were too full to eat it there. Drinks were fabulous as well. Great city vibe with the ease of parking in the suburbs! read more

Excellent service and food plus great beer selection. Raw oysters are excellent but expensive.

Amazing food and service! My favorite was the clam chowder! Will definitely be going back for more!

Went to this location recently and it was very good. To start we had oysters and the salt cod croquettes. I had the lobster gnocchi and another person got the fish tacos, both were delicious. Also, we ordered multiple buttermilk biscuits with honey and rosemary, even took one to go, unreal. Honestly, I'd go back just to eat the biscuits. read more

If in Burlington for work (a fair Uber to spots closer to BOS), this is a decent option. The oysters were good, the tacos were oily but tasty, and the cocktails were nice also. The place a decent dinner spot if you're looking to stay closer your office/hotel. read more

First time here. Very good lobster roll with house made chips. Also had the whitefish pate which was also excellent.

One of my favorite restaurants. Only place I will go for oysters. have only been to the Burlington location and I have never had a bad meal there. The staff are attentive, knowledgeable and very personable. Steve was recently our bartender and he was ahead of us with what we needed. They have $1.00 oysters daily and they were delicious. You can't beat the price. Ethel's lobster roll was one of the best I've ever had. Definitely a go to. read more

Just found out this place has 1 dollar oysters EVERY day from 1230-530. What a great deal! Excellent atmosphere and an ok selection of beers. read more

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Island Creek Oyster Bar - if your wallet hurts, this isn't the place for you but if you want to act like a baller, take your friends here! You walk in and it is this huge space with high ceilings and it is jam packed. I have been here twice and both times, each table was full with a line out the door. Fortunately, the wait for us wasn't too bad and when we were seated, I was in awe of the menu. Items that we ordered: * if you get anything, make sure to get the oyster sliders. They are small, just a few bites but so fresh, not too oily and the bread is soft and chewy. * The server recommended a number of oysters for us but they are all fresh and you see them getting shucked * I got the lobster pasta with peas and short rib - i still have dreams of perfect al dente pasta and big pieces of lobster. so amazing! * The lobster roll covered in butter is also to die for. Again, it is pricy but you won't regret coming here! read more

Row 34 - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Love love love the lobster rolls! I prefer the buttered lobster roll over the traditional. The bread is buttery, toasted, and warm. They give you a decent amount lobster and it is paired with a side of house potato chips and coleslaw. The potato chips are so good! They taste like they just came out of the fryer. Crispy and warm. Now let's talk about the oysters. We've three different types of oysters so far and I can say my absolute favorite are the island creek oysters. The service is always great. The ambience is bright and open for lunch then changes to cozy and dim for dinner. Great place for a lunch meeting or dinner date. read more

Row 34 - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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Was excited for ICOB to come to Burlington as we are sorely lacking a great seafood spot. Island Creek meets every seafood need at the highest level. I didn't have the best experience in Boston due to the too thick rosemary roll on the lobster roll. Staying away from that everything else was superb. The tuna poke featured a large portion, super fresh and large chunks of tuna. If you like raw fish, this is a must order! The main course was equally amazing. The halibut was the best white fish dish I have ever had. Perfectly cooked and the highest quality of fish you can get anywhere. The dish featured a lot of components to make it complete including exotic mushrooms and lobster chunks. The lobster roe noodles was also another great dish featuring fresh pasta with a unique flavor. For dessert went with the cider donuts which were made fresh and came out hot. The service was polished even shortly after opening. A manager was floating around and even stopped by our table twice to talk about the food. His passion about the food was evident. This restaurant makes an easy case for best of the burbs, or even the best of Boston. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Very average in terms of food and ambiance. Had high hopes but was terribly disappointed

Has a delicious warm buttery lobster roll, it was my first one ever and I was super impressed, I still need to have the traditional one. The brioche bun was perfectly buttery deliciousness! The lobster chunks were nice and warm and full of flavor and richness! I would give it a 10/10 on flavor and fullness! I broke my Keto diet for this and it was worth it! I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a lobster roll, the service was great and the atmosphere was great, I wish I was in Boston more to try more things! read more

Row 34 - Warm Buttery Lobster Roll! Get it, you won't regret it! - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

First time here. Atmosphere was nice. They forgot our bread, served it late, but Took it off our bill. Ok selection of meals. Wish they had a bit larger menu. I had the fish and chips and was really yummy with plenty to eat. Cole slaw sample was good. Next time will need to order a side of it to go with the meal! We had a few items on the raw bar. Pretty good selection and was very delicious! Sat at a high top and was very comfortable!! read more

Good first experience at Row 34. Food and cocktails were unique, excellently prepared and delicious. Service was great. We were asked to access the menu through our phones which is a nice covid precaution but did not work well for me and made it difficult to order. Menu was pretty limited, which wasn't a concern for us but would be for a pickier or more selective eater. read more

Row 34 - Housemaid rolls, honey-cayenne butter - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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My wife and I have forgot how much we love this place. The other location is on Comm Ave in Boston Proper and we have gone there more then 10 times but because of some bad service the last few visits we have not gone in about a year. Hearing about this locations opening we both were super excited to give it a try we were not dissatisfied. Making the reservation was a easy but then got hard because somehow our spot was cancelled and luckily for us we found out before hand and it was fixed. The oyster were great the hot food is..... meh it's all about the raw bar here. The shrimp cocktail is $3.50 each but well worth it. I could see paying $5 each. I dislike the soup so the manger took it off the bill but told me I hate truffle oil because they drizzle it on top. But my issue was the fact that the soup tasted like a cup full of fugues (I already know smart ass) plus the timing off. The soup came out just as the raw bar got to the table. I thought it was going to come after the raw bar. I did tell my server to time it but was not specific on what to come out 1st. The 4 stars is the overall. I mines one star because of the wait time to get everything was long!! The raw bar way to long. The hot food took 35/40 mins after we finished the raw bar. The servers were running to get stuff out but the back of the house was slow or were really overwhelmed. My wife also waited 10/15 mins for a refill. Our server Tony was nice and knew the oysters very well. He did a great job. Going back in a few days but just going to get raw bar and drinks read more

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We were in the area and decided to drop in for lunch. It was about half capacity when we arrived. The decor is contemporary and is bright and airy. Very visually appealing. The hostess that seated us wasn't friendly. I wouldn't say rude, but just totally indifferent. It was kind of a turn off immediately. Our waiter came right over and took a drink order. He was pretty good throughout the meal. Not outstanding, but pretty good. Our drinks were brought over by someone else, our entrees by yet another. I'm not a fan of this multi person approach to service but whatever. My wife had fish and chips. I had the Ipswich clam Roll with fries and cole slaw. I also had the lobster bisque. She loved the fish and chips. The batter was light and the fish very moist and tender, although the tarter sauce was some modern interpretation. Some things are best left as they are. The lobster bisque was quite good. Not too much meat though for 11 bucks. The clam roll wasn't good. The clams were tasteless and the roll was WAY too big. It also tasted like it was a week old. The coleslaw was weird. The cabbage wasn't cut up enough so every fork full was full of these 6" strands of cabbage. You had to twirl it on your fork like pasta. Minor annoyances included having both entrees delivered without ketchup, even though we both had fries. And lobster bisque being served without crackers. When I asked for ketchup the girl (not our server) came back and plopped down this mini cart full of about 8 different condiments. I had to remove half of them to get then ketchup which was wedged under the handle in the middle. No booze and no drink refills and the bill came to $53 for lunch. Eh. Not worth it in my opinion. Perhaps dinner would be better. Not sure. Overall a mediocre experience that started off sour by the red headed hostess who had a lousy attitude. May try it again. Maybe not. read more

Cute outdoor patio! We did have to wait a little bit for the patio as it is first come first serve even with reservations. Oysters were fresh and delicious. read more

Row 34 - Raw oysters and oysters sliders (ordered 2) - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

One of the best place to do taste test on different type of oysters from different area. read more

Row 34 - Oysters and jumbo shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

First time here, and I was impressed. The buttered lobster roll was divine and a good size. The salad was fresh with sugary walnuts. The fries were tasty. Desert exceeded my expectations. I had the marshmallow s'more. It was chocolate mousse cake, with marshmallows, marshmallow ice cream, and graham crackers sprinkled in. This was a adult upgrade to campfire s'mores. The service here managed to be attentive, without hovering. I can't wait to come back. read more

Service was spot on The waitress was very attentive explained everything on the menu make sure we understood. The food came out quickly and was prepared deliciously reasonably priced and easy to find a parking read more

The ICOB is a great seafood restaurant. Can't really go wrong with any item on the menu. The fresh fish selection and the lobster roe are amazing. Banoffee pie and chocolate brandy trifle are also pretty tasty. Tip: the weekends are pretty busy, if you show up without a reservation you can be put on a wait list for the main dinning area. But many people don't know the bar area has a separate waiting list. read more

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Amazing food and staff! They taught us about oysters, helped us with two food allergies and a cranky baby. Will be back!

Excellent oyster selection! I always prefer the local ones and there was a large variety of those from Cape Cod. We asked for suggestions, and the waitress was very friendly and explained all the different tastes in detail. Service- very prompt! Which is excellent for this area given how many work lunches take place. The staff are very knowledgeable of the menu and can describe the flavor of each food in detail. Food selection- excellent! I highly suggest the yellowfin tuna melt which was the perfect amount of food with a side salad. Also, the fried options (calamari, fish & chips) are available. Ambiance- awesome! Very bright and spacious, hence relaxing. All in all, this is a great restaurant and I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Row 34 - Yellowfin lunch special! Delicious! - Seafood Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Came in on a busy Sat night . Had a 7 pm reservation for an Anniversary dinner. We were sat immediately . Everything from start to finish was perfection. Everyone went out of their way to make it a special evening . Food was outstanding and a special shout out to our server Tri who was amazing - very gracious and thoughtful. Looking forward to returning soon! read more

The food was very good and the staff was attentive and friendly. The restaurant itself was poorly lit and surprisingly loud. It was hard to read the menu as the font was much too small and as I mentioned the restaurant lighting was dim. I would go again, but would try to sit outside. read more

The service was seriously lacking. They never checked in on our meal, forgot the ketchup for my fries and by the time I flagged someone down they were cold. I also bit into a large piece of oyster shell and hurt my tooth. The server didn't even apologize or ask if there was anything he could do. I asked for the check which again took forever and they simply dropped it off and said they removed the oyster slider from the bill. Didn't ask how I was as I was clutching my jaw. Even picking up the check to run my card took a very long time. I had to get up and put on my jacket to get attention. I could understand if it was busy but it wasn't! The shrimp cocktail was good but the fish tacos were terrible. They were water logged and the tortillas were raw and soggy. My sons burger was the smallest burger I have ever seen and way over cooked. The oyster slider was good except for the giant piece of shell in it that cracked my tooth. The only thing I liked was the cocktail but even that was missing the cherry. read more