The Hourly Oyster House Menu (Update 2025)
The Hourly Oyster House, located in Cambridge, MA, offers a sophisticated dining experience with a focus on seafood. With a diverse menu featuring chilled appetizers like Tuna Crudo and Halibut Ceviche, and enticing entrees such as Lobster Roll and Truffle & Herb Crusted Halibut, the restaurant caters to seafood lovers. Customers rave about the cozy ambiance and helpful staff, making it a perfect spot for a relaxing meal. The Oysters, Mussels Provencal, and Seafood dishes like Bucatini Frutti di Mare receive high praise from patrons. The menu also incorporates vegan options and offers a range of dining utilities, including delivery and catering. With its classy atmosphere and delicious food, The Hourly Oyster House is a must-visit for those seeking a memorable seafood dining experience.
Chilled Appetizers
Tuna Crudo*
castelvetrano olive, pickled chili,citrus segment, blood orange vinaigrette
Tuna Tartare*
Halibut Ceviche
aj amarillo, leche de tigre, plantain chips
Hamachi Crudo
White Sturgeon Caviar, Chimichurri, Fried Garlic
Lobster Bisque
Brandy, Tarragon
Clam Chowder
Bacon*, Seasoned Oyster Crackers*bacon NOT omissible
Blistered Shishitos
Sea Salt, Olive Oil
Brussels Sprouts
Andouille Sausage, Parmesan
Caesar Salad
Lemon, Anchovy Croutons, Parmesan
Green Goddess Salad
Avocado, Cucumbers, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Crispy Toritlla Strips, Green Goddess Dressing
Crispy Calamari
Crispy-Fried, Cherry Peppers, Arugula, Harissa Aioli
Hushpuppies
Chili Honey Butter
Mussels Provencal
White Wine, Tomatoes, Fennel, Garlic, Grilled Crostini
Octopus
Potatoes, Chorizo, Paprika Aioli
Roasted Beets
Picked mint, whipped goat cheese, pistachio dukkha, citrus vinaigrette, shaved raw beets, herb oil
Oysters
Oyster To Go available for Pick up only. call for details and to order
Fried Oysters
Shucked oysters Lighty Battered and fried, topped off with House made buffalo sauce, ranch
Steak Tartare*
Diced steak, smoked oyster aioli, leek gremolata, house potato chips, leek ash oil
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Entrees
Fish & Chips
Frites, Slaw, Tartar Sauce
Lobster Roll
Aioli, Griddled Roll, Chives
Seared Scallops
Risotto Primavera, Spring Pea Puree
Double Smash Burger
American Cheese, Special Sauce, Caramelized Onions, Potato Roll
Grilled Salmon
Honeynut Squash Puree, Baby Bok Choy, Roasted Heirloom Carrots & Baby Turnips
Bucatini Frutti di Mare
shrimp, mussels, littleneck clams, squid, calabrian chili butter
Lobster Mac & Cheese
three cheese blend, ritz cracker crust
Truffle & Herb Crusted Halibut
fancy mashed potato, black truffle, brussels sprouts, turnips, carrots, red wine jus
NY Strip
potato pav, jumbo asparagus,king trumpet mushroom
Half Chicken
roasted baby carrot confit, cippolini onions, crispysmashed potatoes, ramp salsa verde
Cauliflower Steak
curry, farro, carrot puree, chimichurri, pomegranate seeds
Icelandic Cod
Celery Root Puree, Lentils du Puy, Chorizo, Salsa Verde
Fries
Slaw
Side Greens
Sides
Lunch Entrees
Salmon Nioise
Marinated Heirloom Tomatoes, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Kalamata Olives, Haricot Verts, Six-Minute Egg, Garden Herb Vinaigrette
Haddock Sandwich
Coleslaw, Bread & Butter Pickles, Spicy Tartar Sauce
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Lettuce, Pickles, Special Sauce, Brioche Bun
Fisherman's Stew
Cioppino Sauce, Mussels, clams, Shrimp, Cod, Salmon, Fingerling Potatoes
Fried Clam Po'Boy
shredded lettuce, chili remoulade
Basque Cheesecake
mixed berry coulis