Citizen Public House & Oyster Bar Menu (2025 Update)

Welcome to Citizen Public House & Oyster Bar, located at 1310 Boylston St, Boston, MA. This vibrant eatery is renowned for its exceptional raw bar, offering fresh local seafood that includes 1/2 Dozen Littleneck Clams and 1/2 Dozen Shucked Oysters. Each dish comes artfully presented, accompanied by classic condiments like lemon and mignonette.

The menu doesn’t stop at seafood; patrons rave about the fried pickles and duck pot pie, showcasing a commitment to flavor and creativity. Their steak frites and toffee bread pudding add to the diverse selection, making it perfect for everyone. Guests often highlight the engaging service, making each visit memorable.

Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or enjoying a casual night out, Citizen Public House & Oyster Bar promises an unforgettable dining experience!

STARTERS & SNACKS

House Marinated Olives

Extra virgin olive oil, assorted olives, orange zest

US$9.00

Focaccia & Caramelized Onion Butter

US$8.00

Tuna Tartare*

Chive oil, candied ginger aioli, soy, red endive, sesame oil.

US$19.00

Citizen Charcuterie Board*

Cured meats, assorted cheeses, pickles, olives, nuts, fruit, spreads & sundries

US$24.00

Spicy Fried Pickles

Deep fried dill pickles chips served with a side of buttermilk ranch.

US$12.00

Burrata

Pickled rhubarb, brown butter, toasted almonds, wild wood sorel

US$14.00

Roasted Meatball Parm Slider

Roasted pork & beef meatball on a brioche slider bun with tomato sauce, house mozzarella & grated pecorino.

US$8.00

Stracciatella

Pickled rhubarb, brown butter, toasted almonds, wild wood sorel

US$14.00

1/2 Dozen Shucked Oysters

Half dozen local oysters served with lemon, mignonette and cocktail sauce.

US$21.60

1/2 Dozen Littleneck Clams

Half dozen local clams served with lemon, mignonette and cocktail sauce.

US$17.10

1/2 Dozen Shrimp Cocktail

Half dozen chilled shrimp served with lemon, mignonette and cocktail sauce.

US$21.60

Seafood Tower*

12 oysters, 6 clams, 6 shrimp, whole lobster, sauces & lemon

US$128.00

Half Lobster Cocktail

Chilled half lobster served with lemon and sauces.

US$32.00

Whole Lobster Cocktail

US$64.00

RAW BAR

SOUP & SALAD

Smoked New England Fish Chowder

Local fish, potato, herbs, grilled bread.

US$16.00

Wedge Salad

Romaine heart, coconut ranch, furikake, pickled beets, torn garlic croutons.

US$14.00

Harvest Farm Salad

Endive, mizuna, frisee, rhubarb, radish, pecorino, citronette

US$14.00

Citizen Carpetbagger*

Beef filet, curry fried oysters, creamed baby kale, demi glace.

US$38.00

Slow Braised Shortrib Mole

Golden raisin & hazelnut mole, charred carrot salad, puffed wild rice.

US$29.00

Atlantic Cod Loin

Ritz cracker crumb, sugar snap peas, citron blanc.

US$27.00

Pork Ribeye* With Green Peppercorn Sauce

Spring plum, roasted purple sweet potato

US$28.00

Fish & Chips

Maine ‘dayboat’ fish, malt vinegar salt, remoulade, hand-cut fries.

US$26.00

Lamb Ragu Over Potato Gnocchi

Minted creme fraiche, grated pecorino, parsley.

US$26.00

Sirloin Burger* (10oz.)

10oz ground sirloin burger with choice of vermont cheddar or roquefort blue; applewood smoked bacon, LTOP on a brioche bun with hand cut fries.

US$21.00

Craic Burger*

10oz ground sirloin bacon cheeseburger topped with truffle oil, red wine demi glace, blue cheese butter, scallions; served with hand cut fries.

US$24.00

"What's The Craic?" Burger*

10oz ground sirloin bacon cheeseburger topped with truffle oil, red wine demi glace, blue cheese butter, scallions; served with hand cut fries.

US$24.00

MAINS

SIDES

Side Of Hand Cut Fries

Hand cut fries tossed with kosher salt and cracked black pepper.

US$8.00

Side Of Mixed Greens

Mixed lettuces, lemon citronette.

US$8.00

Toffee Bread Pudding

Baked Toffee Bread Pudding with Chocolate. Served with Whipped cream & caramel sauce

US$14.00

Frozen Coffee-Bourbon Meringata

Coffee ice cream, meringue, dark chocolate sauce, macerated black cherries

US$14.00

DESSERT

BRUNCH

CORNED BEEF HASH & EGGS

Corned beef & russet potato, two poached eggs, ciabatta

US$20.00

BOURBON BANANAS FOSTER WAFFLES

Liege-style waffle with pecans, clove ice cream, chantilly cream and berries

US$21.00

Citizen Carpetbagger*

Beef filet, curry fried oysters, creamed baby kale, demi glace.

US$38.00

Fish & Chips

Maine ‘dayboat’ fish, malt vinegar salt, remoulade, hand-cut fries.

US$26.00

Atlantic Cod Loin

Ritz cracker crumb, sugar snap peas, citron blanc.

US$27.00

Sirloin Burger* (10oz.)

10oz ground sirloin burger with choice of vermont cheddar or roquefort blue; applewood smoked bacon, LTOP on a brioche bun with hand cut fries.

US$21.00

Craic Burger*

10oz ground sirloin bacon cheeseburger topped with truffle oil, red wine demi glace, blue cheese butter, scallions; served with hand cut fries.

US$24.00

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