Everyone in Massachusetts knows that there are plenty of great restaurants and eateries throughout the state. Some of them are the best in New England. But like every state, there is one that has achieved a certain cult status. It's a restaurant that you can't pass up the opportunity to dine at if you get the chance, and it happens to be one of the oldest in the Bay State. And now it's being called the absolute must-try place in all of Massachusetts.

Popular lifestyle publication 24/7 Tempo set out to find the must-try restaurant in every state. When it comes to the must-try spot, it's easy to see why such an iconic establishment, one of the oldest in the state, would be considered for the designation.

What are the must-try restaurants in Massachusetts?

It may not be a big surprise that this special place is located in East Boston. And given the history of this establishment, it is definitely worthy of the title. The one restaurant in the Bay State that is not to be missed is Union Oyster House in Boston.

Here's what 24/7 Tempo had to say about Union Oyster House as one of Massachusetts' must-try restaurants:

One of Boston's most famous and historic restaurants, Union Oyster House is the city's oldest restaurant, drawing crowds since 1826. Housed in a pre-Revolutionary building, the restaurant has counted everyone from Daniel Webster to JFK as regulars – Kennedy even had a favorite booth. It has the best oyster bar in town (unchanged for over 100 years), as well as picture-perfect Beantown classics like creamy clam chowder, lobster, and baked fish.

As mentioned, it is one of the oldest restaurants in America, having opened in 1826. And how about some of their dishes? …

If you're in Boston, you know where to go. Maybe you'll have some time on the holiday weekend. After all, this is the must-try restaurant in Massachusetts. You can check out the menu at the link provided here.