Stopped at Bodega Bay Oyster on our way into town because we needed to use the restroom, and it ended up being a great little stop. They have a good selection of snacks and drinks for the beach, plus some cute gifts, sweaters, and shirts. I especially liked their little logo, really cute beach town vibe. The employee didn't really say much and just rang us up, but the store was clean, the bathroom was clean, and they had lots of fun things to look at while stopping in. Definitely a convenient spot to grab a few things before heading to the beach. read more

Ordered 1/2 dozen of their roasted garlic lemon butter and 1/2 dozen of their baked Rockefeller to share. The oysters were fresh, clean, decently sized, not gritty or overcooked, but if I had to choose my favorite was their roasted garlic lemon butter oysters Roasted Garlic Lemon Butter - we enjoyed these oysters the most and liked the garlic flavors and citrus taste from the lemon. The sauce mixture didn't overpower the oyster and was well-balanced Baked Rockefeller - if anything all we really tasted was spinach and didn't notice any bacon pieces and if so it prob got lost in all of the spinach that it was nowhere to be found. The breadcrumbs weren't crisp and was an afterthought too Service could be improved on as we weren't acknowledged when entering (we were the only ones in there at the time and lowkey felt quiet/awkward), the person who delivered our oysters was friendly though. Many different ways you can order oysters and they have different sizes too which is a plus. They have a little gift shop area and tables to sit at indoors or outdoors. If I were in the area, I wouldn't mind stopping here again but it wouldn't be my go-to. I'd prob try out other versions of their oysters and pass up on the Rockefeller next time. read more

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My wife and I stopped by Bodega Bay Oyster company spontaneously on the way to Bodega Bay. We pulled up at just the right time as their Happy Hour specials were just starting. The Happy Hour deals -- which is offered everyday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., simply can't be beat: $2 raw oysters, $3 grilled oysters, $5 crostinis, $4 bread and $8 beer and wine. We got an order of the crostinis along with two raw and two baked oysters. The kitchen here works quickly because our order was ready in no more than 10 minutes. The raw oysters come with their house mignonette and hot sauce and is served over a large mound of crushed ice. The type of oyster you get when ordering from their Happy Hour menu rotates daily but I forgot to note down which ones we had tried during our visit. The raw oysters were very fresh and came clean of shell fragments, but the connective muscle was still connected to the shell. The baked oyster was drowning in butter and packed a ton of flavor. Between the raw and baked, it's too hard to choose a favorite; I would recommend getting both. If you're ordering more than a few baked oysters, you'll probably want to get some bread to dip into the leftover butter. The crostinis we got were nicely toasted and was generously topped with jam and cheese. The crostinis are on the sweeter side so if you don't have a sweet tooth, it might be better to stick to their savory items. Overall, Bodega Bay Oyster Company is definitely worth a visit if you're on your way to Bodega Bay, either for a quick snack, picking up some fresh oysters to go, or just to stop by for a small driving break. Drive slowly as you approach the location on your GPS because the storefront is quite easy to miss on the side of the road. read more

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This place has been in my bookmarks for many years now. Never really got a chance to visit until recently. The inside of the store is cool, they have u ordering on one part of the restaurant then you sit on the other part of the restaurant. The place was sorta empty when we went, around a Saturday afternoon. Prices are pretty expensive for oysters (in my opinion) but are fresh and delicious. The place also didn't feel too cozy, maybe because it was just us in there so we kinda ate quick and left. If you are okay with these prices I think it would be a cool place to check out for the variety of oysters and freshness. read more

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So I came here for oysters on the 4th of July, and I got 50 medium miyagi for grilling and 50 small miyagi and 50 Kumamoto's for half shell. I was surprised that they have a huge variety of oysters for sale besides miyagi and Kumamoto. They provided ice for the oysters and small coolers as well. The woman at the counter was knowledgable and friendly, even told me a bit about the company's history. Which I loved! It's a family owned establishment and they've been around for many years. They have a dining room where you can eat at the bar or outside (dog friendly) They have a big menu but i didn't try the other foods this time because there was a little bit of a wait. I plan on revisiting and trying the variety they serve, next time i visit the oyster shop! ((: read more

This place is great for oysters to go and for dine in. I stopped for 4th of July and It was super busy but the cashier was very kind  and  answered all my questions about the menu and the different types of oysters they grow. They are all local to tomalas bay and i got the taster plate of raw oysters that was really tasty and fresh. I usually only eat grilled oysters but the raw sampler was recommended so i decided to try it and was not disappointed! so after trying the raw sample plate  I got the Kumamoto's to take home and they are my new favorite! Next time i visit bodega bay i will stop here again. read more

Dropped in for the oyster tasting and the happy hour "baked tequila oyster" and oh my, is this to die for. Give the baked oysters a try read more

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Never stopped here before but always wanted to. I wanted oysters to grill at home and i wanted to try the food at the restaurant. I had so many questions because i don't usually buy oysters. The woman at the counter seemed tired since it was so busy and she was the only one at the register but she was kind and answered all my questions and told me how to cook the oysters and what sauces were best. The people In the kitchen were friendly as well. The cashier recommended the fish taco and taster plate for raw and grilled which were both fantastic and fresh tasting. I got the medium miyagi to grill and the Homemade lemon garlic butter and they were fantastic and a big hit at home. Will most definitely come back soon! read more

Dropped in this afternoon for some oysters to go off busy Valley Ford Road. There are two sides to the establishment: the left is the restaurant side, the right seems more for takeaway. I was going to order a half dozen Kumamoto oysters when I saw a small handwritten sign with the words "happy hour." Happy hour always makes me happy. This was no exception as the oysters are $2 from 3:00 - 5:00 Sunday to Thursday, 3:00 - 6:00 Friday to Saturday. Score! I got eight shucked Atlantic oysters which came nicely presented on ice accompanied with lemon, mignonette sauce and a hot sauce. The taste was clean with a hint of brine, and although the shells were quite deep the oysters themselves were more on the flat side. I prefer a just squeeze of lemon (and I like to watch them squirm before I eat them, sadistic I know) however the mignonette sauce had fresh ingredients and added some texture. Service was quick and friendly. I would definitely come back! read more

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Stopped here twice during our stay in Bodega Bay. During our first stop, we got a dozen unshucked Kumamoto oysters and today got 50 to take home. They sell accoutrements in cute little glass jars for $5, as well as branded merch and gifts. Service was quick on both visits. The oysters were given to us in plastic bags and on ice; they were easy to shuck and super fresh. read more

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Raw oysters were fresh. Cooked ones were ok. Tuna sandwich was good. The pesto pasta was disappointing- small and bland and expensive. But very friendly and helpful staff. read more

There are lots of great oyster and seafood spots in Bodega Bay, and unfortunately this isn't one of them. The food was underwhelming for the price- I paid $10 for a fish taco that was average compared to something you could get from a local taqueria for much less. The biggest disappointment was undoubtedly the customer service. The cashier was extremely dismissive and rude, and from what I observed, she was noticeably less patient with customers who were people of color and whose first language wasn't English. This left a particularly negative impression, especially as a person of color myself. As someone with years of experience working front-facing food service jobs rooted in customer service, I take pride in my treatment of guests and I'm honestly surprised that the cashier even boasted about how she had been there for the past 9 years. Based on other customer reviews, it seems this particular cashier has been repeatedly rude to customers. While the business appears to respond to complaints, there doesn't seem to be any meaningful action taken to address the issue. Overall, this was an overpriced and unwelcoming experience, and I would not come here again. read more

We tried it for the first time today. We sat outside and ordered two types of the grilled oysters. Service was amazing. Everyone was friendly helpful and engaging. The oysters were just okay though. We got garlic butter and achiote butter. They were tiny oysters, unshucked so hard to eat, and really greasy. We will try it again since the reviews are so good. Maybe raw is the way to go. We will likely avoid the grilled though. read more

Brought my parents here and they enjoyed the oysters with my husband and I. They don't have the Japanese BBQ oysters which I enjoyed, so I got the baked Rockefeller and roasted garlic lemon butter, both very good. Definitely a must stop along the way to the coast. Very clean restaurant and staff are very friendly and helpful. read more

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Visited on a Tuesday and unfortunately the restaurant section was closed due to staffing shortage, but the woman working at the counter was very nice and even shucked the oysters we ordered while being the only person working!! Great customer service!! It was a sunny day, so we sat outside in the sun. They have many picnic tables with shade options as well. We ordered 1/2 dozen extra small Miyagi and 1/2 dozen Belon. Both were clearly very fresh and tasted good, but the Belon were the best oysters we have had in a while!! They come with 2 sauces, hot sauce and seasonal mignonette. You can order "to-go" and shuck them at home which is slightly cheaper and a nice experience! read more

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Sorry to say this was not a great experience. Stopped by on our way to camping in Bodega bay to grab some oysters to shuck at our campsite and share with friends. The first oyster I had was milky and nasty. It took an hour to get the foul taste out of my mouth, then spent half the next day running to the toilet. Never had this experience from Hog Island. The rest of the oysters seemed ok but not great. Just glad I was the Guinea pig and my kids didn't eat the nasty one. read more

Absolute disgusting experience yesterday, resulting in my husband and I needing to leave this establishment immediately. My husband and I came by yesterday around 1pm to purchase oysters. When we walked in, the female cashier was not friendly as we entered. As we came closer to look at the menu, the cashier was eating, putting food in her mouth. I thought that was pretty gross, for someone handling food and monetary transactions with customers. She continues to put more food in her mouth, then proceeds to start cleaning her teeth out with a toothpick. By this point, I want to throw up. As my husband is looking at the menu and starts ordering food, I point out what the cashier is doing and we immediately leave the establishment. I will absolutely not go back to this place after what my husband and I witnessed. This was incredibly unhygienic and unsanitary on every level. read more

Came for my mom's birthday weekend. Nice place to bring your own food and get some oysters which you can shuck yourself or you can buy shucked already. The oysters were good. About $5 a piece since we got the bigger ones. However, I had one oyster that was super sour which left me not wanting any more oyster. I do like the outdoor seating a lot! Was nice to sit outside as I brought my dog. Could be a little muddy if it just rained. read more

Stopped here on the way to our friend's home in Bodega Bay where the owners always stop by when they are in the mood for purchasing oysters. This retail and wine tasting location provided us with our purchase of 50 Kumamotos and 12 large oysters for grilling. Shucking all of them when we got home was a team effort for all which ended up being a lot of fun. They have all the condiments one needs for your oysters from spices, hot sauces, etc. as well as retail logo merchandise. The store has a separate area where you can purchase wine and also seating should you decide to taste wines that are available. read more

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I've tried crab cakes from all over east and west coast and these by far was the best dungeons crab quite delicious. Lightly pan fried. Not deep fried and greasy. The place is very clean in the back . My only complaint was the menu was quite limited. Nice quiet and romantic atmosphere. read more

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If you want fresh oysters , this is the place to come to. If you want stale, raggedy smelly oysters for $1.25 each , go to a dingy grocery store freezer lol You get what you pay for. We enjoyed our oysters, grilled to perfection, not over cooked and sooo fresh! We weren't expecting outstanding service. It's a place you order your food, you get a number, and they bring you your food. As the terminator once said: I'll be back!!!! Go try them, and expect to pay for the quality!! read more

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this is my second time here and it is still my favorite place for oysters, we came this time for a birthday party and it was ended up be the best plan, the place is huge they have a lot of tables outside to accommodate large parties, they even provide us with trash cans, and some other tools for the oysters, they do have indoor sitting in case you need it, also we try a few things from their menu and the clam chowder and tuna sandwich were delicious, drinks also were yum, they have siders and cab wine also very good. The staff is very helpful and friendly. read more

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Just a quick update about BYOB. In their FAQ, they say no outside food or beverages are allowed, however on a recent trip there was a sign offering corkage for $15, which suggests to me that perhaps bringing outside wine is allowed, provided you pay the corkage fee. If you're planning to do this, it's probably best to call and confirm first. Other than that, nothing much has changed about this place. The best value is still to buy the oysters closed and to bring your own shucker and mignonette/condiments. $16/dozen for XS miyagis and $22/dozen for kumamotos as of Jan 2025. read more

California Miyaki, Kumamoto, Atlantic, and Belon oysters were all very fresh, tasty and unique in their own ways. Will definitely spend a bit more to buy Belon next time. The oysters are very meaty and clean after we clean, shack and rinse with salt water. The staff was very friendly. We asked quite a lot of questions with th different types and she patiently answered us. She knows her oysters. Will definitely come back to try the clams and mussels. They were sold out. Was onw the way from Bodega Bay. Was going to drive to Marshall to our regular place at Tomales Bay Oyster Company. Stabled upon Bodega Bay Oyster and stopped. What a pleasant surprise. Nice little store, very clean, organized and bright. read more

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We went there August 16th. The cashier that took our order has an attitude. She was on her phone texting for few minutes while we were standing in front of her. Ignored our questions and follow up questions on the type of oysters we had. We ordered one dozen of each type. The Miyagi oyster isn't worth it. The Olympia is the best bet. read more

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I took some oysters home and shucked them that day after bringing them home on ice. I got food poisoning.

Great service. Great food. Dog friendly and clean bathrooms. They have inside and outside seating as well. read more

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Great stop on the way back to the city after a long day of hiking! Right when you get in, you're invited into a cute souvenir store and the counter to order your food. We arrived around 2PM on a Saturday, and we were surprised that a couple of things had already sold out. We ordered for dine-in, although you can order oysters to-go with a shucking set to shuck your own oysters. We had small miyagi, Kumamoto, and Olympia oysters, as well as the Japanese bbq and I think the lemon butter grilled oysters. We also got some garlic bread and shrimp tacos to share. The oysters were delicious and very refreshing. I enjoyed the Kumamotos and miyagis the most, as well as the Japanese bbq grilled oysters. I was a bit sad that they were sold out of the chowder though. ): read more

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Came for Oysters and got what we wanted. Always fresh and tasty. You can even eat them there once you order (eat outside). Make sure you bring your own tools, towels and accompaniments. Can't speak to ambiance bc we didn't stay long enough. Everyone was nice and helpful. read more

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Great quality oysters! We each did the 6 piece raw oyster taster plate which comes with 1 of each type of oyster with some condiments. It came all shucked and the service was fast. I love that they also have a little market where you can buy cheese/cold meats/wine/canned fish/etc. and eat them with your oysters. There's seating inside and picnic tables outside as well. Though I would recommend sitting inside if you're not used to the cow smell. read more

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Excellent. Food, oysters and service. Best tuna I have ever had! One bad thing, they need to work on procedures on for purchasing and where to pick up the drinks. One part of building is for ordering and other side for dinning and picking up the drinks. We eat outside, supper beautiful but we had to track down the drinks. Signage would help, but other than that the experience was well worth the trip! read more

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The early bird gets the worm but a hungry dude's gets the Oyster! I got the clam chowder and it was delicious and flavorful. Big bites nevertheless and spoon full of creamy goodness. The 6pack of oysters with the lean on butter were delicious and went down smooth. Yummy . This place is a gem and clean. The service was great, thank you Addy and Savanna for the quick service and hospitality. read more

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Quality of oysters is always great and worth the 2 hour drive. However, customer service is unfortunately lacking. We usually pick up our bag of oysters and picnic outside and mind our own business. There has been more than 1 visit with unpleasant interactions with staff. I usually don't complain but the most recent visit is the last straw. The front register staff are usually pleasant at the bare minimum, not personable but will check you out without hassle. The dining staff in the back however are rude. They don't like to be approached or bothered. They are not friendly, and just give you attitude and dirty looks. For those that are planning to visit, just be prepared for a mixed inconsistent type of customer service but the oysters are still phenomenal. read more

Stopped by here on the way back from a day of crabbing, was excited for oysters on the half shell, but ended up ordering some other items. The seafood chowder wasn't that great, costs $14. Garlic bread was $5 for legit a slice of bread, just okay. Pickles were super sour, $8. Lobster roll was not lobster but crawfish. Also kind of mid, $18. Other than the oysters, don't order anything else here. Pretty disappointing. $20 for 1/2 dozen of Miyagi's $24 for 1/2 dozen of Belon's Probably better to pick up the bags of oysters and shuck them at home read more

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Let's hear it for Joe!! What an amazing guy and chef!!! The oysters are amazing and we had the Brie which was awesome as well!!! 5 star and highly recommend saying hi to Joe while you're there!!! read more

Food, service and ambiance went very well. Koranic oysters that were vey fresh. Fair pricing and lots of bric brac for sale

I shucked thousands of bodega Bay oyster Company oysters when I was working at Trillium Winebar & Taproom and I have to say they are always fresh and delicious full of delicious liquor! Since I left Trillium I've picked up their oysters for special events like the prostate awareness foundation spring retreat and the event coming up over the weekend- Oyster Obsession and Bivalve Bingo that's happening at Woodenhead winery. The extra smalls pair beautifully with the 2023 French Colombard, so that's what we will be pouring. The folks at Bodega Bay Oyster Company run a good business with St wonderful staff. I'm a total fan!!! read more

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I came in on 11/11/24 around 9:30am and got 50 piece of the small miyagi oysters and 24 piece of the medium miyagi oysters. They were all fresh and delicious! I also purchased a pair of their gloves ($10) and shucker tool ($20). However, I noticed that after using the shucker tool to shuck all the 50 oysters, it chipped. I'm bummed out by it because the tool was expensive! The tool was great and I was able to open my oysters for the family but just sad that upon my first time using it, it chipped. Overall, I would come back if I'm ever in the area to come buy oysters! read more

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We've been here before and unfortunately this time it was not what we had been expecting. Ordered a dozen for there so shucked... we got it essentially all shoved into a to go box as we were sitting outside enjoying a beer and cider we purchased there. None and I repeat none of the oysters were actually shucked. They were just served with the top shell off... we went and got a knife to shuck them ourselves. I bunch from the top shell being removed from had a bunch of shell parts in them. Not to mention the staff barely even acknowledged we existed. Would expect a better experience in general here. They just seemed not to care. read more

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Had some tasty oysters from here, I am not an oyster person but my family that did enjoy it loved them. So def go for the raw oysters! I myself and some other family members had the cooked oysters and some other items since we didn't want raw oysters. These were quite overpriced and tasted quite OK. The garlic butter oysters were quite delicious and well seasoned whereas the Japanese flavored ones were way too salty. We also got garlic bread (meh), shrimp tacos (way too much sauce and few shrimp), salmon bagels (standard), and clam chowder (too thick and overpowered by black pepper). Def recommend if you like raw oysters but if not pass! If you don't like them, bring your own food and have a picnic on their lawn with someone who does love oysters. read more

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