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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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

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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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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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

Bodega Bay Oyster - One dozen (11 ) Miyagi and one dozen Olympia (12) - Seafood Markets Near Me - Petaluma, California

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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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

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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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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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

Bodega Bay Oyster - Viewing from from back picnic tables - Seafood Markets Near Me - Petaluma, California

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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

Bodega Bay Oyster - Woodenhead French Colombard, 3 inch Dexter oyster knife and oysters from Bodega Bay Oyster Company - Seafood Markets Near Me - Petaluma, California

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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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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It's crazy that you can do a bad oyster in Bodega Bay or in the Bay Area in general. The oysters and mignonette were fine. The cooked oysters were broiled nicely, the bread was good. The finishing of the cooked oysters, tacos and crab cakes felt rushed and like little thought was put into it. read more

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We got the bbq oyster sampler with three "Japanese" and three "tequila lime" for $22 plus the small clam chowder for $14. The menu said the "Japanese" one was flavored with potato chips and green onion, but it was more like a sweet teriyaki sauce. My mom who is Japanese and from Japan said it didn't taste Japanese at all. I wasn't sure to be offended or not. The bbq oyster sampler ultimately did not impress. The tequila lime was more on the sour side with no hint of tequila, and I think it would have been better for the restaurant to just offer plain grilled oysters. We've done them on the grill ourselves in the past and we wanted something that would at the very least be one step better than what we could do on our own. The clam chowder was a bit pink with the bacon and paprika. Again we were hoping for something different and interesting with the price but the soup was just a bit odd. With all that said, service was polite enough, though we always feel a little weird as Asians traveling through this part of California. read more

Although I liked the gift shop, and the location, this establishment does not take its oyster shucking and serving seriously. Ranging $21-24 for half dozen oysters on half shelf, the oysters come w only Frank's hot sauce and a little of mignonette and quarter pieces of lemon. Large forks provided instead of oyster eating sized forks so can't get oysters out of shelf especially since they do not properly shuck them so they do not slide off. Oysters are not sitting in their natural oyster juice and are instead completely dry in shell and at room temperature when arrives to table. Oysters were not the freshest either and visible guts are dark brown. Seems quality is less important as they cater to tourists and do well due to location. read more

Came here for some barbecue oysters because I saw People recommending this place online. It was quite a nice place, it's like a oyster bar inside people sitting here having oysters and beer, really chill. I thought barbecue oysters might be too salty to me, the Japanese style BBQ oysters are a little bit too salty, they added some crunchiness in which is good adding different texture, but overall it might be just cooked for a little bit too long. But if you like cooked oysters and no 'sea' taste , definitely a place to check out. read more

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I'm not even an oyster person and I really enjoyed Bodega Bay Oyster Company! My husband wanted to come here for some raw oysters and clams. They didn't have clams due to the storms/weather that hit California in January, but we were informed they typically always have clams. My husband was struggling to shuck one of his oysters in their outdoor seating area when an employee came outside and helped him out. It was such a unexpected and extremely generous gesture. I feel like it's such a rarity to find genuinely kind people, and it really made my day. While perusing their Yelp page, I realized they also prepared grilled oysters (sold as six oysters on the half shelf. They also sell other items like chowder and tacos). Even though I typically dislike eating oysters, I figured I may as well try those while waiting for my husband to eat his raw ones. I ordered their taster plate so I could try each of the three various ways they flavored their grilled oysters: Poblano Crema, Thai Chile Lime, and Lemon Garlic Butter. Each were delicious! The flavors were really good and the texture had none of that slime that I hate when I've tried oysters other times. Highly recommend Bodega Bag Oyster Company for their above and beyond customer service and excellent oysters. Even if you don't like oysters, I'd recommend giving their grilled ones a try! read more

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First time trying raw oysters! Amazing experience albeit pricey. Not the type of spot you go to if you're super hungry. My favorite were the extra small. I went on a Monday and it was nearly empty unlike when we drive by on weekends. Seating inside was very comfortable. read more

Bodega Bay Oyster - Oyster sampler - Seafood Markets Near Me - Petaluma, California

Bring back the bbq onion sauce. Ask for Joe's BBQ sauce oysters! Yummy! Thanks, Joe!!

Great place to visit! Food was amazing. Staff very friendly and inviting. They explained every oyster . Very educational for us. Oysters were fantastic. Highly recommend! read more

i wanted to give constructive criticism: Perhaps lock the left side of the building so customers are forced to use the right side front door and they are stream lined and funneled to the dining area after ordering. maybe also have a door greeter who can make first time customers have a smooth experience. read more

Sometimes a business is too hyped up. Unfortunately this is one of them. While the food wasn't bad, it wasn't the greatest in terms of making the food yourself so I guess they makes me slightly biased already. $5 for 2 pieces of cheesy garlic bread which I expected to be small portions--check. Seafood chowder was a small bowl--too many chunky carrots and not even seafood--it was alright. Grilled oysters with lemon garlic butter--again, nothing out-of-this-world. Half a dozen of the small Miyagi--again, it was alright. Service was quick and friendly. Option to sit outside was nice along with self service for utensils and water. Nice variety of beer and wine but Probably won't be back. read more