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Catch Oyster Bar

4.5 (298 reviews)
ModerateSeafood
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Martha L.

Love this spot. We've been here 4 times and the food is always on point. It's tiny, so you may wait for a table (there's 2 regular sized and 2-3 two seater bar height tables) or you can eat at the bar. The fish tacos here are amazing, the apps are always great too (tuna nachos, Sicilian calamari, etc). It's truly a hidden gem and a go to spot for good fish and a relaxed environment.

Unbelievable meal every time! Service and the people are like family Small place looks busy but moves quickly so I grab a drink at bar and get a table in no time. Food is so fresh, new specials weekly consistently the best food I've ever eaten Must try!

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Chuck G.

This cute little oyster bar on a side street in Patchogue has amazing food. Great chowder, shrimp cocktail and Po' Boys. Service was great too. Can't wait to go back!

Vivene M.

First time here and I love this place! I sat at the bar with my friend and we ordered a couple of oysters and we had a lobster roll and filthy martinis. The service was OK. I loved the Caribbean music that they played. I would come back the oysters they had a lot of different types of oysters. They had fresh and salty and briney options for the oysters. check them out!

Scrumptious oysters
Tracy F.

Looking for a local joint that defines fresh catch from local(& some a little further) waters? Seafood prepared consistently very well then this is it!!! The cocktails and selection of ale/stouts are impressive too! If you're a fan of raw oysters(or cooked) it'll be difficult to go anywhere else after indulging here! Don't be surprised if you have to wait for a seat. It's not a big place, but certainly worth it!

Fried Calamari
Jessica B.

I had the opportunity to check out Catch on a Sunday afternoon. The place is on the smaller side, if I wasn't specifically looking for some where to have fresh oysters, I would have likely walked right past it. But for a small joint, it packs a big punch! We ordered a dozen fresh oysters and their fried calamari - both of which were excellent. Since it's on the smaller side, there's limited seating but we were fortunate to grab a seat at a high top right away. The service was quick and our server was friendly. This is a great place to have fresh oysters, a cold beer and watch the game. I can't wait to go back!

Swordfish bites and that stellar house-made vinegar for the freshest oysters
Marg G.

We sat at the bar and had an amazing meal. Oysters were so fresh and so clean and their house-made vinegar was PERFECT. I had the blackened swordfish appetizer which was cooked and seasoned to perfection - juicy and flavorful. Bartender was super friendly and helpful in picking the oysters for our tasting too. Looking forward to going back!!

A half dozen to start.
Jv Y.

After a nice sauna session a few doors down, we stopped in here for a light dinner. Did not disappoint! Lots of parking in the back, and this place is among several other places on the corner of Ocean and Main. It was pretty full, but we got seated in a cozy spot up front. Immediately drawn to the octopus salad, but also tried the tuna wrap. A half dozen oysters while wating. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the wrap was nice and packed. This might become a regular after-sauna spot. Water glasses were filled often, and the service was nice and cheerful.

Ang M.

One of the best food experiences I have had in a while. We sat at the bar and right from the start I knew that I was going to like my experience because of the bartender. Nice, friendly, and accommodating. Oysters are outstanding... many local selections to choose from, but get the "house" oysters called fire island blues. The lobster roll was 9/10 - the lemon aioli gave it a great freshness. I wanted to try the white wine on tap but the co2 was out. They had a good selection of taps and a great cocktail menu. Really good food and cute place.

Delicious cocktail, but I can't remember the name!

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This place rocks! Always a great meal. The octopus is a 10 first time having it can't wait to come back and have it again!

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Everything was great service, food, Drinks, really enjoyed ourselves will definitely continue to go don't change anything!

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Absolutely love this place. Amazing food, delicious martinis and super casual, everything I live for!

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They serve fried whole clams, and once or twice the Ipswitch fried clam bellies have been on the specials board

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