The drinks and food were all amazing. Bartender was awesome. Love the happy hour vibe.

Over the weekend I had the pleasure of dining at Dock's. The atmosphere was lovely. The restaurant is multiple levels. Plenty of seating. Coastal chic is the vibe. The even had a piano player. My party was a table of 13. Our waiter was patient, fast and courteous. The food was delicious. Everything I tried was tasty! I had the following: Clams and oysters on the half shell- fresh, juicy and delightful. Clams casino-nicely size and savory. Loved the addition of peppers. Red snapper- very good. Fish was prepared awesomely over a bed of jambalaya. My only gripe, give a little more rice. Salmon and shrimp- The salmon was perfectly done. The shrimp,rice and sauce pairing set this dish off. In all my party was impressed with the food and service. Would definitely stop in on my next visit. read more

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Visited Atlantic City for two weeks in June. Having tried on two separate occasions to get a seat at the bar for happy hour at sister restaurant The Knife and Fork Inn and failing, we made plans to go to Dock's Oyster House and got there 15 minutes before opening. We were first in line, in the rain under the awning and got seated right away at the bar, as soon as they opened the doors. Unfortunately I wasn't ready to order yet and the bartender got busy with other folks for a VERY LONG TIME before coming back to indecisive me. At least she explained she would get everyone's drinks made first, then come back for food orders. The place is insanely busy and it all happens at once, so I understand they have to have a system to manage everything. But she was quite abrupt and brusque. Settling on a classic old fashioned $15, while husband ordered a sters uinness draft $11. Drinks are not discounted but all the appetizers are heavily discounted. Then began the feast. Had to try a smoked fish dip, popcorn, mussels, a clam chowder and a crab corn chowder. We had the grilled oysters, ordered two Rockefeller and two champagne. Also some fried oysters with marinara and buffalo. Whatever came out first was eaten! $75 later, we were stuffed! Popcorn with sea salt, black pepper and Sriracha dust packed a punch but was good filler to soak up the Old Fashioned. Smoked fish dip was fairly ordinary and came with saltines, pitas and some sad looking celery and carrots. I brought my GF rice crakers to supplement. Oyster plate was a pretty display with all four types we ordered arranged nicely on one platter. Standard Rockefeller preparation, two with champagne and leeks (bland), two fried buffalo and two fried marinara. All tasty bites! Hubby loved the mussels in red sauce which he ordered spicy. Great for dunking the bread into! The crab and corn soup didn't come out till time for dessert, we really shouldn't have been charged for it. Our bartender didn't even know it was missing. Creamy and sweet, I did enjoy it though. The Maine clam chowder was a beautiful thing to see, with five open whole clams on top of a thick creamy soup. The lady next to me ordered the lobster Mac and cheese, and I had to take it's picture too. Stuffed into a lobster shell, very unique! The bar was bustling and we didn't stay for a second drink. No leftovers but good memories! read more

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We had been big fans of Knife + Fork, so we were eager to try the group's Dock's Oyster House restaurant as well. Our rideshare pulled up in front of the place, which was on the main thoroughfare of Atlantic Avenue, though I would not say that it seemed like the safest area. Thankfully, the place offered valet parking to those who needed it. As we entered the historical building, I had expected to see a similarly quaint interior, but it had clearly been renovated. It was more like a modern inn, balancing accent walls of exposed brick with contemporary light fixtures. The bar was completely packed with diners and imbibers, and there was an elegant pianist curating a live playlist for everyone. We were escorted to our table on the other side of main floor, where we were served by the fantastic, Taz, who was friendly, engaging, and helpful. Before we placed our orders, we were given large, sesame semolina rolls, which had a crisp crust and fluffy interior. Each table was also adorned with a giant bowl of homemade oyster crackers, which were a touch dry and benefitted from a small spoonful of chopped horseradish, which was displayed next to the crackers. I enjoyed these treats with a Mijente Tequila with Club Soda for a reasonable $12. From there, we progressed right to our entrees. I decided to go with the nightly special of Macadamia-Crusted Halibut, which was perfectly tender and had a hint of sweetness on its own. It was then topped with a chunky mango salsa and a creamy pineapple-mango sauce to kick that sweetness up a notch. However, that was also offset by its plating with more earthy sides of sauteed spinach and well-seasoned rice pilaf. The dish was fantastic and should really be on the menu all of the time. My companion went with the 12-ounce Filet Mignon, which was presented without that crust most of us enjoy, but the meat itself was like butter; it was tender, juicy, and clearly of excellent quality. The steak was a generous size to begin with, but it also came with Yukon gold mashed potatoes, a few onion rings, and some stalks of asparagus. It was a phenomenal deal for $52, and my partner could not stop raving about how great it all tasted. Lastly, we simply had to give their dessert options our consideration and went with the Bailey's Chocolate Mousse. While the texture was nice, and there was a thin layer of chocolate cake underneath the whipped mousse, it tasted more like standard milk chocolate than the Irish Cream liqueur. It was rather mild, but barely worth acknowledging it as a flaw after what was otherwise such a fabulous experience. Our dinner at Dock's Oyster House was so delicious, that we started planning our next meal there before we even paid the check! I would definitely recommend giving the place a shot. read more

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I made a reservation in advance since the restaurant tends to book up quickly. Despite having a reservation, we still waited about 10 minutes to be seated. We were a party of two and were seated toward the very back of the restaurant, which wasn't the most ideal location. Our waitress was pleasant and friendly, but she appeared to be managing several tables at once, which I felt affected the overall level of attentiveness. We ordered the Rockefeller oysters, lobster tail, and one of the fish specials. The food was good overall, but nothing particularly stood out or wowed us. One disappointment was that the Rockefeller oysters contained bacon, we do not eat bacon, but unfortunately, our waitress did not make us aware that it was included in the dish after stating that wasn't something we wished to eat. Overall, it was a decent experience, but compared to my first visit, there were a few areas that could use improvement. read more

Dock's Oyster House - Seafood Near Me - Atlantic City, New Jersey

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The same owners of Knife and Fork and it shows! Such amazing seafood and I got to try a bunch of new things! The place was beautiful but it does get crazy right at open for happy hour at the bar so make sure youre there early if you want that. There's literally a line waiting... We started off with the Shrimp Ceviche. It was super flavorful and tasted very fresh. Then we got the Grilled Octopus and it was FABULOUS! The flavor just encased your mouth when you take a bite. Its not overly chewy and the beans underneath made a great addition to each bite you took. I had NEVER tried oysters before and I finally mustered up the courage and tried one and im glad i did. It was delicious and im so glad they allow you to try just one so you don't waste money if its not your thing. The server was so nice to offer because I told her id never tried one. After that we tried the Maine and Manhattan Chowders. Both were super yummy and had a great taste and a good amount of clams.... another thing I had never tried before... WORTH IT. Then came the main course. I got the Flounder and Crab while my boyfriend got the Brazino. Both were so delicious and so light and yummy. I honestly can't say one thing i did not like about the food at this place. It was all so good. To finish off dinner, we got the Creme Brulee and an English Coffee to share. Again AMAZING. If you're ever down in Atlantic City, this place is a MUST GO! read more

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For years I have been hearing about the infamous Docks Oyster house and finally had the chance to check it out with my husband and father. For starters- this place easily had one of the best blue cheese dirty martinis I have had in a while- my husband ordered an old fashion and it was also perfectly made. My favorite thing on the menu had to be the octopus- just wow, I could easily order two of those- make a meal out of it and be completely satisfied- phenomenal. Oysters were fresh and the calamari was also delicious. My husband ordered the lamb and I would say it was also top tier. I ordered the steak and lobster- the lobster was fantastic but the steak tasted very gamey for me- as much as I love gamey I wasn't in the mood for that taste right there and then. Overall I would go back again in a heartbeat- great service, great food and a lovely experience. read more

Happy Hour Review Preface: My wife and I were visiting AC to celebrate her birthday. As frequent visitors to AC, I'm a bit embarrassed that we've never been before but here we are. Before I get into the details, I'll simply say this place is SPECTACULAR!!! I was thoroughly impressed by the ambience, food, relative affordability (for seafood), and customer service. Additionally, we were so impressed that we came back the next day for another Happy Hour! This will be a long winded review because Dock's deserves the accolades and future potential diners! Oyster on the Half Shell ($1.50 each): Incredible, clean tasting oysters. I prefer a brinier oyster but I can't ignore the quality and freshness.. It was served with lemon, horseradish, and a homemade vinegar mixture. I asked for tabasco on the side. As mentioned earlier, I do prefer a brinier oyster but these oysters were a clean palate for you to customize as you please. Regardless of your oyster preference, order a few to start off your experience. Broiled Oysters ($1.75 each): There were two options: Rockefeller or Champagne Leak. We only ordered 2 (Champagne Leak) because we wanted to explore more of the Happy Hour Menu. The broiled oysters were presented on the half shell with what looked like a creamy leek infused sauce. Beautiful flavor! Fried Oysters ($1.75 each): They offered 4 different types: plain, buffalo, parmesan, and wasabi encrusted. I loved them all. We ordered 2 of each and it was served with tartar sauce. All 4 offered different flavor profiles. The Plain sounds boring but it's the perfect vessel for you to dress it as you please. The Parm was one of my favorite bites here. It was breaded, fried, and topped off with cheese and red sauce. It was fabulous. I can't give an honest review of the Wasabi and Buffalo fried oyster as my palate was bombarded with multiple plates, condiments, and drinks at the same time. Fried Calamari ($7.25): Simple, fresh, delicious. Although fried, it didn't come out greasy. Simple breading or flour dusted and fried served with lemon and cocktail sauce. No curve balls with this fried calamari. Lobster Mac and Cheese ($11): Beautifully presented Mac and Cheese served on top of a half split lobster. Great traditional casserole style Mac and Cheese (in taste, not presentation). Bits of lobster incorporated as well. It's a nice change of pace from oysters galore.I understand it's lobster but for the most expensive item on the Happy Hour Menu, I expected a little bit more meat. Tuna Tacos ($7.75): Star of the Show! Raw tuna chunks are diced and served in crispy wonton tacos. The crispy wonton had an incredible crunch. Wonderful upfront flavor but it doesn't stop there. There are back notes of something I can't pinpoint...a touch of wasabi and/or sesame oil??? I honestly can't tell you but it brings such a complexity to the dish. This is a must order. Even if you don't like raw fish, please do yourself a favor and try it! My favorite bite of 2026!! Ambience: old school but upgraded and grand design. Beautifully stocked upstairs and downstairs bar. The pianist played classic music. Customer Service: although we weren't seated. The bartender accommodated us to stand on the side of the bar, he told us it was against policy to serve food to standing customers (understandable) but he obliged. The bartender's name was Joe. Excellent bartender/server. Overall: we were so impressed we told ourselves that we had to come back the next day and we did. Day 2 food reviews below. TOTAL: $141.58 + $30 tip, 4 alcoholic drinks ordered. Day 2 Food Review House made Meatballs ($6.25): Great choice if you want to switch up away from seafood. Great presentation with 3 meatballs drenched in red sauce and topped with a Parmesan crisp. Overall it was tasty but I prefer a slightly sweeter red sauce. Deviled Eggs ($6.25): The Deviled Eggs here are topped off with a fried oyster. I'm a huge texture guy and traditionally deviled eggs are a mushy hot mess but here the crispy fried oyster is the perfect contrast. Served with a honey drizzle. Will order again! Clams Casino ($6.50): Clams topped off with charred red and green bell peppers and bacon. Aesthetically beautiful and colorful. More importantly, it was delicious. Notes of bacon are felt but surprisingly the charred peppers come through with a slight sweet profile. Mini Crab Cakes ($7.75): Traditional crab cake with a red pepper sauce. Good serving size, good amount of crab, and very little filler inside. No frills, must order. Steam Mussels Marinara ($8.75): Mussels served over a red sauce. Served with garlic bread on the side. The garlic bread was the unsung hero of this dish. Great garlic and butter flavor. The bread stands tall against the flavorful mussels and red sauce. Customer Service: Harry was our barbartender and looked like he was enjoying his time. All the staff truly provided great service. Total: $181.17 + $40 tip, 6 alcoholic drinks ordered. read more

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This place is incredible, if your a seafood eater it's a must try. Everything was cooked great had great flavor and was just hands down amazing. The atmosphere is really nice it reminds me of a cruise ship. They have a huge bar and the restaurant is huge. First we started off with the oysters and they were amazing I love raw oysters and these were super fresh. Then we got the Clams Casino and they were one of the best Iv ever had, the flavor was on point the peppers were perfect and has lots of flavor, the bacon was cooked great as well. The clam itself was perfect not chewy at all just a great choice. The Grilled octopus was very good. Super tender great flavor and the beans are a great touch gives it another burst of flavor that just works and tastes great. We then shared the docks seafood fry and yes that picture is a shared portion of it which is a lot of food and let me tell you that was AMAZING. First off the tartar sauce was one of the best Iv ever had it's got a dill pickle flavor that I absolutely loved. The shrimp was breaded and cooked perfectly as well as the piece of fish and they had soo much flavor. The crab cake was perfect as well I love crab cake and this one is up there with one of the best iv ever had. The service was great there are a ton of servers and they constantly check up on you and the food and I love that. All in all it was a great experience and I will definitely be coming back when visiting Atlantic City. read more

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"A Touch Of Class !" Dock's Oyster House in Atlantic City is a must try for seafood lovers who find themselves in AC for a little spring/summer fun. The atmosphere is extremely classy and bubbling with activity throughout the establishment. Once you enter Dock's there's no question you instantly understand the rich tradition that makes this restaurant a class above the rest. I wanted something that was fitting for true celebration of parenthood as a father. I ordered the 2oz stuffed lobster tail and the corn & crab soup. The lobster was absolutely amazing... juicy, and stuffed with seasoned crab imperial. The corn and crab soup was hot and served as a great kick start to an awesome solo date. Dock's oyster selection was amazing and left me thinking about grabbing another dozen of the meaty, sweet-salty oysters I tried.Im planning another trip to AC at the beginning of August, and it's no question I'll be reserving a table at Dock's Oyster House the first night I'm there !!! read more

Dock's Oyster House - Amazing !!! - Seafood Near Me - Atlantic City, New Jersey

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We come here every year over the last 5 years. Great vibe, just try not to get up stairs as its like a barn. I see this place has reduced in quality over the last few years. Last year my friend had the crab augratin and it was stank, and the staff seemed not to care. This year I got the Main soup and the clam was black. Stained my shirt, I got a new one that had no flavor but no color the compensation. To review the rest... Staff and vib were were nice. The aps where nice but the seafood Tower seemed old and dry. The dinners were ok... I had the Bronzino and it was flavorless, the others had scallops at $45 a clip and crab meat added for another $12 and still just ok for $57. I use to love this place but will never go back again. read more

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Made reservations for dinner before a show. We were seated immediately and greeted by Shannon our server. Started off with fried calamari, tuna tartare, and a 1/2 dozen Blue Point oysters. The food came out quick. The calamari was crispy and salted perfectly. The tuna was fresh and the oysters were excellent. For dinner we ordered the Tuna and the lobster roll. The tuna was prepared rare and melted in your mouth, and the lobster roll was just the right portion with a buttered roll and crispy fries. Our service and food were excellent!. The parking on the side of the restaurant was terrific. Can't wait to come back for happy hour! read more

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Definitely have a reservation if you're planning to come to this spot. We had a late dinner reservation and pretty much every seat in the house was full. We started with the fish dip and appetizer sampler. Then we had the clam and corn/crab chowders followed by the fish of the day and crab cakes. The main entrees were a little disappointing but the standouts were the corn/crab chowders followed and the fish dip. read more

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Came here for dinner while here for a conference. Sat down and served water and ordered drinks. Rolls with butter served. Ordered shrimp cocktail and fried calamari as an appetizer. Very good. Ceaser salad , manhattan clam chowder, con chowder and main clam chowder all served. Everyone liked their soups with real clams served. Our entrees which took a very long time to come were all very good. Fried seafood platter, salmon special, stuffed flounder and soft shell crabs. Dessert was the banana cream pie which is always great. Ambiance was very nice. Will be back next year. read more

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Met some friends for a Wednesday evening dinner. Shannon was a great waitress. We ordered several plates, apps, and drinks. I had the pecan crusted salmon. Delish We had the seafood tower, oysters were really good 2 Bathroom stalls Street parking read more

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Stopped in for happy hour which started at 4pm! A line was already forming at 330, it was insane how many people filled up so quickly ! We sat at the bar of course , they took our drink order and eventually came for our food order. We basically ordered everything on the happy hour menu to try , I mean it all sounded so delicious might as well! The corn and crab soup wasn't exactly that good , it was a little cold when it came to me which was a bit disappointing. The fried oysters and mac cheese were very good! They did forget to bring out my calamari which was the main thing Jew as looking forward to . Sucks it came out at the end where I got full and couldn't enjoy it as well. read more

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Dock's Oyster House, a stalwart since 1897, still whispers old Atlantic City as you step inside -- piano and raw bar upon entry, woods and ornateness, and a merman sign glowing under warm light, evoking salty tales of the sea. The seafood tower arrived regal on crushed ice: briny oysters, plump shrimp, sweet clams, cracked lobster, and a zesty ceviche crown. Fresh lobster gleamed crimson perfection. Branzino, crisp-skinned and lemon-kissed, nestled on quinoa beside vibrant greens. Yet the true revelation was the Maine clam chowder--clams proudly in shell, broth cream-tinged yet restrained, never heavy, a harmonious dance of ocean and shellfish. A dessert I'll forever remember - Joe's Cheese Pie. Decadent and delightful. Service, merely adequate, tempered the joy. Still, Dock's delivers timeless delight for the discerning palate. read more

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We made our annual trip to the best restaurant in AC and we're not disappointed. Everything was fantastic-wait time less than 5 minutes, service was excellent our waitress Julia was attentive and helpful with recommendations and explanations. We were never rushed as our family group spent over 2 1/2 hrs chatting. Drinks were delicious and well prepared. Food was fantastic- raw oysters, beet salad, Alaskan halibut, flounder and blackened red snapper. We even had a table tucked in the corner as requested so we could all hear better. Love this place. read more

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We came for the happy hour madness and had a pleasant time. Amazing customer service. Good food and this place is booming. Our only complaint is the couple hawking for our table kept trying to force conversation and was standing oddly close the ENTIRE time. We ordered the following: Crab corn chowder: 10/10 incredible! Oysters Rockefeller: 7/10 overcooked Champagne oysters: 7/10 pretty good. Different taste for sure. Buffalo oyster: 8/10 creative and good Parmesan oysters: 9/10 my favorite oyster Buffalo cauliflower: 10/10 I love a good cauliflower Smoked fish dip: 6/10 pass. I don't like it cold, didn't get to warm it up at home. Clams casino: 8/10 very good Fried calamari: 7.5/10 super light/no crisp. Fresh. Mini crab cakes: 6/10 decent but could've not ordered Lobster Mac n cheese: 4/10 lobster was good, Mac and cheese part was missing the cheese. read more

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Spot on and one of our favourites when in AC. Food and service make it a worthwhile visit. Snapper crudo Lump crab Potato crusted flounder Salmon Joe's pie read more

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What can you say about a place that has been around for over 100 years old. Excellent service, excellent food! This is the place in Atlantic City for oysters!! Great happy hour and a piano bar to boot read more

We went to Docs in Atlantic City Sept 2nd 2026. Had a great wait staff and a very very awesome helper/runnner/ bus boy. Always smiling and hard worker. Food was great. Had the fried beets, NY strip, scalloped crab. Drinks great and a very nice vibe the whole time. There 2 hrs and it was busy the whole evening. read more

Dock's Oyster House - Scalloped crab and our drinks - Seafood Near Me - Atlantic City, New Jersey

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If you want good seafood while in Atlantic city or in the South Jersey area, this is the place! They have amazing and fresh seafood dishes here. They're open for lunch and dinner, but we always go for their happy hour! They have one of the best happy hours we've eaten at! They can get really busy and people tend to line up anywhere from 30-60 minutes before opening up depending on the weather, season and day. Happy hour is first come first serve seating by the bar area. They offer free valet parking there. There is street parking, but it's limited. The servers were really kind and patient, and made sure our groups were comfortable and accommodated! They decorate a little bit during the holidays which made my dinner date with my wife romantic. They have a nice selection of cocktails and beverages. Alcoholic beverages aren't on the happy hour specials menu, but they are all delicious and pair well with the dishes. We always order their oysters on the half shell. Always fresh and juicy. You have to try the champagne leek broiled oysters! We get them every time! The clams casino, tuna tacos and steam mussels were good and flavorful. They have other tasty dishes on their entree menu you can order depending on what you're in the mood for. They are a little pricy but well worth it! Highly recommend! read more

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Amazing dinner! Everything we had was fantastic and our favorite was the soft shell crab. It was plump, fresh and cooked to perfection. Everything else was a close second from the fresh oysters, corn and crab chowder, appetizer sampler and the scallop ceviche. What made the meal was the service provided by Paz and the crew! Paz was exceptional in his recommendations and they even split our dishes for two from the chowder to our soft shell crab entree. We will be back to try other items on the menu! read more

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Stopped at Docks on a Sunday for happy hour before heading home from the beach and so glad we did! The happy hour menu is great. The food was amazing and perfect sharing size for 2-3 people. The meatballs and crab cakes were so good and would go again just for those. We also got the Caesar and house salad, mussels, and hummus. There was live music which was a nice touch. It was packed and we got the last few seats at the bar, so plan for that. The valet parking was a nice touch! Staff was super friendly as well and made the experience even better. read more

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Great food and service it's the signature AC restaurant! The oldest family owned seafood restaurant in the country!

Be carful what you order ! Lobster Mac and cheese isn't what your order Only Mac and cheese with our lobster read more

This place is very very good. Everything we had was so good. Service was amazing. Love the ambiance of the seafood house. Oysters were the best I have had in a while. Ceviche was ultra fresh. read more

Dock's Oyster House - Seared Sea Scallops - Seafood Near Me - Atlantic City, New Jersey

Love this place. Great happy hour, get there at 3 to get in the line that forms on weekends. Low lit with live piano music, this is a great hidden gem in ac. Food is good, could switch up the menu. read more

Dock's Oyster House - Clams Casino Tuna Tacos Blue Points Cape May Salts Oysters on the 1/2 Shell Lobster Mac n Cheese Dock's House Salad - Seafood Near Me - Atlantic City, New Jersey

I had high expectations for this place but was disappointed with the service. Our server was good however the whole service was a mess. When they brought out the appetizers we had ordered oysters, the food runner did not tell us which oysters was what. He just left our apps on the table and left. We overlooked that seemed like he was busy and maybe forgot. Not even half way through our appetizers our entree came out. We were very confused because it's not like we were half way through our apps, we just took like 2 bits. Once we finished the appetizers they did not clean off our table, they just brought out the entree. Once the manager checked in with our table we told her the situation, she did apologize and comp us our dessert. That was nice but the overall experience was ruined. As for the food. I wanna say it was good not great. The fried oysters was nothing special, I got both buffalo and wasabi, if I had to choose the wasabi had more flavor than the buffalo. The scallops ceviche was flavorless but they did use nice chunks of scallops. My salmon entree was tasty however I found the salmon to be overcooked, it's probably because they took back our entree and left it under a heat lamp. Suffice to say I have mixed feelings about this place and that's why I'm giving this place a 3 star rating. If they work out their service issues this could be a good place. read more

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While visiting AC during our spring break, we knew we were going to visit Dock's. We went two years ago and we had such a great time talking with Chef Stefan....we had to do it again! We went for happy hour the first day we went...yes we went twice in one week! Happy hour was packed so get there early. We enjoyed the pianist who kept the ambiance fun! We dined on oysters on the 1/2 shell (10/10), oysters Rockefeller (9/10), deviled eggs w/ fried oysters (8/10), mini crab cakes (10/10), & cucumber gin martinis (10/10). Chef came by our table, caught up, & took pictures. He sent out bowls of lobster chowder. This chowder was hands down our favorite!! Ask for it, because it's not on the menu. read more

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Hands down THE BEST OYSTERS I've ever had, no exaggeration. I'd heard that Dock's was legit and I've seen the line of ppl waiting along the sidewalk and into the parking lot waiting for the doors to open. I have to admit, I thought it was overhyped. After experiencing Docks's myself, I now understand why it has the reputation it has. One word.... Fantastic. I started with 6 oysters and ended up downing 18 by myself ON TOP of eating dinner... they were THAT good. Love the airy space yet intimate feel in this large restaurant. Service was awesome as my waitress helped me to select some of the best things on the menu, from cocktails, to the octopus, the assortment of oysters all the way thru the main course and the chocolate cake for dessert, another gem. Great spot and a must have if you are ever in the Atlantic City area! read more

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While it was pandemonium at 5:00 pm as many others like ourselves were trying to get a table at the bar before the 4-6pm happy hour ended, we were lucky enough to fall into a two top table by the window. I really would not have wanted to be the couple at the table in the middle of the chaos of people waiting, paying and looking for tables. The happy hour menu is awesome, all the food is fantastic and the wait staff are on point. Come armed with your patience and a kind heart, but come. It is a must not miss spot in a deteriorating tourist location. read more

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Dock's never disappoints. Year after year, the best of the best in AC. Arlene, you are missed.

If I could go to Docks everyday I would. Truly an Atlantic City staple but also such an amazing dining experience overall. The bartenders are the best and their food is phenomenal. Could not recommend this place enough. read more

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Stopped by Dock's Oyster House in Atlantic City for happy hour from 4 pm to 6 pm, and it's one of my favorite happy hour spots there. The half-price menu makes it a great deal. Just a heads up -- people start lining up before they open and there are only limited bar seats for happy hour, so once the doors open you'll want to grab a seat quickly. The bartender was friendly and welcoming even when the bar filled up fast. I've also tried the Dock's location in Manhattan, but the happy hour menu there is different and honestly not nearly as good. The only reason I tried that one was because it's part of InKind, while the Atlantic City location unfortunately isn't. We spent about $100 including tips, which felt reasonable for food, drinks, and the atmosphere. The live piano music added a really nice classic vibe. Highly recommended if you're visiting Atlantic City and want a fun happy hour with great seafood deals read more

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Sat at the bar. Late night and food and service is always good! Watched the game at the bar - impeccable service read more

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Really loved my experience here. Fresh seafood, great service, terrific atmosphere. This is worth a visit anytime you're in AC. I know I'll be coming back next time I find myself in town. read more

Always a hit! I've been coming here for years. As has my family. Can't come to AC with out stopping here! Take an uber from your hotel. You won't regret it. This is classic AC. Food is always TOP. Staff always goes above and beyond. We got the lobster chowder. It's was packed with veggies, I was not expecting that but it was delicious. Nothing like a lobster bisque which is what I really wanted but they did not have. The oysters were really great. Definitely get a bunch of different kind. I got the lamb chops those were always my favorite go to. My partner got the ny sirloin. Oh and last but not least the crème brûlée ! Always a hit. read more

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Dock's Oyster House is a seafood restaurant located on Atlantic Ave. in Atlantic City. They are open Mon - Thu 4PM - 9PM and Fri - Sun 4PM - 9:30PM. Reservations required. I'd heard nothing but great things about Dock's, so I was excited to finally check it out! My buddy and I had a 7:15 reservation and we were promptly seated upon arrival. We started with the fried calamari. It was perfectly crispy and served with a flavorful marinara sauce, all rings, no tentacles. For our entree, we decided to split the 16 oz lobster tail and the 12 oz filet mignon. Both were enjoyable, but they fell short of the wow factor we were anticipating. The lobster could have been served hotter and with a bit more natural sweetness, while the steak would have benefited from a more consistent cook throughout. Our server, Taz, was fantastic! He was genuinely friendly, super personable, and incredibly helpful with navigating the menu. He really added to the experience. Fried Calamari - 8.6 16 oz Lobster Tail - 8.1 12 oz Filet Mignon - 8.2 Food - 8.3 Service - 8.6 Value - 8.1 Restaurant score - 83 read more