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    Found Oyster

    4.4 (535 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    French fries
    Grace L.

    The food here was great! I loved the trout dip and the blue prawns the most. We also ordered French fries so we could dip them in the sauce that comes with the blue prawns, which was a great suggestion from our server! I will also mention I loved the anchovies in the caesar salad, so yummy and the best salty addition. The service here was great, all the servers were kind and had great recommendations. The vibe here is super fun and light. It's got a very hip vibe inside, great music playing but not too loud that it makes it hard to talk. Overall just a great experience and can't wait to go back!

    Lobster Bisque Roll
    Edward S.

    Found Oyster has really nailed the raw seafood bar concept. Grab a seat at the bar and order incredible seafood plates and tasty libations. It's sort of pricey, but that's because of all the fresh and amazing seafood. Lobster Bisque Roll: This is one of the best and smallest lobster rolls around. The brioche is lightly toasted and soft as a pillow on the inside. The large firm chunks of lobster are soft, delicate, and succulent. The lobster is subtly sweet and dripping in the juicy aioli sauce. The serrano peppers give tiny pops of heat. Between the soft lobster, crispy-fluffy bread, and snappy chives, this is textural perfection. The frites are at another level. They are extra crispy and soft. Maybe I'm imagining it, but they also taste like they've been dusted with prawn chip salt. Parking: Finding free street parking in the surrounding neighborhood is rather simple.

    Elizabeth L.

    A bit confused as to why this place is so popular but perhaps it's one of those LA hipster things. We had a reservation and sat at the bar. Service was 10/10, chatted with the server and got to watch them shuck our oysters. I was a bit disappointed they didn't have any of the sweet Pacific oysters I preferred. East Coast ones are very briney, but they were def nice and fresh here. The rest of the food and drink I didn't find worth it for the price. The crudo was $21 and really just made me crave the purity of sashimi. The smoked trout dip was good, but $26, served with ritz crackers, and gone in a few bites. The scallop tostada was $22 for a small, unshareable portion with flavors I found confusing. Yuzu, apple, and basil didn't end up tasting sophisticated with the scallop tostada, it felt like someone had dumped yuzu flavored apple sauce on it. I asked for an extra dirty martini and when I got it I couldn't taste any olive at all, just straight vodka. I love a stiff drink but would love it to be balanced and what I asked for. Can be a cute vibey place for a casual date but found the food/value didn't live up to the hype.

    Artichoke dip
    Cheri P.

    I have been trying since this place opened to go. So thankfully on Coachella week 1, we got a res. And well worth the wait! The fish/shellfish was so fresh, the bread butter and artichoke dip a great companion to the platter. Which an awesome extra is you can customize..

    Aisjah B.

    I heard of this tasty restaurant while I was out to dinner at another phenomenal restaurant across the street. Walk-ins are welcome but it is strongly advised to make reservations as the place isn't that big . Also if you want to take in the indoor restaurant vibes, book the resy. As we waited to be seated the waitress asked if we wanted something to drink. So we ordered a glass of white wine. It was the perfect introduction to the hospitality and the amazing service. We got seated at the bar and were greeted by another waiter and they took our order. We orders the wedge salad, the half dozen oysters and lobster roll. Wow what a refreshing, yummy dinner. The wedge salad was a first but the lettuce was crisp, the dressing creaming and I could have ordered another. I don't even like blue cheese and I scarfed it down lol. I am an oyster girly so I ordered 3 of each of what the daily oyster selection was. Zero complaints. They were fresh and as yummy as can be! The lobster roll was probably the best roll I had in a long long time. Bringing New England to the West Coast is a slam dunk. Parking is relatively easy. There is plenty of street parking.

    Peel and eat shrimp with special sauce
    Carlo B.

    It's been a minute since I've indulged in seafood in LA. Honestly, it's usually not my vibe. I tend to crave seafood when I'm near the water--fresh air, ocean views, away from the city chaos. It's a whole mood. But I got invited to Found Oyster Bar, so here we are. First impression: damn, this place is tiny. They also have sidewalk seating, which definitely gives COVID-era vibes. We had a group of six, so outside seating it was. Cars passing by, cigarette smoke drifting from someone nearby--just not my ideal setting. Even our super kind and attentive server, Lily, was wearing a mask, which kind of added to that feeling. That said... the food quickly changed my attitude. We started with Grandma's Bread with butter, smoked salt, and white anchovies--and wow. Instant favorite. I never would've thought anchovies and butter on toast would work so well, but it absolutely does. Simple, salty, and addictive. Next up was the Baywatch platter, which came with a dozen of their two kinds of their oysters of the day, peel-and-eat shrimp, and Sicilian crudo. The oysters were amazing--savory, clean, and super fresh. Even my friend who normally doesn't eat raw oysters was pleasantly surprised by how much he didn't dislike them (which says a lot, lol). The crudo was solid--tuna, salmon, and yellowtail, I believe. We liked it enough to order a bigger one. This version had capers, olive oil, and a touch of crystallized salt that really hit with every bite. So good. The basic peel-and-eat shrimp was just okay--felt like it stayed in the pan a little too long and didn't have much going on flavor-wise. But the peel-and-eat shrimp with the special sauce? Completely different story. Perfectly cooked, shells came off easily, and that red sauce was insanely addictive. I don't even know what was in it, but it was so good that I ended up soaking it up with Grandma's Bread and topping it with anchovies--total flavor bomb. We also ordered the smoked trout dip, which was excellent. Paired perfectly with the crackers and honestly something I wished I could take home and snack on while watching TV. Overall, the experience was really good. The setting isn't quite my vibe, but the food absolutely delivers. Lily and the rest of the team were fantastic--attentive, friendly, and welcoming. Can't thank them enough for the great service.

    Sara P.

    Certified Found Oyster fans here!! We've been multiple times over the years - pre-baby, pregnant, and most recently post-baby as our final date night of 2025 thanks to a gift certificate from a friend who clearly gets us. Still obsessed. We ordered the crudo and the fish was insanely buttery as always. That scallion + caper bite with the perfect acidity? MM MM MMM. No crumbs. Mussels and clams with fries never let us down. Ever. Get it with bread. This is not a suggestion. The steak came with a beautifully dressed salad that hit salty, bitter, and sour in all the right ways. Steak was a perfect medium rare, tender, and well-seasoned. She ate. The oyster selection is always 1000%. My husband happily goes to town every time. I am not an oyster girl, but I will absolutely nibble on other raw goodies like the trout dip and prawns. We've had the tostada, chowdaa, and plenty of other dishes over the years and nothing has ever disappointed. Pro-tip: Get a reservation if you can plan ahead of time, but you can walk in and test your luck. Great vibes, comfy outdoor seating, and service that is always sweet, efficient, and on it. Found Oyster forever!!!

    Crudo, prawns, oysters and smoked trout dip in middle
    Angela M.

    Small charming hole in the wall type of spot. It feels like you're on vacation in another city or country coming in here. Food was fresh, nice quality and tasty. The favorite from our meal was the smoked trout dip! 10/10 try it with the grilled bread for the most amazing combination. The fresh seafood was delicious and the dips were so flavorful! Clam chowder was a bit on the thinner side, I would have preferred a thicker soup. Scallop tostada is soooo unique! It's sweet and tastes almost like applesauce but the fresh basil absolutely brings everything together so perfectly. A great spot to check out. Highly recommend making reservations. Good for 1-2 ppl, not large groups. More intimate dining

    lobster roll
    Sarah K.

    Came here over the summer before a concert - and it met/exceeded our expectations after checking out their yelp reviews and pictures! My favorite thing about this place was the unique offerings on their menu - lots of unique seafood options you wouldn't find elsewhere. Seems like the menu rotates regularly and has a bunch of specials, which is all the more reason to come back. We ordered the smoked trout drip to start, and this blew us away. The ritz crackers didn't sound so appetizing but omg, they went so well with the creamy dip. We were fighting over the last bite for this one. Was also craving a lobster roll, which was satisfying, and the fries were great too. My dining companions enjoyed their beer and wine selection. Overall the cost was very reasonable for what we ordered, and the service was great. Can't wait to come back!

    Nathan P.

    If you're a seafood lover Found Oyster is a spot that's a must try. This is now one of my new favorite restaurants when I'm craving a taste of the sea. I've been a couple times in the last month and enjoyed my time there. It's an intimate spot with mainly counter seating so best for small groups or dates. Service has been friendly and the employees seem to enjoy working as they will converse with some of the guests. They have a tight menu with a majority of raw bar items such as oysters, crudo, shellfish, crab dip, sea urchin, etc. These are served on a silver tray on top of ice. They also have a chalkboard with the specials that will change daily. If you're not a seafood fan, they have steak. This is one of the places I can easily recommend to friends and will definitely be back. The oysters here are so fresh and as someone that was never really a fan before, I look forward to them when coming here.

    Fanny S.

    This might be my favorite restaurant in Silver Lake right now. Everything we ordered the seafood, oysters, lobster roll, and steak was absolutely delicious. Truly no misses here! The service felt so warm and welcoming, almost like being taken care of by family. They checked on us often and made sure we had everything we needed. The restaurant is quite small, so reservations are definitely a must. Highly recommended. I'm already planning my next visit!

    Smoked trout dip
    Gab G.

    Booked ahead for dinner and had a fab meal here. Two friends and I ordered: + Scallop tostada + Smoked trout dip + Fried oysters + Chowdaaa + peach and sungold salad (special) + grilled Jimmy nardellos (special) + Key lime pie The peaches in the salad were like the best I've ever had. Smoked trout dip and key lime pie were also highlights. Would also recommend the fried oysters and scallop tostada. Outside is a nice vibe at sunset! 4.5 stars.

    Lobster roll
    Karina P.

    Lived up to the hype and then some. Found Oyster is a small restaurant and bar - I highly recommend making a reservation because it gets packed! Now, for the food. We ate SO MUCH and loved all of it. We started with the Baywatch platter that comes with oysters, shrimp, and sicilian crudo. The oysters were hands down the best I've ever had - so ridiculously fresh and not fishy at all. The smoked trout dip was tasty as well. For plates, the scallop tostada was delicious and the seared tuna special with olive tapenade and citrus was so unique. The lobster roll was absolutely the star of the show. I loved how it wasn't just creamy but also had a nice tang, and the fries were salty and addicting. The fried cod sandwich was also amazing. And lastly, can't end without a dessert! The chocolate pie was the perfect ending. 10/10.

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    Can I come with my schnauzer?

    Yes, they have plenty of outdoor seating and I have taken my dog there and seen others.

    Cam dogs be on the outdoor area space?

    Yes you can

    What's the parking situation?

    They don't have a parking lot so it's kind of hard to find parking around there, you may have to walk a few miles

    Do they charge 20% for equitable earnings?

    Yes! I was shocked to see a 20% charge on our bill for equitable earnings..

    Where do they find their oysters?

    They have a family farm to harvest oysters. And get them from other oyster farms also.

    I've heard there are no reservations and usually a wait. I plan to bring my brother and his wife for "late" dinner on a Wednesday. Would it be reasonable to expect we can still get in if we show up at 8:30?

    Probably wouldn't be a long wait at that point. I recently stopped by at 9 on a Monday and there was no wait.

    Do they take reservations?

    No, they don't. I typically come within the first hour of opening. I haven't waited more than 30 minutes.

    Is there an outdoor area where dogs are allowed?

    Half of this restaurant's seating is outside. When I ate there, I saw a couple with a dog dining in. The servers did not say anything so I will say that a dog is fine as long as it's well behaved.

    Is vaccination required to dine outside?

    No, they're chill

    Do they have Oysters Rockefeller?

    Do they have valet parking?

    Def not. They're casual. But there is a valet stand across the street for Saffy!s.

    Do you need reservation on a Tuesday?

    I believe they no longer take reservations!

    What type of oil is used for the frying (nut allergy concerns)?

    mmhm

    Do they char broil oysters as well?

    As far as I know they don't. They prepare them right at the bar and serve them fresh. They also have chicken fried oysters as well. You may want to call and double check!

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