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    Freeport Oyster Bar

    4.4 (87 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 5:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Grilled Cheese!
    Brad M.

    Good spot for happy hour and quick small meal! $5 beer and good food. I would skip the pineapple hot dog but everything else was good. Grilled cheese and oysters are worth the try!

    Oysters
    Nabeel N.

    Very convenient located near all the shopping for a quick 'dad snack time'. Hahaha Great service and great selection of oysters. Will definitely visit again while the family does their shopping.

    Bill S.

    First time here and we really enjoyed the food and the vibe. It's all about oysters at an oyster bar, of course, so let's start there: they were delish, and we chose among a agreeable variety and wound up with a dozen ($36) briny, thick, succulent oysters. Add in some beers and a wonderfully spicy, overflowing Bloody Mary and we came away smiling. We ate outdoors under cover in the rear; very comfy and quiet. Inside it's very cozy and the vibe seems lively. Good service (thanks Rachel) and a good experience.

    Clam chowder
    Desi-Rae S.

    Outstanding oysters and noms! The Freeport Oyster Bar is an unassuming little place tucked just behind the Freeport Historical Society. There is plenty of parking in the many lots that are smattered around the popular LL Bean destination. They oysters are shucked as you order them, they come with lemon, and mignonette sauce, we tried ours with a side of kelp relish (not for me cause it was a lil spicy but my nephew was all about it). Oysters are briny served over ice, lots of liquid still in the shell for slurping fun. They also have other things to go with your oysters like soups, salads, snacks like popcorn and smoked salmon dip. They have something on the menu called Tinned Fish Plate - I'm going back soon to try that cause tinned fish is up my alley. Add lobster rolls and hot dogs to the list of yums! This is a place for locals and tourists alike. The night we went there were some local fishermen/lobster men buying drinks for everyone at the bar - but you have to ring the bell first! You'll see the bell.... The bar tender was on her game, we tried their rotating mocktail, and I tried the Ruby Slipper just because of it's name. Service was fast, friendly, and busy. The inside is like the hull of a ship, think nautical theme, exposed beams, old warm wood that looks like it was salvaged from the sea. I highly recommend if you're in Freeport, have some cold beers, some fresh LOCAL oysters and that's the way life should be.

    1/2 dozen oysters
    Anna M.

    * Great food (we had oysters + clam chowder with sour dough bread) * Friendly staff * Easy parking in the back * Patio + indoor seating (tables vs bar) * Near fun stores * They allow dogs outside on patio (not sure about inside)

    Oysters and bloody marys
    Jeff F.

    Fun little stop for a break in the Sun on their patio. Service was good. Oysters were delicious. Bloody marys hit the spot. Easy in and out for a little Maine lunch

    Out front
    George H.

    Only one waitress was working, so there was a wait, but it was all well worth it! Had the clam chowder soup with sourdough bread, along with a half dozen fresh oysters. The chowder was really, really good, and the clams tasted like they were fresh. They served 2 kinds of oysters, which were delicious with just lemon. Washed down with draft beer (Allagash). Waitress was frazzled but still very friendly. The place was neat and tidy, with most of the seating at the bar. Would come again, if I'm ever in the area.

    Grilled cheese
    Lindsey W.

    Delicious oysters and grilled cheese! I got the kelp margarita and loved it too! Service was really fast and the server was happy to tell me all about their oysters and how they source them. Very cute location too! 10/10 recommend

    Bombazine- the deep cup is almost over-filled- these are delectable: creamy, soft, slightly salty, slightly sweet
    Michael L.

    7/4/25 Went in as the doors opened at noon on the Fourth- the only one to sit at 'The Shuckers' Bar' (which I recommend). The three shuckers were engaging, friendly, until the tourist crowd rapidly filled the place and the oyster orders swamped the shuckers. They are good, however and very very few shell bits were left. The restaurant feels new, fresh, inviting. I had six bombazines, cultivated in Brunswick, ME and six Besos Del Mar (Spanish for kisses of the sea). The bombazines were thick, filled a deep cup, were meaty yet soft, and crushed easily with the tongue against the roof of the mouth; creamy, slightly sweet, slightly salty, with a sweet finish like a German Spaetlese. Sublime ; required no help from the mignonette or lemon slice. I found the Besos Del Mar slightly harsh and off-putting, also briney and with a taste vastly improved with a half-teaspoon of mignonette or a few drops of lemon. Both species were fresh, full, filling the cup, as the photos illustrate. I will be back here, frequently!

    Grilled cheese sandwich
    Claire C.

    I've been to Freeport plenty of times but have never stopped in here before! I'm from the area, but had a few friends visiting from out of town and they insisted that we find somewhere to get some chowder. The restaurant is very cozy (not too many tables for indoor seating), but luckily we didn't have to wait long as a party was leaving just as we arrived. The service was very quick and the waitress was attentive to our table. I ordered the Winter Kale Salad, which was really fresh and delicious! I wasn't too hungry so this was perfect. My brother ordered the grilled cheese, and my friends ordered the clam chowder. All of it arrived warm and was perfect for a chilly day. I will definitely be going again next time I'm in Freeport and will recommend to anyone visiting!

    Lynnet P.

    Great place to enjoy a drink and a snack (or meal). Super friendly, nice little bar inside.

    It's very tasty food, look nice not only on picture but even better in real. I think we made a right choice today.

    Outside
    Bailey P.

    Went in for an early lunch with a few friends. We ordered so we could all share. The smoked fish toast was delish as well as the cesar salad and the seasonal grilled cheese! We all loved how it was decorated on the inside and out!

    Oysters and balsamic.

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    Great oysters, lobster roll, and clam chowder! Visiting from Texas and it was everything we wanted & more. Service was fast and friendly.

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    Great cozy spot! Kate made a stupid good Bloody Mary. Oysters were fresh as heck. Kelp relish was bangin. Super nice staff

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    Lobster roll great, lots of meat and the bread was fantastic. Featured local draft beer. Small place a definite must!

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    Scallops were fantastic! Beer was cold and waitress was very attentive. Highly recommend Freeport Oyster Bar!

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