I had a lobster roll to start. Although it cost $32 it probably was the best one I've ever had as well as being the most expensive. There was a typo on the menu priced at $35. I elected to have it with butter served on a warm roll. An abundance of lobster. I followed that up with a bowl of New England clam chowder. Also another good choice. The server and owner were both very pleasant and accommodating. What nice hospitality. We ate at the counter. A nice dining experience. read more

Murphys Grade - Lobster roll with chips - Seafood Near Me - Murphys, California

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Yes, like you, I was concerned about trying to eat fresh oysters, and lobster rolls this far from the ocean. This place cured those fears and I would have no problem. Recommending this place to anybody who likes oysters and lobster rolls. We had identified the restaurant prior to arrival in the town and we were lucky enough to have it be only a two minute walk from our Airbnb. We wanted for nothing, as the service was very good. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, made suggestions, and willing to go the extra mile for us as we kept re-ordering additional food. They had many different specific oysters to choose from and they grilled them or served them raw, depending on what you preferred. As it turns out between the four of us eating, we had it both ways and they both were special. It was a beautiful evening and so our group of four decided to eat on the table right on the street. We enjoyed the ambience very much. So, if you're like me, and you're a little bit skeptical of the quality of the seafood being served in Murphy's California, there is nothing to worry about right here. Everything looked and tasted great, the service was great. They didn't rush us and we drank a bottle of California sparkling wine from Schramsberg, and so for a couple of hours last night, everything was right in the world. read more

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Visiting Calavares Park for Memorial day weekend so happened to roll through Murphy Ca. Saw this place with a very interesting menu so wanted to try. Honestly really wanted to try oyster but the other stuff was calling to us. Had lobster roll. Your standard roll. Decent price came with chips. Nothing crazy here, a good size roll with plenty of meat. I had a Bayonne - which is a duck prosciutto grilled sandwich. I thought this was really good. It have a little bit of carmalize onion or something that balance the salty meat well. Though it was gone pretty quickly. The spot is also a CBD store if you're into that kinda stuff. I find the menu to have a lot of interesting sandwiches and charcuterie board. Not sure when the next time I come back to Murphy but wouldn't mind coming back to try more things. read more

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Our family of six really enjoyed our afternoon at Murphys Grade. Oysters were so fresh and yummy. I like the sauces that came with the oysters, especially the jalepeno one which has a nice kick! The kids enjoyed the smoked halibut and bread while the grownups enjoyed some drinks and seafood. I really liked the lobster roll too, plenty of lobster meat in the roll. They had some interesting CBD drinks on the menu. I convinced my parents to try some. I can't try it since my company does random drug testing and I don't want t risk my job. Service was great. They kept checking in on us to see if we needed anything else. We were only there for an afternoon snack and so didn't order that much. The ambiance is nice and chill. Bathroom was clean. I would totally come again when I visit the area again. read more

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What a great place! Stopped in 5 mins before close and reassured the ladies that work there we would be fast (I work in hospitality and try to avoid this). We were greeted with smiles and kindness. They gave us perfect suggestions and the owners even offered a tasting of their homemade spicy jams. First time in Murphys and experienced a lovely first impression of what the town has to offer and the people who live there :) read more

Best place to get food in Murphys. The oysters are top notch and great selection, you can tell they know what they're doing. Lobster roll to die for, literally cannot stop thinking about it! Clam chowder was also amazing, excited to try more of the menu. Can't believe I've been sleeping on this place for so long. Will be back for sure, and recommending to everyone. read more

Staff here are amazing, and the food is exceptional! This is my favorite restaurant when I'm in the area!! read more

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Murphy Grade After a morning exploring the local caverns, we stopped by Murphy Grade for lunch, and it hit the spot! The place was busy, but we were excited to try some of their popular dishes. The lobster roll (29) came hot with garlic butter and was packed with tender lobster meat--definitely worth it. The kettle chips on the side added a nice crunch. We also got the New England chowder bowl (13), which was rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The food was excellent, and while the service was a bit slow due to the crowd, it was understandable. Great spot for lunch in the area! Def my new go to spot if I ever decide to explore the caverns again! read more

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Great service always and oysters are so amazing. My go to spot every time I come to Murphys

Oh my goodness--these lobster rolls are incredible! I meant to snap a photo before digging in, but they were so delicious I forgot until I was halfway through (see photo!). Truly indistinguishable from the ones you get in Maine--and that's no accident. The owners are from New England and they absolutely nailed that authentic flavor and texture (The bun is grilled to a delectable crispy perfection on the outside!). Gah! Pro tip: get it with the garlic butter. You will not regret it. We also had the raw oysters, which were super fresh and perfectly chilled. Service is always warm and welcoming here. Such a gem! read more

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We live in Copperopolis, about 40 minutes from this resturant. Searching for a lobster roll we drove down to Napa and tried a highly rated resturant. What a joke it was. Our friends AND the owner of Murphys Grade jumped on our Facebook post to comment on our search to find a good Lobster roll. So the next day we headed over and gave it a try. Holy shit, lol, what a difference. Murphys Grade was leaps and bounds better than the Napa restaurant we went to. I can't believe we are so lucky to have a local restaurant that delivers such wonderful food. A fkn + Ok, so we got 2 lobster rolls, one Garlic butter and one regular butter. Both Note worthy! Do not hesitate if you like Lobster, they are very full, excellent rolls. Alsothe chips that come with it are a perfect addition. We also had hummus with bread, it's very good, and well portioned. I got a dozen roasted oysters, and they were also good. Customer service was excellent. I think the owner, and 2 or 3 different servers checked on us numerous times. But their timing was really well placed, not like sometimes when you have a server just hovering over you. They did excellent. Was a great experience and the way food service should be. Kudos to the owner for dialing everything in and having the servers and food to make it a great experience. We will certainly be going back. read more

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Throw a Michelin star on this place - for real! What a score we just happened to come across. We went in interested in trying out the lobster roll and walked out in shock - this place kicks a*s! Every item on the menu is carefully made with the absolute best ingredients! While we sat at the bar and watched the chef curate everything from scratch, we savored the crostini with homemade hummus (amazing!) and sipped on the best freakin bloody mary made from their homemade mix! Lastly, don't even get me started on the lobster roll! Yeah...the lobster roll - it's indescribable. You force yourself to eat slowly because you don't want it to end. Truly, a very special place in the heart of one of the best foothill towns. Not gonna lie; from the Bay Area, it's worth a trip to Murphys just to go here. Keep up the phenomenal work Murphys Grade! read more

Murphys Grade - The lobster rolls - OMG!! - Seafood Near Me - Murphys, California

This restaurant had an at home/family feel to it. The oysters were great! I'm normally not a fan of oysters but they were delicious from here. Must try the lobster sandwich!! Cooked to perfection with crispy buttery bread and delicious lobster. They have cool infused drinks too. Waitress was funny and friendly. Fun chill environment. read more

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Amazing food and great flavors! Everything was fresh and perfectly cooked. Loved the presentation and friendly service. Definitely a place worth coming back to! read more

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I just visited this place for the first time. I always see them grilling oysters outside, and--let's be honest--seafood in the mountains, especially oysters? PASS. But wow, the lobster rolls were absolutely delicious, and the service was just the icing on the cake. I mentioned I didn't like oysters, and a woman shucking them behind the bar overheard me. "Try one," she said. "No thanks," I replied. "I've tried them three times and always gag--just not for me." She wouldn't take no for an answer. Next thing I know, I ate an oyster... and I liked it! (To the tune of Katy Perry's "I Kissed a Girl") read more

I over did it but took it slow. First with the cheese and meat charcuterie boards and a pint of beer. Then a dozen oysters and a pint of beer. Then a bowl of chowder and yes, another pint of beer. It was all good. And though I tallied the cost as I went, I was a little surprised that I had eaten that much. The food was awesome. It was quiet the day I was there. It was early spring and early in the week, so understandable. I've told at least 4 different folk, they have all gone and had great experiences. read more

We absolutely loved finding this little gem! We walked in just out of curiosity walking by. It's super cute inside and very clean! They had an eclectic menu which I really enjoyed. The owner was the nicest and talked to us nearly the entire time. The oysters are delicious and FRESH ! read more

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ASTONISHING ***MICHELIN-STAR*** CLAM CHOWDER...AND MORE! My wife happened to look at me right at the moment I took my first spoonful of the clam chowder. She seemed alarmed, and asked if I was OK?! I was frozen in *shock* and disbelief at how magically *perfect* it was! I immediately put my spoon down and walked over to talk to the very nice chef-owner, who works in a small kitchen behind the bar, making every single thing to order on her own, as can plainly be seen by all the customers in the restaurant. I told her that I had always loved clam chowder, and I had had *lots* of excellent versions while visiting my daughter, who worked at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston for three years. But THIS clam chowder was something else entirely---a Michelin-star creation of subtle flavours that still allowed the clams to shine through and remain the star attraction! I asked if it had tarragon, and she smiled slyly and then nodded! We have been blessed to own a cabin in Big Trees for 16 years, but somehow we didn't hear about Murphys Grade opening up, so this was our first visit. Only half-joking, I told the chef that I now realized I had wasted the last four years of my life! We also had the grilled oysters, which were plump, wonderfully fresh and utterly delicious! Finally, we also shared the porchetta sandwich, which, like the clam chowder, was simply the best we had ever had! As others have said, ALL of the staff were wonderfully friendly (in a genuine way!) and extremely helpful. Run, don't walk, to this extraordinary hidden mountain gem, which is so impressive as to rival the massive formation of leaf gold held in the vault at Iron Stone! Thank me later---Cheers! P.S. We walked around Murphys after lunch for an hour, and I just could not get the magical clam chowder out of my brain. So we went back, and I ordered a QUART of it to take home! :-) read more

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THE DRIVE IS WORTH IT! Tiny cute hole in the wall with quirky lights. We took a girls trip and ate here. Our server was awesome and was able to make recommendations on what kind of oysters to order. I ordered the New England clam chowder- very flavorful. Thin consistency soup. My friends loved it. I was looking for a more thick and hearty clam chowder. I ordered the lobster roll- this was ABSOLUTELY LIFE CHANGING. My only regret- I didn't order two more rolls to go. This is a must try. Freshest lobster. We shared the halibut spread- it was so yummy! Definitely must try! I wanted to eat all of it. We also ordered a ton of raw oysters and some baked oysters with Miyagi butter and garlic. All of them were delicious. Fresh. read more

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Great food Outstanding customer service best CBD gummies. Been patronizing for 5+ years!

In the area of Calaveras for the long weekend to check out the state park and surrounds - arrived early for a dinner reso elsewhere so we stopped into Murphy's Grade CBD n' Oyster Joint - how can one resist with such a name? We didn't try any CBD items, however, we did get some beer from the self serve beer bar (accessed with a "key") and enjoyed some oysters on the half shell - wow those were some fresh and tasty oysters, what a surprise in a mountain town! The waitstaff and owner were just fantastic as well, happy to help and happy to be there. They close kind of early, maybe that's why the employees are happy - work their hours and then the rest of the evening is theirs! Would definitely return here every time we pass through Murphys. Fun! read more

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Wow! While visiting my friends in Angel's camp, they brought my girlfriends and I to Murphy's Grade on the main drag in Murphy's . Well, let me tell you, I had the most delicious oysters ever! I really love the Pacific Northwest oysters, and Katinka had them in several varieties. I usually love Kumamoto. I had those, but I also tried one I've never had, the Shigoku oysters. They absolutely blew me away so fresh, so cold and with lots of brine. They were served with traditional mignonette as well as a ginger variety. So absolutely delicious that I forgot to take a photo! The service was impeccable too. Katinka and the servers were very hospitable and warm. The wine and beer selections were superb and greatly complimented the oysters. The clam chowder is certainly notable as well as gluten-free to boot! You'd never know it! We didn't have the charcuterie as we had already finished eating but it was gorgeous. We were told that every accoutrement was made in-house. I'll have to order that next time. The environment was super unique and very cool. There was a gorgeous serpentine-shaped bar where we could easily converse together and observe the food prep. There are also higher top bar tables for dining and drinking as well. Murphy's grade is also a shop for fine medicinal CBD products. Katinka also has some beautiful crystals there and like those, this place is a "gem" and a must visit while in Murphy's! Thank you Katinka! read more

Murphys Grade - Katinka & her gorgeous charcuterie board - Seafood Near Me - Murphys, California

On the fence? Fear not: Chef here relocated from Denver's swank Cherry Creek 'hood, so I had high standards...and oh, did Katinka deliver! Cup of chowder was surprisingly suave, with translucent sautéed onions adding umami. Sophisticated seasonings gave this standard an intriguing update. Was craving a second cup 'til the hot lobster roll arrived, surfing a double-handful of crunchy kettle chips. Spec'd the habanero garlic butter, too. Like the chowder, a fresh spin on an old fave. Gonna be hard to top this unexpected surprise. My new yardstick. Don't pass this up! read more

I'm writing this and haven't even finished eating - it's that delicious - no pictures nope- ate it! Fantastic service assisting with a food allergy at our table to keep us safe. Fantastic lobster roll with garlic butter- out of this world delicious and plenty of lobster meat. The smoked salmon was so aromatic and smoky right off the grill . And the clam chowder was better than any ever anywhere ! read more

Amazing lobster rolls, clam chowder and Lobster bisque! They know what they are doing and I would recommend coming coming here, would drive up just for their lobster roll though wine tasting nearby is always fun too! But don't come to Murphys and miss lunch here! Hubby recovering from surgery and made his day with take home treats! Such lovely staff, what a treat read more

BBQ oysters were delicious, flavorful, perfect size Local Sauvignon blanc was crisp Ahi appetizer really fresh We will be back read more

Great New England-style Lobster Rolls in the foothills? YES!! We had a very tasty lunch here after a visit to Ironstone Vineyards. The service was friendly and timely. read more

Murphys Grade - Lobster Roll and Smoked Salmon Roll - Seafood Near Me - Murphys, California

I absolutely love Murphy's Grade, and I can't recommend it enough! Their oysters are absolutely amazing--definitely the best and fresh. The clam chowder is rich and delicious. Definitely the best clam chowder I've ever had. To top it all off, the owners are genuinely wonderful people who clearly care about their customers and the quality of their food. If you're looking for a great meal in a welcoming atmosphere, Murphy's Grade is the place read more

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Oysters! Oysters! Oysters! Of all the places, this was the last place I thought I would find delicious oysters made a number of different ways, and each way, just as tasty as the last. We decided to grab a few drinks and sit outside and enjoy the barbecued oysters. This was definitely a perfect way to enjoy being outside. The oysters come in a variety of cooked or raw options, and can be purchased in various quantities. You seriously can't go wrong with any of the options, and I would say go for it and have all of them lol. The lavender lemonade kombucha was a favorite. I opted for a nice ice, cold glass of water, since it was warm out, and the oysters and I did not mind. Prices are a tad steep, and while we enjoyed sitting outside, the chairs are not comfortable whatsoever. So if you're planning on dining outside, or just grabbing a beverage, don't plan on staying long, because the discomfort of the seats will kick in fairly soon. A fun place to stop while enjoying Murphy's, and they're located amongst all the other shops and restaurants. read more

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The oysters are fresh and tasty - both raw and cooked. I love oysters and it hard to find a good spot that provides variety and freshness. Murphys Grade is a gem and I'm so happy to find a local place to satisfy my oyster cravings! read more

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We LOVE Murphys Grade. The lobster rolls are to die for there's even a habanero one since I like spicy. The oysters are very good they have raw, barbecued, and even raw ones with a vodka chaser those are my favorite. The service is always spot on. The place is set up nice with a bar and quite a few beautiful wooden tables. Most of the tables are bar height. It would be nice if there was one more that was table height. They also have self service beer taps which are fun. read more

Murphys Grade did not disappoint! The food was extremely fresh and everything was delicious. The oysters and the ahi tuna dish were our favorite. We will for sure go back! I definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

I would love to extend my gratitude towards Trisha the server at this establishment, Murphy's grade... she was a lovely lovely soul served us wonderful food and really appreciated her input on recipes we both shared. Thank you so much. It was a lovely time and the food was incredible.!!! You are the best we will be back. read more

We made it in on the busy Friday after Thanksgiving and had an amazing lunch. I was initially worried that it was too busy for us to have a great experience at this small restaurant, but the service was impeccable and the staff were all so friendly. The food was incredible. We ordered the sourdough bread, clam chowder, shrimp cocktail, lobster roll, and oysters, and all of it was amazing. We eat a lot of similar food in the Bay Area and this was on par with some of the best. A great gem in Murphys - don't miss it! read more

This place! Went in just to stop by because of the caviar and oyster sign out front. the owner and other worker were amazing! Very friendly and knowledgeable. Extremely reasonably priced. Had two kaluga caviar "tastes" (...bumps iykyk) and two Kumamoto oysters. Fresh and delicious. and the fact that they were so friendly and cool made the experience all the better. Anytime we pass back through there, we definitely will be back in. read more

Oysters in Murphys, a wine town? Absolutely!!! And owners, Neal and Katinka know the business. The oysters of a mixed variety and shipped in routinely to ensure freshness. Neal is on the grill, so raw or grilled... tis your choice. There is also a shop on premises with CBD products, hemp clothing, and a plethora of exotic stones, crystals and jewelry. Service is superb! When you visit Murphys, make sure you drop into the Murphys Grade. For today's visit, the Great Gal focused on oysters while I ripped into a great clam chowder and a shrimp cocktail. read more

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This one is such a wonderful discovery! Tucked in the little town of Murphys is this unassuming restaurant that boasts of seafood offerings. Good for casual dining, like with family or friends. It's so casual that you get your food in these aluminum trays, ones you use for baking, you know? I ordered the lobster roll. It comes either cold or hot. I ordered it hot with garlic habanero butter. Ooh, and that was spicy! I loved it! But if you're not into that just settle with the regular garlic butter. My sister ordered the clam chowder and it was a good sized serving. It looked ordinary so I didn't take a picture of it. Now regretting it as it was so good. We had grilled salmon with a little sampling of their smoked salmon. But my most favorite is the grilled oysters with uni butter. Uni butter? Who comes up with that? Oh, it was good! I wish we had ordered more than a dozen. The service is personal. Didn't I say they have a sampling of their smoked salmon with our order of grilled salmon? They also had us try their chili sauce. Whew, that was hot! This place is a just a little bit more than an hour from Modesto but will definitely be going back! read more

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Best oysters I've ever had! Clam chowder is phenomenal! Lobster rolls are off the hook! Friendly service

AMAZING! If you are near and don't stop here, you are missing out! The food, the drinks, the staff, everything is fantastic. Highly recommend! read more

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Great atmosphere, wonderful serving staff, and best of all fantastic food! Lockford Sausages as well! read more