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Oysters! I have walked past this restaurant for 10 years saying I'm going to check it out one day and i finally made it happen! We were seated at the bar and got to watch all the actions. We tries a various different type of oysters and decided that the east coast ones were our favourite! Definitely will return here again.
I ordered an appetizer and some sparkling wine during my visit. The drinks and food were delicious! They offered a wide and interesting selection of appetizers and entrees. I was impressed with the wide variety of fresh seafood! I was also very happy with the attentive service I received! I would very much love to return!
Tried this restaurant for dinner after it came recommended to me. Overall, the food was great. I ordered a scallop dish--most were cooked perfectly, but a couple were unfortunately raw and cold in the middle. On the other hand, the fried seafood dish was well-executed and delicious. For an appetizer, we had fresh oysters which were all excellent. Despite the minor issue with the scallops, it was a solid dining experience, and I'd still recommend others give this place a try.
We exited the subway about 5 blocks east of here, not realizing that a bus went right by. So by the time we arrived, we were famished! Rodney's is a hole in the wall, basement restaurant, with wonderful atmosphere. My husband was hankering for a lobster roll at some point in our vacation, and he had reviewed Rodney's before we left home. So he ordered that and a wonderful salad. I had the Newfoundland codfish cakes, and New England clam chowder. Now we're originally from Maine so we know lobster, codfish cakes and clam chowder. ALL three were PERFECT! I don't remember having better clam chowdr in Maine. The service was very good, the staff was very friendly, and helpful, as well.
What a fun spot; we loved the nautical decor throughout the restaurant. We started with oysters (of course). Our server was helpful and guided our oyster selection. We also had their Caesars which are perfectly spicy and garnished with a delicious shrimp. We loved the New England clam chowder (cup or bowl? Get the cup if you're having an entree too), and the steak was a hit with our group - a generous portion perfectly cooked and paired with sides including fries, mushrooms or broccolini. The mussels were disappointing- the broth was just not that tasty. And the scallops were overdone. But we ended the night strong with their chocolate mousse dessert which was delicious. We will definitely go back and highly recommend it.
Slurp Slurp, a 5/5! Rodney's has always been one of my favourite oyster bars to go to and revisiting this place has opened up a can of worms for me - in terms of wanting to have oysters all the time! I came back twice in two weeks! Service is great here and the oysters are super fresh with changing variety on the daily. Coming in on a summer day, they have a back patio that is pretty shaded since there's close buildings all around. It's a night seated area, so definitely opt for this. The other great spot is right by the bar watching them shuck and work! Once seated you get some bread and butter along with the menu. I opted for caesar to start and it came with a large cocktail shrimp in it. A double win for me to have extra seafood in my drink! We just let our server know to do a mixture of oysters for our first round, in that way we can weave out the ones that we really enjoy. We also let them know our preference in oyster flavours which is sweet and nothing creamy or too briny. They bring out a plate of condiments for your oysters like your classic tabasco, cocktail sauce, mignonette and more. First round of oysters were a strong contender, and our second round consisted of the ones we loved from the first. Ranging from kumamotos, cherrystone quahogs clams, and Boston oysters. They were all a 5/5 in sweetness, followed with a clean finish. We also got some razor clams that I could pass on the next time. Overall, I absolutely love this spot as the oysters are always fresh and the servers know their stuff! Come here for a snack or dinner but get ready to spend a pretty penny! Worth every dime.
My mom discovered this place while we were searching for food in Toronto. We LOVE our seafood and eat it often. We tried to come yesterday but they were booked up so be sure to make a reservation, as we did tonight. We were promptly seated in a booth in the back of the restaurant where we're swiftly greeted by our server, court. He told my mom about the wines that pair well with the seafood and we ordered a dozen oysters practically right away. The oysters came with an amazing tray of different kinds of sauces and plenty of fresh grated horseradish. We had three different types and our server was able to tell us what they were and where they came from. Soon after our oysters, our main courses came. My mother had the New England clam chowder and I had the boiled lobster. The lobster was cut up for easy access and a lovely presentation. It was not over cooked and had great flavor. The clam chowder was creamy and had SOOOO many clams in it and lots of chunky potatoes. The restaurant itself had kitschy ocean themed decor and a wall of famous people that signed oysters! I was very excited to see Alex Trebek's signature next to my head (RIP the legend). Thanks guys! I'm stuffed
Title belts are made to be worn. Amazing seafood and staff. Jessa was a gem of a bartender and oyster shucker.
Food is amazing, service is excellent. Thank you guys for two great nights. Ceviche, halibut, oysters and yellowfin tartare is out of this planet.
Came for a team dinner and it was fantastic! Fresh seafood, generous portions and great service! Really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. The scallop pasta was delicious and the lobster salad sandwich was tasty. Would come again and try their oysters!
I rarely use the recs from the hotel. However, in this case I looked at the reviews for Rodney's, talked to a bartender & an Uber driver, and they all said Rodney's was good. Its located on restaurant heavy King St, West of the Entertainment District. I wanted to have some Atlantic oysters while visiting Toronto, and Rodney's was perfect. They had so many fresh options available, you could not go wrong. They also have a six house made sauces (from neutral to hot), that you can enjoy. Atlantic oysters are different fr Pacific oysters bc the water is colder. Nonetheless, this batch was uber fresh, and a great way to start the meal. For my entree, I had the bacon wrapped scallops. The scallops were also fresh, and super moist & flavorful fr the bacon. I washed this all down w/ a sake that I have not had before. It was nice & dry, and paired well w/ my dishes. Regarding the ambiance, its your typical wharf motif. There is an oyster bar in the center, where you can see the shuckers at work. Our waiter Anton hails fr Ukraine (God bless his country). He was super nice, informative and attentive. He noticed my t-shirt fr Hawai'i and he showed me his aloha & hula girl tattoos. He has never been to Hawai'i, but I thought it was great. I guess I won't be so narrow minded regarded hotel recs in the future. Rodney's was an awesome way to enjoy Atlantic oysters, and the service fr Anton was fantastic! As you can imagine, all restaurant recs are walking distance, so that was an added bonus.
Hands down the best oysters in Toronto. The staff are super knowledgeable about the different types of oysters/regions and gave great recommendations. The oysters are meaty and flavourful, and there is such a wide selection to choose from. The lobster roll melted in my mouth - it was so fresh and tasty. The restaurant has a cool/lively vibe. There is a lot of seating, but this place gets busy quickly, so I suggest booking ahead of time. If you love seafood, go to rodneys!
I'm shocked and sad that my repeat visit here was so negative. After my first visit, I had such fond memories of my meal that I took a day off work and planned around coming here for lunch just to re-live a delicious meal. The complimentary bread tasted stale and was served cold. I could barely chew through the first bite and didn't bother eating the rest of it. We ordered some raw oysters and clams to start. I asked the waitress to recommend the more plump and creamy varieties -- they were all pretty small and surprisingly, the most expensive one (Kumamoto - $5.41/ea) was the smallest and least tasty one. We also tried the pan-fried oysters - the batter was overcooked and greasy. Because the mussels in the seafood stew were fantastic last time, we ordered a dedicated dish of steamed mussels. Sadly, they were much smaller this time and the toast that came with it was overcooked and hard as a rock. For entrees, we ordered the sea fry again, which was good - consistent with last times, as well as the lobster roll. The lobster roll didn't actually have that much lobster since the bread roll was stuffed with lettuce, but the 3 onion rings and a side salad was a nice touch. For a meal for two that cost ~$180, the quality of the dishes did not impress. Also, I have a strong suspicion that the raw oysters were not fresh because I had the worst stomachache of my life after the meal and it ruined the rest of my day. What a traumatizing experience.
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22 days ago
The medium rare steak I got from them is basically medium well. I called and asked why it's medium well. The response was it would continued to cook in a tin foil and they implied that it must be my fault because I took too long to open it. I wasn't informed that they will put it in a tin foil box. I should at least be told. I'm ok if take out food is cold because it took too long for me to go home. I'm not ok if food is overcooked because of that. They kept telling me that no one else had this issue before. And they implied I should not order steak for take out. The manager said there's nothing they could do about it. Well there is - warn the customer about this if they order the steak for take out. Or just don't do take out steaks. It's not a problem solving way of how you treat the customers. Would never visit again. read more
Oysters! I have walked past this restaurant for 10 years saying I'm going to check it out one day and i finally made it happen! We were seated at the bar and got to watch all the actions. We tries a various different type of oysters and decided that the east coast ones were our favourite! Definitely will return here again. read more
13 hours ago
I ordered an appetizer and some sparkling wine during my visit. The drinks and food were delicious! They offered a wide and interesting selection of appetizers and entrees. I was impressed with the wide variety of fresh seafood! I was also very happy with the attentive service I received! I would very much love to return! read more
22 days ago
Tried this restaurant for dinner after it came recommended to me. Overall, the food was great. I ordered a scallop dish--most were cooked perfectly, but a couple were unfortunately raw and cold in the middle. On the other hand, the fried seafood dish was well-executed and delicious. For an appetizer, we had fresh oysters which were all excellent. Despite the minor issue with the scallops, it was a solid dining experience, and I'd still recommend others give this place a try. read more
1 year ago
We exited the subway about 5 blocks east of here, not realizing that a bus went right by. So by the time we arrived, we were famished! Rodney's is a hole in the wall, basement restaurant, with wonderful atmosphere. My husband was hankering for a lobster roll at some point in our vacation, and he had reviewed Rodney's before we left home. So he ordered that and a wonderful salad. I had the Newfoundland codfish cakes, and New England clam chowder. Now we're originally from Maine so we know lobster, codfish cakes and clam chowder. ALL three were PERFECT! I don't remember having better clam chowdr in Maine. The service was very good, the staff was very friendly, and helpful, as well. read more
What a fun spot; we loved the nautical decor throughout the restaurant. We started with oysters (of course). Our server was helpful and guided our oyster selection. We also had their Caesars which are perfectly spicy and garnished with a delicious shrimp. We loved the New England clam chowder (cup or bowl? Get the cup if you're having an entree too), and the steak was a hit with our group - a generous portion perfectly cooked and paired with sides including fries, mushrooms or broccolini. The mussels were disappointing- the broth was just not that tasty. And the scallops were overdone. But we ended the night strong with their chocolate mousse dessert which was delicious. We will definitely go back and highly recommend it. read more
Slurp Slurp, a 5/5! Rodney's has always been one of my favourite oyster bars to go to and revisiting this place has opened up a can of worms for me - in terms of wanting to have oysters all the time! I came back twice in two weeks! Service is great here and the oysters are super fresh with changing variety on the daily. Coming in on a summer day, they have a back patio that is pretty shaded since there's close buildings all around. It's a night seated area, so definitely opt for this. The other great spot is right by the bar watching them shuck and work! Once seated you get some bread and butter along with the menu. I opted for caesar to start and it came with a large cocktail shrimp in it. A double win for me to have extra seafood in my drink! We just let our server know to do a mixture of oysters for our first round, in that way we can weave out the ones that we really enjoy. We also let them know our preference in oyster flavours which is sweet and nothing creamy or too briny. They bring out a plate of condiments for your oysters like your classic tabasco, cocktail sauce, mignonette and more. First round of oysters were a strong contender, and our second round consisted of the ones we loved from the first. Ranging from kumamotos, cherrystone quahogs clams, and Boston oysters. They were all a 5/5 in sweetness, followed with a clean finish. We also got some razor clams that I could pass on the next time. Overall, I absolutely love this spot as the oysters are always fresh and the servers know their stuff! Come here for a snack or dinner but get ready to spend a pretty penny! Worth every dime. read more
My mom discovered this place while we were searching for food in Toronto. We LOVE our seafood and eat it often. We tried to come yesterday but they were booked up so be sure to make a reservation, as we did tonight. We were promptly seated in a booth in the back of the restaurant where we're swiftly greeted by our server, court. He told my mom about the wines that pair well with the seafood and we ordered a dozen oysters practically right away. The oysters came with an amazing tray of different kinds of sauces and plenty of fresh grated horseradish. We had three different types and our server was able to tell us what they were and where they came from. Soon after our oysters, our main courses came. My mother had the New England clam chowder and I had the boiled lobster. The lobster was cut up for easy access and a lovely presentation. It was not over cooked and had great flavor. The clam chowder was creamy and had SOOOO many clams in it and lots of chunky potatoes. The restaurant itself had kitschy ocean themed decor and a wall of famous people that signed oysters! I was very excited to see Alex Trebek's signature next to my head (RIP the legend). Thanks guys! I'm stuffed read more
1 year ago
Title belts are made to be worn. Amazing seafood and staff. Jessa was a gem of a bartender and oyster shucker. read more
1 year ago
Food is amazing, service is excellent. Thank you guys for two great nights. Ceviche, halibut, oysters and yellowfin tartare is out of this planet. read more
Came for a team dinner and it was fantastic! Fresh seafood, generous portions and great service! Really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. The scallop pasta was delicious and the lobster salad sandwich was tasty. Would come again and try their oysters! read more
I rarely use the recs from the hotel. However, in this case I looked at the reviews for Rodney's, talked to a bartender & an Uber driver, and they all said Rodney's was good. Its located on restaurant heavy King St, West of the Entertainment District. I wanted to have some Atlantic oysters while visiting Toronto, and Rodney's was perfect. They had so many fresh options available, you could not go wrong. They also have a six house made sauces (from neutral to hot), that you can enjoy. Atlantic oysters are different fr Pacific oysters bc the water is colder. Nonetheless, this batch was uber fresh, and a great way to start the meal. For my entree, I had the bacon wrapped scallops. The scallops were also fresh, and super moist & flavorful fr the bacon. I washed this all down w/ a sake that I have not had before. It was nice & dry, and paired well w/ my dishes. Regarding the ambiance, its your typical wharf motif. There is an oyster bar in the center, where you can see the shuckers at work. Our waiter Anton hails fr Ukraine (God bless his country). He was super nice, informative and attentive. He noticed my t-shirt fr Hawai'i and he showed me his aloha & hula girl tattoos. He has never been to Hawai'i, but I thought it was great. I guess I won't be so narrow minded regarded hotel recs in the future. Rodney's was an awesome way to enjoy Atlantic oysters, and the service fr Anton was fantastic! As you can imagine, all restaurant recs are walking distance, so that was an added bonus. read more
Hands down the best oysters in Toronto. The staff are super knowledgeable about the different types of oysters/regions and gave great recommendations. The oysters are meaty and flavourful, and there is such a wide selection to choose from. The lobster roll melted in my mouth - it was so fresh and tasty. The restaurant has a cool/lively vibe. There is a lot of seating, but this place gets busy quickly, so I suggest booking ahead of time. If you love seafood, go to rodneys! read more
I'm shocked and sad that my repeat visit here was so negative. After my first visit, I had such fond memories of my meal that I took a day off work and planned around coming here for lunch just to re-live a delicious meal. The complimentary bread tasted stale and was served cold. I could barely chew through the first bite and didn't bother eating the rest of it. We ordered some raw oysters and clams to start. I asked the waitress to recommend the more plump and creamy varieties -- they were all pretty small and surprisingly, the most expensive one (Kumamoto - $5.41/ea) was the smallest and least tasty one. We also tried the pan-fried oysters - the batter was overcooked and greasy. Because the mussels in the seafood stew were fantastic last time, we ordered a dedicated dish of steamed mussels. Sadly, they were much smaller this time and the toast that came with it was overcooked and hard as a rock. For entrees, we ordered the sea fry again, which was good - consistent with last times, as well as the lobster roll. The lobster roll didn't actually have that much lobster since the bread roll was stuffed with lettuce, but the 3 onion rings and a side salad was a nice touch. For a meal for two that cost ~$180, the quality of the dishes did not impress. Also, I have a strong suspicion that the raw oysters were not fresh because I had the worst stomachache of my life after the meal and it ruined the rest of my day. What a traumatizing experience. read more
RODNEY'S OYSTER HOUSE . . Seafood restaurant in Downtown Toronto serving a huge variety of fresh oysters, as well as lobster, crab, scallops, mussels, shrimp, etc. . . Steamed Mussels 4/5 Seafood Pasta 4/5 Nice Fundy Scallops 4.3/5 . . Although the food was yummy, it is quite pricey for the portion you are getting. The scallops were my favourite. They were cooked well and had great flavour. Steamed mussels were really small. We also asked our server how many mussels it came with and he had no idea. We asked if it was by the pound and he said I assume so? Very strange how servers don't even know. The seafood pasta was market price and we also asked about this and he said I think it's $26? ... "I think?". Overall the food tasted great, but service and server's knowledge of food items are severely lacking. read more
2 years ago
Food was fantastic! We got the tower of seafood and it was amazing. During my 3 day trip to Canada, I ate there three times. Service was amazing. I sat at the bar each time and they were friendly and knowledgeable about the various oysters. I tried all they offered. Ambiance the place itself is inviting and cozy with a bit of whimsy. I loved it. read more
4 years ago
Famous oyster/seafood restaurant in Toronto. This is the only one I will keep going back for their oyster, lots of choices and freshness Their other dishes are pretty good too...like Dungeness crab, crab cake, pasta, bake oyster.... Haven't try the whole fish..next time lol. Friendly service Tips: to avoid disappointment, call as early as possible to reserve your table, they are full pretty quickly, even weekdays! Seating time limits too...5 guests for 2 hours! Price $$$ average $100 per person ( we had 2 bottle simple wine and 36 oysters, scallops pasta, seafood fries, steak, crab cake.) read more
This was my first time at Rodney's and I was pleasantly surprised! I like that the vibes are causal, its family friendly, its good for holiday parties, its good for a date night and its good for a casual night out with friends! The servers were great! Their menu is large, with a good selection of drinks and food. They're known for their oysters, and it was pretty good! I also tried the mussels and clams, both were great and lots of bread to soak up the sauce! For my main I had scallops and it was perfect, not over cooked so it wasn't chewy and the mushrooms and spinach had great flavor and was the perfect pairing for the dish! For good seafood on the heart of King St W, I'd definitely recommend giving Rodney's a try! read more
2 years ago
Very very good oysters and memorable service experience. Bartenders are very chatty and delightful to talk to. Ceviche was expectedly okay, nothing like ever I'm used to in Miami. But overall a great basement seafood place. read more
1 year ago
The best oyster house in Toronto. The quality of their oysters are over the wall! I would highly recommend this place to all oyster lovers. Be prepared to spend, as their oysters starts at 3$/piece. Most of the oysters are in the 3-5$/ piece range. Their New England clam chowder is also phenomenal! read more
5 years ago
Aww shucks, how could say anything bad about delicious oysters with knowledgeable and attentive staff to take the time to explain each oyster. I was here for a noon lunch but my date was about 1.5hrs late. The staff didn't hesitate to chat and keep my glass full as the time flew by. The scallop ceviche is tasty and refreshing. Beautiful on a hot summer day. They're served with plantain chips which add a nice crunchy contrast. Try it! Of course the oysters here are fresh and shucked properly for ease of consumption. Despite being late, it was still a great date lol. Don't sweat the small stuff. read more
2 years ago
There was plenty of real crab in the Crab Cakes, but the overwhelming taste was of deep fryer oil. I couldn't taste the crab except to tell it did need more seasoning. How about adding more moisture to the mix and air frying them? The coleslaw had no apple as promised, just oil on sliced cabbage and parsley. There needs to be less oil and better quality oil used, along with some brightness! And salt! A touch of salt is needed in savoury dishes (and sometimes sweet ones too). Try adding fennel, mustard, a vinegar... The Rodney's Chocolate Mousse was more gooey than mousse-like and a bit too sweet. I haven't been to Rodney's since 2001, and I didn't get oysters, but this was all rather disappointing. read more
2 years ago
Had such a great time! Took the recommendation of a close friend to visit and it did not disappoint. Great oysters, fun atmosphere and terrific service! A must see! read more
2 years ago
This place is a classic. Location that has been around for a while. Honestly it's pretty decent for what it offers although definitely not a special deal. The chowder soup was delicious. And the bread was good. However the scallops/fried oyster was so so. The tuna tartare wasn't super special. But service was decent . Overall I would recommend people to try it. The oysters themselves we tried a platter with 1 of each and it wasn't super special so some good and some bad. Casual good ambiance for hanging out with friends read more
My girlfriend had a craving for oysters so I made the reservation for this spot as it's the only place in downtown Toronto that I knew that is known for oysters imported from the west and east coasts, as well as an array of options to choose from. I've only been to Rodney's once in Vancouver many years ago and I had a great experience. I'm happy the quality and friendly service is still consistent till today. For oysters, we chose 4 different types - half salty and half creamy. I favoured creamy moreover salty. The server was great at helping us choose 4 different kinds we had to try. On top of oysters, we ordered a side of skinny fries, mussels and scallops. Everything was great except for the mussels which we found the flavours too salty and strong for our liking. This was more than enough food for 2 persons, but 3 would've been the perfect portions. read more
New England clam chowder- Large portion enough for 2. Loaded with toppings. Potatoes perfectly cooked. The clams were least favorite part. Very chewy and not fresh tasting. Comparable to progresso soup. Tried a variety of east coast oysters and they were very fresh but not outstanding. Oysters are definitely an acquired taste! I liked the many topping offerings. My favorites were the fresh lemon and cocktail sauce mixed together. The complementary bread and butter served on the table is fresh and delicious! Worth asking for a second serving!! read more
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469 King Street W
Toronto, ON M5V 1K4
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Waterfront Communities-The Island
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