Caroline's Oyster Bar

Name: Caroline's Oyster Bar
Address: 120 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC, United States, 28202
Telephone: (704) 499-6633
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (784)

$31 to $50

Seafood

120 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC 28202

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour

A fanciful take on a coastal seafood place, Caroline’s Oyster Bar celebrates the charm and fresh flavors of North Carolina’s coastline. Uptown Charlotte’s most desirable anchor features a breezy outdoor patio, charming Carolina-style raw bar and spacious dining room alongside high-quality daily oyster selections and seafood dishes.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(704) 499-6633
Website
https://www.carolinesoysterbar.com/?y_source=1_MjYwOTUwMTctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
120 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC 28202
Neighborhood
Uptown
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Lobsterfest Returns this July at Caroline’s!
Jul 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
Celebrate summer with Charlotte’s tastiest tradition. All July long, we’re serving up chef-crafted lobster creations, with a new, limited-time dish released each week. From buttery classics to bold coastal twists, each plate is a fresh take on the flavors you crave. Sip and savor with select beer and wine specials, available throughout July.
Arrive to a Seafood Plateau Surprise
$185.00 per party
Prepaid
Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025
Treat your guests to a delightful surprise with Caroline's favorite Seafood Plateau, elegantly presented at your table upon arrival. Savor the finest of our raw bar selections, including 16 oysters, 12 jumbo Gulf shrimp, 16 oz of king crab, and 8 oz of seasonal ceviche, all ready to enjoy from the moment you take your seats.
One Million Shucked — Join the Shellebration!
Aug 5, 2025 only
Celebrate a milestone with Caroline’s—one million oysters shucked—and join us for a special National Oyster Day shellebration! Reserve your spot for Monday, August 5, from 4 to 8 PM and enjoy complimentary tastings of local Carolina oysters, $2 chef-select oysters, grilled oyster specials, Sycamore Brewing beer offers, music, and raffles. Book your experience now to be part of the festivities!

Offers

High tide Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Indulge in a true Carolina coast flavor-fest! Join us for High Tide Happy Hour from 4pm- 6:00pm (Monday-Thursday) and enjoy $8 select shareable plates and $2 select chef's oysters.

Popular dishes

Crab Louie$20.00
Asparagus, Boiled Egg, Tomato, Butter Lettuce
Shrimp Cocktail$18.00
Cocktail Sauce, Fresh Grated Horseradish
Guacapoke*$18.00
Ahi Tuna, Wasabi, Guacamole, Wonton Chips
Kennebec Chips & Salmon Dip$16.00
Smoked Salmon, Chives, Boursin
Oysters Rockefeller$22.00
Creamed Collards, Parmesan Breadcrumbs, Bacon
Daily East Coast Oysters*$3.50
Mignonette, Lemon, Cocktail Sauce
Caroline's Oyster Tasting*$0.00
Six Local Oysters, Seasonally Prepped
- MKT Price$0.00
Cornbread$12.00
Jalapeño, Cheddar
New England Clam Chowder$10.00
Slab Bacon, Celery, Potato, Thyme, Oyster Crackers
Crab Hush Puppies$16.00
Lemon Aioli
Point Judith Calamari$16.00
Lemon Aioli, Blistered Tomato Sauce
Local Meat & Cheese Board$18.00
Grilled Sourdough, Pickles
Pimento Fritters$12.00
Buttermilk Dressing
Burnt Ends$17.00
Smoked Wagyu Brisket, House BBQ, Pickled Onion
Chowder Fries$13.00
Shoestring Fries, Clam Chowder, Fontina, Thick Bacon

Seafood Plateau

Petite*$75.00
8 Oysters, 8 Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, 4 oz Seasonal Ceviche
Caroline's*$185.00
16 Oysters, 12 Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, 16 oz King Crab, 8 oz Seasonal Ceviche
Build Your Own*$0.00
- MKT Price$0.00

Greens

Green Goddess$12.00
Kale, Romaine Lettuce, Avocado, Pistachio, Grated Parmesan
Classic Caesar$12.00
Romaine, Garlic Dressing, Migas Crouton, Parmesan
The Caroline$13.00
Tomato, Fennel, Blueberry, Parmesan, Crispy Quinoa, Apple, White Balsamic

Entrées

Brush Creek Ranch 100% Wagyu Burger*$22.00
Double Patty Brisket Blend, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato, American Cheese, Secret Sauce, Shoestring Fries
Halibut Fish & Chips$27.00
Beer-Battered Halibut, Shoestring Fries, Tartar Sauce
Glazed Salmon*$32.00
Smoked Dashi Broth, Corn, Squash, Green Beans
Shrimp & Lobster Roll$24.00
Buttered New England Bun, Citrus Mayo, Celery Salt
Cobia$30.00
Grilled Sweet Peppers, Tomato, Fennel
Seafood Tagliatelle$32.00
Shrimp, Clams, Mussels, Parmesan White Wine Sauce, Tomato
Shrimp & Grits$26.00
Charred Corn, White Cheddar Grits, Blistered Tomato, Bacon Lardons
Chicken Schnitzel$24.00
Shaved Fennel, Green Beans, Lemon Vinaigrette
Wagyu Frites*$36.00
10 oz Flat Iron, Roasted Garlic Herb Butter, Secret Seasoning, Shoestring Fries
Steamed PEI Mussels$23.00
Wine, Garlic, Toasted Sourdough, Shoestring Fries

Sides

Pimento Fritters$8.00
Shoestring Fries$8.00
Simple Greens$7.00
White Cheddar Grits$8.00
Collards & Ham$7.00
Mac & Cheese$8.00

What 784 people are saying

Caroline's Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caroline's Oyster Bar offers a "wonderful ambience" and "great food" with a focus on fresh oysters and a vibrant atmosphere. Many diners praise the "excellent service" provided by attentive staff like Alyssa, Nas, and Aubrey. Featuring a lively setting, it's perfect for celebrations or a casual outing.

784 Reviews

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Luis
Vancouver / British Columbia1 review
3.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
La comida buena pero el precio elevado para algunos platillos
Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 2 days ago
Hello, Thank you for visiting us. We appreciate your business. We welcome you to visit us once again soon. Have a lovely day.
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Jill VIP
Scranton / Poconos6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was excellent. Really enjoyed the oysters! Our waiter was very helpful and friendly. Sat on the patio and found the Ally robot entertaining.
Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 2 days ago
Hey Jill, Thanks for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and our oysters. We're also glad that our team was able to provide you with excellent service. We're glad you enjoyed the patio too! We strive to make every visit a memorable one. Looking forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team
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Ron
Washington, D.C. Area20 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food is definitely well prepared and very good. Our waiter was attentive and considerate. I wouldn’t say it was amazing but it was a nice meal.
Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the feedback, Ron! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Caroline's Oyster Bar. It's great to know that our attentive service and well-prepared food met your expectations. We're always striving to provide the best experience for our guests, and your feedback helps us do just that. We hope to see you again soon!
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D
Indiana1 review
3.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We have eaten here a few times and wanted a member of our family to enjoy the Cobia dish on Father's Day. The portion was smaller than previous times, but still good. We like the atmosphere at Caroline's, but will think twice again before sitting outside. The cushions are horrible and need replacing... you can feel the iron bar which makes for uncomfortable sitting. Our waitress was a little slower than we are accustomed to making the service this time around just okay.
Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 2 days ago
Thanks for the feedback, D! We're delighted to hear that you've always enjoyed our Cobia dish and our atmosphere at Caroline's Oyster Bar. We regret that your recent experiences weren't as enjoyable due to the cushions and seating. We're always looking for ways to improve, and your feedback is invaluable to us. We hope to have the chance to impress you and your family with our service on your next visit.
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Lauren
Pittsburgh / Western PA1 review
2.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
My waitress last night was one of the worst I have ever experienced. She seemed to be actively avoiding coming to the table. It took 30 minutes to get a drink, 30 minutes to order the food, 30 minutes to get the food. I was so embarrassed to have picked Caroline's. My salmon was cold and overcooked.
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William VIP
Los Angeles88 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, nice staff. A bit noisy for conversation. Food is good!
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Thomas
South Dakota2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service. Outdoor seating was very nice.
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Lou
New York City5 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was just ok. Overpriced for charlotte. It's on the first floor. No view at all. Drinks were pretty good. Cocktails are overpriced though.
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Cynthia VIP
Greater Boston81 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent burger, crab Louis (full size would bd even better!). Muscadet by the glass was appreciated. Great service—thank you, Angela!
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Anais
New York City5 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The oysters were great but that was about it, calamari was chewy and rubbery, steak was not good, mussels were super dry. Didn’t love how the server noticed we didn’t eat much and didn’t ask for to go boxed and still charged us for everything. Overall not a great experience
Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 2 days ago
Hello Anais, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our oysters, but we're sorry to hear that other aspects of your meal didn't meet your expectations. We take all feedback seriously and will certainly pass on your comments about the steak and mussels to our culinary team for review. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and we're sorry to hear that we fell short this time. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and improve upon your previous experience. Best regards, Caroline's Oyster Bar, The Management Team
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FAQs

Caroline's Oyster Bar is rated 4.4 stars by 784 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

120 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC 28202

Additional information

Neighborhood
Uptown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.carolinesoysterbar.com/?y_source=1_MjYwOTUwMTctODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(704) 499-6633

Caroline's Oyster Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Lobsterfest Returns this July at Caroline’s!

Arrive to a Seafood Plateau Surprise

One Million Shucked — Join the Shellebration!

High tide Happy Hour

Pimento Fritters

Point Judith Calamari

Chowder Fries

Appetizers

Crab Louie$20.00

Shrimp Cocktail$18.00

Guacapoke*$18.00

Kennebec Chips & Salmon Dip$16.00

Oysters Rockefeller$22.00

Daily East Coast Oysters*$3.50

Caroline's Oyster Tasting*$0.00

Cornbread$12.00

New England Clam Chowder$10.00

Crab Hush Puppies$16.00

Point Judith Calamari$16.00

Local Meat & Cheese Board$18.00

Pimento Fritters$12.00

Burnt Ends$17.00

Chowder Fries$13.00

Seafood Plateau

Petite*$75.00

Caroline's*$185.00

Build Your Own*$0.00

Greens

Green Goddess$12.00

Classic Caesar$12.00

The Caroline$13.00

Entrées

Brush Creek Ranch 100% Wagyu Burger*$22.00

Halibut Fish & Chips$27.00

Glazed Salmon*$32.00

Shrimp & Lobster Roll$24.00

Cobia$30.00

Seafood Tagliatelle$32.00

Shrimp & Grits$26.00

Chicken Schnitzel$24.00

Wagyu Frites*$36.00

Steamed PEI Mussels$23.00

Sides

Pimento Fritters$8.00

Shoestring Fries$8.00

Simple Greens$7.00

White Cheddar Grits$8.00

Collards & Ham$7.00

Mac & Cheese$8.00

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