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The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood, Calabash, NC

The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood

4.9
4.9
3722 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
9931 Nance St, Calabash, NC 28467-2715

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
Welcome to The Oyster Rock, a family-owned and operated waterfront Calabash seafood restaurant specializing in excellent seafood and raw bar items, mixed with a flavorful variety of mouth-watering beef, chicken and pork dishes, along with sandwiches and burgers all prepared in house every day using only the freshest and finest ingredients from local and regional suppliers and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean right outside our doors.

Overlooking the scenic Calabash River and its pristine estuaries and relaxing atmosphere, The Oyster Rock provides the most amazing view around, from our indoor and outdoor seating areas and bars featuring more than 24 domestic and imported beers on tap, 30 wines by the glass and a delicious collection of specialty cocktails.

If you would like to order carryout, orders may be placed by calling 910-579-6875.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Oyster Bar, Low Country
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (910) 579-6875
  • Website
    http://theoysterrock.com/
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Caulfield
  • Location
    9931 Nance St, Calabash, NC 28467-2715
  • Neighborhood
    Calabash
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood's menu was last updated on 4/19/2025.

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What 3,722 people are saying

The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Overall

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Food

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Service

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Value

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Hot spot

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Great for scenic views

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood offers an "amazing dining experience" with "excellent food" and "outstanding service." Diners rave about the "sea bass," "she crab soup," and "oysters." The restaurant features "beautiful views" and a "cozy atmosphere," perfect for special occasions. Attentive staff and delicious specials ensure a memorable visit.

3,722 Reviews

  1. Katie

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Kristy as a server. She was wonderful! Kind and attentive. Always great food!

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  2. David

    Philadelphia10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I really liked the blackened scallops. Overall a favorite in this area.

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  3. Mike

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and awesome food. Can’t wait until our next time!

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  4. Jeff

    Pittsburgh21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The daily special included elk chops and were delicious and prepared perfectly. The boil was very good and abundant with food. The shrimp cocktail seemed somewhat lacking in size. However,, very tasty overall

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  5. Roger

    Charleston13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, we had a very enjoyable experience however the oysters served (Blue Points) were extremely small, especially for the price!! All other food ordered was very good and our server did a great job!

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  6. Dawn VIP

    Greensboro21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal, as usual. Tonight we had the Compressed Watermelon Salad and the Miso Soy Sea Bass. I highly recommend both. Cody was our server tonight and she was exceptional. One of our favorite restaurants ever.

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  7. bruce

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Waiter was very good and offered good food options.

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  8. Michele VIP

    Poconos68 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a fantastic place! The crab soup a MUST HAVE when you dine there! Our server was great! Our dinner was delicious as always! Love this restaurant!

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  9. Kim

    Charleston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was amazing and our server Theresa did a great job

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  10. Joan lee

    Wilmington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous restaurant excellent service excellent food we had a great time

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FAQs

The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (910) 579-6875.

The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood is rated 4.9 stars by 3722 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Coastal North Carolina
  4. Brunswick County
  5. Calabash

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 times today
Google Map for The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood

9931 Nance St, Calabash, NC 28467-2715

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Calabash
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Oyster Bar, Low Country
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Caulfield
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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