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The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood, Calabash, NC

The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood

4.9 (3693)
$30 and under
Seafood
9931 Nance St, Calabash, NC 28467-2715

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 61 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Caulfield
  • 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

What 3,693 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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Overall

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Food

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Service

  • 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.

3,693 Reviews
  1. Steven VIP

    Las Vegas40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We waited far too long to check this place out. I guarantee our return trip won’t take long though. We were extremely pleased with our experience.

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  2. Suzi

    Wilmington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been going to oyster rock on my annual NC trip for the last 8 years and it never disappointments. The food, staff and atmosphere is incredible! Great experience and cannot wait for my next trip already

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  3. Mary

    Greensboro1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t say enough about the restaurant management - they just get it- in particular Bryant’s Porter. Our servers are always spot on without exception and know how to serve customers. All in all best customer experience around. I’ll book a reservation every time I know I’m going to be in the area. Well done Oyster Rock!!!!!!

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  4. Rosalie

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fresh and delicious! Crab dip with warm, fresh pita was amazing. Shrimp Scampi was perfect with flavorful lemon & butter sauce. Hush puppies YUM! My BF had grouper and couldn't stop raving about the flavor, although I don't recall what the sauce was on top, but he said it was top notch. No room for dessert, but ordered a slice of Key Lime Pie to go. Teresa V was so personable and we enjoyed her very much.

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  5. Ron VIP

    Charlotte18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EJ was an excellent waiter. Food and drinks arrived promptly and were very good. I had oysters on the half shell and a wedge salad. Highly recommend.

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  6. Rick VIP

    Charleston15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply outstanding! Oyster Rock never disappoints. Food, service, and value were all 5 stars. Our out of town guest said her seafood baked casserole was the best she ever had.

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  7. Karla

    Wilmington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Matt was excellent and the food is always consistently good!!

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  8. L VIP

    Charleston146 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Seated inside. Was ok until a group of six women who assumed it is ok to scream at each other and laugh hysterically were seated next to us. But what can you do about learning to be a tad considerate. Now our server Joel was absolutely wonderful and took great care of us during our dining experience. The clam chowder and oysters Rockefeller were so delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed those. Husband had the filet special with scallops and shrimp served with a delicious white sauce. Very good but the steak was just alright. Brother had scallops served in white wine sauce and the scallops were as he said were mushy and flavorless. He said pan seared would have done them justice. I ordered the grilled romaine salad that was not good. There might have been 1 tablespoon of goat cheese and a few bites of tomato. The bacon had an odd taste. I orders the peel and eat shrimp which are in shell and NOT deveined. So I could not eat those BUT Joel took care of me and I had an excellent jumbo shrimp cocktail. We have been coming here for a few years now and it was unfortunately a disappointment. I know the fresh fish specials are always phenomenal so till next time

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  9. Monica

    Charleston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is above Top Notch!!! All of the employees, from hostesses to servers, bus boys to management are beyond incredible!!! Our most favorite restaurant by far along the whole Grand Strand & surrounding areas!!! Request Joe or Matt as your servers, you will not be disappointed!

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  10. Karen VIP

    Charlotte12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent wait staff and food. Would recommend to anyone.

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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 3693 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Coastal North Carolina
  4. Brunswick County
  5. Calabash

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 61 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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