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The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood, Calabash, NC

The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood

4.9
4.9
3618 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 70 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighbourhood gem
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, Regional American (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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

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What 3,618 people are saying

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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Overall

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Best Service

  • Coastal North Carolina

    Child-friendly

  • 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 "terrific service" and "authentic coastal seafood" with "huge portions." Guests rave about the "best dining view in the entire Grand Strand" and its "beautiful setting." The restaurant is praised for its "exceptional personal service" and diverse menu options, making it a "local gem."

3,618 Reviews

  1. Huny

    Atlantic City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious, our server MG was incredible! Attentive! And Gracious!

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  2. Grace

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the atmosphere!! Our server, Dan, was top notch!! He knew and presented the specials in a way that had us wanting to try all of them!! Our filet and ribeye were cooked to perfection!! It was my wife's birthday celebration and one of the general managers came to our table to wish her a Happy Birthday!! We love Oyster Rock and highly recommend. Dan will be our requested server on future visits.

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  3. Melody VIP

    Charleston39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Was a bit disappointed that because of St. Paddy’s day didn’t offer an Irish dish. Corned beef, cabbage, potatoes dish would have been nice.

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  4. Tracy

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We eat here a lot. My Husband did a lot of work for this man on this restaurant. This food is amazing. The restaurant is always sold out and the view and atmosphere is to die for. The best service on the beach always clean very friendly. Everybody works together. This owner really knows how to run a restaurant and owns several. highly recommended.

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  5. Stewart

    New York City48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most delightful server and the food was excellent. We all really enjoyed ourselves and would come back again without hesitation.

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  6. Lisa

    Wilmington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner specials were outstanding! Sea Bass, Korean style ribs, Seafood pasta, wow! Service was exceptional!

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  7. Tricia

    Raleigh6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing food and service. We always come early for a cocktail by the water.

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  8. Greg VIP

    Charleston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I say it every time we go that from the time you walk into the door till the time you walk out the door fantastic experience. Jeff is absolutely a wonderful person and is who we always ask for. What a great person he is and truly loves his job. The food is absolutely fabulous always. 

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  9. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Authentic Calabash restaurant with great southern hospitality.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We love this restaurant !!!! The cocktails are phenomenal, food prepared fantastically, the service (Jessie) was absolutely wonderful, she treated us like we were the only table there. Loved her. OVERALL A GREAT EXPERIENCE!!!!

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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 3618 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 70 times today
Google Map for The Oyster Rock Waterfront Seafood

9931 Nance St, Calabash, NC 28467-2715

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    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, Regional American (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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