The Oystermen Seafood Bar & Kitchen

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  Lewis McNeilly

  ·3 months ago

  “Outstanding from start to finish. I sat at the oyster bar which I’d definitely recommend if you’re going on your own. Watching the chefs shuck the oysters and plate every dish added to the whole experience. I had six oysters across four different species, followed by the smoked Scottish trout and the grilled octopus, with a Riesling to pair. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented and full of flavour. A special mention to Joseph, who looked after me throughout. He was incredibly knowledgeable, talked me through the different oysters, made some great recommendations and was genuinely passionate about the food and wine. His service made an already great meal even better. One of the best seafood meals I’ve had in London and I’ll definitely be back.”

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  S P

  ·4 months ago

  “Oystermen is one of my favourite seafood restaurants. The service was amazing, and the staff were very attentive and welcoming. The seafood was incredibly fresh the crab was sweet and delicious. The oysters were good, although a little on the small side. The sticky toffee pudding was excellent, with a rich, indulgent sauce that was the perfect way to finish the meal. The location is great, and I would recommend booking a table in advance as it can get busy. Overall, a fantastic dining experience, and I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended!”

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  anu aggarwal

  ·5 months ago

  “I can't believe I haven't been to The Oystermen sooner. What a gem of a restaurant. The service was spectacular, we were celebrating a big birthday and the restaurant was perfect. We were warmly welcomed, our food came out at the right time, not rushed. We were attended to quickly. The food was incredible, I want to go back and try different flavours of oysters. We had the infamous Tempura ones and the Buffalo ones. So Good!! The anchovy toast was also to die for. I could eat this all day! Honestly if you have tried this restaurant before then you're missing out. Don't be like us and wait 9 years to find this place.”

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  Pete Neal

  ·5 months ago

  “The Oystermen is a fantastic example of what a good seafood restaurant should be, warm inviting staff, excellent food and a great wine list. We lovedthe oysters which are huge! And the John Dory & Hake as mains were exceptional - if you like your seafood, you should absolutely visit this place!”

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  Lyra Sanchez

  ·5 months ago

  “Absolutely loved our time here. We were seated at the bar, service was friendly and the atmosphere was buzzing. We had the sardines, octopus, hake, monkfish, fennel and cabbage salads. Food was great and we really enjoyed ourselves. My favourite dish of the evening was the octopus. The octopus itself was the perfect texture and the tomatoes were so sweet and flavourful. Would recommend.”

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  Eudonni Moricom

  ·5 months ago

  “On a glorious London afternoon, we took a table for two outside at The Oystermen in Covent Garden, which proved the right choice. The passing crowds created a lively backdrop, giving the meal a real sense of place and energy. Service was one of the strongest parts of the visit. Attentive, efficient, and well judged. We never once needed to look around for assistance, as the staff remained alert and present throughout without becoming intrusive. I began with the grilled octopus. Sadly, this dish fell short. It lacked the char and smokiness you hope for from proper grilling, and the texture leaned too soft. More importantly, the flavour never truly arrived, leaving it forgettable rather than satisfying. My colleague chose the cooked oysters and rated them highly, describing them as terrific. A far stronger start. For the main course, I ordered monkfish. The fish itself was cooked well, moist, firm, and generously portioned. However, the accompanying curry sauce let the plate down. It was thin in texture and lacked depth. Worse, its generic curry profile overwhelmed the monkfish rather than supporting it, masking the quality of the seafood. My colleague’s John Dory was a success. While naturally not the meatiest fish, it was prepared beautifully and full of flavour. Both mains came with chips that deserve special mention. Crisp, golden, and deeply satisfying. Easily among the best fried chips I have had in London. The Oystermen is a restaurant I would happily return to. The setting, service, and clear seafood potential make it worth another visit. Next time, I would explore more of the menu and hope the kitchen’s execution matches the promise of the venue.”

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  Gary Wise

  ·6 months ago

  “What a great experience! Pitched up for an ad hoc birthday celebration one Sunday afternoon. Started with a good Bloody Mary and a craft beer. Good oyster selection, chose couple Tempura-fried oysters as a start. Then some plates to share. My wife has lived in New England and praised the Chowder. Everyone was really friendly, helpful and professional. Even brought us a birthday fizz and card. Small menu but lots of highlights. Very competent kitchen. Thoroughly recommend!!”

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  Neale Harrison

  ·6 months ago

  “It’s been a few years since I’ve eaten here so took the opportunity to try it again with my wife yesterday. It wasn’t super busy which was unusual - we sat at the bar as we quite like to see what’s going on while we are eating! The menu is actually quite large considering the kitchen is really small - there was a lunch special of fish pie and a drink but we wanted a crab so went for the smallest one they had - still large at 1kg weight. We ordered sourdough bread and fries too. Having a good view from the bar I was shocked that the crab was being prepared for us by bringing hit with the handle of a screwdriver - surely there are specialist tools for this! The crab was really fresh and tasty, bread went really well with the crab and the fries were excellent. Enjoyed our food. Staff vey friendly”

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  Helen Seward

  ·6 months ago

  “Have wanted to try here for years and wasn't disappointed. Went for the Oyster Happy Hour (currently Mon-Fri 3-5pm) which is 6 oysters (their choice) and a glass of Prosecco for £15 and tried some other items as well. Food delicious, service was very friendly and helpful too.”

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  Mirna

  ·8 months ago

  “Had a lovely family lunch for my son's birthday. He really wanted to eat good quality oysters. We had 2 types and they did not disappoint. Seabas was amazing, dressed crab was meaty and sweet just as it should be. My skate wing was mych amaller than Ive neen used to in other places but I was satisfied. Black ink risotto was a bit on the bland side. The Australian waiter was lovely and informative. Great location. I do recommend.”

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