Oyster House - Menu

1516 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, 19102, United States Of America

🛍 Bar, Salad, Drinks, Seafood

4.4 💬 12148 Reviews
Oyster House

Phone: +12155677683

Address: 1516 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, 19102, United States Of America

City: Philadelphia

Dishes: 35

Reviews: 12148

Website: http://www.oysterhousephilly.com/

"We visited here for lunch prior to an orchestra performance. Though it has gone through more than one ownership, it is currently owned by the family of the original owners. It remains a Philadelphia institution. The decor is what you would expect from a seafood restaurant, with antique oyster plates lining the walls and dark wood furnishings. Upon entering the first thing you notice is a very active oyster bar with several oyster shuckers busy at work. Beyond that is a vast, well lighted dining room. They certainly have their long time specialties, yet the menu changes daily, depending on the availability of fresh seafood. We found the service to be spot on, a dirty dish does not last long...


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Frederik Frederik

Great stop for oysters and seafood, lively ambiance, good service.

Menu - 35 options

All prices are estimates.

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Larry
Larry

Everything was fresh and delicious. Definitely paying for quality not quantity , but absolutely worth it


Kim
Kim

Tonight 's visit was for Dining Out for Life Action Wellness event. Although crowded busy, the service was excellent. My server, Emilie, a gem. She repeatedly checked to ensure that I was satisfied. A lady refilled my water without my having to look around for someone to tend to this task. I had the grilled scallops in a slightly spicy sauce. I 'm not a spicy food eater, but this dish was not overbearing. It 's a good start for people such as myself who are retraining our tastes buds. Spicy is good for sinuses, I 'm told. For dessert, I had a coconut cream pie, with a mango sauce underneath. The pie was delicious. I didn 't care for the sauce. I would pipe the sauce decoratively around the p...


Bret
Bret

We visited here for lunch prior to an orchestra performance. Though it has gone through more than one ownership, it is currently owned by the family of the original owners. It remains a Philadelphia institution. The decor is what you would expect from a seafood restaurant, with antique oyster plates lining the walls and dark wood furnishings. Upon entering the first thing you notice is a very active oyster bar with several oyster shuckers busy at work. Beyond that is a vast, well lighted dining room. They certainly have their long time specialties, yet the menu changes daily, depending on the availability of fresh seafood. We found the service to be spot on, a dirty dish does not last long o...

Philadelphia

Philadelphia

Philadelphia, known for its rich history, offers cheesesteaks, soft pretzels, and hoagies as local specialties, alongside a vibrant arts scene and historic landmarks like the Liberty Bell.

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  • Bar Explore our diverse selection of refreshing cocktails, craft beers, and fine wines. Perfect for unwinding after a long day or celebrating with friends, each drink is crafted with passion and quality ingredients.
  • Salad A delightful assortment of vibrant salads, featuring fresh greens, seasonal vegetables, and savory toppings, drizzled with our signature dressings for a refreshing and wholesome meal experience.
  • Drinks Quench your thirst with our refreshing selection of drinks, from hand-crafted cocktails and fine wines to non-alcoholic delights, including sodas, juices, and expertly brewed coffee and tea. Perfect complements to your meal!
  • Seafood Dive into the freshest catches of the sea with our seafood selection, featuring exquisite dishes prepared with high-quality fish and shellfish. Savor the flavors of the ocean in every bite!

Amenities

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  • Cash
  • Takeout
  • Seating

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