Dive into a shellfish lover’s paradise on National Oyster Day in Philly! Enjoy succulent oysters at top eateries like Assembly Rooftop Lounge, The Dutch, Royal Boucherie, and more.
On Saturday, August 5, you can experience the best of the sea across Greater Philadelphia with a range of stunning shellfish offerings. From oyster-centric deals to classic raw bar essentials, the city’s foodie scene has got you covered with delightful mollusks served in style. Here’s our short list of where you can get your shuck on in honor of National Oyster Day.
Assembly Rooftop Lounge hosts The Grove at Assembly, a coastal Mediterranean escape located on the swanky ninth floor overlooking Benjamin Franklin Parkway. During this spring/summer pop-up, you can savor Assembly’s Oysters while sipping on Frozen Aperol Spritz or Frosé, making you feel like you’re on an Italian cliffside getaway.
Fine-dining BYOB, At The Table, presents the new dish Grilled Acadian Pearl Oysters, featuring six fresh oysters on the half-shell, kale, lemon herb compound butter, crispy Old Bay potato chip, Parmesan cheese, and pancetta.
Offering Oysters & Rosé pairing every Thursday, The Dutch serves a half dozen oysters and a glass of rosé, allowing you to enjoy the ambiance of South Philadelphia. This special deal will also be available alongside their regular Thursday service on National Oyster Day.
Celebrating National Oyster Day on August 5, Forsythia presents specialty cocktails, discounted beverages, and a half-dozen oyster medley of both east and west coast oysters, complemented by green tomato cocktail sauce, rosé mignonette, and uni Champagne sauce. Chef Christopher Kearse will also be shucking oysters all day for guests.
Indulge in buck-a-shuck oysters during Gaul & Co. Malt House’s Seafood Night every Wednesday from 4 pm to 12 am at Port Richmond and Rockledge locations. On National Oyster Day, enjoy buck-a-shuck oysters in Cape May Salts and Savage Blonde varieties.
Savor a Spanish tapas-style take on the classic seafood tower, Parrillada de Mariscos, at Oloroso on National Oyster Day. It offers a platter of assorted seafood, including fresh oysters on the half shell, with the option to add caviar for an indulgent experience.
Royal Boucherie features an all-day menu with Oysters on the Half Shell, Half Dozen Oysters, a Glass of Sparkling Wine for happy hour, and a special Oyster Shooter and Oyster Chowder for National Oyster Day. Pair them with Champagne or Manzanilla Sherry for a perfect match.
Enjoy a dozen Pink Moon Oysters during dinner at The Twisted Tail and a half dozen during Social Hour, daily from 4 pm to 6 pm. For August and September, the restaurant is also launching buck-a-shuck oysters during Social Hour.
Chef Townsend Wentz’s restaurant, Townsend EPX, on East Passyunk Avenue offers a mid-summer take on oysters with Savage Blonde Oysters, prepared with cucumber granita and borage flower.
Urban Farmer serves a half-dozen Oysters topped with champagne cucumber granita, creating a light and effervescent twist on a classic mignonette.
On National Oyster Day, embrace your inner seafood-loving foodie by visiting these incredible spots and celebrating the flavors of the ocean’s bounty. Happy shucking!
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