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Oyster River, Palmetto, FL

Oyster River

4.6
4.6
44 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
  • Fancy
  • Great for scenic views
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Located on the 8th floor of our "Ship on Land" themed Marriott Resort and Spa, the Oyster River restaurant offers an unparalleled dining experience with spectacular views of the city skyline and marina. Guests can savor fresh oysters shucked right at the bar, complemented by an extensive selection of fine wines.

Book your reservation today and indulge in a meal that delights both the palate and the eyes—a truly must-try experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 304-3115
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Palmetto
  • Cross street
    7th street/US-41 Located in the Palmetto Marriott Resort on the 8th floor.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 44 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Good for special occasions

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Lively

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oyster River offers a dining experience with "amazing" views and "outstanding" service. The seafood dishes, including Sea Bass and Crab Cakes, receive rave reviews. While some note high prices and noise, the "beautiful" presentation and "fantastic" ambiance make it a delightful choice for special occasions.

44 Reviews
  1. Andre

    VIP

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was spectacular. The service was outstanding. The only issue was the restaurant had no hand wipes or finger bowls to clean your hands after eating a seafood tower appetizer. With small bathrooms, hand washing was not easy to gain access to. At this price point you don’t expect your hands to be sticky and engulfed in a seafood smell for the duration of your meal after ordering a $113 appetizer. They were out of handi-wipes according to the server. That should not happen at a restaurant charging this much. Will I return? Absolutely, I just won’t order raw seafood appetizers.
    Oyster RiverResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Andre. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. However, we apologize for the inconvenience caused by the lack of hand wipes. We understand how important it is to have clean hands after dining, especially when enjoying our seafood towers. We're sorry for this oversight and will certainly look into this matter. We're glad to hear that you're planning to return and look forward to providing you with an even better experience next time. Best Regards, The Management Team at Oyster River

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  2. Michael

    VIP

    New York City

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oyster River is good. Had cappuccino and Sea Bass… awesome then a ricotta brûlée….. great view on the 8th floor…. Expensive but a great atmosphere and culinary skill.
    Oyster RiverResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Michael! So glad to hear that you enjoyed your time with us at Oyster River and that our view of the city was to your liking. We're happy you found the overall atmosphere of our restaurant to your liking, and we hope to see you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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  3. Jackie

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    LOVED IT. The chocolate display and gingerbread house in the lobby was superb.
    Oyster RiverResponded 1 day ago
    Jackie, we're thrilled that you had a great experience with our service and loved it. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we can't wait to welcome you back to Oyster River soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. Lou

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant is beautiful. Oysters Rockefeller were the best I’ve ever tasted. Carpaccio was also outstanding. Fillet steak and scallops were also extremely delicious. Deserts did not let us down. It was a beautiful evening and we were happy we went.
    Oyster RiverResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Lou! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Oyster River. It's wonderful to know that our Oysters Rockefeller, Carpaccio, Fillet Steak, and Scallops hit the mark for you! We're also glad that our desserts lived up to your expectations. We strive to make every visit a memorable one and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, The Management Team

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  5. Dana

    VIP

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks and wine were very good The Amuse-bouche was delicious- a tempura shrimp roll w fried carrots on top! Should be a menu item! Burger w homemade chips was very good too! Brussels sprouts were just ok
    Oyster RiverResponded on December 14, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Dana! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed our drinks and wine, especially the Amuse-bouche. We appreciate your feedback on the Brussels sprouts. We strive to provide a great experience, and your review helps us do just that. We hope to welcome you back to Oyster River soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. Silena

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were very pleasant, the views were beautiful at sunset.
    Oyster RiverResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your review, Silena! We are pleased that you enjoyed our staff and found our views to be beautiful. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Cathy

    Tallahassee

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most amazing experience starting with Stephanie!! She is a lovely personable young lady….Always so welcoming. The servers James and Gabriel were so professional and kind!! The atmosphere is beautiful and extremely fun!! The food is spectacular and delicious!! We will return every chance we get!! Cathy and Ray
    Oyster RiverResponded on December 13, 2024
    Cathy, We're to glad to hear about your amazing experience at Oyster River! It's fantastic to know that our team made you feel welcome and that you enjoyed the food and ambiance. We always aim to provide the best service and food, and it's rewarding to hear that we've succeeded. Your kind words mean a lot to us and we look forward to welcoming you back for another fun and memorable experience. Thank you for the 5-star review! Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening celebrating our 32nd wedding anniversary. Oysters were outstanding!!! The dessert was unique and delicious. I had the filet and it was cooked to perfection.
    Oyster RiverResponded on December 10, 2024
    Thanks for visiting us and celebrating your 32nd wedding anniversary at Oyster River! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our unique dessert and the outstanding oysters. It's great to know that our filet was cooked to perfection, too! We strive to provide exceptional food and service, and your feedback lets us know we're on the right track. We can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable dining experiences. Best Regards, The Management Team

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  9. Krystal

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    View was nice. Food was incredible ask for server James he was fantastic!
    Oyster RiverResponded on December 10, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words and fantastic ratings! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the view and found our food incredible. We always aim to provide the best service possible, and we're glad to know we hit the mark during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back to Oyster River soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  10. Janyese

    Tampa

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    No doubt the best meal I’ve had in the whole of the Tampa Bay area. Charley’s, Berns, OysterCatchers, Eddie V’s and Del Frisco’s included.
    Oyster RiverResponded on December 10, 2024
    We're over the moon to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Oyster River so much! It's wonderful to know that our food stood out as the best you've had in the Tampa Bay area. We take pride in our food and service, so your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best Regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Oyster River is rated 4.6 stars by 44 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Oyster River

600 US-41, Palmetto, FL 34221-4050

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    7th street/US-41 Located in the Palmetto Marriott Resort on the 8th floor.
  • Neighborhood
    Palmetto
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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