I don't know how I didn't hit this place years ago as regular visitor to Columbia for Football games and everything USC. Our first time was on a Friday night and we went straight to the back room and had great Oysters and Shrimp. There...More
Fresh shucked oysters, cold beer, hard working staff, good mixed drinks too. Great spot to tuck into for a few hours.
We deliberately arrived by 5PM on a Thursday (10/3/19) & were the 1st customers back in the bar-style eating area...we came especially because it is a real "they shuck your oysters" oyster bar. It was so good to have the guys shuck the half peck...More
We ordered steamed oysters and shrimp and Growder. Oysters were freshly steamed and shucked at our counter. Shucker had great attitude on a slow night. Shrimp was well prepared. Try the Growder!
We loved Oyster Bar Columbia. Of course we are staying with Mother Shucker so she suggested we eat there. In all fairness, we had googled and planned to eat there all along. My husband is not an oyster lover but had outstanding shrimp with a...More
Had a great meal at the Oyster Bar! Fresh and cold oysters shucked right at the bar. Only bar seating but very nice atmosphere. Clam chowder and steamed shrimp were also delicious. Can’t forget the famous Mother Shucker cocktail sauce - a MUST.
The beer was cold. The oysters were cold, clean, and of reasonable size. Bug was our server. Sweet and kind young lady with a flair for customer service. She took great care to open, clean, and serve raw oysters properly. We will visit again.
To start with we showed up early, the place was empty and they wouldn't seat us until everyone was there. They set us up in the back where the bar is and crammed us so closely together. As some of the later stragglers came in...More
Great authentic Oyster bar! Shuck them for you as you eat um up. Fresh shrimp by half or pound, other fresh seafood. Also good bar upfront. Dont mess with franchises like Pearlz, do the real deal in the Vista.
This is a real old-time oyster bar! The shuckers do their job right in front of you, and they are experts. 2 dozen oysters, and not a single piece of roster shell! The oysters were big and plump, and were the best that we had...More
Our favorite go to place for some good seafood in a local setting! Love taking friends and family visiting the area. Be sure to sit in the back if you're going for the Oysters!
Arrived and was told 45 minute wait. no problem had some great apps at the bar oyster shooters are very good. other happy hours items to choose from. Fish very good. Everyone was very happy with their meals
In Columbia for a concert, with no desire for overpriced "chef food". We found just what we were looking for at the Oyster Bar, and we don't even like oysters! Authentic, casual, friendly atmosphere! Super service, great drinks, fair prices and good food! Place was...More
Great spot, fresh steamed shucked in front of you can get by dozan or peck..great drinks, fresh seafood...just a good local crowd ...cant miss if in the Vista
Did a triple play- dozen raw oysters, 1 lb crab legs, and a pound of shrimp. All Excellent!! All accompanying sauces, crackers, lemons etc provided. Washed down with our favorite beverage. Great stop as it always is.
