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    Alaskan Oyster Shack

    4.7 (27 reviews)
    Closed • 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Louisa M.

    There's an inherent health risk to eating raw oysters, and my hubby found this out the hard way after downing a dozen from Alaskan Oyster Shack. Now I don't necessarily blame the establishment (they publish tons of warnings and you consume these at your own risk), but the food poisoning he got here did leave my hubby out of commission for two days during our cruise to Alaska. So be aware. The shack is located right off the cruise dock in Ketchikan. The day we visited, they had two varieties on offer: Blue Starr and Canoe Lagoon. Hubby got a dozen sampler plate for $40 before tax and tip. The couple running the Shack were very friendly and chatty, and they made us feel so welcome. This is a strictly outdoor restaurant, so we grabbed a picnic table along the water. The oysters looked nice and fresh, and they smelled of the sea. Nothing was "off" about them at all. They were served with the traditional mignonette sauces that were very good. I didn't eat any oysters, so I didn't get sick. But my hubby sure did, and within a couple of hours of eating here. I don't really think I can recommend this place but then again, it was his choice to consume raw shellfish. Just be careful and be aware in case you get a bad batch.

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    Jeremy L.

    9/9/2925 - This is a popup store that is just located right at the Exit Gate of each cruese ship at the Berth 4 at the Port of Ketchikan, Alaska. The Oyster is fresh, but expensive at $5 each. The staff is very friendly.

    Oysters two ways

    Hands down, the best oysters I've ever had. I was fortunate enough to cruise to Ketchikan last year and just returned from my second trip. These oysters will haunt me until Evan return again. Incredible!!

    Karen N.

    Max is an oyster lover. I am not. The weather was beautiful today and we decided to get Max his fix before we boarded our ship. Max got three different oysters. The two ladies who worked inside the shack were very friendly.

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    Anna D.

    Cute little walk up window with picnic tables on the pier. We ordered half a dozen oysters which were big and fresh. The guy at the window was kind and informative. Quick service. They have a variety of local hot sauces too! We sat and ate cold oysters and watched seaplanes land and take off! Super cool experience.

    Emily F.

    Great stop for oysters. Order at the counter and plenty of space to sit. We ordered 2 dozen oysters and they came out fairly quick. No one else was there as it was an odd time but definitely recommend. Oysters were fresh and liked the unique mignonette and hot sauces. Service was friendly and prices were reasonable.

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    Amazing oysters! Some of the best I've ever had. The red wine vinegar shallot sauce was super tasty on top!

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    My husband said these were the best oysters he has had in a long time. Nice big oysters!!

    Bonnie Y.

    fresh oysters! yes we had some even after the delicious king crab legs we got. great services, wish they would have some beer on tap to go with the oysters!

    Karlet L.

    Best oysters I've had in a while - extremely creamy and fresh. My only advice is to get 6 dozens instead of 3.... Because you might not find any at your next cruise stop

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    Berto P.

    This is such an awesome place, owned by long time Ketchikan residents. Let me tell you: you won't find oysters this fresh anywhere else! They source all of their oysters locally, helping other local area businesses and offering you a taste of the fresh Alaskan ocean! You can definitely taste the difference. They also have a handful of sauces and accoutrement to complement your oysters. In the afternoons they also offer grilled oysters and their secret seasoning mix is to die for! Come quick, they only have a limited supply every day! It's also great to support locally owned and operated businesses!

    Lynda P.

    Delicious oysters! Tastes very fresh and I love the sauce that comes with it! Friendly service and cute Alaskan vibe with outdoor tables to sit at.

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    All I can say is WOW!! Best oysters we've ever had! Looking forward to coming back next year!!

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    Fresh shucked oysters were great! Sauces were great... Service was fast, price was just ok...

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    Big place, fast service: draft beers while we waited for our order; shared tables, tasty Oysters and the price was right.

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    4.3(666 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    On a recent Alaskan cruise, this was our lunch spot during the Ketchikan port day. As it's located…read morein a very busy shopping district and next to the Lumberjack show, this is a popular spot. On a drizzly July day with several cruise ships docked, we waited over 30 minutes during the prime lunch hour to order our food, with the line far outside the door and onto the sidewalk. But the line moves fast and we found seats in the 2nd dining room (there's also outdoor seating weather permitting). The food came quickly, a little over 10 minutes after we ordered. My wife chose the Alaskan Sampler Fish & Chips, with one of each of the 3 fried fish options: Pacific Cod, local Silver Salmon and local Halibut. It also came with a generous portion of fries as well as a side of coleslaw. Of all the fish, the halibut was her favorite. She surprisingly enjoyed the coleslaw, as it was dressed with a house-made vinaigrette and wasn't sweet (like many other places use mayo and relish). There was malt vinegar and ketchup on the tables. My salad had a huge salmon filet covering it, with vinaigrette on the side. It was very filling, and I felt better about myself for choosing a healthier option at port after days of overeating on this cruise. We did order sodas with our meal. There is a self-serve soda fountain with free refills. There is also a small bar inside the dining room where you can order draft beer as well as wine and cocktails.

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    3.3(71 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    We came here for the crab off the cruise ship a few weeks ago. Wanted to go to a spot down the…read morestreet but the line was sooooo long so we came here instead. We had a group of 8; sat fairly quickly for being a packed house. Menu was decent in choices; prices were super high in my opinion for what you got especially with being so close to the water. But I get it tourists... charge more. The crab was delicious and prepared well. But the other items we got were just meh. The clam chowder wasn't anything special and the fish tacos were strange in flavor combos. They didn't mesh; but the fish was cooked nicely. Our waitress was an adorable Asian girl that was really kind and on her A game handling all the tables. Our table was by a kiosk where the waiters come to put in orders and there was a Caucasian guy that worked there that was griping to his coworkers about cruise customers. Basically said I hate when the ships come in and we get all these customers. He just wasn't kind nor seemed like he wanted to be there. So being able to hear that was just off putting.

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