There was review that said this place was closed when I was researching places to buy seafood while…read morerenting a house in town - but it was open 10-6pm when we went July 3-5th, 2023. Maybe that was just around Covid? Great fresh seafood to cook at home. Even the other fish places on the water front down the street that sold some fresh fish recommended we go here. We got a big beautiful salmon fillet & some shrimp cocktail to eat right then. Tons of gourmet seasonings, teas & other amazing bits. Highly recommend. Note our Air BNB said we weren't allowed to cook crab inside? We did get some already cooked crab here also & they were delicious. Also randomly - Someone said you can put your own crab traps on the pier & I saw signs of places on the waterfront that said they'd cook your crab for you.

This is mostly a fish market but I like to check out the food offerings in such places. There is a…read morelimited menu but what they have is quite good. Try the fisherman's chowder, which is loaded with shrimp, fish and scallops. I have grown weary of chowders that seem to be primarily potatoes. Also a winner is the grilled shrimp sandwich. There is one table inside and a picnic table or two outside. Service is slow, but hey, it's a fish market, not a restaurant. Look for the big blue building on the southwest end of Old Town.

We stopped by the Bandon Fish Market and ordered the halibut fish & chips... and wow, they did not…read moredisappoint! The halibut was perfectly flaky with a light, crispy batter that let the fresh fish shine. The fries were hot, crispy, and the perfect sidekick. Great food, friendly service, and a laid-back coastal vibe that makes you want to linger. If you're in Bandon and craving fish & chips, this place is definitely worth the stop. We'll be back for another round!

We ordered the cod fish & chips and the crab sandwich. The cod was fried to a perfect golden brown…read moreand the staff gave us a generous portion of crab on the sandwich. Given it was a Saturday evening there was plenty of outside seating compared to Tony's down the street and much less of a wait. Even though we were dining in, all the food came in to-go boxes with plastic utensils which I find wasteful. They didn't even have salt shakers to use in-house. We had to ask for salt for our fries and all they had was single use salt and pepper packets. A little surprising! C'mon, you can do better and it would probably also save you money to serve some of your food in some reusable baskets and provide condiments for in-house use.

In my experience, the best fish and chips comes from a small, family run joint next to the ocean…read morethat operates on a shoestring budget, and has lines that stretch down the block. There are notable exceptions like Barrel Mountain Brewing and Kells Irish Pub (look them up if you are in Oregon or Washington). Bandon Bait, true to its name, also sells bait and tackle, and the first time I drove past, it sported a line that ran the length of the building. I have reviewed fish and chips at many restaurants over the years, so I have a lot to compare these with. So, here goes. First, the breading has an herbal flavor, and is delicate without being self-unwrapping. It stays on, which is good. The fish is fresh, and cooked properly. I tend to favor battered fish, as opposed to breaded, though. Still, while it is not my favorite on the Oregon Coast, it has a lot going for it. I'm comparing these fish and chips to the results of a 30 year quest to find the best ones on the Oregon Coast, so not all of them are going to knock my socks off, but that doesn't mean that they are not excellent. They give a little dish of bay shrimp cocktail with each serving. That was nice. My wife had the prawns, and she liked them while remarking that the dill pickle in the cocktail sauce was strange, but seemed to be okay. The fries were shoestring, and got cold quickly in the prevailing gales that buffeted the outdoor tables. I have long hair, and it really wanted to join the clam chowder on the spoon, but that was the appetizer, and will be addressed soon. Back to the fries. They were okay. They had a seasoned salt of unknown origin on them that was pleasant. The chowder was above average. The portion was decent, and it wasn't too thin. It tasted nice, but had an unadventurous flavor. It's the kind you want when you have been disappointed by a previous chowder, and just need something familiar. It tastes good, but not ecstatically good. All in all, it was a serviceable meal. Don't let the mild criticisms lead you to think I was disappointed, or would not recommend stopping in. Just because something is not the best, it doesn't mean that it's not delicious.

Posted as the best fish and chips on south coast of Oregon. It is done in a unique way without the…read moreheavy batter and excess grease. Portions are generous. Ordering process, communication with customers and dining experience lacks. I liked there coating of fish. Fries were nothing to write home about. Seating is limited and a step or two from side of road. They made their own dipping sauce with horse radish. I did not see or offered malt vinegar. I would try again. Polite staff

Everything you need for fishing here And a lot of local…read moretourist things. No fishing for us but i know where to come.

The food is great I love the Cheeseburgers the burger was done just the way I like it fresh lettuce…read moretomato onion pickles their Clam Chowder is one of the best on the coast lots of clams and it's not just potato soup but what I like most is the friendly people there I will continue to eat at the port-o-call Bait and Tackle.

The lobster roll was the star of the meal. It was generously loaded with tender, sweet lobster,…read moreserved on a perfectly toasted roll, and let the freshness of the seafood shine without being overcomplicated. Every bite was worth it. The crab cakes were just as impressive. They were packed with crab, nicely seasoned, and cooked to a perfect golden crisp on the outside while staying tender and flavorful inside. You could actually taste the crab instead of a bunch of filler, which is exactly how a great crab cake should be. The laid-back, waterfront vibe makes this the kind of place where you can grab incredible seafood, relax, and enjoy everything that makes Bandon special. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Tony's Crab Shack is one of those places you don't want to miss. If you're trying to decide what to order, the lobster roll and crab cakes are an easy recommendation.

Given all the hype, this place was terribly underwhelming. The world, famous crab sandwich on…read moresourdough was fair to middling at best. The New England clam chowder likely came out of a can from Cisco. And I believe our biggest regret was ordering a dozen oysters. Now, I've been eating oysters for 50 years in just about every state that harvests them. These oysters are gigantic, which in itself is not a problem. However, they smelled and taste like dead fish, with the texture of soggy bread. There was absolutely no salty brine. This could indeed be a local variety that I just don't care for. But to me, they taste like they were shucked a week ago and soaked in a bucket of fishy water and put back in the shell to serve. Additionally, they were warmer than room temp and not served on ice. I only managed to swallow two before throwing in the towel. My wife who is an oyster lover, only ate one. I'd like to think that I'm wrong, but I can tell you that I regret every penny I spent there. and will certainly not go back. -so, update on the oysters. The oysters served were Coos Bay Area oysters, which are too large to serve on the half shell. They are primarily used for frying. The fine dining restaurants in the area do not and will never serve them on the half shell.

Southern Oregon Coast food options can be hit or miss to say the least, but this one delivered…read more Food and drinks all hit the spot. Great A+ service as well. I ordered a biscuit and butter on the side and when the server brought it she said, "I brought you some of this awesome marionberry jam as well" which was a nice touch.

Stopped by for a light bite. Snagged a table with a great view. Prompt service. The smoked salmon…read morechowder is outstanding!! Very rich and thick. Fresh salads. Varied menu has something for everyone.

A reasonably good grocery store for a small rural town in Oregon, but still missing many things I'm…read morelooking for. For example, I was looking for tzatziki, and no store employee I talked to even knew what it is. That said, you can get almost anything you need there, just not everything you want. The produce department is small, but reasonably well stocked. The butcher counter has almost everything you might seek, but you won't find the normal coolers filled with prepackaged meat and poultry (that's not necessarily bad, just unusual). They have a good selection of many items, and very few of some others. One complaint: It's clear that many of the items are stocked by distributors, not store employees, so different brands of the same item are often not found together -- which makes comparing what's available a pain in the tail -- not cool. That means you can search all over, not find exactly what you're looking for, settle for something less than ideal, only to find the similar item which is what you really wanted later in a different location. Argh!! My experience in Bandon is that I have to go to both McKay's and Ray's in order to get the things I need on any given grocery run -- there's always something that one store doesn't have, that I hope the other does.

The place is a ripoff, and it smells like fish. Go elsewhere. Grumpy employees…read more...........................

All I can say is DELICIOUS. Love this place. Their menu is amazing and the selection of ice cream…read moreis broad.

This place is absolutely amazing lots of locally made food and amenities, full menu, great ice…read morecream choices, plenty of space and staff was great, cauliflower option for pizza crust you can't go wrong!

McKay's Market is a grocery store I've shopped in a couple grocery stores in Oregon towns and am…read morehappy to choose this company when I have an option. This grocery store has the small town feel while offering a large amount of products. I definitely recommend McKay's Market whether you're doing weekly shopping or just stopping in for snacks or picnic supplies.

While staying in a VRBO in the area, this is the main grocery store. We found their produce to be…read morefresh. They had all the items we were looking for including items we normally don't see in MN grocery stores like wine and beer. There aren't a lot of alternatives in the area, but McKay's should provide you with what you need for your stay. Nice people, easy parking.