WOW! The best seafood that I've had in a while, with a beautiful view. Everything we had was fantastic, and of course we splurged on the oysters (they were so good we had to get another plate). I preferred the fresh oysters to the grilled, but that is personal preference. Crab was nothing fancy, but super fresh. The bread and butter were delicious, and I wish I had it available at home. Bathrooms are spacious and quite clean. One men's stall and one women's stall. Inside is very much what you would expect from an outdoor bathroom. Worth going out of your way to come to this Hog Island location. Make a reservation beforehand. I dream about coming back again soon :) read more

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We came on a Saturday afternoon, waited quite a while to seated and then they ran out of most things on the menu that we wanted to order. This place is known for their oysters. They have both grilled and raw oysters. We got the raw oysters and they were good, nice sauces that came with it too. Just disappointed we couldn't try anything else. read more

Hog Island Oyster - Raw oysters - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

Whoa, this place has a cool vibe, but please moderate your expectations before coming here. This place is known for its fresh and delicious selection of oysters, and I frequently go to their location in the Ferry building, which always a good selection of delicious and fresh oysters. So I finally made the trek to come out to their farm and get oysters from the source-- but was but delighted and disappointed. Its quite a drive out to get here, and if your goal is to eat (dine in) fresh oysters, all the oysters get put on ice first, so the difference in freshness in you making the drive versus their trucks driving down from SF, isn't very clear to me. They usually only have one kind of raw shucked oyster-- which for us was a let down given the long drive. Price was also around $4, so not getting a crazy deal coming all the way out. For to-go, they have a good variety and sizes of unshucked oysters, and price was around ~$3 each. Aside from raw oysters, the bbq oysters were good, and they had a interesting (but limited) selection of other food, including a seafood platter, and meat and cheese platter, etc. Ample alcohol options. The venue is nice and simple, and they have a solid view of the water. Weather was sunny with a light wind. Parking and seating is limited. It wasn't too big of a problem when we went tho. Overall we liked the vibe of the place, and is a nice cozy place to eat oysters with a view of the water, if you are in the area. Food selection is more limited, and if you are looking for a more traditional restaurant and menu, they also own Tony's Seafood which is a bit down the road. read more

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The Whole Hog Tour plus the Kayak to the Oyster Beds is a wonderful Pt Reyes day! Yesterday we did the Whole Hog tour at the Hog Island Oyster Company after starting the day with a kayak tour in Tomales Bay the Pt Reyes Adventure Company. We HIGHLY recommend this inspired combination of tours that you that you can do in a single day! The kayak tour took us to the actual oyster beds, Hog Island and the far shore of Tomales Bay. We saw bat rays, tiger sharks, star fish, and got an up close look at the oyster beds. The guide was very knowledgeable and fun. We followed that with the Whole Hog tour at the Hog Island Oyster Company. We learned so much about oysters as well as the processes, history and growth of the business. After the tour, we shucked and ate generous amounts of fresh oysters followed by grilled oysters and then a cheese platter. It was all delicious and very filling. read more

We sure lucked out on a beautiful day to stop in for lunch! We did not make a reservation on a Friday afternoon but we're able to get a nice seat in the sun right away. Server came and introduced self and asked if had any question. We knew we just wanted a couple dozen raw so we ordered. Added the Smoked Trout Roe and a side of Fried Seaweed, which was super tasty, wish they had that to go!! Was so nice to sit and overlook the water and there was good music playing too. All staff were friendly and attentive. Only negative is the price, almost 4bucks per an oyster that is grown & harvested right there! But guess how that is how it is nowadays. read more

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This place Is beautiful! They sell by the pack of closed oyster! If you can shuck or want to grill these, you'll love if!!! Omg, we were lucky to have a chef prep this for us!!! I loved 6 of them! Everyone else we shared with truly loved these fresh oysters!!! The staff is friendly and super nice!!! read more

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Stopped here on a whim as we were driving by. I had grilled oysters with chipotle butter. Yum! My wife had the steamed mussells. Yum again! I washed mine down with a bloody Mary. Nice outdoor seating area. read more

I mean, yes, the oyster is fresh (since there is no others offering) but the 4-hours drive from and back to the bay because they want to be greedy pushing for their restaurants sit-down only service and wouldn't let the clients shuck and consume it on the site, was a let down. read more

Fresh briny oysters!!!! Excellent customer service. Everyone is friendly and knowledgeable and super helpful. Very cool location. Cannot wait to come back. read more

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Definitely pricey (~$50 per person after tax), but I'm still dancing in my seat thinking about these oysters. We stopped by on a Highway 1 roadtrip and it was oh so worth it. It's a little hard to find so make sure to have offline maps downloaded! It's street parking on the side of a pretty fast road so be careful. Dress warm! It will be windy. They do not offer the shuck it yourself bench area anymore due to excessive trash left by people. When you enter, on the left is the togo window where you can buy by the pound and on the right is the little restaurant. The togo was about a dollar cheaper per oyster (plus the shucking knife was $22 + glove included), but we opted for the restaurant experience. We had the chipotle bourbon butter grilled oysters which came out crackling and sizzling and were amazing. We also got the pickles which were a great compliment to the meal. I don't like pickles too much, but it came with an assortment of pickled cornichons, carrots, onions, and cauliflower which were sweet and just lightly pickled. You know the raw oysters are super fresh because you're right on the farm. The restaurant serves the extra small oysters, which I prefer because I don't like having a mouthful of oyster and I love the amount of juice these little ones came with. Not the absolute best oysters I've had, but definitely up there and the view was perfect. The oyster stout was pleasantly delicious with a sweet chocolatey taste. Staff was friendly and striking conversations which made me feel welcome. Would come back again and again (I'm drooling thinking about it). read more

Hog Island Oyster - absolutely amazing chipotle bourbon butter grilled oysters - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

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I've dreamed about coming to this place for years and I had the best experience! Made reservations ahead of time as they have limited slots available. We ordered the raw oysters, grilled oysters, and crackers + meat plate. Their food options are very limited so keep that in mind. The view was amazing and we just so happened to come on a sunny weekend day. It's also dog friendly so go ahead and bring your 4 legged pal along. Wish this place was closer to me so I can come by more often. But I definitely wouldn't mind making the long drive again! read more

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Came here on the weekend, with reservations made prior for 6 people. The place is gorgeous with all outdoor seating right by the water! The menu is simple and mainly revolves around seafood. They have a good selection of wine and beer. The sweet water raw oysters were extremely fresh and change daily based on what's available. As someone who doesn't eat grilled oysters often because I prefer them raw, the grilled oysters were surprisingly delicious! The chipotle butter gives the oysters a great smoky flavor that isn't overly buttery, it still keeps the clean oyster flavor. You can also buy the chipotle butter in their store onsite. The ceviche was good but nothing special imo. One thing to be aware of is you're scared of bees, there were many and they do like to hover around the food. We covered our food with the napkins when it was a bit of a nuisance. It's a bit of a drive but I'd definitely come back during a different season to see what's on their menu then! read more

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As fresh as you can get. These oysters are pulled out of the water once you order them and placed in ice. Buy a shucking knife as a souvenir and incentive to come back. They also sell all the fixings. The hog wash is an absolute MUST! We buy these oysters to go and shuck them ourselves. It's not hard at all once you get the hang out it. It's a vibe to shuck and eat them while staring at a view of the actual Hog Island. Park on the side of the road and go in to get your oysters. Once you have oysters this fresh, you truly can never go back. read more

Hog Island Oyster - Oysters to go - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

Whether you're an ostreaphile or an oyster newbie, you should come here to slurp up the tastiest oysters!  Sweetwaters are hands down the best oysters. Because they're locally harvested, sweetwaters are reliably fresh! I'm addicted to their sweet, smooth, and delicate profile.  The medium Pacific oysters lean towards the brinier side - a great option for baking, BBQing, and broiling. Don't forget the chipotle bourbon butter to infuse a sweet smokiness! If you prefer an acidic kick, add a splash of Hogwash mignonette. Our cashier happily taught us how to shuck oysters with thorough step-by-step instructions.  You can find The Hog Shack in front of their farm right along Tomales Bay. Since the Shack didn't have tables onsite, we drove to a nearby beach instead to shuck and eat our delicious oysters! I'm sure you'll find your favorite oysters here at Hog Island Oyster Co, just like I did :) read more

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Sweet, fresh raw oysters plus some other nice bites eg route one bread, local cheeses, in a serene setting

I was worried that we wouldn't have been seated on a holiday with no reservations, but we must've got lucky! All the reviews said that you HAVE to get a reservation and even their website says reservation only. But we were able to walk in on memorial day and got seated in 15 min. The views were so awesome! Can't get oysters fresher than this. Honestly, the raw oysters were a tad disappointing. They were very small but still costs the same? I feel like they should adjust the price based on the catch that day. I feel like their selection at Ferry Building is a lot better. I was expecting a lot more oysters since this is the farm...But their grilled oysters saved the day. I'm not usually a grill oyster person but I am a believer now. It was so tasty that we ordered more! read more

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Best Oysters on the west coast. I had 40 in one sitting and each one were perfectly shucked and tasty. Accompanied by their signature HogWash mignonette, you can't go wrong. Dog friendly, staff is super chill and down to earth. Welcomed our pet with treats and made us feel right at home. Check it out, you will not regret it. I didn't want to leave.. but I figured I'd save some Oysters for the next guests. read more

This is a real gem along the coast line drive. It is tucked away on a beautiful drive. Fresh oysters, with a great view and ambiance Reservations are a must as they are usually packed. This is a great place and the food is great but the service is lacking While our server was great it took quite a while for anyone to come over to us. Long time for the bbq oysters to come to our table. You will rack up a bill fast so be prepared but worth the money. 4 BBQ oysters are$17 read more

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Now I don't want to sound like some silly hipster who was here "before it was cool" but I do kind of miss the early days when it was just a couple tables and an upturned boat for some beer. That being said, if you can get a reservation: DOIT. Stop in Point Reyes station and grab bread and cheese, and then have the best picnic lunch you can imagine. Take the drinking easy tho- it might be cold but the sun is strong and all roads out of there are narrow and twisty as all get out. Bring a cooler and grab a couple bags to take home (Get your drink on there with no driving) and you can keep the oyster fest going. read more

I got so many recommendations to come to this specific Hog Island Oyster so I definitely made the trek over. I love the vibes of the place, what could be better than being on the water eating oysters? The reason why I'm giving this only a 4 star is because: The service was a bit lacking. Although Our waitress was very nice, it took so long to get any service at all. When we did there was no follow up and everything just was a lot of waiting. Mind you there aren't a lot of tables full or super busy. The oysters are good but I've had better oysters for this price. They're fresh and sweet but didn't have any wow factor. I think part of it is also it was very highly recommended and hyped up but it didn't quite meet expectations. I just don't think I would come all the way here for oysters when there are cheaper and better options. read more

Hog Island Oyster - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

Fantastic fresh seafood. You can literally see them bringing the oysters in from the water as you dine. Make a reservation early to ensure you'll actually get a table. The service is not always fast but given the beautiful surroundings waiting is no problem. Bring a sun hat as there is little to no shade available in the outdoor dining area. Don't skip the bread, it's delicious, locally made and is perfect for sopping up the leftover sauce from your barbecued oysters. Both the raw and barbecued oysters are phenomenal. read more

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Fresh food. We come time to time for some great goodness of them Oysters . Service is always over the counter. Tell them how many bags you want. chuck it on site or drive down some romantic place and chuck for each other till gone. Oh don't forget the Brewsky. It's a pairing drink. read more

Wow, fresh and delicious oysters! An incredible view! And a gluten free labeled menu! Our group got a dozen raw oysters Steamed mussels Half a crab Oyster po'boy A burger no bun (gf) And gluten free fish and chips Everything was delicious!!! read more

I'm going to share about Petaluma walk up window! I have become addicted to this little passage to the ocean's treasure! I get the soup bases (chef's kiss) fresh oysters, clams, delicate prawns and succulent squid! I ate it all to quickly for photos. The staff is always welcoming and informative. See you soon! read more

Another great stop for Mothers Day! This area doesn't have much parking but it is spacious for guests piling in for the seafood purchases. Though i did not get a chance to get a picture of the Pacific oyster prices, it generally was about $15-25 per dozen dependent on the size you got. They also sold by half dozens. I purchased a dozen of Sweetwater oysters and they were quite savory! Also grabbed a dozen of small sized Pacific oysters. Can never go wrong with the classics! They also had a small little cafe where they sold grilled or raw oysters and other small items. The staff both at the cafe and at the shack were super awesome! All very friendly and approachable with questions on seeing the seafood items or just any other general inquiries. If in the area, this is a great place to grab some seafood! You could get some amazing things and enjoy them by the comfort of the water read more

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Delicious raw oysters in a beautiful environment. The setting really can't be beat! Eating flavorful and fresh raw oysters right next to the ocean was such a lovely experience. We came on a Thursday, when only walk-ins are allowed, and I highly recommend it--there's much fewer people than usual, so the environment is very relaxing. I enjoyed the 70s/80s playlist as well. Some tips: you can buy unshucked seafood pretty much anytime at the shack; however, if you want to sit down and dine at the picnic tables, on some days you need reservations, and the hours are quite particular. So double check the hours before coming to dine! Why one star off? Unfortunately, their wine pours are very stingy. I ordered the rose, and even though it was tasty, the amount they gave me was shockingly small. In the picture I've shared here, that's only a little less than what they gave me. What a shame. So you might want to avoid that. Otherwise, a great experience! read more

Hog Island Oyster - Raw Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

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Hog Island definitely did not disappoint! The food, service, and ambiance exceeded expectations! Felt right at home & so did our puppy. Special thank you to Stephanie for being such a gem! Can't wait to come back. read more

If you're looking for a spot with fresh oysters and a relaxing vibe, this is it! The scenery matches the food. It definitely felt nautical! We ordered the 60 pieces and a few oysters to share, and every piece was nice and fresh. It was great amount of oysters to share and the price was very reasonable. The martini paired so well with the dishes. They have different varieties of hot sauces, and they provide lemons on the sell front. We will be returning soon! read more

No trip to Point Reyes is complete without a stop at Hog Island. But be prepared to get turned away unless the luck of the oysters are on your side or you have the foresight to book a reservation! Parking is limited, so be mindful of other vehicles and signs on the road prohibiting public parking. We arrived early on a holiday Monday for lunch and it quickly filled up as we waited to place our order...Which took about fifteen minutes to see our waiter, a little too long for my liking. The wine list is hearty but the beers were a bit more disappointing and only from the can. Oysters are about the price you'd expect for table side service ($4 each), but if you have the gloves and shucker to crack open your own, their take home shells are much more affordable. No need for a reservation in that line! Every slurp was worth it through and absolutely delectable! The views were immaculate and I considered taking home the flaky salt on the table, it was that good with the bread and butter that's a must on the menu as well. We did have to wait about another twenty minutes to pay, so all in all service was slow, but have to take the busy holiday weekend. But it's definitely on our list to come back next getaway out of the city! read more

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What a vibe - first off - no one tells you that when you drive up from SF or down from Jenner Beach, you will not have phone service. So no GPS. Thankfully, it's very clear to see the building, you can't miss it. On arrival, you can see how the harvest, clean and store the oysters it almost feels like a tour. My mother was fascinated and started asking a staff member a few questions and for the duration of our trip, my mother kept telling everyone random oyster facts. finally there is a little stand where you place your order and there is a little grill as well. The choices were simple- they had the highwater ones- the small ones were used for the freshly shucked, and the medium size for the grilled oysters. We had the grilled oysters at Tony's (a 3 minute drive away- feel free to read my review) so we just had the fresh, shucked oysters. Despite being west coast- they had a nice brine. It was such a nice relaxing experience sipping drinks, having oysters and just watching the bay. read more

Hog Island Oyster - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

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We had the best time a couple weeks ago dining here. Buying by the dozen is such a treat for these tasty quality oysters! Can't shuck quick enough lol read more

Hog Island Oyster - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

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Grilled oysters with Chipotle bourbon butter - 5/5 - normally I'm not a fan of grilled oysters. I think the flavor is the part I dislike. BUT these grilled oysters were not too overwhelming and they had a delicious melted chipotle bourbon butter to marinate the oyster. I highly recommend eating these with bread. Make sure you soak up all of the sauce! Raw oysters 24 count with the hogwash - 5/5 - a little bit of lemon and hogwash, and these oysters were amazing! We finished all 24 of these pretty fast. Cheese board - 5/5 - a couple of great cheeses (cowgirl creamery is my favorite!) accompanied with crackers, cashews and fig jam. Bread and butter - 5/5 - definitely need this to soak up all of the juice of the sauce! Atmosphere/service - 5/5 - we had to wait a bit at first since we reserved a spot right when it opened, but once we ordered, everything came out pretty fast. It's right on the water, the perfect day date! Warning: no cell phone service over here! And you have to make your way through a bunch of narrow streets. It looks like you're driving to the middle of nowhere! Personally, I don't think I'd come back unless I'm in the area. Just because I'd be afraid of getting lost!!! Again, a fun day date, but expect to spend a lot of money. read more

Hog Island Oyster - Fresh oysters! - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

Hog island Oyster tour- A really fun experience. $150 for three hours focusing on oysters. Upon arrival you may purchase adult beverages, and sip throughout the oyster farm tour. Get a lot of knowledge about how oysters are grown and then get down on some serious oyster tastings. four persons to a table so plenty of oysters to go around. Oh, you not done cause then you're taught how to shuck oysters and left with buckets of oysters to eat til you can't no more. The farm is cool and the dining space is really nice. all out doors pretty views. There are other type of tours and events offered on the big island farm but this oyster shucking tour is hella fun. Also raised on the farm are clams and muscles and they offer shipping. read more

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I highly recommend stopping by if you're a fan of oysters. One of the best I've had in a while, especially the chipotle grilled oysters. Loved the outdoor seating and it was nice breath of fresh air away from the busy city life. Peace and quiet, but even better food. If I'm up north I would make the trip just for these oysters. read more

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Unbelievable time... If ever out in Marshall, California or visiting Tomales Bay hog Island oyster Farm is worth checking out. A group of us made reservations for the farm tour and chose the whole hog experience as the tour for the day. The whole hog experience is a three hour tour, focusing on oyster farming, tasting, and a Masterclass of shucking oysters. We were guided by our instructor named Marlon, who was super knowledgeable about oyster farming, the surrounding areas and the history of the land, which made the tour absolutely remarkable. Marlon showed us the different types of local oysters, showed us how to shuck them and then treated us to a deep dive of Oyster tasting. What a fun time!!!!! I haven't had this much fun in a long time and if you're ever in the Marshall/Tomales Bay area, it is worth stopping by and taking a three hour tour. read more

The fact that this place had so many Yellowjackets wasp ruining your lunch just make you not want to come back. The oysters are good but just a horrible place to eat at. Great service & people, the wasps just ruined it for me read more

One of the premier oyster farms in California just north of San Francisco. It was founded back in the early 80s and now it's a substantial operation harvesting some 2 to 3,000,000 oysters a year. The oysters are extremely tasty and the service is great. It's very rural environment and definitely a great place to stop on the weekends. read more

If you love oysters, a visit to Hog Island needs to be on your bucket list. The oysters are fresh, sweet and addicting. I'm usually a raw oyster girl, but I'm so glad we tried the cooked oysters. They come baked in chipotle butter. Mmmmm. It was so good that we bought oysters and chipotle butter to take back to the Airbnb with us. Tips: -Be prepared to make a reservation if you plan to dine in. -There's an expansive outdoor dining area, but be warned that there are no umbrellas or shade of any kind. -Bonus tip: There's one free Tesla charging station. read more

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WOW!! This was an AMAZING experience. I cannot recommend this place enough. You must try the grilled oysters they are to die for! The raw oysters are heavenly and SO fresh too. Everything here is so fabulous, if you're in the area you have to swing by! read more

Hog Island Oyster - Grilled Oysters, Raw Oysters, Wedge Salad - Seafood Near Me - Marshall, California

The is an exceptional location with amazing service and a sustainably delicious product. And that product is Oysters! You can get them fresh in a bag to go or you can reserve a table to sit with friends and shuck them yourselves or have them BBQd and brought to your picnic table overlooking Tomales bay. You cannot beat this outside only ambiance. I love a mix of fresh and BBQ with mignonette and a dash of tobasco. We with come here with friends and family and bring a picknic to enjoy with the oysters. I believe you are still allowed to byob and snacks. But they do offer a selection of light bites as well as beer and wine on tap. This is such a special place that spots go fast so do your best to plan accordingly! read more