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    Ludwig's Grill and Oyster Bar

    3.4 (147 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:30 pm

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    LUDWIG'S GRILL AND OYSTER BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Roast beef sandwich
    P E.

    We stopped here for a quick dinner after having passed by many times. Based n this experience, I'm not sure I would return. Hospitality is not their forte. It was a Thursday night. Not too busy, although it was a "buck a shuck" night so the place was not empty. We walked up the ramp on the west side went past a private dining room and entered the restaurant and kind of stood there not knowing whether we should seat ourselves or sit at the bar. After several minutes we stopped one of the several waitresses who passed us who directed us to the hostess station at the opposite end of the building. The hostess was on the phone sitting on a couch in my the lobby. A young man seated another couple as we arrived and disappeared for several minutes before returning. Finally we were seated. The waitress was fine but it took forever to get the 1/2 dozen oysters we ordered and our entrees. The buck a shuck pricing was $1, $2, and $3 per oyster depending on the type of oyster. We like the PEI ones and they are normally $3.25, but tonight $3. They were pleasantly briny but very small. They were served with a flavorful cocktail sauce and some other clear liquid that tasted like a sweetened vinegar. For entrees we ordered the fish and chips and the hot roast beef. The roast beef was ok and came on a delicious seeded roll which made this sandwich. The fish had no seasoning but the fish itself with a bit of added salt was good. Fries were unevenly salted. The cole slaw that came with it was ok. Not impressive or memorable. Just ok.

    Shrimp salad
    Madeline Z.

    Fantastic as always! Food was delicious - we just tried the truffle tots which look to be a new menu item and they are amazinggg. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a great ambiance with live music.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is always great and Melissa is the best!

    raspberry martini and oysters

    Service was amazing, everything arrived in a timely manor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant had such an old school homey feel without giving haunted vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The oysters tasted so fresh. Got sliders app as a meal. They were to die for! Juiciest burgers I've ever had!!

    The patio
    Steve H.

    They have a great variety of appetizers. We tried to calamari, clams, wings and bacon wrapped shrimp. They were all delicious! For entrees, several of us tried the crabcakes, one of their signature dishes. The organic Norwegian salmon was so fresh and out of this world too! Fish and chips was also delightful! Make sure to save room for their famous crème brûlée dessert! This restaurant is a must try if you're in the area!!

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    Shlesh K.

    The service was awesome and quick we got quesadillas and fish n chips it was awesome will come again!

    a platter of oysters
    Carolyn F.

    Nice place. Cute atmosphere. Tried the Price Edward Island oysters and crab cakes. Oysters were ok, salty and one was dirty. Crab cakes had a few shell pieces. My Belvedere extra dirty martini was not extra.

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    Always a favorite! Snapper soup, Fish and Chips and wings. Sat at the bar for meal. Bartender was very attentive

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    Amazing snapper soup! Buck a shuck on Wednesday and Thursday tasted great. Will definitely return!

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    The "Buck A Shuck" is a great deal. Aside from that, the food is very mediocre and the service is poor.

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    I had a delicious steak. The ambiance is very nice but it's expensive. I don't think I'm coming back.

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    A great favorite of locals with a wider draw. Good food and country inn ambience. Buck a shuck a couple of days a week.

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    Food was excellent, server was attentive and upbeat and the atmosphere was warm and cozy.

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