My partner and I made a cute date of of picking up two dozen oysters from Tomales Bay Oyster Company and shucking them ourselves. We could buy the cooler, sauce, shucker, lemons, and gloves all there! They have a display stand that shows you the different types of oysters and their sizes, as well as a paper that clearly explains the price. The service was very friendly and willing to answer our questions. I thought the oysters were delicious! You can't picnic at the venue but I would recommend driving to Alan Sieroty Beach which is just a few minutes away with a 1-2 minute walk to the beach. read more

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Oysters were gross. We bought 50, ate 4 and threw the rest. They were fishy, slimy and had a milky consistency. What a waste of a drive, time and money. We were so disappointed, we drove to San Francisco and found an Oyster Bar at Ghirardelli Square that had $2 oysters. They were fresh, delicious and we didn't have to shuck them ourselves. read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - Super fishy taste with slimy milky consistency. I almost threw up after eating 2. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

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My boyfriend and I stopped by on a Saturday to pick up three dozen oysters, and it was absolutely worth the trip! We got Kumamoto, Pacific, and medium oysters--all super fresh and reasonably priced at under $3 per oyster. Some were sweet, others had a nice salty brininess, and every single one was delicious. A quick tip: bring your own cooler (or you can purchase one there). They also sell shucking knives and gloves if you need them. Since picnicking isn't allowed on-site, we took ours down the street to a nearby public beach and enjoyed them with a gorgeous view of the bay. For the price, quality, and experience, this spot is a gem. Definitely worth it--we'll be back for more! read more

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I finally got to check out this place after hearing so many good things about it. They offer several oyster selections based on size. We got a dozen medium oysters, and they were really fresh, plump, and meaty. Briny with a touch of sweetness, refreshing, creamy, and juicy! Highly recommend stopping by! And don't forget to bring your own cooler, and it's slightly cheaper if you pay in cash! read more

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The best date ever. Took my cooler, shucker, lemon, mignonette sauce, some mango and avocado for a side. Drove over to South Beach and ate 50 of the freshest oysters ever. Delicious Can't wait to go back. read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - Fresh Oyster from Tamalas Bay - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

First time here, I drove an hour and a half to get there. When I arrived I parked in the gravel lot and walked up to the counter where there was just one person ahead of me. When it was my turn I asked about the sizes of the oysters and they vaguely described them. I felt a little rushed to be completely honest, even with no line behind me. I got two dozen of two different types of smaller sized oysters. Brought them home and realized I forgot to buy a shucker, which I learned after I left that they sold them there lol. I think they assume everyone coming there is totally knowledgeable about oysters, but it would be nice if they were a little more informative. Anyway, I got home excited to open my fresh oysters, and most of them were good but quite a few weren't. I guess it's spawning season so the oysters were fat and milky. I've never had milky oysters before so I was unsure, some were good but some were pretty bad. Overall I would probably come back here, it's a decent cost for oysters. It seems the market price and the price here even out for the amount I had to throw out. (MP being $3-4 where here it's about $1.80) read more

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May 23, 2025 3.7 stars An hour and fifteen minute drive from Crockett. The GPS told us to take the San Rafael Richmond Bridge rather than HWY 37. It was so pleasant to drive for a change in a county that keeps on top of its road repairs. Smooth driving. There is one winding arse road we had to tackle that made me queasy but there is plenty of nice scenery so worth it. There is a funny sign at the entrance that says "Bring your own plastic bag." Instead of driving an hour and 15 home for that, we made due with a reusable shopping bag we luckily found in our trunk. Once there, it is easy to drop a Benjamin plus his cousins on shellfish. Three dozen medium oysters, 4 lbs of Manilla clams, and me falling for the "Don't be cheap dude and tip me for selling you stuff" button on the payment screen. $120. Everything was fresh and tasty. We did learn today that steaming unshucked oysters is much easier with more consistent results then baking . Also the oysters at this place are about a dollar each more expensive than the oysters sold at Ranch 99 (or is it 99 Ranch). read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - Nice day to get out, buy fish and dig in. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

If you're looking for massive (or any, really) amounts of fresh oysters, this is where to go. They have fresh unshucked oysters in various sizes at affordable prices. We came on a Sunday near closing time. They had someone directing traffic in the parking lot and the line for oysters moved quickly. You tell them the size and how many dozen you want. read more

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This was my second location I tried on a Sunday morning. I decided to pick up small and XS. Customer service was great! The man who assisted us gave some really good advice on how to prepare the oysters and what toppings go well with them. We decided to try their TBOC Oyster Elixir. It was pretty yummy on the raw oyster. Overall the oysters were clean and absolutely delicious. read more

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Wow!! This place was definitely worth a visit if you love oysters. Just be prepared! Bring a cooler, oyster knife, cutting board, and at least 2 plastic bags! You can purchase these items there as well. The ambiance is simple! Salty air & kind, hardworking people serving your desired oysters. read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

Fresh Oysters, smiling service and slurping in a dozen raw with a brew & this view? Too epic! Farm to table price per pound of the bags of clams and oysters I took for a clambake at home too. I really appreciated our afternoon here. read more

Always love coming here to get fresh oyste4s, clams and mussels to go. Service is quick and friendly. Very professional. Never more than 30mins wait. Ambiance is casual and easy to find parking. There are portal potties. Only wishing they resume some picnic area. Or let customers stay there to eat fresh items would be awesome. read more

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Tomales Bay Oyster Company is a fantastic place to get bags of fresh oysters (and clams & mussels when available) to go. Prices are better than the other place down the street. Be sure to bring your own cooler/bags or be prepared to buy a compostable cooler from them. read more

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My favorite no frills place to get oysters. They have a dedicated parking lot for customers, so you never have to fight for parking. It does get busier on weekends but in the 8 years I've been coming here, they haven't ran out. You can bring your own cooler or buy one of their one time use ones, and they provide you with ice. They also have lemons and oyster knives available if you need it. Over the years, the prices have gone up (but what hasn't with this economy). But at least they take card now, as it used to be cash only! (There is a processing fee for credit cards.) I love getting the extra smalls and golden nuggets (when I want to splurge and treat myself!), they're perfect raw! And my family loves getting the mediums for BBQ/steaming. Tomales Bay is definitely a to go place, as they don't really have a place for sitting/picnics, but there's plenty of beaches/look outs/etc nearby to enjoy your oysters! read more

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Passed by this place as we were driving towards a different oyster restaurant. This is a good place to get fresh oyster. We did not buy from here because we were not ready prepared for a picnic and they do not have a sit-down area. The parking is also limited to 10 minutes. read more

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First time trying this gem. Definitely pleased. Took my parents for a ride, with the intent to see if they could find their way home. Totally kidding!! We did take a drive and decided to try something new. The food here is fresh and delicious, the service is very friendly, and I mean, you can't beat the ambiance of enjoying lunch near the water. Highly recommend!! read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - Baked oysters with a generous piece of delicious garlic bread. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

A lot of stuff in Northern California is sort of Disney-fied. Looking at you Napa. This place is not. Small shack on the side of the road houses a fantastic oyster farm. Giant oysters, fresh from the sea, so tasty and briny. Lots of various kinds. We had the house smalls (which were still as big as my hand) and some golden nuggets. Beautiful brine with fresh vegetal after taste; some of the best I've ever had. read more

Best oysters around. We drive the 2.5 hours several times a year to grab oysters and clams. You won't be disappointed! read more

My absolute favorite place for oysters in the Bay Area. I have been coming here for years. There is a couple options for fresh service in the Bay Area. This is not the biggest, but it's the best. It's more of a blue collar operation than the more expensive trendy oyster places down the bay from here. They used to have picked their tables for eating oysters on site but due to health regulations they stopped allowing that so you have to take your oysters with you, which is not a problem because there are tons of places to picnic and eat oysters very close by. They sell different size oysters know what you want to do with them eating them straight off the shell or the bigger ones for grilling also clams and mussels are available too. I suggest bring your own cooler and they will provide ice if you don't have an oyster sucker you could buy one plus hot sauces, and lemons are available too , but I have my own kit that I bring with me. read more

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We shucked and slurped up dozens of their fresh oysters! The farm sits along the Tomales Bay estuary and features a wide selection of oysters and other shellfish. Based on our preferences for sweeter oysters, the passionate workers happily recommended their Golden Nuggets and Japanese Kumamotos. Turned out that neither were sweet but rather briny, yet we still enjoyed them. The plump Golden Nuggets surprised me most because of their cucumber-like texture! While the Kumies were tiny, they had a nice buttery finish.  As a heads up, bring lots of cash and a cooler. Ice is provided. No picnicking is allowed onsite, but there's lots of nearby parks and beaches to shuck and slurp up the fresh oysters! read more

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Stopped by here hoping to get get fresh seafood and eat there....... But dream didn't come true because they only offer fresh seafood but you have to cook or open the oysters by yourself. We were not ready for that so the gentleman there told us to swing by their restaurant instead which was not far from the farm, the Marshall store. read more

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Tomales Bay Oyster Company is an incredible spot for oyster lovers, offering some of the freshest, most flavorful oysters you'll ever taste in a stunning outdoor setting surrounded by the natural beauty of Marin County, where the laid-back atmosphere makes it the perfect place to relax with family or friends, and the interactive experience of shucking your own oysters adds a fun and unique element to the visit, especially if you bring your own tools, sauces, and picnic supplies to enhance the experience; the oysters' briny, sweet flavor is unmatched, and the gorgeous bay views create a serene backdrop that's ideal for escaping the hustle of daily life, though it's important to arrive early on weekends to secure a good spot since this hidden gem is understandably very popular among locals and visitors alike. read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

Two dozen oysters that we took home to shuck myself. Prices are great and they were delicious. Bring your own cooler and cash. read more

This was a little stop on the way during Mothers Day! They have everyone pull into the parking lot for only 15 minutes and you line up to get your order of oysters. They show you the menu and you order up the oysters you want and they will put ice with your oysters. However you HAVE TO bring your own bag! I tried the Kumamoto oysters which are supposedly the fanciest ones there and they did not disappoint at all! Very smooth and delicate and worth the try if you're willing! For anyone interested in dropping by and picking up some fancy oysters to take home or take to a bbq this place is the perfect place to go to :)! read more

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Terrible service. Went down the street to Tony's seafood and was treated better. Will not return.

I was craving for some seafood & decided to take a trip to Tomales Bay. It was well worth the 2 hour drive. Staff are knowledgeable, friendly, courteous & efficient. The store is located on Highway 1 by the water. I've brought home oysters & bay mussels that they've locally grown. They don't provide plastic bags, so don't forget to bring your own cooler. Ice is provided. Reusable coolers are available to buy if you happen to forget to bring one. Cash & credit cards are accepted. They have a parking lot for customers & port-a potties too. Cleanest tasting, high quality, freshest, best oysters & mussels I've ever had in my life! Tomales Bay Oyster Company, highly recommended! read more

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I've been coming here for many years and absolutely love getting fresh oysters here. They have different sizes and I usually get small or mediums. They're so fresh and tasty and my husband also likes to bake them at home! Years ago, people used to picnic here but not anymore. They are always friendly in helping give best recommendations on what size oyster to get depending on the occasion you're having! You can just pick up your oysters, and head out since everything is so quick and parking is easy. Bring your own cooler! They provide ice for you! Can't wait to come back another weekend. read more

There are a lot of options to buy from. We drove one hour to find out that it's more expensive than local and big supermarkets. read more

I used to love coming to this place often pre-pandemic with friends to enjoy fresh oysters, clams, and mussels while BBQ'ing at their picnic tables. So this Sunday, we decided to drive 75 min out here specifically to TBOC to get some fresh oysters, clams, and mussels, despite there being 2 other oyster farms just a short distance away. (FYI, they are currently not open for picnics at their site.) Sadly, after getting back home and spending half an hour scrubbing the Manila clams and cooking them, we found out that half of them were already dead/unfresh at the time of purchase. (notice the shells still closed or the dried out meat stuck around the edges of the shells. If they were fresh and alive, the shells would open up wide and there would be one single plump piece of meat inside once cooked) The whole reason for taking the long drive out here was to get fresh "live" seafood. Needless to say, we were very disappointed. The oysters were a bit disappointing as well. I remember the large ones being about twice as big and very meaty. But to be fair, they had a display of the actual sizes. And all other sizes except the XS were the shallow thin meat kind instead of the plump type. Maybe that's just how the Pacific oyster variety is. The XS (Japanese) ones were nice, plump and delicious but were very small and the most expensive. Oddly, the mussels were actually the best thing we had bought. They were a bit of a pain to scrub and clean since they had a lot of tiny sea particles and beards on them. But once they were cleaned and cooked, they were nice, plump and delicious. However, we did have a couple that did not open up This experience has made me question why I would go to such lengths to go to the source - the farm where they actually grow them, to get such poor quality. I hope you'll do better TBOC. Or else you'll lose another loyal fan/customer. read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - Manila clams. Half of the 2 pound bag were dead clams. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

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This place is over rated. The oysters are fresh but small. They are very expensive too. The menu choices are very limited. The seating area have no shades. The service staff team was not friendly. The speed was so slow. I would not go back. read more

Fresh as you can get! We got a dozen of the golden nuggets. There's nowhere to sit at the actual oyster farm, but they have a map of the Tomales Bay region with recommendations on where to go where you can shuck your oysters. I recommend bringing your own shucking knife, dish towel, and cooler. They will provide the ice for free. They are a cash only business and I noticed the oysters were slightly pricier than Hog Island Oyster Company further up the freeway, but those golden nuggets were absolutely delicious and fresh-as-can-be, so if you don't feel like driving all the way up, I highly recommend checking out Tomales Bay Oyster Company. read more

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Great size Osyters, Clams and Mussels. They provide ice for your coolers. Easy to find along side of the road, quick in and out pick up. They double check the oyster to ensure your getting good ones that aren't hollow, and replace them, which is awesome. Not that we would of known until we got home, but very nice gesture for their customers. Always call if there is a certain sizes or quantities you're looking for before making the drive. Things to bring: - Cash Only. No credit card, bring about $100 bucks, you may end up buying more than you expected. - Cooler - good one that doesn't leak for a long drive. read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - Current Prices as of 6.24.2023 - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

Such a cute spot with a nice overlook. It seemed a little busy but we didn't wait too long for a seat. I tried the crab roll which was very very good. The bread was soft and perfectly buttery. Prices were fair for the product and the service was friendly. Thank you! read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company is the place to come for fresh oysters. You can also get clams and mussel's here too. My husband found this place and so we headed out here last month with our little girl dog on a Saturday afternoon, a little after 12 pm. It was quite busy when we arrived but eventually died down when we were done and about to leave. If you see a long line, don't let that scare you because the line does go by pretty quickly. We ended up purchasing: 1 dozen medium oysters, $25 2 pounds of clams, $15 -------------------------- (Total= $40, no tax) Please note that this place is CASH ONLY. If you come here, I highly recommend you bring a cooler, bucket or large strong plastic bag (a clean trash bag will do, which is what we did since we had some in our car, leftover from a Costco run that we forgot to put in the house) to put your fresh newly purchased seafood in since they will not give you a bag. But if you for to bring something to hold your items, you can purchase a plastic bag from them for $3 or a bucket for $6. Please note that they do provide ice for free though if you need it. There are porta potties here if you need them, in addition to a sink that you have to step on to pump out the water. There is soap and paper towels provided. With our tasty purchase, we ended up driving to Point Reyes National Seashore California to grill up our food and had a nice picnic lunch (they have a nice picnic area with tables, grills and restrooms available for use. If you decide to come, don't forget to bring your own charcoal and matches or lighter). Prices here are good for the most part. Although some of their items could be purchased cheaper elsewhere but Tomales Bay Oyster Companyalso sells some of their items cheaper than other places. We would come back here and make an afternoon of it by grilling up some oysters and clams for lunch at the nearby national park. read more

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Great spot! And the views never disappoint. When I visit the service has always remained consistent.

The last time I wrote a review of this amazing place was in 2008? Time for an update. We celebrated 4th of July this year by grabbing some oysters and we headed to Tomales Bay State Park for a picnic. It's been a few years since we've been here, and it's always a nice drive up to this coast. Also years ago, they had picnic tables here and you can enjoy them on site. Well, things have changed. Here are the updated prices for oysters: Extra Small - $17 a dozen - $65 for 50 Small - $20 a dozen - $75 for 50 Medium - $25 a dozen - $85 for 50 Golden Nuggets - $25 a dozen - $85 for 50 Clams & Mussels: 2 Lbs. for $15 On our first visit back, we grabbed 50 medium oysters. We forgot to bring a container, but luckily, you can purchase buckets and they fill your bucket with a enough ice to keep the oysters fresh during your travel. They are operating under the current COVID guidelines and they have signs as reminders posted on their menu board. All associates are wearing masks and customers are also complying with social distancing. Parking gets full here, especially on the weekends, but just stay patient as a spot or two will become available. They also have associates directing and assisting you on parking. Wait time isn't that long, so hold your horses and practice your breathing skills; they will come in handy. What we love about their oysters is they come straight from the bay. After being harvested, they keep 'em fresh and alive in huge tankers and use the same bay water that they circulate and filter so they retain their flavors. Unlike some other oysters farms out there where they'll place the oysters on ice, this changes the texture and flavor of the oysters. And speaking of taste, it's salty, briny and sweet at the same time. Slurping the "juice" is like tasting the Pacific Ocean itself. We like 'em raw as is, but you can certainly add some lemon juice and hot sauce. It's the perfect combo. A couple of weeks later, we came back again and grabbed another 50 to take home this time. I also found a cluster of oysters that had 5 different-sized oysters in one huge cluster. It was like a Pokemon of oysters, and shucking out the meat made me feel like opening a Christmas gift. Then a few weeks later, on August 1st to be exact, we came back again with my youngest son and picked-up 50 more medium oysters, a dozen Golden Nuggets and Clams. I've never had raw clams before, but they said we can eat 'em raw when they are fresh. I was a bit apprehensive at first, but they had a nice crisp bite and sweetness to it. It was a different kind of sweet, but it balanced out the saltiness from the juice. Man, if they bottled that juice, I'd be splashing that stuff on everything. In my humble opinion, Tomales Bay Oyster Company has the best oysters and clams in the Bay Area, maybe even all of California. #YelpChallenge2020 review No. 30 read more

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Also known as Californias oldest oyster company established 1909 this place is easily passed on the 101. Oyster farm in the lagoon. Fresh oysters and great prices . Tons of size ranges from small medium and large with fair pricing , better than restaurant price and quality. Def under $5 a oyster . The service here was very inviting and welcoming. The lady was so hospitable she even gave us a great recommendation spot where we could go to shuck oysters / picnic area and enjoy the view. Overall this place is a MECCA for oyster fans read more

If you love oysters, clams, and mussels, this is the place to get them! I came on a Sunday at around 10:45 AM and there was a long line, but the line moves pretty quickly since it's more of a quick grab n' go. I ended up waiting for about 20-25 minutes total which wasn't bad at all. You must keep your mask on at all times and remember to bring a cooler! They will provide ice for you. Also, this is a *Cash-only* place, but they do have an ATM machine in case you don't have cash on you. Solid spot with fresh oysters, highly recommend! read more

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Major Tips: Bring an ice box (ice provided), bring cash, bring your own condiments, and bring your appetite. Of course, also wear a mask during these times. Also, do some quick research of the area and map out a spot where you can safely eat if you plan to eat immediately. There's no signal in the area so I couldn't map to recommended places to sit and eat. The line moves fast as long as you know what you want to order. Parking lot is small but it looked like a good flow of people were leaving when people arrived. I ordered extra small oysters and enjoyed it over the course of two days and enjoyed it very much. Had it with ponzu + wasabi or lemon + tabasco. I think I'm going to have to come back to get the other sizes to grill. Service - 5 / Food - 5 / Price - 4 read more

Tomales Bay Oyster Company - June 2020 menu - Seafood Markets Near Me - Marshall, California

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Great location friendly people with a fun menu for both kids and adults. Freshest oysters around