Oystercatchers

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   Gabi

   Miami

   3 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   A year ago I would’ve said this is one of my favorites in Tampa. It had one of the most beautiful views of the ocean, it had a beautiful dock, a swimming pool and beach chairs on the sand, and the most delicious food and drinks. Now, I took a group of my girlfriends here and it was the most disappointing experience I’ve had in a long time. I won’t blame them for the damage to the exterior because of the recent hurricanes, but it definitely was disappointing that there is no longer a beach or dock or pool. There was ugly Christmas lights strung up, which made it look cheap and tacky.  they don’t even put a tablecloth on the table, which I find strange. Our waiter brought out calamari and it was freezing cold and when she brought the new calamari, it also must’ve had a recipe change because it used to be crispy calamari steaks with peppers and now it’s in some weird brown sauce with scallions and very very soggy. This was my first time having the brunch menu and I had chicken and waffles, but I would say it was equivalent to making Eggo waffles and air fried chicken at home. I hope that they can turn it around because this place used to be so great. At the moment, I would not recommend going here. 
   

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   Maurice

   Tampa

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 17 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Overall good experience, services was spot on and the food was excellent. Been awhile since the buffet style they used to have still a good place for brunch though!
   

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   Mark

   Tampa

   49 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   49 reviews

   Dined on 14 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Not my best experience at this restaurant. Food was really average.
   

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   Danielle

   Orlando

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 10 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Amazing food and service! I can't say enough about the food. We got all seafood and everyone in our party was over-the-moon happy with their choice. We even caught the last look at a beautiful sunset. We will be back!
   

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   Mike

   Philadelphia

   361 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   361 reviews

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Oystercatchers was a fantastic dining experience. Excellent food and service from beginning to end. The grilled shrimp and garlic sauce and the different roll oysters. They had started off the meal in wonderful. Our entrées which consisted of lobster ravioli with shrimp, and blackened grouper were prepared beautifully. Service was phenomenal as different staff all assisted in making sure our table at everything we need and they were quite attentive. The only negative is that it is extremely expensive to dine there however, so worth it as there are lots of menu choices to pick from. We highly recommend this place as it was a phenomenal dining experience.
   

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   Tawana

   New Orleans

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 26 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Great restaurant and atmosphere, highly recommend.
   

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   Andrew

   Tampa

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 20 October 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   They tend to overcook their fish - this has been a problem in the past and it continued last night
   

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   Michelle

   Philadelphia

   25 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   25 reviews

   Dined on 19 September 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   loved the restaurant but the menu did not note that the pasta I ordered was squid ink pasta so I was shocked when it came and could not eat it. Waiter kindly took it off my bill and I ordered something else. Overall my husband and I loved it there and would return when we were in Tampa
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Tampa

   5 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 15 September 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Came here for dinner. Oysters were fresh, the steak tartar was awesome. The pork shank my husband ordered was outstanding. He was so happy eating them it! I had the sea bass with whipped polenta and it was amazing. The restaurant was quiet enough to enjoy a casual conversation easily and the view was as nice as always!
   

   OystercatchersResponded on 20 September 2024

   Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your husband enjoyed your dinner, from the fresh oysters to the delicious sea bass and pork shank. It’s great to know you appreciated the atmosphere for a casual conversation, too. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic meal!
   

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    Sherry

    Fort Lauderdale

    8 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Oystercatchers is beautiful with many windows with great views. The staff is very accommodating and our server was great. They had a piano player in the past but no longer. The menu is limited and expensive. Bread was great. Wine pour was small. Husband had black grouper which was served with black risotto which we did not like. Very noisy. The diners seemed on the young side there were quite a few families with children. Dress was very casual some men had baseball hats some in shorts. Would describe as a chic restaurant but not a date night place.
    

    OystercatchersResponded on 20 September 2024

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! We're glad you enjoyed the views and found our staff accommodating. We appreciate your feedback on the menu and the dining atmosphere. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all our guests, including families. Your comments about the wine pours and noise levels will be taken into consideration as we continue to improve. We hope you’ll give us another chance in the future!
    

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