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Oyster River, Palmetto, FL

Oyster River

4.5
4.5
74 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
20:30
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Located on the 8th floor of our "Ship on Land" themed Marriott Resort and Spa, the Oyster River restaurant offers an unparalleled dining experience with spectacular views of the city skyline and marina. Guests can savor fresh oysters shucked right at the bar, complemented by an extensive selection of fine wines.

Book your reservation today and indulge in a meal that delights both the palate and the eyes—a truly must-try experience.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Area
    Palmetto
  • Cross Street
    7th street/US-41 Located in the Palmetto Marriott Resort on the 8th floor.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 74 people are saying

Oyster River reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Healthy

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Great for scenic views

  • Sarasota / Bradenton

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oyster River offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." The scenic views, particularly at sunset, add to the atmosphere. Guests rave about the "outstanding" Wagyu steak and seafood offerings. Though prices are on the higher side, the overall experience is considered "worth the experience for sure."
74 Reviews
  1. Alicia

    Tampa1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great server interesting menu Small, but enjoyable A few extra tables crammed in interesting area to the /back side which didn’t feel as nice as rest of restaurant Outside gets extremely windy so recommend sitting indoors but view is pretty Nice drink selection & nice surprise for the area Would come back again

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  2. Mark

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in town!! Love that place and will bring others….

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  3. June

    Pittsburgh4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Oyster River was a wonderful experience. Food was outstanding. Service was great - not feeling rushed or anything. Ambience was impressive and fun.

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  4. Mark

    Orlando2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome!! Xxxbla blah blah. All refute DC shutter

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  5. Charles VIP

    Connecticut28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect spot for a relaxing night's dinner. You get what you pay for. Service was top notch and the food was delicious. The views just add to the ambiance of the rooftop.

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  6. Deana

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overpriced, food was served cold after waiting a long time! Do not recommend

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  7. Lori VIP

    Tampa58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrate birthday celebrations with friends every year and always try new restaurants. This year we chose Oyster River. They gave us a corner table which was great! The view was pretty! The service was great and attentive! The recommendations were helpful and the food was amazing! One tried the catch of the day and enjoyed it. I had the wagyu burger and truffle chips and really like them! They gave us a birthday dessert and it was pretty and tasty! The prices are a little higher but the quality was good! It was a fun night out!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    They were out of a couple of items on the menu. The service was excellent

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  9. Greg

    Detroit3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food and service. Oysters were great. Service was awesome. Really relaxing evening.
    Oyster RiverResponded on 26 February 2025
    Hey Greg, Thanks for your kind words! It's wonderful to know that you found the evening relaxing. We strive to provide our guests with the best dining experience possible, and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  10. BillS

    Tampa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding food and service. Don’t let the fact it’s in a hotel dissuade you from coming.
    Oyster RiverResponded on 5 March 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Bill! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed our food and service at Oyster River. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best Regards, The Management Team

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FAQs

Oyster River is rated 4.5 stars by 74 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
20:30
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Oyster River

600 US-41, Palmetto, FL 34221-4050

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    7th street/US-41 Located in the Palmetto Marriott Resort on the 8th floor.
  • Area
    Palmetto
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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