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The Walrus Oyster & Ale House - Columbia, Columbia, MD

The Walrus Oyster & Ale House - Columbia

4.4
4.4
132 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to The Walrus in Columbia, locally owned and operated and home to “Maryland’s Best Lobster Roll”, ranked nationally as one of the “10 Best Sandwiches in the US”. We pride ourselves on our scratch kitchen, craft cocktail program, and local beers. We have one of the largest selections of fresh shucked oysters in the area, an array of fresh seafood dishes, and a daily changing feature menu. Sit back, relax and follow the Walrus to an unforgettable dining experience!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 730-5738
  • Website
    https://www.walrusoysterandale.com/columbia
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Offers

  • All day Happy Hour Mondays

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 16:00 - 18:00
    Happy Hour specials coming soon

  • Happy Hour 3 PM to 6 PM

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Fri - 16:00 - 18:00
    Happy Hour specials coming soon

Menu

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What 132 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Baltimore Suburbs

    Lively

  • Baltimore Suburbs

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Walrus Oyster & Ale House in Columbia delights with "excellent food and service," offering fresh seafood, including standout crab cakes and lobster rolls. The vibrant atmosphere and live music enhance the dining experience. While some mention service inconsistencies, the restaurant remains a favorite for its "flavorful and piping hot" dishes and welcoming staff.

132 Reviews

  1. Canvas

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating a birthday. The ambiance was very nice. A tad expensive but enjoyable nonetheless.

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  2. Deb

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lobster roll was outstanding. The drinks did not skimp on the liquor.

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  3. Christopher

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and really tasty food really enjoyed the deviled egg and oysters Rockefeller.

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  4. Tamieka

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Celebrated mom's birthday. She loved it. A bit pricey for portion sizes but for mom.....anything!

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  5. Bertha

    Richmond

    48 reviews

    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, it was a nice brunch. We went there after church. I thought they had gospel music, but it sounded like bluegrass jazz. However, the atmosphere was nice, and the food was good.

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  6. Phillip

    Baltimore

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice experience, somewhat overpriced, but we enjoyed ourselves.

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  7. Elizabeth

    Washington DC

    72 reviews

    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    At the hostess stand we were greeted and seated right away. Natalie was a wonderful server. She was personably and efficient. We ordered the hush puppies and New England Clam chowder for our starters...both very delicious. Main meal, double pork chop and scallops w/corn risotto. Sides sauteed spinach. It was my birthday. We received a free glass of champagne and a butter cake. Everything was cooked to perfection. We were very pleased with our mral and service.

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  8. Wendi

    Baltimore

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always great experience. Great seafood menu and oyster selection.

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  9. Katie

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful anniversary dinner, so many great things to eat and drink.

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  10. Latonya

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The crab cakes were meaty, not much filler but on the smaller side. The hushpuppies were a bit sweet for me. It would have been nice if a splash of color was added to the mashed potatoes and crab cake plate. Sitting next to the window was nice, nice vibe! The person waiting on us must have been new…. the not so great lemonade came close to 20 minutes or so after our arrival. Our wait staff did offer to change it to the strawberry lemonade which was better. Not bad prices.

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The Walrus Oyster & Ale House - Columbia is rated 4.4 stars by 132 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for The Walrus Oyster & Ale House - Columbia

10300 Little Patuxent PkwySte 3030, Columbia, MD 21044-3851

Additional information

  • Area
    Columbia
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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