Best Spots for Freshly Shucked Oysters in Sydney
Fresh, briny and shucked to order.
Here are our favourite places to enjoy Sydney’s best freshly shucked oysters, from iconic waterfront restaurants to neighbourhood favourites.
If you're chasing some of Sydney's best freshly shucked oysters, Felons Seafood is well worth the trip. Oysters are shucked to order and served ice cold for $30 per half dozen, making them the perfect way to kick off a long lunch or waterfront dinner at Manly Wharf.
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Freshly shucked Sydney rock or Pacific oysters are just $6.50 each at Watsons Bay Hotel. Add harbour views and a waterfront table, and it's one of Sydney's best spots for an oyster feast.
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Bistro Moncur is a must for oyster lovers, serving freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters with Cabernet Sauvignon mignonette from $42 per half dozen. Pair them with a glass of French wine and settle in for one of Sydney's most classic French dining experiences.
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The Butler is a must-try for oyster lovers, serving freshly shucked oysters with hibiscus and shiso mignonette from $39 per half dozen. Pair them with a cocktail and enjoy one of Sydney's most scenic terrace settings.
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RAFI is a must-try for oyster lovers, serving Sydney rock oysters with rhubarb mignonette for $7 each. Pair them with one of RAFI's signature cocktails for the perfect start to your meal.
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Hamsi is a must-visit for freshly shucked oysters, serving Sydney rock oysters with refreshing melon vinaigrette from $42 per half dozen. They're a fresh, flavour-packed start to one of Sydney's most distinctive seafood experiences.
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The Erko is serving one of Sydney's best weekend oyster deals, with freshly shucked oysters for just $2 every Saturday and Sunday. Pair them with a $14 Tommy's Margarita and settle into the beer garden for an easy afternoon at this much loved Erskineville local.
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Babylon Sydney is a top dining spot in the city, known for its stunning rooftop terrace and Middle Eastern flavours. Their $7 rock oysters with orange and finger lime caviar are fresh, bright, and perfect for a sunny afternoon. A must try for oyster lovers.
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Bar Lettera is another standout for freshly shucked oysters in Sydney. Served with lemon myrtle granita from $7 each, they're a simple but memorable way to start your meal and a must order when you visit.
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The Dry Dock is a must-visit for oyster lovers, serving freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters sourced from the NSW South Coast. Enjoy them at the dedicated oyster bar or as part of the restaurant's premium seafood offering.
Morrison's has earned a reputation as Sydney's oyster destination. Every Wednesday from 6pm–7pm, freshly shucked oysters are just $2 each, making it one of the city's best-value oyster specials.
Enjoy Sydney rock oysters throughout the venue, from $8 each or $44 per half dozen with mignonette, lemon and house hot sauce.
Icebergs Dining Room is one of Sydney's most iconic spots for Sydney rock oysters, served with lemon verbena and pink peppercorn. Pair them with sweeping Bondi Beach views for an unforgettable seafood experience.
Bessie's and Alma's are another great pick for freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters, served simply with classic condiments. They're the perfect way to start a meal before diving into the restaurant's signature fire-cooked share plates.


