Oystercatchers

4.5

5313 Reviews

$50 and over

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 20 times today

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Oystercatchers is located on the shores of the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay. You drive down a winding road into the Ruelle as you approach the illuminated circle drive flanked by palm trees and bright flowerbeds. As you enter the restaurant through the lounge, enjoy the spectacular panoramic view of Old Tampa Bay. With its innovative cocktails and contemporary furniture, the lounge, outside patio and lower bay-level deck provide a comfortable, chic hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Our visually stimulating water views and sunsets provide a unique environment to enjoy feature wines and appetizers. Our menu highlights an array of the freshest, wild and line caught fish available, organic produce and seafood specialties with a unique and contemporary flair. Outdoor seating is available on a first-come first-serve basis.

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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Shellfish
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(813) 207-6815
Website
http://www.oystercatchersrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Alessandro Silvestro
Private party facilities
Gatherings become magical waterside experiences indelibly imprinted in your memory, with extraordinary sunset views, impeccable service and menus created specially for your occasion. Our private Tampa Bay event room offers an unequalled setting in which to host as many as 80 guests.
Private party contact
Olivia Sollberger: (813) 207-6814

Location
2900 Bayport Drive, Tampa, FL 33607
Neighborhood
Tampa
Cross street
Courtney Campbell Cswy / SR 60/Exit Bayport Dr.
Parking details
Complimentary valet service is offered Thursday - Saturday for dinner and Sunday for brunch. Self-parking is available outside of these periods.
Entertainment
Join us for Live Entertainment all weekend long! Music on Friday and Sautday evenings and Sunday for Brunch.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Orange Sriracha Shrimp$20.00
house breaded & fried shrimp, orange sriracha, ginger, honey
Calamari Fries and Peppers$20.00
Fried Calamari with Shishito Peppers, Katsuobushi, and Miso Sauce
Charred Octopus a la Gallega$25.00
Spanish Octopus, Papas Brava, Grilled Tomato, and Charcoal Mousse
Oyster Rockefeller$18.00
Pernod, Spinach, and Hollandaise Sauce
Crab Cake$23.00
Corn and Jalapeno Mousse, Crispy Kale, and Black Sesame Seeds
Charcuterie and Cheese Board$28.00
Chef's Choice of Dry Meats and Cheeses

Raw Bar

Tuna Shooter$5.00
Ahi Tuna Sashimi, Candied Ginger, Soy Sesame Emulsion, Panko, and Seaweed Salad
Hamachi Shooter$5.00
Hamachi Sashimi, Lemon Infused EVOO, Curly Negi, Lava Salt, and Bubu Arare
Shrimp Cocktail$4.00
Citrus Boiled, Ice Chilled with Cocktail Sauce
Ahi Poke$22.00
Ahi Tuna, Togarashy, Avocado, Aji Amarillo, and Wonton Chips
Wagyu Tartare$22.00
Wagyu Filet, Truffle Oil, Capers, Crispy Parsnip, Wonton Chips, and Chives

Soup and Garden

Lobster and Crab Bisque$16.00
Maine Lobster, Crab, Truffle Oil and Chives
Grilled Caesar Salad$14.00
Romaine Hearts, Shaved Parmesan, White Anchovies, and a Thin Crouton
Burrata$14.00
Tomato Coulis, 10 year Balsamic Drops, Thin Crouton, and Basil Infused EVOO
Pear and Grape Salad$14.00
Spring Mix, Grilled Pear, Grapes, Pumpkin Seeds, Brie Cheese, and a Butternut Squash Whiskey Maple Vinaigrette
Salt Roasted Beet and Carrot Salad$16.00
Allium Aioli, Marcona Almonds, Baby Beets, Baby Carrots, White Quinoa, and Candy Oranges

Main Entrees

Grilled Grouper$44.00
Grilled Black Grouper, Sicilian Lemon Butter, Pistachio Crumble, Crispy Parsnip, Confit Tomato, Shiso
Halibut and Miso$44.00
Miso Nage, Shishito Peppers and Corn
Pan Seared Scallops$44.00
Butternut Squash Mousse, Royal Trumpet Mushrooms, Crispy Leeks, and Curly Negi
Lobster & Truffle Gnocchi$52.00
House Made Ricotta Gnocchi, Grilled Lobster Tail, Wild Mushrooms, Roasted Tomato, Truffle Cream
Tuna Guajillo and Espresso Crust$44.00
Ahi Tuna, Guajillo and Expresso Crust, Burrata Sauce, and Roasted Bok Choy

Family Style Sides

$7 per half side / $14 per side

Roasted Potatoes Under Ash
Potatoes Roasted under Hot Ash Overnight
Spicy Roulette
Shishito Peppers, Miso, Shichimi Togarashi and Crunchy Onion
Whipped Cheese Potatoes
Fontina, Asiago, Parmesan
Five Cheese Mac and Cheese
Fontina, Grana, Gruyere, Gouda, and Brie
Grilled Broccolini
Shaved Parmigiana and Sicilian Pesto
Grilled Asparagus
Speck Crisp and Truffle Oil
Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts
Soy Carmel, Brown Butter Pistachios and Chile de Arbol

Complete Your Meal

Warm Water Lobster Tail$43.00
Grilled Gulf Shrimp$4.00
Marrow Butter$4.00
Black Truffle Butter$4.00
Grilled Scallops$7.50

What 5,313 people are saying

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

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Tampa / Central Florida West
Great for scenic views
Tampa
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Oystercatchers offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about its "beautiful bay views" and "excellent ambiance," making it ideal for special occasions. While some dishes may not meet expectations, the majority of the menu impresses with its creativity and flavor. Highly recommended for seafood lovers.

5,313 Reviews

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Kim
Kansas City
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I really enjoy oystercatchers. It is always excellent. Staff is always accommodating, Donald is the best. Food is always excellent. Views and ambience are stellar. It’s not cheap but it’s always worth it for family and special occasions.
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Jeannette
Tampa
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful tradition with my family at one of my Mother’s favorite restaurants!
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Mishell
VIP
Miami
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Caviar is expensive for the portion size not worth it
OystercatchersResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for your feedback. We understand that caviar can be an investment, and we’re sorry to hear that the portion didn’t meet your expectations. We always aim to provide a great experience and value for our guests, and we’ll take your thoughts into consideration as we review our menu. We hope you’ll give us another chance in the future!
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suzann
Tampa
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our recent experience was mixed. Service, drinks and appetizers were great. I especially enjoyed the hamachi shooters. The restaurant was very noisy and our main dishes were sub par. My husband ordered the lobster gnocchi and it looked like something you'd get at Olive garden and tasted largely of flour. My scallops were cooked well but the items around them (rice wedges, corn foam, mushroom pieces) added nothing to the dish except an extra charge.
OystercatchersResponded 2 days ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the service, drinks, and appetizers, especially the Hamachi shooters. We do apologize that the main dishes didn’t meet your expectations. We take pride in our offerings and will use your comments to refine our dishes and improve the experience for future guests. We hope you’ll give us another chance to impress you. Please feel free to reach out to our management team directly so we can personally make it right.
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Lisa
Tallahassee
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was very good. The view is spectacular from the deck. Customer service was excellent. Would return for dinner soon.
OystercatchersResponded on December 16, 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, the spectacular view from the deck, and our excellent customer service. Knowing you plan to return for dinner means the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another memorable evening!
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Susanne
VIP
Tampa
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wait staff was great. Some food great, some not so good. Hostess a little rude and very concerned with the 5:30 timing of the dining room and bar opening.
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Randy
Tampa
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Having used Oystercatchers as a go to for special occasions and entertainment I am sad to say this time was a bit of a disappointment. The menu is wat too limited now and the value price compared to portion size is just not there anymore. Service and ambiance is still outstanding and food presentation is excellent. Sad to say however I will moist not likely be going back.
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Valerie
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was very loud making it hard to carry on a conversation. Other than that, it was a wonderful dining experience…
OystercatchersResponded on December 16, 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear you had a wonderful dining experience overall. We apologize for the noise level—it’s something we’re always working to improve, and we’ll look into ways to create a more comfortable atmosphere for conversations. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great experience!
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OpenTable Diner
Tampa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server was amazing! We celebrated our anniversary with a first time visit to this restaurant. Some portions were small for the price. Holiday cocktails were only available outside so that was disappointing. Chef prepared the sea bass to my preference.
OystercatchersResponded on December 16, 2024
Thank you for choosing us to celebrate your anniversary! We’re so glad to hear that your server made a great impression, and that the chef was able to prepare the sea bass just as you liked. We also appreciate your feedback about the portion sizes and the holiday cocktails. We’ll certainly take that into consideration as we continue to improve. We’d love to have you back soon for another special visit!
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juliette
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Overpriced mediocre food. I ordered the charred octopus which was so awful, I could not take a bite. I had it opt out for the crab cakes which was just as terrible. The main course was the sea bass, that too was unsatisfactory. The appearance of the restaurant could use a boost and the bathrooms are horrendous for the amount they charge for food. Would not recommend this place to anyone.
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FAQs

Oystercatchers offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (813) 207-6815.

Oystercatchers is rated 4.5 stars by 5313 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

2900 Bayport Drive, Tampa, FL 33607

Additional information

Cross street
Courtney Campbell Cswy / SR 60/Exit Bayport Dr.
Neighborhood
Tampa
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, Shellfish
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Complimentary valet service is offered Thursday - Saturday for dinner and Sunday for brunch. Self-parking is available outside of these periods.
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alessandro Silvestro
Entertainment
Join us for Live Entertainment all weekend long! Music on Friday and Sautday evenings and Sunday for Brunch.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.oystercatchersrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(813) 207-6815
Private party facilities
Gatherings become magical waterside experiences indelibly imprinted in your memory, with extraordinary sunset views, impeccable service and menus created specially for your occasion. Our private Tampa Bay event room offers an unequalled setting in which to host as many as 80 guests.
Private party contact
Olivia Sollberger: (813) 207-6814

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Oystercatchers

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

100 Tampa / Central Florida West Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Crab Cake

Shrimp Cocktail

Shrimp and Grits

Starters

Orange Sriracha Shrimp$20.00

Calamari Fries and Peppers$20.00

Charred Octopus a la Gallega$25.00

Oyster Rockefeller$18.00

Crab Cake$23.00

Charcuterie and Cheese Board$28.00

Raw Bar

Tuna Shooter$5.00

Hamachi Shooter$5.00

Shrimp Cocktail$4.00

Ahi Poke$22.00

Wagyu Tartare$22.00

Soup and Garden

Lobster and Crab Bisque$16.00

Grilled Caesar Salad$14.00

Burrata$14.00

Pear and Grape Salad$14.00

Salt Roasted Beet and Carrot Salad$16.00

Main Entrees

Grilled Grouper$44.00

Halibut and Miso$44.00

Pan Seared Scallops$44.00

Lobster & Truffle Gnocchi$52.00

Tuna Guajillo and Espresso Crust$44.00

Family Style Sides

Roasted Potatoes Under Ash

Spicy Roulette

Whipped Cheese Potatoes

Five Cheese Mac and Cheese

Grilled Broccolini

Grilled Asparagus

Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts

Complete Your Meal

Warm Water Lobster Tail$43.00

Grilled Gulf Shrimp$4.00

Marrow Butter$4.00

Black Truffle Butter$4.00

Grilled Scallops$7.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Oystercatchers offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Oystercatchers restaurant rated?

Is Oystercatchers currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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