The service is awesome. The seafood is fresh and the atmosphere is great. One of my favorite places to eat.
Jeff
Only thing better than the food was the wait staff. They were fantastic. Could be some of the best I ever had.
Lou
Excellent seafood choices. Very good wine list with a range of offerings. Nelson did an outstanding job taking care of us.
Mac
Despite very few guests in the restaurant service was spotty and lobster was seriously overcooked. Not the usual great experience we have at Oceanaire.
CynCere
Minor and Elmer made the experience top tier! This was my first time here- celebrating a birthday occasion with friend and I'm glad I chose to celebrate here!
Amber
I typically enjoy my meal here. This is the second 3rd birthday dinner I've had with them! The Dover sole is by far the best thing I've ever tasted
John
I was visiting from out of town and brought my son out for his birthday. We had Paige as our server and had a great experience. On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the best, Paige is a 25.
Merih
While visiting DC for IMF Meetings I have stopped by twice for lunch and dinner which proves how much I liked.
Tore
Nice Oysters ok food a really bad service. We was not finish with our starter before the main was served. They told us at they have a big party so the chefs want to push the food out 😡 really bad experience this time, it's defiantly not matching the price. Sorry but that is the true.
Alice
What a wonderful evening , especially Maynor and his impeccable service and excellent recommendations along with the friendly and accommodating staff. Thank you !
When we arrived no one was there to greet us. Even though we had a reservation. We had a table for 2. My wife's food was perfectly cooked. My crab was overcooked. I was never asked if I wanted a drink refill.. the complimentary bread came at the end of the meal.
Larry
Absolutely wonderful restaurant. Service was outstanding and the food was unbelievably delicious. Will definitely be going back!
Shawna Bonilla
As someone who has eaten at every Michelin Star restaurant in DC (and disappointed by most)I haven't even finished my meal here and I can't recommend more. I dined alone for my birthday and the attention to detail by all staff is unparalleled. Photo includes complementary bread (exceptional), pickle plate, shrimp cocktail, crab cake, and halibut special. If you are seeking exceptional service AND food quality I highly recommend. It's impossible to list the names of the associates that made my evening but the short list includes:: Elmer, Minor, Ronnie and Fernando (to be clear everyone not listed is incredible). Thank you for making this feel like I wasn't alone and providing above and beyond meal and service. I couldn't ask for more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heather
The food was wonderful! The service was nonexistent. And it was a Monday and they were not busy. After our food was delivered we never saw another server until they brought the check. No one checked on how our food was, no one asked if we wanted more of our bottle of wine- which we had to go & find ourselves, no one asked if we wanted anything else. NO ONE!
LRC
I had an outstanding experience ordering from The Oceanaire Seafood Room through DoorDash. Ronnie went above and beyond to make sure my order was handled perfectly. From the moment I placed the order, his communication was clear, friendly, and prompt. He double-checked special instructions, kept me updated about the status, and even made sure everything was packed securely so nothing spilled during delivery. The food arrived fresh, hot, and exactly as ordered — but what truly set this experience apart was Ronnie’s professionalism and genuine care. In a world where good service can feel rare, his attention to detail and upbeat attitude made the whole experience seamless and stress-free. If you’re ordering from The Oceanaire Seafood Room, I highly recommend asking for Ronnie — his customer service is top-notch and really makes the difference!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oceanaire Signature Sourdough and Relish Tray, Seafood, Salad
The service is awesome. The seafood is fresh and the atmosphere is great. One of my favorite places to eat.
Only thing better than the food was the wait staff. They were fantastic. Could be some of the best I ever had.
Excellent seafood choices. Very good wine list with a range of offerings. Nelson did an outstanding job taking care of us.
Despite very few guests in the restaurant service was spotty and lobster was seriously overcooked. Not the usual great experience we have at Oceanaire.
Minor and Elmer made the experience top tier! This was my first time here- celebrating a birthday occasion with friend and I'm glad I chose to celebrate here!
I typically enjoy my meal here. This is the second 3rd birthday dinner I've had with them! The Dover sole is by far the best thing I've ever tasted
I was visiting from out of town and brought my son out for his birthday. We had Paige as our server and had a great experience. On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the best, Paige is a 25.
While visiting DC for IMF Meetings I have stopped by twice for lunch and dinner which proves how much I liked.
Nice Oysters ok food a really bad service. We was not finish with our starter before the main was served. They told us at they have a big party so the chefs want to push the food out 😡 really bad experience this time, it's defiantly not matching the price. Sorry but that is the true.
What a wonderful evening , especially Maynor and his impeccable service and excellent recommendations along with the friendly and accommodating staff. Thank you !
Restaurantji Recommends
When we arrived no one was there to greet us. Even though we had a reservation. We had a table for 2. My wife's food was perfectly cooked. My crab was overcooked. I was never asked if I wanted a drink refill.. the complimentary bread came at the end of the meal.
Absolutely wonderful restaurant. Service was outstanding and the food was unbelievably delicious. Will definitely be going back!
As someone who has eaten at every Michelin Star restaurant in DC (and disappointed by most)I haven't even finished my meal here and I can't recommend more. I dined alone for my birthday and the attention to detail by all staff is unparalleled. Photo includes complementary bread (exceptional), pickle plate, shrimp cocktail, crab cake, and halibut special. If you are seeking exceptional service AND food quality I highly recommend. It's impossible to list the names of the associates that made my evening but the short list includes:: Elmer, Minor, Ronnie and Fernando (to be clear everyone not listed is incredible). Thank you for making this feel like I wasn't alone and providing above and beyond meal and service. I couldn't ask for more.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was wonderful! The service was nonexistent. And it was a Monday and they were not busy. After our food was delivered we never saw another server until they brought the check. No one checked on how our food was, no one asked if we wanted more of our bottle of wine- which we had to go & find ourselves, no one asked if we wanted anything else. NO ONE!
I had an outstanding experience ordering from The Oceanaire Seafood Room through DoorDash. Ronnie went above and beyond to make sure my order was handled perfectly. From the moment I placed the order, his communication was clear, friendly, and prompt. He double-checked special instructions, kept me updated about the status, and even made sure everything was packed securely so nothing spilled during delivery.
The food arrived fresh, hot, and exactly as ordered — but what truly set this experience apart was Ronnie’s professionalism and genuine care. In a world where good service can feel rare, his attention to detail and upbeat attitude made the whole experience seamless and stress-free.
If you’re ordering from The Oceanaire Seafood Room, I highly recommend asking for Ronnie — his customer service is top-notch and really makes the difference!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Oceanaire Signature Sourdough and Relish Tray, Seafood, Salad
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