King Street Oyster Bar

$$ • Seafood, Salad, Pet Friendly

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12435 Park Potomac Ave, Potomac
(301) 296-6260

About King Street Oyster Bar

King Street Oyster Bar, located on M Street, is a popular spot for seafood and drinks. The restaurant offers a variety of seating options, including outdoor, covered outdoor, indoor bar, and a more intimate dining area. The menu features a blue crab dip with generous chunks of lump crab meat, as well as fresh and well-cleaned oysters. Guests often enjoy the happy hour menu, which is very affordable and includes dishes like shrimp sliders, tuna tacos, and fried green tomatoes. The food is generally praised, with fried oysters, seafood pasta, and the burger being standout dishes. The burger is noted for its perfectly cooked short rib patty and well-seasoned skin-on fries, making it a highlight of the menu. Service is attentive and welcoming, with many customers mentioning excellent service during their visits. The atmosphere is relaxed and great for casual get-togethers or laid-back dates. Customers also appreciate the happy hour, which features $1 oysters daily from 3 to 6, and delicious drinks like frose and sangria. Recently, visitors raved about the oyster deals on Monday evenings, where they enjoyed $1 oysters in multiples of three, as well as other dishes like crabcake sliders, tuna tacos in a radish wrap, and crispy, meaty wings. Many guests highlighted the Sunset Daiquiri, which leaned a little tart but was still enjoyable, and the House Gimlet, a standout with coconut foam adding a sweet touch. The Dubai Chocolate Brownie was described as a perfect treat, with some mentioning it as the highlight of their visit. The venue often draws praise for its good food, friendly service, and lively, relaxed atmosphere, making it a favorite for casual dining and special visits.

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King Street Oyster Bar Reviews

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333 ratings
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4.2
Atmosphere
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Service
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I came here after hiking Great Falls, I’m from NC and I’m not used to such a great dining experience!

This was my first and last at this restaurant. A friend recommended it as a good happy hours. We reserved a table for 6. We arrived at 4pm and ordered food. Everything was a ok; server was average, food was average but beers were good.we ordered several rounds. Everything was a ok until we were told by a female manager that we have 10 minutes to wrap up. This was now about 6 o'clock. OK No problem we were finishing up our last round. 10 minutes later, a male manager came...read full review

Service and food were very good. Good for couples and groups. Less than 10 people they don’t take reservations. Diverse oyster menu, great happy hour prices (drinks, Oysters and other food). It’s a “loud” environment wherever you sit.

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Hours

Monday 11AM - 9PM
Tuesday 11AM - 9PM
Wednesday 11AM - 9PM
Thursday 11AM - 9PM
Friday 11AM - 10PM
Saturday 11AM - 10PM
Sunday 11AM - 9PM
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