The Shop by Island Creek Oysters

We’re always on the hunt for dollar oysters, but at $1.95 each, this place is unmatched. Few spots can compete with their focus on quality over quantity.

This will forever be our go-to spot for oysters whenever we’re in Maine, and we hope it never changes. In our opinion, this is hands down the best combination of quality and value for oysters in all of New England

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Oysters are incredible. Service is also great. Hard to beat

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love the shop! Oysters are great!
Pro tip: add the smoked trout on toast!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

We happened to randomly stumble upon this oyster bar and we absolutely loved the food! The oysters were incredibly fresh and after ordering an initial order, we had to go back for seconds! The Saltwind oysters from the Scarborough River were my personal favorite, but all of them were great. Definitely recommend ordering the Dressed Oysters too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Oysters on the Half Shell

Amazing, briny, delicious oysters!!! Six different types of oysters to choose from. We sat outside on the patio with our dog... wet and a bit chilly but love bringing the pup along! Oysters were A+, up there with the best of my life...BUT the prosecco was so flat it looked like chardonnay and the beer, Austin Street pilsner, was mediocre at best. Portland has so many great beers but that wasn't one of them. Otherwise, a wonderful experience for $2 an oyster!

3.5 stars, rounded up to 4

Cheap oysters at $1.95 each. We saw ppl behind the counters busy chucking and serving fresh oysters. That’s what we came for and they were good.

Also got the bloody mary that comes with oyster for $12, but the drink was bitter…
The happy hour items were cheap but the portions were small. The beer came in a glass smaller than a standard pint and chips with green goddess dressing was not that much either.

The service was great, and everyone who worked there was very friendly.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

I think this is one of the places you should stop by when you go to Maine. If you like oysters.
They sell main oysters from different regions, and it’s nice to be able to try a variety of different flavors. As someone who doesn't eat oysters often, I feel like they are fresh and the price is cheap.
This is one of the more memorable restaurants I've eaten in Main.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fav place fer oysters on the east end. Fun slushies on tap, tasty smoked fish dip, and a great big neon horseshoe crab sign. Lots of outdoor seating, too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time trying Oysters! This place is great. Friendly staff, plenty of seating indoors and outside. Prices are very reasonable.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chips Dip

Absolutely loved it here. The food and vibes were so good. Get the dressed oysters ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Scallop Crudo, Chips Dip

First time at The Shop by Island Creek Oysters. We enjoyed the delicious food and cool vibes. The cocktails were great:)
My husband absolutely loved the oysters!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tuna, Pickled

?East Bayside/Munjoy Hill, Portland
?Visited: August 2021
?Parking: street parking, paid lots nearby
?Seating/Service: full service or counter/bar service, indoor and outdoor seating
?Menu Favorites: oyster raw bar, dips, bubbly
?Dog-Friendly: yes
??Kid-Friendly: yes, but limited menu for kids
⭐️Recommend: a great place to dip your toes into the raw bar experience with some oysters and a drink

The best oysters.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

As an Island Creek fan, I had to stop here while in Portland. After visiting, I only wish I had more time to enjoy their full menu! We loved the atmosphere and decor and, most importantly, the oysters were beyond compare—beautifully prepared and incredibly delicious, I’ll be thinking about them for a long time!

Side note: I don’t always use mignonette (especially with good fresh oysters), but theirs was SO good.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We visit from Ohio sparingly but when we do, we make sure we come here. Good vibes, good service, great oysters and prosecco.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Anchovy Toast