Really good caesarâs , they put fresh horseradish and the flavour was great. Oysters were phenomenal and the cocktail sauce as well. I love the St Simonâs oysters so I definitely would recommend that, if you go during happy hour itâs very worth the visit. The Kale caesar was great too with the crispy chickpeas, tuna tartare was okay but good presentation, though the fries were really good with the garlic sauce. Small restaurant but the decor gives it lots of character, been twice already and will definitely be visiting again :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Raw Oysters on the Half Shell, Fries, Kale Ceaser Salad
Bo M
Great restaurant, shout out to Damien and the rest of the staff working yesterday who went above and beyond for us.
The food was also excellent, will definitely be back during happy hour to do some real damage on the oysters.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
H Sumaida
Went with few dishes. Sun seekers for us while our friends went with east coast oysters. Great selection. Lobster bisque was a complete miss it it was subpar and salty. The other dishes were all over salty. I thought maybe it was my tastebuds but later and next day morning never stopped drinking water. We had great time but food was not as we hoped service was great. Double tip for the server as it wasnât his fault for the kitchen double shalt evening
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Carroll Woolcox
Best oysters in Toronto!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew B
Went here for an evening birthday and had several plates of oysters as well as some sides. All the food was very fresh, though the ceviche was meager. Cheap beer was a plus, just know that the staff are somewhat hands off. Would certainly go again - best for a small group of four or less.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
MERT ATEĆ
The employees are not helpful at all, especially the Asian woman who brings the menu and the blond man. They are very rude, don't answer your questions properly, and take a long time to do what you ask them to do. These two employees are very rude...
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Werner Colangelo
Great as always.... Ask the bartender / shucker for oyster recommendations. She knows her stuff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alexander Ketrzynski
It was our second time celebrating a birthday at Oyster Boy and we enjoyed ourselves as much as the first time. We shared a mixed platter of 24 oysters and a salad. The oysters were so fresh and tasty I didnât want to follow up with anything else. The staff all seemed genuinely happy to be there. They were busy but were chill while answering any questions. I was surprised by how good the salad was while being so impressed by the oysters. âIce Cold Beerâ at $4 a can was another pleasant surprise. The atmosphere was busy while relaxed. One of the owners was working hard along with her employees and I really enjoyed having a brief chat.
I loved eating here. Best fish tacos I've ever had in my entire life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kal S
If youâre an oyster loverâor even just oyster-curiousâOyster Boy is a must-visit spot in Toronto. Iâve been a few times now and each experience has been consistently excellent. The quality of the oysters here is top-notch. You can tell they take great care in sourcing fresh, flavourful selections, and the staff really knows their stuff. Theyâll walk you through the different types and recommend options depending on your tasteâwhether you prefer something briny, buttery, or sweet.
Beyond oysters, the rest of the menu holds its own. The clam chowder is rich and comforting, and their small plates (like the scallop ceviche and crab cakes) are crafted with great attention to detail. Everything tastes like it came straight from the ocean to your plateâfresh, clean, and well-seasoned.
The vibe inside is casual but cozy. Itâs not a flashy place, which I actually love. It has that âhidden gemâ energyâintimate and unpretentious, with an old-school seafood bar charm. Perfect for a low-key date night, catching up with friends, or just sitting solo at the bar with a cold drink and a dozen oysters.
And hereâs the kickerâthey have a happy hour! This makes the experience even more enjoyable. Great oysters at a great price in a relaxed setting? Yes, please. Itâs the kind of place you want to return to over and over again.
Service is also consistently friendly and knowledgeable. Theyâre welcoming without being pushy, and they give you space to enjoy your food and company.
Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates high-quality seafood, a chill atmosphere, and great valueâespecially during happy hour. Oyster Boy is one of those places that lives up to the hype.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mark Drake
A Toronto staple for fresh oysters and great seafood, Oyster Boy has been a long-time favorite of mine in the Queen West area. Knowing and helpful staff can answer all shellfish questions with ease. Daily selections of shell fish are beautifully prepared, either raw or cooked. Half price Oysters from 5:00 to 6:00 and other Happy Hour specials are great value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stefan Di Iorio
Great service, tasty seafood, and a nice place to hang out with friends in a booth or at the bar. Nice to see the shuckers doing their job right at the bar!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scallops, Fish Tacos
Canadus Grace
Best place for shucked oysters in TO as they curated a great selection of West and East Coast Oysters. Quality is exceptional, fresh, plump, and juicy. Clean with no grit. More importantly, Oyster Boy has been very consistent in the last 2 decades. Unlike Diana's Seafood, where it can be hit and miss. It is located by Trinity Park and in Queen West, where you can get in some great shopping while walking off dinner.
Great service and selection đ
Service: 5
Really good caesarâs , they put fresh horseradish and the flavour was great. Oysters were phenomenal and the cocktail sauce as well. I love the St Simonâs oysters so I definitely would recommend that, if you go during happy hour itâs very worth the visit. The Kale caesar was great too with the crispy chickpeas, tuna tartare was okay but good presentation, though the fries were really good with the garlic sauce. Small restaurant but the decor gives it lots of character, been twice already and will definitely be visiting again :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Raw Oysters on the Half Shell, Fries, Kale Ceaser Salad
Great restaurant, shout out to Damien and the rest of the staff working yesterday who went above and beyond for us.
The food was also excellent, will definitely be back during happy hour to do some real damage on the oysters.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went with few dishes. Sun seekers for us while our friends went with east coast oysters. Great selection. Lobster bisque was a complete miss it it was subpar and salty. The other dishes were all over salty. I thought maybe it was my tastebuds but later and next day morning never stopped drinking water. We had great time but food was not as we hoped service was great. Double tip for the server as it wasnât his fault for the kitchen double shalt evening
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Best oysters in Toronto!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went here for an evening birthday and had several plates of oysters as well as some sides. All the food was very fresh, though the ceviche was meager. Cheap beer was a plus, just know that the staff are somewhat hands off. Would certainly go again - best for a small group of four or less.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
The employees are not helpful at all, especially the Asian woman who brings the menu and the blond man. They are very rude, don't answer your questions properly, and take a long time to do what you ask them to do. These two employees are very rude...
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Great as always.... Ask the bartender / shucker for oyster recommendations. She knows her stuff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was our second time celebrating a birthday at Oyster Boy and we enjoyed ourselves as much as the first time. We shared a mixed platter of 24 oysters and a salad. The oysters were so fresh and tasty I didnât want to follow up with anything else. The staff all seemed genuinely happy to be there. They were busy but were chill while answering any questions. I was surprised by how good the salad was while being so impressed by the oysters. âIce Cold Beerâ at $4 a can was another pleasant surprise. The atmosphere was busy while relaxed. One of the owners was working hard along with her employees and I really enjoyed having a brief chat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good people. Thank you.
Restaurantji Recommends
I loved eating here. Best fish tacos I've ever had in my entire life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If youâre an oyster loverâor even just oyster-curiousâOyster Boy is a must-visit spot in Toronto. Iâve been a few times now and each experience has been consistently excellent. The quality of the oysters here is top-notch. You can tell they take great care in sourcing fresh, flavourful selections, and the staff really knows their stuff. Theyâll walk you through the different types and recommend options depending on your tasteâwhether you prefer something briny, buttery, or sweet.
Beyond oysters, the rest of the menu holds its own. The clam chowder is rich and comforting, and their small plates (like the scallop ceviche and crab cakes) are crafted with great attention to detail. Everything tastes like it came straight from the ocean to your plateâfresh, clean, and well-seasoned.
The vibe inside is casual but cozy. Itâs not a flashy place, which I actually love. It has that âhidden gemâ energyâintimate and unpretentious, with an old-school seafood bar charm. Perfect for a low-key date night, catching up with friends, or just sitting solo at the bar with a cold drink and a dozen oysters.
And hereâs the kickerâthey have a happy hour! This makes the experience even more enjoyable. Great oysters at a great price in a relaxed setting? Yes, please. Itâs the kind of place you want to return to over and over again.
Service is also consistently friendly and knowledgeable. Theyâre welcoming without being pushy, and they give you space to enjoy your food and company.
Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates high-quality seafood, a chill atmosphere, and great valueâespecially during happy hour. Oyster Boy is one of those places that lives up to the hype.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
A Toronto staple for fresh oysters and great seafood, Oyster Boy has been a long-time favorite of mine in the Queen West area.
Knowing and helpful staff can answer all shellfish questions with ease.
Daily selections of shell fish are beautifully prepared, either raw or cooked.
Half price Oysters from 5:00 to 6:00 and other Happy Hour specials are great value.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service, tasty seafood, and a nice place to hang out with friends in a booth or at the bar. Nice to see the shuckers doing their job right at the bar!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scallops, Fish Tacos
Best place for shucked oysters in TO as they curated a great selection of West and East Coast Oysters. Quality is exceptional, fresh, plump, and juicy. Clean with no grit. More importantly, Oyster Boy has been very consistent in the last 2 decades. Unlike Diana's Seafood, where it can be hit and miss. It is located by Trinity Park and in Queen West, where you can get in some great shopping while walking off dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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