Local Ocean Seafoods
$$ • Seafood, Vegan
Hours:
213 SE Bay Blvd., Newport
(541) 574-7959
About Local Ocean Seafoods
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Local Ocean Seafoods Reviews
Fantastic LOCALLY CAUGHT seafood and always-friendly, always-knowledgeable staff. Turns out when you treat your team well, they are much happier at work. That care is a constant undercurrent at Local Ocean. (Also, yes: romantic, outdoor seating, great views, and GREAT FOOD.)
We live locally, and have waited 5 years to try Local Ocean. It just seems better suited to tourists. Hesitantly, this year for our anniversary we decided to give it a shot. I got the fishwives stew. Crab legs in the bottom of a thick tomatoe based stew, prefect for getting all over yourself trying to crack. Shrimp were so over cooked, i could barely chew them. Same with the clams and mussels. The 1 single bay scallop was good. Rockfish was also very over cooked and dry, even...read full review
The 20% service charge is outrageous. Like OTHERS I’ve now seen posted I clearly missed the small sign when I first walked in, and I didn’t study the menu in detail beyond the food items. I was there to have lunch, not to read about the history of your restaurant. As an out-of-town visitor, I never had the chance to check your website. I came to eat, plain and simple—there was no reason for me to visit your website. It’s not my responsibility to pay your employees a fair...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 8PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 8PM |
Local Ocean Seafoods offers an extensive menu featuring fresh and excellent seafood options, along with vegetarian and meat dishes. The restaurant has a welcoming atmosphere suitable for family dining while maintaining an adult ambiance. The service is friendly, knowledgeable, and professional, although it may be slow during peak hours. Guests enjoy a fantastic view of the bay and harbor from the second-floor windows, and pets are welcome in the outdoor seating area. The food is delicious, with perfect portion sizes, and while the prices can be a bit higher, the quality makes it worthwhile. Recent reviews emphasize that the service is top-notch, attentive, and responsive, with personal attention that enhances the dining experience. The menu features creative options, including locally sourced seafood and fresh oysters from Netarts Bay that are briny and clean. Customers appreciate the variety of non-alcoholic drinks that feel special alongside dinner. The restaurant is popular, especially with reservations, and offers good value for money. The boss is attentive and friendly, adding to the overall enjoyment. Overall, Local Ocean Seafoods remains a highly recommended spot for fresh seafood and a pleasant atmosphere, where memorable meals are made unforgettable by the warm and welcoming staff.