Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver

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   mark

   VIP

   Denver

   56 reviews

   4.0

   56 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Always enjoy the food and service. We went in last night for the $1.31 Oysters, we ordered 12 and the cost was over $40 total. No one let us know that the offer is not for all Oysters. It is a great promotion but they need to be clear with their patrons.
   

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   Elizabeth

   VIP

   Denver

   43 reviews

   5.0

   43 reviews

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious oysters, excellent fried seafood platter big enough to share, great tartar sauce. Absolutely love this place!
   

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   Brandon

   VIP

   Greater Boston

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great everything and really good food. Service was great even tho they were busy
   

   Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded today

   Brandon, we're thrilled that you enjoyed everything from our food to the service! Your kind review means a lot to us. We can't wait to have you back for more great experiences with us!
   

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   Mark

   Denver

   66 reviews

   3.0

   66 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Food was good, service was OK. Good value. Interesting take on standard cocktails...love the truffle salt on the Martini.
   

   Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 1 day ago

   Hi Mark, we're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and found value in dining with us. Your feedback on our cocktails and service is greatly appreciated. We strive for excellence in all aspects of your experience, so it's important for us to address any areas where we may have fallen short. If you could share more insights with us at sean[at]shuckinggoodhospitality.com, it would be immensely helpful in ensuring we continue to provide top-notch service. Thank you for your support, and we hope to hear from you soon.
   

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   Tim

   New Orleans

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We like the selection of Oysters. It’s fun to select different locales and flavor profiles. The Spanish octopus was a unique appetizer and very good. Ashleigh did a great job taking can of use. Great Date Night!
   

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   Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded today

   Tim, we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our selection of oysters and the Spanish octopus appetizer! Ashleigh will be pleased to know that her service was appreciated. Thank you for choosing us for your date night - we can't wait to welcome you back for another great dining experience soon!
   

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   Jennifer

   VIP

   Denver

   42 reviews

   5.0

   42 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Love the menu, the staff, the cocktails and the experience!! One of my favorite places in Denver!
   

   Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded today

   We're thrilled to be one of your favorite places in Denver, Jennifer! Your kind words mean the world to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable moments at our restaurant. Thank you for your support!
   

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   Dan

   Denver

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   I had high hopes for Blue Island, but unfortunately, the experience fell short of expectations. While the space itself was inviting and the staff courteous, the food left much to be desired—especially given the restaurant’s premium pricing. To start, we were seated next to the host stand, which wasn’t my preference, but the place looked pretty full; our server brought menus and drinks without delay. The menu boasted a variety of options, with a focus on seafood and steak. However, we were informed that both the filet and shrimp were unavailable that evening. While not a deal-breaker, it was disappointing to see key items unavailable. For appetizers, we chose a variety of oysters, and the crab spinach dip. The oysters were fresh and flavorful, easily the highlight of the first round, and a good start to the evening. The crab spinach dip, however, was fairly average and didn’t leave much of an impression. For the main courses, we selected a half order of stuffed lobster with frites, swordfish, and side dishes of roasted rainbow carrots and crispy Brussels sprouts. Sadly, the sides were the most enjoyable part of the meal. The Brussels sprouts were well-seasoned and perfectly crispy, and the frites were satisfying. But the lobster was overcooked and rubbery, the swordfish bland and similarly overdone, and the rainbow carrots were surprisingly undercooked and crunchy. Feeling unsure of my own assessment, I asked my girlfriend for her thoughts, and she shared my disappointment. For a restaurant that positions itself as a high-quality dining destination, the execution of the dishes was underwhelming, and the prices felt unjustified. On the positive side, the restaurant itself has a pleasant atmosphere, and the staff were friendly and attentive throughout the evening. However, that alone isn’t enough to bring us back. With the inconsistency in the food, it’s hard to justify a return visit. I truly wish the experience had been better, as it had so much potential.
   

   Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 3 days ago

   Hi Dan, we truly appreciate the detailed feedback you've provided regarding your recent visit. It's disheartening to hear that the food didn't quite meet your expectations and fell short of what you were hoping for. Your insights are incredibly valuable, and we would greatly appreciate it if you could share more details with us at sean[at]shuckinggoodhospitality.com. Understanding where we went wrong will help us work towards making improvements in our offerings. Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, and we hope to hear from you soon.
   

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   Gary

   VIP

   Denver

   19 reviews

   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fun place with great food, will definitely be back.
   

   Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 4 days ago

   Gary, we're thrilled to hear that you had a fun dining experience with us! We can't wait to have you back for more great food and good times. Thank you for your support - see you again soon!
   

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   Terri

   VIP

   Denver

   67 reviews

   5.0

   67 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The food is always well prepared and presented. The menu has a lot of variety and great items for lunch.
   

   Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 6 days ago

   It's wonderful to know that our menu variety and lunch options hit the spot for you. Thank you for your continued support, Terri - we can't wait to serve you more fantastic meals in the future!
   

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    Gary

    Chicago

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3

    Gree we at fresh seafood in an upscale high energy environment-highly recommend
    

    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 6 days ago

    Gary, we're thrilled to hear that you had a great dining experience with us. Thank you for the high recommendation - we truly appreciate it! We can't wait to welcome you back for more delicious meals and fantastic moments. See you again soon!
    

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