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Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston, Charleston, SC

Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston

4.6
4.6
2719 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
Travis and Ryan Croxton debut their spinoff from the highly acclaimed Rappahannock Oyster Bar at Union Market in Washington, DC. They’ve even brought their DC Chef, Kevin Kelly, to man the kitchen at this outpost. This location in the historic Cigar Factory Building on East Bay Street, allows room for Chef Kelly to showcase more of his cuisine to a larger audience, including an incredibly unique 40 seat raw bar. Oysters grown by the Croxton’s own Rappahannock Oyster Company are accentuated, but Kelly’s signature dishes like lambs’n’clams, crabcakes, shrimp & grits and the best po’ boy you’ll ever eat are enough reasons in their own right for constant visits. Coupled with a great cocktail program and focus on local ingredients, ROB is a great place for any occasion.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Fish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (843) 576-4693
  • Website
    http://www.rroysters.com/restaurants/rappbarchs
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kevin Kelly
  • Location
    701 E Bay Street, Suite 110, Charleston, SC 29403
  • Area
    Downtown Charleston
  • Cross Street
    Columbus
  • Parking details
    We offer free one hour parking 11:30am-5:00pm and unlimited free parking after 5:00pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston's menu was last updated 2022-02-02.

Sun–Sat: 11:00am-8:00pm

Raw Bar*

    Our Farms

    • Rappahannock River Oysters™

      Sweet & buttery — Topping, VA

      • 6 forUSD 12.00
      • 12 forUSD 24.00
      • 24 forUSD 48.00

    • Rochambeau Oysters™

      Mildly Briny — York, VA

      • 6 forUSD 12.00
      • 12 forUSD 24.00
      • 24 forUSD 48.00

    • Olde Salt Oysters™

      Ocean salt — Chincoteague, VA

      • 6 forUSD 12.00
      • 12 forUSD 24.00
      • 24 forUSD 48.00

    • Chilled Local Peel & Eat Shrimp

      • eachUSD 2.00

    • Littleneck Clams

      Ask your server for today's location of harvest

      • 6 forUSD 7.50
      • 12 forUSD 15.00
      • 24 forUSD 30.00

    Smaller Plates

    • Bread FlightUSD 10.00

      Daily selection of artisan breads, butters, and spreads

      • Smoked Fish DipUSD 12.00

        Smoked fish, saltines, house hot sauce

        • Fresh Greens SaladUSD 13.00

          Local greens, red onion, radish, ricotta salata, vinaigrette

          • Grilled OystersUSD 15.00

            Smoked jalapeño butter

            • Mussels In SofritoUSD 16.00

              Smoked paprika, tomato, shallot, piquillo pepper, white wine, grilled bread

              • Baked ClamsUSD 15.00

                Thai sausage, coconut reduction, basil gremolata

                • Steamed Shrimp

                  East Bay seasoning, white wine, butter

                  • 1/2 lbUSD 16.00
                  • 1 lbUSD 30.00

                Larger Plates

                • Shrimp & GritsUSD 23.00

                  Black garlic, piquillo peppers, shellfish butter, Marsh Hen Mill grits

                  • Jumbo Lump CrabcakeUSD 29.00

                    fresh lump crab, remoulade, napa slaw

                    • Pan Seared Local FishUSD 29.00

                      Melted onions, fennel broth, egg yolk, espelette

                      • Steamed ClamsUSD 20.00

                        caperberry, anchovy, garlic, golden raisin, baguette

                        • Grilled Wagyu Skirt Steak*USD 28.00

                          Carolina gold rice, snow peas, seasonal vegetables, sweet soy

                          • Whole Grilled Fish

                            Chili oil, radish, celery leaf

                            • Market Price

                          • Shrimp CurryUSD 26.00

                            brussels, coconut, Carolina Gold rice, tamarind, garam masala

                            • Fish MilaneseUSD 21.00

                              Baby greens, radish, grilled lemon, remoulade

                              • Fish & ChipsUSD 18.00

                                French fries, Napa slaw, fennel tartar

                                Caviar

                                1 ounce jars served with egg salad and house chips

                                • SturgeonUSD 78.00

                                  • PaddlefishUSD 56.00

                                    • Trout RoeUSD 18.00

                                      Sandwiches

                                      • Oyster Po'BoyUSD 15.00

                                        Tomatillo salsa verde, napa slaw, house chips

                                        • Shrimp Po'BoyUSD 15.00

                                          Tomatillo salsa verde, napa slaw, house chips

                                          • Rapp BurgerUSD 13.00

                                            Double beef patty, house pickles, carmelized onions, cheddar, bagnarotte

                                            Sides

                                            $6

                                            • Marsh Hen Mill Grits

                                              • Napa Cabbage Slaw

                                                • Collard Greens

                                                  • Side Salad

                                                    • French Fries

                                                      • House Chips

                                                        House Cocktails

                                                        • Bloody MaryUSD 8.00

                                                          Vodka / tomato / fresno chili / fish sauce

                                                          • Winter High FashionedUSD 11.00

                                                            Bourbon / Mancino Bianco / Montenegro / black walnut

                                                            • French 75USD 9.00

                                                              Gin / lemon / sparkling wine

                                                              • Roger NelsonUSD 12.00

                                                                Gin / Luxardo / Cointreau / lemon / egg white / Peychaud

                                                                • Ángel PicanteUSD 9.00

                                                                  Lunazul blanco / lime orgeat / chile de árbol

                                                                  • WinterbirdUSD 11.00

                                                                    Rum / Fernet / citrus / pineapple

                                                                    Wines by the Glass

                                                                      White

                                                                      • Pinot Grigio, Impero Collection, Italy 2019USD 7.00

                                                                        • Sauvingnon Blanc, Collevento 921, Friuli 2019USD 9.00

                                                                          • Verdejo, Vina Galana, Tierra de Castilla 2019USD 8.00

                                                                            • Picpoul, Domitia, Pinet 2019USD 10.00

                                                                              • Riesling, Nik Weis, Urban, Mosel 2019USD 9.00

                                                                                • Chenin Blanc, Bernard Fouquet, Cuvee de Silex, Vouvray 2019USD 15.00

                                                                                  • Gruner Veltliner, Skeleton, Austria 2019USD 8.00

                                                                                    • Chardonnay, Novellum, Vin D' France 2019USD 10.00

                                                                                      • Albariño, Legado Del Conde, Rias Baixas 2019USD 12.00

                                                                                        Rose

                                                                                        • Cabernet, Tannat, Domaine de Maubet, Cotes de Gascogne 2018USD 8.00

                                                                                          • Pinot Noir, Starmont, Carneros 2018USD 9.00

                                                                                            • Cinsault, Mont Gravet, Pays d'Oc 2019USD 9.00

                                                                                              Red

                                                                                              • Lambrusco, Amabile, Modena NVUSD 7.00

                                                                                                chilled, lightly sparkling, off-dry

                                                                                                • Pinot Noir, King & Cannon, Willamette Valley 2019USD 14.00

                                                                                                  • Pinot Noir, Jp.chenet, Reserve, Languedocroussillion 2018USD 9.00

                                                                                                    • Gamay, Malbec, Pinot Noir, Mary Taylor, Valencay, Loire 2017USD 14.00

                                                                                                      • Malbec, Remanso, Mendoza, Argentina 2019USD 9.00

                                                                                                        • Cabernet Sauvignon, Elemental Substance, Columbia Valley 2018USD 11.00

                                                                                                          • Corvina, Rondinella, Tinazzi, Valpolicella Superiore, Ripasso 2018USD 15.00

                                                                                                            • Zinfandel, Masca del Tacco, Puglia 2018USD 13.00

                                                                                                              Bubbles

                                                                                                              • Macabeo, Xarello, Chic, Cava, Spain NVUSD 10.00

                                                                                                                • Champagne, Jean Noel Haton, Classic, Brut NVUSD 16.00

                                                                                                                  • Pinot Noir, Lucien Albrecht, Brut Rose, Crémant D' Alsace NVUSD 14.00

                                                                                                                    Oyster Shooters

                                                                                                                    • Vodka ShooterUSD 7.00

                                                                                                                      vodka / mignonette

                                                                                                                      • Mezcal ShooterUSD 7.00

                                                                                                                        Mezcal / grapefruit / agave / togarashi.

                                                                                                                        • Gin ShooterUSD 7.00

                                                                                                                          gin / lime / honey syrup

                                                                                                                          • Tequila ShooterUSD 7.00

                                                                                                                            tequila / grapefruit / grenadine / sriracha

                                                                                                                            • Bloody ShooterUSD 7.00

                                                                                                                              vodka / house bloody mary mix / hot sauce

                                                                                                                              Beers

                                                                                                                              • Austin East Original Dry Cider, 5%, Austin, TX

                                                                                                                                • Cans (12 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                                              • Shofferhofer Grapefruit Hefeweizen, 2.5%, Frankfurt, Germany

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                                              • Noda Seasonal Gose, 4%, Charlotte, NC

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                                              • Natural Light Tallboy, 4.2%, St. Louis, MO

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 3.00

                                                                                                                              • Edmund's Oast Something Cold Blonde Ale, 5%, Charleston, SC

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 7.00

                                                                                                                              • New Belgium Fat Tire, 5.2%, Asheville, NC

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                                              • Bell's Best Brown Ale, 5.8%, Comstock, MI

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                                              • NoDa Coco Loco Porter, 6.2%, Charlotte, NC

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 7.00

                                                                                                                              • Sycamore Juiciness IPA, 6.8%, Charlotte, NC

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                                              • Wicked Weed Pernicious IPA, 7.3%, Asheville, NC

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 7.00

                                                                                                                              • Stone Fear Movie Lions Double IPA, 8.5%, Richmond, VA

                                                                                                                                • Cans (16 oz)USD 7.00

                                                                                                                              • Narragansett Lager, 5%, Pawtucket, RI

                                                                                                                                • Drafts (16 oz)USD 5.00

                                                                                                                              • Birds Fly South Kölsch, 4.7%, Greenville, SC

                                                                                                                                • Drafts (16 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                                              • Allagash White Ale, 5.2 %, Portland, Me

                                                                                                                                • Drafts (16 oz)USD 6.00

                                                                                                                              • Commonhouse Park Circle Pale Ale, 5.5%, N. Charleston, SC

                                                                                                                                • Drafts (16 oz)USD 8.00

                                                                                                                              • Southern Barrel Brewing Damn Yankee IPA, 6.4%, Bluffton, SC

                                                                                                                                • Drafts (16 oz)USD 7.00

                                                                                                                              • Munkle Brewing Company Silver Shoes Stout, 6.1 %, Charleston, SC

                                                                                                                                • Drafts (16 oz)USD 8.00

                                                                                                                              Spiritless

                                                                                                                              • RozataUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                grapefruit / lemon / orgeat barrel-aged bitters / soda

                                                                                                                                • Buckler

                                                                                                                                  Non Alcoholic ~ Germany

                                                                                                                                  • Btl (12 oz)USD 4.00

                                                                                                                                • Sherry TempleUSD 6.00

                                                                                                                                  lemon / grenadine / sherry vinegar / soda

                                                                                                                                  Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                                                                                                  What 2,719 people are saying

                                                                                                                                  Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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                                                                                                                                  4.6
                                                                                                                                  4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                                                                                                  • 4.6Service
                                                                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                                                                  • 4.4Value

                                                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                                                                  • South Carolina

                                                                                                                                    Seafood

                                                                                                                                  • Charleston

                                                                                                                                    Seafood

                                                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                  Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston is celebrated for its outstanding oysters and vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about the "delicious and fresh raw oysters," "excellent crab cakes," and "amazing service." While some note occasional noise and service hiccups, the overall experience remains a "great Charleston dining experience" with "friendly and attentive staff."

                                                                                                                                  2,719 Reviews

                                                                                                                                  1. Ann-Marie

                                                                                                                                    Ottawa3 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                    Fun ambiance, excellent service, outstanding food.

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                                                                                                                                  2. Donald VIP

                                                                                                                                    Charleston12 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                    Outside awning or umbrellas would be very welcomed! Great service and food, thanks!

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                                                                                                                                  3. Christopher

                                                                                                                                    New York City12 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 9 March 2025

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                    An Attentive, professional and friendly staff starts you off on the right foot and the food brings it all home. Everything was delicious, fresh and well seasoned. Beverage options are broad and diverse with a well selected list of wines by the glass that paired so well with the menu. Looking forward to eating there any time I’m in Charleston. 

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                                                                                                                                  4. NISBDA VIP

                                                                                                                                    Charleston26 reviews

                                                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 6 March 2025

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                                                    Great happy hour values, nice patio, excellent service (thanks, Chase!).

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                                                                                                                                  5. Scott

                                                                                                                                    Charlotte8 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 6 March 2025

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    Glad we chose Rappahannock randomly via OpenTable! Excellent FRESH oysters, crab and fish dishes. Our server, Katie, was a delight. Hope to revisit soon.

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                                                                                                                                  6. RussellS

                                                                                                                                    Columbus7 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 3 March 2025

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                    It was Great! Five stars are not enough. You need at least one more, maybe two.

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                                                                                                                                  7. peter

                                                                                                                                    Charleston111 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    We love Rappahannock, the food is delicious and the service is always great. We recommend this spot to lots of friends that love seafood, local and fresh!

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                                                                                                                                  8. Hotelman

                                                                                                                                    Coastal Georgia4 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 27 February 2025

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    Great service, great food and great atmosphere! You will not go wrong here!

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                                                                                                                                  9. SCdiners

                                                                                                                                    Charleston4 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 27 February 2025

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    Beautiful late Feb. day - we ate outside! Oysters were terrific! Enjoyed lunch fare and fantastic weather. Had a great server. What more could you ask for?

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                                                                                                                                  10. lou VIP

                                                                                                                                    Charleston24 reviews

                                                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                                                    Dined on 25 February 2025

                                                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                    Great food, excellent service and fair prices along with free convenient parking. What more could anyone want!!!

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                                                                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                                                                  Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 576-4693.

                                                                                                                                  Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston is rated 4.6 stars by 2719 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                                                  Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                                                  7:00 pm
                                                                                                                                  Booked 13 times today

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                                                                                                                                  Google Map for Rappahannock Oyster Bar - Charleston

                                                                                                                                  701 E Bay Street, Suite 110, Charleston, SC 29403

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                                                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                                                    Columbus
                                                                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                                                                    Downtown Charleston
                                                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                                    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
                                                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                    Seafood, Fish, Tapas / Small Plates
                                                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                                                    Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                                                    Smart Casual
                                                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                                                    We offer free one hour parking 11:30am-5:00pm and unlimited free parking after 5:00pm
                                                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                                    Kevin Kelly
                                                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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