On the sunlit edge of Ocean City’s bayfront, where the salt air drifts in with the tide, Oyster & Scales provides a dining experience that captures the timeless elegance of Nantucket and Cape Cod’s legendary oyster houses. Here, deep blue tones blend with warm gold accents; the lighting is soft and low, creating a cozy atmosphere. The gentle rhythm of nu jazz sets the tone for evenings that invite you to linger.
Cuisine
American, Raw Bar, SeafoodDining Options
Bar/Lounge, Happy Hour, Live Music, Open Year RoundMeal Types
Brunch, Lunch, Lite Fare, DinnerRecent Reviews
Oyster & Scales
I went here for my anniversary. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was amazing. What was lacking was the food. The pricing was a little steep so me and my partner decided to get small bites to see if we’d like the preparation of the food first. Most of what we got was pretty underseasoned and underwhelming. The waiter was excellent no complaints there. He may have been a bit stretched thin, so getting him to come over to pay the bill took a bit longer than expected. We didn’t end up ordering entrées. The steak was pretty good, but everything else left some room for improvement. Also, it’s worth noting we went there for the oysters, but you can’t get orders of mixed types. Meaning you have to order sets of six or 12 of the same type of oyster you cannot mix and match. Finding this out was pretty disappointing because we did come here initially for the oysters. All in all, it’s a cute spot for a date, but I don’t know if I’d spend a ton here.
Imaani Webb
1783006860
3
5
Oyster & Scales
This place is CLASSY!!!
Very upscale dining… but surprisingly enough our bill wasn’t much more than lunch at a popular tourist lunch restaurant!
We ordered a half dozen oysters, 2 main courses AND A DESERT! Plus a few mocktails that were delicious!
The serving sizes were that of an upscale restaurant but in our opinion were just right!
Dining with a great view, great aesthetic and fabulous food is highly recommended!
The flavor profile was sophisticated just as the setting and all the staff were friendly and professional!
I would ABSOLUTELY dine here again!!!!
May go back tomorrow but would probably dress a wee bit nicer lol!
If you’re looking for a classy place to dress up and go on a nice date, this is it!
Very upscale dining… but surprisingly enough our bill wasn’t much more than lunch at a popular tourist lunch restaurant!
We ordered a half dozen oysters, 2 main courses AND A DESERT! Plus a few mocktails that were delicious!
The serving sizes were that of an upscale restaurant but in our opinion were just right!
Dining with a great view, great aesthetic and fabulous food is highly recommended!
The flavor profile was sophisticated just as the setting and all the staff were friendly and professional!
I would ABSOLUTELY dine here again!!!!
May go back tomorrow but would probably dress a wee bit nicer lol!
If you’re looking for a classy place to dress up and go on a nice date, this is it!
TNTaraTheTraveler!
1784775424
5
5
Oyster & Scales
What a wonderful experience! We discovered this restaurant by accident during their afternoon break and were amazed by their kindness. Even though the restaurant was technically closed between services, they graciously welcomed us and prepared a meal for us.
The restaurant was spotless, with beautiful white tablecloths and an elegant atmosphere. The Mediterranean cuisine was absolutely outstanding- fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with great care. Every member of the staff was professional, attentive, and genuinely welcoming.
We were so impressed that we came back again for dinner the very same evening. It is rare to find a place that combines exceptional food, impeccable cleanliness, and such warm hospitality. This was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Ocean City. We highly recommend it and look forward to returning. Thank you for making us Feel so welcome!
The restaurant was spotless, with beautiful white tablecloths and an elegant atmosphere. The Mediterranean cuisine was absolutely outstanding- fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with great care. Every member of the staff was professional, attentive, and genuinely welcoming.
We were so impressed that we came back again for dinner the very same evening. It is rare to find a place that combines exceptional food, impeccable cleanliness, and such warm hospitality. This was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Ocean City. We highly recommend it and look forward to returning. Thank you for making us Feel so welcome!
Наталка Т
1780236278
5
5
Oyster & Scales
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