From hidden gems to beloved hot spots, we’ve rounded up the best Atlanta restaurants for fresh, high-quality oysters. Prepare to embark on a tasty journey through Atlanta’s culinary scene as we reveal where to enjoy these crave-worthy pearls of the sea.

Alici Oyster Bar

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931 Monroe Drive NE / Website

This Midtown haunt has an oyster-dedicated menu featuring tasty selections from near and far. Visit to try the sweet and salty O’Scanny oysters from Maine, the crisp Sweet Petite oysters from Prince Edward Island and the briny Beach Plum oysters from Massachusetts, among many other tasty selections.

Bar Margot

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75 14th St. NE / Website

Nestled in the Four Seasons Hotel, this fine dining destination has a rotating selection of seasonal oysters served with mouthwatering accouterments. Pair these delicious gems with wines and brews by the bottle, cocktails and zero-proof offerings.

BeetleCat

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299 N. Highland Ave. NE / Website

Enjoy delectable oysters alfresco on one of BeetleCat’s two outdoor patios. This seafood joint has a separate oyster menu stocked with delicious varieties, including Dutch Island oysters, Bay Shore oysters, Beausoleil oysters and Malpeque oysters.

C&S Seafood & Oyster Bar

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Multiple Locations / Website

As the name implies, this seafood hot spot has a glorious selection of oyster dishes on the menu. Oyster fans should try the Oysters Rockefeller and the char-grilled oysters, which seamlessly pair with the restaurant’s wines and creative craft cocktails.

Fishmonger

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Multiple Locations / Website

This local hot spot impresses with its market, daily crudo and chef-set oyster offerings, topped with innovative housemade accouterments. Alongside seafood selections, sample wines, sakes, ciders, brews, cocktails and nonalcoholic beverages, and try salads, entrees and appetizers.

Hook Line & Schooner

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4600 West Village Way, Smyrna / Website

Head to Hook Line & Schooner for mouthwatering char-grilled oysters. Choose from a lineup of loaded oysters, like the HLS oysters, served with roasted garlic butter and parmesan, the West Coast oysters, served with creamed arugula, bacon, and parmesan, or the Cajun oysters made with bayou butter and parmesan cheese.

Hugo’s Oyster Bar

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10360 Alpharetta St., Roswell / Website

Venture to Roswell for a loaded array of fresh, tasty oysters. Try Hugo’s oysters, served with bacon, jalapeño, and white cheddar cheese, or RC’s char-grilled oysters, made with parmesan, blackened spices, garlic butter and the option to add jumbo lump crab meat. Oyster enthusiasts should try the signature “Hangout Oyster Cookoff” Oyster Rockefeller, crafted with spinach, bacon, parmesan, onion, cream and Pernod liqueur.

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Ocean & Acre

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6290 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta / Website

Head to Ocean & Acre for seasonal and regional rotating oyster selections. Enjoy Blue Point oysters, classic house oysters and premium West Coast oysters all year round. Seasonally, the restaurant serves specialty picks like grilled Atlantic oysters. This Monday, enjoy East Coast oysters for just $2 each. These delectable oysters will be available from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both Sunday, August 4, and Monday, August 5.

The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill Buckhead

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3279 Roswell Road NE / Website

Stop by this iconic Atlanta beach house for oysters and a menu large enough to please even the pickiest eaters. Dine on char-grilled oysters, served with either an herb parmesan sauce or barbecue smoked chili. Or, stick to the classics and slurp on some East Coast oysters served on the half shell. Enjoy $1 oysters from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 4, and all day on Monday, August 5.

The Optimist

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914 Howell Mill Road / Website

This seafood joint is known for its oyster-stocked raw bar and irresistible crispy fried oysters topped with remoulade, fresh horseradish and charred lemon. Visitors can also pair wood oven-roasted oysters with libations, entrees and various raw bar selections.

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