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Hog Island Oyster Farm
Seafood Restaurant, BBQ Joint, and Farm$$$$
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"sure to make a reservation and definitely order the BBQ oysters."(12 Tips)
"Learn how to shuck your own oysters and see a gorgeous view."(5 Tips)
"Reservations for the picnic tables"(3 Tips)
"BYOB make sure to bring ice and a cooler - love this place!"(2 Tips)
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Megan MastersNovember 26, 2016Oysters reign supreme at this Tomales Bay side shucking pit. Weekend trips are best served with a reservation to guarantee a seat. Communal tables help with making new oyster lovin' friends.
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Adena BrenowitzAugust 7, 2018Reservations for the picnic tables are very hard to get for a weekend all year but great view, amazing oysters, and worth the drive from SF. So much fun to shuck your own oysters too. Best place!
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Connie ChiuJuly 5, 2019The oysters here are amazing, so fresh and creamy. We got the xs and medium sized ones. Love the picnic area where ya shuck everything yourself! Gorgeous backdrop.
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Tom CoatesJune 6, 2018On the weekends you’ll need to book or be prepared for a wait. Absolutely beautiful views. Bring some sun cream. The BBQ oysters are fresh and delicious.
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Rafi SyedSeptember 24, 2012One of the best half day trips you can take from SF. Bring a sweater, and order a lot of rose. Don't bother making a reservation, just sit at one of the communal tables and make new friends.Upvote2Downvote- Victoria U.October 3, 2016Make sure to make a reservation and definitely order the BBQ oysters. Well. Any oysters are good but order the BBQ oysters.
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AndreaAugust 1, 2013Deliciously fresh oysters and stunning views. Bring the fixings or buy charcoal, wine & hot sauce there. MAJOR yellow jacket problem around tables right now, but they assured us that's not normal.UpvoteDownvote
Nicole ElyAugust 13, 2012This place is great for a group of people. Reserve a picnic table and shuck your own oysters. You can also bring your own beer, etc. and have a BBQ. Raw and Chipotle BBQ oysters available.Upvote1Downvote
Brendan CurranAugust 7, 2014Very simple and rustic. No need to beat around the bush, because the oysters are fantastic. Don't be afraid to try the BBQ oysters!UpvoteDownvote
Andrew ChoiMarch 9, 2017BYO picnic + shuck the freshest oysters + beautiful weather = an amazing time.
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Lee DiazFebruary 29, 2016Email ahead to sign up for the tour. They will teach you about the oyster farming process AND teach you how to shuck! Fun experience!UpvoteDownvote
Prins PoloJuly 9, 2021Fantastic oysters. Get a glove and knife and shuck them somewhere by the road on hwy 1
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Rei WangAugust 6, 2016Get the smoked rainbow trout with Meyer lemon crudo if they have it as a special. Delicious and refreshing.UpvoteDownvote
Brad FriedmanAugust 12, 2019Beautiful location. Fresh delicious oysters. Get the BBQ Oysters!UpvoteDownvote
- Joseph LeAugust 20, 2016You can reserve a picnic space, buy a bag of oysters, and shuck + grill them yourself!UpvoteDownvote
jana fJuly 5, 2013get an order of BBQ oysters & a bottle of Lagunitas summer ale! lines are long but it's worth the wait.UpvoteDownvote
Make sure to try the limited edition 21st Amendment Oyster Stout: http://21st-amendment.com/beers/marooned-on-hog-island/Upvote2Downvote
Christian WilliamsJune 1, 2010Had an amazing time Memorial Day Weekend - gorgeous, sunny, and just warm enough to be pleasant! Great prices on oysters. Get here early to snag some tables by the water like we did. Read moreUpvote1Downvote- Kelly Murray GardnerOctober 11, 2013Learn how to shuck your own oysters and see a gorgeous view. Love.
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EpicuriousAugust 25, 2010Swing by this outdoor shack for a to-go order from the tremendous variety of oysters, or bring your own wine and charcoal for oceanside grilling and dining.Upvote2Downvote
- Best day trip from SF. Wing it or reserve your table and BYO. Amazing!Upvote3Downvote
Keri CaslerJanuary 6, 2014Love it here! Oysters were fresh, water was beautiful, sunshine was out and beers were a plentyUpvoteDownvote
- Katherine LohJanuary 9, 2014well if you get out of the city and go to Marin, you have to get yourself from oysters!UpvoteDownvote
Ros HodgekissOctober 7, 2013Book ahead on their SeatMe page to skip the long weekend lines: https://www.seatme.com/hog-island-oyster-co/UpvoteDownvote- Ben BarclayJune 13, 2016BBQ oysters + Sauvignon Blanc + copious sunshine = great reason to get out of SFUpvoteDownvote
TiziaDecember 5, 2011The surprise $5 picnic fee per person is pushing it. Shuck your own oysters for okay prices.Upvote1Downvote
Sarah CornwellSeptember 3, 2011Lots of oysters, no cell towers. Check in while you are in Pt Reyes StationUpvote2Downvote
Kevin HybiskeNovember 23, 2010Make a reservation ahead of time to lock down a picnic tableUpvoteDownvote- Bad to no phone reception and no wifi. But so worth go offline for.Upvote3Downvote
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