Enzikami
Why is Monroe Bay Osyterette so good ?!?!?! This is our second time at this place and Monroe Bay Oysterette continues to blow our minds. If you are a seafood lover DO NOT sleep on this place !!!
We had the 6 Minnie Pearls and 6 Salt Grass Osyters. They taste so fresh and clean. They are a must have if you are an Osyter lover do NOT sleep on the oysters.
We also had the crab dip which is really good as well. You can taste the real shredded crabs like from a crab cake.
Then we had the Mussels Frites which is an absolute heaven. This is one dish I would always get coming here. The wine taste from the broth with the fries and mussels, really bravo on so many levels and flavor it delivers.
Finally the Warm Lobster roll, Hello !?!?! Have you seen the pictures of the lobster roll??? So plump and juicy, this is also a pure absolute heaven.
We will be back for sure !!! <3
… moreCarolynn Roberts
We wanted to try a new place close to home and what a win!! The food was so good and Amaya our server was very friendly. The place is not very big but great for a cozy little date night. We definitely will be returning and telling our friends about this hidden treasure
… moreTy Fontaine
One word…WOW! How does this place NOT have a line around the block? Ate here on New Year’s Day with the Mrs and will definitely be back. Ordered a bowl of clam chowder to start and it was excellent. Not overly heavy on a thick cream base with minimal potato and plentiful clams. Followed that with Oysters Rockefeller and again…WOW! Perfectly cooked with plump oysters and a crunchy topping. Finished off the starters with the crab dip which was a cheesy rich baked crab dip with generous crab and perfectly toasted bread chunks for dipping. The Mrs had the crawfish etoufee which she described as delicious tho a bit spicy. I had the crab sandwich. It was a perfectly cooked “crabby patty” on a delicious little toasted brioche bun. The crab meat was generous with only enough filler to hold it together. Chose the side salad over the fries for a side and it was also generous and delicious. All in all this was one of the best eat outs we’ve had in a long time and it’s in downtown Haymarket all places. CHECK IT OUT!
… moreSara Sophie
It was our first time here and we ordered calamari, six oysters, tuna tartare, and the evening’s special, Cod Louisiana, which was a thick cod filet sitting atop a bowl of étouffée. It was all good, but the tuna tartare and the Cod Louisiana were phenomenal. My husband’s only critique of the cod was that it didn’t come with a cheddar biscuit or other bread to fully clean the plate with. We will be returning.
… moreShawan Rose
1st time patronizing the establishment and I am impressed. The staff was very very friendly and attentive. Being that it was my 1st time, I was informed about how everything worked (QR ordering and payment) and given water immediately. Absolutely no complaints from me. The HH oysters were delicious and I had the shrimp basket as well. Everything was delicious.
… moreAshley Birtcil
Had the best lunch today. Everything was amazing and so flavorful. I had to make myself stop ordering! Will definitely be back. The staff are so friendly and welcoming.
… moreSamantha Abbey
Came back into town and saw that this restaurant was located near me. Decided to stop by today for their happy hour, which is super nice because most restaurants don’t offer happy hour specials on weekends. We sat outside and enjoyed the gorgeous weather.
Service was a little slow at first, which is understandable since they only had one server managing both the indoor and outdoor seating as well as the bar.
Appetizers were so good. The peel-and-eat shrimp took about 30 minutes to come out, but the boom boom shrimp was absolutely delicious as well as the peel shrimp super good and buttery.
The entrées came out fairly quickly, and I’m so glad I went with our server Sara’s recommendation because wow! the soft shell crab sandwich was amazing. The lobster roll was just as good and tasted incredibly fresh. Everything we ordered tasted fresh and delicious.
For dessert, we had the crème brûlée. The sugar on top was a little too burnt towards the center and bitter, especially with the cherry component, but I really liked the flavor of the custard base.
Totally will be returning. 9 out of 10 experience.
… moreWawashkashi Tashi
Our party ordered a variety of things to share & it was all fantastic!
While beet & apple salad, the bangbang shrimp, & hot lobster roll were amazing, the truffle fries stole the show! The hush puppies were the best I’ve ever had, anywhere. Also enjoyed the taste of the ceviche, except the way it’s served makes it difficult to eat, so not a fan of the presentation & won’t order it again.
The only other thing I’d have negative feedback on was how loud the music was, which made it difficult to carry on a conversation, but that’s a minor inconvenience considering how wonderful the food was. We’ll be back very soon!!
… moreTess Hill
Great, hidden gem of a seafood restaurant. It is a small spot but that means the food comes fast and hot, and the service is efficient. The hush puppies with honey butter are a must try. Indoor and outdoor seating available.
… moreJacob Heminger
Monroe Bay is a charming little seafood gem in Haymarket. My wife and I love coming here and frankly, the seafood is more fresh and tastes better than many other great places I’ve eaten at on both the East and West coasts.
We’ve tried a lot of the menu and haven’t had a dish that wasn’t delicious. Crabcakes, shrimp, oysters, lobster roll, fish tacos. All prepared and seasoned perfectly.
The phone QR ordering is convenient (if you opt to use it), the inside is cozy, the outdoor patio is idyllic in the summer, and the staff (and chefs) are always wonderful.
If you placed Monroe Bay next to a beach or body of water it would be a destination restaurant.
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