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Ocean Seafood Market
Master Critic Review
Ocean Seafood Market
7.7
Neighborhood seafood market carrying live and fresh selections with simple prepared options. A practical stop for oysters, crab, and sashimi-grade fish to eat at home or as quick takeaway.
Must-Try Dishes:
Live Dungeness Crab (seasonal), Shucked Oysters (to-go), Tuna Sashimi Packs
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Live seafood and sashimi-grade options rare for the corridor.
Who should go: Home cooks and oyster fans
When to visit: Earlier in the day for best selection
What to order: Live crab; mixed oysters; tuna sashimi pack
Insider tip: Call ahead to reserve crab or oyster quantities on busy weekends.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Limited street parking along Ocean Avenue and side streets; expect moderate competition during weekends and midday shopping hours.
Dress code: Casual and practical — this is a seafood market environment rather than a sit-down restaurant.
Noise level: Low to moderate — mostly counter activity and customer chatter; easy to hold short conversations.
Weekend wait: No formal dining wait, but seafood cleaning and prep may take 10–15 minutes during rush hours.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; quick in-and-out for to-go orders or fish purchases.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Very limited — this is a seafood-focused market with minimal non-seafood options.
Vegan options: No dedicated vegan options; possible to purchase plain produce or rice sides if available.
Gluten-free options: Most fresh seafood is naturally gluten-free; no dedicated prep space for ready-to-eat items.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a traditional date — it’s more of a market stop than a sit-down dining experience. Great if your date appreciates cooking or oysters at home.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no tables or reservations — this is a retail-style seafood market with takeout and prep options only.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for quick visits — kids fascinated by live seafood tanks might enjoy it, but there’s no seating or kid menu.
Best For
Better for: Fresh, live seafood selection and take-home quality far surpass standard grocery offerings in the area.
Skip if: You’re looking for a full-service dining experience or prepared seafood meals to eat on-site.