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Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver, Denver, CO

Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver

4.7
4.7
2965 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
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Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Cherry Creek

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
We’re more than oysters - we’re Colorado's best seafood restaurant! Opened 2017, this is Blue Island Oyster Bar & Seafood's flagship location. Our approach is to create honest food and drinks and serve them in a comfortable, casual environment. The restaurant’s culture is inspired by memories of growing up in coastal towns with families of oyster farmers and fishermen. Like them, we strive to bring you superb hospitality and delicious food with a commitment to the freshest seafood at reasonable prices. To ensure this commitment of quality, we’ve partnered with Chris Quartuccio of Blue Island Shellfish Farms in Long Island, NY to bring you nearly daily shipments of seasonal oysters and seafood, offering favorites such as Steamed Mussels, Lobster Rolls, Clam Chowder, Crab Cakes, and fish like halibut, Atlantic cod and salmon, to name a few. We invite you in for dock-to-dish dining at its best!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Fish
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (303) 333-2462
  • Website
    http://www.blueislandoysterbar.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Sean Huggard
  • Catering
    Whether you’re planning a party, a get-together, or something more ambitious, we’re ready willing, and able to take care of everything for you and your guests. Choose the menu that’s right for you from our favorite packages or let us prepare a customized menu that fits your needs. All packages are priced per person and require a 6 person minimum.
  • Private party facilities
    Blue Island Oyster Bar would be delighted to accommodate a variety of social events in our dining room from semi-private occasions or full restaurant buyout.
  • Location
    2625 East 2nd Avenue, Denver, CO 80206
  • Neighborhood
    Cherry Creek
  • Cross street
    2nd and Columbine
  • Parking details
    There is metered street parking or a self-park garage located at 250 Columbine Street (next to Whole Foods) with direct access to Blue Island.
  • Public transit
    Take the local 1 Bus towards Cherry Creek<br />and get off at 1st Ave & University Blvd<br />Walk to 2623 East 2nd Avenue (about 5 mins)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • 99¢ Late Night Oysters Every Fri & Sat

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - Sat - 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Join us Late Night on Friday and Saturday from 9pm for premium oysters for just 99¢ each! (Dinner menu available until 10pm.)

    99¢ Late Night Oysters Every Fri & Sat Photo

  • Half-Priced Bottles of Wine Every Tuesday

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    Enjoy our full list of wines by the bottle at 50% Off every Tuesday from open to close. Dine-in only.

    Half-Priced Bottles of Wine Every Tuesday Photo

  • Lobstermania Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Mon - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM,Tue - Thu - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Fri - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    “Roll” through the week with our famous Lobster Rolls available every Wednesday! $24.99 At Lunch & $29.99 at Dinner Choose from our New England Roll,Connecticut Roll, Tokyo Roll, or Santa Barbara Roll. Each served with Creamy House Cut Cole Slaw or Shoestring Fries.

    Lobstermania Wednesday Photo

Menu

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What 2,965 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Island Oyster Bar in Denver offers an exceptional seafood experience with "fantastic service and amazing oysters." Known for its fresh ingredients and vibrant atmosphere, it's a favorite for special occasions and casual dining alike. The happy hour specials and diverse oyster menu are standout features, making it a must-visit.

2,965 Reviews

  1. Angela

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seafood cooked to perfection. I am GF DF and they accommodated my grilled fish and beets accordingly.
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 4 days ago
    Hey Angela- Glad everything was awesome- I think you picked a one star by accident- would you be so kind and change it to match your kind words? Thanks

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  2. John

    Central Coast

    54 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The service is very good. The Monday $1.31 oysters are a deal. The other oysters are way too expensive. I have had the lobster and avocado salad a three times. The one I had recently was below average and way too expensive -- alot of bib lettuce and not much lobster or avocados.
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 4 days ago
    Hi John, we're glad you appreciate our service and the Monday oyster deal! We're sorry to hear that your recent lobster and avocado salad didn't quite meet your expectations in terms of portion size or value. Your feedback is important to us, so if you could share more details with us at sean[at]shuckinggoodhospitality.com, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for bringing this to our attention - we hope to hear from you soon.

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  3. Jennifer

    Denver

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is fantastic - great menu, great variety, delicious oysters, awesome staff, great cocktails and wine list. You can’t go wrong!
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 6 days ago
    Jennifer, we're thrilled that you had a fantastic experience with us! We're so glad you enjoyed our delicious oysters, cocktails, and wine list. Thank you for your kind words about our staff and menu variety. Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait to have you back for more wonderful dining moments. Cheers to many more great visits in the future!

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  4. Melissa

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was accommodating with our large group. Service and food was excellent. It was a pleasure and we will be back!!
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded 6 days ago
    Melissa, we're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with us! It's wonderful that our staff was able to accommodate your large group and provide excellent service. We're looking forward to having you back for more delicious meals in the future. Thank you for your kind words and support - see you soon!

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  5. John

    Denver

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Prices seem to have moved higher since last visit, and it is impossible to find any relative value on the wine list for under $50/bottle, which is frustrating. Service and food quality remain very good.
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded on December 7, 2024
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, John. We're pleased to hear that you found our service and food quality very good. We appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable dining experience!

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  6. Alex

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love going here! I’ve been visiting for almost two years now and I’d consider it one of my favorite go-tos! they have such a great oyster deal on Mondays, an expansive happy hour menu with great cocktails and honestly everything I’ve tried here has been amazing!
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded on December 5, 2024
    Alex, we're thrilled to have you as one of our regulars! Your continued support means a lot to us, and we can't wait to serve you more amazing dishes and cocktails in the future. Thank you for your kind review - see you back soon for more delightful experiences!

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  7. Paul

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Clam chowder the best. Service was professional and friendly.
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded on December 3, 2024
    Paul, we're thrilled that you loved our clam chowder! Thank you for your kind words about our friendly and professional service. We can't wait to serve you another delicious bowl of chowder soon. See you back for more fantastic experiences!

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  8. James

    Denver

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oysters and three entrees were superb. Our waiter was excellent -- attentive and friendly. We felt like we were at a restaurant at the beach!
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded on December 3, 2024
    James, we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the oysters and your entrees! We strive to create a beachside dining experience for all our guests, and it sounds like we achieved just that for you. Thank you for your kind review - we can't wait to have you back for another superb meal soon!

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  9. Jelehla

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We moved from coastal Northern California to Colorado a couple of years ago, and really miss buying our own oysters at the docks, as well as the plethora of fantastic seafood restaurants. We were skeptical about any restaurant here claiming to serve fresh seafood, but finally decided to try Blue Island Oyster Bar - and, to our delight, it was amazing. The clam chowder was great, as was my prosciutto-wrapped scallop entree. We’ll definitely return, and soon!
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded on December 3, 2024
    Jelehla, we're ecstatic to hear that you found our seafood offerings to be on par with what you enjoyed back in Northern California! It's wonderful that you loved the clam chowder and prosciutto-wrapped scallop entree. Your feedback inspires us to keep delivering top-quality dishes. We can't wait to have you back for another fantastic meal soon!

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  10. Dennis

    Denver

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great happy hour, but beware of crowd and parking issues. Good steady service, good food, great martinis.
    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded on December 3, 2024
    Dennis, we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our happy hour and delicious martinis. We can't wait to have you back for more.

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FAQs

Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (303) 333-2462.

Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver is rated 4.7 stars by 2965 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

A photo of Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver restaurant

Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Cherry Creek

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver

2625 East 2nd Avenue, Denver, CO 80206

Additional information

  • Cross street
    2nd and Columbine
  • Neighborhood
    Cherry Creek
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Fish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is metered street parking or a self-park garage located at 250 Columbine Street (next to Whole Foods) with direct access to Blue Island.
  • Public transit
    Take the local 1 Bus towards Cherry Creekand get off at 1st Ave & University BlvdWalk to 2623 East 2nd Avenue (about 5 mins)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sean Huggard
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.blueislandoysterbar.com/
  • Phone number
    (303) 333-2462
  • Catering
    Whether you’re planning a party, a get-together, or something more ambitious, we’re ready willing, and able to take care of everything for you and your guests. Choose the menu that’s right for you from our favorite packages or let us prepare a customized menu that fits your needs. All packages are priced per person and require a 6 person minimum.
  • Private party facilities
    Blue Island Oyster Bar would be delighted to accommodate a variety of social events in our dining room from semi-private occasions or full restaurant buyout.
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