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Caroline's Oyster Bar, Charlotte, NC

Caroline's Oyster Bar

4.5 (772)
$31 to $50
Seafood
120 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC 28202

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2 people
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9:30 PM
animated flamesBooked 43 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
A fanciful take on a coastal seafood place, Caroline’s Oyster Bar celebrates the charm and fresh flavors of North Carolina’s coastline. Uptown Charlotte’s most desirable anchor features a breezy outdoor patio, charming Carolina-style raw bar and spacious dining room alongside high-quality daily oyster selections and seafood dishes.

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Uptown
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Arrive to a Seafood Plateau Surprise

    $185.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Jan 1, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025
    Treat your guests to a delightful surprise with Caroline's favorite Seafood Plateau, elegantly presented at your table upon arrival. Savor the finest of our raw bar selections, including 16 oysters, 12 jumbo Gulf shrimp, 16 oz of king crab, and 8 oz of seasonal ceviche, all ready to enjoy from the moment you take your seats.
    Arrive to a Seafood Plateau Surprise Photo
  • Celebrate Father's Day with Tails & Toasts

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    This Father’s Day, skip the tie and give Dad the tide. Celebrate with the ultimate “Surf & Turf” or “Surf & Surf” at Caroline’s Oyster Bar. Add a lobster tail to any dish for $25 and enjoy featured coastal sips, available exclusively on Father’s Day.
    Celebrate Father's Day with Tails & Toasts Photo
  • Lobsterfest Returns this July at Caroline’s!

    Jul 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
    Celebrate summer with Charlotte’s tastiest tradition. All July long, we’re serving up chef-crafted lobster creations, with a new, limited-time dish released each week. From buttery classics to bold coastal twists, each plate is a fresh take on the flavors you crave. Sip and savor with select beer and wine specials, available throughout July.
    Lobsterfest Returns this July at Caroline’s! Photo

Offers

  • High tide Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Indulge in a true Carolina coast flavor-fest! Join us for High Tide Happy Hour from 4pm- 6:00pm (Monday-Thursday) and enjoy $8 select shareable plates and $2 select chef's oysters.

    High tide Happy Hour Photo

What 772 people are saying

Caroline's Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Caroline's Oyster Bar offers a delightful seafood experience with "the best oysters" and a "wide selection." Guests rave about the "phenomenal" food and "top-tier" service. The atmosphere is "fun and lively," ideal for celebrations. Highlights include the Wagyu burger, pimento fritters, and Long Island drinks, ensuring a memorable visit.
773 Reviews
  1. John VIP

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bryce the manager and Justin the server did a great job!

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  2. Garth VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East117 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good oysters. Otherwise, average. Nice ambience. Efficient pleasant service

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  3. Joseph

    Miami2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service! Alyssa was attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. Great experience!

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  4. John VIP

    Charlotte16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a great way to pre-game before Charlotte FC ! Excellent raw bar, always solid service. Shrimp Cocktail best in town.
    Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    Hi John, thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our raw bar and the Shrimp Cocktail. We always strive to provide top-notch service and it's great to know we hit the mark during your visit. We appreciate your feedback on the value and look forward to welcoming you back to Caroline's Oyster Bar soon! - The Management Team

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  5. Wayne

    Houston14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service! I recommend a visit to Caroline’s. The fish and chips were our favorite.
    Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    Hey Wayne, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our fish and chips. It's always a pleasure to serve you and we're glad we could make your favorite. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team at Caroline's Oyster Bar

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  6. Ronnie

    Charlotte1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service provided by Adam was outstanding. Selection of oysters from the raw baw were varied and very tasty. Well presented. Only complaint was the oysters were small. We plan to go again - hoping the cold water oysters will be larger. The ambience is lively - and enjoyable…but nowhere to have an intimate conversation.
    Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Ronnie, Thank you for your review and for rating us highly! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our selection of raw oysters and found them tasty. We appreciate your feedback about the size of our oysters and will take it into consideration as we strive to provide the best quality to our customers. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the lively ambience of our restaurant and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, The Management Team at Caroline's Oyster Bar

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  7. Erika

    Charlotte1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was somewhat slack, and I can’t say I was impressed with her or the food. Drinks were great, but I think I could have gone elsewhere and been more satisfied.
    Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Erika. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our drinks at Caroline's Oyster Bar. We apologize if you felt that our server didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide exceptional service and it sounds like we missed the mark this time. We appreciate your feedback and hope to impress you with our food and drinks on your next visit. Thanks again for your review.

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  8. Jordan

    Charlotte1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the best restaurant I have ever visited. For starters, the staff are extremely nice, courteous, and professional. The appetizer we ordered was the pimento fritters. They knocked those out of the park. The entree was a Wagyu burger with bacon. This was the best burger I have ever eaten. I would recommend this even if you think you're certain you have had more than enough burgers in your life to order one from a high-end place. You will not be disappointed. For dessert, we ordered banana cream pie. I usually do not order a dessert as a rule of thumb, but the manager convinced us to try it and I'm so glad he did. It takes a lot to impress me with a dessert and this one had everything it needed to do so. It was melt-in-your-mouth perfection. On the beverage side of things, the IPA I ordered was also nothing but exceptional. If I could give this establishment more than five stars, I certainly would. It deserves all of the praise it receives, and then some. If you are in Charlotte, this has to be a must on your to-do list. It will forever be mine.
    Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Jordan! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Caroline's Oyster Bar. It's fantastic to know that our pimento fritters, Wagyu burger, and banana cream pie hit the mark for you. We're especially proud of the banana cream pie, it's one of our favorites too! We're glad you enjoyed our IPA and we can't wait to serve you another round soon. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Emily

    Atlanta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed the food and atmosphere! Great service as well!
    Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Emily, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and atmosphere at Caroline's Oyster Bar. Our team works hard to provide great service and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another enjoyable experience! Best, The Management Team

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  10. Mari VIP

    Charlotte40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alyssa was very nice and took great care of us before the concert. Food and drinks were very good. Thank you!
    Caroline's Oyster BarResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Mari! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time at Caroline's Oyster Bar and enjoyed our food and drinks. It's always a pleasure to provide top-notch service before concerts, and we're glad we could make your experience enjoyable. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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120 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave, Charlotte, NC 28202

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Uptown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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