The Shuckery

4.6

1055 Reviews

$30 and under

Oyster Bar

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2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Lively

Indulge in seafood the way it was meant to be—fresh, seasonal, and delightful. Experience The Shuckery, where we offer raw oysters and a range of creatively crafted, ocean-inspired dishes. Beyond just an oyster bar, The Shuckery embodies a culinary journey rooted in genuine hospitality and dishes that both comfort and exhilarate.

Best of The Bohemian Northbay Winner "Best Restaurant for Oysters" 2022 & 2023 and "Best Sommelier" and "Best Wine List in Sonoma County 2023"

Currently, all our seating is indoors, and we provide a unique experience in the heart of downtown Petaluma, nestled in the historic and beautiful Hotel Petaluma.

Chef; Matt Meyer
Owner; Jazmine Lalicker

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Oyster Bar, Seafood
Hours of operation
Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(707) 981-7891
Website
http://www.theshuckeryca.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matt Meyer
Private party facilities
Please email inquires to Jaz@theshuckeryca.com

Location
100 Washington St, Petaluma, CA 94952
Neighborhood
Petaluma
Cross street
Kentucky St
Parking details
Parking is 2 hr for all street parking if you arrive after 4 PM - you don't need to worry about timing.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Wine Wednesday
Multiple dates available
Wed - 3:00 PM - 8:15 PM
25% off all bottles of wine every Wednesday. Enjoy your wine in the hotel lobby or our stylish dining room. We boast a natural wine list with unique grape varieties worldwide.

What 1,055 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Shuckery in Petaluma shines with "outstanding food & service," especially its fresh oysters and creative seafood dishes like the Linguine de Mare. Guests rave about the "superb" Caesar salad and "amazing" desserts. While some find the noise level high, the friendly staff and vibrant atmosphere make it a favorite.

1,055 Reviews

C
Claudia
San Francisco
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went for "Happy Hour," and it did not disappoint. 3 to 5 p.m. $5 oysters $5 fish tacos $10 for a nice glass of wine. With eating out expenses sky high, it was nice to feel we were not being 'gouged.'
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Linda
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The Raw Bar was excellent. The oysters were fresh and flavorful. The dinner, three of us ordered the black cod, was muddy in its flavor. The portion was small. It was smothered in some kind of bean sauce. There was no browned top crust of the fish. It was served with over fried brussels sprouts and fried microgreens. The beans were good. The place was over busy. Not enough wait staff. Service was fair. The drinks were so-so. I would go back for the raw bar but not for dinner. Food was overpriced. The appetizers were overpriced and small.
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Victoria
San Francisco
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went back to the Shuckery after our last visit about a year ago. Enjoyed great cocktails and bar menu hush puppies in the hotel lobby beforehand. At the restaurant - our server was very attentive. Had 6 half shell oyster, the claim chowder ($12), calamari mixto ($18) and scallops dish ($20) - all very good but the 3 quarter-sized scallops in that dish seemed too skimpy for the price. It left us wanting. Also although we had reservations at 5:30, at 4:30 we stopped by and tried to move it up to 5pm with the hostess - but were told that they were booked solid and that it wasn't possible. Coming back at 5:20, we were seated right away but couldn't help notice that the restaurant was barely 25% full (and didn't get too many more guests thereafter). Odd service.
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Ellen
Yosemite
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
The noise from the kitchen was far too loud. There were few regular tables. We sat at a window counter facing the street. Not vey romantic.
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Carly
Sacramento
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Natalie was a joy! Great for a couple of friends getting together.
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Carl
San Francisco
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent restaurant. The food was delicious and drinks were perfect! Service was attentive and quick. It was very noisy inside and difficult to hear each other but otherwise great place. Will be back!
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Jeff
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All of our dishes were prepared perfectly. The only problem was having to decide what to order. We had a great meal and Hannah was great!
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Donalda
San Francisco
27 reviews
4.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
we had servers but the one who was awesome was Riley… we came up for the day from berkeley… she would walk by because she was busy , very busy… i will put my finger up to say something and boom , there she was .. the other one would stop and we’d ask for something and she’d never come back.. thankfully riley would always follow through and the hostess would also help us..
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Kara
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s a great place to dine. The food is great and the staff ate wonderful.
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Kimberly
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious with an innovative menu. Hannah was fantastic and super attentive to our needs. Wonderful experience all around!
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FAQs

The Shuckery offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (707) 981-7891.

The Shuckery is rated 4.6 stars by 1055 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

100 Washington St, Petaluma, CA 94952

Additional information

Cross street
Kentucky St
Neighborhood
Petaluma
Hours of operation
Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Oyster Bar, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is 2 hr for all street parking if you arrive after 4 PM - you don't need to worry about timing.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt Meyer
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theshuckeryca.com/
Phone number
(707) 981-7891
Private party facilities
Please email inquires to Jaz@theshuckeryca.com

The Shuckery

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Offers

Wine Wednesday

Menu

What 1,055 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Shuckery offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Shuckery restaurant rated?

Is The Shuckery currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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