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Seafood restaurant in Rensselaer, New York
What should I order at Off Shore Pier?
What to order
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Fish and Chips
Frequently praised for its delicious, crispy, and fresh fish, with multiple reviewers highlighting it as a standout dish and a satisfying, hearty meal.
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Crab Cakes
Highly recommended for their exceptional flavor, with one reviewer preferring them over those from a fancy restaurant, indicating a special quality and taste.
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New England Clam Chowder
Described as flavorful, thick, and delicious, receiving strong positive remarks and considered a home run by several diners.
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Broiled Scallops
Called 'an orgasm for your mouth' and praised for perfect cooking, indicating a highly satisfying and well-prepared dish.
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Broiled Haddock
Noted for always being fresh and a great way to enjoy a healthy yet tasty meal, often paired with shore fries.
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Shrimp
Mentioned as awesome, with a good deal on quantity, indicating freshness and quality suitable for cooking at home.
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Coleslaw
Frequently mentioned as a delicious side, complementing the seafood dishes well and adding to the overall meal experience.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 8 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Off Shore Pier
Enduring fish market & casual eatery serving chowder, fried fish & other classic seafood dishes.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Off Shore Pier known for?
Off Shore Pier is best known for its fish fry, especially the old-timey fried fish dinners that reviewers describe as crisp and fresh. The New England clam chowder and seafood platters are also frequent favorites, with many people praising the no-frills, all-flavor approach.
What dishes are most recommended at Off Shore Pier?
Reviewers most often recommend the fish and chips, crab cakes, New England clam chowder, broiled scallops, and seafood platters. Other specific items that come up often are clam dinners, shrimp, cod, curly fries, and shore fries.
What is the atmosphere like at Off Shore Pier?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with a mom-and-pop, old-time fish fry feel. It suits solo diners, couples, and groups who want a straightforward seafood meal rather than a formal sit-down experience.
Is Off Shore Pier good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the portions are hearty and the prices are very reasonable, and the listed price range is $10 to $20. Several seafood dinners are described as being under $20, which makes the fish fry, clam dinners, and seafood platters feel like strong value for the area.
What should I know before visiting Off Shore Pier?
It is cash only, though reviewers mention an ATM on site, and the restaurant uses counter service with food brought to the table. People also note that parking is usually plentiful, which makes it easy to stop in for lunch or dinner.
Is parking available at Off Shore Pier?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Off Shore Pier kid-friendly?
Yes, Off Shore Pier is good for kids.
