What should I order at Moore Street Oyster Bar?
Moore Street Oyster Bar
Oysters
Oysters are highly praised across multiple reviews for their freshness, variety, and delicious preparation including raw, fried, and hot with garlic parmesan topping. They are frequently recommended by both staff and customers.
Lobster Grilled Cheese
The lobster grilled cheese is repeatedly described as excellent, packed with lobster, and very satisfying. Several reviewers specifically recommend it and mention the firecracker sauce as a standout addition.
Steam Pot / Steamer Bucket
The steam pot or steamer bucket with crab legs, shrimp, and andouille sausage is noted for perfectly cooked seafood and generous portions, making it a favorite for seafood lovers.
Seafood Chowder
The seafood chowder receives positive mentions for being full of seafood and flavorful, with customers calling it 'bomb' and exceeding expectations.
Fried Oysters
Fried oysters are specifically recommended by servers and guests alike, described as huge, filling, and very good.
Fried Crab Balls
The fried crab balls are highlighted as delicious and exceeding expectations, making them a popular choice for appetizers or small plates.
Moore Street Bucket
This dish includes snow crab, shrimp, and andouille sausage and is noted for being well seasoned and ample for two people.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
About Moore Street Oyster Bar
Creative bar food & steamer pots, plus tap beers, bourbon & Saturday brunch in chill digs with TVs.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Moore Street Oyster Bar known for?
It is best known for oysters, especially raw oysters and hot oysters with garlic parmesan topping, plus seafood boils and steam pots with crab, shrimp, and oysters. Reviewers also repeatedly call out the lobster grilled cheese and snow crab legs as standout items.
What dishes are most recommended at Moore Street Oyster Bar?
The most recommended dishes include raw oysters, blue point oysters, fried oysters, lobster grilled cheese, snow crab legs, seafood bisque, seafood chowder, and crab-and-shrimp steamer buckets. Guests also mention the fish and chips, fried bologna and cheese with egg, and the surf and turf burger with lobster meat and firecracker sauce.
What is the atmosphere like at Moore Street Oyster Bar?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and modern, with TVs showing sports and outdoor seating available. Reviewers say it works well for groups, families, solo diners, and people stopping in while shopping or visiting downtown Southport.
Is Moore Street Oyster Bar good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20–30, and reviewers often describe the food as worth it because portions are generous and filling, especially the fried oysters, steam pots, and lobster grilled cheese. Several notes mention affordable kids' meals and quick service, which helps the value feel stronger for lunch or dinner.
What should you know about wait times and the best time to go?
The restaurant is noted as usually having a wait, but service is frequently described as fast once seated. Some reviewers found it especially useful on a Monday night when many nearby places were closed, and others mention it can be a good stop while walking around Southport or shopping in town.
Is parking available at Moore Street Oyster Bar?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Moore Street Oyster Bar kid-friendly?
Yes, Moore Street Oyster Bar is good for kids.
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