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Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver

4.7
4.7
2454 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
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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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 35 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, American, Fish

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 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

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • 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.

  • Private party contact

    Brian Mohrlang: (303) 333-2462

  • 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

  • Shuck Mondays with 99¢ Oysters

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Tue - Fri - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    Enjoy fresh, premium oysters for 99¢ - all day, every Monday!

  • Sunday Funday Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    Enjoy fresh oysters, clams, mussels, tacos, sliders, and small plates from $1.49. $6.99 Mules, Cocktails and Martinis, and 40% Off All Wines by the Glass!

  • Half-Priced Bottles of Wine Tuesdays Only

    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.

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What 2,454 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Denver / Colorado

    Seafood

  • Denver

    Seafood

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was wonderful, the food was delicious and the happy hour menu was great. We went for the whole belly clams and they did not disappoint. We will definitely be back.
  2. BillH

    Denver

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food3service4ambience1
    Very loud, limited menu, raw clams were not fresh. An unpleasant dinner.

    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded todayBill I'd like to touch base with you- can you send me your contact info Thanks and sorry for the poor experience

  3. Persia5

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great. have not let us down. We invite folks from out of town here Blue Island Oyster.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love going here! 99 cent oysters are amazing!
  5. AngSaysRawr

    Denver

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food5service1ambience5
    Shuck Mondays is a tradition within my social circle. So any opportunity I get to bring new people in, I'm excited to share how great this place is. Unfortunately, our server was either lacking actually wanting to serve us given we were 7 people, or just uneducated about the restaurant overall. She claimed we could only have one tray of oysters and then refused to help split the oysters among us, given we had 5 trays overall. The food is spectacular, and I'm hoping who ever goes next doesn't have a run-in with the waitress we did.

    Blue Island Oyster Bar - DenverResponded todaySorry for the not so great experience this past Monday will be sure to talk to our team about the level of service we expect..

  6. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Ashleigh was fantastic. Loved the oysters, togarashi fries, and fish sandwich slider!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Some of the best pasta I’ve had. The service was super friendly and the food was fresh and delicious! The lobster roll was so full of lobster meat and the clam linguini was some of the best I have ever had. Don’t forget to grab a espresso martini after, exceptional!
  8. abigailfries

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience4
    Food was ok. Service was very slow at a time that half the tables were open. Spilled half of the lobster roll into lap
  9. FrequentFlyer

    Denver

    174 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    174 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best place in Denver for oysters any day of the week! Every Monday, Shuckers’ Choice oysters are 99 cents! No wonder so many regulars are there! Good happy hour discounts on wine, too! Best seafood happy hour in Denver. Love the salmon slider, the shrimp taco, the fish taco, etc. The servers are great. Fun atmosphere; you’ll be back on a regular basis— like us!
  10. Johnpaul677

    Palm Springs

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Sunday Funday! The small plates are a great value!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall1food5service1ambience3
    I went last night and got seated around 10pm. I had reservation for 4 people. There was 2 of us there and my friends was 2 minutes behind. I asked if the server if they can place 3 dozen of oysters for happy hour and knew denied and was told they can only do 2. We order 2 beers and 2 dozen oysters. The server gave us our check and didn’t want for us to leave before picking up the ticket bill. I wasn’t not content with being denied 2 dozens and tip 10% because the last reservation for was 10pm. I’m not sure if the shucker didn’t want to shuck anymore oysters. I understand last call for kitchen was 10pm but oysters doesn’t require using the kitchen for hot items. What was more frustrating, my friend came back from the restroom hearing the server gossip with the other staff after she picked up the recipe with the total tip and bill around 1045pm while we were still sitting there. My friend was wearing a Be a Good Person shirt and the server came back after seeing the tip and said Be a good person in a rude tone and told that to my friend as well on the way back from the restroom. What’s the point of having a 10pm reservation on open table when you’re not going to accommodate the number of guests showing up. 2 dozen of of oysters for 4 people is not satisfying. I may not have made the server night with the minimum tip but service reflects the tip in my opinion.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is fresh. Staff attentive & friendly. The hostess is a gem!
  13. DeniseC

    Denver

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience3
    Our waiter was great food nothing to brag about prices are outrageous for what you get especially, I probably wouldn’t recommend this place unless you have money to blow. If my husband had eaten here he would have stopped at McDonald’s on the way home.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing. My favorite place. Food and service is so good
  15. JimM

    Denver

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was an afternoon meal on Mother’s Day. Every table was full but that didn’t stop the staff from presenting a great meal and great service! Thank you all.
  16. Fooddude

    Denver

    22 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Oysters have gotten a lot better over the years. Great attentive service. I'm not sure why condiments are missing from subsequent orders? Could have cleaned the beards better.
  17. KendraL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's always such a pleasure coming here. They are so wonderfully accommodating and the food never disappoints. Thank you again for another wonderful Mother's Day!
  18. BeeHoney

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience2
    The variety of oysters was outstanding, but the prices for them was high. I'll have to come back for the .99 Monday oysters. Overall, the prices were reasonable for the other food items.
  19. SusanP

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience. Loved the food and cocktails, will definitely go back again!!
  20. CorinneG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and the happy hour menu was an amazing value. I’m still thinking about those thai curry mussels! So. Good.
  21. CarenG

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    It's a terrific place and we'll go back. I chose it because the menu had everything my husband loves and we were there for his birthday. Service was terrific, and he loved the food.
  22. JoanneB

    Denver

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and service! Had so many things to eat and they were all delicious! This is our go to seafood/fish restaurant in Denver! Also hold on to the same staff for a long time which is so nice!
  23. Foodie58

    Denver

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific food, wonderful service. We come here every year to celebrate my son in law’s birthday, and it never disappoints!
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place! Oyster happy hour is my favorite.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Our wait person Ben was terrific. Very personable, warm and great representative of the restaurant. Ben was the consummate professional. One of our party had a situation with her meal, and Ben promptly handled the situation admirably, and had a replacement dish to her so fast that she thought it was some else's plate. Lol. Thanks for an immaculate experience Ben, will be back to see you soon!
  26. MezC

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food was absolutely delicious, and well worth it. A little difficult to have a conversation, the place is small and packed so a bit loud.
  27. TimA

    Denver

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blue Island Oyster Bar is one of our favorite dining experiences in Denver. The food is consistently excellent, served by cheerful waitstaff, and reasonably priced. We particularly enjoy the happy hour menu which permits tasting at a reasonable price. All seafood is incredibly fresh, especially the oysters, home grown in beds owned by the restaurant.
  28. BETHR

    Denver

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meal was excellent but what made our experience better was the amazing attentive hostess. We asked for a booth or a table outside and she offered us both upon arrival and when the weather changed as we sat outside, she came by and offered us to move inside
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blue Island is consistently good. Everyone’s meal was delicious!
  30. MarquesI

    Denver

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The food was average, I ordered oysters, and we got an oyster that had no meat in it, and were told that oysters vary in size. Of course, we know they vary in size, but you could also match out oysters of similar sizes instead of giving us one, full-size oyster, and another oyster with barely any meat in it. But the waitress went and retrieved two additional oysters, and that was nice. The potatoes came out very cold, with my salmon and crabcake Oscar. My wife got three tacos, and they were just OK. The place is fine, it’s nothing spectacular. Their prices are a little bit high, and a charge of 3.99% rate for their employees. I always have questions about that.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience5
    Way too noisy. To the point that the dining experience just wasn’t enjoyable. Food and service were great. Need ambiance to match. Won’t be back.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You can’t go wrong there on Monday nights with their $0.99 oyster night! We also got a dozen clams to go along with our oysters! Highly recommend!
  33. AngSaysRawr

    Denver

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely love shuck mondays. Especially with the weather becoming better, it makes them that more delicious. Great happy hour prices and food options.
  34. quirkey

    Denver

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food , ambience, fun wonderful service , very attentive! Great place to meet friends for happy hour!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect as always! Great food, cocktails and service!
  36. Jeanie

    Denver

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fresh raw oysters and a cold martini - great outdoor cafe people watching. Delicious appetizers for the whole group. Highly recommend.
  37. MikeK

    Denver

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience4
    Great dinner @ Blue Island! Yummy food and drinks.
  38. Nanc

    Denver

    86 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    Overall I would say that the food here is good but not great. But then I'm not a big raw oyster fan, and this is what the restaurant specializes in. The calamari was good, not great. The tagarashi fries were good, not great. The brownie sundae was good, not great. The clam chowder, on the other hand, was outstanding. And the service was great. Atmosphere was noisy and crowded.
  39. RobbIt

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My new favorite restaurant. All of the servers are excellent as is the food and bevs! And hostess Isabel is always a delight.
  40. CharliieyB

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place!!! This is our favorite oyster bar in Denver.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver using the Order Online button. Blue Island Oyster Bar - Denver also 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 2454 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 35 times today
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

    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Private party contact

    Brian Mohrlang: (303) 333-2462

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