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Rodney's Oyster House

405-1228 Hamilton Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 6L2, Canada (Downtown)
604-609-0080
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Ranked #33 of 1,772 restaurants in Vancouver
Cuisines: Oyster Bar
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Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Downtown
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Corvallis, Oregon
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19 reviews 19 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

Fun and casual place. Get a seat at the raw bar and watch them shuck the oysters right in front of you. Now that's fresh!

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See 4 more reviews by Kimmer0722 for Vancouver
Canada
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

WOW is the word. If you are a seafood lover or even a raw oyster lover, you must try Rodney's. It's at Yaletown Vancouver. Casual and relax dining experience. We went for their "low tide" menu which starts from 3 pm - 6 pm. Raw oysters were so fresh, so we didn't bother to use any of their famous sauces.... More

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Chicago
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Sea food was great. I've never had fresher oyster! the service was super and everyone was so friendly. We got the recomendation to eat ther fron the Opus hotel which is just around the corner.We didnt have reservations but our server told us they are always very bust and reservations should be made to avoid a long wait.

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Vancouver, Canada
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17 reviews 17 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

Before Canucks games, I enjoy a good oyster chow down at Rodneys with friends. Washed down with their special Ceasar's or tap brews helps them slide down easier. I like the hot spicey sauces and lots of fresh grated horse radish. I look forward to trying the new second restaurant in Gastown.

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See 6 more reviews by Les T for Vancouver
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14 reviews 14 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013 via mobile

Came on a Monday night and place was bustling. The music is lively, there are no stuffy tablecloths, and the waiting staff call out to one another as if they are the crew on a ship's deck. All of which makes for a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The menu is short and straightforward. A couple of chowders, mussels, clams, crab,... More

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Shanghai, China
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35 reviews 35 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

Every time I return to my hometown, I must - MUST - go to Rodney's to satisfy my oyster cravings! The happy hour lets you enjoy this delicacy without burning a deep hole in your pocket. The scallops, clam chowder, and salmon are equally savoury. Can't wait to be back next time!

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London, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

Popped in for a quick lunch, love this place, great food, great atmosphere, really friendly team. Oyster selection is great and had some super mussels for my main. Always a must go place when I'm in Vancouver, keep up the good work team and please open a new branch in London!

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Williams Lake, Canada
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19 reviews 19 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Great food, great service...from the raw oysters to the scallops (incredible!!) to the clam chowder (omg!!) to the VERY full glasses of wine...I highly recommend this restaurant for an all around awesome dining experience!

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Vancouver, Canada
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13 reviews 13 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

This is the best oyster place in Vancouver, BC by far. Great selection of FRESH oysters, great Manhattan cwdr, and superb quality of any other kind of shellfish or crab or lobster. Vibrant place, alive and loud, always full of smiling guests and busy staff. Overlooked at all times by the boss (who also works there). Take my advice and... More

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Toronto, Canada
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12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

For us easterners, its always a treat to come west and share in the bounty of the Pacific. Started with their clam chowder which is prepared in these original hot air heated pots at the bar. Great taste and could have been a meal in itself. We had a variety of oysters from Islands that I never heard of off... More

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