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The Oyster Tavern

€€ - €€€Irish, , Seafood
The Spa | County Kerry, Tralee, Ireland
+353 66 713 6102
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  • Excellent72%
  • Very good18%
  • Average6%
  • Poor2%
  • Terrible2%
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“oysters” (35 reviews)
“steak” (17 reviews)
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All hours
CUISINES
Irish, Bar, Seafood, European, Pub, Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly
PRICE
€€ - €€€
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LOCATION
The Spa | County Kerry, Tralee, Ireland
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1 - 10 of 161 reviews

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We were golfing in Western Ireland when one of our caddies suggested this restaurant if we were going to be near Tralee. We arrived with a group of 7 and no reservations, but the seated us with a smile at a lovely table near the...More

Thank JKY159
Julie M, Guest Relations Manager at The Oyster Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Dear JKY159, Thank you very very much for taking the time to write such a lovely review on our bar and restaurant. I was delighted to read that you enjoyed our cuisine so much. I will be certain to inform our kitchen staff and the...More

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

We usually have bar food. It is not expensive and is fantastic value for money. The food is exquisite particularity seafood hot and cold platter and seafood pie. All prices are under 18 euros. The atmosphere is always good and all staff are welcoming and...More

Thank 79eileen
Julie M, Guest Relations Manager at The Oyster Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Dear Eileen, Many many thanks for choosing to dine at the Oyster and for taking the time to write such a lovely review. Your valued custom and feedback is very much appreciated by all of us here. We are delighted that you had a lovely...More

Reviewed 5 weeks ago via mobile

Went to this amazing restaurant on Monday night with my girlfriend for dinner and from the moment we walked in we were made feel so welcome by all the staff, the service was remarkable and the food was out of this world. I had the...More

Thank Andrew D
Julie M, Guest Relations Manager at The Oyster Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Dear Andrew, A sincere thank you for your high recommendation of the Oyster Tavern. Your kind compliments are very much appreciated, particularly in relation to the high standard of courtesy and care extended by our team. I will be sure to pass on your fantastic...More

Reviewed 28 September 2017

Stopped in after a round at Tralee Golf Club and had an excellent meal. The seafood chowder was very good followed by an outstanding dover sole. Service was very good!More

Thank Chuck627
Julie M, Guest Relations Manager at The Oyster Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 29 September 2017

Dear Chuck627, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your comments in relation to your recent visit to the Oyster. We are delighted that you enjoyed your meal so much. Our chowder is famous, always a favourite among our customers : )....More

Reviewed 19 September 2017

Couple from Austria. We stayed in Luss for one night only and arrived quite late. When we asked our host, what restaurant she would recommend, she mentioned this place. We sat down at the pub, so the waiter didn't realize we were there to eat,...More

Thank Stefan M
Julie M, Guest Relations Manager at The Oyster Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 27 September 2017

Dear Stefan, Thank you most sincerely for taking the time to post a review of your recent visit to the Oyster Tavern. Your kind compliments are greatly appreciated. We are delighted that you enjoyed your experience with us. The entire team and I join in...More

Reviewed 14 September 2017

Nice friendly pub/ food place. Good efficient service. Hake and chips pricey enough @ €14 a head. Tasty but for price portion of hake small enough. More restaurant than pub and not the most comfortable seating. Would not rush back.

Thank Martina N
Reviewed 14 August 2017

on the plus side: arguably the best mussels my wife and i have ever eaten. on the minus side: dishes brought in the wrong order, wrong main dish for me (they were offering 2 versions of scallops that night; after discussion with the server i...More

Thank jlabarthe
Julie M, Guest Relations Manager at The Oyster Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 24 August 2017

Dear jlabarthe, I am very sorry to learn of your disappointment with your recent dining experience at the Oyster Tavern. On behalf of the McGrath family and the Oyster Tavern team, may I extend our most sincere apologies. Many thanks on your kind compliments in...More

Reviewed 10 August 2017 via mobile

Well done to the new owners a great remake of the best traditional bar, very good restaurant food, nice bar vibe with many nice alcoves to privately chat in, nice selection of cocktails gins whiskey sand beer, all good for a fun night served by...More

Thank Frank C
Reviewed 10 August 2017

It is clear from the sheer quality of the food present from this Kitchen that the chefs deserve a round of applause. I was seated with my partner, Herself having the Dingle Bay Fresh Prawn Scampi Starter, Deep Fried in Beer Batter, served with Lemon...More

Thank BDonovan97
Julie M, Guest Relations Manager at The Oyster Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 13 August 2017

Dear Guest, Thank you most sincerely for taking the time to post such a fantastic review of your recent visit to the Oyster Tavern. Your kind compliments on our quality dishes and kitchen staff are greatly appreciated. We are delighted that you enjoyed your dining...More

Reviewed 12 July 2017 via mobile

Really nice staff. This was a local spot and everyone was fixated on the Irish football game on TV. But the staff welcomed us (I think we were the only non-locals in the place).More

Thank PJ F
Julie M, Guest Relations Manager at The Oyster Tavern, responded to this reviewResponded 19 July 2017

Dear PJ, Thank you most sincerely for taking the time to post a review of your recent visit to the Oyster. Your kind compliments are greatly appreciated. It was our pleasure to welcome you and we would love to have the opportunity to welcome you...More

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BillyBl
7 November 2015|
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Response from Julie M | Property representative |
Hi Billy, We are open all year round, however as of late during the quieter months we are open for food Thursday to Sunday only but the bar is open seven days of the week. Thursday to Saturday food is served from 5pm to 10pm... More
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850mick
18 September 2015|
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Response from Julie M | Property representative |
Hi 850mick, We offer a set four course menu at €22.95 on Sundays and we also have the bar menu which is on all day. At the back of our bar menu we have a kiddies menu which includes roast of the day, fresh fish of the day... More
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Restaurant Details

Rating summary
  • Food
    Service
  • Value
    Atmosphere
Average prices
US$12 - US$32
Meals
Dinner, Lunch
Restaurant features
Highchairs Available, Full Bar, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards
Good for
Romantic, Kids, Child-friendly, Special Occasion Dining, Local cuisine, Business meetings, Bar Scene, Groups
Open Hours
Sunday
12:00 - 21:00
Thursday
17:00 - 22:00
Friday
17:00 - 22:00
Saturday
17:00 - 22:00
Location and Contact Information
  • Address: The Spa | County Kerry, Tralee, Ireland
  • Location: Europe  >  Ireland  >  Province of Munster  >  County Kerry  >  Tralee
  • Phone Number: +353 66 713 6102
  • E-mail
Description
The Oyster Tavern is one of Kerry's leading Seafood Restaurants, offering the very best in locally caught seafood. It is a well known bar and seafood restaurant throughout County Kerry since the 1980's. It has become well recognised for its excellent quality food and its extensive wine menu. There is a full bar on the premises and the establishment also has a private function room known as 'The Barn' available for birthday parties and any other special occasions. It is a family run business whereby the proprietors Jim and Margot McGrath have a well known work ethic of making everyone that enters feel so welcome with a good team of hard working and motivated staff behind them. The restaurant offers a full a la carte menu and an extensive bar menu to suit all tastes and budgets along with daily specials.
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