Pescador | Boston, MA
Located in the heart of Boston, one of America’s leading seafood cities, Pescador is the latest concept from critically acclaimed chef-restaurateurs Bruce and Eric Bromberg. An internationally inspired coastal grill concept, Pescador showcases the bounty of Boston’s seafood culture with flavors that transport guests worldwide. Its new “Raw Oysters on the Half Shell” offering during brunch service features six or 12 oysters presented with chiles, Salsa Marisquera, and Coconut Leche de Tigre. For dinner, guests can enjoy Oysters Asadas, featuring roasted large oysters topped with chili butter and lime.
The Vanderbilt | Newport, RI
Oyster Hour: Start your evening off the Rhode Island way with $2 oysters offered in The Dining Room, available every day from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Indulge in fresh Rhode Island oysters, shucked before your eyes at a live shucking station.
Farm to Half-Shell Experience: Guests can immerse themselves in Rhode Island’s iconic export as they spend the day with the experts at West Passage Oysters. Journey to Wickford Town Dock and learn from West Passage’s team about the history of half shells in Rhode Island, an oyster’s life cycle, and how shellfish are farmed in Newport’s Narragansett Bay. Then, hop aboard West Passage Oyster’s 21ft farm boat to their lease at Rome Point for a firsthand experience of how oysters are farmed daily. Once at the farm, try your hand at harvesting, shucking, and eating the fresh oysters straight from the water, creating an unforgettable experience you’ll find only in Rhode Island. More details here.
White Barn Inn | Kennebunk, ME
New Hampshire Oyster Farming Experience: Guests will head out from White Barn Inn and journey 45 minutes south to Scammell Bridge where they will meet locally-owned oyster farmers from Choice Oysters to begin their experience. Wade out into the water or paddle by kayak to take a tour of the oyster farm. Learn about the farming process, as well as the oyster’s habitats and sustainability as you see seeds brought in from the hatcheries. Get a little dirty as you sort and rake your own oysters to bring back to White Barn Inn. Learn how to shuck oysters taken fresh from the farm as you enjoy a day in New England life. In an effort to sustain oyster populations, White Barn Inn will recycle your oyster shells to the University of New Hampshire’s oyster shell program, which uses the shells to restore the local reefs. More details here.
Mayflower Inn & Spa | Washington, CT
Guests can discover the Inn’s The Tap Room, a casual dining destination featuring pub-style fare and quintessential bar snacks that pay homage to Northeast cuisine. The menu features elevated New England classics made with seasonal ingredients, enjoyed alongside fresh craft cocktails. A must-try starter is Mayflower’s half-dozen chilled oysters.
