The Adelaide Oyster House | St. John’s Ultimate Seafood Send-Off

🦪 The Adelaide Oyster House | St. John’s Ultimate Seafood Send-Off 📍 Last Night Feast On our final evening in Newfoundland, we returned to this industrial-chic oyster bar for: • Oyster Bliss: 5 dozen (yes, 60!) freshly shucked Malpeques • New Discoveries: • Squid Rings ($16): Crispy tentacles + lime aioli • Kobe Sliders ($24): Buttery beef on brioche (unexpected star) • Sashimi Plate ($28): Local yellowtail + wasabi foam • Sweet Finale: Complimentary dessert (more below) Vibe: Raw concrete + copper light fixtures – feels like a fisherman’s loft 🍽️ Dish-by-Dish Breakdown 1. Oysters (Market Price, ~$2.50/ea) 🌊 • Varieties: Malpeque (creamy) vs. Raspberry Point (briny) • Condiments: Classic mignonette + horseradish ice (game-changer) • Pro Move: Order "East vs. West" flight to compare coasts 2. Crispy Squid ($16) 🦑 • Texture: Tender inside, glass-like crunch outside • Dip: Sichuan pepper mayo (tingly heat) • Secret: Uses local squid – caught that morning 3. Kobe Beef Sliders ($24) 🍔 • Meat: Marbled fat melts at body temperature • Bun: Butter-toasted brioche with black garlic smear • Surprise: Comes with duck fat fries 4. Chef’s Gift: Lemon Meringue ($0!) 🍋 • Layers: 1. Torched Italian meringue 2. Lemon curd with Newfoundland berry swirl 3. Graham cracker crust with sea salt • Why It Shines: Not too sweet – perfect balance of tart/cream/crunch 📊 Price Check Dish Price Worth It? Oysters (dozen) ~$30 ✅✅ Squid $16 ✅ (best in town) Kobe Sliders $24 ✅ (tiny but rich) Sashimi $28 ❌ (stick to oysters) Verdict: Splurge on shellfish, skip the raw fish 💡 Pro Tips 1. Timing: • 5-6pm: Happy hour ($1.50 oysters) • Avoid 8pm – tourist rush 2. Seating: Request "Oyster Counter" for free shucking lessons 3. Parking: Free on Water St after 6pm Regret: Not trying the lobster ceviche (next time!) StJohnsEats #OysterLover #SeafoodFinale