King Street Oyster Bar — Restaurant in Washington

Title: A Delightful Experience at King Street Oyster Bar newest addition in City Ridge, DC

Review:

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the new location of King Street Oyster Bar in City Ridge, DC, and I must say it was an absolutely wonderful experience. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and excellent service, particularly from our server Collins, who remembered my fiancé and me from our previous visit to their Potomac location. Collins was attentive, knowledgeable, and made us feel right at home.

Now, let's talk about the food! King Street Oyster Bar truly excels in delivering delicious seafood dishes. The menu offers a wide variety of options, from freshly shucked oysters to mouthwatering seafood entrees. We indulged in a selection of oysters, and each one was impeccably fresh, bursting with flavor. The attention to detail in every dish was impressive, and it was clear that the chefs took great pride in their creations.

Aside from the exceptional food, the overall vibe of King Street Oyster Bar in City Ridge was simply fantastic. The restaurant's ambiance was inviting and stylish, with a charming coastal-inspired decor that transported us to a seaside getaway. The lively atmosphere and upbeat music created a vibrant backdrop for our evening, making it a truly enjoyable and memorable experience.

In conclusion, I highly recommend King Street Oyster Bar in City Ridge, DC. The exceptional service provided by Collins, along with the warm hospitality extended by the owner Rick and bar manager Ali, made us feel like valued guests. The food was nothing short of delicious, and the overall vibe of the restaurant was both welcoming and energetic. If you're looking for a must-try dining experience that combines excellent seafood, friendly service, and a fantastic atmosphere, look no further than King Street Oyster Bar. You won't be disappointed! This review is left by the world’s most critical, critic, so if I...

I’ve been a regular at the City Ridge, NoMa, and Potomac locations, but this past Saturday was my last visit. The food is consistently fantastic but the service has become too frustrating to ignore. I tried contacting KSOB via email and never got a response.

For the third visit in a row, part of my order was completely forgotten. I always start with at least two dozen oysters and either sliders or wings, and each time they just never show up. By the time the entrees arrive, it feels pointless to bring it up. It doesn’t even show up on the bill, which tells me the staff likely forgets as soon as they walk away. Maybe if they just wrote orders down like most restaurants, this wouldn’t keep happening.

Tonight added another layer of disappointment. The Coke tasted like flat, syrup-less water, and we were charged for three sodas—despite there typically being free refills. When I pointed it out, our server said, “Oh, you each had two, it should be four,” which made no sense. I gave up at that point, paid, and moved on.

I’m done. The service is consistently careless, and it’s not worth it. I’ll happily go somewhere like Clyde’s or Salt Line, where the drinks are better, the staff actually writes down orders, and refills don’t come with surprise charges. If refills are no longer free, maybe mention it before...

For the type of restaurant it is, it's fairly solid. Happy hour is good. Lots of good regular choices on the menu. We live in the neighborhood, so we can just walk over. However, we still find it hit or miss. Tonight, for example, one of us had the lobster salad, which was market price, so when one of the managers came over with our drinks, we asked the cost ($30) and what lobster parts (is it a tail, claws?). She said all of the parts. Great! Well, it was just claws, no tail. Then we saw someone get the fried soft shell crab, so we asked where that was on the menu. She said it was the special. We probably would have ordered that, but our server didn't tell us there were specials when she quickly took our order in a curt manner. So, now we most likely will just come sit at the bar during happy hour, which seems to be the best bet. But don't order the martini. It's $16 and comes in a small...