Whether you prefer your oysters with loads of toppings or as raw and naked as they can get, here are the best shucks for your buck in Vancouver.

Rodney’s Oyster House

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Take your tastebuds on an international adventure at Rodney’s Oyster House, which has a large selection of oysters procured outside of BC (think: the Maritime provinces, along with New Zealand and Ireland).

Chewies Oyster Bar

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The place to be in Kitsilano, Chewies Oyster Bar is known for its New Orleans-inspired menu and happy hour deals (freshly-shucked oysters for as low as $2!). 

Song

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If you’re fond of Asian flavours, Song may be one of the tastiest options for you. This Mount Pleasant restaurant serves oysters with house-made spicy Nam Jim seafood sauce, Thai chilli paste, crispy shallots, and microgreens for a culinary treat that also looks like a work of art.

Smitty’s Oyster House

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Located on Main Street, Smitty’s Oyster House is a seafood-lover’s dream. Not only does the Vancouver outpost of this Sunshine Coast hotspot serve raw oysters, but it also features broiled and pan-fried options. Sliding up to the bar here is always a good idea.

Fanny Bay Oyster Bar

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No oyster list would be complete without mentioning Fanny Bay Oyster Bar, the restaurant side of the oyster farming company. Fanny Bay sources shellfish to a lot of local restaurants, and its own menu often features dozens of varieties ranging in origin, size, and taste.