A very fun and relaxing evening celebrating a birthday during the week. Very attentive, friendly, knowlegeable, but not annoying waiter who treated us with a great experience-ask for Chad's... More

A very fun and relaxing evening celebrating a birthday during the week. Very attentive, friendly, knowlegeable, but not annoying waiter who treated us with a great experience-ask for Chad's area. The food was what they're known for; seafood; with the ahi tuna filling up two of us that had split it, the shrimp cocktail was a bit dry but great with the cocktail sauce. Drinks were good size but expensive. Chad brought out a huge baked alaska with pumpkin ice cream for the b-day treat and it was delicious. The hostesses, waiters, helpers were charming us from the minute we stepped into the restaurant. It was a special eating event. I was disappointed that there wasn't alot of diners and hope that isn't a bad sign especially since Manny's left. Pros: parking in ramp is easy, the staff treats you very well, seafood was perfect, romantic booths Cons: hign prices on food and drinks, downtown taxes, not a lot of energy during the week
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I thought this place was just ok. Found bones in my fish. I don't know if he's the owner or the manager but this guy Steve was rude, rude, rude!

I thought this place was just ok. Found bones in my fish. I don't know if he's the owner or the manager but this guy Steve was rude, rude, rude!
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Our experience at Oceanaire was fantastic. The reservationist was kind and accomidating over the phone. When it came to ordering, our waiter, Kevin, was incredibly helpful and took the time to... More

Our experience at Oceanaire was fantastic. The reservationist was kind and accomidating over the phone. When it came to ordering, our waiter, Kevin, was incredibly helpful and took the time to explain the menu and made fabulous recommendations. In our case, we were celebrating a special event and they made sure we were being well taken care of. Thanks for a great meal and a great night!
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We went to the Oceanaire for a special event - a group of six of us. Expecting to pay a good price, and get a phenomenal meal and dining experience. However, the evening was disappointing. The... More

We went to the Oceanaire for a special event - a group of six of us. Expecting to pay a good price, and get a phenomenal meal and dining experience. However, the evening was disappointing. The food, service and ambiance all were just fine, but when you invest that kind of money for a night out, you should expect to be wowed, blown away, totally impressed. We were not wowed, only satisfied. The seafood was not twice as good, the service and atmosphere not two times better than other eateries we could have gone to. I can?t really recommend the Oceanaire based on this visit ? the value simply was not there for the amount of money we spent. Pros: Food, service, ambience all were fine Cons: For the money spent, it should have been an outstanding experience - it was not
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My wife and I went to this restaurant because we heard great things about it all over the place. When we got there the place was packed! I understand the biz. When you have a packed restaurant you... More

My wife and I went to this restaurant because we heard great things about it all over the place. When we got there the place was packed! I understand the biz. When you have a packed restaurant you make lots of money, but working my way through a crowd is not my idea of a fine dining experence. We had to wait half an hour for our table, dispite reservations. This also annoyed me. Staff was friendly and service was impressive. I was shocked at the price of drinks (in a bad way). The food was good. Menue was not what I expected. A lot of fish and not much of anything else. Menue was pricy but not too bad. Best crab cakes I have ever had. Our food was good, and came in decent portions. All in all I think the place is a bit overrated, but good. It did not live up to the hype it gets by any means. I would go here again over a restaurant like Red Lobster, if I were in the mood for seafood. Pros: Great service, fair prices on most items Cons: crowded, noisey, reservations mean nothing
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Hands down- the best crab cakes in Minnesota! I came to the oceanaire for a business dinner with five guys from the east coast, jetlegged wanting seafood. Service was impeccable, from the check... More

Hands down- the best crab cakes in Minnesota! I came to the oceanaire for a business dinner with five guys from the east coast, jetlegged wanting seafood. Service was impeccable, from the check backs to the honest smiles of the staff and management. I suggest requesting the captains list if you want a better selection of wine. Easily the best restaurant in Minnesota, in regards to food quality, and service!! Pros: SERVICE!!! Cons: no parking validation
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Have conservatively eaten here 40 times. Not only is the food and wait staff fantastic but they knock it out of the park every single time. It is the only place I'll eat oysters in Minnesota and... More

Have conservatively eaten here 40 times. Not only is the food and wait staff fantastic but they knock it out of the park every single time. It is the only place I'll eat oysters in Minnesota and they are delicious. The fall clam chowder is amazing (only Bar Crudo in San Francisico is better). The crowd, the space, the food is how it should be and thankfully it is every time man- (they say that in Jamaica alot). Impressive as well is that their staff never turns over and only gets better just like a perfect pair of boots. Go there you will love it. Pros: always good, my kids love it too Cons: none
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I don't even know where to begin describing my experiences at the Oceannaire. I have been here at least 2-3 times every year since I moved to the Cities, and on a college student's budget, that is... More

I don't even know where to begin describing my experiences at the Oceannaire. I have been here at least 2-3 times every year since I moved to the Cities, and on a college student's budget, that is a LOT of money I have parted with. Thus said, I have never had a better value than when we eat here. The Oceannaire is my favorite place to go for birthdays and anniversaries--not just because of the free Baked Alaska (we would have ordered it whether it was free or not!) but because of the beautiful ambience, wonderful service, and fresh seafood. As my grandparents live on the Carolina coast, I grew up with very fresh seafood on my visits there, and while most restaurants in the Midwest have amazing steak, I have always found the seafood lacking. And then I went to the Oceannaire. If not for the white linen tablecloths and dressed up patrons, I would have sworn that I was at a seafood house on the shores of South Carolina--the fish is just that fresh. The crudites eliminate the need for an appetizer in my opinion, though we've always loved the smoked salmon. You really can get your seafood anyway you want it here. For me, that means a lightly seared ahi tuna with blackening and blue cheese butter. It just melts in your mouth. The matchstick fries are crispy and plentiful; they also happen to be one of the cheapest sides on the menu. Strangely enough, even after stuffing yourself with seafood (order a side or two and take home half of your fish so you can relive the experience for lunch the next day), there is always room for Baked Alaska. Now, I have had the Baked Alaska for four years, and just about every time I come there is a new ice cream in the center on top of a luscious cake whose flavor cannot be described as anything else but "151". It is encased in a mountain of creamy marshmallow before being doused with Bacardi 151 rum and light on fire. My best advice is to let it burn off the alcohol as long as possible. The Oceannaire is a must! Pros: Freshest seafood in the Cities, Service, 50's ambience Cons: Parking
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The Oceanaire is an exceptionally classy restaurant. The seafood is a bit expensive, but well worth it. Portions are generous, especially the side dishes. I would recommend reservations. Pros: ... More

The Oceanaire is an exceptionally classy restaurant. The seafood is a bit expensive, but well worth it. Portions are generous, especially the side dishes. I would recommend reservations. Pros: Ambience, great seafood Cons: Pricey
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We went to Oceanaire for a special occasion and were very happy with the food and the service. We would go back in a heartbeat. We have recommended it to our friends as well.

We went to Oceanaire for a special occasion and were very happy with the food and the service. We would go back in a heartbeat. We have recommended it to our friends as well.
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