That last review was way off the mark. I have been in California for some time now but as a jersey girl at heart, the Oyster Creek Inn has been and remains one of my favorite places for great seafood and great atmosphere. I wouldn't advise you to order a fried combo when there is such a selection of daily specials. Every time i return home, this is the first stop for dinner. I have never been disappointed. On our last trip in May, we had an outstanding salmon special, crab meat, brie cheese, asparagus in a sauce that was excellent. We also ordered the Mahi special w/ grilled shrimp and onions, wow. A fresh tuna special over a green salad w/ crab meat was also a great choice. We go to the Oyster Creek and expect at least a 30 minute wait, especially in the summer. We get a cocktail or two and sit outside and just enjoy the view. As for the service, it is always great. The wait staff is efficient and very friendly. On the night we were there, a table next to ours was celebrating a birthday. The waitresses and even the bus boy all took time to sing to an elderly woman and had the whole room involved in the song, shouting out her name so we could all sing. you could see on her face how much she enjoyed it. A nice touch. It always nice to see the same faces on the wait staff, with a few new ones. This is not a place that will hire teenagers or college kids to get them through the busy season. We have been there in December and have seen the same waitresses that we have seen in May. So next time you are looking for great food, great view, a cold drink and alot of fun, go to the Oyster Creek. And don't forget about the popcorn! This is our family favorite in Jersey. There a few places like it here in Cali. but nothing compares to good seafood, family and friends at the ""Jersey Shore"". Go and enjoy and tell them the ""jerseygirlincali"" sent ya!!!
Pros: Just great food, fun and relaxing.
Cons: Running out of popcorn.
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