On Ice: A Seasonal Guide to Raw Bar Dining

At Loch Bar Boca Raton, Baltimore, Philly, and Houston, the raw bar is at the heart of what we do. With a curated selection of East and West Coast oysters, there’s something for every palate whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or trying your first half shell.

Our offerings go beyond just oysters, with chilled king crab, Maine lobster, and classic crab cocktails rounding out a raw bar experience that’s as impressive as it is inviting.

Want it all? Try one of our seafood towers—Petite, Grand, or Royal each stacked high with the freshest selections from the sea, served ice-cold and perfect for sharing.

At The Bygone, our per-person raw bar tower is an elevated way to savor the freshest in season seafood. Thoughtfully assembled and beautifully presented, each tower includes a curated selection of oysters, marinated mussels, blue crab claws, shrimp, lobster, and jumbo lump crab. It’s a luxurious way to enjoy a variety of chilled seafood at your own pace—perfect as a starter to dinner or a centerpiece all its own.

Prefer something a la carte? Our Oysters on the Half Shell feature premium selections from Cannon Cove, VA and Goose Point, WA, served with a green strawberry–pink peppercorn mignonette, lemon, elderflower, and basil. Or try the Old Bay Poached Shrimp Cocktail, served chilled with cocktail sauce, horseradish, and jalapeño for a bold, briny bite.

A raw bar experience rooted in quality, tradition, and just the right amount of indulgence.

At Maximón, our raw bar highlights bold Latin flavors with a fresh, coastal sensibility. Whether you’re easing into dinner or curating your own chilled seafood experience, each dish delivers vibrant ingredients and layered textures.

Start with the Shrimp Cóctel—a refreshing twist on a classic, with agua chile rojo, cucumber, avocado, crema, and fresh horseradish.

And no raw bar is complete without oysters, served on the half shell with salsa verde mignonette, cilantro, and pink peppercorn for a bright, herbaceous finish.

At Choptank Annapolis and Baltimore, summer starts at the raw bar. With fresh, chilled seafood and fun summer vibe, it’s the perfect way to soak up the season.

Enjoy East and West Coast oysters, classic shrimp cocktail, or local favorites like our Blue Crab Dijonnaise—fresh crab meat tossed in a creamy, tangy dijon sauce with lemon and herbs. Try our delicious Alaskan king crab cocktail appetizer. Want it all? The Choptank Seafood Platter is stacked with shrimp, oysters, mussels, king crab, whole blue crab, and crab dijonnaise—served with all the sauces and ready to share.

From happy hour to weekend hangs, the raw bar is your summer go-to.

There’s no better way to savor summer than something chilled, fresh, and straight from the raw bar. At Oregon Grille, the raw bar is a seasonal standout where classic seafood and elegance meet over ice. 

Start with oysters on the half shell, served with mignonette, cocktail sauce, and housemade hot sauce. Keep it simple with a chilled shrimp cocktail or go bold with our king crab or Maine lobster cocktail served with a rich dijonnaise sauce. 

For the ultimate experience, order The Grille Seafood Tower—layered with oysters, king crab, shrimp, and lobster, available in three sizes: Petit, Grande, or Royal. It’s a stunning centerpiece built for sharing. 

The Valley Inn offers a Seafood Tower featuring chilled shrimp cocktail, blue crab cocktail, clams, Maine lobster, oysters on the half shell, and marinated mussels.

Each bite is perfectly complemented by classic accompaniments: cocktail sauce, dijonnaise, and mignonette. Whether you’re sharing with friends or treating yourself, the tower comes in three sizes to suit your appetite and occasion: small, medium, and large. 

The Seafood Tower is a standout choice for those looking for a fresh and seasonal way to enjoy seafood this summer!