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The Oar Steak and Seafood Grill

4.6 (911)
$30 and under
Seafood
264 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772

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The Oar Steak and Seafood Grill

4.6
$30 and under
Seafood
Patchogue

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Lively
Casual waterfront dining right on the docks of the Patchogue River, The Oar serves up fresh and delicious steaks and seafood.  Chefs prepare specialties like coconut shrimp, 36 oz sizzling prime porterhouse, lobster quesadillas and fresh Bluepoint oysters and little clams which are delivered daily.  Two dining rooms are decorated in traditional nautical style.  The front wall in made up of French doors that open onto the water, providing dockside open air seating in warm months and picturesque views of the marina year-round.  The rear dining room is elegant with raise panel mahogany, white table clothes and blue and white nautical stripe wall paper.  We look forward to accommodating your special occasion in the separate catering room.  The restaurant stocks full indoor and outdoor bars so you'll never miss a beautiful night at this fun and entertaining spot.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    The restaurant offers a private catering facility.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for details.
  • Neighborhood
    Patchogue
  • Cross street
    Mulford
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    Live Music WINTER- Friday and Saturday SUMMER- Wednesday - Sunday
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Live Music at The Oar

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for live music here at The Oar every Friday & Saturday night starting at 6:30pm.

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at The Oar Steak and Seafood Grill.

4.6

4.6
(911)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Oar Steak and Seafood Grill impresses with its "amazing food and service," consistently delicious seafood, and a welcoming atmosphere. Diners appreciate the "beautiful view" and "friendly staff." Highlights include "delicious swordfish steak," "fresh tuna," and a wonderful dining experience by the water, ensuring a memorable visit.
911 Reviews
  1. Kathleen Gold

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Oar House has never disappointed. It’s restaurant week and the food was amazing. I had a delicious swordfish steak and my friend enjoyed the seafood pot pie. The price was fair and the food was great!
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Kathleen, so glad restaurant week treated you well! The swordfish and the seafood pot pie are two of our favorites too. Thanks for always coming back, and we’ll see you next time.

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  2. Janice

    Naples1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the Oar House! Food consistently good! Went for restaurant week and the menu was superb! Immediately seated, food delicious and service great!
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Janice, thank you! We’re happy the restaurant week menu was a hit and that everything went smoothly from the moment you walked in. We love having you, so come see us again soon.

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  3. Barbara

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff is always pleasant, attentive and helpful. Oysters were magnificent as what my pepper crusted seared tuna salad. Oar has been a favorite of ours for years.
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded 7 days ago
    We're so glad to hear about your 5-star experience! Come back and see us again soon!

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  4. Patrick Gold

    San Diego16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar and service was great. The bartender made a custom pumpkin espresso martini that I thoroughly enjoyed. I had the grilled octopus and it was delicious.
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for joining us! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  5. Stella

    New York State1 review

    3.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was busy but she gave us dessert menus then left us sitting there waiting for half an hour while she waited on another table. She might have asked someone else to take our order. We finally put on our coats to leave. It was getting late.

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  6. Patricia Gold

    New York City50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an enjoyable experience. Lovely view in a pleasant surrounding. Cant go wrong with the weely specials.
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded on October 26, 2026
    Thank you so much! We’re glad you always enjoy your time with us, and we love that the view adds to it. Our weekly specials are a favorite around here, so it’s great to hear you’re a fan. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. Jackie

    Atlantic City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Danae was the best waitress ever! The meal and service was phenomenal!
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded on October 22, 2026
    We're so glad you had a great experience with us and look forward to seeing you back again soon!

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  8. Ann

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was terrific and Sarah our attendant was phenomenal. The noise level from the bar was unacceptable by any measure. Is that every night or just Fridays? Would def think twice before returning. Get acoustic tiles, carpet, curtains. There are many ways to improve the sound level.
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded on October 12, 2026
    Thank you for your feedback on the music and sound. We are glad you enjoyed your food and the service provided.

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  9. H

    New York State2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 29, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    service was respectable, initially the room was very noisy, and my food was warm, not hot.
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded on October 1, 2026
    Thank you for your feedback. We hope to see you again soon.

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  10. Sal

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a party of 4 our waiter Chris was terrific food and service good we are going back this week again with 2 other people and looking forward to going during the summer
    The Oar Steak and Seafood GrillResponded on September 28, 2026
    Thank you for dining with us! We’re glad your group enjoyed the food and service, and we’ll be sure to share your kind words with Chris. We look forward to seeing you again this week and welcoming you back in the summer!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    The restaurant offers a private catering facility.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for details.
  • Neighborhood
    Patchogue
  • Cross street
    Mulford
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    Live Music WINTER- Friday and Saturday SUMMER- Wednesday - Sunday
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Casual dress, comfortable, nothing formal expected, fitting the restaurant's casual waterfront setting.

Yes, The Oar is a lovely date-night choice, with sunset dockside seating and cozy spots like the fireplace room that guests say are perfect for an evening out.

The Oar is magical at sunset, guests love sitting outside on the dock for the views, and for a livelier night plan for an evening with live music (guests often note Friday nights); Monday’s lobster special also draws a crowd.

Portions at The Oar tend to be generous, guests frequently describe mains and lobster dishes as hearty and plentiful.

Yes, The Oar offers dockside open-air seating: French doors open onto a waterfront deck that guests enjoy, especially at sunset.

Yes, guests report booking via OpenTable and being contacted by the restaurant about holiday reservations, and staff are frequently described as accommodating, so mention any requests when you reserve.

Yes, families are welcome: guests call The Oar a great spot for families and even note fun, boat-themed kids’ water cups for little ones at family events like Lobster Fest.

The Oar pairs casual waterfront charm with classic nautical elegance, French doors and dockside seating frame marina views, while a mahogany, white-tablecloth rear dining room and a cozy fireplace room offer a more refined option; guests also note live music.

The Oar has two nautically decorated dining rooms (a front room with French doors that open to dockside seating and an elegant rear dining room), plus outdoor dock/deck tables, indoor and outdoor bars, and a separate catering room.

Wednesdays are a standout for Prime Rib night, while Friday nights are great if you want live music and waterfront atmosphere.

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The Oar Steak and Seafood Grill

4.6
$30 and under
Seafood
Patchogue

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
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