Public Fish & Oyster

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513 W Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Public Fish and Oyster is a full service seafood restaurant and raw bar specializing in fresh, New England-style seafood in Central Virginia. Our commitment is to hospitality, quality ingredients and fair prices in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

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Tony M.
7/21/2025

This is an incredibly cool place in downtown Charlottesville. It's a snug place, so don't be afraid to sit at the bar and trust that John and his co-pilot will take good care of you. You can sit...

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Kathy T.
8/16/2025

Came here for dinner-cute place with friendly service. Some dishes were outstanding - hamachi crudo and halibut entree. Somewhat disappointed by the pan roast-shellfish in a lobster curry over...

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Aileen J.
6/25/2025

Niece J suggested going for Happy Hour on Saturday of Mother's Day weekend. With no reservation, we joined the line that formed just before they opened at 4pm. Fortunately, the 4 of us got seats...

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Kevin S.
8/16/2025

It's a small place that maximizes their seating. I guess it can't hold more than 50 people. Staff was knowledgeable and friendly. Our waitress Alexis was able to guide us through each selection. I...

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Glenn N.
6/3/2025

My wife and I are in visiting our daughter and son in law. My daughter suggested public fish and oyster. We tried all of the oyster options and could not decide which ones to get more of as we...

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