Hog Island Oyster

About the Business

Specialties

Fresh oysters, Manila clams and mussels locally raised in Tomales Bay, CA. Visit our farm for the freshest oyster experience - right from the source. Bayside picnic tables with grills are reservation only, please reserve on Seatme.com. Outdoor onsite oyster bar, The Boat, is open year round Fri, Sat, Sun and Mon - serving oysters on the half shell raw + Chipotle Bourbon BBQ, local cheese, charcuterie, bread and seasonal salads, beer, wine, sodas. No outside food allowed at The Boat Oyster Bar.

History

Established in 1983.

"We were 'The Oyster Mercenaries' on a mission to grow great oysters and have fun doing it." says John Finger and Terry Sawyer, co-founders of Hog Island Oyster Co. "Strong backs and weak minds!" That was our motto when we planted our first oyster seed on July 9, 1983. We started with a five-acre shellfish lease, $500 borrowed from our parents, and one "not-so-seaworthy" Flexible Flyer. We've learned a lot and grown up a little since we first began, but our mission at Hog Island Oyster Co. has remained unchanged: grow great oysters, create a fresh and fun oyster experience, and have a great time doing it.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Terry S.

Business Owner

Co-Owner with John Finger since 1988.