Rappahannock Oyster Bar

Really sorry for the 2 star rating, but I came for lunch recently, thinking that this place would be no issue for myself with dietary restrictions (gluten intolerant, pescatarian) but ended up getting served food with gluten in it and got sick. Our waitress was nice and explained that for the scallop carpaccio (which I inquired about and asked for them to double check) she didn’t “notice anything from the label” that had gluten (it was clearly normal soy sauce instead of gluten free ponzu). And explained that the kitchen hadn’t been paying attention, and that “so could read the label for the soy sauce if I wanted to”. They comped the potion of the food that they served that I ended up not being able to eat, but I still now have to deal with digestive issues for a month due to my intolerance. The food is good, but I would say that if you have any dietary restrictions probably steer clear of this place as the staff is not knowledgeable.

It’s our first time eating here for lunch. They have a nice outside courtyard type room. The staff is nice! Everything we ordered we loved! I’m a snooty food eater (clean, gluten free, organic if possible) and loved it all. I had sangria (which I requested less sweet and it was perfect!), the chowder was amazing, the scallop carpaccio was so flavorful and unique, oysters were fresh and tasty. The catfish sandwich had a thick piece of fish and good flavor and the side celery root slaw was good! Now I have 3 places at the wharf I like!