Lee & Rick's Oyster Bar

When I heard of an oyster bar with the best deals on a bucket of oyster, I knew this was the place to go. I decided to take my stepson here on our anniversary date that we do every year celebrating when he and I met. My stepson is a seafood connoisseur and so am I we love our bucket of oysters as well as Old Bay season shrimp. The hush puppies were a balance of sweetness, but still that very cornmeal taste. Sometimes you just gotta go for the authentic spots and Lee and Rick is definitely one of them. A place that I will surely take my family two time and time again

This is an Orlando institution and hidden gem. I’m a generational Floridian from the area and I didn’t know it existed. It’s been around for years. Older than me even and I’m OAF. Heard some rumors of its existence and had to see for myself. Found myself in the area the other day around lunch time and was on a mission to check it out. Got the address and drove over. Two sides to the restaurant, I decided to stay on the more empty side. There were a dozen or so people on the other side, looked like everyone was parties of two. I ordered a Coke, a dozen oysters on the half shell and a side of hush puppies. Oysters were shucked at the bar in front of me. They were so good. I think my tab was about $26 and change plus tip. Wished I would have ordered another dozen. Place kind of looks like a dive but again, it’s been around forever. Edit: A week or so after finding this place I drove over from Tampa with a friend. Next week my daughter and I are making the trip for lunch. Those oysters are that good. Mmmmm!

We were recommended this restaurant, dating back to the 1950s and still in its original form, a place to eat oysters. It has a bar and tables, but the best place to sit is at the counter where the waitresses bring you the bucket of oysters and open them for you. There's a bin in front of you where all the waste falls. It sounds strange, but it's very original and fun. It also has a variety of exquisite dishes. It was a fun and delicious experience

This wasn’t a 5-star experience, but it wasn’t terrible either. I paid $24 for a dozen oysters. They open them fresh in front of you, and you can choose between raw or steamed—I had them raw. The oysters weren’t bad, but I’ve definitely had better.The place is not very clean, and the customer service could use improvement. If you’re sensitive about cleanliness or looking for a polished dining experience, this might not be the spot for you.I also tried the fried calamari which was okay, nothing special. That said, I might come back if I’m in the mood for raw oysters and don’t mind a very casual spot.

I've came here over the years and honestly I love it. Don't come here for like the fried fish its just meh but not bad. But the shrimp and oysters are where it's at. Get a bucket, they say it's about 2 dozen but it's often more so a really great deal. Always fresh. I appreciate how hard the servers work here. You can get them raw or steamed i get half and half and it's just perfect. Don't let this place being far from the ocean sway you away. They are sooo fresh. I'm in a food coma driving home after this. Posting a menu pick for updated prices

The oysters here are absolutely amazing! Super fresh, impressively large, and bursting with flavor. The service was also excellent—friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is relaxed and enjoyable. Highly recommend this place to any seafood lover!

I have gone to Lee and Rick‘s numerous times throughout the years. Every time I go there, it’s always a great time and the food is always phenomenal. Servers treat us good every time. The oysters there are amazing!! They have been around since the 50s and it’s for a reason!

If you love fresh oysters, this place is a must-visit! The selection is top-notch, offering a variety of oysters from different regions, each with its own unique flavor profile. They were incredibly fresh, perfectly shucked, and served with a great selection of accompaniments like mignonette, cocktail sauce, and fresh lemon. The service was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable staff who were happy to recommend the best options based on taste preferences. The atmosphere was lively but relaxed, making it a great spot to enjoy seafood with friends or on a date. They also had a solid drink menu, with crisp white wines and craft beers that paired perfectly with the oysters. Prices were reasonable considering the quality, and I’ll definitely be coming back for more. Highly recommend!

What an experience! I had no idea what I had gotten myself into when a co-worker recommended Lee & Ricks to this out-of-towner! I'd wanted some fresh seafood and boy did I get some! A worn cement bar greets you and fills up most of the establishment, which is where I'd recommend you sit as that is where the action is. Tiffany immediately served me a whole sleeve of saltines and some squeeze bottles (lemon juice, cocktail sauce and hot sauce). I asked her what sort of beer she had on tap and she listed 3 options and asked if I wanted a half- or full-pitcher. When I cautiously said the half-pitcher, she said good choice because it's $5 for the half-pitcher but $3 for the mug! Honestly, I am not much into oysters, much less raw oysters so I ordered the steamed seafood platter (just under $30). When the enormous platter arrived, I noticed there were no utensils and checked with Tiffany if it is an "all hands" meal. She laughingly but politely asked if I wanted a crab fork which I declined wanting the full experience. The seafood was super fresh, hot and delicious! So many different kinds (crab, crayfish, mussels, clams, shrimp with corn & potatoes too!) and huge tubs of melted butter! Tiffany asked if I wanted to try an oyster and I figured why not? She shucked one for me right there and it made me regret not getting the bucket of oysters! Super fresh and yummy, reminded me of the sea in a good way. This place isn't for the timid, but it does have a variety of fresh and delicious seafood! And Tiffany definitely elevated the oyster bar experience!

Love Lee and Ricks! We've been here a few times always saying we want to try more of their menu, but we always end up just ordering 2-3 buckets of oysters. We sit at the bar and they shuck the oysters right in front of you. They give you sleeves of crackers, horseradish, hot sauce, lemon juice, and cocktail sauce with your oysters. I've tried counting how many oysters are in a bucket, but it's always been anywhere from 30-40 or so oysters. Some were as big as my palm! The place looks a little old like it hasn't been remodeled in a long time, but the service is always terrific and whoever is shucking your oysters is always hilarious and fun to talk to.

What a fun spot. The shuck at the bar vibe is legit. The oysters were super fresh. My husband loved his fried shrimp basket. I got the boil and in retrospect should have just gotten some more oysters. Overall it was a good time and we will come back when in the area again.

Always the best oysters in town! We've been coming for years and loving them every time. Real old Florida here

My connection to Lee & Rick's Oyster Bar goes back to the 1980s, when my neighbor's grandmother returned from Florida wearing a T-shirt that said, "I Eat 'Em Raw." I thought it was the greatest thing. She later gave me that shirt, and I wore it all the time. While driving through the area recently, I decided--this is the day! I finally stopped in for lunch and to buy a new version of that iconic T-shirt. It wasn't the same color, but that didn't matter--I had to have it. I was also incredibly grateful that they allowed me to have my dog with me--thank you for that! I ordered the catfish with fries, and let me tell you--it was superb. Light, flaky, and perfectly cooked. I finished the entire meal, which is rare for me! If and when I'm back in the area, I'll stop by again for that catfish. Shoutout to my server, who was super friendly--I'm sorry I didn't catch your name!

The oysters on the half shell were big, flavorful and delicious. I can't remember having fresh oysters this big. You need to sit at the oyster bar to order and consume these delicious oysters. It was very cool when they brought a sleeve or two of saltine crackers with our oysters. Service was fabulous and we were well taken care of at the oyster bar. Pitcher of beer and sodas for the girls. I would officially say Lee and Rick's is a dive. But that's a good thing b

Servers were friendly. The host/cashier lady was not. The cocktail sauce was amazing, best I've had. The catfish had no real flavor other than it was fishy, super fishy. Wasn't great.

If you're visiting the Orlando area looking for good oysters that won't break the bank (cheap compared to many other establishments in town)...go to Lee and Ricks. This holw in the wall restaurant modeled to look like a boat is in serious need of updating. The small entryway into the front door dawned a wasp nest with live wasps the day we visited in May 2025, so that was a bit worrying. The service was lacking for the emptiness of the dining room, but in our servers' defense, she was shucking oysters and using the oven to cook orders. Short staffed? I enjoyed the ice cold raw oysters and the medium well cooked ones. They were cleaned well and fresh. They come with horseradish, lemon slices, hot sauce and cocktail sauce. We enjoyed the complimentary crackers they provide while you wait on your meal. The homemade cocktail sauce is the bomb and we used 1/2 the bottle. My bro-in-law got the catfish and stated it was fishy, but he ate every last bit, so I guess it was still tasty. My hub got the fried white fish. It was breaded and seasoned well and tasted fresh. I also got hushpuppies. Gotta have them with fish!

Been coming here for years. Food is always good, fresh and tasty. Wait staff is always friendly and polite. Beer is the coldest in town. Highly recommended.

Ugh. Lee and Rick's. Been around like 4 ever. So everyone just goes 5 stars. Well not me, oysters were good, rest of the menu is fried food and I've had better at long john silvers. Sorry ya'll, it's not anything special.

So I have a large list of restaurants that win Best Of awards, and I'll RNG for where to eat on the weekends. One recent weekend, I rolled for Lee and Ricks! I had never heard of it, but when I got to exploring the website, I learned all about its rich history and how ingrained it was to the local community. Well, finding diamonds in the rough like this really get me excited, I was ready! We pull up, see this shanty town looking shack, and my excitement turns up to 11. I always negatively correlate appearance to quality of food. Fancy places make be suspicious, but places like this, I know there's good food within. So anyway, we go inside and see a dining reminiscent of the inside of a tugboat. Dark and nautical and a bar lined with ice and oysters. Very cool. We take our seat in a nearby booth, and start checking out the menu. I got some sweet tea to sip on while I browsed, and boy it was sweeeet. So be forewarned. Also, after we ordered, we got a whole sleeve of saltine crackers to munch on, which was very nice. Very Olive Garden and Red Lobster-like. It also went well with our entrees. I ordered the Steamed Seafood Platter (Shrimp, snow crab, mussels, crawfish, clams, corn & potatoes). I had been craving a seafood boil for a longgg time, so I jumped on the opportunity. It was a very good seafood boil for the Orlando area. Everything was a little overcooked and a tad big rubbery, but the seasoning was on point. I also got the chance to eat some of the Seafood Combination Platter (Fried shrimp, clam strips, krab cakes and fish. Captain size portions served with French Fries and ). In terms of seafood platters, this one was a much better example of a fried sampler. Everything was crispy and not oily or anything. Amazing shrimps. Definitely need that coleslaw to help break up all that heavy fried. Overall, this place has all the bravado of being a local legend, and I'm so glad that's been able to stay open after all these decades. I had a good time, I had a good meal, and I'm glad I came.

Now I wasn't a fan at all of raw oysters until recently! After trying them at another place I kept hearing that I must go to the best place in Orlando for oysters, Lee & Rick's . This place is legendary here from what I've been told. So I decided to check them out . The prices were awesome and the menu is very straightforward. I ordered a dozen of oysters steamed , they are MP so it was about $29 dollars for a dozen . I also ordered a half dozen of steamed peel and eat shrimp which is cooked in butter. They bring you out a roll of crackers and a thing of hot sauce . The guy shucked the oysters as he laid them on the table. I paired it with a lemonade and I was very satisfied. This place smells just like what you can expect from an oyster bar. The customer service was great and service was fast. I left full and spent less than $50 for what I got. I would def go back . There was hole right by the bar for me to drop my shells which I loved. Def check this spot out if you haven't already for your oyster satisfaction.

A place I remember with fond memories from when I lived in Orlando in my 20s. Food and atmosphere was always good.

Hands down the best oyster place in Orlando. Inly downside is It's a small restaurant and it's not fancy or too appealing inside. But that all adds to the theme. If you sit at the bar you can get the bucket specials which is a great deal on oysters and they chuck it in front of you. The oysters are always fresh, great tasting, and big in size. Other than the oysters, the peel and eat shrimp steamed and wings are delicious.

Pros: I absolutely love the rich history of the place, and hearing about how much the place is still thriving even with everything being virtually the same as when they opened. I appreciate the complimentary saltine crackers. They're useful to munch on as an appetizer And as an hors d'oeuvre maker when your seafood comes. The portions certainly are enough to fill you up! The service was great. We had a really nice lady who kept the drinks flowing. Cons: The steamed plate we got was definitely overcooked. Shame. Tips: Get the Seafood Combination Platter! It's a good way to get a little bit of everything.

My favorite little treat!! John was an absolute gem of a server and I will definitely be back to see him! Tonight I had a bucket raw and a half dozen steamed and they were both fabulous. Love seeing thus place get a little busy on a Tuesday night, the love and support is so deserved.

Great little hole in the wall. Nothing fancy, just belly up to the bar for awesome fresh oysters. Service was fine, but again it's nothing fancy however that just adds to the allure. Next time I'm in Orlando I'll be back.

Felt like a couple dozen oysters & steamed clams, so stopped in to an old favorite spot, as always, fresh ice cold oysters & beer. Steamed clams, a little chewy, chow'd delish as always. Jennifer was great, kept the oysters coming & kept the mugs full, great service, atmosphere, just a great raw bar, concrete & tile the vibe is half the fun. Do yourself a favor & stop if u like oysters & steamed seafood.

Our bucket of oysters was 42 oysters strong. They were fresh from the Gulf of Texas and huge. It is a really cool concept. You sit at a bar and there is a trough with a trash can in front of you for you to toss your shells in. Your server is also your oyster shucker which is great because that's hard work. She was super nice and friendly. We enjoyed chatting with her while we ate. They provide hot sauce, cocktail sauce, lemon juice, horseradish, and butter to dress your oysters with. This particular batch was a little sweet and went well with horseradish, cocktail sauce, and lemon juice. Great experience and excellent fresh oysters. You definitely should check this out the next time you're in Orlando.

I found this oyster bar a few years back when I was living in the area. It's a hole in the wall oyster&seafood spot with no frills and very VERY reasonable pricing. They have a bucket of oysters offering at the bar where you watch the phenomenal staff shuck some incredibly large oysters and place them on the bar with all the different accoutrements one would expect! The oysters are absolutely fresh and delicious for such a phenomenal price! Don't expect fancy cocktails but you can get beer and wine at an incredibly reasonable price. Fast forward almost 5 years later. I returned to Orlando and knew I'd be remiss if i didn't stop by Lee and Rick's to binge on oysters. Everything was exactly as I remember including the reasonable prices and large, fresh and delicious oysters. Our wonderful server Jennifer was such a boss shucking these large oysters and the overall service was phenomenal. It's amazing how 5 years later, it is exactly as I remember but you know what they say, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it"! If you're ever in Orlando and want a super laid back spot to slurp on oysters and some beer without breaking bank, you have to check out Lee and Rick's Oyster Bar!

This spot is so cool. I had fried alligator, which was delicious, and also a bunch of oysters. I liked that everyone was a convict - the service was super nice. Would definitely make a point to come back

AMAZING OYSTERS. this place has a casual local feel, OG raw bar type spot. beer and wine only. We tried the oysters and ended up getting 36 of them plus the crab cakes, which were good as well. Haven't been able to stop thinking about the oysters. They were the biggest I've ever had and we will be coming back a second time in 3 days before we leave Orlando. we were gonna go back yesterday, but unfortunately they do close at 10 PM.

It's been a few years since I've visited Lee and Rick's so I'm glad they stand by the motto, if it ain't broke don't fix it! These oysters were so huge omg! We ordered 2 buckets, one raw and the other steamed. We also had the steamed shrimp. This seafood is so fresh! It's like they have a boat in the back bringing the seafood fresh out of the water. The service was amazing! Our waitress was a small young lady but she shucked those oysters like nobody's business lol. We unlocked the cheat code and purchased a small order of sauce from EZ crab down the street and dipped the shrimp in it. I could eat like this everyday. No wonder this place is a staple in Orlando. They never miss!

Great place! Definitely has an old school vibe which goes with the charm of a place that's been around as long as they've been! Oysters are always fresh and delicious! I only go for the oysters and sit at the bar where they shuck the oysters right in front of you!

What an amazing-inexpensive experience! If you're craving oysters, raw or steamed, this is the place here people. John was our oyster shucker for the night. He was very friendly and informative which made it easy for us first timers. He was working through a tooth ache but still gave top notch customer service! John I hope you got your tooth fixed!! Mahalo

Visited on a Wednesday evening and there wasn't too many people. I got the oyster bucket for $35 and it was so fresh. You can only get the bucket if you sit at the bar, I definitely recommend and it's worth it! I also got the the fried calamari and soup of the day (clam chowder)

Tricia the waitress is such a joy and she is so kind. I love her and appreciate the service!

Don't be concerned with a bit of love showing on the exterior, the jewels are on the inside in the form of great food and great folks. The massive bars dominate the restaurants to allow for oyster lovers to enjoy the sight of fresh shucked oysters in any quantity right in front of you. And as you can observe, seafood lovers have crammed into Lee & Ricks for almost 75 years, and still going strong. The prices are very reasonable and the servers are delightful. My I suggest the clam chowder. Oh, and ask for Jennifer.

Old school oyster bar. Established circa 1950s. Great service, great oysters, low key.

Not going to lie it looks sketchy but all the best places are! I was apprehensive to walk in because of how narrow and dark the entrance was but once you step in everyone is so nice and welcoming, KELLEN is the man! He was so personable and friendly. I was nervous about someone I don't know watching me slurp down oysters lol but it was an amazing experience and the food was amazing, I'm only in town for 4 days and I'm planning on going back tomorrow and spending all day there, also the prices where very reasonable. Give it a try

This was a gem of a local spot to find. The staff was awesome and very accommodating. If your in the area and want great food and hospitality at a good price this is the place to go!

We visited Lee and Rick's on a Saturday night around 8:30pm. It wasn't too busy. We sat at the bar immediately. Our server immediately helped us to some drinks and took our order; we got a dozen oysters and the seafood steamer. The oysters came out immediately and our server did an excellent job of shucking them as we enjoyed them. They were delicious and came with a healthy serving of horseradish and lemon slices. We really enjoyed them! I do wish we'd had plates or something to put them on since they weren't that well washed. There was a lot of dirt on the outside and they got the counter dirty. The napkins weren't super heavy duty so it was hard to clean it off. The seafood steamer was a bit of a let down. It was overall under seasoned and overdone. It had clams, mussels, crab, shrimp, crawfish, corn, and potatoes. We expected more food than we got. All the seafood except for the crab was on the rubbery side. The corn was honestly the best part, but it needed some salt and pepper. We couldn't find our server anywhere, so we asked someone else for salt and pepper. She said she'd bring it but didn't. I also wish we had plates since we were splitting our food, but we were sharing the big basket it came in. We also needed much more butter since we wanted to pour it on the corn, but we couldn't get anyone's attention to ask. We waited about 30 more minutes for our server to come back to ask for the check, but she didn't. My friend went and found her to ask for it and then we paid and left. I think that the poor service was mostly a symptom of us going in so late and close to closing, but it's hard to close without letting people pay. I didn't have good feelings about the cleanliness of the eating area. I loved the decor, and the oysters were great, but overall I wouldn't go back.

Well, to begin, I want to start off by saying I WANTED to like this place (badly). I thought this was a hole in the wall, a golden nugget waiting to be discovered but boy was I wrong. The ambiance was trash. The interior is extremely outdated and not in a cool retro dive bar type of way. The counters were all chipped with paint, the floors are filthy, flies were everywhere , and you will definitely be greeted by the smell of lake oysters (if that's what ur into). And if u like hot water and soda (since they apparently had no ice...IN AN OYSTER BAR, be my guest. These oysters are filthy. Straight out of a dirt pile or something. They are not washed, when chucked they place it on the filthy counter, no plates, and you can enjoy a bland, way too big for comfort oysters topped with some nice freaking dirt. ****NO AMOUNT OF LEMON, HORSE RADISH, HOT SAUCE WILL COVER UP THE NASTINESS. Me and my boyfriend were dreading to burp the rest of the night as we kept being reminded of the horrific oyster taste....traumatic.

A Lyft driver in Ormond Beach told me about this place a year ago. I kept it in mind until I had the opportunity to visit when flying into MCO last week. Loved the old-school ambience, regulars, and highly experienced oyster shuckers. Ordered a dozen raw oysters and they were delicious. A little briny, soft, and large. Added an order of hush puppies and a beer to go with it. Would have stayed longer, but had to drive to Palm Coast that evening. Can't wait to go back with friends.

IF You are Oyster Lovers, Aficionados or just Love Fresh Raw Seafood this is the place. We were Fortunate enough to visit and partake of an absolute Feast of Fresh Succulent Raw Oysters. 2 Beers and 3 Buckets of Freshly Shucked Raw Oysters and I was in Seafood Heaven. Older, Original Functional, Practical Decor, NO White Tablecloths here. DO NOT MISS an OPPORTUNITY to Partake.

I went on a Saturday afternoon around 3pm. The place surprisingly has quite a few people already. You walk in and find a place to sit yourself, no need to wait for the host. If you want the bucket of oysters, you'll need to sit at the bar. The bucket is a great deal and the oysters are very fresh. I definitely recommend this place and will come again next time I'm visiting Orlando.

Iconic old Orlando spot. The oysters are fresh and delicious and won't break the bank. It's a real experience I couldn't recommend it enough.

Place is awesome! Great vibe and awesome staff. The oysters are huge and delicious!!! And you can't beat the price of things! $3 beers!

I've been here every time I visit Orlando... hands down the best oyster spot I've ever been to. Service is wonderful... it's just a cool place to be!

came with a group and sat at the bar. we ordered 3 buckets of oysters for 6 people and that was more than enough, so many oysters!! it was a really fun experience for any oyster lovers

If you ever run into Dustin while dining here, sit back and enjoy; you're in good hands. The most genuine man who is passionate about his craft, will guarantee you a wonderful oyster tasting experience. The fresh, chubby and juicy oysters are without a doubt 10/10. Price is very reasonable in today's economy.

The oysters were huge and very tasty! Old school joint, buckets shucked as you ate them! Domestic draft pitchers round out this classic experience.

This place is absolutely incredible! The fresh oysters are always top-notch, and the people here are wonderfully friendly. It's truly a fantastic experience every time!

Im always looking for good quality & good priced oyster places. Saw this one on Yelp looking for a spot while visiting a friend in Orlando. As soon as I walked in i knew it was gonna be an experience. It definitely was, a great one for sure. Kellen was our server, very attentive and nice. Authentic place that has been open over 70 years, nothing fancy at all, but part of the experience and loved it for what it is. The oysters were fresh, very good price. Definitely going back.

This place is one of Orlando's oldest hidden gems and for a good reason. Their oysters are served even by the bucket and they shuck them right there in front of you. Their fried seafood is also fire and I highly recommend that too. I love their bar and I also opt to sit there

What a unique seafood shack! From the fresh seafood to the very kind and patient workers, this place is a gem! Although I am not an oyster fan myself, I can definitely still appreciate this experience. Be sure to sit by the bar because they'll shuck the oysters right in front of you. It cannot get any better than that for all my seafood lovers out there! I ordered the Golden Fried Fantail Shrimp bucket and that was divine. The shrimp was perfectly golden and was amazing with the tar tar sauce. The portions were very generous. I did try an oyster and I can tell it was good quality, but not for me haha. I can't wait to come back and take my dad here!

Must try, hole in the wall. Food was fantastic, bartenders/shuckers were great to talk too. 10/10 would do again

WOW Raw oysters in a ice bucket!! The size may not be large but the portion is good for 3. It really is great service of them hand opening the oysters. not to mention the whole restaurant is decorated as a ship, the place is nice and chill.

I had the seafood platter and it was a -10/10 it was dry and flavorless. The service was a -100/10 she had a attitude. I will NEVER EVER COME HERE AGAIN!!!! This app made me click a rating, if it was up to me the rating would've been a zero!