Malpeque Oyster Barn

Amazing food - very busy reservations recommended! The food is really great here I think the only thing going against is that it is a smaller restaurant in size so very limited in seating. Service was good staff is friendly and quick. Visiting from Ontario - my boyfriend and I shared the mussels with house sauce, 1/2 dozen large oysters, fish cakes and scallop skillet! everything was delicious 🤤 and I will be thinking about it forever! I knew the mussels and oysters would be great but was really blown away by how good the fish cakes were - they are seasoned phenomenally! Very pleasant visit and so stoked I got to try it out 🦪🎣😋

Everything was great except for our first moment in the restaurant. We arrived without a reservation and the hostess placing us seemed a little annoyed that we hadn’t called ahead. Though there were a couple of other tables for 2, she had us seated at one right against the oyster bar and partially tucked under the overhang atop the bar …the worst table in the house though there were others that sat open. That said, the servers that attended us were bright and happy with smart suggestions for us. They were absolutely lovely!! I would strongly suggest you go and have a great meal there, just call ahead 😉 PS: if there’s a ‘cocktail oyster’ deal, grab it. Thee shells look a little small but there’s a nice outer inside (12 for $20).

After biking the Confederation Trail for about 5hr in a heatwave, we arrived at Cabot Bay camp and there is only one place to get food and it's in a literal barn. Expectations were low. But holy! This place was amazing! The staff were lovely, the food tasted amazing and was plated really well. We had oysters (didn't think we liked them prior to this, but these were great!), scallops, fish burger and crisp cold drinks in chilled glasses. Affordable. They serve a very small amt of ppl at a time, note: MAKE A RESERVATION so you don't get turned away. All-around it was one of my culinary highlights on our trip to PEI.

It doesn’t get fresher than this! The oysters were absolutely delicious here, and it was so cool looking out the windows to see the boats that had caught the oysters just earlier that day! All the food was fabulous, even as someone who doesn’t LOVE seafood, I really enjoyed the seafood here. One thing though, if you’re vegetarian, you probably won’t find too many options here (unless you want a dinner of fries). Also, if you’ve read the book ‘This Summer will be different’ by Carley Fortune- this place is mentioned in it! There’s little awards on the wall showing the oyster shucking competition winners. Lastly, this place is TINY, so you may have to wait a while, but the service is really friendly and they have some cool sauces they sell that you can check out while waiting :)

Tried fried oysters for the first time! Amazing. We also got the fish taco with a fresh salad and scallops with a salad. The scallops were fresh, not frozen and they were huge! It’s recommended to call ahead to make a reservation as they can only seat a limited number of people. This is a must visit in PEI.

Fantastically fresh oysters and seafood in a comfortable and casual atmosphere, overlooking Malpeque Bay. We ordered 3 dozen medium oysters, a dozen quahogs, mussels, and seafood chowder, and I tried a couple of beers. Oysters were beautifully fresh and briny, quahogs were sweet and addictive, mussels were garlicky, buttery and delicious. The chowder was a little thin for my liking, but my wife loved it! Service was friendly and prompt. Overall, a lovely experience! Recommended!

Wonderful oyster bar right on the harbour . It's the only place there so it's hard to miss. It's a small place so reservations are recommended but they did accommodate us without one. The large oysters were amazing, incredibly soft and slightly briney and the house sauce that they provided went very well with them . The fish cakes were outstanding with a crispy outer and very flavourful and savory fish inside. We also had the fish tacos which were also delicious and a baked potato. A must try place if you ever come to PEI.

Waitresses were excellent and very patient and friendly. Small Restaurant with 8 small tables that held 2-4 people each. Our raw oysters, lobster roll and mussels were very fresh. Wish we could order bigger raw oysters (not available). Mussels need to be soaked in water for 1-2 days so that they could spit out the sand. Shells were big but flesh were pretty small. Fish, lobsters, tiny scallopes & potatoes were ingredients of chowder. It tasted good but a bit thin. My husband tried pan fried obster sandwich but didn't like it. I loved the lobster roll with its freshness but prefered more salad that came with it. Overall great tasting experience except mussels come with sand & small flesh.

Small resto near the oyster fishing location! Great service too! We tried all fresh and tasty food: a dozen of their raw small oysters, pan-fried oysters, mussels and fish taco! Their rhubarb crumble pie is yummy too!

Food 100% service fast but not rushed ambiance quaint. Owner even sold us some of her own canned chow!

Make a reservation before even coming. We made the mistake of not doing that and we had to wait an hour, but there is a nice beach nearby to spend the time. We had the oysters, mussels, fish cake and scallops. The best part of the meal was the mussels in house seasoning. They were just sooooo good and well flavored. The runner up with the fish cakes, which were packed full of fish and barely held together with the potato mix. It was pan fried so that it had a crust of flavor on the outside while being tender and soft inside. It was one pricey meal, but worth the experience of having everything sourced so locally!

Heard all about the raving reviews and decided to come here... But unfortunately left quite disappointed. We ordered a couple items to share, but nothing really stood out to me. Half a Dozen Oysters: Honestly, I've had better oysters in Toronto. The one I had was pathetically limp, and not at all flavourful. There also wasn't any briny taste whatsoever. My family had better feedback for theirs, so perhaps it was a one off incidence. Steamed Mussels: Honestly can't go wrong with ordering this dish, as the entire island does a pretty good job of cooking mussels! The broth was flavourful and rich, and quite compatible with the mussels. Seared Scallops: We got a Caesar salad as the side, and it was delicious! The bacon bits were quite prominent in flavour, and the restaurant was very generous with the amount of parmesan cheese. The scallops themselves were quite good too, though I found the caramelized onions to overpower their tastes a bit. Fish Taco: The fish was breaded and fried quite nicely, and the condiments added a pop and depth of flavour. We chose the garden salad as an accompaniment, and I was instantly taken away by the beautiful colours! There were gorgeous shades of purple and pink, and the edible flowers made this salad almost too pretty to eat! It was a lighter salad, but still undeniably delicious. This place is awful small, so be prepared for a wait. They do have a takeout counter at the lower level, where prices are significantly cheaper for their seafood (like their oysters and clams). Be prepared also for some attitude; though our waitress was nice, we witnessed firsthand how feisty she could get when a customer sat himself down without her permission!

You need a reservation! The place is too small so you need to call ahead for a table. The oysters and mussels are to die for. I also like their fried oysters. Their mussels are a bit too pricey compared to other places I had in PEI. I highly recommend this place if you're in PEI!

Love the rustic barn feel with a nice waitress. Amazing raw clams (so hard to find) and oysters. Pan fried oysters were surprisingly delicious. Unfortunately the hostess refused to seat us not even 5 minutes before our reservation and asked us to leave after 1h15min as our meal as our time was up? Not aware of the short time limit? Hence, didn't get to try dessert.

This is our local go to restaurant year after year after year. The most gorgeous views in the most amazing location on PEI. Yes the oysters are phenomenal but have you tried their MUSSELS?!! Best ever House recipe!! BIG and tender and mouth watering delish!! I love this place and so glad it's right around the corner :) All my friends and fam visiting agree that it's a MUST eat at spot on PEI.

Amazing. Small, and local- you feel like you have uncovered a hidden gem when you're here. Options are delicious.. and not fussy. Staff is very knowledgeable and super friendly. Make reservations if you can as they fill up fast! The Malpeques were so sweet and tasty and the house mignonette was a perfect compliment. Next time we might bring our own bread to soak up the juice from the mussels it was so delicious!

We stopped in for lunch midweek during the busy summer season. The restaurant is upstairs, above the seafood market. There are only about ten tables and they are all for two or four people. It was quiet so we were able to be seated right away, but typically there is a line to eat here. We ordered two dozen oysters and two glasses of wine. The oysters are beautifully plated and absolutely delicious, and included house-made sauces and a rhubarb mignonette. A must if you are in Malpeque.

This is a hidden gem! It took us a few minutes to find the right building. The restaurant is small and we had waited for 15 minutes for a table of four. Upstairs is the dining area and ground level is the takeout cashier counter. Oysters are great - the home of Malpeque oysters. Worth to pay a visit.

The freshest oysters I have had hands down! Probably the freshest you will have short of fishing them out yourself and shucking them. Try their mussels ...... family recipe and they are delish! This is tiny gem, and worth a stop if your on the road.

I eat a lot of Malepeque oysters in Toronto, and thought I oughta eat some fresh from the source. I'm so sad to say it was disappointing. It was MORE expensive than in Toronto (East36 does a buck a shuck for the same sizes), and it was about the same amount of freshness. I'm very picky about the freshness of oysters, but really, the ones at this restaurant were similar to the city, which doesn't make sense at all.

This is a delightful place for a date night after a day at Cabot Beach. We had the fresh raw oysters (which were excellently prepared and shucked), the fried oysters (best we have ever had so delicate and not over done at all) and the fish burger (also excellent and truly amazing value to be honest). The thing we appreciated and did not expect was how well the sides are also prepared. The green salad had pickled onions and colourful edible flowers--far beyond expectations.

Until I sat down at the table, in Malpeque, PEI, on Malpeque Wharf Road, along the shores of Malpeque Bay, I never had the stones to eat a raw oyster. But here, I summoned my best "When In Malpeque" courage and ordered two small Malpeque oysters. A spritz of lemon juice on top of the oyster, and down the hatch. Incredible, unforgettable. Delicious. pristine. One of my life's best food experiences. Time went by. The wind picked up along the wharf. The tide ebbed. The sun softly set across the bay. Darkness came. I closed my eyes, and licked my lips, where the flavors of Malpeque lingered still. This small restaurant is located above a spartan retail seafood market. The service is warm and friendly, not quick. The prices are fair, not a bargain. The raw bar, the reason you are here, is worth the trip.

We made a booking for 5 and were put in a very small table with an empty restaurant... we asked to get a table near a window and we're refused but another guest did asked and got it. Food was average - baked potatoes not cooked well. Fish cakes with very little fish. Scallops were good. Believe some improvements could be done. Maybe an issue with COVID?

What's a better place than trying the PEI famous Malpeque oysters at its home? This place is definitely worth a try if you are around the area. A little fishing harbor with very nice scenery. Tried the local quahog clams, oysters, mussels, lobster roll and chowder. All are amazingly fresh. Also enjoyed the local PEI blueberry beer together. Which is a nice touch. The only star being taken off for price. It isn't any cheaper than having the same thing in Toronto. Thought it would be better value having the food at their home.

Honestly I can't understand why there wouldn't be a line out the door around the clock at this place. Located in the town of Malpeque, needless to say the oysters are world class. They purchase their oysters and mussels fresh off the dock on alternate days so they are always at their freshest. We ordered one dozen choice small and one dozen choice large oysters. They were extremely flavourful and tender. I would tend to lean towards the small as the large can be a bit of a mouthful. We also ordered the pan fried haddock and a strawberry shortcake for dessert. The haddock was good but not the star of the show, the shortcake was out of the world. Definitely the best that I have ever had in my life! Typically I'm not a big fan of strawberry shortcake as I find the cake spongy and dry. This shortcake was amazing, moist, yet crisp on the outside, just mind blowing. Add the fresh island strawberry, which they pick-up daily from a local farm, and fresh whipped cream and this dish absolutely hits it out of the park. On our second visit we ordered the mussels with their house sauce. They were outstanding. The thing about Malpeque Oyster Barn is that they produce outstanding food, not by employing world renowned chefs who dream up elaborate recipe incorporating espuma or never heard of ingredients. Here, they keep it simple and stick to what they know. Fresh local ingredients that were growing in the wild the day before find them selves delivered to your plate. A formula that you just can't beat. If you are in PEI you must come and eat here. yes you can find Malpeque oysters throughout the island, but I think that it is worth coming to the source. And if you are not in PEI and you love oysters and/or strawberry shortcake you must get on a plane, boat or car and get over here ASAP, additionally PEI is a beautiful place to visit and I haven't even mentioned the lobster yet...

A nice place to spend an afternoon or evening with friends and good food!! The recipes are honest and simple but the taste is out of this world. Everything is so fresh and the staff is so friendly and pleasant I'd eat here more often if I didn't live thousands of km away. Every time I'm in PEI though this is a must do. Make the trek to the Oyster Barn, you won't be disappointed you did!!

Seriously delicious food with amazingly friendly service. Wish I could eat here on a regular basis. Might be planning a return visit to PEI just so I can eat here again.

Small place at which you may have to reserve (or call ahead). Oysters are definitively the reason to go there. The shucker is among the fastest one in north america (awards on the wall). the strawberry dessert is worth it also. Do not have more expectations with the other items (chowder, mussels etc) are better prepared elsewhere. FYI: Malpeque community centre is one of the last places on the island to hold dinner for a more local experience and is not that far from the barn.

The quaint little cafe is located upstairs in the barn and is peppered with a few tables. Had to wait about 30 min, so we decided to explore Cabot beach, down the road. So glad we did! Beach was beautiful and not very populated. Remember to bring the bug spray this time of night. Just enough time to return to the restaurant for our table. Fried oysters were absolutely delicious! Also enjoyed the fish taco and scallops. Would probably order the oyster Po boy if we have a chance to return.

The first thing to keep in mind is that the Oyster Barn is worth the trip. The second thing is that it isn't where Yelp shows it on the map. Kensington may be its mailing address, but it's actually located 4 kms away on the Malpeque harbour pier. A small sign in Kensington points the way and a second sign tells you there's still 2 kms to go. But there's a little jog in the road that isn't marked and if you keep driving straight you end up on a dirt road. Turn left before you get there, then right and you'll find it by the harbour on the road to the Provincial Park. So. Oysters. You can look out the window of the restaurant and see the boats that they came in on that same morning. Small and large sized. As fresh as you can get and with a briny sea taste that somehow seems to fade when they're shipped across the country. We had six of each and they were delicious. There are a number of other seafood items: mussels, fish, scallops; pan fried, deep fried, on a bun, in a roll up, in a taco. All good. But the mussels, cooked in the house broth were unique. Our server wouldn't reveal the secret, but I would guess that salt and butter figured more prominately than in other typical broths. They were absolutely delicious and I devoured them like eating a bag of chips. The wait staff are friendly and will tell you the full story of sourcing their products. Not to be missed.

LOVED the fresh oysters and Mussels. Staff was so friendly and happy. Wait times can be long, make reservations! Everything we had was good.

We stopped here on our way back from a tour of North Cape Coastal area. We called ahead for reservations even though it was a Monday afternoon. We were able to score a nice table by the window. The waitress said they were booked until 8 pm so it was good that we called for a reservation. We ordered a half dozen each of the small and medium oysters - they were creamy and fresh. Malpeque oysters are some of the best so what else can I say? We also had the mussels (large-house sauce) and fish tacos. The mussels were tasty and the fish in the tacos light and flaky. The 'taco shell' more resembled a piece of naan than a soft flour taco. We used the taco shell to soak up the liquid in the mussel bowl - a toasted piece of garlic bread would have been a nice touch for the mussels. They also offer a variety of wines and local beers. The servers were friendly and the atmosphere 'relaxed'. The oysters were pricey but the rest of the items were on par with other island restaurants. Definitely worth the drive - give it a try.

The best oysters ever. Nothing more to say. Simply the best. I ordered the small and they were huge...

Added a night in Malpeque just to go to the Oyster Barn. Made reservations to get the two top table under the window. You should too. The oysters were super fresh ... harvested that morning, the steam mussels in the house sauce were spectacular and the pan fried oysters were exceptional. We had eaten enough and passed on dessert but the rhubarb crisp sounded like something I would enjoy. The desserts are house made. When on PEI, head to Malpeque, stay at Noble House and enjoy The Oyster Barn. .... forgot to take my phone, so no pics.

Our group of six ordered about 80% of the items on the menu, and they were all good - yes, we even ordered some seconds ;-) The fried oysters are incredible. This place is tiny but in a scenic corner, a lovely stop. Seafood lovers -- go! (And also Point Prim Cafe on the other side of PEI.)

Nice people. Great oysters, both small and large Mussels in house broth was great. Beer on tap.

Quaint, charming restaurant. Make a reservation! We were a party of 6 and almost filled the restaurant. We had raw oysters (freshest I've ever had), the po'boy, the mussels, and lobster roll. Kids had grilled cheese and hot dog. The owner or manager stopped at our table to chat. The serving staff were so accommodating and gracious with the kids. We tried to make reservations to go back a second time but they couldn't seat us at a time that would work for us. Sad to miss out on a second dinner there but so glad we had the good fortune to have such a delicious dinner there once.

Extremely fresh and clean oysters! We stumbled upon this place a few years ago and keep coming back. Haven't had better oysters and I live in New England

Went here after Labor Day so the Island was winding down. This place was pretty good. I had the fish cakes (3/5), which tasted great but did not have all that much fish. The halved baked potato was nicely garnished but served too cold to start with. We sat at the middle 4-top table (just 2 of us) and the air conditioning breeze cooled things off too much (don't sit there, ask for something along wall, or better, right at the window overlooking the water). She had the scallops, which she says were 5/5. Raw oysters were cold and (of course) fresh, and typically delicious for PEI. Caesar salad was great.

Great, quaint seafood restaurant! We had pan fried oysters, 1/2 dozen small oysters, 1/2 dozen large oysters, and the chicken Caesar salad with Gahan blueberry ale. Everything was fresh and delicious! We were able to get a reservation on the same day, but we definitely recommend getting one as there are a limited number of tables. Note: this restaurant is in Malpeque, not Kensington like Yelp shows. Follow signs for the Malpeque Harbour and you'll find it near the boats.

Best oysters ever! Fresh and meaty. Malpeque oyster has always been my favourite kind. And this is the best place for it.

Amazing place, we come every year. The freshest oysters you'll ever have, shucked with perfection. The juice is preserved and no shell pieces. Very friendly staff. I've always wanted to make a reservation for the table near the window but never remember to. You'll wait about a half hour for a table but can walk around the harbor in the meantime. There is also a market on the first floor where you can buy fresh mussels, oysters, scallops to go.

BEST OYSTERS ever !! HIGHLY recommend - People are friendly - the Oysters are the freshest - sweet and delicious - A MUST do when visiting PEI

Food was OK. Portion sizes were so terrible I Have gotten more at Costco sample days. The Two pieces of fish were smaller than small rice crispy squares.The salad was very small.Had to get a combo at McDonald's when finished to fill up!

We ate dinner at the Malpeque Oyster Barn and loved it. Ordered several dishes including the raw oysters, pan fried oysters, steamed mussels and pan fried scallops. All were excellent, including the salads--the house salad was made with local greens. The pan fried oysters were to die for. Service was prompt and staff were friendly. The Oyster Barn is in a picturesque setting on a wharf with great views of the water and the lobster and oyster boats. Would definitely return.

Yes, the famous Malpeque oysters are fresh off the boat, and no, the Oyster Barn isn't as easy to find as you might think, at least for us. We got lost, albeit not for long, but the signage here is not great, so pay attention. It's worth it, because the Barn has some really fine briny Malpeques here. We ate several dozen, consumed a cold local brew with them, and even found room for some salad. But the lure is basically oysters. You can eat 'em upstairs in a small, very casual dining area with tables overlooking the bay (it fills up soon after the restaurant opens at 11 a.m.), or you can get 'em to go downstairs. Very nice. So why not five stars? Well, as other Yelpers have noted, the prices here are the same as you pay in big-city restaurants much farther away (like Toronto); seems to us that the proximity of boat to plate ought to count for a little discount at least. Still, we're happy we dropped by.

Cute place, friendly staff. Food is alright. Their "secret" mussel recipe was really basic.

Come here. Come here now! Get a dozen oysters and a large mussels order (house recipe) -- do not hesitate. It is delish! I want to come back here the rest of our stay. And we just might! Yum!

Ultra fresh oysters, packed in ice and opened in front of you. Ice cold beer. Fresh strawberry shortcake.

love this place. everything on the menu is great. fried oysters are the best. very small, so worthwhile calling ahead.