Melshell Oyster Shack

They’re my No.1 🥇🏆 — seriously the BEST oysters I’ve ever had!! Located in the middle of nowhere 🤣 with just a food truck and a small factory next to it. They even recycle oyster shells as sauce containers — so cute! 😍 There’s also an oyster wall you have to check out! Besides oysters, they also serve other seafood and the quality is top-notch too 👍💯 Honestly, they’re one of the biggest reasons I’d return to Tassie 🫶🏻 Unforgettable! 🦪 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗢𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿💰$𝟭𝟴 (𝟭/𝟮 𝗱𝗼𝘇𝗲𝗻) Their gold oysters are absolutely amazing! Super juicy, fatty, and fresh—you can literally taste the ocean! 🌊 We originally planned to try the silver ones too to compare, but they sold out so fast 😭 😳 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶 𝗦𝗮𝘂𝗰𝗲💰$𝟭𝟱 This one surprised me in the best way 🥹 It was my first time trying mussels served cold, and they turned out better than expected! The sweet chilli sauce pairs perfectly. We wanted to order more, but—yep, sold out again 😭 🐟 𝗕𝗕𝗤 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝗽💰$𝟭𝟬 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 They have a DIY BBQ option at your table where you can grill scallops, prawns, and oysters. Unfortunately, everything sold out quickly again, so we only managed to try the scallop. It was still delicious! The flavor is different from woodfire-grilled ones, but the BBQ version is still tasty—especially with the sauce and the bacon kebab on the side! 😋

Worth the long drive! Oysters were so fresh and yummy. Mussels were very good too. Skwered scallops w bacon delicious! We did the oyster tour before lunch and learnt how to shuck oysters! Cassie is such an exceptional host. Wonderful service! Enjoyed ourselves so much!! (Price indicated here is inclusive of oyster tour fees. Menu prices are very reasonable for such good oysters, for both silver n gold ones)

So glad we stumbled accords this gem. The oysters were sensational. Considering I’m from SA the bar was set pretty high however the bay oysters here were buttery and had some different flavours to offer. The ‘cook your own’ skewers was so cool, such a good idea. We sat up on the lookout at the other oyster leases in the water and ate our yummy lunch after a big day exploring Freycinet. Decent prices too. I loved all the old oyster shells stacked up everywhere.

The best and freshest oysters I’ve ever had in my life! The atmosphere was relaxing, with a great view. I’m so happy I found this place, and I absolutely loved the Nam Jim, aka Thai spicy seafood sauce (Spicy, sour, salty, and sweet). I’d highly recommend trying it. The staff were lovely and friendly, had a chat with her, and she was amazing!

Just amazing! The best oysters we've had so far! Such a beautiful little place! You can sit over looking the bay, the lady was so lovely, it is definitely a must visit if you're in the area! We were lucky to try the rare gold oysters as well, they were divine!

The best oysters we've ever had! This stop was one of the highlights of our two week roadtrip. We arrived early (about 10.30/11) and there was only one other couple there. Great spot setup with little chairs and tables scattered around. There's a cute caravan that you order from and the shed right next door to watch them shucking and buy some souvenirs. We sat up on the bank which overlooks the river enjoying our oysters and glass of Chardonnay. Highly recommend the nimjam dressing too, although not necessary with how unbelievably fresh and tasty the oysters are on their own!

Melshell Oyster Shack is worth the detour. You can eat the oysters while looking at where they're grown. They have two types - gold and silver and you can buy both and try them side by side. You can also have a beer or wine with your oyster selection. Beautiful views. This is a must do if you like oysters.

This is an absolute hidden gem!!! Love love loved it! The Oysters are awesome. Try both varieties, and you will not regret it.! It's a low-key, non-commercial operation that appears to be family run. Friendly, prices are not inflated, which is a lovely change. Loose the commercial hype and support local growers. This amazing family are a credit to Tasmanian tourism. I will be back, with more time, and will try one of everything on the menu 😀

This place serves up super yummy, huge and juicy pacific oysters. Extremely fresh. There are even tables overlooking the bay and their farming area. It's BYO so you can bring your own wine/ beer and they'll provide you glasses. What a good find and well worth the detour/ stopover along the way to Freycinet

Melshell oysters are delicious - large, creamy and succulent. The staff here are really friendly and will provide you with glasses if you want to BYO. There are some seating areas and sauces for you to dress your oysters. It's a nice scenic spot to smash a dozen oysters!