Oysters on the half shell at Parker's Garage
Barnegat Bay

The Oyster Co-op

Goodness on the Half Shell

We're investing in an oyster co-op just west of our docks on Barnegat Bay. Our goal is to bring back the bayman lifestyle to Long Beach Island while cleaning up the bay at the same time.

A single oyster filters up to 50 gallons of water per day. By cultivating oysters right here in Barnegat Bay, we're not just sourcing the freshest possible product for our raw bar, we're actively restoring the water quality and ecosystem that makes LBI what it is.

Hands holding fresh Parker's Oysters from Barnegat Bay

From Our Docks

Parker's Oyster

Our signature oyster is cultivated right here in Barnegat Bay. Pulled fresh from the water and landed directly at our dock, they make their way to our raw bar the same day. You can't get any fresher than that.

The Parker's Oyster carries the briny, clean character of Barnegat Bay, a true expression of the local waters that have defined Long Beach Island for generations.

The Mission

Bringing Back the Bayman

Long Beach Island was built by baymen, watermen who knew every tide, every channel, every mood of Barnegat Bay. That way of life has faded, but we believe it's worth bringing back.

The co-op is our commitment to that legacy. It's about more than oysters. It's about stewardship of the bay, supporting local watermen, and making sure future generations can enjoy these waters the same way we do.

Boat heading out on Barnegat Bay for the oyster harvest
Parker's raw bar with fresh oysters and lobster on ice

On The Menu

From Bay to Bar

Every oyster that comes through our raw bar is hand-selected for quality. When Parker's Oysters are in season, they're the first thing we put on ice — because there's nothing better than what's coming out of our own backyard.