Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)

Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)
Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)
Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)
Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)
Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)
Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)

Olympia Oysters (30 pcs)

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  • Description

    The only oyster truly native to the West coast, these little gems are small in stature but huge in flavor.

    Originally called the “Native Western” oyster, they were renamed in 1889 shortly after Washington received statehood. In a competition over the location of the state capital, those in favor of Olympia held a series of public meetings to persuade voters. At the culmination of these meetings, an oyster dinner was served. The oysters were so appealing that Olympia won the bid and from then on, they were known as Olympia oysters.

    The beginner half-shell eater might choose the little “Oly” as an introduction before progressing to larger varieties. But after developing a more sophisticated palate, they always humbly return to their beloved first slurp—the mighty Olympia oyster.

    Quantity: 30 count
    Flavor Profile: rich copper and mushrooms notes, with a celery salt brine and very lengthy finish on the palate
    Size: Approximately 1 - 1.5 inch shell

    !WARNING!

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The only oyster truly native to the West coast, these little gems are small in stature but huge in flavor.

Originally called the “Native Western” oyster, they were renamed in 1889 shortly after Washington received statehood. In a competition over the location of the state capital, those in favor of Olympia held a series of public meetings to persuade voters. At the culmination of these meetings, an oyster dinner was served. The oysters were so appealing that Olympia won the bid and from then on, they were known as Olympia oysters.

The beginner half-shell eater might choose the little “Oly” as an introduction before progressing to larger varieties. But after developing a more sophisticated palate, they always humbly return to their beloved first slurp—the mighty Olympia oyster.

Quantity: 30 count
Flavor Profile: rich copper and mushrooms notes, with a celery salt brine and very lengthy finish on the palate
Size: Approximately 1 - 1.5 inch shell

!WARNING!

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25 Reviews
  • 1

    Julius | Nov 17th 2024

    Not great.

    These were incredibly small as others have noted. The picture isn’t remotely representative of what we got - which were maybe nickel sized oysters with a muddy taste.

  • 1

    Krista Osborne | Apr 24th 2024

    Olympia Oysters order April 2024

    We have tried so many of the different oysters from Taylor Shellfish farm and last year got our first seeds of our own. When these Olympia Oysters arrived, we were a bit surprised, we thought they were seed oysters mistakenly sent. I have a photo we took with 16 of the 30 on a plate and a quarter on the plate--I certainly would have selected a different oyster and gladly paid the $20 more for the other types as this was truly not even part of a meal. Quality of service and delivery from Taylor Shellfish Farms has always been consistent and the seafood marvelous--just hopeful there is a better way to help customers understand these oysters are literally smaller than a quarter in size--great flavor but you better let them sit on your tongue for a few extra seconds because they aren't big enough to cover your palate. On to the next delicious oyster opportunity!!!!

  • 4

    Angela Higgins | Apr 16th 2024

    Osyters

    We order oysters and clams quite a few times through out the year. We live in Eastern Washington and they ship them. Always fresh and great. Highly recommend.

  • 2

    Lesli | Jan 18th 2024

    Hi, I ordered the Olympia oysters and thought I had got the flash sale of 15 more.

    We steamed them in beer and 14 of the oysters our of 30 would not open. I don't feel it was worth the price. I have gotten seafood for years at Taylor's. I was very disappointed with this order.

  • 2

    Bobby Heinson | Jan 4th 2024

    Oysters Delivered to Portland, OR

    I ordered a dozen Oysters as a special surprise for my wife on New Years Eve. As a long time fan of Taylor Shellfish, having lived in Seattle for years. I was honestly shocked at the poor quality of of the product as shipped. At least 5 oysters were dead and 5 were impossible to shuck despite our best efforts. Would not recommend.

  • 3

    Marc Sidell | Jan 3rd 2024

    Olympia Oysters

    Flavor was good and packaging was great. The oysters were beyond small, hard to shuck even as a seasoned shucker. There were about 12% duds. The truth is that the quality and taste get a A+. Just after eating, the bigger cousins, I am confident that Olympias are not for me and a waste of resources and effort. I grew up on Olympia's when I was much younger and I know they had to be reintroduced. Good thing we had other nice things for our pre New Year’s party. I want to make clear it is not a Taylor thing but an oyster type thing.

  • 5

    Curt | Jan 2nd 2024

    oysters

    The Olympias were outstanding. Only issue was they were a challenge to open being so small. Excellent oyster.

  • 4

    Karen Parker | Jan 2nd 2024

    Olympia oysters

    Our first time with these, our favorites are Kumamoto and Shigoku - we did really like the Olympia taste, but they were hard to shuck and maybe a little TOO small, even for me! Out of the 45, 2 were not good, and 5 or 6 were SO flat there was hardly any oyster there. We appreciated the sale but not sure we’ll do that again!

  • 2

    Michael Ballinger | Jan 1st 2024

    Tiny and tough to shuck

    Delicious but hard to justify the price for the amount of protein.