Opening hours
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Valparaiso: 9:53 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (850) 729-0406 to confirm.
Location & directions
Behind Compass Rose, 303 E Glen AveValparaiso, FL 32580
About Doc's Oyster Bar
Doc's Oyster Bar is a restaurant located at Behind Compass Rose, 303 E Glen Ave in Valparaiso, Florida. It is one of 2 places to eat and drink we list in Valparaiso. Prices are affordable ($10–20 per person).
Doc's Oyster Bar is open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Wednesday and Thursday).
The menu we have on file lists 97 items across 15 sections, including Burgers, Misc, Kids Items, Desserts, and Merch. Listed prices range from $2.05 to $24.25, with a typical item around $10.20. You will find options like Beef N' Pork, 6 Large Shrimp, and Chicken Tenders + Fries.
Service options include outdoor seating, takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, and trendy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. The place is family friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, and a transgender safe space. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and comfort food.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (850) 729-0406 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- Behind Compass Rose, 303 E Glen Ave, Valparaiso, FL 32580
- Phone
- (850) 729-0406
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Wednesday and Thursday)
- Menu
- 97 items · $2.05–$24.25
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Doc's Oyster Bar’s weekday schedule with 790 other restaurants in Florida. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 52 hours a week, 16 hours fewer than the local median of 68. 86% of restaurants in Florida open on Sundays, and Doc's Oyster Bar is one of them.
Compared with 790 other restaurants in Florida that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Florida
Based on 460 menus with 29,761 priced items from restaurants in Florida, the median menu item costs $12.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $18.00.
At Doc's Oyster Bar the median listed price is $10.20, lower than the typical $12.00 for restaurants in Florida.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 20% | $5.00 |
| Caesar Salad | 17% | $11.99 |
| House Salad | 14% | $9.20 |
| Grilled Cheese | 12% | $7.99 |
| Coffee | 12% | $3.27 |
| Onion Rings | 12% | $6.95 |
| Chicken Tenders | 12% | $12.25 |
| Cheeseburger | 10% | $12.00 |
Calculated from 460 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Photos
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
- Sport
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy-hour drinks
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed
The neighborhood
There are no other places to eat and drink in our guide within half a mile of Doc's Oyster Bar, but there are 2 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Seafood (1) and Burgers & Fast Food (1).
Doc's Oyster Bar is the only restaurant within a mile (3 within three miles). The next closest is Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q, 1.7 mi away.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodBosner's German Imbiss & Deli0.6 mi
- SeafoodThe Wharf 8501.0 mi
- Breakfast & BrunchBlue Colar Cafe1.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiPost 20 Sushi1.1 mi
- AmericanRuby Tuesday1.2 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Doc's Oyster Bar's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Wednesday and Thursday). Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Doc's Oyster Bar open on Sunday?
Yes, Doc's Oyster Bar is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Doc's Oyster Bar located?
Doc's Oyster Bar is located at Behind Compass Rose, 303 E Glen Ave, Valparaiso, FL 32580.
What is the phone number of Doc's Oyster Bar?
You can call Doc's Oyster Bar at (850) 729-0406.
Does Doc's Oyster Bar offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Doc's Oyster Bar offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, takeaway, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Doc's Oyster Bar?
The typical price range at Doc's Oyster Bar is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $2.05 to $24.25.
Does Doc's Oyster Bar take reservations?
Yes, Doc's Oyster Bar accepts reservations.
Is Doc's Oyster Bar wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Doc's Oyster Bar open late?
Yes – Doc's Oyster Bar is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Doc's Oyster Bar?
There are 2 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Doc's Oyster Bar. Nearby options include Bosner's German Imbiss & Deli (0.6 mi), The Wharf 850 (1.0 mi), and Blue Colar Cafe (1.1 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Doc's Oyster Bar?
None within a mile. The closest is Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q, 1.7 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Florida cost?
Based on 460 menus with 29,761 priced items from restaurants in Florida, the median menu item costs $12.00, and half of all items are priced between $6.50 and $18.00.
