Standard Oyster Company
2147 N. Center Street
Hickory, NC 28601
828-759-5191
Standard Oyster Company creates an energetic dining experience that includes a vast array of oysters and fresh seafood. Our hole-in-the wall vibe results in a laid-back and industrial “all bar” setting that’s true to the core. Discover the hand-scribed chalkboards highlighting our ever-evolving oyster and seafood selection. Indulge in chilled platters, steamed shellfish, and other classic America fare. Our full bar focuses on regional spirits, great wine, and North Carolina beers (including our own Standard Oyster Stout).
Queen's Feast, $35 per person (does not include tax or gratuity)
First course (choice of one)
Oysters on the Half - six raw North Carolina oysters, mignonette, cocktail, horseradish
Select your own oyster variety, $4 supplement
Seafood Gumbo - tiger shrimp, chicken, andouille, short grain rice, rich Creole
Chopped Kale Salad - kale, grape tomatoes, edamame, green cabbage, carrots, nuts, cranberry, blueberry pomegranate vinaigrette
Second course (choice of one)
Swordfish - fresh chargrilled sword, beurre blanc, baby carrots, braised field greens
Chimichurri Filet - petite filet, avocado chimichurri, rice pilaf, braised field greens
Cajun Shrimp & Grits - tiger shrimp, andouille, Creole, Pepper Jack cheese, yellow stone grits
Seafood Risotto - tiger shrimp, sea scallops, herbed spinach risotto
Third course (choice of one)
Bananas Foster - caramelized banana, nuts, vanilla ice cream, flamin' 99 bananas
Chocolate Mousse Cake - rich Belgian chocolate mousse, velvety sable cake
Key Lime Pie - smooth, refreshing custard, Graham cracker crust
King's Feast, $50 per person (does not include tax or gratuity)
First course (choice of one)
Oysters & Pearls - six raw Northeast oysters, Cajun wild-caught bowfin caviar, microgreens
Crab Cake – panko-crusted blue crab cake, Carolina remoulade, fresh greens
Second course (choice of one)
Filet Escoffier - filet mignon, mushroom duxelles, black truffle cream, roasted fingerlings, baby carrots
Colossal Scallops – pan-seared U10 dry scallops, Asian citrus reduction, rice pilaf, baby carrots
Lobster Rockefeller - 1¼ pound fresh Maine lobster, hand-split, topped & baked classic Rockefeller-style
Third course (choice of one)
Classic Cheesecake - New York-style cheesecake, raspberry sauce, whipped cream
Bourbon Pecan Pie - rich and gooey pecan pie, Chantilly cream