A gem you wouldn't expect to find in an old, dingy casino slightly off strip.\n\nThe Oyster Bar has a true following--and if you attempt to eat here, be prepared for a bit of wait. The counter doesn't serve more than 20 (at most!) at a time--but I assure you--it's worth the wait. \n\nRegardless of what you order--their dishes are cooked to order directly in front of you--and you will have to do everything in your power to not drool all over your setting. Each dish is loaded with tons of seafood. Combine with with the butter, spices, and base they let cook in front of you--and your poor stomach will sit in gluttonous anticipation for the next 20 minutes. \n\nI've been here twice--each time ordering the Etouffee. It's amazing! It's a wonderful creole/french soup that's wonderfully spiced and loaded with seafood. It's the less creamy version of the Oyster Bar's Pan Roast. I happen to enjoy the soup more because it's less rich than the Pan Roast--but I've had the Pan Roast--and it's certainly nothing to scoff at. It's amazing! Just a tad too rich for me.\n\nYou can spice up your dishes the way you like. I like my spice and generally order a 7. Spicy, but still enjoyable. I've tasted an 8...and while delicious...definitely left me gulping down a lot more water than I wanted. \n\nI've seen orders of the shrimp scampi and the linguine a la vongole--and i can tell you that even in my bloated state, wanted to order them. They look crazy good. \n\nOh--and before I forget...these bowls are huge! Please share. If you can finish it on your own--you're a champ.
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