An Ocean View Shell-ebration
October 7–11, 2026
📍 Ocean View Brewing Company – Ocean View, Delaware
Celebrate all things oyster during An Ocean View Shell-ebration, a five-day oyster celebration featuring local shellfish, a special menu from Executive Chef Maggie Williamson, an oyster-focused Bay Banter & Brews, and the release of our Oyster Stout.
Throughout the event, enjoy oysters from Nancy James Oysters, Orchard Point Oyster Co., and Burton Island Oysters prepared in a variety of creative ways — from baked oyster flights and po-boys to chowder, smoked oyster dip, and Nashville hot fried oysters.
Special Oyster Menu | October 7–11
Oyster Shooter
One shucked oyster, OVB Oyster Stout, OVB cocktail sauce
Oyster Chowder
Crispy bacon lardons, oyster crackers, micros
Baked Oyster Flight
Four prime oysters featuring pimento cheese, casino style, Boo Ya! pumpkin butter, and Oyster Stout butter
Smoked Oyster Dip
Smoked oysters, dill-cream cheese whip, vegetables, spent grain crostini
Cajun Oyster Po-Boy
Crispy fried oysters, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, Creole remoulade on a toasted torpedo roll, served with chips and a pickle
Nashville Hot Fried Oysters
House-seasoned oysters, Nashville hot sauce, hand-cut fries, creamy coleslaw, sweet malt aioli, lemon
Oyster Cioppino
Shucked oysters, tomato gravy, buttermilk whipped potatoes, Old Bay Ritz crumbs, lemon
Wednesday, October 7 | 3:00–5:00 PM
Bay Banter & Brews: Oysters
Kick off the Shell-ebration with a special oyster-focused edition of Bay Banter & Brews, presented by Jordan Nally of Nancy James Oysters.
Learn more about local oyster farming, Delaware’s Inland Bays, and the people behind the oysters while enjoying an afternoon of education and ales.
Thursday, October 8 | 4:00–7:00 PM
Oyster Stout Beer & Glass Release
Raise a glass to the Shell-ebration with the release of OVB Oyster Stout, brewed this year with oysters from Burton Island Oysters. This unique stout brings together briny character with rich roasted notes.
Each first pour includes a 13.5 oz. Ocean View Brewing snifter while supplies last.
Glass + First Fill: $6
Refills: $4
Come hungry, grab an Oyster Stout, and spend the week celebrating local oysters at Ocean View Brewing.