The Oceanaire Seafood Room

08/11/2008 Posted by mr_h

Despite the great reviews and recommendations from others I never considered going to The Oceanaire just because of its location in the Westin Hotel. Granted the hotel is a nice hotel, however their more known for their rooms than food. So maybe that's why they brought in a the small seafood/steakhouse restaurant chain. The atmosphere is comfortable and fun with high ceilings, ocean liner accents and blue lights washing out the white walls. We started at the bar for couple of cocktails. The bartender was attentive, professional and poured great drinks. We then took a table and from there had wonderful service. Our server was knowledgable of the menu and specials. The calamari is the best in town; tender, and cooked perfectly. Most places give you a side of some kind of concoction to smother the flavor; this did not even come with one, and wasn't needed. The clams baked with Canadian Bacon were as sweet as could be. The Mahi was cooked perfectly and the Pecan trout is hard to be beat. The restaurant is a to story dining room with the second appearing to be a great place for a date with the curtain draped balcony you get to escape from the bar chatter.

Pros: Seafood, Service, Ambiance

Cons: Tight seating

01/29/2008 Posted by amr10s

This glamorous, upscale restaurant located in the Westin Galleria not only boasts uber fresh fish, but wonderful service and unique side dishes. With fresh fish flown in daily, you can have it broiled or grilled, or choose from one of the chef’s masterful creations. The side dishes, which are very large portions, include shells and cheese, asparagus and hollandaise, or salt and vinegar fries, which were voted the best in Dallas by The Dallas Observer. The service was superb, the fish fabulous, and the atmosphere perfect for a Saturday night dinner.

07/05/2007 Posted by foodgeek02

As soon as I walked into the restaurant I was transported in time. Totally forgot about the heavy rain that doesn't seem to stop and relaxed immediately. We were promptly seated in a huge leather booth near the front and before we knew it had warm bread and a tray of random pickles and vegis... interesting to say the least. Our server was very pleasant and professional and helped us put together the perfect evening from the wine to our entrees. I can't think of any moment that I would of changed. As we were leaving my wife asked me "Why haven't we been here before?" We will be, and have been since. Those other comments about the food and service... not sure where they went but it wasn't The Oceanaire!

Pros: Music, Fresh Oysters, Attentive Staff

Cons: Can get busy on weekends but we learned to make reservations

06/28/2007 Posted by scamper11

I have been here many occasions and have never been disappointed in any dish or with service! This is one of the top three overall consisteant restaurants in Dallas! If you love oysters you have to visit the raw bar. It is comfortable and the service from the bar staff is top notch. The dining room is plush, the noise level perfect and the booths are the best in the city. As far as the food; NO BETTER SEAFOOD IN THE SOUTHWEST! Hands down the freshest I have tasted outside of California. Oceanaire consistenetly supplies the most pleasurable and consistent dining experience of anywhere in Dallas. I have been taking my clients to Oceanaire for four years and many have returned on their own!

Pros: Seafood, Service, Consistency

Cons: NONE

06/17/2007 Posted by dyne

this is some of the worst seafood i've ever had. the crabcakes were decent, but everything else (esp. the shellfish combination) was such a waste of time and money! SO dry and unfresh!!

Pros: waiter

Cons: hazardous shellfish!

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06/13/2007 Posted by friscodiner

I was pleasantly surprised to find such a great seafood restaurant in Dallas, of all places. When we walked into the Westin Hotel (through some construction for what looks like a major renovation) lobby and found the entrance to the Oceanaire, it was like walking into the dining room of an oceanliner from the 50s. The atmosphere was a bit startling at first but made me feel like I was stepping back in time. I kept waiting to see Fred and Ginger come waltzing by our table. The server was prompt and helped recommend a nice glass of wine from an extensive list. Then he told us about the menu and helped steer us toward some great food. The Ahi Tuna was some of the best I have ever had. The portions are so large we had to have a to go bag. The prices are a little on the high end but for what you get, it is well worth it. We throughly enjoyed dining there and will be back. We have eaten fresh seafood on both coasts and the Oceanaire was beyond anything we have enjoyed so far.

Pros: Complimentary Valet Parking, Fresh, Fresh Seafood, Large portions

Cons: A bit crowded, not a quiet place but you can talk.

03/19/2007 Posted by texasfoodlover

We had a very awful experience at this restaurant! The service is beyond horrible, until the check is delivered and THEN they are willing to get you anything you like, for a good tip. The Maitre D is RUDE!! Overall I woudl Not go to this restaurant. For a dinner for 4 it was $250... and the food is less than impressive!!

Pros: nothing.....

Cons: Service, Service, Service and the food is gross!!

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11/20/2006 Posted by sonic35

I was very apprehensive because this restaurant is in the Galleria, but I was pleasantly surprised! Not only is the seafood delicious and fresh, the waitstaff is wonderful. I've been twice already and I have a great dining experience every time. I love the variety of fresh oysters they have! YUMMY!

Pros: service, food

Cons: none yet!

09/28/2006 Posted by jwsdallas

As we entered we were immediately at ease, a very warm welcome as we entered continued throughout the meal from the servers to the bussers. The food is outstanding! If you are an oyster lover, you must try the 10 or so varieties of oysters offered! The portions are large, you won't go away hungry. The food is prepared so the fish is the star, not over-sauced. We all had different fish, all excellent! You must try the hashbrowns, these are the real deal, filled with tabasco, onions and bacon. The key lime pie is the best I ever had! It is baked and soooooo good! So good I had to take a piece home! I live in Dallas and will definitely return.

Pros: service, fish quality and the atmosphere

Cons: none

08/16/2005 Posted by marychristmas

We were staying at the Westin Galleria Dallas and not up to another night of roomservice. This place is right off the lobby. A bit noisy for a Monday evening, but the service was prompt, efficient and Texas-friendly. Nice variety of food and fresh, fresh, fresh! A little pricey for everyday, but nice for special event or if you're on an expense account.

Pros: Friendly service, Fresh food, Nice variety

Cons: A little pricey, Noisy