Aw shucks! National Oyster Day is Tuesday, Aug. 5

The Duck Dive is ready for National Oyster Day on Aug. 5. Are you? (Photo courtesy of The Duck Dive) Love them or hate them, oysters will be celebrated on Aug. 5 for National Oyster Day. And in San Diego, you can raise a shell to shuck things up. Whether you like them raw, grilled, or dressed to impress, these spots are serving up oysters in a variety of ways, from Cajun flair to Argentine elegance and classic beachside vibes. Surf’s up and oysters are at The Duck Dive, a laid-back, surf-inspired bar steps from the beach. Go big with the Indulgent Oysters Rockefeller, broiled and topped with succulent shrimp, fresh spinach, spicy chipotle, pepper jack cheese, and golden breadcrumbs. Or opt for the classic Oysters on the Halfshell, served with jalapeno citrus mignonette and cocktail sauce. Grab a cocktail, kick back under the California sun, and dive in. In La Jolla Shores, Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters offers a chic beachside vibe with a menu that leans into the bold, smoky flavors of wood-fired cooking. It’s freshly shucked Oysters on the Half Shell are served ice-cold with tangy mignonette, bullwhip hot sauce, and a refreshing squeeze of lemon—best enjoyed with a crisp white or bubbly from the curated wine list. The oysters are always on happy hour seven days a week from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Argentina meets the Pacific at Little Italy’s newest culinary hangout out Piedra Santa, specializing in open-fire grilling and refined coastal flavors, and the Fresh Oysters are no exception. Try them raw with Champagne mignonette, atomic horseradish, and creamy mustard, a bold, briny bite with a kick. Pair with a smoky Malbec or mezcal cocktail, and celebrate the tango of flavor. Soulful, spicy, and steeped in Southern swagger, Louisiana Purchase channels the spirit of New Orleans in the heart of San Diego. The Acme Chargrilled Oysters are pure magic—plump Gulf oysters kissed by open flame, swimming in garlic-lemon butter, and crowned with bubbling Parmesan. It’s Bourbon Street decadence with a California twist that leaves tastebuds ready for more. Whether you’re a half-shell purist, a grill-and-butter devotee, or somewhere in between, San Diego’s oyster scene will be strong on National Oyster Day.