Seabear - Athens

Husband and I dined here last night and wish we had checked it out ages ago. Sea Bear is located in an old bottling factory, now called The Bottleworks . It 's... read more Husband and I dined here last night and wish we had checked it out ages ago. Sea Bear is located in an old bottling factory, now called The Bottleworks . It 's a really neat location in Athens, a bit removed from the more hectic downtown area. There is parking off Prince, behind the Bottleworks, although the restaurant itself is on Prince Ave. The space is on the smaller side, so this is definitely more of a meet-up date spot, and probably not a great option for large groups, although the menu said they offer catering. The dining area was pretty full, as was the bar, but we were seated right away. The cocktail and beer options looked interesting, but we decided to try a local ginger ale, Ginger 's Bunkhouse Spicy Ginger Ale . The menu has a good mix of small plates and entrees, as well as an impressive selection of oysters. We both loved the roasted local veggie plate that included carrots and turnips. The veggies had a nice char on the outside, and were packed with flavor. We thought about ordering a second plate, but wanted to make sure we had room for all the oysters and the low country boil (Sea Bear 's Thursday special). The low country boil was delicious. The corn on the cob was a little too spicy for my taste (it competed with the spice in the ginger ale), but the shrimp was really good. Sea Bear 's version did not include crawfish, just shrimp, but it was done well and we 're glad we ordered it. The oyster selection was a mix from PEI, NB, MA. We got a sampling of the oyster varieties, and ordered seconds of the St. Anne 's, Glacier Bay, and Thatch. This satisfied our oyster cravings, and we will definitely return.

Oysters... very tasty. food was so fresh. looking forward to returning with my friends. the place has a good atmosphere. read more Oysters... very tasty. food was so fresh. looking forward to returning with my friends. the place has a good atmosphere.

Despite the limitations of COVID, experience was great. We had a nice corner of the patio to have cocktails and wait for an outside table. Oyster shooters are o... read more Despite the limitations of COVID, experience was great. We had a nice corner of the patio to have cocktails and wait for an outside table. Oyster shooters are on point with a nice spice to them and cocktails were delicious, even in the plastic vessel. We got used to ordering from the tiki hut and had a nice time. Friday night calamari was nom nom along with the crab cakes and green curry mussels. Highly recommend Seabear for the food, atmosphere and friendly staff.

Great experience all the way around. It was my second visit to Athens, and my first time at Seabear. From the time I walked in and was greeted by the exuberant... read more Great experience all the way around. It was my second visit to Athens, and my first time at Seabear. From the time I walked in and was greeted by the exuberant host to the time I paid my tab and left, the staff was friendly and accommodating without beingoverbearing (pun sort of intended). I?ll be going back.

The drinks were not good. One of 2 of the appetizers were good. One of the 2 entrees were good. I sent one back. Don't get the oysters. Those were extremely Dis... read more The drinks were not good. One of 2 of the appetizers were good. One of the 2 entrees were good. I sent one back. Don't get the oysters. Those were extremely Disappointing. Service was fine. I would not recommend this place