Columbiana, Alabama · Highway 25

THE LOCAL Oyster House & SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

Fresh oysters raw or baked, gumbo, fried seafood baskets, margaritas, and cold beer. A small oyster bar on Highway 25 in Columbiana.

Open Tuesday–Saturday, 11 AM–9 PM
What we're known for

Oysters, Gumbo & Cold Drinks

Casual seafood, cooked to order, Tuesday through Saturday.

Oysters, Two Ways

On the half shell over ice, or baked three ways — garlic parmesan, Southern Rockefeller, or bourbon butter.

Raw at market price

Gumbo & Gulf Plates

Seafood gumbo, low country boil, fried grouper, stuffed crab, and a seafood platter that covers it all.

Most plates $10–20

Margaritas & Cold Beer

Margaritas, beer on tap, wine, and a full bar. Live music some nights.

Full bar · On tap
Every week

Weekly Specials

Every Tuesday

Taco Tuesday

Taco specials all day Tuesday.

Every Wednesday

Alfredo Wednesday

Alfredo specials every Wednesday.

Thursdays · from 3 PM

All You Can Eat Shrimp

All the shrimp you can eat, every Thursday starting at 3 PM.

Fridays · from 3 PM

Half Off Oysters

Half-price oysters every Friday starting at 3 PM.

Every Saturday

$1 Wings

Dollar wings all day Saturday. Thirteen flavors to pick from.

“A hidden gem — it definitely lives up to the ‘local’ part of its name.”
— Tripadvisor review
Come see us

Hours & Visit

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday11 AM – 9 PM
Wednesday11 AM – 9 PM
Thursday11 AM – 9 PM
Friday11 AM – 9 PM
Saturday11 AM – 9 PM
SundayClosed

Find Us

The Local Oyster House & Seafood roadside sign — white script lettering on a periwinkle blue board with a navy border
The Local Oyster House & Seafood
21270 AL-25
Columbiana, AL 35051
(205) 671-5069
Outdoor seating Kids' menu Dogs welcome outside Live music nights Free parking
Good to know

Questions We Get

When are you open?

Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM to 9 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday.

Can I bring my dog?

Dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating.

Is it kid-friendly?

Yes. There's a kids' menu with smaller portions.

Where do I park?

Free parking in back and across the street.

Do you serve alcohol?

Full bar — margaritas, beer on tap, bottles, and wine.

How much do the oysters cost?

Raw and baked oysters are market price and change with the catch. Call (205) 671-5069 for today's price.