Shuck Oysters at Carlsbad Aquafarm

We recently had the pleasure of doing the weekend farm tour and tasting at Carlsbad Aquafarm, and I can't say enough about this place – it's a true gem for seafood enthusiasts! 🦪 From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by the friendly staff who were eager to share their passion for oysters. The farm tour was not only educational but also an immersive experience that left me in awe of their sustainable practices and commitment to preserving the environment. The highlight, of course, was the hands-on exploration of the touch tanks. I got up close and personal with a variety of shellfish, including the biggest, most beautiful mussels, oysters and others I've ever seen. The oyster shucking demonstration was a real treat, and shucking my own oysters with a breathtaking view of the lagoon was an experience I won't forget. The provided tools, lemons, hot sauce, and water - everything we needed. And let's not forget the star of the show – the oysters themselves! The generous tasting of six oysters was an absolute delight. They were undoubtedly the biggest, freshest and most flavorful oysters I've ever had the pleasure of savoring. Each one was a burst of oceanic goodness, and it's safe to say I won't be looking for oysters anywhere else. Carlsbad Aquafarm is a must-visit destination for anyone who appreciates sustainable seafood and a unique, hands-on experience. The dedicated team, stunning lagoon views, and, of course, the incredible oysters make it a five-star experience all the way. I can't recommend this place enough – you won't be disappointed!

INCREDIBLE! COOL! AMAZING! INFORMATIVE! GREAT! MEMORABLE! INTERESTING! WONDERFUL! i could continue with the positive words but if you haven't already booked a guided tour after seeing all of the other 5 star reviews, what are you waiting for? i highly, highly suggest visiting this place for a tour. we booked ours the night before a small road trip / day trip to Oceanside from LA County and i expected this to be good but it completely surpassed all of our expectations. we were led by "bert" who said he hadn't been working there long but it seemed like he was a natural when talking about the process the oysters go through, the equipment and really anything else that popped up on the tour or a question someone asked him. we honestly couldn't stop talking about how cool the sustainable development is for the rest of the day, their mission and the great tasting samples of the oysters at the end of the tour. i do advise arriving a few minutes early to your tour as it is a small parking lot on site. we are planning on purchasing some product in the future and hopefully visiting again as well because we had such a great experience from beginning to end.

Had a lovely experience doing their oyster shucking and shellfish tasting. We were able to sign up day of for the tour- all the staff(farmers) were friendly and informative and everything we ate was fresh and delicious! Would recommend

This is a great tour for foodies or for those who appreciate sustainable gastronomy. The tour guide Rachel was amazing and she really explained the complexities of the sustainable processes they use that not only benefits the farm but also the ecosystem around them . It is truly a great example of a symbiotic relationship on many levels. I don't think I really appreciated tasted an oyster like I did today especially because I got to shuck it myself, which is something new worth learning. Well worth taking the tour! You won't regret it and you get a nice treat in the end. Fresh oysters!

Super cool tour about the formation and culturing of oysters, history of the place and actual experience of shucking. Very friendly and knowledgeable folks who answer patiently if you have any questions. Wasabi plants being grown in socal was the highlight of the tour for me.