The Wandering Shucker's Co

Food & Drink

Queens, New York

Fully facilitated · Drop-in station · Take-and-go1–10000 guestsWe come to you

5.0· 1 review

"Standard oyster catering is static."

The experience

Standard oyster catering is static. We are anything but. Based on the old school NYC bucket-shucker tradition, The Wandering Shuckers Co. offers an interactive mobile raw bar that brings the party directly to your guests. Our pro shuckers wear custom-designed belt rigs and move freely through your wedding, corporate gala, or backyard party. We specialize in premium oyster catering with a focus on sustainability and hospitality. No lines, no fuss—just perfectly shucked shells and the best vibes in the game.

What's included

·Every booking is a "turn-key" luxury experience:
·Premium Oysters: Sustainably sourced from boutique farms (Maine to Texas).
·Professional Staff: Expert shuckers who are as much storytellers as they are technicians.
·Full Setup: House-made cocktail sauce, classic mignonette, curated hot sauces, horseradish, and fresh lemon.
·Sustainability: Compostable serviceware and shell recycling whenever possible to support local reef restoration projects in the Tri-State and Gulf regions.

What you provide

·Space

Customizable

Custom food packages available via inquiry

What to expect

01
We arrive and set up
Space for our shucker to set-up
02
The experience runs
Standard oyster catering is static.
03
Guests leave with the goods
We wrap, clean up, and your team leaves with something to remember.

The details

Duration: The Wandering Shuckers Experience: up to two hours, The Classic Raw Bar Setup: up to three hours
Lead time: - **Advance Booking:** For events booked more than three weeks in advance, a **30% deposit** is required to secure the date. - **Immediate Booking:** For events occurring within three weeks, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Travel fee: Yes — Service Area: A flat travel fee of $250 applies to events located between 25 and 100 miles from New York City. This covers fuel, tolls, and team travel time.
COI available: I can arrange one
Cancellation: n/a

Good to know

Dietary

Alterations can be made to menus to account for allergies

About

Rutvik Patel · Owner

Reviews

"Some of the freshest oysters I’ve ever had! Love that Ritvik shares the sourcing process for each oyster. Tried both fresh varieties + the baked oysters! 10/10"
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