The Wandering Shucker's Co
"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.
- ·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.
- ·Space
Custom food packages available via inquiry
What to expect
- 01We arrive and set up
Space for our shucker to set-up
- 02The experience runs
Standard oyster catering is static.
- 03Guests 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
Alterations can be made to menus to account for allergies
About
Reviews
"Everyone seemed so excited about the novelty of the experience - oysters in the office, how cool! Also oysters were delish, some of the best I’ve ever had."
Recommends for corporate eventsRafat · InnitHudson Sq. Co-working Studio Lunch Hour · JULY 2026- Recommends for corporate eventsIshaanHudson Sq. Co-working Studio Lunch Hour · JULY 2026
"Bringing the office together"
Recommends for corporate eventsMichelle KimHudson Sq. Co-working Studio Lunch Hour · JULY 2026"How people stood around talking and eating"
Recommends for corporate eventsJulian KimHudson Sq. Co-working Studio Lunch Hour · JULY 2026"Delicious oysters!"
Recommends for corporate eventsOwen SHudson Sq. Co-working Studio Lunch Hour · JULY 2026
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