Oyster Bar

Being a native of Dothan, I know the signifigance of this establish and have known it for my entire life. I came here as a small child, still come here as an adult, and even risked truency in HIgh School just to get a bite.
Let me start off by saying, if you are looking for a fancy, five star experience… don’t even think about driving in this direction. It has strictly bar stool seats along an L shaped bar. They have crafted a half of big PVC pipes just behing the bar so they can shuck oysters and slide the right into the trash.
If you are like me and love the «perfect» ice in your drink, this will be an ice crunching fantasy world. The sweet tea is always on point and might be one of my favorite cups to find ANYWHERE! The menu is extremely simple. They have some of the freshest oysters in town. And when you pair that with the best chili dog in the world, that is a deadlicious combo. Not exaggerating… I literally can not think of a more perfect chili dog. The type of chili that they use does not have any real sauce to it. It is the smallest, finest bits of beefy flavor that is perfect for a hot dog. If your preference is a saucy, messy dog, you probably won’t agree with me. But for me, I have not found any better. Put this magnificent meaty treat on a hot dog with a soft steamed bun… speechless. I can usually run through about 3 – 4 and never even think of getting chips in order to have more chili dogs. The burgers are actually pretty good too. And of course you can get that world famous chili on it too. And everything, really cheap. 2 people can get out of there with drink, tax, and all for under $ 20.
They also fresh bake brownies every day. Once again, I would rather have another dog than fill up on something else. But I used to get them in high school all the time while risking detention. And they are incredible. And to complete this experience, the people working are some of the nicest, salt of the earth people. Ms. Ann always recognizes me and want to hear what is going on in my life. Overall, this is my lifelong, go-​to, always adore, restaurant of choice. If you are in Dothan, passing through Dothan, or flat out have a hankering for fresh oysters and chili dogs you must come here… no questions asked. JUST DO IT!

Sometimes you just want great simple food. and entertaining conversation. Oyster Bar has been in this location for more than 30 years and features great oysters on the half shell, chili dogs and cheeseburgers. Oyster Bar is a MUST STOP. everytime
from California through Dothan. Wife always orders two dozen on the half shell and a chili dog. She swears its. the best chili dog she’s had anywhere in our travels around the US. Cheeseburgers are solid choice. Very simple layout. Clean. Absolutely nothing fancy. Everyone sits at the counter and talks to each other and Ann (owner) and her family. Worth going out of your way for the experience.