La Boîte Aux Huîtres

Alright, I love oysters, I love open air markets and I love the chance to eat oysters at an open air market!
This afternoon while at Marche Jean-​Talon we happened upon this small raw bar loaded with a ton of oysters. After walking past this kiosk a few times, my tummy got the best of me and I tried a few of their oysters. Let me tell you, I was not dissapointed.
The oysters were the best that I have had in a while and they had such a great variety of types that it was difficult to choose. The man shucking the oysters was really welcoming and made it a point to have a conversation with us. At the end of it all, the only dissapointing factor was that my bank account doesn’t allot me the oportunity to eat all the oysters my stomach would allow!
Moral of the story, if you like raw bars, don’t miss this one!

We got a plate of oysters while waiting for the rest of the family to finish shopping. We got the Explorateur –12 oysters (4 different types) from Europe, East Coast, West Coast, and America.
Super fresh oysters, shelled right in front of you. The selection is amazing. Theres also lemon, their own infused vinegar mixture, and all types of tobasco. My favorite were the Kelly Oysters from Ireland. So large and deep, and very creamy milky texture. I’d come here again and just get those!

Oh man. If you like oysters, this is IT!
All super fresh.
Amazing variety.
Really made my trip.
Too bad they don’t allow wine these days but it just allows you to focus on the flavors of the Canadian east coast.

During my last Weekend in Montréal, I was at La Boîte Aux Huitres slurping oysters TWICE.
I guess I must love them enough to make a repeat visit.
But what’s not to love. Fresh Fresh Oysters and with varieties! Skillfully shucked and beautifully presented. First time we ordered 4 dozen.
Then we back on Tuesday again for their $ 1 a shuck. $ 1 oysters another couple of dozen please.
Located at Jean Talon Market, you just cannot miss that.

Great fresh ice cold oysters with a fantastic selection from West coast (not my thing) to East coast (my thing) and Europe too. Small counter… Worth the wait. They also have fresh uni if you’re there early. Lots of toppings though they’re so good it’s a crime to mask their flavor so go light on whatever you top with. Procrastination held out until now as I was there on 5÷25÷14.

Walked in and immediately wanted oysters.
Shucked right away and the guy working was very knowledgable about what he was serving and gives out good recommendations!

We were happy to be part of La Boîte aux Huîtres’s first ever edition of the «Merci pour les Huîtres» event («Thank you for the Oysters» event) in collaboration with Virginia Seafood. Three kinds of oysters were part of the event:
J&W Seafood from Lower Bay Western Shore, Massawadox Salts from Upper Bay Eastern Shore and Sewansecott from Seaside.
A little suggestion, the next time you will pass by the Jean-​Talon market, come visit La Boîte aux Huîtres and slurp some fresh delicious oysters! We promise you will fall in love all over again with the sea because we did!

A fabulous place to try some fresh local oysters to eat in my case for breakfast before exploring this vast market.
Highly recommended!

Honestly, I’ve tried oysters in restaurants before and I’ve never been a fan as I thought they were slimy, icky and had no taste. I know they are supposed to pair well with wine but I am not a huge drinker.
Anyways, once I saw this place at Jean-​Talon and tasted a couple, I fell in love. This place had at least 50 different types that were from the US, Canada or overseas. I think I had a total of 9 oysters and each one had a distinct flavour. Regardless, they were all delicious and the people were really nice. Shucked on the spot for you.
If you go to Jean-​Talon in Montréal, this little oyster stop is a must. I will be back here next time I’m in Montréal.

Blackberry os my favorite oyster here!

Stopped by while roaming the aisles of Marche Jean-​Talon and couldn’t resist trying some fresh shucked oysters from PEI (Prince Edward Island) and other local farms.
Ordered a half dozen, shuckers choice, and they shuck them right in front, pack it on ice and mignionette and other condiments are in bottles on the counter. I’m giving 3-​stars because they weren’t as organized and somehow our order got lost between the cashier and the shucker so they skipped over us and then started bickering between themselves about why it’s so disorganized.
The oysters themselves were super fresh and cold and I wish I could have had a few dozen more.

I’m back and this oyster stand is still so wonderful as the last time I visited. Actually this is the first time I’m in Jean Talon market and didn’t even bother strolling around, being at La Boîte aux Huitres turned to be completely satisfying experience.
I’m not sure if the place has grown more popular or it was just a busy day, oyster hungry customers kept coming. At first we were a little bit deceived by the small chaos surrounding the stand (one can call it bar as you actually can sit around it), but once the bottle of white crispy wine was in front of us and oysters ordered everything was perfect. No need to go to SAQ anymore, there is a stand of local Quebec winery just next to La Boîte, they will supply bottle of wine or cider with their tasting glasses making the experience classy. We had a dozen of oysters for 30 dollars, good deal for the quality and another six, including the gigantic ones from my picture that were buttery and you have no choice but eat them in two bites. People were having good time around and we did too … number 99 never appeared to claim his oysters, regardless of the persistent calls of the personnel, I hope somebody else ate them…
So where would you like to be on a hot summer day in Montréal? For sure at La Boîte aux Huitres slurping Canadian oysters and drinking Quebec wine!

La meilleure place pour les huitres à Montréal. Un must

This place is freaking amaaaaazing: oysters of all shapes, sizes and saltiness from east to west coasts. Your bounty is served up in a cute wooden box all shucked and pretty for you. The conversations and the people that you meet at the counter are always top notch and best of all? It’s BYOB… nothing goes better with oysters than a nice white wine or a delicious bottle of champagne (the SAQ is literally 15 steps away, so you have absolutely NO excuse!) My only complaint is that the market hours aren’t longer in the summer, so I cannot make this my dinner spot as the market closes at 18H on some week days: Boooo!
***UPDATE: we wanted to have my birthday dinner here but the market closes at 6pm. The owner had some oysters put aside for me as a consolation… umm hello, best business ever! I am your most loyal fan La Boîte aux Huitres! Bisous

Good service, very friendly staff. Oysters are delicious. I’d give a 5 star of they had more sauces or garnishing given other than lemon and tobasco sauce. But it’s very yummy nonetheless!

Oysters of many varieties, shucked before your eyes, and presented in an adorable wooden box. They have both sweet or saltier ones, I like both so I had 2 sweet and 1 salty, while my companion had 3 salty ones. We agreed that all were delicious and perfectly fresh. On the side is some grated horseradish and lemon slices. You can also add tabasco sauce or malt vinegar. What else could you want? A nice snack, and great to enjoy with a bottle of cider purchased in the next stall.

A great way to start your morning at the Jean Talon Market. They’re just at the entrance as you walk you. Sit down on a small counter, pick out your oysters, have them shuck it, and serve it on a small box. Go early before it gets too busy.

This place would be an easy 4-​star review, but because they let you bring a bottle of wine (from the SAQ just a few meters down the road), I had to make it 5. Let all other business owners on Unilocal take note: Booze = Stars. The more you have, the better
They have a great selection of oysters. From huge ones from the NE United States, to small (but tasty!) Japanese ones. You can easily get a selection by the dozen, and it’s by far the best way to try out what’s on offer.
We had grabbed a bottle of white wine down the road, and we were able to sit at the bar and drink it with the oysters. When it comes to oysters, that’s all I really need to have with them.
It isn’t cheap, but we’re talking oysters here. For what they’re serving, the prices are very reasonable.

Top notch oysters and friendly service. They turn a blind eye to brown bagged beers nd wines as well ;-) SHHhhhhhhhhhh…

Fantastic OYSTER BAR the entrance of Marché Jean-​Talon.
Prices are expensive, but the quality is VERY good. Do not expect happy hour prices. =P Ranges from $ 2-​$ 3.50 /​piece depending on the type of oyster you get. Dining «in» cost extra cuz they shuck it for you. To-​go is a little cheaper, but unshucked.
They have combos, or you can pick whatever you like.
If you’re unsure have them explain the oyster taste to you.
We got a mix of salty and creamy oysters. Sorry can’t even begin to remember where they were all from … all over the world… many I have never heard of like «Phat Bastard’ …, but every single one tasted fresh and wasn’t at all too salty. Wish we could’ve ordered every single one. =) Comes with a side of fresh horseradish and lemons on ice.
Worth a stop in the market… great for sitting around, eating oysters, and watching the life of the market. :) Oh and if you like hot canadian guys shucking your oysters, this is a must stop … *looks at someone in particular*

Really delicious, great selection and fantastic service. Oysters are served shucked in a little wooden box full of ice. A delightful little stop at the Jean Talon Market. Super fresh oysters and affordable at an average cost of $ 2 — $ 2.50 per oyster.