We strongly encourage reservations for indoor seating and patio seating is available on a first-come first-served basis.  We reserve the right to open our patio to reservations day-of, weather permitting.  

Please do not visit if you are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19.  All guests must wear masks when entering the building and to do so unless seated at a table.  We ask that you wear a mask when engaging with our service staff.

Take-out orders are also available and can be placed from 2pm for day-of pick up and done so by calling 434-995-5542.  Take-out may be unavailable due to dine-in volume.  

 Public Fish & Oyster features fresh East Coast Seafood, Raw Bar, craft beer and cocktails and a comprehensive wine list provided with exquisite service.

We are a small restaurant and highly recommend reservations.  Our bar counter seating is available on a first come first serve basis and patio seating (in season) is usually reservable day-of, weather permitting.

Our famous lobster rolls are available only during Happy Hour (4 to 6pm) and often sell out.