L-R: Ty Gipson, Cathy Payne, Mickie Ross, Mariah Janes, Owner Misty Janes, Dale Ross, Owner Lex Janes, Mike Payne, Ben and Kim Daniel.
Scott’s Oyster Bar on Austin Avenue.
“He was a very valiant man who first adventured on eating of oysters.”
King James I ~ 1662
If you are craving the flavors of Gulf Coast seafood, the latest new eatery in Georgetown is family-owned on S. Austin Avenue. Scott’s Oyster Bar in Twin Rivers offers a variety of fish and shellfish with a taste of creole, gumbo, Old Bay, hot sauce, and citrus. And of course, lots of oysters.
Owner Lex Janes says, “Gulf oysters have been part of Texas forever and I am excited to have people try them. They aren’t slimy; they have a good texture and just a little bit of brine in them. We have some on hand with a very mild flavor all the way up to the bold ‘big mouth’ briny types.” Janes says he is happy to let customers have a taste before they order some, just to get past that first time. He also recommends a cracker, horseradish or hot sauce to help sweeten the brine taste. All oysters are shucked in the restaurant and delivered on the half shell with flavorings. This is Janes’ first restaurant, but he has been in the industry for many years. Originally from Amarillo, where he worked in the original Scott’s Oyster Bar, he and his family moved to Georgetown to look for a good spot to expand the brand. “My inspiration came when I filled in as an oyster shucker for a few weeks and I got hooked.”
The new restaurant has a modified version of the founder’s creole seasoning and a special spice blend with a Cajun tone on the menu. Plus, he says, we can look forward to King Crab legs and patio dining in September. “I love the work, getting to create dishes and making people happy with what we’re serving,” Janes says.
Scott’s Oyster Bar is open Tues-Thurs 11-8, Fri-Sat 11-9 and Sun 11-3; they are closed Monday’s. Visit ScottsOysterBar.com for daily specials and look for special weekend dinner events very soon.
