Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Go-To Seafood Spot in Augusta
Rhinehart's Oyster Bar was founded in 1983 by Craig and Amy Rhinehart with a vision to create a relaxed, approachable dining experience centered around fresh seafood and casual hospitality. Our founders believed that exceptional food should be accessible to all, regardless of dress code or budget, and built a concept around this philosophy. Over four decades, we've maintained our commitment to quality ingredients, including our signature oysters and house-baked bread, while cultivating a welcoming atmosphere where patrons feel at home. Our team prioritizes attentive service and a menu filled with creative, affordable dishes that keep customers returning.With two locations in the Augusta area, we've become a local staple for seafood lovers seeking both traditional favorites and innovative preparations. Our catering division extends this 'Beyond Casual' experience to events of all sizes, offering party trays designed to impress without the formality of traditional catering. Through consistent quality, humor-infused branding, and a focus on community, we've built a reputation as a go-to destination for casual dining experiences that exceed expectations.
Services
Seafood Catering
Party Trays
Bar Menu
Lunch Specials
Dinner Entrees
Kids Menu
Takeout Orders
Event Catering
Shrimp Spread
House Specialties
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving fresh seafood in a relaxed atmosphere
- Our menu features both traditional favorites and innovative Southern-inspired dishes
- We offer large-quantity catering with 'Beyond Casual' party trays for any event
- Our house-baked bread and signature sauces are made fresh daily
- We maintain consistent quality across both Augusta-area locations
Services
Seafood Catering
Our 'Beyond Casual' catering service provides large-quantity seafood platters for events of all sizes. From corporate functions to family gatherings, we offer customizable options including shrimp combos, chicken finger trays, and specialty pasta pans. All catering orders come with appropriate dipping sauces and serving utensils.
Party Trays
Pre-designed party trays serve 5-12 people with popular combinations like shrimp spread, fried chicken fingers, and spicy boiled shrimp. Available in multiple configurations with optional upgrades, these trays include fresh accompaniments and dipping sauces. Orders require 24-hour advance notice for preparation.
Bar Menu
Daily beverage specials feature craft beers, signature cocktails, and premium liquors at accessible prices. Our bar menu includes $2.99 domestic beer specials, $5.99 specialty margaritas, and premium liquor flights. Beverage options complement our full food menu during operating hours.
Lunch Specials
Limited-time lunch specials offer premium seafood dishes at discounted prices between 10:30am-4pm. Options include fried shrimp baskets, bayou shrimp & grits, and mandarin orange shrimp salads with customizable sides. Some specials feature premium upgrades for additional charges.
Dinner Entrees
Full dinner menu features classic Southern seafood preparations alongside innovative dishes like frisky parmesan shrimp pasta. Entrees include traditional sides with options to substitute fries for salads. Signature dishes showcase house-made components like our tropical mango jalapeo vinaigrette and creamy cheese grits.
People
Craig Rhinehart
Co-Founder
Co-founded Rhinehart's Oyster Bar in 1983 with his wife Amy, bringing decades of restaurant industry experience and a vision for casual seafood dining to Augusta.
Amy Rhinehart
Co-Founder
Co-founder with Craig Rhinehart, Amy helped establish the restaurant's signature 'Beyond Casual' concept using family recipes and hospitality expertise since 1983.
Questions
What are Rhinehart's most popular menu items?
Our top sellers include fried shrimp baskets, house-baked bread with shrimp spread, bayou shrimp & grits, and tropical mango jalapeño vinaigrette salads.
Do you offer catering services for events?
Yes, our 'Beyond Casual' catering division provides party trays serving 5-12 people, including shrimp combos, chicken finger trays, and specialty pasta pans.
What are your restaurant hours?
We're open Monday-Thursday 10:30am-10/11pm, Friday-Saturday 10:30am-11pm, with both locations closed Sundays.
Do you have kid-friendly menu options?
Yes, our Kids Menu features smaller portions of favorites like chicken fingers, grilled cheese, and mac n cheese cups.
Can I order party trays for pickup?
Order party trays by phone 9am-10pm daily for next-day pickup between 10am-6:30pm at either location.