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Raw bars serve chilled oysters on ice; roasts steam oysters until shells pop open—roasts suit cool-weather crowds and event pacing; raw bars fit happy hour tastings year-round.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Maryland Coastal Bays Program
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
