I had very lofty expectations for this establishment, not least because of its legendary reputation.

𝗢𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗺𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 ($6/8/12) isn't a deeply complicated dish, but rather a nuanced dish which requires precision for perfect batter. Their batter had undoubtedly crispy spells, but not quite the biscuit-like revelation I expected (for that check out Maddie's Kitchen). Still, the mingling with sloppy starchy bits provided an enjoyable textural variation.

I also found the chili magnificently spirited and zesty. It is imperative to take a swig in the magic sauce as it bulldozed through the heaviness and also provided a perfect foil for the oysters. Perhaps standards have dropped since the founder's passing, but it's still worth a try.

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