Oysters Rockefeller in Murrells Inlet — And Why $1 Oysters on Sunday Change Everything

There are two kinds of oyster people: those who want them raw and cold on the half shell, and those who want them baked, buttery, and covered in something spectacular. At Barnacle Bill’s Rum & Raw Bar in Murrells Inlet, you don’t have to pick. The raw bar serves fresh oysters daily, Oysters Rockefeller ($16) are on the menu every night, and every Friday and Sunday, oysters drop to $1 each — raw, steamed, or as beer shooters.

One dollar. Per oyster. On a Sunday. With live music. If you haven’t made Sunday at Barnacle Bill’s a ritual yet, that changes today.

What Are Oysters Rockefeller?

Oysters Rockefeller is one of the most iconic dishes in American seafood history — fresh oysters baked on the half shell with a rich topping, traditionally involving butter, herbs, and breadcrumbs. The dish was created in New Orleans in 1899 and named after John D. Rockefeller because of its richness. The original recipe is still a secret, but the concept has inspired countless variations in restaurants across the South.

At Barnacle Bill’s, Oysters Rockefeller ($16) are six fresh select oysters baked with Bill’s own secret recipe. The Cajun and Caribbean influence that runs through the entire Barnacle Bill’s menu shows up here too — expect warmth, depth, and a version of Rockefeller that fits the coastal South Carolina setting perfectly. They are the reason oyster people keep coming back.

$1 Oysters — Friday and Sunday at Barnacle Bill’s

Beyond the Rockefeller, the raw bar at Barnacle Bill’s operates at a level that makes Friday and Sunday something to actually plan your week around.

• Friday: $1 oysters all day — raw, steamed, or shooters — plus crab legs at $20/lb or $30 for 2 lbs
• Sunday: $1 oysters — raw, steamed, or shooters — plus live music with Papa Duke, plus Bloody Marys

Sunday in particular is the full experience. A dollar oyster, a Bloody Mary, live music from Papa Duke, and the easy pace of a Murrells Inlet Sunday afternoon. That’s not a restaurant visit — that’s a weekly event.

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🦪 Ready to plan your oyster night? View the full Barnacle Bill’s menu here — raw bar, Oysters Rockefeller, Cajun Steam Pot, and everything in between. Come Friday or Sunday for $1 oysters, or any night for the Rockefeller.

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How to Order Oysters at Barnacle Bill’s

The raw bar at Barnacle Bill’s offers oysters three ways:

• Raw on the half shell — cold, fresh, classic. A dozen runs $22 on a regular night; $1 each on Fridays and Sundays
• Steamed — for those who prefer a little heat; same $1 Friday/Sunday pricing
• Beer oyster shooters — a Murrells Inlet tradition; $3 during happy hour (Mon–Fri 4–7PM), $1 on Fridays and Sundays
• Oysters Rockefeller ($16) — six baked oysters with Bill’s secret recipe, available every night

Not sure which to start with? First-timers often go raw to taste the oyster itself, then order the Rockefeller to experience what this kitchen does with the same ingredient. Regulars typically do both in the same visit.

What Else to Order When You’re Here for Oysters

A Sunday at Barnacle Bill’s isn’t a one-dish visit. The kitchen runs the full menu all day, which means you can build an entire coastal meal around your oyster order:

• Fried Lump Crab Bites ($14) — Cajun-spiced, perfect alongside raw oysters
• Cajun Steam Pot ($28) — crab legs, shrimp, crawfish, andouille sausage, corn and potatoes — the full Sunday table commitment
• 80¢ shrimp — available every day, every night, no exceptions
• Cajun Gumbo — a bowl of something warm and deeply flavored while the oysters keep coming

Check the live music schedule — Papa Duke plays Sundays regularly, and some Fridays have additional entertainment that turns an oyster night into a full evening.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oysters in Murrells Inlet

When are oysters $1 at Barnacle Bill’s?

Every Friday all day and every Sunday. $1 oysters come raw, steamed, or as beer shooters. No limit, no minimum — just show up and order. Check the weekly specials page for the full rundown on every day’s deals.

What are Oysters Rockefeller and how much are they at Barnacle Bill’s?

Oysters Rockefeller are fresh oysters baked on the half shell with a rich, seasoned topping. At Barnacle Bill’s, they’re $16 for six oysters made with Bill’s own secret recipe — available every night, not just on special days.

Is there live music on Sunday at Barnacle Bill’s?

Yes — Papa Duke plays live music on Sundays, making the $1 oyster Sunday a full event rather than just a dinner. Check the live music and events page for upcoming Sunday schedules.

Come In This Sunday

Barnacle Bill’s Rum & Raw Bar is at 3552 US-17 BUS, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. Open 10AM–2AM daily, kitchen closes at 10PM. Sundays are $1 oysters, live music with Papa Duke, and Bloody Marys. Fridays are $1 oysters plus crab legs all day.

Call ahead for large groups: (843) 652-9000. Walk-ins always welcome — first come, first served at the raw bar.

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🦪🎵 $1 oysters. Live music. Sunday at Barnacle Bill’s. View the full menu and make your Sunday plans — where friends meet and locals come to eat.

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