About The Wandering Shuckers Co.
Mobile Oyster Catering with a New York Edge.
The Wandering Shuckers Co. is a mobile oyster catering company based in New York City—serving raw bar experiences with bold flavor and serious style. From local pop-ups and backyard parties to weddings, corporate events, and major festivals, we bring premium oysters, live shucking, and unforgettable seafood moments directly to your guests.
Founded by nationally ranked oyster shucker and certified oyster specialist Rutvik Patel, our service goes beyond the shell. We don’t just serve oysters—we tell their stories, shuck them right, and bring the heat with torched oysters grilled on-site.
What We Do
Whether it’s 200 oysters at a Queens brewery or 1,000 at a golf tournament in Georgia, The Wandering Shuckers Co. delivers professional, on-site oyster catering with a touch of theater.
Our core offerings include:
Raw Oysters on the Half Shell – Sustainably sourced and expertly shucked live, served with seasonal mignonettes and dressings.
Torched Oysters – Fire-blistered on-site with infused butters and bold flavors for a warm twist on the classic raw bar.
Seafood Bars – Customizable spreads including shrimp cocktail, scallop ceviche, clams casino, smoked salmon, and more.
Oyster Tastings & Pairings – Dive into East Coast vs. West Coast oysters, learn about merroir, and explore curated pairings with wine, beer, or sake.
Pop-Ups & Private Events – From NYC breweries and art galleries to destination weddings and rooftop parties, we bring the vibe and the shellfish.
We’re based in New York City and regularly serve Long Island, New Jersey, and the Northeast—but we also travel across the U.S. for large-scale events, oyster festivals, and private oyster parties.
Why We Shuck
We’re building a better oyster culture—one that’s flavorful, fearless, and rooted in respect. Every shell we serve honors the hands that grew it and the guests we serve it to.
When you book The Wandering Shuckers Co., you’re not just hiring oyster shuckers—you’re inviting educators, entertainers, and raw bar professionals into your space.
We believe in:
Championing oyster farmers and sustainable aquaculture
Helping people learn how to taste oysters, not just eat them
Creating high-energy, no-fluff raw bar experiences with soul
Who We Are
Founder Rutvik Patel brings over 20 years of hospitality experience and a reputation as one of the most dynamic oyster shuckers in the country. From The Masters Golf Tournament to Jazz Fest in New Orleans, he’s shucked oysters in over 21 states—and counting.
His partner and co-lead, Mahnaz Damania, brings a background in theater and storytelling that adds a layer of creative flair and connection to every event. Together, they lead a passionate team of professional shuckers committed to serving oysters with integrity, precision, and personality.
Planning an Event?
Whether you’re hosting a wedding, pop-up, seafood tasting, or private oyster class, we make it easy to bring the raw bar to you.
We provide the oysters, the shuckers, the tools, and the fire.
You bring the people—we’ll handle the rest.
Contact us to book your event.
Let’s get shuck around and find out.
