Rappahannock Oyster Co.
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Seafood aquaculture, Restaurant |
| Founded | 1899 |
| Founder | James Croxton |
| Headquarters | Topping , United States |
Key people | Ryan Croxton, Travis Croxton (managers) |
| Products | Oysters (Rappahannocks, Stingrays, Snow Hills, Barcats, Olde Salts), Olde Salt Clams |
Rappahannock Oyster Co. is a seafood aquaculture enterprise headquartered in Topping, Virginia.
Background
Established in 1899 by James Croxton, the business is currently managed by his great-grandsons, cousins Ryan and Travis Croxton. The company specializes in cultivating five oyster varieties—Rappahannocks, Stingrays, Snow Hills, Barcats, and Olde Salts—alongside Olde Salt Clams. Weekly shipments exceed 180,000 oysters.
In addition to its aquaculture and wholesale operations, Rappahannock Oyster Co. owns and runs six dining establishments. Its premier location, the Rappahannock Oyster Bar, has earned accolades including being named one of the Five Outstanding Oyster Bars in the United States by the Wall Street Journal and listed among Esquire's Best New Restaurants.
The company’s restaurant portfolio comprises:
- Merroir Tasting Room (Topping, Virginia)
- Rappahannock Oyster Bar (Richmond, Virginia)
- Rappahannock Oyster Bar (Charleston, South Carolina)
- Rappahannock Oyster Bar (Los Angeles, California)
- Rappahannock Oyster Bar (Union Market)
- Rappahannock at the Wharf (Washington, D.C.)