These oysters are grown in an exclusive area that is very challenging to raise oysters. Because there are not many farms in the area, Quonnie Rocks are a rare delicacy. The “bottom grown” method makes for clean, hard, green-hued shells that are also easy to shuck.
Farmer: Jim Arnoux
Oyster Varieties: Quonnie Rock Oysters, East Beach Blondes™
Oyster Distribution: Via the Ocean State Shellfish Cooperative; sells to wholesalers, direct ship to restaurants.
Local Dealers: Tony’s Seafood in Warren
Narragansett Bay Lobster
Local Restaurants: Bristol Oyster Bar
Sea Goose in Westerly
Matunuck Oyster Bar
2 Locations: Quonochontaug Pond & Ninigret Pond, Charlestown
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Member Farm – Ocean State Shellfish Cooperative
East Beach Blondes
Quonnie Rocks
