Salt Wood – Seafood
Salt Wood captures the raw, elemental beauty of the coast, where the briny scent of freshly shucked oysters and the smoky warmth of the grill mingle in a space defined by rustic elegance. The kitchen transforms the local landscape into a sensory feast, from the delicate shimmer of California caviar and citrus-kissed hamachi crudo to hearty boards of artisanal charcuterie and steaming mussels. It is a place where the rhythm of the tides meets the artistry of the flame, offering a sophisticated yet soulful sanctuary for lovers of land and sea.
3295 Dunes Drive https://saltwoodkitchenandoysterette.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Salt Wood
Dairy-Free at Salt Wood
Salt Wood in Cambria Township has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Oysters (1/2 Dozen), Broccolini Salad and Raw Oysters (1/2 Dozen). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Salt Wood
Salt Wood in Cambria Township has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Oysters (1/2 Dozen), Broccolini Salad and Raw Oysters (1/2 Dozen). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Salt Wood
Salt Wood in Cambria Township has 19 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Oysters (1/2 Dozen), California Caviar Company and Chips & Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Salt Wood
Salt Wood in Cambria Township has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Raygun IPA. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Salt Wood
Salt Wood in Cambria Township has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chandon Brut (Glass) and Raygun IPA. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Salt Wood
Salt Wood in Cambria Township has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini Salad, Chandon Brut (Glass) and Raygun IPA. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Salt Wood
Salt Wood in Cambria Township has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Broccolini Salad, Local Vegetables, Raw & Pickled and Meyer Lemon Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Salt Wood
Salt Wood in Cambria Township has 14 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Market Salad, Broccolini Salad and Mac & Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Salt Wood
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Wood Cheese and Charcuterie | 72.9 g | 62.7 g |
| Clam Bucatini | 63.7 g | 38.8 g |
| Pacific Swordfish | 22.3 g | 29 g |
| Market Salad | 31.9 g | 25.3 g |
| Chips & Dip | 46.3 g | 25 g |
| Raygun IPA | 4.6 g | 21.7 g |
| Flannery Burger | 79.8 g | 20.5 g |
| Rigatoni | 10.6 g | 19.6 g |
| Twice-Baked Potato | 40.3 g | 18.2 g |
| Broccolini Salad | 13.6 g | 12.7 g |
| Crispy Brussels Sprouts | 119.3 g | 12 g |
| Raw Oysters (1/2 Dozen) | 54.9 g | 10.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 3:30 PM - 9:00 PM, Fr, Sa 15:30 - 9:30 PM, Sa, Su 10:00 - 2:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its diverse menu variety and fair pricing, guests appreciate the reliable dining experience that consistently meets expectations. Diners highlight the wide range of options available, noting that the selection offers a well-balanced variety for a satisfying and approachable meal.
Menu
Oysterette & Raw Bar
- Raw Oysters (1/2 Dozen) - $24: Chef's daily selection Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Oysters (1/2 Dozen) - $29: Chef's daily selection Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Caviar Company - $85: Queens reserve, creme fraiche, chive, lemon, french cocktail blini Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers & Snacks
- Chips & Dip - $16: House made chips, crème fraiche, trout roe and nori Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Vegetables, Raw & Pickled - $19: Cashew miso dip, chive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab & Artichoke - $21: Jumbo lump crab, seaweed, Otto’s bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mary’s Wings - $18: Dry rubbed chicken wings, jalapeno ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salt Wood Cheese and Charcuterie - $29: Chefs selection of 2 cheese, 2 meats, marinated olives, pickles, nuts, crackers, sourdough bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamachi Crudo - $23: Hamachi marinated crudo, ponzu sauce, seasonal citrus, half moon bay wasabi, crispy garlic Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Mussels - $26: Tomato broth, navy beans, fennel sausage Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Soups
- Clam Chowder - $16: Bakers bacon, surf clams, market potatoes, clovis cream, chives Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Market Salad - $19: Persimmon, apples, pumpkin seeds, ricotta salata Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Gem Caesar - $17: Sourdough and garlic crouton, preserved lemon, anchovy, parmesan cheese Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccolini Salad - $18: Lemon tahini, sesame seed, toasted pecans Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Rigatoni - $31: Tomato pomodoro, Calabrian chili crouton, lemon ricotta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Clam Bucatini - $38: Bucatini pasta, manila clams, braised fennel, white wine, fine herbs Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish & Chips - $28: Scrimshaw pilsner beer batter, house-made tartar, charred lemon Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flannery Burger - $25: Flannery Ranch patty, green chili chutney, fiscalini cheese, raw and caramelized onions, Otto’s brioche bun Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ibérico Pork - $42: Braised greens, 'nduja pepper purée, confit potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- 12 oz. NY Strip - $58: Chimichurri sauce, shoestring fries, house steak sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pacific Swordfish - $42: Artichoke heart, brown butter, Castelvetrano olives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Grilled Fish - $125: Ember pistou, seasonal chutney Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- 36 oz. Ribeye Tomahawk - $160: Black garlic BBQ sauce, beef jus, watercress Available at: dinner
Sides
- Mac & Cheese - $14: Cheese fonduta, Mollica bread crumb Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $14: Hazelnut, aged balsamic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Country Mashed Potatoes - $14: Brown butter, chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Twice-Baked Potato - $65: Caviar, fiscalini cheese, chives Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Meyer Lemon Cake - $16: Stonefruit, rosemary anglaise, basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Gelato & Sorbet - $12: Choice of: vanilla bean, banana dulce de leche, belgian dark chocolate, strawberry sorbet Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Pot de creme - $16: Dark chocolate mousse, chocolate crumble, candied hazelnut Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Black Cherry Lemon Drop - $18: Tito's Vodka, Fresh Lemon Juice, Black Cherry Puree with a Sugar Rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Salt Wood Margarita - $18: Volcan de mi Tierra Blanco, Cointreau, Fresh Lemon Juice, Agave, Vixta Float with Housemade, Tajin Rim Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- Eclipse By The Bay - $18: Grey Goose L'Orange, Campari, Passion Fruit Puree, Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice, Passion Fruit Foam Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Queen Bee - $22: Sir Davis Whiskey, Fresh Lemon Juice, Strawberry Honey Syrup, Garnished with Honey Comb and Strawberry
- Lavender by the Sea - $18: Empress Gin, Fresh lemon Juice, Lavender Simple Syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Raygun IPA - $7: Other Brother, 6.9% Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Chandon Brut (Glass) - $12: Napa, CA Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Salt Wood
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Families can enjoy a satisfying, approachable meal with a diverse menu variety that consistently meets expectations for a reliable experience.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Guests appreciate the fair pricing and diverse menu variety, noting that the selection offers a satisfying and approachable dining experience.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a sophisticated seafood experience with extensive dietary flexibility, including keto, vegan, and paleo options, would most enjoy this restaurant.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Salt Wood maintains an overall average rating of 3.0/5 for its seafood offerings and diverse menu variety.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include raw and grilled oysters, California caviar, hamachi crudo, steamed mussels, clam chowder, and the Flannery burger.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews mention no specific concerns, instead celebrating the diverse menu variety, fair pricing, and a reliable, satisfying dining experience.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Salt Wood is located at the coast, but the provided data does not specify a street address or city.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding Salt Wood's specific hours of operation.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Raw Oysters, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, and Ibérico Pork accommodate multiple diets simultaneously, including keto, gluten-free, dairy-free, and mediterranean options.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include raw and grilled oysters, California caviar, hamachi crudo, steamed mussels, Ibérico pork, and the Flannery burger.
- Is Salt Wood dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Salt Wood has 6 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Oysters (1/2 Dozen), Broccolini Salad and Raw Oysters (1/2 Dozen).
- What can I eat at Salt Wood on a dairy-free diet?
- Grilled Oysters (1/2 Dozen), Broccolini Salad and Raw Oysters (1/2 Dozen) carry the dairy-free tag, out of 6 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Salt Wood have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Broccolini Salad and Local Vegetables, Raw & Pickled.
- Is Salt Wood gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Salt Wood?
- Salt Wood Cheese and Charcuterie, at roughly 62.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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