Types of Oysters in Rhode Island

East Beach Blonde Oyster
Cedar Point oyster
Matunuck oyster
Moonstone oyster
Blue point oyster

East Beach Blondes (Charlestown Salt Pond): Famous for their light-colored shells and sweet taste.

Cedar Island (Point Judith Pond): Known for a sweet and balanced taste.

Matunucks (Potter’s Pond): A popular choice with a crisp, briny start, and a plump, sweet finish.

Moonstones (Point Judith Pond): Large oysters with deep, white shells, they often have a high-salinity taste.

Rome Points (North Kingstown): Raised in Narragansett Bay with a distinct, salty taste.