"When Harry "Dock" Dougherty opened its doors in 1897, with a goal of bringing fresh seafood to Atlantic City, the restaurant was modest - just 60 seats and no liquor license - but it quickly became a favorite. Remarkably, Dock's has remained in the Dougherty family for four generations, a rare achievement in a city known for its fluctuating tourism that often fuels a restaurant's success."
"I recently dined at Dock's Oyster House, a 128-year-old seafood restaurant in Atlantic City. The atmosphere was bright and nautical-inspired, with an incredible seafood menu to match. The $47 seafood tower was an incredible value, and I'll be back in the near future. Dock's Oyster House has quietly anchored Atlantic City's dining scene for over 125 years. When Harry "Dock""
Dock's Oyster House opened in 1897 when Harry "Dock" Dougherty aimed to bring fresh seafood to Atlantic City. The original restaurant held just 60 seats and operated without a liquor license. The business grew quickly into a popular local establishment. Dock's has stayed in the Dougherty family for four generations, a rare continuity amid Atlantic City's changing tourism. The restaurant has been renovated, expanded, and modernized while preserving its historic charm and sense of history. The dining room presents a bright, nautical-inspired atmosphere. The menu focuses on seafood, and a $47 seafood tower delivers notable value.
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