Whether you're casting a line or setting a feast, Buckroe Bait, Tackle & Seafood delivers the freshest catch and top-quality gear — right here in Hampton.
Buckroe Bait, Tackle & Seafood has been a fixture along the Hampton waterfront, serving anglers and seafood lovers with the same dedication every single day. We know what fresh means — because we see it arrive at our dock every morning.
Whether you need live bait that stays lively, tackle that handles the tough conditions of the Chesapeake, or a selection of shellfish and finfish so fresh it tastes like the coast, we've got you covered. Come see what the locals have been raving about.
Our seafood counter is stocked daily with the finest catch from local waters. Oysters, shrimp, crabs, and more — all selected for peak freshness and flavor.
Hand-selected Chesapeake oysters, shucked to order. Sweet, briny, and perfect for your next gathering.
Swept from the Virginia coast and delivered fresh. Available peeled, deveined, or in the shell — your choice.
Live and hard-shell blue crabs, plus quahogs and soft-shell varieties — everything for a classic Maryland-style boil.
Flounder, drum, redfish, and more — cleaned and filleted to your specs, or whole for the grill.
Mud minnows, sand fleas, cut bait, and more — kept in circulating tanks so they're ready when you are.
Building a feast? Let us assemble a custom box tailored to your recipe — from appetizers to main course.
From beginner to seasoned angler, our tackle department has the rods, reels, lines, and lures built for Chesapeake conditions. And when you're ready to eat what you catch, our seafood counter is just steps away.
Rods, reels, lines, hooks, lures, and terminal tackle — all selected for local species and conditions.
Fresh minnows, sand fleas, cut bait, and shrimp — kept alive and active in our circulating tanks.
Our team knows these waters inside and out. Ask us for the best spots, techniques, and what's biting today.
"The freshest seafood in Hampton, hands down. We drive from all over just to get our crab and oysters from Buckroe — and the tackle selection is unbeatable."
Conveniently located in the heart of Hampton, just minutes from the beach. Stop by anytime — we're here to help.
815 Buckroe Ave
Hampton, VA 23664
Mon – Sat: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hours may vary — call ahead to confirm.
Stop by Buckroe Bait, Tackle & Seafood or give us a call. We're here to help you make the most of your day on the water — and your dinner at the table.
