It’s no secret that oysters hold a special place in the hearts and lifestyles of New Yorkers everywhere. Here are some spots in NYC where you can indulge in fresh, delicious oysters and unique culinary experiences.
Psaraki
Psaraki, a traditional urban Greek restaurant on the Brooklyn waterfront, evokes the charm of seaside tavernas found along the shores of Greece. Psaraki offers East and West coast Irish Point Oysters that are served naked with chili, tobacco and cocktail sauce on the side.
Pineapple Club
At Pineapple Club, a lively and vibrant restaurant bar in the East Village, you can enjoy delicious Wellfleet Oysters, sourced from Massachusetts, and served by the half dozen and full dozen. The Wellfleet Oysters,
accompanied by a savory cocktail sauce and mignonette, make for the perfect pairing with Pineapple Club’s signature cocktails. Every Monday, from 5 p.m. until close, these oysters are specially priced at $1 per oyster.
Blu on the Hudson
Blu on the Hudson brings a New York City-style dining experience to the waterfront in Weehawken, New Jersey, featuring stunning views of the Hudson River and Manhattan skyline. Executive Chef J.C. Ortega has created a bold seafood-centric menu with an extensive raw bar selection.
Some options on the menu at Blu include Half Naked East Coast Oysters which are half dressed with green tomato vinaigrette and served with tomato granita on the side. There are also Gold Kumamoto Oysters served naked with lime white ponzu and Blu’s cocktail sauce.
Sagaponack
Sagaponack is an Asian and Mediterranean-inspired seafood restaurant built to emulate a Hamptons-esque environment.
Oyster enthusiasts have a prolific selection of three variations of oysters; Dressed Oysters, including a Cucumber oyster with yuzu kosho and dill, and Caviar, with Adamas Siberian caviar laid on top of a buttermilk and yogurt base.
Hortus NYC
Hortus NYC is a stylish, Asian-inspired restaurant that emphasizes a design-forward atmosphere and a menu of carefully curated dishes that blend the flavors of Southeast Asia from Executive Chef Geo Park (Michelin-starred Jua).
Enjoy their raw selection of oysters indoor in Hortus NYC’s elegant bi-level dining space or outdoor in their hidden garden oasis.
Seafood enthusiasts can dive into a raw bar which highlights fresh selections from both the East and West coast, offered during both brunch and dinner.
Hortus NYC provides a selection of half dozen, one dozen and two dozen oysters from Island Creek (East) as well as Kumamoto (West).
Guests can enjoy their choice of oysters with a variation of Asian-inspired dressings. Hortus NYC also offers a large HORTUS Royal Platter, which is composed of chilled lobster tail, hamachi crudo, shrimp cocktail, and one dozen oysters.