Grand Central Oyster Bar
$$$ • Seafood, American
Hours:
89 E 42nd St, New York
(212) 490-6650
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My #1 place in NYC. Period. Full stop.
We sat at one of the counters, on vacation from Texas was looking forward to a different experience. Our waiter had a huge frown on his face once we sat down pretty much threw the menus at us and walked away. We ordered our appetizers, my husband ordered a crab cocktail and I ordered 6 oysters. My husband’s crab was delivered within 5 minutes however 10 minutes later I asked about the oysters and he just walked over to the oyster bar grabbed 6 oysters and plopped them down....read full review
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Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 9:30PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 9:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 9:30PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 9:30PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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The Grand Central Oyster Bar offers a variety of seafood options, with oysters and fish being particular highlights. The restaurant has a nice ambiance and a good wine selection, making it a great spot for seafood lovers. Although service can sometimes be slow, recent reviews indicate that it has been attentive and quick at times. The food is generally praised, with standout dishes including fried oysters, fresh tuna, and the New England clam chowder, which is noted as perfect without any additional seasoning. Recent visitors have enjoyed the fresh oysters and mentioned the black sea bass with roasted potatoes and Brussels sprouts, although some found the potatoes a bit underdone. The location can be quite loud during peak hours, but the noise seems manageable. While some dishes, like the crabcakes with red sauce, may not be to everyone's taste, the seafood remains a reliable choice. Overall, the Grand Central Oyster Bar is recognized for its excellent food, lively atmosphere, and good service, making it a classic destination for diners.