Grand Central Oyster Bar
$$$ • Seafood, American Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Grand Central Oyster Bar
Customers' Favorites
Oysters on the Half Shell and Cherrystone Clams
Maine Lobster Roll w Cole Slaw
New England Clam Chowder
クラムチャウダー
Manhattan Clam Chowder
Florida Key Lime Pie
Oysters Rockefeller
New York Cheesecake
Sándwich de Ostras
Great Key Lime Pie
Grand Central Oyster Bar Reviews
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My #1 place in NYC. Period. Full stop.
The service gentlemen are super informative and helpful. I learned a lot of knowledge of oysters.
The restaurant was uncomfortably hot, as if the air conditioning wasn’t working. A few of the oysters we were served had gone bad, which was very disappointing. They replaced them with a different variety, and the servers were friendly and kind throughout the meal.
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 |
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. It feels like stepping into a historic time capsule, with vaulted ceilings, red tablecloths, and warm lighting. Recent visitors have enjoyed fresh herring, perfectly fried oysters, and generous portions, though some oysters had shell pieces or had gone bad. Some dishes, including old and frozen crabs claws and partly cooked, greasy soft shell crabs, disappointed diners. The servers were friendly and kind, and staff were attentive. The location can be quite loud during peak hours, but the noise seems manageable. Prices felt steep for the portions, but the seafood remains a reliable choice. Overall, the Grand Central Oyster Bar is recognized for its excellent food and lively atmosphere, making it a classic destination for diners.