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upstate craft beer & oyster bar

Restaurant Bar Oyster bar restaurant

Small oyster bar with a rotating roster of craft beers, known for its popular happy hour. People often mention oysters, beer, hour, pasta, happy,


Address

95 1st Ave., New York, NY 10003

Website

upstatenyc.com

Contact

(646) 791-5400

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (839 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Monday: 5 to 9:30 PM
  • Tuesday: 5 to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 5 to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 5 to 10 PM
  • Friday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Saturday: 5 to 10:30 PM
  • Sunday: 5 to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: oysters (16) beer (9) hour (8) pasta (7) happy (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 1/5 Xiaojia W. 9 months ago on Google
    They overbooked people and we ended up waiting over half an hour despite arriving earlier than our reservation time. Our reservation was at 6:15pm, and they sat us down at 6:40. Service is also very slow, its been another 30 mins since we placed the order, we're still waiting for our food as I'm writing this review. Update: The server for our table was extremly disrespectful. He told my friend to "put your hand down" as if she's a child and then walked away to get water when we were merely hoping to get his attention to order food. Not sure if it's because we're three small Asian ladies because he didn't treat the two tables next to us with the same level of disrespect. Although the food was okay (the escargot was flavorless but the oysters, squid ink pasta, and the scallop w/ carrot purée were decent), we would never return to this place again and would advise others to avoid it because there's just so many other restaurants with much better service and food in this neighborhood.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nayara L. 1 year ago on Google
    The food is good, and the service is very fast. They have an extensive selection of oysters. The happy hour deal is half a dozen oysters + beer for $12. I wish they had a more extensive beer selection. Everything else is excellent.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Asher B. 9 months ago on Google
    Came here for the oyster happy hour and left super satisfied. The deal was a draft beer and six oysters for $12. There were three different types of oysters and the waitress recommended trying two of each. They were all pretty delicious but the small ones from south hampton were the tastiest. I ended up getting a second happy hour deal! The waitress was friendly and helpful and the place had a nice ambience. Also really enjoyed the whiskey cake before leaving. Hope to be back soon!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 bonnie g. 1 year ago on Google
    Always outstanding! We frequent this little gem and it never disappoints. Oysters are the best, definitely try their happy hour, 6 oysters and a draft beer for $12. The food is all cooked to perfection, try the tuna, it’s to die for, charred to perfection every time! And their tartare is amazing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 William L. 2 years ago on Google
    I went here 3 times, I keep coming back because of the cheap oysters that they have and also because of how good they are. Make sure you get their scallops, uni dish with bread,rice, squid ink pasta! I would 110% come back. Im not sure if they still do the uni dish anymore but if they do, GET IT!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 lisa k. 1 year ago on Google
    We enjoyed the happy hour (5-7pm) oyster menu! One of my favorite pasta was the squid ink pasta! I highly recommend this restaurant!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashlyn L. 5 months ago on Google
    This NYC restaurant has become my absolute favorite over the past three year!! The food is exceptional, offered at reasonable prices, and the staff is very friendly without any sense of rushing you through dinner. Recommend the oysters, crudo with caviar and tuna with wasabi mashed potatoes!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Diego M. 2 years ago on Google
    Bottom line: stopped quickly for a drink. Service quick and efficient, beer and oysters hit the spot. Gluten line: oysters and wine are thankfully gluten free. They otherwise seem aware. Bottom line: this was just a quick stop but they had happy hour that included half a dozen oysters and a beer. We enjoyed everything and will definitely be returning again soon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 //DRIVELIKEIDO /. 1 year ago on Google
    Definitely love the new menu, Fruto Du Mar pasta is the best. The west coast Canadian oysters are as sweet as usual. The blood orange beer is finally back. The real surprise was a free ceviche stater ! That’s wonderful for a Friday night dinner
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erin H. 8 months ago on Google
    The best oyster bar in NYC! Visit here for Happy Hour, the oyster come with a beer ( a lot of local beer selection) if you prefer having wine, it is only $15. The entire also good, the pasta is the best! The only one we are not recommending is the cured salmon, it is super salty!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Suyeon H. 9 months ago on Google
    I was on a trip in NYC and this was the best experience I had! We came in late on a Friday night, and the bartender/server was very attentive that he made recommendations on wine, oysters, etc. This was by far the best service I’ve ever received and I would definitely come back when I visit the city again! Of course, the food was great - oysters were fresh and house made sauce was top-notch!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jimena G. 7 months ago on Google
    Amazing restaurant to have a romantic dinner! I went there with my boyfriend for our anniversary and we both loved it! The food was so fresh and tasty! The waiter’s drink recommendations were spot on and we are definitely coming back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jenn L. 11 months ago on Google
    Been on my list given it’s in the neighbourhood and on multiple NYC HH spots. Was truly impressed by the food. Oyster - agree with other reviewers prob the best in the city I’ve tried. There was touches of Japanese infused flavours that I wasn’t 100% thrilled by but regardless delicious. Squid ink pasta with uni & fish roe was the most delicious dish between textures and flavours. We shared everything plus had a cocktail each which was perfect. Will definitely return for HH.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Darren C. 5 months ago on Google
    Truly the best oyster experience in my life to date! The owner curates a wide array of oysters from the east and west coast. They were fresh and delicious. My gf and I had about 40 or so lol. We also enjoyed the marlin with caviar which a rich and robust flavor and the uni. 10 outta 10 highly recommend! A big thank you to the hard working staff and owner! Cheers! Hope to see you soon
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex B. 1 year ago on Google
    Although the portions are small for the price, the food is extraordinarily good. The service is great, and I regret not getting the oysters. The ravioli was cold on the outside (bleaugh), but the crab was very fresh inside. The other dish was very exceptional. Will definitely be back for the happy hour!

  • 5/5 Meghan H. 1 year ago on Google
    So good, went here a couple times while in New York and always sat in the outdoor section. Really nice cocktails (they are also very willing to turn them into mocktails) and all of the seafood was great.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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