Best places: Oyster bar restaurants in New York County

Lively place for classic American fare and specialty cocktails in spacious digs.

A seasonal, clam-focused seafood menu presented in a cozy, brick-walled space with large windows.

Cozy eatery serving oysters, snacks & drinks in vintage-inspired digs with live music & DJ nights.

Hip Cobble Hill pub serving grass-fed burgers, salads, sandwiches & sophisticated cocktails.

British-born restaurant known for lobster rolls, lobsters, and burgers in a big space with a happy hour.

This seasonal oyster bar on the deck of a historic fishing boat serves seafood entrees & drinks.

Emilia-Romagna cuisine in a warm setting, plus cocktails & a robust Italian wine list.

Hipster-friendly American eatery in Fort Greene, spun off from the Williamsburg original.

Cozy, brick-lined restaurant with a homey ambiance serving New American dishes, wine & craft beer.

😐 I’ve had inconsistent experiences here. The first time I came here, I came in a group with people who go often and know people there so of course the service was impeccable. Decided to come again alone since the first time was so great and it was the complete opposite. I sat at the bar and the barte...

Modern spot with a pool table for tapas & raw oysters, plus clever cocktails, many whiskeys & sake.

Cozy Euro-centric den offering organic wines, small plates for sharing & oysters in dark confines.

😠 Ive eaten here a few times and the food is fine , very simple concept thats executed fairly well. the atmosphere is so intense and unbearable. ive seen the chef yell at staff during the middle of service in a very confined space multiple times. staff seems generally anxious and the middle aged woman...

Burgers & other American comfort food in down-to-earth digs with a lively atmosphere.

From May to October this docked Coast Guard lightship is home to a vibrant bar scene.

Warm eatery & bar featuring craft cocktails & raw oysters in comfy digs with a vintage vibe.

Intimate watering hole with quirky art on the walls & an extensive by-the-glass & bottle selection.

Modern French bistro serving up classic fare in a chic, vintagey space with a garden.

Bar on a vintage boat docked at the pier, serving oysters & other seafood with cocktails & wines.

Venerated, iconic eatery serving raw oysters, pan roasts & chowders in a bustling, vaulted setting.