Author(s):
Bob Cannon
Celebrate Oyster Week from Sept. 16-Oct. 1 at these NYC restaurants.
Grand Central Oyster Bar
Since 1913, eager eaters have made the Grand Central Oyster Bar a must destination. Its name is somewhat misleading: It’s also a stellar seafood restaurant. But about those oysters: Throughout the year, a total of 257 types from around the world are featured. 89 E. 42nd St., 212.490.6650, oysterbarny.com
Dock’s Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill
This Art Deco restaurant’s raw bar features shrimp, crabs, clams and (East and West Coast) oysters served on the half shell. Live jazz on Tuesday nights and Sunday brunch. 633 Third Ave., 212.986.8080, docksoysterbar.com
Cull & Pistol Oyster Bar
With the ambience of an upscale fish shack and just 48 seats, Cull & Pistol is a cozy newcomer to the Chelsea Market scene. It pays to book ahead: With a little luck, you can get a view of the scenic oyster bar. 75 Ninth Ave., 212.255.5672, lobsterplace.com
The Mermaid Inn
The folks at The Mermaid Inn not only offer fresh oysters in three festive NYC locales, they’ve created the Oysterpedia app (available on iOS), which takes the guesswork out of ordering oysters and lets you know what’s in season. 96 Second Ave., 212.674.5870, themermaidnyc.com
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New York City
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Aw shucks, folks, Oyster Week is happening in New York City from September 16 to October 1.
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