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Thu / May 23
Gastropub / Oyster Bar
Reviewed by Chris K.
"Upon entering Cornelius, my first impression was, 'Ah, ho-hum, another Brooklyn hipster eatery, guess I'll have a beer.' Twenty minutes and two Coney ..." more
565 Vanderbilt Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Party Earth Review A warm and stylish slice of the Big Easy right in the heart of Williamsburg, Maison Premiere is an oyster and absinthe bar catering to the more discerning hipsters of Bedford Avenue. Founded by Le Barricou’s Josh Boissy and decorated by John and Kevin McCormick of Moto and Smith & Mills fame, the venue provides a swanky ... more
298 Bedford Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Oyster Bar / Restaurant
Party Earth Review Legend has it that oysters are an aphrodisiac, so a cushy spot with an oyster bar seems made for amorous encounters – and that’s just what The Ten Bells delivers. Although the venue’s simple chalkboard sign in front of a black tenement door is less than promising, this candlelit and affably chic wine cellar turns out to ... more
247 Broome Street
New York, NY 10002
A certain old-world class comes with slurping a quivering mollusk from its icy shell, and oyster bars in New York cultivate it in spades. But while many places offer special oyster-friendly nights, only a few make this culinary treat their specialty.
For the hip young oyster aficionado, the New York oyster bar of choice is Maison Premiere. Located on Bedford Avenue in too-cool Williamsburg, this cozy day spot not only has a huge variety of oysters – twenty or so in total – but also presents an excellent cocktail menu, including a large absinthe list, that goes well with its ivied old-world décor. For a more traditional dining experience, the Ten Bells on the Lower East Side uses its tin ceiling, extensive wine list, and shady hidden entrance to exude a sexy atmosphere that only helps remind guests of the amorous qualities said to be attributed with oysters. Both places go for an upscale vibe, as no one likes to eat raw shellfish in questionable surroundings, but each has its own sense of comfort that will assuage the worries of any oyster amateurs present.
NYC oyster bars may be few and far between, but the quality of service and décor in these select few places allow this city to flex its culinary mussels.
Sea Witch Tavern
The Lion
The Ainsworth
The Shanty
Bagatelle
Exchange Alley
Idle Hands
200 Orchard