5 Best Oyster Bars In Clinton Hill

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1. Strange Delight

4.8

Exceptional(351)

$$$$

• Oyster bar • Fort Greene

Strange Delight in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, offers an extraordinary seafood experience, drawing inspiration from both New Orleans and New York's rich oyster history. Known for its "incredibly fresh and uniquely flavorful" seafood towers and "NOLA-spot on" charbroiled oysters, this contemporary oyster bar sets the bar high for seafood lovers. Diners rave about the Blackened Swordfish Belly and Shrimp Remoulade, describing the dishes as “comfortingly delicious.” The restaurant's "fantastic food, attentive service, and amazing ambiance" make it a must-visit destination. With its creative and authentic seafood offerings, Strange Delight is indeed a "seafood heaven right in BK."

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2. Gage & Tollner

4.7

Exceptional(339)

$$$$

• Oyster bar • Downtown Brooklyn

Booked 56 times today

For more than a century, Gage & Tollner was the cornerstone of the Brooklyn restaurant world. Generations of Brooklynites found comfort and community in Gage & Tollner’s magnificent landmarked dining room; generations from now, we want our children and grandchildren to find comfort here, too.With three longtime friends and celebrated local restaurateurs at the helm -- partners Sohui Kim (chef, Insa / The Good Fork), Ben Schneider (Insa / The Good Fork), and St. John Frizell (Fort Defiance) -- our community-driven team has worked to restore Gage & Tollner to its former glory and guide it into the 21st century. Consistently on The New York Times Best Restaurants List since reopening (2021-2024), our delicious chophouse menu takes inspiration from the Gage & Tollner archives, honoring and elevating beloved longtime classics with meticulously-sourced ingredients and diligent technique.

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3. Aquarelle Seafood Mediterranean East Village Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(272)

$$$$

• Oyster bar • East Village

Booked 23 times today

Tucked into one of Manhattan most vibrant and beloved neighborhoods, Aquarelle brings the coastal soul of the Mediterranean to the East Village — one plate at a time.From the sun-kissed shores of Southern Italy and the Greek Islands to the spice-laced coasts of North Africa and the Levant. Our menu offers a curated journey across the Mediterranean, highlighting the freshest seafood prepared with authenticity, care, and creativity.What makes us special?A rotating selection of crudo — raw, pristine seafood dressed simply to let the ingredients shine.Signature dishes inspired by regions spanning from Sicily to Santorini, Antalya to AlexandriaA vibrant, coastal-inspired atmosphere that blends Old World charm with East Village edgeLocally sourced ingredients, global techniques, and bold, clean flavorsWhether you're savoring delicate scallop crudo, charcoal-grilled octopus, or whole branzino kissed with lemon and herbs — every bite is a passport to the Mediterranean.

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4. Siren Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(52)

$$$$

• Oyster bar • Windsor Terrace

Booked 1 time today

Siren Restaurant & Bar in Park Slope, Brooklyn is where refined dining meets a vibrant cocktail scene. Our menu brings together the best of land and sea, blending fresh seafood with thoughtfully crafted pastas, seasonal entrées, and signature plates designed to impress. Complement your meal with artfully prepared cocktails or a curated wine selection, all served in a warm, elegant setting. Whether you’re joining us for dinner, drinks at the bar, or a special celebration, Siren creates an atmosphere where every detail is designed to elevate your experience. Reserve your table today.

5. Chin Up Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4)

$$$$

• Oyster bar • NoLita

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Chin Up BarNew York’s best place to drink Gin.Chin Up Bar is a Gin-focused cocktail bar with seafood-driven small plates and raw bar. Featuring a strikingly unique design and ceiling paintings by LES native Ori Carino, Chin Up Bar has dining room seating and private event space available for reservation, and a seated bar set aside for walk-in parties. Cocktails include signature versions of classics like the Martini, French 75, and Gimlet, as well as more modern and experimental offerings, while the back bar boasts one of the widest selections of gin on the East Coast. Food menu includes highlights such as fresh-shucked fried clams with caramelized onion dip, tuna crudo with beets and shiso, mussels escabeche, and rotating selections of live oysters.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Strange Delight

2. Gage & Tollner

3. Aquarelle Seafood Mediterranean East Village Restaurant

4. Siren Restaurant & Bar

5. Chin Up Bar

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