Docks Oyster Bar
This lively Midtown East spot pairs fresh seafood with a grand Art Deco dining room styled like a vintage cruise liner.
- Mon – Fri, 11:30 – 22:00; Sat, 15:00 – 22:00; Sun, 15:00 – 21:00
- $$
- 633 3rd Avenue
- 4.4 (1741 reviews)
Description
Under grand chandeliers and rich wood, tables look out onto Third Avenue and 40th Street. The centerpiece is a daily-stocked raw bar shucking fresh oysters and clams, alongside a sushi counter. Notable menu items include smoky baked oysters that release a cloud of smoke when uncovered, crab cakes made with shredded crab and no fillers, and lobster kimchi rice. While the spot draws crowds for its lively happy hour, those seeking a quieter meal can opt for lunch, when the typically loud dining room settles down.