Docks Oyster Bar

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.