Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Bar Belly, Lure Fishbar and Umberto’s Clam House, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale places for oysters in Chinatown. Top-rated oysters spots at the right price.
Chinatown's Upscale Oysters Destinations
Explore a sophisticated side of Chinatown where premium raw bars and elegant dining rooms offer a refined take on the neighborhood's vibrant food scene. This collection features premier destinations for fresh seafood and classic steakhouse fare, ranging from the nautical charm of Lure Fishbar to the indulgent cuts at Bowery Meat Company. Each establishment provides an upscale atmosphere ideal for savoring expertly shucked oysters and high-end coastal cuisine in the heart of the city.
9 restaurants in Best Upscale Oysters in Chinatown | Top Upscale Spots
- Bar Belly · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Lure Fishbar · rated 4.4/5: Seafood.
- Umberto’s Clam House · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- Ten Bells · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Banzarbar · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Grey Lady · rated 3/5: Seafood.
- Dorlan's Tavern & Oyster Bar · rated 3/5: Seafood.
- Bowery Meat Company: Steakhouse.
- Lure Fishbar: Seafood.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.








