Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Bar Americano, Cho Dang Gol and Ke Aloha Sushi & Poke Bowl, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale places for oysters in New York City. Top-rated oysters spots at the right price.
New York City's Upscale Oysters Destinations
New York City offers a sophisticated landscape for oyster lovers, where the freshest catches meet elegant dining rooms across the city. This curated selection spans a diverse range of culinary styles, from classic American seafood houses and refined French bistros to upscale Greek tavernas and premier steakhouses. Whether you are seeking the chic atmosphere of Lure Fishbar, the Mediterranean excellence of Estiatorio Milos, or the elevated views at The Fulton, these destinations provide the perfect backdrop for a premium raw bar experience. Indulge in expertly shucked varieties at celebrated spots like Jeffrey's Grocery and Mastro's for a true taste of the city's most refined maritime offerings.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale Oysters in New York City | Top Upscale Spots
- Bar Americano · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Cho Dang Gol · rated 5/5: Korean.
- Ke Aloha Sushi & Poke Bowl · rated 5/5: Japanese.
- The Shell · rated 4.8/5: Seafood.
- Lowerline · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Jeffrey's Grocery · rated 4.6/5: Seafood.
- Mastro's · rated 4.5/5: Steakhouse.
- Estiatorio Milos · rated 4.5/5: Greek.
- Hook & Reel · rated 4.5/5: Seafood.
- Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar · rated 4.5/5: Seafood.
- Lighthouse · rated 4.5/5: Seafood.
- Crave Fishbar · rated 4.5/5: Seafood.
- Bar Belly · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Poké Bar · rated 4.5/5: Japanese.
- Lure Fishbar · rated 4.4/5: Seafood.
- London Lennie's · rated 4.4/5: Seafood.
- Avra · rated 4.4/5: Greek.
- Bayridge Sushi · rated 4.4/5: Japanese.
- Siren · rated 4.4/5: Seafood.
- Blue Fin · rated 4.3/5: Seafood.
- Hook and Reel · rated 4.3/5: Seafood.
- Blue Sea Taverna · rated 4.3/5: Greek.
- Brooklyn Crab · rated 4.2/5: Seafood.
- The Fulton · rated 4.2/5: Seafood.
- Island · rated 4.2/5: Seafood.
- Umberto’s Clam House · rated 4.1/5: Italian.
- Kumo · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Lobster Place · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Inkaico · rated 4/5: Spanish.
- Lundy Bros. · rated 4/5: 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.
