Where to Find Great Seafood in New York City

The saying goes, "Bright Lights, Big City." The locals say, "Dim the Lights, it's time to eat." New York plays host to some of the finest restaurants in the world. Seafood lovers can have a fabulous dining experience at these three local restaurants.

Pearl Oyster Bar
18 Cornelia St
New York, NY 10014
212-691-8211 • FAX: 212-691-8210
Web: www.pearloysterbar.com

If you are looking for an intimate setting, this is the place. Pearl Oyster Bar has a Cape Cod feel. The fried clams and clam chowder are highly recommended. The favorites are the grilled sweet pompano with fresh rosemary, blue point oysters and the fresh lobster rolls with hand-cut French fries. A slice of fresh blueberry pie for dessert is the ultimate. Dress code is casual.

Hudson River Café
697 W. 133rd Street
New York, NY 10027
212-491-9111
Web: www.hudsonrivercafe.com

This is a great bi-level restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating on both levels. There is live music on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights and during Sunday brunch. It offers a twist on seafood with various ethnic overtones. Recommended appetizers are the spring leaf salad, coconut-crusted shrimp in a spicy-hot Thai chili sauce and arctic char ceviche. If you enjoy Latin , Thai or African American influenced creations, this restaurant is a must do. Dress code is dressy casual and it is open late. Don't forget the martini with that shrimp.

Oyster Bar & Restaurant
Grand Central Terminal, Lower level
42nd Street
New York, NY 10017
212-490-6650
Web: www.oysterbarny.com

Can you imagine 30 different types of seafood under one roof? This is the daily menu at the Oyster Bar & Restaurant. All aboard! Get ready for the bustle of this location. Tourists stop here to enjoy the fresh oysters and extra-large sea scallops. The bouillabaisse taste delicious too. To go with that seafood is your choice of 150 wines and a dozen beers on draught. Reservations are definitely needed to get a table in this establishment. Private rooms are available. Dress code is casual.