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Grand Central Oyster Bar

4.1
4.1
7904 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
22:30
Booked 145 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
We are a New York landmark with Guastavino tiled vaulted ceilings located on the lower level of the magnificent Grand Central Terminal.

Our dining hours are from 11:30 AM to our last seating at 9:30 PM Monday through Friday. We are eager to serve you again!



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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–21:30
  • Phone number
    (212) 490-6650
  • Website
    http://www.oysterbarny.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Juan Lopez
  • Private party facilities
    Can accommodate parties of up to 600 for a buyout
  • Location
    Grand Central Terminal, 89 E. 42nd St., New York, NY 10017
  • Area
    Midtown East
  • Cross Street
    Vanderbilt and Lexington
  • Parking details
    There are various parking lots in the neighborhood.
  • Public transit
    Metro North; 4,5,6,7; Times Square Shuttle
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 7,904 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grand Central Oyster Bar offers a classic New York experience with a historic ambiance and "superb food." Known for its "excellent selection of fresh and delicious oysters," it remains a favorite for locals and visitors alike. While the service can be "amazing," some diners report inconsistencies. A must-visit for seafood enthusiasts!

7,904 Reviews

  1. John

    VIP

    New York City

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good despite immense size.. Courteous service; excellent food; a real trouper going back over years.

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  2. Jennifer

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best oysters ever! Everything was great. A wonderful experience for tourists and New Yorkers.

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  3. Andre

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Solid, everything tasty and we ordered many dishes as the menu is very extensive, everything tasted fresh and our server was very attentive and friendly. Don’t skip the rice pudding. Worth going for the historical experience alone and for when you want to be overwhelmed by seafood choices.

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  4. Laura

    VIP

    Mexico City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Pésima atención del hostess y la Comida muy normal

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  5. Rachel

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The GCOB is the perfect in its retro vibe that covers several decades. The service is great and the food is great. We will be back anytime that we come to NYC.

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  6. Seth

    New York City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Sad to say but the Grand Central Oyster Bar, while iconic, has taken a big step back with the food and service. As a result, it’s a poor value. If you’re still going to eat here, stick to the basics and avoid the overpriced, disappointing fish dishes.

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  7. Rachel

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Hostess was absolutely rude but we didn't let let it get us down. The actual servers are super nice and accommodating

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  8. Jens

    VIP

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Unfriendly waiters, long waiting for the food. Food not made with love. Vegetables not seasoned.

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  9. Elizabeth

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The location is unbeatable and the food is consistent.

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  10. william

    VIP

    London

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food in a spectacular venue. Highly recommend

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FAQs

Grand Central Oyster Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 490-6650.

Grand Central Oyster Bar is rated 4.1 stars by 7904 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
22:30
Booked 145 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Grand Central Oyster Bar

Grand Central Terminal, 89 E. 42nd St., New York, NY 10017

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Vanderbilt and Lexington
  • Area
    Midtown East
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There are various parking lots in the neighborhood.
  • Public transit
    Metro North; 4,5,6,7; Times Square Shuttle
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Juan Lopez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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