Grand Central Oyster Bar
2.3
from - Neighborhood: Midtown
- Grand Central Station
- 89 E 42nd St.
- New York, NY 10017
- 212-490-6650
- Price range: $$$$ ($26-$30)
The checkered tablecloths don't exactly go with the high vaulted golden ceilings, but the grandeur of old high society is still palpable at this 1913 classic, especially in the attitude of some of the staff. Still the restaurant is always packed with executives and tourists searching for fresh seafood. (Vegetarians and meat-eaters, beware: That's all they serve.)
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Vanderbilt Avenue
- Parking:
- Street
The Basics
- Hours:
-
Mon.-Fri. 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Sat. 12 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
- Cuisine:
- Crab, Seafood, and American Traditional and Classic
- Meals Served:
- Lunch and Dinner
- Price Range:
- $$$$ ($26-$30)
- Reservations:
- Recommended
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Audience:
- All Ages
Features
- Atmosphere and Personality:
- Tourist Spot, Upscale, and Area Classic
- Noise Level:
- Moderate
- Features:
- Takeout/Carryout
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities
- Payment Methods:
- Discover Card, Visa, and Major Credit Cards
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Rate Grand Central Oyster...
"Completely disappointing"
By saraht from Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, June 21, 2009
I can't agree with Wavo's review more. I have been here a couple times for different birthday events and while the ambiance is gorgeous, the food a...
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"A Big Disappointment"
By Wavo from Atlanta, December 30, 2007
This was the first real disappointment I’ve ever had in Manhattan. The mediocre food and poor service was not worth the 40 minute wait at lunch. T...
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"A Grand Experience"
By Frankie the cheese from Manhattan, July 11, 2007
You can have a good time here and you I say check it out if you haven't been there before. But it's a bit pricey for me.
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