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Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant

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Grand Central Terminal
89 E. 42nd St., New York, NY 10017 40.752271 -73.977938
at Vanderbilt Ave.  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-490-6650 Send to Phone

  • Cuisine: American Traditional, Seafood
  • Price Range: $$$

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  • Reader Rating:

    4 out of 10

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Official Website

oysterbarny.com

Hours

Mon-Fri, 11:30am-10pm; Sat, noon-10pm; Sun, closed

Nearby Subway Stops

4, 5, 6, 7, S at Grand Central-42nd St.

Prices

$17.95-$29.95

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Special Features

  • Bar Scene
  • Classic NY
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Good for Groups
  • Lunch
  • Take-Out

Alcohol

  • Sake and Sojou
  • Full Bar

Reservations

Recommended

Profile

Unperturbed by the arriviste competition in the food court next door, the jewel of the pre-renovation Terminal continues to serve superlative pan roasts and clam chowders, and an overwhelming assortment of East and West Coast oysters. The sprawling subterranean space has the hustle-bustle feel of a cafeteria, which its snaking counters resemble, but don't be fooled—you pay for the privilege of eating under that vaulted tile ceiling. — Rob Patronite and Robin Raisfeld

Extra

Mark your calendar for Herring Week, held every June.

Recommended Dishes

Fried oysters, $21.95

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