I've been coming here since 2014 for the happy hour and it's always been good! The vino verde is $8/glass on happy hour and the happy hour goes until 6:30pm on Friday nights which is great! We also had the east coast oysters which were perfectly briny just like I like them. The octopus was perfectly cooked and very flavorful, as were the black squid ink pasta and ahi tuna. I've also come for the mussels happy hour and really enjoyed them too. My favorite part of coming here though is the discounted wine and hanging out with friends here until 10pm give or take after the happy hour. The servers are always friendly and will occasionally give you a break on getting things off the happy hour menu a little bit late. Very fun happy hour spot with a great vino verde white wine and great fresh and good tasting seafood! read more

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Crave Fishbar is one of my favorite places in the city to eat. I have been a regular for a very long time and I have never been disappointed by the food or the service. In the summer it is lovely to sit outside. In the winter it's cozy inside. They have space upstairs too if you want something less loud. Now the food- this is my go-to place for oysters. They also do oyster happy hour. They are always fresh and the best part is the focus that Crave has on sustainability. The food is incredible. You really cannot go wrong with anything you order here but a lot of the times I return, it's because I am craving the following: 1. Salmon Sashimi Tostada- my absolute favorite on the menu and total flavor bomb 2. Seared Rare Yellowin Tuna- definitely my entree of choice 3. Garlic Chive Griddled Rice- never noticed this before but it was so delicious as a side 4. CFB cookie- warm and delicious Honorable mentions: 1. Salmon crispy rice 2. Tri-color crudo- fresh fish with a delicious garlic Chip crunch read more

Crave Fishbar - Salmon Tostadas (4 pcs) - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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Amazing! We went for Oysters and some appetizers. Their outdoor seating will be open in a couple of weeks. Our spicy margaritas were perfect. The portions were small so we ended up ordering fries as well. I would probably pass on the crispy rice. The vibe, music, lighting and seating was perfect anywhere you sit will be a nice table. Our waitress was the star... she knew the menu well and when we asked about Oysters she really knew her stuff! Loved her and our experience here read more

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This is an intimate sushi spot that serves very fresh handmade sushi. Our waiter was super friendly and helpful. Their cocktails and mocktails alike were well crafted. i had the lychee mocktail which was excellent. Their bao buns were tasty, as were the handrolls. Their raw oysters were fresh and grated horseradish cocktail sauce and tabasco are great accompaniments. read more

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WE last visited Dec 2023 and Brian was awesome. This time Jney (Iney) was just as awesome even though she was working all the tables. We enjoyed the lobster curry ( a bit spicy), the Barrmundi and sliders. The appetisers were OK and our server gave us a substitute (very nice). Sunday supper is a bargain. read more

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Superbly fresh oysters and clams. Service professional but not friendly. West coast oysters smaller varietiees. Quality of fish excellent read more

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Everything was amazing about this place - from the food especially the calamari to the ambiance and service. I would definitely return to try other items from the menu. read more

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We came for happy hour which is on the weekends as well. We got some oysters, the salmon tostados and a slider. The sliders took a long time to come and we also didn't realize they accidentally gave us double serving of the salmon. It was only until we got the bill that we noticed it was double the price but they took off the slider since it took so long to come. The salmon definitely my favorite item, which was tasty and fresh. read more

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Dinner at Crave Fish Bar in Kips Bay which is my favorite seafood place in NYC. We started with the salmon sashimi tostada. For mains, we shared the lobster roll with spicy avocado garlic aioli, and the seared yellowfin tuna with coriander adobo, mexican corn, and smashed fingerling potatoes. read more

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it's just okay and they have the same things on the menu which. doesn't feel very innovative but their happy hour seems like a very good deal also it's weird that they have two location s maybe one is an overflow for the other ??? right next to each other. the one further uptown seems nicer read more

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Blown away! Just enjoyed an excellent meal here with friends. Made a res for 4 for 6:30, and the place was hopping but our table was there for us as soon as we walked in, about 3 minutes ahead of the res - our friends arrived just as we were sitting down. In fact, when we entered, the hostess asked if we would like to sit upstairs or at a table right by the entrance; beautiful warm spring evening so we sat by the entrance and a window wall open to the outside. There were a few tables out on the sidewalk too. Very pleasant place to be. The server, a delightful young man, Juan M it says on the receipt, gave us menus and told us that we had a few minutes left if we wanted to get anything from the happy hour menu. We asked questions about a couple of items which were also on the regular menu as appetizers and he patiently explained the differences for us. Nobody wanted any drinks, but one of our friends had seltzer instead of water - free refill, which was lovely. First of all, this really impressed me, the menu proudly states that they are partnered with the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch; I often consult Seafood Watch when I buy fish to cook at home. They serve only wild caught and sustainable fish; I believe that sustainable seafood is important. We shared the za'atar cauliflower, listed as a side dish, as our appetizer for the table. Our entrees: 1 tuna, served beautifully sliced and perfectly pink on the inside of each slice, over smashed potatoes and corn, a little queso fresco and some salsa; 1 little gem salad with grilled salmon; and 2 plancha grilled barramundi. If I tell you that everything we ordered was served with appearance in mind (we do actually "eat with our eyes" before we even taste our food). And every. single. person. in our little group was blown away by the flavors and high quality of our food! I love spicy, and the barramundi came with a miso-honey glaze plus chipotle oil. The other person who ordered the barramundi got his chipotle oil in a little dish on the side, as he doesn't like spicy. I poured most of his extra over my fish. It really had just a teeny tiny kick to it, not at all what I'd call spicy, not in the least. But believe me that fish was SO delicious! It was a decent size piece for the money, too, and served atop 3 of the fattest asparagus spears I've ever seen. The asparagus was perfectly cooked, just crunchy enough to need to be cut with a knife, but easily cut, and the combination was well paired. We chose not to have dessert. The waiter wasn't fazed at all, a 4-top where nobody ordered drinks or dessert. We had such a perfect meal, with excellent service, water and seltzer refilled, noise level loud but we could still hear each other talk (no mean feat with 4 people let's just say 60+ to be diplomatic). For as many years as my husband and I have walked by and said we have to try this place some day...we now know that we will definitely be there again! I want to try his tuna, he wants to try the barramundi, there are other good-sounding options too! If there's a branch of Crave along your route, I heartily recommend that you give it a try. read more

As I said back in 2016, I repeat in 2023, CRAVE Fishbar is a definite keeper. Last night 12/12, we recently returned with friends to celebrate the holiday season. The restaurant was bustling in merriment. We started off with a platter of 24 delicious briny East Coast bivalves (oysters, matey!) which went down well with our yummy spicy 'Good Life' margaritas. All followed by small plates of: Salmon Sashimi tostadas, Silky Fluke Nigiri, Grilled Octopus w fennel, crunchy Brussel sprouts with chorizo, grilled Cauliflower with jalapeño + cheese. All delicious and good! Our evening concluded with Crave's luscious silky Red Velvet Cheesecake. A good choice! *Merry Happy + Season's Greetings to all! Cheers!* **Peace On Earth** Thank you read more

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The beramundi miso glazed fish is outstanding. It is a top 10 meal for sure. Great service too

We came back to celebrate my belated birthday. Stevie, our server, was amazing!! She was so patient with us. The food was delicious and the flowers on the fire escape are perfect for pics!! We will be back!! read more

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This was an over priced and okay meal. I had been wanting to come to Crave Fishbar for quite some time and I had high expectations because of other reviews. I want to start off by saying the Fall Sangria was awful. It was sour, had absolutely no bourbon, and tasted like a sour seltzer water with juice a few fruits floating in it. The calamari was the best thing I had for dinner, and the Gulf Shrimp Roll decent, but not the best. My partner said the burger was at best a 5/10. I personally wouldn't eat here again unless it was someone else's choice and I have to go. read more

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My friend recommended this place for happy hour and the oysters. Lots of options for the oysters and we couldn't decide what we wanted so we let them chose the oyster for us. I was disappointed because the oysters were not as fresh as I expected. The other food that we ordered from the happy hour menu was the rice dusted point Judith calamari. This one was good and very interesting. The salmon sashimi tostada was great too. I would still recommend this place for happy hour. read more

Crave Fishbar - Oysters happy hour - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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RATING: 7.5/10 - BRUNCH PRO TIP: You hear bottomless brunch, and one may think that the food is going to be terrible. However, that's not the case here. For around 2 hours you get to have bottomless drinks (which are actually quite tasty) and choose from an eclectic seafood-based food menu. AVOCADO TOAST WITH TEMPURA SHRIMP While I wouldn't call the shrimp quite "Tempura' but rather fried crispy shrimp it has this wonderful craggly fry texture to it with tender, bouncy shrimp underneath. The slice of bread is huge, and the portions plentiful. The quality is really great and it's a big bang for your buck. I also added an egg but felt like there was a lot going on and it was logistically difficult to eat but I was satisfied with my food for sure. FINAL CATEGORY: GREAT (terrible / bad / ok / good / GREAT / excellent) read more

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Crispy oyster slider during happy hour was delicious! Very friendly service and great for birthday celebration (they provide a complimentary dessert). read more

I loved my recent visit to Crave Fishbar. They have a great happy hour and the space is beautiful. My salon entree was DELISH and I loved that they offer the Banana Pudding from Magnolia Bakery. I love that this restaurant is a B Corp and I will definitely be going back! read more

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I was suggested to come to crave fish bar. I absolutely love the ambience and the fresh seafood. The staff is so welcoming and friendly. It is amazing to feel so comfortable somewhere in New York City! Love supporting local restaurants and fisherman, kyle and maya were brilliant! Love this place thank u for the great hospitality!!!!!!! read more

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Lovely restaurant with very good food, but when we were there, it was absolutely freezing with unneeded A/C. (Temp outside was about 70.) Grilled octopus appetizer was delicious. Carrot cake dessert, very average. The waitress was very nice, but not attentive enough and we had to flag her down at least twice. Also, this may seem like a small detail, but important to me - no cocktail napkins. When I asked, they said they had none and brought me what looked like bathroom paper towels - terrible. Also, no salt and pepper shakers on table;e. I hate to have to ask for everything at an expensive restaurant. I would go again, though, and only stay if the temp was OK. read more

I came here for drinks. On a Sunday afternoon, the restaurant was nearly empty so even though we didn't order food, we were able to get a cozy table in the back. They have happy hour even on Sundays which starts at 4pm. Cocktails were $9. I got the CFB margarita. For $1 you could get it spicy. The margarita itself didn't really have a kick but it did come with a spicy salted rim. It was pretty well balanced and not too sweet. My sister got the Big Ben and enjoyed the elderflower and citrus flavors. We also did a round of regular drinks. The Flaming Fish came in a memorable fish shaped glass. It arrived at the table on fire so it would be a fun drink for a festive occasion. I had a glass of the rose as well. It was on the sweeter side. Our waitress was very attentive. I noticed they have bottomless brunch drinks for $19 which is a pretty good deal to keep in mind for the future. read more

Crave Fishbar - CFB Margarita - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Food was pretty amazing except the tacos but they were still better than the average taco (it was a little dry for me, needed more fixings). Service was excellent and the ambiance was okay, nothing too spectacular but cute and cozy read more

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Great experience, large selection of fresh oysters, Bloody Mary's were the best, had the salmon eggs Benedict, perfectly runny eggs to make the kind of mess that makes a meal great . Fish and waffles, who knew! read more

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For quite some years this is one of my go to joint for happy hour raw oysters! Recently went back with my friends during Xmas Holidays and it was another pleasant experience. This joint offers up good service and decent food, I will keep coming back. read more

Had high hopes for crave, as I was indeed looking forward to a nice fish, but didn't love it. The raw bar was super tasty - great selection of clams and oysters. The octopus appetizer was ok - $25 but not a large portion (but a lot of onions). They forgot to bring a soup appetizer (though ended up comping us). I had the Dorade, which was very bony and hard to find easy bites. Plus, it was full of thyme sticks that I had to pull apart. Very tasty banana pudding for dessert. Some hits, some misses. Maybe you'll have better luck than I. read more

Crave Fishbar - Dorade - well, it used to be. Lots of thyme sticks. - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Octopus is alright Crab craw definitely very fresh :) Oysters are fresh as well . The Curry Lobster very good taste but the waiting for that a bit too long ..... bathroom is alright ... place is okay decent . Service is 50/50 can't complain. read more

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Quite possibly my favorite seafood spot in the city , though I'm not from here. Sea bass crudo was insane...each bite I made a groan it was amazing. Had 38 oysters of all different kinds. Not a single one was bunk , all cold and delicious. I would have liked shallots in the mignonette sauce, but not complaining. Rock crab was hard to get out of the shell but still worth getting. Fish taco was simple and tasty. Lastly the calamari was some real deal stuff , not fried and from a freezer. Prosecco bottle and bloody paired well. Ambiance is higher end but prices don't reflect that at all . It's extremely affordable and service didn't miss a beat !!! read more

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Crave Fishbar had been on my radar for some time, so early on a warm Saturday evening we decided the time was nigh for a visit. Stopped by for an early dinner and asked to be seated in the cool dark section near the bar. Liked the laid-back vibe, and our server Lauren was very engaging and attentive throughout the evening. Refreshing Margarita and vodka-based "Big Ben" cocktails were a NYC bargain at $9 each (daily Happy Hour 4:00 - 6:00 pricing) and packed a boozy punch too. Salmon avocado tostada appetizer was pure buttery goodness, and quite filling despite its petite size. I don't often see barramundi offered in NY so had to try it. Crave's version of the white flaky fish is a hefty crisped filet kicked up with a piquant honey/spice glaze, resting on plump tender asparagus stalks. Scrumptious! Hubbie's squid ink pasta was different from what we've seen elsewhere, as the pasta (rather than the sauce) was infused with dark ink. Shrimp topping was on the scant side but flavorful. On to dessert. I loved combining the three Affogato elements (espresso, scoop of ice cream and fresh whipped cream) myself. That "deconstructed affogatto" really hit the spot as it wasn't heavy but truly satisfying. As we left to rejoin the throngs of people on Second Avenue, I was satiated and happy but not bloated. Yess I'll take it! read more

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I've been here before for a casual dinner but this particular visit was for a corporate event. Reviewing the "private event" they hosted for my company. We had a coat rack for our garments so that was a plus. Just make a note to ask for it when booking your event. We were a group of 15 and they hosted us upstairs, next to the windows and balcony. We were told you can step out and sit or take a breather. I didn't but from the view, it's a good space and nicely decorated. The drink options we were given were very good - we had a menu of items to choose from which included wine, beer, and misc cocktails - everything was listed on a nice placard. Food was delicious, served buffet style. Utensils and plates were available as needed. The favorites were the sushi, lobster rolls and fish tacos. From my previous dining experience, the upstairs is quieter and less crowded than the main floor. But the vibe is different too. For people watching, stay on the main floor. For a more intimate or thoughtful conversation, ask to sit upstairs if it's open. read more

The oysters here are incredible, and they also have wonderful cocktails. The octopus was quite small for the price, and it tasted ok, but I've had better. We also had seared tuna that was nothing special. The atmosphere is really nice, so I'd say I'd recommend it. I also really appreciated the cookie they gave me for my birthday read more

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Happy hour from 4-6pm EVERY DAY. - Gruner Veltliner on tap, generously filled. - Oyster preference: 1. Bluepoints 2. Great Gun 3. Fisher Island 4. Big Rock 5. Bayside sweets. - Don't forget to ask for the hot sauce on the side (it's homemade)! Sweet and meaty with a clean crisp finish paired well with the white wine. Highly recommend coming for a cozy date night out. Service is excellent. read more

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Come here for happy hour if you are a lover of seafood and want some discounted drinks! We showed up around 5pm on a random week day and had about two rounds of oysters (yum), the salmon sashimi tostadas -- a must order items, though, I wish they were four small bites vs. two big bites -- and the calamari (prepared in the oddest way possible, I'd pass on this next time). The service was great and I enjoyed sitting outdoors in the above terrace. I'd definitely return here again for happy hour in the future! read more

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I've probably eaten here 4-5 times now. The seafood tower is incredible (although I wish there was more!), and the wine is always great. Never too hard to get a table, and the staff is polite. The oyster shots are a personal favorite. Will come again. read more

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I came here for dinner and was very impressed. The service was super friendly and helpful. My food and drinks was so delicious. To start I had the warm crab rolls which are amazing highly recommend. Then for main I got the lobster curry and the chive fried rice. The lobster curry was delicious and had great flavor. I enjoyed the rice too however I would say it was cooked slightly to long as the eggs and some parts weee burnt but it didn't take away from the amazing experience I had there. read more

I celebrated my Mom's birthday at Crave Fishbar. She had Cavatelli, I had Sea Bass and my dad had Barramundi. The food here was succulent. I really love seafood and it delivered here. They have really food drinks also and a lot of good brunch options. read more

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Great happy hour. Friendly staff. The calamari salad is delicious. Cute bar area. A few outside tables too.

Had dinner at Crave Fishbar on a busy Sunday evening during a holiday weekend. We had the Crispy Fish Tacos, the Fusilli with Jonah Crab and the Sunday Stew. All were good though a little on the spicy side for us. The service was friendly but a little slow as they were very busy. Not a bad place for a solid seafood meal. read more

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Walked by this on 2nd ave 100 times the way to other restaurants. Mistake. Crave Fishbar more than holds its own against comparably priced UES hot spots like Nightly's, Hoexter's, Flex, etc. The miso Barramundi was one of the best dish dishes I've ever had and I'm not saying that lightly. My wife had a (very!) spicy Thai curry with lobster. The Monday night menu is packed with specials. Service was great (Cami and Ashley). read more

Ordered: Purple Rain (~$16): Breckenridge gin, hibiscus, lemon, cava Dozen Oysters (~$47): 3 Shibumi, 3 Royal Miyagi, 3 Kusshi, 3 St. Simon Spicy Yellowfin Tuna Roll (~$18): 6pc; Calabrian chili, basil, garlic-broccoli rabe Salmon Sashimi Tostada (complimentary): 4pc; avocado purée, Calabrian chili oil, grapefruit, crispy shallots Maine Lobster Roll (~$34): spicy avocado garlic aioli, whipped ricotta, basil purée Chocolate Chip Cookie (complimentary): warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream Aya's take: I've been meaning to try out Crave Fishbar! We started off with a couple of drinks and appetizers. The Purple Rain was light with fruity and floral notes. I could drink a whole bottle of it. While waiting for the rest of our party to arrive, we ordered the Spicy Yellowfin Tuna Roll. Each piece was massive and I have to say I was impressed with the quality of the spicy tuna. We also got to try the Salmon Sashimi Tostada since an extra one was made by accident. These were nice bite-sized pieces of salmon with avocado. I would've liked if they used a different chip (maybe a tempura crisp?) but otherwise it was also great! Despite being there past 8pm, the oysters were super fresh and great for sharing. Now what really impressed me was the Maine Lobster Roll. I usually don't like the Maine-style because it's cold but this one isn't. The roll is buttery and warm, the lobster is plentiful, and this spicy avocado garlic aioli is so unique for a lobster roll. Safe to say, I inhaled it. As we were finishing up, the staff brought out a couple of complimentary chocolate chip cookies with ice cream. They were warm, soft on the inside, and slightly crisp on the outside - great way to end the meal. If you're looking for a quality meal with fresh seafood, Crave Fishbar is a solid choice! read more

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