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02/06/26: One of my favorite sea food spot in the city. Had to try their restaurant week menu. As always was not disappointed. This menu was of a creole persuasion. Shrimp appetizer flavorful with a little kick. The sauce and bread from the basket yuuum. Main course blackened swordfish with shrimp etouffe also well done. Fish tender on the inside just needed a bit more flavor which I told the server when he asked. Dessert: Bread pudding with caramelized sauce and ice cream definitely a hit especially as not a big fan of bread pudding. All in all definitely add to your list not only for restaurant week but just in general. #eliteyelper #mybellymademedoitnyc
It has a spacious beautiful interiors. Gets crowded doe happy hours. Staff were fairly polite. Happy hour applies at the bar or tables along the side of the bar. I had the oysters of the day $1.50 each. I've had better oysters. I fuel I must pop in for a proper meal and see. Overall Sauv was cold and fruity.
Docks is a standard Midtown hang. Great restaurant with different many options even for the picky eaters. The bake clam casino was such a treat and a defiant most try. The steak and potatoes was delicious with the right amount of seasoning and cooked to the perfect temperature. From what we heard at the bar they have a great happy hour which many dinners were partaking in. Docks seems to be a midtown staple. Food and staff were top notch.
Great happy hour, but it gets so crowded by the bar. If you manage to get a seat, be prepared to have people yelling in your ear or reaching over you constantly. The bartenders are great and make sure you're taken care of even though they're hustling during prime hours. I like that they have both food and drinks on their happy hour menu.
This place was so busy during after work hours before Covid . Recently We were there on a Sunday, during happy hours! they had beer and wine for happy hour. The wines for $9. and the beer is $6. For The happy hour foods they have the beef slider, oyster, and clams on half shells. Rockin shrimp and calamari. Everything was good . The bartender also very nice. The place is spacious, and the sitting area is comfortable.
Docks is a classic in midtown and it's been around for a long time. I don't get why this place has such bad reviews but as a native New Yorker, this is a trusted and consistent place. Stopped by for dinner on a Friday night. The host was a bit standoffish and made us awkwardly stand there despite having reservations. A simple hello would have been nice.. but our waiter Kevin was super accommodating and took great care of us. We ordered 2 items from their specials -seafood linguine and the pan roasted dover sole. We also ordered the chicken and sides of fries and bok choy. +linguine: excellent and maybe my favorite. We requested a white sauce and it came with breadcrumbs on a crema sauce. +dover sole: filleted table side and roasted to perfection. +fries: needs no explanation. Parmesan truffle fries? Mind blown. Just order it. +bok choy: perfected sautéed with mushrooms. -chicken: maybe the least memorable because everything else stole the spotlight but still tasty!
Fabulous food, fabulous service, fabulous drinks as well as a wonderful atmosphere. Everything was great!!
We stop to Docks annually after holiday sight seeing. It was a Christmas miracle finding three consecutive bar seats. The happy hour draws a crowd and we ordered several items, oysters of course, and a Lion King roll. The special touch of torching the outside salmon brings a light smoky flavor to the roll. We struggled getting the tab, which is stressful when you have to catch a train at Penn. I would recommend asking to settle the check well before your planned departure.
Docks is an oyster bar and seafood grill, offering an all-day menu, HH, cocktails, and desserts. We came here as a large group, making reservations in advance. We ordered some shareables: +Shrimp Scampi - prepared with tomatoes, scallions, and capers; served with grilled bread +Smoked Oysters Rockefeller - topped with spinach, Parm, and bread crumbs; this tasted a little 'fishy,' and the oysters themselves were a bit small +Fried Calamari - Rhode Island style +and, Crispy Brussels Sprout Salad - with apple slices, candied peacans, and fig balsamic For our meals, we had: +a Maine Lobster Roll - served with remoulade in a buttered bun +Organic Faroe Island Salmon - served with roasted root veggies, potato leek puree, and basil oil +Pan Seared Diver Scallops - served with roasted root veggies, potato leek puree, and basil oil +Seafood Risotto - with shrimp, crab, honeynut squash, mascarpone, and sage +Maine Lobster Ravioli - with lemon, tarragon, and Parm crema +and, Grilled 14 oz Prime NY Strip Steak - with Parm herb steak fries Overall, the food was fine; I think there could have been more seasoning and more flavor. Service was good, but could have been more attentive in terms of getting refills, making sure our drink and meal orders were correct, etc.; there wasn't much of pressure from the waitstaff when we were chit-chatting and such. Easy to get to by public transportation. +good for large parties
Docks has been around for a long time, nearly 40 years and the decor has not changed. I love that. The art deco look and large dining room is welcoming and comforting. The large Oyster bar is always full and festive. If you want oysters and clams, you going to want to come for their happy hour at the bar...otherwise you are going to pay a hefty price at the table...The staff here is really great. Our current server, Mary, was WONDERFUL. Friendly, knowledgable...and just made our evening that much better. But, you may be wondering why only 3 stars...I've been to this restaurant many times over the years and one thing that HAS changed is the menu...there used to be more choices of FISH...and more ways it was prepared. The smaller menu, while more practical, was a bit disappointing. But, the fish and seafood they use is still top quality and fresh. I have to say...the meal itself was just okay. It began with a breadbasket of COLD bread. Like from the fridge cold. Not the best start. We began with the Grilled Spanish Octopus which was served with some nicely dressed watercress and a romesco sauce. As you can see from the picture, there was so much watercress on top, you wouldn't know there was a nice octopus dish underneath...as in the second picture. I expect better plating at this level. We also order a sashimi platter...super fresh fish...but served with bit of salad...Docks is NOT a sushi place and their lack of skill at presenting sashimi and properly cutting the fish shows, Way too thick...but...all of the fish was fresh and delicious. We also had the seared tuna. PERFECTLY cooked rare as I requested, but with ZERO seasoning. The accompanying vegetable side, was the best thing we ate, Fennel puree roasted cauliflower, carrots, kale, presented beautifully and nicely seasoned. Overall we had a nice time and the meal was enjoyable but forgettable. I regret to say it just wasn't how we remembered.
I have been here several times! It's a good vibes from when you walk in. The white tablecloths and napkins and tables setting and huge sunflowers bouquets, that I thought were real, but are not. They real should use fresh in my opinion. But the flowers add the splash of color. I usually sit at the bar because they have an awesome happy hour. But last night family treated me to a belated birthday dinner and it is restaurant week. We sat at a table for dinner and were still able to still get happy hour prices. We were immediately brought bread and water. Our waitress, Mary, took our drink orders and delivered in minutes. I had the seafood gumbo. You could see some shrimp and veggies. It was delicious, I used the bread to wipe the bowl. I then had the blackened cod, perfectly cooked with a perfect amount of spice. And the strawberry shortcake, made with a homemade biscuit was nice, not too sweet and not too much and enough for sharing. Also tasted the fish and chips. It was good. They seasoned the batter, not everyone does. The fried shrimp appetizer is always a favorite. The bok choy with mushroom also had a great Asian flavor. Definitely returning! Shout out to Mary for great table service!
Came here for happy hour and it was packed! While they do have good happy hour oyster pricing, we weren't a fan of the type of oysters they served that day. Also, this may have been one of the only times I've sent wine back. The Palomas were also just ok. Hopefully their non-happy hour options are a bit better because my experience here left a lot to be desired, and I love oyster/wine/cocktail happy hours.
3 months ago
Emily D is a star at the bar. Her amazing attention to detail and kind spirit is what really made my lunch a wonderful expereince. The spicy paloma is my new favorite drink after trying it here. Very well balanced and delicious. The New England chowder was so fresh and delicious. I wish the bowl was bigger but it was good. The fried calamari was fresh, crunchy and well seasoned. They have a lot of options on the menu so I will be back. The ambiance is very classic New York and I love the vibes. Everyone on the staff was very pleasant. read more
Looking for seafood in Midtown not my favorite location to find great restaurants , I found Docks Oyster Bar & Seafood Grill. For appetizers, we ordered the fried calamari ($22). The calamari was crispy with a nice crunch and was well-seasoned. As you can see, it came with a generous portion of calamari. For dinner, we ordered the Maine lobster ravioli ($37), which came with six pieces, and the pan-roasted Mediterranean branzino ($40). Both dishes were delicious, but honestly, I wish I had ordered a side dish, such as rice, with the branzino. It wasn't very filling with just the vegetables. I'm used to getting a whole branzino at other seafood restaurants, so this was a little different. I went at 6 PM as a walk-in, and it wasn't very busy. The restaurant is huge and has a great atmosphere. Overall, I enjoyed my meal and will be going back to try other dishes on the menu. read more
Cuisine: 6 Service: 3 Decor: 7 Value: 4 Overall: 4 Classic Midtown seafood restaurant that feels outdated and in need of a lesson in hospitality. The food in itself is still alright. Could definitely be better, but definitely edible. Problem for me is the attitude presented by our waiter as if we are not worth his time. Maybe it's because we didn't order any wine with our steak (6/10) and fish (6.5/10) entrees? Or we ordered too little appetizers since we only got a New England Clam Chowder (5/10) to share? I hate to think it's any other reason to be honest. Anyway, it was never high on my list of seafood restaurants in the city when I had to go for work reasons. Now, I will not be returning again because I don't have to. read more
8 months ago
02/06/26: One of my favorite sea food spot in the city. Had to try their restaurant week menu. As always was not disappointed. This menu was of a creole persuasion. Shrimp appetizer flavorful with a little kick. The sauce and bread from the basket yuuum. Main course blackened swordfish with shrimp etouffe also well done. Fish tender on the inside just needed a bit more flavor which I told the server when he asked. Dessert: Bread pudding with caramelized sauce and ice cream definitely a hit especially as not a big fan of bread pudding. All in all definitely add to your list not only for restaurant week but just in general. #eliteyelper #mybellymademedoitnyc read more
It has a spacious beautiful interiors. Gets crowded doe happy hours. Staff were fairly polite. Happy hour applies at the bar or tables along the side of the bar. I had the oysters of the day $1.50 each. I've had better oysters. I fuel I must pop in for a proper meal and see. Overall Sauv was cold and fruity. read more
Docks is a standard Midtown hang. Great restaurant with different many options even for the picky eaters. The bake clam casino was such a treat and a defiant most try. The steak and potatoes was delicious with the right amount of seasoning and cooked to the perfect temperature. From what we heard at the bar they have a great happy hour which many dinners were partaking in. Docks seems to be a midtown staple. Food and staff were top notch. read more
10 months ago
Great happy hour, but it gets so crowded by the bar. If you manage to get a seat, be prepared to have people yelling in your ear or reaching over you constantly. The bartenders are great and make sure you're taken care of even though they're hustling during prime hours. I like that they have both food and drinks on their happy hour menu. read more
This place was so busy during after work hours before Covid . Recently We were there on a Sunday, during happy hours! they had beer and wine for happy hour. The wines for $9. and the beer is $6. For The happy hour foods they have the beef slider, oyster, and clams on half shells. Rockin shrimp and calamari. Everything was good . The bartender also very nice. The place is spacious, and the sitting area is comfortable. read more
Docks is a classic in midtown and it's been around for a long time. I don't get why this place has such bad reviews but as a native New Yorker, this is a trusted and consistent place. Stopped by for dinner on a Friday night. The host was a bit standoffish and made us awkwardly stand there despite having reservations. A simple hello would have been nice.. but our waiter Kevin was super accommodating and took great care of us. We ordered 2 items from their specials -seafood linguine and the pan roasted dover sole. We also ordered the chicken and sides of fries and bok choy. +linguine: excellent and maybe my favorite. We requested a white sauce and it came with breadcrumbs on a crema sauce. +dover sole: filleted table side and roasted to perfection. +fries: needs no explanation. Parmesan truffle fries? Mind blown. Just order it. +bok choy: perfected sautéed with mushrooms. -chicken: maybe the least memorable because everything else stole the spotlight but still tasty! read more
9 months ago
We stop to Docks annually after holiday sight seeing. It was a Christmas miracle finding three consecutive bar seats. The happy hour draws a crowd and we ordered several items, oysters of course, and a Lion King roll. The special touch of torching the outside salmon brings a light smoky flavor to the roll. We struggled getting the tab, which is stressful when you have to catch a train at Penn. I would recommend asking to settle the check well before your planned departure. read more
2 months ago
Docks is an oyster bar and seafood grill, offering an all-day menu, HH, cocktails, and desserts. We came here as a large group, making reservations in advance. We ordered some shareables: +Shrimp Scampi - prepared with tomatoes, scallions, and capers; served with grilled bread +Smoked Oysters Rockefeller - topped with spinach, Parm, and bread crumbs; this tasted a little 'fishy,' and the oysters themselves were a bit small +Fried Calamari - Rhode Island style +and, Crispy Brussels Sprout Salad - with apple slices, candied peacans, and fig balsamic For our meals, we had: +a Maine Lobster Roll - served with remoulade in a buttered bun +Organic Faroe Island Salmon - served with roasted root veggies, potato leek puree, and basil oil +Pan Seared Diver Scallops - served with roasted root veggies, potato leek puree, and basil oil +Seafood Risotto - with shrimp, crab, honeynut squash, mascarpone, and sage +Maine Lobster Ravioli - with lemon, tarragon, and Parm crema +and, Grilled 14 oz Prime NY Strip Steak - with Parm herb steak fries Overall, the food was fine; I think there could have been more seasoning and more flavor. Service was good, but could have been more attentive in terms of getting refills, making sure our drink and meal orders were correct, etc.; there wasn't much of pressure from the waitstaff when we were chit-chatting and such. Easy to get to by public transportation. +good for large parties read more
7 months ago
Docks has been around for a long time, nearly 40 years and the decor has not changed. I love that. The art deco look and large dining room is welcoming and comforting. The large Oyster bar is always full and festive. If you want oysters and clams, you going to want to come for their happy hour at the bar...otherwise you are going to pay a hefty price at the table...The staff here is really great. Our current server, Mary, was WONDERFUL. Friendly, knowledgable...and just made our evening that much better. But, you may be wondering why only 3 stars...I've been to this restaurant many times over the years and one thing that HAS changed is the menu...there used to be more choices of FISH...and more ways it was prepared. The smaller menu, while more practical, was a bit disappointing. But, the fish and seafood they use is still top quality and fresh. I have to say...the meal itself was just okay. It began with a breadbasket of COLD bread. Like from the fridge cold. Not the best start. We began with the Grilled Spanish Octopus which was served with some nicely dressed watercress and a romesco sauce. As you can see from the picture, there was so much watercress on top, you wouldn't know there was a nice octopus dish underneath...as in the second picture. I expect better plating at this level. We also order a sashimi platter...super fresh fish...but served with bit of salad...Docks is NOT a sushi place and their lack of skill at presenting sashimi and properly cutting the fish shows, Way too thick...but...all of the fish was fresh and delicious. We also had the seared tuna. PERFECTLY cooked rare as I requested, but with ZERO seasoning. The accompanying vegetable side, was the best thing we ate, Fennel puree roasted cauliflower, carrots, kale, presented beautifully and nicely seasoned. Overall we had a nice time and the meal was enjoyable but forgettable. I regret to say it just wasn't how we remembered. read more
I have been here several times! It's a good vibes from when you walk in. The white tablecloths and napkins and tables setting and huge sunflowers bouquets, that I thought were real, but are not. They real should use fresh in my opinion. But the flowers add the splash of color. I usually sit at the bar because they have an awesome happy hour. But last night family treated me to a belated birthday dinner and it is restaurant week. We sat at a table for dinner and were still able to still get happy hour prices. We were immediately brought bread and water. Our waitress, Mary, took our drink orders and delivered in minutes. I had the seafood gumbo. You could see some shrimp and veggies. It was delicious, I used the bread to wipe the bowl. I then had the blackened cod, perfectly cooked with a perfect amount of spice. And the strawberry shortcake, made with a homemade biscuit was nice, not too sweet and not too much and enough for sharing. Also tasted the fish and chips. It was good. They seasoned the batter, not everyone does. The fried shrimp appetizer is always a favorite. The bok choy with mushroom also had a great Asian flavor. Definitely returning! Shout out to Mary for great table service! read more
2 years ago
Came here for happy hour and it was packed! While they do have good happy hour oyster pricing, we weren't a fan of the type of oysters they served that day. Also, this may have been one of the only times I've sent wine back. The Palomas were also just ok. Hopefully their non-happy hour options are a bit better because my experience here left a lot to be desired, and I love oyster/wine/cocktail happy hours. read more
8 months ago
8 months ago
It has a great happy hour and the oysters and clams were very fresh! The sushi roll was very good as well. The bartender was very friendly and helpful with choosing items. The calamari dish for happy hour had too much sauce over it, but the calamari itself was well prepared. read more
3 months ago
10 months ago
Excellent happy hour and great sushi. The bar was packed but the maître d' went above and beyond to seat us. Spicy tuna and spicy yellowtail rolls were excellent - fish was fresh and good quality, not too much rice. Good selection of happy hour items including oysters. I can't wait to go back. This is a true New York oyster bar. I can't during Christmas time and the vibe was festive and lively. read more
Thanks to my soulmate for coming out to the city for another date night on Tuesday. The service is great, the decor is nice, and the food is delicious at Dock's. We had a nice quiet table in the back so we could hear each other speak. My favorite appetizer is the Seafood Cobb Salad. It was so delicious. We'll be back for more! read more
10 months ago
Solid HH spot near midtown for post work drinks and oysters! We sat at the bar and our bartender was super attentive and gave great pours of wine. We got 12 oysters, fries, spicy tuna roll, fried calamari, and then another 12 oysters. The oysters were good but not super meaty. I wish they were bigger, but they did the job for $1.50. The spicy tuna roll was tasty and so was the fried calamari. Fries were crispy and hand cut but not worth $14 for the portion! Overall, I'd come back for the HH. Pricing: Wine: $9 Spicy tuna roll: $10 Oysters: $1.50 Fries: $14 Fried calamari with Thai chili sauce: $9 They also had a live jazz band playing which was super cute! read more
1 year ago
Docks Rocks! When I'm in Manhattan, I've found this to be the greatest restaurant in my zone. It's a top shelf, 1st class establishment. Every time I'm in town in find myself at Docks, sitting at the bar & having an amazing feast. I like to start with some Irish Coffees when they open at 11.30 am. Then I graze thru the menu of the freshest seafood. Today was the sashimi platter, which followed the Baked Clams Casino ... like Oysters Rockefeller but with clams. I've had both- they both are fantastic. For the past 5 years, I've eaten here whenever I'm in town and I have always been extremely happy & satisfied every time. I guarantee I'll be back - tomorrow! read more
Recommend: Seafood Cobb Salad Not recommend: Any sushi (overpriced for what you get) Food: Standard seafood quality. I've been here several times, but my most recent time I had ordered the Seafood Cobb Salad and it took more than 40min to get to me after I finished my sushi roll. I've never had a salad take that long. The restaurant had many open tables, and the waitress showed up once during that time to check in on me. I asked where my salad was, and she brought it out shortly after. I assume it was forgotten on the counter. The salad at least had a decent amount of protein for the macros. Sushi is overpriced for what you get. Other seafood entrees were okay, but not that memorable. Service: Fair. The workers who collect dishes show up more frequently than the waiter/waitress. Tables near me were getting angsty because of how infrequent the waitress would come to their area. Vibe: Friday and Saturday nights will have live music in the evening from 6-9p. They have a low-lit ambience, but with many groups of 4+, it can get loud during dinner time. During happy hour it will also be loud. read more
2 years ago
My first time at Docks and it was fine. It was busy but our servers were consistent with checking on our large party of 11. They made great recommendations and were quick and efficient. I had the seafood risotto which was decent but lacked seasoning. My best friend had the NY Strip steak which he raved about. Not disappointed, I'd come back on another trip to NY. read more
1 year ago
11 months ago
Stopped by Dock's a few days before Christmas for happy hour. The bar was packed, but found a seat without a problem. The ambiance was good and the bartenders were stellar... very attentive, patient, and friendly despite how busy they were. They deserve five stars. I ordered smoked Oysters Rockefeller, an appetizer from the regular menu and a shrimp appetizer featured on the happy hour menu. The shellfish was very fresh, but lacked seasoning/salt/something. The smoked flavor came through with the oysters Rockefeller, but that's about it. Kind of bland. The shrimp were battered and had an aïoli on it that was supposed to be spicy. The shrimp and or the batter needed seasoning because they were lacking flavor. I asked the bartender for hot sauce, which he kindly obliged. That added some kind of a kick, but other than that, blah. I guess I need to try other dishes, but nothing is pushing me to rush back other than the delicious Pinot Grigio that was on the happy hour menu. read more
3 months ago
GREAT oyster happy hour spot in midtown. Can get a little crazy so try to go early! If you manage to snag a seat at the bar service is super quick and easy and the bartenders are very friendly. Interior is a bit more upscale, but during happy hour it feels like all walks of life are in there. The price for the quality of oysters cannot be beat here! Haven't tried their entrees, but definitely a go to happy hour spot. read more
7 months ago
We had 9 people. The service was excellent, accommodated a wheelchair. Food was delicious as always. Possibly the best Happy Hour in the city. Oysters and sushi were very fresh. Most of us ordered the Branzino. Branzino, scallops, crab cakes, and fish & chips were excellent. Overall a great experience. Great vibe. Ambiance a little loud, but festive. Highly recommend. read more
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I'm pretty sure that it's from 4 o'clock to 7 o'clock. For a seat at the bar, get there as early as you can.
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