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

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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

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Cuisine: 6 Service: 3 Decor: 7 Value: 4 Overall: 4 Classic Midtown seafood restaurant that feels outdated and in need of a lesson in hospitality.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

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It was a nice dinner. Service was very good my waitress did a great job. The bathroom could use some upgrading. There was a hand dryer and a roll of toilet paper on the sink. Maybe get some earth friendly paper towels? Food was good. Had the swordfish and split the spicy crab appetizer special. Good... Just a little spicy! read more

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

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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

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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 Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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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

Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - Happy Hour spicy tuna roll - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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

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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

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For about 15 years I worked in Midtown East and there was a certain comfort in knowing what businesses I had available to me in the area. In the pre-COVID era restaurants, delis and other eateries thrived thanks to the many office buildings nearby (including my own). However, once COVID hit, the area was devastated and virtually *every* business I used to go to regularly closed their doors one by one. One place remains however: Docks Oyster Bar! This bar/restaurant was a staple not only in my regular rotation but also with folks who live and work in the area. The Happy Hour (which has the same prices as my last review update) is a huge bargain for Midtown Manhattan. I mean, $1.50 oysters that are fresh and tasty? That's a big deal. The other items on the menu seem to be about the same price as well. The drinks on the Happy Hour menu have gone up a bit in price by a dollar or two (if memory serves) but still very reasonable given the quality and the area. The interior of the restaurant has not changed in all these years, and that's a good thing. The Art Deco inspired interior is beautiful and welcoming. It's perfect for a date, a business dinner or just hanging out with friends. It was a pleasure to visit Docks again and I hope to do so again before the year is out. read more

Docks is a good, basic seafood spot. When I don't know where to go, and we are meeting in mid-town, Docks it is. The space is nice, if a bit loud. The service is friendly, and the food is fine. I've had: - Grilled Tuna - good but basic. - Crab Cakes - also very good - Truffle Fries - tasty - Oysters - fresh and good Docks is Legal Seafood's more sophisticated cousin. If you know, you know.... read more

Fabulous food, fabulous service, fabulous drinks as well as a wonderful atmosphere. Everything was great!! read more

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Good restaurant in midtown with a lot of space that allows you to walk in or get a last minute reservation relatively easily. Pretty broad menu. Covers a lot of different food groups. As the name suggests, very forward with seafood offerings. Our server was a little tough to work with. She was trying to rush us a bit even though the restaurant was nearly empty on a Sunday night. Also spoke broken English, which made translating some things more difficult. We did a big group dinner and got to try a lot on the menu: Caesar salad: lacked dressing Lobster kimchi rice: very good. Best thing we had. 100% recommend Arugula salad: non memorable Prime rib sandwich: didn't try, but I heard it was only ok. The horseradish sauce was good, but didn't have much zip to it Swordfish fillet: small portion but understood it was very good. Didn't try it though Tuna: tasty but an incredibly small portion. Good butter sauce Lobster cavatelli: ok NY strip: my personal order. Was a little dry. Came with great fries Filet mignon: tender. Brussel sprouts were great on the side Cheesecake: good but dense Key lime pie: very good - they're supposedly known for this. I see why Would go back in a pinch read more

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

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Stopped by Doc's Oyster Bar and got the steak frites. Steak was cooked nicely and the fries were crisp and well seasoned. Simple spot with a good atmosphere and solid food overall. Service was great too! read more

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

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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

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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

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I ate at this location last night and found the general food quality, atmosphere and service to be adequate, but certainly not great. I'm offering this review because, unfortunately, the value received was abysmal. I say this because purely on the basis of the exorbitant pricing and the incredibly minute portions. Following are examples: Maximum of 4 ozs of wine - $16 Maximum of 8 ozs of soup - $19 A single piece of salmon, 1.5 inches wide, 2 inches high and a maximum of 4 inches long - $43, Totaling $78 before tax and tip! I consider this combination of pricing and portioning to be rapacious in the extreme. I submit this information for your review and assessment before deciding to eat at any of Dock's locations. Please take notice and be forewarned, if you choose to patronize any of Dock's establishments, this is what you will be confronted with. In case any of you decide to ignore this advice, I'd strongly suggest stopping off for a bite somewhere else before or after doing so. I wish you all fine and fun dining. A significantly poorer and still hungry diner. read more

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

Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Good happy hour! $1.50 oysters and $9 wines. It's a little hard to find bar seating sometimes but my friends and I had a little standing table in the back. We asked for a bread basket that had amazing bread too! read more

Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Giant room ! Stadium type dining. I must say though that despite the size of this place somehow they are able to bring the service to a more intimate quality. Nice wine list, priced attractively, Love the bread basket The Caesar salad was awesome Tuna tartare had the right amount of heat without losing the taste of the tuna. Bronzino prepared really well The linguine with clams delicious flavor but I just font understand when you order al dente why so many restaurants say sure.. but it comes to you not hot, and certainly not al dente. What saved it was the flavor of the sauce. Pricing is fair I just don't dig big restaurants read more

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

Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - Oysters and clams, spicy tuna roll, old fashioned happy hour - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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Try the one in Atlantic City. Bigger selection of specials and fresher seafood in Atlantic City. Half priced specials daily. No reservations. read more

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

Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - Spicy tuna roll and yellowtail jalapeno roll - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

Ray took great care of us and was very knowledge about the menu and even recommended some great choices. Fantastic seafood and sashimi on the level of any Japanese restaurant I've been to. We'll be back. read more

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

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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

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For decades, Docks has maintained consistent dining standards. My wife and I came for Thanksgiving, and they did a good job with a turkey dinner, from appetizers of crab cakes or pumpkin soup to pumpkin pie. One could quibble with an imperfection now and then, but never mind. Whether it's a business lunch, dinner for two, or group meal, Docks does not disappoint. read more

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

Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - Docks menu - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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

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Wow, could sum up this review in three letters. Had a reservation And when we arrive, we are immediately seated, even though they've been hit with a large party they were able to pivot and made us feel quite comfortable. The ambience is nice and open and a little loud. The volume was fine as it allowed you to talk knowing that no one else could hear you. The service staff was prompt, efficient, and well knowledgeable. The food was quite delicious and very fresh. I don't know what more could be asked for next time. I have the opportunity to go to New York, I will be back. read more

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

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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

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We keep coming back for solid, consistently good seafood. This time, we started with their Happy Hour picks. Some of the best Happy Hour $1.50 selections in midtown (we have tried several), with plump, briny oysters along with other snacks to go with an ok HH beverage selection. In the dining room, service was great - attentive, professional but also friendly. Mains were as expected - tasty and filling. Not too crowded on that Tuesday night, so low noise level, so you could have good conversations (or arguments). read more

The place is massive and can be a bit loud. The bar area gets crowded during happy hour. They have a private room too if needed. For dinner I had the beet salad which was a light start to the meal. The halibut was flaky and had a delicate flavor to it as well. Didn't have the oysters though. Not a big fan of oysters. The key lime pie was a nice finish to the meal. Nothing wow'd me here so not sure I would come back. Bathroom is small too for a place that size. read more

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

Docks Oyster Bar - Midtown East, NYC - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - New York, New York

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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Over the years, it's my "go to" restaurant in GC area. Consistently good food and service. Ambience is excellent. Enough room between tables to have conversations that stay private. read more