Shaffer City Oyster Bar & Grill
New York, NY 10010
Phone: (212) 255-9827
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- 5th Avenue
- Directions:
- N, R; F; 1, 9 at 23rd St
- Best of Citysearch:
- Seafood 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 12pm-4pm, 5pm-10:30pm, Sat 5pm-10:30pm
Editorial Review for Shaffer City Oyster Bar & Grill – by Kara Hoffman
The Scene
A small unassuming facade hides the seafood treasures inside. Nautically themed decor of replica boats and maritime paintings line the walls, creating a true Cape Cod feel. A free-standing fireplace warms the back room and lighted candles are places on white tablecloths. Servers are knowledgeable and extremely helpful.
The Food
The menu embraces a subtle Asian theme throughout. Oyster choices consist of selected Atlantic and Pacific varieties, including the Long Island-raised Shaffer Cove oyster unique to the restaurant. Shrimp dumplings with a curried Thai sauce provide an interesting mix of sweet and salty. The pan-seared scallops over asparagus mushroom ragout are divinely enhanced with truffle cream. Seared tuna and wasabi mashed potatoes drizzled with orange coriander reduction are also flavorful. End the meal with the tangy lemon tart.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkThe extensive wine list offers a nice selection of both national and international wines. The Duckpond Cellars pinot gris nicely complements the oyster selections.
User Reviews for Shaffer City Oyster Bar & Grill
08/03/2008 Posted by JElise626
I've been wanting to try this restaurant as I just moved to the neighborhood. Well, I finally did and it was wonderful. Great oyster and beer selection and my salmon entree was prepared just right. Our server was super friendly and helpful with recommendations. I'll definitely be going back. Much better than Black Pearl (which is close by) and a lot less crowded than BLT Fish.
06/04/2008 Posted by angenyc
This place has changed a few things...They now have a great microbrew beer tap with some great choices. A new bar like menu salmon sliders which are really really good and oysters. I would check out this place again!! It looks like the owner changed up the decor as well.
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