42nd Street Oyster Bar

Name: 42nd Street Oyster Bar
Address: 508 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC, United States, 27603
Telephone: (919) 831-2811
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

4842 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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A Southern Seafood Tradition Since 1931.

The 42nd St. Oyster Bar is one of the South's most famous landmark restaurants, satisfying thousands of grateful patrons since its humble beginnings in 1931 as a grocery store offering oysters and draft beer.

Our Mission: To provide a remarkable experience by recognizing and appreciating that each guest is the most important person in the world while dining at the 42nd St. Oyster Bar.

We invite you to join us for dinner tonight!

“Eat seafood … live longer

Eat oysters … love longer

Eat clams … last longer"

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Party Size

2 people

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May 18, 2022

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(919) 831-2811
Website
http://www.42ndstoysterbar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Joe Rohrer

Location
508 West Jones Street Raleigh, NC 27603
Neighborhood
Raleigh
Cross street
West Street
Parking details
We offer one private lot. There is street and public parking also available.
Public transit
RLine stop one block away <br />
Entertainment
Live Entertainment (Southern Rock, Classic Rock, Top 40, Beach, Disco, Dance, Blue Grass, 70's, 80's,) Friday and Saturday 10pm-1pm
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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ShelleyM
Raleigh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is the best sea food around in the triangle. Real seafood We’re 4 years living NC FINALLY FOUND GREAT SEAFOOD and tiger deserts yumnnn. Great gluten free menu
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randyt
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
GREAT FOOD AND AN ATMOSPHERE TO MATCH. OUR WAITRESS, ELLIE, WAS ON TOP OF EVERYTHING AND MADE OUR SPECIAL NIGHT ONE TO REMEMBER.
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iEat
Raleigh
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service3ambience4
We've been coming here for years. Food is always consistently good. Good service. Prices are always a little high, but worth it.
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AmandaA
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience4
Unfortunately the majority of our food was overcooked and not worth the cost. The side salad and dessert were the highlight which is unfortunate considering the pricetag for 5 to eat.
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TomL
Greensboro
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience3
Great place if you are an oyster lover. The raw oysters were outstanding. Extensive menu. Nice beer and wine selection. Service was impeccable.
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Steph
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and our waiter was very attentive. Only down side was the small table and it’s location.
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Allen
Charleston
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service with amazing food!! The stuffed flounder was cooked to perfection and the blacken Aha tuna bites were the best we have ever had. Highly recommend for a date night or get together with friends.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious!!
HM
HMWJ
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! Oysters were fantastic as usual!
BC
BobC
Raleigh
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
It was good as usual.
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balex
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Last nights experience at 42nd St Oyster Bar was like a farmer in the field. Outstanding.
SC
ScotC
Raleigh
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
AMAZING service, great food and evening,!
CA
CATt
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Portion was less than previously. A little disappointing considering the cost.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day dinner and it was very much enjoyed but the whole table!
CP
ChristineP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food, great server, awesome restaurant! Highly recommend!
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leticiaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food! And the service was on point as well!!
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crumptydumpty
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was to die for and so were the drinks! There's so much to choose from and it's all delicious. The waitress was personable and inviting. Very easy reservation process. I recommend it to anyone and everyone who loves seafood!
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Graduation
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience5
When we arrived the hostess made it seems that we wee bothering her. The food was slow and many times we were out of drink and our waitress was not around.
TL
TerriLynn
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service great Food. Server Luke did a great job
JN
JayN
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
Great table service, food was okay. Oysters weren’t that fresh for raw consumption. C+ overall
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Freddie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you are an oyster lover then this is your spit. The wait staff, kitchen staff and shockers are top notch and pay attention to detail. It can get a little pricey but what worth having isn't?
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience5
Buffalo oysters, phenomenal! Cajun fried oysters and scallops were overcooked, and the ribeye was bland.
TL
TinaL
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall3food1service4ambience4
I have lived in Raleigh for a long time but never experienced 42nd street. I was excited to have dinner here. I ordered the special which was baked stuffed flounder. When it arrived at the table it looked so unappealing. The fish was “baked” in a metal dish-but was actually stuck to the fish.. I took a couple of bites and the flavor was ok but then I took a bite and it was nothing but fish bones!!! Not what I was expecting.. just an unpleasant dining experience-luckily had good company!
PB
PeterB
Raleigh
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, great service, great atmosphere! Definitely recommend!
SK
SayruhK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service! Blackened bacon wrap scallops were delicious.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and reasonably priced. Been around forever and still as good as 30 years ago
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StevenS
Raleigh
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
My only gripe is parking.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal, excellent Service.
DB
DaleB
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great food and service. I had the fried scallops and shrimp, cooked perfectly.
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Richardw
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food was great. Service was quick and helpful. The muscles appetizer was excellent. This is a great place to bring out of town company. Friends or family. Plenty of room for larger parties.
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richardw
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent Steamed Oysters and a Super Oyster Shucker, Cooper ! We had a great time. Thank you!
RG
RonG
New York Area
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent oysters on the half shell and good varieties to chose from. Entrees include lots of different seafood prepared in various ways. All of cooked excellently!
AG
AprilG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was delicious and the server was on point.
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chardlover
Raleigh
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Had a side salad and the tuna appetizer as my entree. The portions are so generous so that is plenty for me. Tuna was OUTSTANDING. My son had the shrimp stuffed flounder with cheese potatoes and said it was delicious.
ES
ElsaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as always..service and food one of the best places in town
OT
OpenTable Diner
Western NC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous!!
CC
CindyC
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great choice to eat at 42nd Street! We always sit at the oyster bar area and always get great fun people taking care of us! Food is always spot on and drinks are always perfect! Good times!!!
J
Johnc
Raleigh
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
MY family and I have been coming there at least once per month for years. Unfortunately alot of times we are unable to find parking in the main lot and go across the street and park in the lot. This time we got a 28.00 citation for parking their and not paying. From now on i'll eat in cary where we have free parking!
BS
BobS
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience2
One of the best part of raw oysters is the brine or juice. My dozen came in ice water, which diluted the brine. That suggests that my order sat waiting for pick up from the waitress for so long that the ice melted. Another person in my party ordered steamed clams. They were cold upon arrival and with no melted butter. The Ahi Tuna entrees that were ordered came grossly over cooked. Not rare. When I mentioned this to the waitress she said "Oh.. you should have said something when you ordered it" to which I replied. " I would have, if you had asked how I wanted it". She didn't ask us if we cared for drinks, which we ended up placing when the appetizers finally made an appearance. One in our party ordered a dozen raw oysters... received half dozen. Very disappointing experience. I chose 42nd Street Oyster Bar for a special birthday dinner. I won't make that mistake again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing meal with impeccable service from Jack!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

FAQs

42nd Street Oyster Bar does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. 42nd Street Oyster Bar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 831-2811.

42nd Street Oyster Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 4842 OpenTable diners.

42nd Street Oyster Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.