42nd Street Oyster Bar

4.8 (5867)

$31 to $50

Seafood

508 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27603

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Good for groups

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
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
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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What 5,867 people are saying

42nd Street Oyster Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

42nd Street Oyster Bar is a beloved Raleigh institution, celebrated for its "excellent food" and "top-notch customer service." Patrons rave about the "fabulous atmosphere" and "wonderful oyster selection." Despite its closing, the restaurant remains cherished for creating "many wonderful memories" and "delicious dining experiences" since 1987.

5,829 Reviews

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Janelle
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
5.0
Dined on March 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's one of the best places in Raleigh, and I am sad to see it go. Thank you for always being a lovely place with delicious food and superb service. You shall be missed!
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Sally
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill12 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are so sad to hear that 42nd Street will be closing. We have many wonderful memories as do a lot of other people. The line outside when we arrived for those who didn't have reservations was a testament to how much this place is loved. People waiting 2 to 3 hours to have a last meal. We were lucky enough to snag a reservation. While the food was impeccable, I have to say that having our last meal served by Zoe was the icing on the cake. She was attentive, happy, smiling even though she was getting pulled in a million different directions. We had oysters, bacon wrapped scallops, crab legs, ahi tuna, peel and eat shrimp, filet, mahi - you name it. Everything was delicious and served hot. Congratulations to 42nd Street on their long run in a difficult industry. Would surely love a little memento after you close.
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Christina
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Gonna miss you 42nd Street 😢 Thank you for the years of delish food and great experiences and celebrations.
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andrew VIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill4 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So sad for it to go. Wish they could figure out a way to stay
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Jennifer
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
42nd Street Oyster Bar has been a staple in Raleigh, NC and is one of the oldest restaurants in Raleigh. The customer service is top-notch. The food is excellent. Management runs this place like a well oiled Ship. We have enjoyed it for many years and had many celebrations! We certainly will miss it when it closes at the end of March. We wish the staff all the best! Thank you for making our years of celebrating absolutely wonderful!!
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Ashley
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I hate to see them close. A fun place with a lot of great memories over the years.
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Margaret
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill11 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, the food and service was outstanding. As a Raleigh native, I am saddened by the loss of so many of our long standing institutions. 42nd Street you will missed!
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Deneen
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous as always. Love's seeing the staff giving hugs and goodbyes to loyal customers. Thank you. I will always love you.
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Jasmin
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We will truly miss this place. Thank you for so many wonderful memories
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Leigh VIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill11 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great last dining experience. Food was terrific and our table was ready when promised for the reservation. Certainly will miss the hushpuppies, great seafood, and fun atmosphere. It’s been a Raleigh institution for so long and a terrific place for our family to celebrate birthdays. We will miss it!
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FAQs

42nd Street Oyster Bar does offer delivery in partnership with 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 4.8 stars by 5867 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

508 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27603

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
West Street
Neighborhood
Raleigh
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
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We offer one private lot. There is street and public parking also available.
Public transit
RLine stop one block away
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Joe Rohrer
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

Website
http://www.42ndstoysterbar.com/
Phone number
(919) 831-2811

42nd Street Oyster Bar

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