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Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill, New York, NY

Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill

4.7 (2950)
$30 and under
Seafood
633 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10017

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
Cavernous, deco-styled restaurant, best known for its lively happy hour, grilled seafood & oysters. Significant seating is reserved for walk-ins, so feel free to visit the restaurant in person.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Steve Meyers
  • Catering
    We now Deliver! Visit us at our Website and Click Order Online!
  • Private party facilities
    Welcome to DOCKS. Established in 1986, we specialize in bringing the freshest seafood to the island of Manhattan. Rated by Zagat as one of the 50 most popular restaurants, we are a seafood lovers dream with our always fresh raw bar and daily specials.
  • Neighborhood
    Murray Hill
  • Cross street
    East 40th Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Located just blocks away from Grand Central Terminal, we are easily accessible by the 4,5,6, or 7 train.
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz Band - Tuesday Evening 6-9pm & Sunday Brunch 12-3pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Docks Famous Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM,Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM, 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM,Sat - 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    A mid-town, after work tradition is to experience Docks famous happy hour at the bar! Offered 7 days a week from 3pm-7pm, enjoy $1.50 oysters and clams, various bar snacks, $9 glasses of wine, $6 draft beer and discounted cocktails. Please note that we do not accept reservations for our happy hour. This is a first come first served basis.

    Docks Famous Happy Hour Photo

What 2,950 people are saying

Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill offers a "wonderful restaurant" experience with "excellent oysters and clams." Guests praise the "always consistent" quality, "freshest fish," and "great menu" with diverse drinks. The "NYC feel" and attentive staff enhance the lively atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for seafood lovers.
2,950 Reviews
  1. Michael

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived early for our reservation but they sat us immediately even though the rest of our group had not arrived. Service was attentive without being intrusive. We never felt rushed and were allowed to enjoy our drinks before taking our dinner orders. Our dinners were all very good. Would definitely return again.

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  2. Frances VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area91 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Their happy hour is amazing. My daughter and I had the Rose which was delicious for $9.! We just had the deviled eggs from happy hour but the menu had great choices. I had the branzino and clam chowder- both very good. My daughter had the lobster roll which was generous and delicious. The service was excellent and very friendly.

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  3. Leanne

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience was impeccable and all the food was great with good portions!

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  4. Xiomara

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing experience. From the moment we walked till we left everything was perfection. The food was delicious and the service was wonderful. Thank you so much to everyone who made this evening lovely. We will be back!

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  5. Vincent VIP

    New York City30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    All good Always consistent in all ways. Highly recommended

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  6. Edward VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the Old time NYC feel .. an institution that has standed the test of time

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  7. Sara

    Wisconsin18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the oysters sampler as well as Rockefeller with side salad and vegetables, absolutely delicious. Didn't realize I should have waited for Happy Hour for a much better oyster price though - my fault! Had 2 cocktails which were both good and staff were all very nice. NYC is expensive as it is, but this was overall a great value and I'll definitely return if I ever get back.

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  8. Melody

    New York City16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I’ve loved docks for years ~ east coast oysters were great , as was my sea bass . Out server , Josie , was terrific

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  9. Dr. Alex VIP

    Los Angeles31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Staff, delicious meals, lovely location. It has become my favorite neighborhood restaurant. Steve is the manager and he does canals job.

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  10. Dan VIP

    Chicago / Illinois10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The appetizers were good but the entrees were disappointing. We were a group of 3 and ordered the seared tuna that was not fresh, a very chewy filet and a less than average fish and chips. I’ve dined here several times and always had a decent meal while in town.

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FAQs

Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 2950 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill

633 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10017

Additional information

  • Cross street
    East 40th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Murray Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Located just blocks away from Grand Central Terminal, we are easily accessible by the 4,5,6, or 7 train.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Steve Meyers
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz Band - Tuesday Evening 6-9pm & Sunday Brunch 12-3pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We now Deliver! Visit us at our Website and Click Order Online!
  • Private party facilities
    Welcome to DOCKS. Established in 1986, we specialize in bringing the freshest seafood to the island of Manhattan. Rated by Zagat as one of the 50 most popular restaurants, we are a seafood lovers dream with our always fresh raw bar and daily specials.
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