Elm Street Oyster House

Name: Elm Street Oyster House
Address: 11 West Elm Street, Greenwich, CT, United States, 06830
Telephone: (203) 629-5795
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

945 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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Elm Street Oyster House is a little gem of a restaurant, located right off Greenwich Avenue, in the heart of downtown. We offer the finest quality seafood from raw oysters to yellowfin tuna and king salmon, in a casual, friendly, elegant atmosphere. We have a world class wine list and a knowledgeable, accommodating staff. You will not find a better seafood restaurant in Fairfield County Connecticutt, guaranteed.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 23, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Sunday - Tuesday: 11:30am - 9:30pm Wednesday - Thursday: 11:30am - 10:00pm Friday - Saturday: 11:30am - 10:30pm
Phone number
(203) 629-5795
Website
http://www.elmstreetoysterhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
William Kulhanek

Location
11 West Elm Street Greenwich, CT 06830
Neighborhood
Greenwich
Cross street
Greenwich Avenue
Parking details
There are numerous public lots located within blocks of the restaurant. Street parking is also available near the restaurant.
Additional
Beer, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Hickory Flour Fried Calamari$14.00
Mini Crab Cakes$15.00
Buffalo Shrimp$17.00
Pan Fried Oysters$15.00
Sea Food Chili$19.00
Pepper Seared Tuna Carpaccio$19.00
Tuna & Avocado Poké$19.00
Steamed P.E.I. Mussels$14.00
in Leek, White Wine or Marinara Sauce
Crabmeat & Guacamole Stack$22.00
Grilled Asparagus, Fried Egg, Pesto & Shaved Reggiano$13.00

Little Salads

Any Salad served with Oysters, Shrimp, Scallops, Crab Cakes or Chicken - MP

Chopped Iceberg Wedge$12.00
Onions, Bacon, Tomatoes, Creamy Blue Cheese
Elm Street Greens$12.00
Roasted Pear, Goat Cheese, Pine Nuts, Cranberries
House Salad$10.00
Caesar Salad$10.00

Big Salads & Stuff

Macadamia Crusted King Salmon over Mixed Greens$21.00
Served with Goat Cheese & Kiwi Vinaigrette
Grilled Pesto Shrimp over Greek Salad$21.00
Tomato, Cucumber, Feta Cheese, Olives & Balsamic Vinaigrette
Seared Scallops over Baby Spinach Salad$23.00
Asparagus, Oranges, Walnuts, Brie Cheese & Citrus Dressing
Blackened Fish Tacos w/ House Salad$19.00
Hard or Soft
Shrimp & Avocado Tostadas$19.00
Served with Truffle Fries
Latin Rubbed Shrimp and Grits with Lobster Au Jus$19.00
Served with Mushrooms and Bacon

Sandwiches

Sirloin Cheese Burger$16.00
Served with Fries & Onion Rings
Open Face Blackened Swordfish Sandwich$19.00
Corn Meal Shrimp Po Boy$19.00
Sweet Tartar Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato & Mesquite Fries
Lobster Roll
Served Cold or Hot
- MP
Grilled Salmon & Avocado Club on Whole Grain$18.00
Served with Horseradish Mayo, Arugula, Tomatoes, Bacon & Sweet Potato Fries

Signature Plates

Wasabi & Sesame Crusted Seared Yellow-Fin Tuna$38.00
Served with Asian Vegetable Salad
Maryland Crab Cakes & Apple Fritters$29.00
Served with Sautéed Spinach
Shrimp and Scallops over Tri-Colored Ravioli$29.00
Served in Roasted Garlic Olive Oil
Sake Glazed King Salmon$29.00
with Brown Rice and Snow Peas
Roasted Dorado with Baby Kale$31.00
Served with White Beans, Broccoli Rabe, Tomatoes & Roasted Garlic
Paella$35.00
Lobster, Clams, Mussels, Shrimp & Andouille Sausage in Arborio Rice
Blackened Swordfish with Citrus Coulis$33.00
with Brussels Sprouts & Avocado Red Quinoa
Atlantic Cod Beer Battered Fish N' Chips$24.00
with Bistro Fries & Coleslaw
Grilled NY Shell Steak$29.00
Red Wine & Caramelized Onion Butter, Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Broccoli Rabe
Kids Penne with Butter or Tomato Sauce$8.00
Grilled Cheese & Fries$9.00

Sides

French Fries$6.00
Plain, Bistro, Mesquite, Old Bay, Truffle, Spicy or Malt Vinegar
Guacamole$8.00
Apple Fritters$6.00
Fingerling Potatoes$5.00
Corn Relish$5.00
Coleslaw$4.00
Spinach$5.00
Beer Battered Onion Rings$6.00
Pico de Gallo$5.00
Home Fries$5.00
Cheese Grits$5.00
Avocado Red Quinoa$7.00
Baby Bok Choy$6.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes$5.00
Snow Peas$5.00
Haricot Vert$5.00
Baby Kale$6.00
Brussels Sprouts$7.00
Broccoli Rabe$7.00
Sweet Potato Fries$7.00

What 945 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great clam chowder and lobster salad!
GS
GerriS
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
Service was very impersonal. Food was good!
M
Mike
New York Area
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great Sunday lunch spot - not brunch, but lunch. Good food and good level of choice. Service was prompt, attentive and knowledgeable
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service.
BA
BobA
Miami
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Given plenty of time and not rushed at all. Everyone was pleasant, friendly and extremely accommodating. Food was excellent and I’ll be back again for sure.
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Gene
Exclusive
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Always an inviting place to be. Food always excellent.
KI
KennethI
San Francisco
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
The mussels were small even though they were said to come from PEI in Canada.
AV
AlexandraV
New York Area
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall2food2service5ambience2
Food is ok. Price is expensive for quality. Ambience is very casual and location is small.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Nice spot, from the website I thought this would be a little fancier. Beautiful bar when you walk in and then there is a pretty casual seating area indoors, chairs and tables outside too. Service was fine (I did order one wine and ended up getting another but it was still good), food was fine but pricey for what we got.
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Francescs
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The only issue I had was my tuna wasabi portion was much smaller than it be had in the past. I’ve been going there for years. The portions were always very large. It was delicious.
FD
FrequentDiner
New York Area
64 reviews
vip
2.0
64 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience2
Cauliflower rice and lobster claw in paella tasted of soap. Wait staff acknowledged the soapy taste and verify same in their kitchen but did not offer to comp the entree, soft drinks or discount anything or complimentary dessert. For a restaurant in Greenwich CT on the higher priced side to treat its customers that way wad an unpleasant experience
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great and staff was lovely. Will be back.
BN
BorNY
New York Area
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. Excellent service, tasty and delicious food. Dessert needs work.
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amyc
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent. Delicious meal with excellent service.
TD
TanaD
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Lovely lunch as usual. Good food, friendly staff and lovely spot on a wintery day.
CG
CGoldstone
New York Area
119 reviews
vip
5.0
119 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food2service3ambience5
We were a party of five on Friday evening. Three of us were looking forward to the warm lobster roll. I have now had the lobster roll about four or five times it was delicious and it is one of the most expensive things on the menu. It used to be some thing that called me…and I felt that it was worth spending money on. The last two times I’ve had it the lobster has not tasted very fresh, it was not plentiful as it was times prior to the last, and the buttery brioche bun was now eliminated and exchanged for what looked and tasted like a toasted hotdog roll. For $38, it was frankly disappointing. While we ordered desserts Our bill was brought to the table without our asking for it. We felt rushed! I have been going to Elm Street Oyster House since the day it opened… But I won’t be ordering a lobster roll anytime soon. Sorry to have to report this, but now twice, it’s no longer a mistake but sadly a very deliberate maneuver.
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Julie
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, service and setting. Pan Fried Oysters, Shrimp and Scallop Ravioli and Sea Trout were all delicious!
MA
MaryAnne
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great spot. Try the oysters. Always a treat! Love the lobster rolls!
SB
SueBeeBuzz
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were both very happy with both the food and the service.
HO
H2Ovu
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service
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Anonymous
New York Area
125 reviews
vip
4.0
125 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
This is a great place for a great meal-they sure do fish perfectly. This isn’t trendy, which is nice. You can hear your dinner partners, and enjoy a truly good meal. Service is professional.
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Mayborman
New York Area
22 reviews
vip
3.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience2
Same fried texture in all fried food - no difference in batter. Tuna poke daily special was like something bought from a not so gourmet supermarket. Dining room crowded. Fish & Chips for $33 was outrageous.
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RobertF
Naples
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
This place is an old classic. The food is always fresh and very well prepared. The place was crowded but the food came out very quickly. The waiter was okay but was not that informative as to the food choices or dessert. The appetizers and salads were very good ( Clams in a chorizo sauce outstanding and the salads were good) Entree were all good portions complimented with a few sides (asparagus and potatoes) (salmon and swordfish prepared excellently and the ravioli with shrimp dishwas also very good) The key lime pie for dessert was also very good. Have been coming here for years and will be back.
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Anna
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and amazing service. Will absolutely be back!!
CM
CareyM
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience1
Love the wait staff - largely the same group for the past 10+ years. We understand the need for restaurants to turn tables but our 6:30 reservation was declared “over” at 7:40 as we were asked at least six times between 7:40 and 7:55 if there would be anything else… check was handed to us twice as we were trying to decide on dessert. Unfortunate.
CG
CGoldstone
New York Area
119 reviews
vip
3.0
119 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience2
I arrived at Elm Street on a Saturday at 12:30. I ordered my favorite; a warm lobster roll. It arrived with warm, not hot truffled french fries. French fries need to be crispy these were not. The lobster on my lobster roll looked sparse for $40, not only was it sparse, it did not look fresh. I asked the waiter “is this fresh lobster”? he said yes. The brioche roll which was toasted and buttery was not the fluffy fresh looking roll that I used to have all the time. It looked like it could’ve been a day or two older and perhaps Resuscitated with warm butter sauce. Hate to complain About my favorite restaurant but…My coleslaw was plentiful, but In a dish that was sitting on top of the corn relish. My $40 sandwich was not the outstanding performer I keep relishing to come back to. Sad to report this lobster Was kept past its prime and a $40 disappointment this time.
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MaggieD
New York Area
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The oysters were amazing, as always.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
I’ve had better fish dinners. I find that Elm Street is hit or miss. My friend specifically asked for a different type of bread for her sandwich and it came with the wrong bread. She was too hungry to send it back.
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GaryN
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were looking for a new place to try that had fresh fish and oysters. We kind of stumbled on ESOH and are we goad we did. The oyster selection was wonderful. I had the Thatch Island and my the Arcadian Pearl. We highly recommend them. Then I had the Halibut and my wife another wonderful dish. The place is small but cozy. The wait staff can not do enough for you. They are genuinely glad you are there. Prices are what to expect in Greenwich for excellent fresh food. Give them a try you will not be sorry
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Lorefice
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very nice cozy bistro type atmosphere. Need to get mashed potatoes back!
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deirdrel
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a terrific dinner on New Years eve. Our waiter was so pleasant and enthusiastic. The food was phenominal. We hadn't been here in a long time and it was a reminder to come back often.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Always a great experience at elm street!
EC
EvelynC
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
My fave Greenwich restaurant! I could eat there every day. Food is fresh and cooked to perfection. Daily specials. Convenient location. Low key sophisticated vibe. Eating at the bar is a special treat. AND ... I met the love of my life there! Highly recommend.
MK
MatthewK
New York Area
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience3
Good is always good/fresh Service was solid Value was fair but not cheap It’s a solid destination
LP
LorraineP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is excellent. From the minute you walk in the door you feel welcome.
JL
JoelL
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always enjoy Elm Street Oyster House. Fish is fresh and high quality. Prepared to perfection.
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Thediner1234
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it !
SR
StaceyannR
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Overall very cozy and intimate place for loved ones
JT
JosephT
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2021
overall1food3service2ambience1
The maitre d' was rude to all the customers. We had requested a quiet table for two for a birthday. Was put in the middle of the crowded restaurant. When we said we were leaving, the maitre d' rolled his eyes and moved us to a corner table. I said I requested a corner/quiet table in my notes and he said, "We never read the notes." Another customer requested to be moved because the sun was in their eyes. He practically yelled at those customers too! The food was very expensive given and didn't include any bread or anything. It's an overcrowded, expensive restuarant with very rude staff. I won't be back -- and would not recommend it. There are plenty of other amazing restaurants in Greenwich with better food and staff.
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rickb
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu, food is always good, though disappointed with the small portion of my favorite, sesame crusted tuna.

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Elm Street Oyster House is rated 4.5 stars by 945 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 23, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

11 West Elm Street Greenwich, CT 06830

Additional information

Cross street
Greenwich Avenue
Neighborhood
Greenwich
Hours of operation
Sunday - Tuesday: 11:30am - 9:30pm Wednesday - Thursday: 11:30am - 10:00pm Friday - Saturday: 11:30am - 10:30pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There are numerous public lots located within blocks of the restaurant. Street parking is also available near the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
William Kulhanek
Additional
Beer, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.elmstreetoysterhouse.com/
Phone number
(203) 629-5795

Elm Street Oyster House

Make a reservation

Additional information

Pan Fried Oysters

Lobster Roll

Fingerling Potatoes

Appetizers

Hickory Flour Fried Calamari$14.00

Mini Crab Cakes$15.00

Buffalo Shrimp$17.00

Pan Fried Oysters$15.00

Sea Food Chili$19.00

Pepper Seared Tuna Carpaccio$19.00

Tuna & Avocado Poké$19.00

Steamed P.E.I. Mussels$14.00

Crabmeat & Guacamole Stack$22.00

Grilled Asparagus, Fried Egg, Pesto & Shaved Reggiano$13.00

Little Salads

Chopped Iceberg Wedge$12.00

Elm Street Greens$12.00

House Salad$10.00

Caesar Salad$10.00

Big Salads & Stuff

Macadamia Crusted King Salmon over Mixed Greens$21.00

Grilled Pesto Shrimp over Greek Salad$21.00

Seared Scallops over Baby Spinach Salad$23.00

Blackened Fish Tacos w/ House Salad$19.00

Shrimp & Avocado Tostadas$19.00

Latin Rubbed Shrimp and Grits with Lobster Au Jus$19.00

Sandwiches

Sirloin Cheese Burger$16.00

Open Face Blackened Swordfish Sandwich$19.00

Corn Meal Shrimp Po Boy$19.00

Lobster Roll

Grilled Salmon & Avocado Club on Whole Grain$18.00

Signature Plates

Wasabi & Sesame Crusted Seared Yellow-Fin Tuna$38.00

Maryland Crab Cakes & Apple Fritters$29.00

Shrimp and Scallops over Tri-Colored Ravioli$29.00

Sake Glazed King Salmon$29.00

Roasted Dorado with Baby Kale$31.00

Paella$35.00

Blackened Swordfish with Citrus Coulis$33.00

Atlantic Cod Beer Battered Fish N' Chips$24.00

Grilled NY Shell Steak$29.00

Kids Penne with Butter or Tomato Sauce$8.00

Grilled Cheese & Fries$9.00

Sides

French Fries$6.00

Guacamole$8.00

Apple Fritters$6.00

Fingerling Potatoes$5.00

Corn Relish$5.00

Coleslaw$4.00

Spinach$5.00

Beer Battered Onion Rings$6.00

Pico de Gallo$5.00

Home Fries$5.00

Cheese Grits$5.00

Avocado Red Quinoa$7.00

Baby Bok Choy$6.00

Garlic Mashed Potatoes$5.00

Snow Peas$5.00

Haricot Vert$5.00

Baby Kale$6.00

Brussels Sprouts$7.00

Broccoli Rabe$7.00

Sweet Potato Fries$7.00

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