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Strange Delight

Name: Strange Delight
Address: 63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY, United States, 11217-1502
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

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$31 to $50

Oyster Bar

63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217-1502

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2 people

May 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Innovative

A contemporary take on the classic oyster bar, located in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, near BAM, Barclay's, the Paramount, and Atlantic Terminal.

Strange Delight finds its influence in New Orleans and is also inspired by the rich history of oysters in New York. Our menu consists of regional seafood prepared in a variety of styles: Charbroiled Oysters and Shrimp Remoulade share the stage with classic seafood towers and Oysters Rockefeller. A rotating selection of larger plates features items such as Black Cod Almondine and Blackened Swordfish Belly.

To drink, Strange Delight updates old classics, serving both a Hurricane and Ramos Gin Fizz service for 2, alongside Martinis and Sazeracs. Our wine and beer lists feature our favorite American producers.

Please note:
We offer 3 distinct types of reservations:
Regular: a table in our back dining room
Bar: seats at our back dining room bar
High-top: a higher table with bar stools in our front room with an open kitchen and oyster counter.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Ham El-Waylly

From the OpenTable editors: Even before The New Yorker raved about Strange Delight, this love letter to the famed oyster houses and cocktails of New Orleans was already making waves. Start with a glass of the creamy Ramos Gin Fizz, move on to a plate of charbroiled oysters with smoked garlic butter, and enjoy it all in a space that'll make you feel like you're at a NOLA oyster bar legend. After just one visit, this will become your go-to before or after a show at BAM.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Oyster Bar, Seafood, Southern
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Website
https://www.strangedelight.nyc/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Strange Delight is modern take on the oyster bar, located in Fort Greene, neighboring BAM, Barclay's Center, The Paramount, and Atlantic Terminal. From cocktail hours to rehearsal dinners, birthday parties to record releases, we're here for your parties to come.
Private party contact
Strange Delight Events Team: 0000000000

Location
63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217-1502
Neighborhood
Fort Greene
Cross street
On Lafayette Ave between Fort Greene Place and South Elliott
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
G to Fulton; C to Lafayette; 2345BDNQR to Atlantic Terminal
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 178 people are saying

Strange Delight reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Brooklyn
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Strange Delight offers a "best dining experience" with "excellent food and service." The "New Orleans style" seafood, including "oysters Rockefeller" and "shrimp loaf," delights patrons. Guests appreciate the "beautiful interior" and "attentive staff." Despite a few pricing concerns, the "vibrant atmosphere" and "amazing ambiance" ensure a memorable visit.

178 Reviews

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tamara VIP
New York City6 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good to excellent. The restaurant's acoustics could be improved...quite loud as the restaurant fills. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Overall, a wonderful experience and we'll definitely return.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Tampa3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is amazing, one of the best restaurants I have eaten at in New York!
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KatfromBklyn
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! It was a wonderful experience. So fresh!
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Peter VIP
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Staff at Strange Delight deliver the complete dining experience. The cuisine and hospitality are the top of the NYC restaurant experience. Special shout out to our server Michael, a man of talent!
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Jordana
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing meal with special compliments to our waiter Mike! The best and guided us so well
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Sylvia VIP
Caribbean1 review
5.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely excellent!! The service is beyond! Thank you so much, Paul!!
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douglas
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Love this place more each time I come. It’s nice to have a place this good in Ft Greene.
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Janis
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Even our 7 year old grandson loved his lunch.
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Codie
Oklahoma City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best dining experience I’ve had in a long time, definitely will be back!
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Murphy
New York City18 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding dishes! We had the tuna carpaccio special, loved the potato chips sprinkled on top.
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FAQs

Strange Delight is rated 4.8 stars by 178 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 9, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 40 times today

63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217-1502

Additional information

Cross street
On Lafayette Ave between Fort Greene Place and South Elliott
Neighborhood
Fort Greene
Hours of operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Oyster Bar, Seafood, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
G to Fulton; C to Lafayette; 2345BDNQR to Atlantic Terminal
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.strangedelight.nyc/
Private party facilities
Strange Delight is modern take on the oyster bar, located in Fort Greene, neighboring BAM, Barclay's Center, The Paramount, and Atlantic Terminal. From cocktail hours to rehearsal dinners, birthday parties to record releases, we're here for your parties to come.
Private party contact
Strange Delight Events Team: 0000000000

Strange Delight

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About this restaurant

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Private dining

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What 178 people are saying

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