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Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill, New York, NY
Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill, New York, NY
Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill, New York, NY
Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill, New York, NY
Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill, New York, NY

Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill

4.6
4.6
2770 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 986-8080
  • 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.
  • Private party contact
    Stephen Olsen: (212) 986-8080
  • 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.

    Docks Famous Happy Hour Photo

What 2,770 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

2,770 Reviews
  1. SharonS

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. Perfect round table for a group.

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  2. nycenthusiast

    New York Area

    53 reviews

    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Went to Docks for the first time. Very laid-back staff, professional and hard working. Not rushed but efficient and friendly. It was a very busy place, packed and noisy but not unbearable. Our food was delicious. Had Fried calamari with marinara sauce. app. The calamari was tender and not overly battered. The marinara sauce was ok. The entrees--salmon, lobster ravioli and scallop special --we all enjoyed our dishes immensely--I had the scallops and they were perfectly cooked with a really nice soy glaze and fresh vegetables. Perfectly balanced. Been thinking about it this morning. Dessert-Key lime pie was delicious. Triple chocolate pudding was ok, rich but not a strong chocolate flavor. Overall, I really enjoyed this restaurant. Would definitely recommend it to friends and co workers and will absolutely go back!!

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  3. ElizabethA

    New York Area

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food which always brings us back and the service is just superb!

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  4. lisaf

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious seafood! Great service. Worth the splurge.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience1
    Worst restaurant experience for many years. Waiter completely forgot about us. I had to go and ask to order drinks and ask where our water was. He made an excuse about another table but I had seen him hanging around the maitre d. Food was lovely but he absolutely ruined the night particularly as it was not a cheap meal. We were offered a complimentary drink as an apology but that did not make up for it. Would never return

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  6. chaps

    New York Area

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I was craving fried oysters; they had been a special during restaurant week. The server worked with the kitchen to have them made despite the oysters not being on the menu. Delicious. Customer satisfaction is a hallmark of Docks.

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  7. PJNYC

    New York Area

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was absolutely wonderful and the service was impeccable. The only negative was a diner at another table who was loudly talking on her phone throughout our meal. It was distracting and disrespectful, and the server or the manager should have politely told the woman to hang up or take the calls outside. We should not have to approach another table to complain and possibly start an argument.

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  8. JackeD

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved everything!! Great service at the bar and the dining room. Little disappointed with the happy hour oysters, but everything else was amazing!! Best ever Keylime pie!!

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  9. Napagal

    San Francisco

    70 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved Docks. They also have a great happy hour and the bartender is magnificent.

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  10. NancyL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious sushi lunch. Thank you to Docks for havong gluten free soy sauce and a flourless chocolate cake for those avoiding gluten.

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  11. Nezzie

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious. Docks is consistently excellent. Food, drink, service. Our go-to restaurant for a great meal

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  12. VincentM

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Very good happy hour menu. Very tasty dinner. Friendly, knowledgeable, attentive service. Will definitely be back.

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  13. WilliamM

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The food was very good, the service was excellent, the ambiance was good and the value was quite good.

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  14. Foodie

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Overall excellent, consistant kitchen, hot bar scene, superb seafood Cobb and lots of space!

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  15. Jack45

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service, I would recommend for business lunch or with friends.

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  16. chaps

    New York Area

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food as usual. The wait staff worked as a team and made sure everything went smoothly.

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  17. TK719

    New York Area

    628 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    628 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always enjoy dining at Docks. The beet salad, scallops and chocolate cake were all delicious and the service was outstanding. No wonder it’s still so popular after all these years.

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  18. Rlynne

    Atlantic Canada

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great vibe, nice menu, delicious food, great service - consistent spot for dining for soooo many years. Only “complaint” is that it’s really loud.

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  19. LSNeats

    New York Area

    30 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The "Restaurant Week" lunch menu is terrific. And the waiter was very helpful, making perfect recommendations. Go for the Crispy Oyster Appetizer and both the octopus and short rib entrees are delicious!

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  20. GloS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I have been a diner at Docks for many, many years and they do not disappoint. The food and the service are always top notch. The seafood is extremely fresh and expertly prepared. Kudos to the Docks Team!

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  21. Bill

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very fresh seafood. Service was outstanding. Great place overall.

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  22. Keeshaun

    New York Area

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had a leisurely dinner at Dock's with a friend. It was the first visit here for both of us and a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The bar area was packed during the after work hours and as we found out later, they have an awesome happy hour menu and deals which explained why. We dined in the dining area, and started the oyster sampler which offered a nice variety of fresh East and West coast oysters. The craft cocktails were inventive and delicious. The lobster roll was the least notable of the experience. While the lobster was very fresh, the execution of the dish was average at best (roll was dry, flavor was lacking) - a disappointment especially given the price. For dessert, the strawberry shortcake is on the Restaurant Week menu but you can still order it a la carte - highly recommended. The service was excellent from beginning to end and our waiter was very communicative and accommodating. We had a great time and hope to return again soon.

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  23. BaysideAnnie

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent seafood, very attentive service without being annoying

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  24. lovestoeat

    New York Area

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food shrimp cocktail was outstanding and the salmon was wonderful

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  25. AudM

    New York Area

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    You have to be there early to get a spot at the bar for happy hour.

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  26. DanD

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dock's is always consistently good. Comfortable seating and spacing, even when it's packed, like it was last night (good sign considering it was a Tuesday night). Service was wonderful, fast and attentive. Appetizers were out of this world - 5 of us shared 4 of them. Drinks were great (and much needed!). Wide selection of main courses and specials. Food was terrific. I had the Maine Lobster Roll, and it was goood. Dessert menu looked awesome, but....we were too full so didn't go there. Great place for groups. Hang out, relax, don't be cramped, have some great food, all at a very fair price.

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  27. ShellyS38

    New York Area

    100 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great seafood, great drinks,attentive service and a jazz group in the background on Saturday night. Couldn’t ask for more

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  28. P2DA

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Kind waiters, chips were subpar. Drinks were strong and worth the price (went during happy hour).

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  29. tee24

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    We have been to Dock's many times and enjoyed the food. My husband and I ordered the Seafood Boil, which I enjoyed but he did not. The seaweed at the bottom of the bowl was not appetizing to him and therefore he did not finish his dinner. The clams in the NE clam chowder were very chewy. Also, our drinks came out after the appetizer was served becasue the bar was backed up. The waiter apologized but we were not pleased with this as we sat there waiting...

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  30. ManuelT

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A joyful setting : attractive ambience , professional staff, excellent tasteful food.

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  31. ElisaC

    New York Area

    173 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    173 reviews

    Dined on July 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious! Can’t go wrong with fresh fish and sushi all perfectly prepared. Special bread pudding desert was an added treat.

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  32. Markus

    New York Area

    121 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    121 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    Service was excellent. Staff was very friendly and pleasant. I get sick when I think of the food, My sushi tasted like cardboard and I my swordfish was cut too thick and unpleasantly dry. Such nice staff for such a lousy kitchen. We should have gone to nearby Osteria Laguna which puts this place to shame.

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  33. jean

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    Service was horrible! Servers were slow and rude! Food was way overpriced! Se

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  34. Jane13

    New York Area

    77 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and excellent service. It was my first time visiting since well before the start of the pandemic, and I was happy to see that it hasn’t changed in terms of quality. I’ll be back soon for another lobster dinner! The only minor critique I have is that for some reason the 1 lb lobster was $40 but the two pound was $90. Why wouldn’t people just order two one pound lobsters and save $10? The pricing seems a bit off, but either way, I’ll be back.

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  35. DianeG

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been eating here for many years!! Love this place and the staff!! They never disappoint!!! Foot is great, staff are very kind and attentive!!!

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  36. PastReputation

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on June 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience. Excellent service and delicious food! Waiter helped us navigate the menu and directed us towards the best temperature for each of our entrees. Everything was perfect!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food came late but tasty. Service was good. Sitting arrangements can be adjusted for more space between tables and less noise.

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  38. DianaS

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a delightful summer dinner! My friend had the fish and chips—a huge platter and quite delicious and I had the crab salad, also very good. We shared the side artichokes and wish I knew how they make them! Key lime pie for dessert was vet good, too. Loved our table seating and the noise level was acceptable.

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  39. fredlee

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved dining here as usual. Have been many times and have never been disappointed! Our waiter was funny and a pleasure!

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  40. TheVillageSteve

    New York Area

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Used to eat here all the time when I worked in the neighborhood. Food is still great and the service is exceptional.

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You can order delivery directly from Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill using the Order Online button.

Docks Oyster Bar and Seafood Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 2770 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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–Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Unspecified
  • 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
    (212) 986-8080
  • 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.
  • Private party contact
    Stephen Olsen: (212) 986-8080
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