Marsyita Mohtar

The Oyster Bar at Grand Central, NYC provided a truly memorable date night experience. The opulent atmosphere, with its tiled walls and vintage ceiling lights, transported me back to the charming 1950s. I began my meal with a half dozen fresh oysters from Maine, although they were slightly smaller than expected. The gazpacho with lobster pieces was a refreshing and delightful choice. The grilled monkfish, as the special of the day, was juicy, succulent, and bursting with flavor. I couldn't resist sampling my partner's New England-style clam chowder, which was creamy and rich. I look forward to returning for another lovely date night, this time dining at the bar counters and enjoying the experience of watching the skilled shucking of fresh oysters.