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Island Oyster, Governors Island, NY

Island Oyster

4.2
4.2
15 Reviews
$30 and under
Oyster Bar
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
ISLAND OYSTER IS A WATERFRONT OYSTER BAR ON GOVERNORS ISLAND. Created by the crew behind Grand Banks, Island Oyster is a one-of-a-kind summer destination in New York City. Featuring easygoing summer fare, a tropically inspired cocktail program and panoramic views of New York Harbor and downtown Manhattan, Island Oyster offers "a true island experience" (CNN). It's "a sight worth leaving Manhattan to see" (Vogue).

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, American, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (917) 268-0200
  • Website
    http://www.islandoyster.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Stephen Yen
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private events for groups of all sizes up to 600 guests. Please contact us at events@islandoyster.com
  • Location
    Ferry Line Rd, Governors Island, NY 11231
  • Neighborhood
    Carroll Gardens
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 15 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 3.8Food
  • 3.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.7Value

Noise • Energetic

15 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    New York City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nothing but positives to say about this gem of a place. Come here immediately! The waiter recognized me the last time I was here and gave me a free wine to welcome me back. Now that’s service!

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  2. 99Miles

    New York City

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2018

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drink was priced pretty high for what was more like bar food. But the view is amazing and a good spot to hangout and drink, but not for dining.

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  3. SherriM

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 31, 2018

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was terrible and the food was not good. We were very disappointed!

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  4. JoeH

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Made reservations, but did not need them. I think weather kept many from going. If it is raining and no seats around bar area you will get wet. Even in some areas around the bar area you will get wet. Food was good.

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  5. RobertG

    New York City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2018

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This is an open air restaurant over looking lower Manhattan and NY Harbor. Magnificent views. Loud and young drinking crowd. Food selection limited and fair. Gin was limited to one well brand. Requested the same beer each time but was always served something different. This place is a party with views.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great oysters and lobster roll. Cocktails could be better.

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  7. ShelleyE

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved Island Oyster. Was seated with a view of the Manhattan skyline. Beautiful. 2 people in my group arrived 30 minutes late but my server did not rush us or make a fuss. Food and drinks were delish. Would definitely return to the restaurant and see more of the island

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  8. Bash

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Service was slow but servers were kind and tried hard. I think they were short staffed Saturday night. View is gorgeous. They only had one bottle of red wine so that needs to be remedied. The manager was helpful with our issues of slow service and wine. Did I say the good was delicious ?! It was!! Being in governors island for sunset is such a fabulous experience.

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  9. JennyA

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Service could have been better, maybe they were understaffed, didn’t serve us with water at first, waited about 15 minutes for water, the waiter barely checked on us, service was quite disappointing but the food was great.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff

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Island Oyster is rated 4.2 stars by 15 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Island Oyster

Ferry Line Rd, Governors Island, NY 11231

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Carroll Gardens
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Oyster Bar, American, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Stephen Yen
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.islandoyster.com/
  • Phone number
    (917) 268-0200
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private events for groups of all sizes up to 600 guests. Please contact us at events@islandoyster.com
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