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The Mermaid Oyster Bar, New York, NY

The Mermaid Oyster Bar

4.7
4.7
2118 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
20:00
Booked 36 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
  • Charming
The Mermaid Oyster Bar is a warm, friendly, casually sophisticated neighborhood meeting place for dining, drinking and socializing. We serve seafood inspired from the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean. All our food is extremely fresh. “From the sea to the table” is how we like to put it.

Happy hour daily from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. $1.50 oysters & clams, drink specials and Mermaid favorites like our fish tacos, shrimp sliders and more.

Swim on by we look forward to serving you soon!

- The Mermaid Oyster Bar Team

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00 Happy Hour Mon 16:30–21:00 Tue–Sun 16:30–18:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Cressotti
  • Area
    Greenwich Village
  • Cross Street
    Corner of Bleecker & MacDougal
  • Parking details
    There is a lot on West 3rd between Bleecker St and Sixth Ave.
  • Public transit
    West 4th StreetHouston Street
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 16:30 - 18:00,Mon - 16:30 - 20:45,Tue - Sat - 16:30 - 18:00
    Happy hour daily from 4:00 - 6:00 pm (available at bar and all tables). $1.50 oysters & clams, drink specials and Mermaid favorites like our fish tacos, shrimp sliders and more.

What 2,118 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Manhattan

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Mermaid Oyster Bar is beloved for its "great happy hour" with "the best oysters and clams," and a lively atmosphere. Diners praise the "excellent service" and "delicious food," including standout lobster rolls and seafood platters. Attentive staff and a cozy setting make it a favorite neighborhood spot.
2,118 Reviews
  1. satyen

    New York City13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The seafood platter in particular was disapointing

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  2. David VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Very limited menu compared to the other Mermaid restaurants. Other than french fries, they do not have other sides, such as vegetables. The music and room was very loud.

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  3. davidm VIP

    San Diego13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 11 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food, but I felt overpriced. Was still hungry after splitting the grand tower. Very loud.

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  4. Aura VIP

    New York City108 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are regular patrons. We were totally shocked that Jason is no longer there. There was a very great relationship with the staff that was visible and relayed a positive work environment. Very disappointed with this action from upper management. The staff seemed harried albeit congenial. Malcolm, whom we had met before, is great. But the way Jason was dismissed is a true mystery and leaves an unsavory taste.

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  5. Leia

    New York City20 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I’m heartbroken! This was one of our regular neighborhood spots. Last night we found out the that menu was completely changed but most importantly, our two favorite items are gone! Whole branzino and sautéed calamari salad. I must say that anyone whom I ever brought to this place and tried both, admitted those were one of the best food experiences. The way they made branzino was incredible and the calamari salad - you just couldn’t find it anywhere else. I can never understand why would a restaurant remove top products. Bye bye mermaid Inn, we will miss what you used to be. 😢

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  6. Jeff

    New York City113 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoyable: good food, good staff, good people watching. Love the trout dip and lobster roll.

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  7. Daria

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. Probably our fourth or fifth visit overall. Food is always fresh. We got the grand seafood tower and Parker rolls this time and they did not disappoint. Perfect little feast that did not weigh us down before our concert a few blocks away. The crab hand rolls are so creamy and delicious. The rolls were beautifully made, soft and crunchy. So good. A definite go to date night spot with my new husband.

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  8. Elizabeth VIP

    New York City42 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Glad to find a Mermaid that still serves their chocolate pudding cups. I miss the one that used to be in my neighborhood on Amsterdam Avenue. Very cozy atmosphere and great oysters. Pleasant and attentive service too.

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  9. William

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I really enjoyed my time. We had to ask the server multiple times for multiple things but besides that; the food was delicious. You all have the best bread I’ve ever had. Hands down!

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  10. Mariana VIP

    Mexico City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food. Cozy and great atmosphere

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FAQs

The Mermaid Oyster Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 260-0100.

The Mermaid Oyster Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 2118 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
20:00
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for The Mermaid Oyster Bar

89 MacDougal Street, New York, NY 10012

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corner of Bleecker & MacDougal
  • Area
    Greenwich Village
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00 Happy Hour Mon 16:30–21:00 Tue–Sun 16:30–18:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a lot on West 3rd between Bleecker St and Sixth Ave.
  • Public transit
    West 4th StreetHouston Street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Cressotti
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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