"Through all of Mabel Gray’s wonderfully experimental menus, one constant that diners have come to expect is raw and baked oysters. Previous preparations at Mabel Gray include Island Creek oysters with nuoc cham or fresh horseradish, lemon granita, and Aleppo pepper. There’s always a baked oyster available too, with miso-chipotle butter and panko being a previous standout. Oysters are a perfect way to start a meal at Mabel, but consider ordering a full dozen and a glass of bubbly from its vampiric-looking Champagne dungeon, too. Score a reservation on Tock." - Danny Palumbo