"At this stylish seafood spot in Gowanus, expect gussied-up takes on Northeastern (and beyond) clam-shack classics. The raw bar menu is pretty affordable for the genre, and includes a lavish tower for $125, with 24 oysters, a dozen clams, six shrimp, half of a chilled lobster, and salmon crudo; smaller versions go for $75 or $40. Besides full-fledged fish feasts, this is a great option for a drink and some oysters post-work, too. There’s a cafe offshoot in Greenpoint, too. Note: cash only." - Alexandra Ilyashov