Ama Raw Bar West Village

My Honey found the gem 💎 for me. He surprises me with his research and I surprised him with back to back oyster intake🤣🤣🤣 Next new restaurant for my seafood adventures. I must say fabulous food and good services. Firstly As soon as we entered ,a great welcome by hostess… followed by very enthusiastic and great server named LOUIS. Who helped us on menu and on my seafood adventures. Happy hour and drinks menu were good. For drink we had SPICY PALAWAN PEAR PRESSURE MATCH PARADAISU Unfortunately I didn’t get any drink picture 🤪 But trust me over all drinks,foods and service were 10 out of 10… 100% recommended Being new to seafood and new to oyster craze. We ended up getting 3 rounds of oyster from happy hour. ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you AMA for delicious dinner. Going back soon 😘

Our third place This is our favorite bar in the city and we always have a great time there. The drinks are great (the Mezcal Palawan is great in the winter and in the summer). The oysters are delicious, with the best condiments (scallion ponzu, gochujang cocktail and lemongrass mignonnette) — with one of the best raw bar happy hours you can find. The rest of the menu is delicious: a true feast for seafood lovers (from the raw bar to the warm dishes), with great options too if that’s not what you love (don’t sleep on the rich Mushroom Udon). Above all the team is so kind and friendly: they truly embody the meaning of hospitality, and you’ll want to come back just to feel a warm welcome that’s so rare in big cities. This is the place you wished you had discovered sooner.

Went for the oyster happy hour! Each person can get 24 oysters at $1.25. Wish it was more but they were good! Great service and atmosphere.

One of my favorite spots in West V. Their food was amazingingly Fresh in terms of shellfish and the mix Japanese cuisin was just chef’s kiss. Luis was our server that night and he did an amazing job suggesting which food suits our needs and btw, the drinks are good too i got the Ama Sour! Will definitely come back ❤️💯

Mediocre and kinda overpriced. Happy hour prices are ok but that’s about it. Service messed up our order, and was surprisingly hard to flag down to get the check. They were also out of a couple of the happy hour items… 30 minutes into happy hour.

Absolutely love this place! Their happy hour deals are amazing. Highly recommend the tuna crispy rice and lobster bao buns. The staff is extremely friendly! The manager, Brandon, is so attentive. Overall amazing experience!!

Really good happy hour oysters! Also got an order of the cod cakes and a couple beers and it was an enjoyable meal on a rainy day! The staff was very attentive and helpful. The restaurant felt comfortable and was full but not crowded. If you're around the area, i'd recommend stopping in!

Just happen to be in the neighborhood and found a true gem 💎 🙌🏾 👌🏾...from the service, food, and a great lychee martini 🍸I learned that Ama In Japanese, (海女) refers to female free divers who collect seafood, particularly shellfish and seaweed, without using modern diving equipment...which is so dope after returning from my 2nd trip to Japan...maybe it's fate, but please check them out!!!

We went there last weekend and it was AMAZING. The service was exceptional and the food was amazing. The crispy rice tuna, mussels, and cocktails were out of this world. Definitely great for a girls night, date night, or anything else really. My boyfriend left his credit card there on accident and didn't realize until the following day. Thankfully his card was still there when we went back Tuesday. We appreciate them holding onto the card!

Had such a lovely time here! My friends and I visited Ama for our birthday month celebration and the staff was lovely, kind and made sure we felt special and celebrated. The food was phenomenal and the cocktails were very on point. I love how well paired everything is. Great atmosphere, great food, can't recommend this place highly enough.

I come here all the time after work. The food is delicious especially the crunchy tuna, and the staff is great. I specifically want to shout out Faith, Carmen, and the General manager, Brandon. They always bring good vibes and are very professional. love this place, highly recommend.

Was looking for an oyster happy hour that didn't end before happy hour starts (are people getting out of work at 3p and are they hiring?!). Ama's ends at 7p and not only has a great HH oyster deal but also a bunch of discounted apps and drinks all with a yummy Asian twist. And unlike other happy hours where the service disappears and you watch your precious HH time evaporate with minimal opportunities to order, we were consistently checked on to make sure we were getting the most of the HH window. To cap it off, we were treated to a great mochi dessert (sesame, mango and coffee--all hit flavors and no duds) and the host, Brandon, even joined us for a delicious closing shot (that I'm so glad came at the end because otherwise I would've ordered a giant version as a drink ). *For an extra eye catching treat, check out the very cool and sexy photography around the restaurant and in the restrooms!

This place is finding its stride. The seafood menu is very experimental. When they get it right it is awesome. Everyone orders the crispy rice tuna. It's not the best combo with hot rice and cold tuna. However! The rest of the menu - when they get it right, you win! The must eats are: the Kimchi mussels - rice paper chicken quesadilla - and if they have it, the Thursday dungeoness crab for $30. And who doesn't love oyster happy hour. Definitely worth a visit.

I came here a few days ago wanting some seafood and the moment I walked in I was greeted by faith and the manager who were both the absolute sweetest. Service was top tier and the food was amazing! I only came here to explore New York but definitely can't wait to go back to New York to have amazing seafood and amazing service.

Ama Raw Bar is one of my favorite spots for happy hour oysters. I've only been to the East Village location in the past, but this location is on par with it. Came by right after work on a Wednesday and the place wasn't too busy. I made a res on Resy anyway just to be safe. There were two options for HH oysters -- Chesapeake, VA ($1.25) and New Brunswick, CA ($2). You can only order 2 dozen at a time. Both options were good, but loved the oysters from New Brunswick because they were so meaty and sweet. There are a few cocktails on the HH menu as well. Lychee Martini is strong, but I especially enjoyed the Spicy Palawan (choice of mezcal or tequila). We also ordered the HH small plates: YUZU PEPPER SHRIMP: I would hold off on this. It just tasted like mediocre walnut shrimp. MISO COD CAKES: Nice, flaky and a great source of protein! Probably of my favorite of these HH dishes. CHICKEN RICE PAPER QUESADILLA: seemed like a rendition of a Vietnamese rice paper pizza, but solely with cheese and chicken; can't say I loved this, but I didn't hate it. The sauce that came with the quesadilla was delicious though. I must say the one highlight dish not on the HH menu are the Drunken Mussels. The broth the mussels are braised in is extremely addictive. It also comes with nori fries, which I love dipping in the broth. This is the one dish I always find myself ordering by the end of the night.

Quick shoutout to *AMA's Raw Bar*--because this happy hour was a win! Oysters for just $1.25? Say less. And the lychee martini? Only $11 and *so* good. That's a deal in my book! I sat at the bar, vibed in a cute spot, and got great service from the super polite staff. Definitely coming back for happy hour! I only have a photo of the remnants of greatness lol

This was so cute! We came here to celebrate a a friend's new job and we had so much fun. Our waitress was so sweet and attentive, she seemed to have a lot fun at work which was nice and refreshing to see! Food was yummy, the mussels were the star of show. You can't come here without getting those! Everything was we ordered was good - lobster ramen (4/5) , miso glazed salmon (4/5), crispy rice (5/5), and some other apps. I'd come back!

We came here for the first time last night and had a very enjoyable meal. Ama has a great vibe, very vibrant and cozy. The menu was also unique, with Asian influenced drinks and food. Drinks: - Lychee Martini (vodka, lychee purée): I loved, especially since it was with lychee purée - Matcha Paradaisu (tequila, matcha, elderflower, lemon): Not my favorite combination - Spicy Palawan (tequila, jalapeno, calamansi, lime, spicy sesame salt): I just had a sip, but it was definitely spicy Food: - Oysters (6 St. Simon from VA and 6 Bacat from Canada): They were fresh and the Bacat was so nice and smooth. - Toro & Tobiko: I liked the yuzu flavor. Could've been better with more toro--the crispy rice was a little too overpowering. - Sashimi Salad: Nice salad. The dressing tasted like ponzu and I couldn't taste the wasabi at all--which was perfect for me since I don't love wasabi. - Nori Fries: Very flavorful and addictive. Couldn't stop eating them! - Wild Mushroom Fried Rice: Too much sauce--would have preferred lighter. It can get quite loud depending on where you're sitting. So it may not be the best place for an intimate conversation, but it was still nice for couples, especially since they have small dishes and you can try many things. We'd ordered too much food for 2 people, though, and ended up taking some home.

I heard good things about AMA Raw Bar from my friend who moved here. She said the HH is super worth it because the oysters are fresh and the drinks are strong. I definitely agree with her! Staff were very friendly and checked in on us often. + Lychee martini 5/5: Sweet, refreshing, and extremely boozy! + Oysters 5/5: Fresh and meaty without any sand. The three different sauces all tasted great with the oysters. I liked the ponzu one best! + Cod cakes 4/5: Nicely fried with great crispy texture. I thought squeezing the lemon juice onto it really helped with the flavor and neutralized any fishiness. + Yuzu shrimp 3/5: Not bad, but not my favorite. It tasted like cheap Chinese food that's deep fried and covered in flavored mayo. + Rice paper quesadilla 3/5: Interesting take to replace flour tortilla with rice paper. It was a bit dry. Glad I got to try this place for HH!

The food was out of this world, the staff was beyond wonderful, and the vibe of the place was cool! Definitely going back!

One of my fav happy hours. I typically go to the east village location but I was in the area so me and friends decided to stop in. Ama never fails to be amazing. They have great specials with $11 lychee cocktails and $1.25 oysters. You can't beat it! The service is always top notch too! I hope they continue to expand and open more locations.

High-quality oysters and cocktails. Great place in the West Village to enjoy happy hour after work, will definitely be coming back in the future. Highly recommend trying all of their raw seafood and the lychee slushy. Also, very friendly and attentive wait staff.

Love this spot !! They have. Great happy hour deals and now they also have weekend happy hours deal! Love their spicy Palawan (spicy margarita) and lychee martini! And don't forget about their food, tako wasabi, crispy tuna rice sushi, anyone if their mussels with nori fries are amazing! AND pls Don't forget about their oyster Hh deals! I recently tried their mushroom fried rice and hamachi collar which is only limited so pls ask and trust me you won't regret it! Friendly staff and it'll be your next go to spot like me ! Highly recommend !!

Food: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Came by for happy hour oysters, and left with a full belly! We got 4 dozen oysters (24 of each type; $1.25 and $2.25 (I think)). They were fresh and not too briney. Hamachi kama was super tender. I personally wished it had less sauce, but my party loved the ponzu sauce. The lychee martini was well flavored and had a prominent alcohol flavor in comparison to the lychee. Open to coming back solely for another HH and more oysters.

Loved this place. The happy hour was awesome ($1.25 oysters!) and the service was fast and nice! The food was also delicious; I especially liked the pepper shrimp.

Came here with a couple of coworkers for drinks after work around 8:30pm and had the best waitress (shoutout to TIMMI - she's only here Thursdays!) who made sure we got all our food and drinks in order each time she came around. We ordered 2 rounds of oysters - forgot which kinds but there were two so we had half a dozen of each. They were the best oysters I've had in a while!! So smooth and very fresh. Drinks - I had the espresso martini while my companions got the tequila (I think spicy Palawan) and lychee martini. Always been a huge fan of espresso martinis so can say after 3 rounds.. I was in a very good place. Great place for dates or catch ups. Honestly kind of gives a speakeasy vibe as well but you can get food while you drink!

Ive come in several times for oyster happy hour. You get usually 1 or 2 oysters to choose from which currently is Chesapeake Bay, Virginia $1.25 or St. Simon - New Brunswick, CANADA at $2.25 each. They also do a number of cocktails that pair well the bivalves. Outdoor seating or more slightly dimly lit interior, chill vibe. Good place to hang out after work or for a casual date, etc.

One of the best restaurants I've been to in the past few months! Brandon the manger was we and caring for the moment we walked in- soaked from the rain. The ambiance is fun, drinks are unique, the service is 10/10, and the food (I think we tried everything on the menu) is delicious. I would recommend the mushroom fried rice to anyone!

Stay away - ***Credit Card Fraud alert***. Police report complaint has been filed against the Ama Raw Bar West Village. We left our credit card overnight and received bank fraud alerts in the morning when card was still on possession of the restaurant. The restaurant staff were extremely rude when we went to pickup card. I also thought it was strange they handed me to card right away. without confirming the name or asking for ID. The card belonged to another person in our group. Be careful with this restaurant!

The best spot for happy hour and mussels! The happy hour oysters always hit the spot. There are two options - Barcat oysters from VA for $1.25 and St. Simon oysters from CA for $2.25. The Barcat oysters are briny, but light. The St. Simon oysters are more meaty and sweet. They have 3 sauces - ponzu scallion, cocktail, and a vinaigrette. Highly recommend the ponzu sauce! Always order the Mellow Mussels!! It is a huge portion of perfectly cooked mussels in a lemongrass cilantro broth and comes with a side of crispy shoestring fries with nori on top. The mussels are so tender and just melt in your mouth. The broth is so delicious, I could drink the whole bowl. It also comes with a fried bao to soak up the broth. Shout out to the staff who are always amazing! The interior of the restaurant looks like the inside of a submarine - it is dark, but cozy. The bathrooms have many diving pictures! The east village location is more open air, loud music open bar, whereas this location is more intimate and quiet. Perfect for date nights or catching up with some friends over drinks.

Freud Alert Mistreated My friend left their credit card at Ama Raw Bar West Village, and by morning they were getting bank fraud alerts -- even though the card was still at the restaurant. Strangely, they confirmed all our reservation details but never reached out about the card. When we went to retrieve it, the staff and owner were extremely rude and handed it over without even asking for ID And misaligned in facts if the evening with no room for dialogues. Something felt really off Especially where the person said they were the owner. Aside from the wait on food, being rushed to order, items being forgotten, and then being scolded -- it was inexcusable.

I think this is my new favorite spot for happy hour oysters and drinks! Made reservations for early Saturday and it was pretty quiet. My friends and I ordered a ton of items off the menu to share. They have the usuals like tuna crispy rice and rock shrimp, but the charred octopus was a standout. We also had a couple dozen of their barcats, and every piece was well-shucked and clean. It eventually got busy and they kindly offered spots at the bar so they can clear the table for another reservation. Had a couple more of their delicious Palawan cocktails and called it a night.

Their happy hour menu is a great value with a variety of drinks/eats you can order! We got a dozen oysters, lychee martinis from their hh menu and ordered their mushroom baos and mushroom udon bowl from their regular menu. Loved every single item we ordered and will be back to get those exact same things again! Staff was v attentive and good about letting us know when happy hour was ending as well.

I liked AMA Raw Bar in the East Village so I wanted to see if this location was just as good. We went during HH. Service was a bit slow at first but they had just opened. As customers trickled in, service was more attentive. I liked the vibe at the other location more...food was also better as well. I love crispy tuna rolls in general but the ones here have such a small amount of tuna in comparison. You can barely taste it. It's $18 for mostly crispy rice... I'd rather go to the East Village. We ordered a half dozen each of the two oysters. St. Simon was more flavorful. The cheaper one also had lil broken pieces of shell at least in the few I tried. We also had the yuzu shrimp and miso cod cakes. Yuzu shrimp reminded us of Mayo shrimp sans walnuts and if you're Chinese, you've had it before...these are just lil shrimps which are really cheap. Miso cod cakes were just okay. We also tried the mushroom fried rice which would've been a lot better if it wasn't incredibly salty for us. Lots of mushrooms..but it also tasted like it was covered in unagi sauce. Way too salty I couldn't have too much. I know a lot of restaurants over-salt their foods but less is better. Lychee martini..wouldn't get it again, hope they don't use canned lychees. We preferred the spicy or mezcal Palawan, pretty similar. Food was too rich so I didn't feel well afterwards, I couldn't enjoy my night in the city later on. The shrimps had a lot of mayo. We're just not used to that, I forgot to ask for it on the side. I noticed other diners enjoyed their meal but they didn't order as much as we did.

So far the best lychee martini I've ever had. The subtle sweetness makes it hard to taste the alcohol in the drink. The bloody orange was great too of course. It was interesting that the frozen lychee colada was very strong in alcohol - my friend was feeling tipsy so that would be great value! Glad we came here for happy hour!

$1.25 oysters during happy hour. Delicious and fresh. This alone is enough reason to come here. If you need more reasons try the crispy rice tuna. It's a symphony of delicious flavors and textures inside your mouth. Fries were next level. Extra crispy and tasty. Didn't love the chili octopus. It was okay but just too oily. The drinken mussels had a delicious broth. We drank up all the broth. Service was super attentive and friendly. Lighting is dim and romantic. Come here for oysters and drinks during happy hour. Run.

I love Ama for their happy hour oysters! One of the cheapest finds you'll find in the city for oysters and great taste. They also have other happy hour options on the menu like certain cocktails and their yuzu pepper shrimp (which I'd also recommend having). It's a good spot for a date night or to catch up with friends.

Came for happy hour and everything was so delicious!! We ordered some items off the happy hour menu as well but we were amazed by everything we had. Oysters were very fresh and the sauce pairings were perfect. The crispy rice tuna was good but not too special. I was still quite pleased with the dish, and the chili oil charred octopus was great- the best item we ordered. It was flavorful, spicy, and all the flavors balanced perfectly. The drinks were strong yet tasty! We were seated outside, so the slushies were so refreshing for the hot summer day. The service was SO friendly!! The waitresses were great with suggesting dishes and getting to know us. They also sent some drinks, which was such a nice touch. Overall a great experience, and I'll definitely be back.

Happy hour oysters!! It's hard to get them cheap anywhere anymore. Even though they upped the price to $1.25, it's still worth it. They only offer one type of oyster but they're sweet and fresh. I love all the unique sauces that they offer with the oysters - it compliments them very well. I also ordered the Szechuan chicken wings. Definitely not Szechuan flavor but they were tasty, crispy and not to spicy. Ambiance is great - romantic and moody. Even though it's packed during the evening hours, it doesn't seem overly crowded or loud. I loved the dim lighting and simple decor.

We came here for happy hour and got the limit of 48 oysters. They were really good even though they only had one kind. The sauces it came with were eh; I wish they just had the regular sauces. We also got drinks. The white wine was really good. The lychee martini was not good at all. I would not recommend. It was so bitter and the flavor combos did not work. The spicy palawan was delicious so I'd recommend that instead. We also got the tuna crispy rice and it tasted like what you'd expect. Nothing super special.

Happy hour goes from 5pm until 7pm and they have $1.25 oysters, which is honestly still such a steal for the city. The ambiance inside is super cute as well - it's dark and candle-lit and the tables aren't too close to each other. We were able to walk-in at 6 without a reservation, but the restaurant was pretty busy so I think we just got lucky. Oysters ($1.25/oyster) - these tasted very fresh and weren't small at all. Great value. Came with three different sauces, which were all tasty. The kitchen did lose our order for an hour though, which was really unfortunate since it made us lose the rest of happy hour. Weird situation since the kitchen claimed they delivered the food but we very clearly didn't get it.

The server I had was great until I was asked to leave. I arrived at 5pm ordered food and drinks. At 6:00 the host told me someone was waiting on my seat. This review was made at 6:14pm standing outside. No one was waiting at the door.

Came here for happy hour oysters after we landed in NYC on a wednesday evening and wow these are some of the most enjoyable oysters I've ever had (even more than expensive ones I've tried in my life). The sauces that came with it MADE the oyster burst with flavor. We planned on only sharing a dozen oysters because we wanted to grab some pizza afterwards but ended up getting a second dozen because it's so good. We ate many things in NYC on that trip but the oysters was the most memorable thing I ate and can't wait to return in the future. We came for happy hour on a Wednesday right when it opened, there were barely any customers so it was nice and quiet. We sat at the bar and had some lychee martinis with our oysters and they were delicious. The happy hour deal is really good and I definitely recommend it.

My friend and I booked here at the last minute on a Saturday and had a great time. Very solid dirty martini. And we loved the lobster bao buns and tuna appetizer. Fun vibe for a weekend meal.

Almost dont want to post this review. What a hidden gem for happy hour oysters. Went with my two toddlers and they were so nice and accommodating. Oyster fresh and fries and cocktails so good. I loved my lychee lemonade too!

Too loud, food is hit and miss, and the service could be better. I enjoyed the oysters but i was particularly disappointed in the lobster and uni udon, there was barely any lobster and the uni was a joke.

I love this place! The seafood quality is amazing for the price. The staff is super friendly and it's a beautiful atmosphere. The owner, Harvey is very accommodating and caring as well. I would recommend this place to anybody, especially the oysters, shrimp or lobster bao buns and yellowtail jalapeño (my personal favorites). Also- a great lychee martini.

Got both oysters they were both delicious the chili oil charred octopus was divine super tender great flavor and spicy chili oil was perfectly oily not too spicy pairs well with anything and the cod cake was filling with great texture, service was friendly and food came fast, intimate setting ambience great for dates or small gatherings

Good food, good drinks, excellent service! My friends and I popped in, just looking for somewhere to sit and grab a drink after a cold evening in the West Village, and had the best time! Out server Chris and bartender Carlos made us feel right at home. They also have happy hour until 7pm, even on the weekends! We shared some apps and tried a couple different drinks. We all especially enjoyed the miso cod cakes and the lychee martinis. Would come back!

I really wanted to love this place because of all the great reviews and the dollar oyster happy hour. Dollar oysters are hard to come by these days, especially in a post-Covid world. Unfortunately, everything was just okay. I made a reservation via Resy for our party of 3 on a Friday at 6:30. At first we had a fourth person coming but there wasn't anything available on the app, even though the table we were seated at was for four people..weird. We made it in time for happy hour, which ends at 7. Also appreciated that happy hour was available at the table. For happy hour drinks, cocktails and wines range from $9-$12 and the house lager is $6. I had the Miho (vodka, yuzu - I love yuzu, lemon, berry, sparkling wine). This was very refreshing but one was my max since it does get kind of sweet overtime. My next drink was the Aperol Spritz, which was fine. We started off with a dozen oysters each. The taste was not bad but a lot of them weren't shucked properly, so I felt like I was constantly picking out bits. I also wish there was a sauce more innovative than the standard cocktail sauce/red wine mignonette, especially with such an Asian-inspired menu. For the main, we decided to just share a bunch of dishes: Crispy rice tuna (spicy mayo, scallions, spiced sesame, sweet soy) - I hardly meet a crispy rice tuna (or crispy rice anything, for that matter) that I don't like but this was a little soggy. I think it was because it came out pretty much the same time as our oysters, and we were busy trying to clear that first since it was a massive plate that pretty much took up the entire table. The flavor of it was good though. This comes with 6 pieces so it was a perfect split for the three of us Steak tartare (sirloin, Japanese mustard, pear, pickled shimeji, egg yolk sauce, wonton chips) - our bad for ordering this at a seafood restaurant. That was our mistake. It was a weird texture, like they added cornstarch to it Chili oil charred octopus (poached and charred octopus, house vinegar, chili oil, taro, scallion) - this was mostly taro and had very few pieces of octopus in it. At least the octopus wasn't chewy though Nori fries - these fries were soo good. They might have been the best part of the meal. They're shoestring, reminiscent of McDonald's fries, topped with Nori - so it was a nice twist Angry mussels (spicy kimchi broth, chili pepper, garlic, with nori fries) - these were good. It wasn't too spicy and the broth was great, especially for dipping the fries in. I only wish we read that this came with fries before ordering an extra side of nori fries. But we still ended up eating most of the fries. Overall, I would say to just get the crispy tuna rice (but make sure you eat it as soon as it comes out), and the mussels with fries. Those were the best dishes. However, I'm not sure I would come back just for that.

Came here for a QUICK happy hour before a concert with my bestie and boyfriend a few weeks ago. I've been wanting to visit Ama Raw Bar but never made it out there- I noticed that they opened a location in the West Village and knew it was meant to be! We were planning on just throwing back a drink and some oysters- I think we were in and out in 20 minutes haha Ordered a dozen oysters- fresh and delicious! All the drinks were pretty good- the Miho, Lychee Martini and Aperol Spritz. I think these were all $10 during happy hour. Will be back for the HH oysters but also to try some other food.

Ama has good vibes--the dark wood and multiple seating areas (bar, window table top, tables) makes for a few separate experiences which is nice when on a date and you don't know what's the right fit--options and an audible sometimes makes for a win. The food was delicious, although the staples are the same tried and true winning quasi sushi offerings--the crispy rice, popcorn shrimp type stuff--but the take on black cod miso and their mussels were well done and unique--service was fine albeit a bit ditzy--multiple servers, "you didn't get that lychee martini yet??" and one cardinal rule--I don't want to see the front of house staff doing a shot together behind the bar when I'm waiting for my drink. Prices are fair and an overall win.

Oh, you like it raw don't you, you naughty Yelper? I didn't really think an "Asian-inspired seafood restaurant" would actually deliver, but Ama had me eating my words--and oysters. So for starters, the $1 oyster Happy Hour deal is one of the best around, as the oysters are big, juicy and sourced from some choice locations. Happy Hour cocktails run $12 per drink, so definitely splurge and try the Miho for something more complex, or the Spicy Palawan if you want a margarita-lite. From there, it's a cornucopia of seafood dishes to please your brine-loving palate. I recommend the gorgeous, tasty and healthy Sashimi Salad so you can experience all the umami of raw fish with the nutrient-contributing loveliness of fresh greens. The Nori Fries were unreal in their saltiness, their umami-ness (seaweed has natural MSG--AKA umami) and their crunchiness. We got two bowls of them, we loved them so much. The restaurant is as dark, sexy and sleek 'n' chic as Patrick Bateman's FiDi penthouse (before he hacks you to pieces), so this spot is perfect to impress your third Tinder date, your fussy mother-in-law, or your former sorority frenemy. I normally prefer to visit the OG location of a restaurant, but who wants to schlep to Alphabet City when the much more alluring West Village is available? Eh--the decor is pretty much the same in both spots.

Food was great! I've heard great things about this place but didnt expect the flavors to be asian inspired. Came here for happy hour and the oysters came with 3 different sauces: gochujang cocktail, lemongrass vinaigrette, and a ponzo sauce (my favorite). Ambiance was great for a casual date and the service was impeccable.

Went here for the oyster happy hour.. great ambience, it was a nice day and we sat outside. Service was good, server was attentive. But when HH oyster came.. oh boy, it looked watery, odd. I had oyster elsewhere and never had one watery like these. I gave it a try, taste a bit odd but still alright for me, im not picky. My husband though, after 2 osyters he said it tasted weird for him. Drink was pretty good. Perhaps the food is good, but he just wanted too leave after seeing the oysters.

Second time here & really loving it! Amazing mix of flavors, so many menu options, and kind service. The ambiance is sexy but classy and simple

We came here for HH and got a BUNCH of $1 oysters and they were amazing!! I also got the Sichuan Chicken Buns which were so flavorful and the bun was very soft. For drinks, I got the Spicy Palawan and Lychee Martini. The martini was stronger than I would've like it, but the palawan was very good. Overall, great vibes (looks fancy), great deals and great food!!