Oceana

I’ll start by saying that I usually never leave reviews . But Oceana deserves all the stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 I found this place by accident when I looked for a pre Broadway birthday dinner for my mother in law . I’m so happy I did, because we had the best experience. I booked the table for 6pm on a Saturday on the same day. We were greeted by staff, they asked if we’re seeing any show after, they made sure they take care of us before we needed to head out for a show. All of the staff members were very attentive and kind. Sommelier for wine pairing painted pictures in my head when telling about beautiful regions that made my wine taste even better. We were intrigued by the menu and wanted to try everything. So we went with 4 course chefs tasting menu. The portions were perfectly sized to be able to taste everything they bring. Every single meal and wine pairing was beyond this world! Our kids couldn’t care about anything else than pasta and pizza, which they happened to have on their kids menu. It was a nicely prepared food, unlike anywhere else where they don’t put effort into kids meals. . It was also refreshing to be in a place with a good family sized tables, where it’s not too dark, loud and crowded unlike anywhere in NYC. Perfect for a family dinner to enjoy a dinner conversation with loved ones. I would go back every day if I could , couldn’t recommend more! Thank you!❤️

We booked for 5pm in order to make our Broadway showtime. The maitre d', sommelier and service staff were all very attentive and efficient in getting us seated, served and out the door on time. We tried our seafood fried, raw and roasted. So good.

The food was excellent, but the service was disappointing. The servers were too busy, and we had to wait 40 minutes just to place our order. Even though there were plenty of empty tables in the main area, we were told a reservation was required. So, we had to make a reservation on the spot. If you plan on going on a Saturday night, be sure to reserve in advance.

The hanger steak medium rare is cooked to perfection. The oysters are fresh. The olive oil cake was delicious! Even the complimentary bread is excellent. Had a great time. Service is excellent.

This is my favorite dinner spot between Broadway shows. The food and service are impeccable, and the location is so convenient. Oysters from the raw bar make a great start to your meal, and there is a prix fixe menu available. You can’t go wrong with whatever you order.

I highly recommend Oceana on 59th. It’s rare that give 5 stars, but I had dinner and tried the four course option that was perfect. Everything was delicious. The portions were good since it was four course. I’d eat here again and I’m curious about the other menu items. It was flavorful, fresh, and light. Yellowtail crudo had a lemon zip with olive oil; lobster scampi linguine (the noodles were perfect and I could have eaten a pound of this); branzino had a crispy skin with a zesty green sauce; and millet feuille that had a citron cream like key lime. $119 plus tip. I had water.

I recently visited Oshana Restaurant in Times Square, New York, and overall, it was a delightful experience. The ambiance was inviting and the staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive. The menu offers a variety of dishes that are well-prepared and flavorful, showcasing a fusion of traditional and modern culinary techniques. However, I did find the portion sizes to be quite small. While the quality of the food is commendable, the quantity left me wanting more. For the price point, I expected more substantial servings. If you're looking for a place with delicious food and a pleasant atmosphere, Oshana is a good choice, but be prepared for smaller portions. Overall, I would recommend Oshana for its great taste and service, but hope they consider increasing their portion sizes in the future.

Great food and drinks. The hugo spritz was delicious as well as the sliders which were greasy but good. The zucchini whipped ricotta pizza was decent.

Solid seafood experience The tasting menu is a good value if you want to choose something for every category and to sample everything they are known for. All the courses I choose were apparently what they are known for / most popular Tuna tartare. Good portion but nothing special Lobster scampi. Generous portion of lobster and pasta cooked perfectly. Was nice but not spectacular though. Swordfish. One mussel had grit. Shrimp slightly overcooked as was the swordfish. Pistachio semifredo. Delicious. Although the bread base was dry and didn't seem to add anything to the dish. Service was ok. Waiter took my order and provided suggestions when asked. But the rest of the meal they only showed to deliver and remove dishes as well as replenish water and bread. No checkins. No attempt to make an impact. Beautiful decor fitting of the area Overall it's ok and good for price if doing tasting. Nothing spectacular food wise or service wise. Would go back if I felt like seafood and was in the area. But not a place I would plan for.

Wanted to have a lighter dinner instead of the many steakhouses in the area. The restaurant its really large and very nicely done. The service was top notch and they really made us feel special. I try the Oceana drink and it was really tasty. Not super strong or weak. We started our meal with the burrata salad with prosciutto and figs, the salad was delicious and a good portion to share. I went with the chicken and my husband had the Branzino. Both dishes were very well done and we really enjoyed them. This was a great meal.

No idea why this place has a rating in the 3s. I guess food portions are small but that is really not the case. Oceana is a true fine dining experience. The food and the service were marvelous. We were greeted by 2 servers who constantly attended our table and never let our glasses of water be empty. The wine sommelier visited us and told us if we need any drinking recommendations he is here to help which was a nice gesture but both me and my guest don't drink. Let's get to the food. That octopus was to die for and the sauce it was on was thick, salty and sweet. Absolutely perfect. The ceviche was fresh with shaved strawberries and pickled green strawberries. I have never tasted such a distinct ceviche before. Summer vibes. The branzino was amazing and the entree portion was huge. All in all I loved date night here. Very upscale and classy ambiance with amazing service and food. A 4.5/5 experience for me.

Oceana provides such consistent, excellent food and service that it's my go-to recommendation for nice client dinners. However, after a Broadway musical, my friend and I made a last-minute decision to stop by with our young kids for an early dinner, because we all love seafood. Not only did we love the food as expected, but the staff treated us and the kids just as excellently as the staff always treats us during business dinners, and I just really appreciated that.

Food was amazing and flavorful! Portions were bigger than expected. The crab cake was delicious with an incredible sauce. Th grilled branzino was cooked to perfection! Loved the environment, modern and elegant! Would definitely go back. The service was great too!

Had the opportunity to try Oceana, and decided to go with the Filet Mignon for my entree. It was a perfectly cooked medium rare, however I thought it could have been more flavorful or better seasoned. The potato rosti was nice and crunchy, adding a bit of texture to the dish. For dessert, the panna cotta was quite tasty and soft. Service was very attentive and the ambiance was quite upscale and modern. Next time, I might try one of the seafood dishes to see if I like it more!

Such a beautiful restaurant and a great time! NYC is like my second home, and I wanted something quick but away for my birthday. In comes Oceana... Reservations were smooth. From the time we entered to the time we left, no details were left unmet. It was so personable, that I thought we were the only people in the building. For my appetizer, I ordered oysters on the half shell (of course!); they were very briny and delicious. Entree - I ordered the Lobster Scampi, which encompasses lobster roe linguini and tarragon oil. Oh my! It was so filling, buttery, and plain good! Thoroughly enjoyed. Because it was my birthday, a complimentary chocolate cake was delivered to the table. In my opinion, "complimentary" desserts are not always the best; however, in this instance, the chocolate cake was so decadent, smooth, and rich. Time and time again, the staff came over to ensure all needs were met. We even chatted about things unrelated to the restaurant and dining experience. As I mentioned at the start of this review, NYC is like home to me. So, Oceana will see me again when I return. Do yourself a favor and take yourself, your girlfriends or your boo here. Cheers!

This experience was so-so. The food wasn't bad but not what I was expecting. The Rockefeller oysters were only 2. Portions were very small. We also ordered lump crab cake before starting our main course. The environment was nice. I was somewhat disappointed because I was expecting more

I am overwhelmed with the burst of flavor in every dish. I love this restaurant's fantastic choice. Unexpectedly, I think I will crave it for a long while. The oysters as a starter, salad, cocktails, plus branzino and pasta for my bestie made our night out.

- Nice ambiance, the seating was comfortable, it was quiet enough for conversation, and the service was great - The steak was a little chewy. The au jus and ketchup had almost curdled, like it had been sitting for a while. The oysters were delicious.

Came for a late lunch with a former business associate. Upon arrival, it was fairly crowded, but the crowd subsided by the time we were done. The layout was very nice of the restaurant and perfect for a lunch, business meeting or a dinner. I intended to go with the Salmon before I arrived, but then I noticed the three course lunch would suffice. I went with the Steak Frittes ($8 upcharge) with creamed spinach. The other two courses were a salad and a dessert. The Caesar salad was standard, the sorbet was great. I didn't carry for their spinach and didn't really eat any of it, but everything I was pleased with. The service was great and overall, I had a great experience here and would return.

Went there for dinner with a group and at a nice long table. The place was very busy and despite that and the high volume of noise, the high ceilings helped to make conversations easier. We started with a seafood tower which consisted of shrimp, oysters, clams, lobster, caviar and toast and accompaniments. It was a very nice way to start the evening. My entrée was a halibut with a side of brussels sprouts. Halibut and leeks were very tasty, although I found the halibut you have been overcooked and it was a very small portion. The fish was flaky and tasty, but did not have the tender juiciness that I would have expected. Still a nice piece of fish. I recommend this place

Always wonderful. Had the hake fish which was delicious. Also the salad was light and flavorful. The wine pairing was perfect and the service wonderful.

Great service. Very quick and thoughtful about us trying to make it to our show. Food was fresh. Highly recommend if you like seafood.

Bottom line: All the food we tried here was phenomenal. To start, we had the Tuna Tartare, Yellowtail Crudo, Lump Crab Cake, and the Halibut Ceviche. None of them missed. I would order them all again. For mains we got the Grilled Swordfish, the Softshell crab, Summer Risotto, Lobster Scampi, and the Summer Truffle Gnocchi. Again, all delicious, but the Lobster Scampi and the Gnocchi really stood out to us. 100% ordering those again the next time we come. The Gnocchi is very rich and can easily be shared. The waitstaff and sommelier were very attentive and informative. We got great wine pairing recommendations with our mains and had all our questions about the menu answered. The swordfish does have a bit of a spicy kick! The entire dinner was great and I would recommend Oceana to anyone looking for an elevated dining experience.

Quintessential midtown Manhattan seafood restaurant. Started off with the most delicious focaccia. Burrata was light and airy. Ceviche was tangy with some white strawberries. The best appetizer was the octopus served with pine nuts, harissa and chickpeas. Sheep Milk Ravioli was also an incredibly rich pasta dish. For my entree I had the most delicious Dover sole fillet table side and topped with the most perfect meunière sauce. Dessert options were interesting. I finally settled on the orange dreamsicle parfait with my personal favorite, olive oil cake and topped with orange sorbet. My friend ordered the pistachio semifreddo which was very flavorful as well. Service was excellent. Vibe is very lively especially in the bar area. Highly recommend for post work drinks or work dinners.

It was very busy at the bar, the tables in the back room watch emptier has a lot of people were hanging out after work I think. Assist station was close to the bar and they quickly brought me back to the private room that are host had engaged for the evening. We had a pre fixe menu because of the size of the group, we had seafood platters that we shared, bread with some olive oil, and I have the mahi mahi fish with the potatoes and broccoli rabe which was cooked properly but nothing amazing there. Best part of the meal by far was the vanilla panna cotta at the end of the night, dash of sorbet on top and the strawberry and crumbles making for a perfect balance with the gelatin creme. Likely I'll be back to try some of the other fish or desserts another time!

**4.5 stars** What a beautiful restaurant and staff! Came here for a business lunch and had a wonderful experience. I ordered the swordfish ceviche appetizer and bronzini for the main. The olive bread that came with our meal was tasty but a bit too oily for more. It did have a nice crust though. The swordfish ceviche was well prepared and tasty. The bronzini over a bed of spinach which was nicely dressed. The bronzini itself; however, was cooked well but was very small. I ordered an espresso to have with my cookies and the pairing was delightful. Service was great and attentive. I would note that it got pretty packed during lunch with a vast majority of folks on a business lunch. Overall it was a great experience but if you're starving, you may opt for something outside the lunch menu.

Coach/coachee lunch with my two coachees. I have been taking advantage of our per diem and have been taking them to nice places. I think I got the wrong restaurant because this place wasn't all that great. My first time having fried squash blossoms and it was way too much batter and filling. You can't really taste the squash blossoms. The pasta was pretty good. I cannot really tell you what it was because it has been a while, but I recall eating the entire plate and being very full, which is rare for me. I don't think I will be going back here for lunch unless someone suggests it. Expectations exceeded reality.

Wow, we were blown away by this place! First of all, the ambiance: oh my goodness the interior is so pretty. The first room/bar area is eh, but walk past to the hostess stand and you'll see what I mean. The service: I have nothing negative to say at all. From the second we stepped inside, each employee was kind, personable, and attentive. Our waiter was so wonderful, the perfect balance of attentiveness and not hovering! The food: THE FOOD. We had the crab cake for an appetizer and the sauce that came with it was almost as impressive as the crab cake itself. I had the lobster scampi, and I'm so serious when I say it is one of my top 10 best meals I've ever had. The lobster was not fishy/lobster-y at all. The noodles were the authentic thick-cut noodles you get in Italy. Such an exquisite restaurant, forever on my NYC go to places when I'm in town!!!

For our semi-annual meeting of Lviv classmates, this time around, we chose Oceana for its seafood selection, and we weren't disappointed. The place has a white interior that provides the feel of a laid-back San Francisco seafood restaurant. We all had the Tasting Menu. Pro tip: Unless you're not very hungry and only want a single dish, I highly recommend the 4 course Chef's Tasting Menu for $95. It's a great deal because, unlike other tasting menus, you actually get to select from the regular menu 1 appetizer, 1 pasta, 1 main dish, and 1 dessert. It becomes an even better deal if you select higher priced options. I arrived a little earlier than my friends and decided to order a Smokey Old Fashioned, which was rebuffed by "No" from the bartender. To which I responded, "Just an old fashioned?". The bartender said, "Much better." This drink was such a heavy pour that it was strong enough to last me through the dessert. For the appetizer, I chose the Yellowtail Crudo, while some of my friends opted for the Tuna Tartare. I would say that Tuna was the winner here since flavors of acidity and saltiness complemented the Tuna better than the poppy seeds and spicy sauce did for the Yellowtail. But that's nitpicking, as both options were superb. For the pasta, everyone went with this establishment's staple, the Lobster Scampi. Perfectly cooked pasta, layered with delectable pink cream sauce with hints of basil throughout, bombarded with generous chunks of buttery lobster. I usually avoid pasta dishes at an establishment of this caliber. But this was a satisfying pasta dish without making me feel heavy or bloated. For the main course, I went rogue and ordered the Seared Scallops, one ordered the branzino, and most went for the Halibut. There's a reason why Halibut is a favorite of most visitors here - it is perfectly prepared with a flavor profile that is truly enjoyable. The Branzino was ok, but not really outstanding in any aspect. The Seared Scallops were delicious and had an excellent complement with hash browns, sauce, caviar, and greens. It truly had an amazing combination that created an enjoyable taste. It would have been the clear winner had the portion not been so small. In Spanish, cuisine terms, it was closer to a pintxos portion than a tapas portion. A main dish with only two scallops is laughable. For the dessert, I chose the Pistachio Semifreddo, while my friends went for the Chocolate Cake and Lemon Cheesecake. Pistachio Semifreddo had a very good flavor with that nutty undertone throughout and a crumble base. Overall, it was a good unremarkable dessert. The lemon cheesecake was memorable, with citrus flavor throughout the dense sweetness of the cheesy goodness. The chocolate cake is a star here, as it pairs the rich chocolate cake layer with dark chocolate coating, contrasted by several fresh berries. A thoroughly enjoyable experience.

Our first time there. Was recommended by people we just met. Food was excellent. We both ordered the 4-course meal with wine pairings. The wines were ones we had never tasted before, however the sommelier, Matthew Harper, chose amazing pairings. We thought we would have the same wines but since we chose different items from the course menu, we ended up drinking very different wines from each other and they were amazing. Wines from Italy, Portugal, France and the US. Who would have thought I would have a red American blend with Dover Sole Meuniere? My dessert was paired with a 20 year old Tawny Port from Portugal (of course!) Matthew was amazing and he's only in his early 30s! Our waiter, Jose, was very attentive and patient with us as we tried to decide whether to go with the course menu or regular menu. The restaurant is beautiful and open but not too noisy like most other NYC restaurants.

The ambiance in this restaurant is clean, modern and beautifully decorated. The service was outstanding. And the food was consistently excellent. I had the seared Branzino and it was prepared with great care and quality.

(Dined 11/24/2022 TH @ 4:30pm): There was no traditional Thanksgiving meal in this ocean of a restaurant! We ended-up at Oceana for Thanksgiving dinner when I continuously struck out on my handful of top restaurant choices in the area. I wasn't a huge fan of turkey and truly loved seafood, so maybe this was a good omen! I even cracked a wry smile when the scene from "A Christmas Story" where the family went to a Chinese restaurant for Christmas played in my noggin. Did we have a swimmingly good time with a break from tradition!? PURCHASE 2018 San Salvatore Falanghina White Wine 750ml Bottle ($75.00): A real cork, light yellow color, light citrus melon pear aroma, low body, subtle citrus pear flavor, subtle dry finish, subtle dry citrus pear aftertaste, and low astringency https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=tp5RQWLUb0cA-bNqWXsQgw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. 4pc Focaccia Bread (COMP x2): Fluffy, seasoned, and served with a creamy-esque olive oil, we asked for more https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=oDPwlOXbmuodQvnC2ONBeg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw! Shibumi Oysters ($4.50 x2): From Washington state, these bivalves were small and not very meaty https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=slcYPqYMrC-Mx6fYscoGsw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Creamed Spinach ($14.00): Surprisingly a huge portion mixed with roasted garlic and lemon in a buttery broth, I enjoyed it best while it was only hot https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=pO4HXE6MFlYp9dbWQMZtEg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Thanksgiving 3-Course Prix Fixe Meal ($125.00) ~Shellfish Bisque: Creamy silky goodness with only one meaty piece of fish https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=tF7cwSmmysbIxLrv2w_PKQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. ~Grilled Swordfish: A glorious succulent thick piece of fish that gently cae apart with a side of creamy fennel was simply glorious https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=CfdaLbmBhtogoCvbI5sj3w&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. ~Orange Dreamsicle Parfait: Tasted very similar to the childhood frozen dessert with an obvious nod to a breakfast pastry, this was a dream to eat https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=yQPFe0Z_4mBLc3FRWt077w&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Thanksgiving 3-Course Prix Fixe Meal ($125.00) ~Lump Crab Cake: A lovely large mound of soft crab encased in a fried crust atop a bisquelike broth https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Df_f0cxqJbC6o2TFk4pkpw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. ~Short Rib: Small fingerlets of moist tender meat that was good but not great atop a pureed potato-like base with soft glazed baby carrots https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=aW3dC7GNRfok4aO0F75VLg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. ~Chocolate Custard Brownie: More of a s'mores but still a delectable dessert https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ALBlM6AV_76L4AsFcJyBIw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Green Tea ($6.00): A pot of hot palate-cleansing soothing tea - aaahhh! SERVICE Online reservations through Resy was a snap. When we arrived, a very friendly hostess greeted us and chatted while they readied our table. Once at the table, our male server provided menus, recommendations, and water. Once we ordered, he returned with focaccia bread as we macked out! Then, a male sommelier appeared with pairing suggestions, we made a selection, and voila we had glasses of wine - yes! Eventually, a consistent procession of food came out, and throughout the course of our meal we were checked on, wine was poured, and empties cleared away. At the end of the meal, paying for the check was quick and easy - superb! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance) We took about a 15 minute walk from the hotel. Otherwise, I didn't see any lots but believed there were spots along the main drag of 49th St. and all surrounding streets as well as a plethora of nearby subway stations - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A sleek modern large floorplan with two distinct indoor dining areas with an assortment of chairs/tables throughout along with a sizable bar and several wine display case coolers. Plenty of natural lighting came through the many large wall windows while a ton of electric ceiling lights filled in the rest at night. Several TVs only at the bar while no music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=bNHGR1XY1ijxwjUBgSXKSw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE I was dressed in a suit and dress shoes for the holiday. Otherwise, business casual would be the bare minimum. OVERALL Oceana from start to finish was nothing short of spectacular and would love to return to try their standard menu. I preferred hole-in-the-walls versus fine dining, but I felt they hit all the right marks - 'nuff said. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $385.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS

We ordered chef tasting menu. Highlights: - good portion of food (I was able to share a bunch with my 2 y/o) - nice atmosphere with great service - lobster spaghetti was awesome - great dessert with beautiful display - reasonable price Cons: - other courses were not impressive - soft shell crab too salty

The food was delicious and although the caviar wasn't on the menu as a stand alone item, we asked and we got! It was a great way to celebrate my birthday!

I'm a bit surprised by some of the reviews, but as usual, my meal here last night was nothing less than stellar. I've been coming here for years and have never had a dish that wasn't excellent. My mom and I came for dinner and had the 3-course theater menu to accompany our Broadway show. The scallion focaccia bread they served the table was outstanding: super soft, and the flavor was mild but not overpowering with onion. It's definitely one of the best breads I've ever had, and I know my carbs! For dinner, I had the swordfish ceviche. The flavors melded together perfectly, and there were sizable chucks of fish. Loved it! I had the monkfish with brussel sprouts and mashed potatoes as my second course. Whew! This was so amazingly seasoned I wanted to go back into the kitchen and learn all of their seasoning secrets! Those potatoes were so creamy, and I loved all of the other components. My mom's steak and fries were very tasty as well. The steak was juicy and cooked perfectly. For dessert, I had the orange creamsickle parfait. It was an orange lovers' dream! So tasty! My mom had the mixed fruit sorbet, which she loved. All in all, it was an excellent meal per usual, and the service was on point: very attentive and sincere.

Impressive high-end seafood restaurant in midtown. Portions were a wee bit small (I required two entrees) but there was nothing not to like about Oceana.

Arrived here for a birthday dinner celebration on a Saturday night. The host asked us if we are watching the broadway show after. I am assuming they asked you this to flag your table as "in a rush" or not. We (5 people) were seated and ordered scallop crudo, burrata and seared octopus as appetizers and malbec wine bottle. I really enjoyed the burrata with crackers and seared octopus. Then bread came out while we waited for our mains. For our mains, we shared the squid ink pasta, lobster scampi pasta, filet mignon, grilled swordfish and creamed spinach as a side. My friends loved the lobster scampi (I am allergic to crustaceans). I, on the other hand, enjoyed the swordfish sauce with the corn and filet mignon. The squid ink pasta was decent. An hr and 45 min into our dinner we realized we had to leave for the next event. We were full and had a bit of leftovers. Because we couldn't find our waiter we started to put our coats on to indicate we had to go. Shortly after one of the servers came over and we asked for the check. I wish we had a little time to try their dessert or receive a small birthday treat. Maybe next time!

Came here for a work lunch and this little risotto was splendid. Tiramisu was also lovely - very creamy with a toffee crumble. Since it's connected to 1221 I will say the vibes tend to be a littlecorporate-ish though.

Came for lunch on a weekday. Found the experience to be fine. The restaurant itself is really nice and spacious. Most of the guests seemed to be local workers. The food was okay. The salmon burger was only okay: it wasn't very flavorful, so was a little difficult to eat. It was essentially just a basically just a salmon patty on the bun Fries were tasty and they give a huge portion.

They did an excellent job with our business group of 25 and the private room in the back was well appointed. I had the halibut, Tuna app and salad. Clams on the half shell and oysters at the bar were the highlight. It's large, and a good place for large functions. Not a date spot in my opinion however.

Grilled octopus and shrimp cocktail appetizers were very good. Green salad nice as well. Branzino entree was solid, not great. Was hoping for Halibut, but not on menu. No specials? Serviced was very good. Overall, it was a pleasant experience. I would consider again.

Pre-show dinner exceeded expectations, offering delicious and thoroughly enjoyable dishes at this spot renowned for its seafood specialties.

Went here for a pre-fix thanksgiving dinner with a party of 3. Got the turkey, food was homey but came VERY SLOW, how came as they were all prepared and cooked?? Guess they were busy, Service was bad, forgot our orders, had to constantly waive the waiter for water and track down the dishes, maybe they deserve another chance when it's not busy.

Food is good and fresh -- get the fish. The service is great, perfect for a business lunch. Quiet, clean and elegant.

Excellent seafood. Interesting menu. The atmosphere was upscale. I managed to get there while $49 3-course prix fixe was still available for lunch. I don't know if it will continue.

First off, this place is huge! I was really surprised by the number of tables / booths / bar seating there was. Great for a company dinner, date, or for a group of friends. This spot is really gorgeously decorated as well and the ambiance is great. I actually did not really look at the menu before coming here but was thoroughly surprised by how affordable the tasting menu was! An appetizer, a pasta, an entree, AND a dessert for $95! They gave us a bread basket at the beginning (delicious). We ordered the Tuna Tartare which was honestly incredible (super flavorful) and probably my favorite dish. The squid ink pasta was good, nothing super special but the scallops were a great addition that elevated the dish. The Sea Bass & Crab Cioppino was very good too -- personally reminded me of Venetian seafood dishes. The pistachio dessert was incredible! I would say the portion sizes were absolutely perfect for the number of dishes we received. Great service, great food -- 10/10 recommend!

My partner has been curious about the theatre menu offering so we decided to go before a show on a Friday night. This place is huge and was actually surprised at how busy it was at 5:30 since that is kind of early for dinner. Of course, I had to get the oysters for my set menu and it was delicious! Loved the mignonette sauce with it and the oysters were a very good size. I ordered the moules frittes and the mussels were good but the fries were disappointing. The surprise hit was actually the monk fish that my partner ordered! The fish was good and the sides were delicious. I definitely, recommend the monkfish! The creamsicle parfait dessert was so good, much better than I expected! I don't know if I had a low expectations but the cake was so moist and had this lovely orange flavor to it. I will be returning for this theatre menu!

I totally recommend this restaurant. The drinks were great and the food was great and the view was great. My husband and I had the salmon plate and it was wonderful. Very friendly waste staff. It was a bit pricey.

Said to be another 'seafood standout' restaurant in NYC, the same Livanos family who own my fave City Limits restaurant acquired this particular beaucoup space with a soft glow main dining room and large bar area roughly 20 years ago plus another 15 elsewhere in NYC. Prices border on blow-out, so order carefully. One for a special occasion like ours for Christmas Eve dinner. I don't mind the $38 price tag for a substantial fish- but theirs is super thin. My fish had a nice char that rested on a unique Sweet Potato mole. Dozen RI, ME and WA oysters were briny and plump, the buttery baked potato side (sans bacon) had itty-bitty lobster pieces. Hubs liked his $45 Seared Halibut with romanesco, smoked leek, bacon cream but was also on the small side. My Vegan daughter ordered 2 Vegetarian appetizers that were made into Vegan main courses. And my mom enjoyed her super small $49 hanger steak. Our main courses actually had wonderful taste- just small. What I did have an issue with was our rubber "grilled octopus" appetizer which our server kindly brought another. Still rubbery it was. Service was excellent and so was my cocktail that hit me quick. My daughter enjoyed her Rosé and hubs and my mom had their neat Jack Daniels. But with a name like 'Oceana', I was hoping it would give this seafood restaurant more respect because all you'd expect is royal treatment seafood.

Great spot! Menu highlights include the shrimp cocktail, crab cakes, lobster pasta, oysters (take their recommendations), grilled swordfish, sticky rice with tuna on top. Their hummus is surprisingly good considering it's a seafood place. Brian, Tony and Miguel are outstanding bartenders. It's a good spot for happy hour or a sit down dinner. Only knock is sometimes the clientele isn't the best, but that's not their fault. Comes with the neighborhood unfortunately. You get the occasional cable news or finance type who think they're better than everyone else and treat the staff like dirt. It's too bad because other than that, it's an excellent place to eat. Beautiful bar and dining room. Really top notch.

First time visiting. The food is great. Everything is fresh, seems freshly made and best of all is unique. Not like any other place I've ever been. Bravo!

Not enjoyable experience. they did not have the wine we orders off the wine list. the sommelier tried to up charge with a more expensive wine. Scott, the manager wasn't helpful. we had high expectations but would never go back.

Put on your best dress today and go spoil yourself, this restaurant treat u like a queen and a valued customer. The food was so good even if i wanted to i didn't leave the last noodle on the plate. The server was nice , the restaurant is beautiful i enjoyed it

So good!! We did the $95 4-course chef choice ( we were able to select our own choices from each section) It was beyond amazing! The noise level was loud but it was also very busy.. I didn't even notice after 15 minutes. They also remembered it was my birthday. Our waiters name was Felipe he was beyond great! He offered amazing recommendations, and remained attentive to our needs throughout the night.

Had a lovely pre-theatre dinner here. This is a classy restaurant with really good food. It is pricey and definitely busy but unlike some of the restaurants around the theatre district that seem to just churn out mediocre food - this one is really great. I had an excellent tuna tartare (wished only for a pinch of salt and would have preferred a cracker to the heartier bread but it was still very good) followed by the lobster scampi with some housemade pasta. My teen co-traveler had the calamari appetizer and then also had the lobster scampi. We also enjoyed 4 of their gigantic cold shrimp. A post dinner cappuccino and a hot chocolate rounded out our night. The food was exceptional. The lobster scampi was quite pricey but it sure was amazing! The service was good though at times they were busy and we did have to flag for assistance from our primary waiter (not for water refills and such--the other attendants on the team had that well covered.). The fish dishes coming out to some nearby tables looked great. It's also beautiful inside. Really nice. One downside is it's a little louder than I would prefer for such a high-end restaurant but guess it goes with the territory!

This was a tough one to rate because there was a lot to like about it. But what ultimately pushed me to the three star side over the four star side was the service, which is the one thing that is the difference between our coming back again or not. We eat out a lot, and to me service is as important as the taste. Here's the thing ... If the restaurant was busy, it might be understandable. If it had been New Year's Eve at 10 p.m. (or even at 8 p.m.), it might be understandable. But it was 6:30 on NYE. Not even half the restaurant was full; maybe a quarter. A good number of servers and back waiters were literally just standing around. That our server walked by us a countless number of times without ever asking us for a drink order; or that it took over an hour for him to actually take our food order (after having to flag him down originally to take our oyster order), is just inexcusable and bad waitering. Speaking of oysters, we ordered more than a dozen, two of each. I was dumbfounded that the person who brought the oysters out didn't take a moment to tell us which were which; and I was even more dumbfounded when we flagged our waiter over to ask him and he told us that he would have no idea and we should have asked the guy who brought them out. Wait, what? And speaking of oysters (part two), I was surprised that at a place like this, given that seafood is supposed to be their specialty and that their oysters are at the prices they are, that they would be served with most not being released and having shell fragments. Well, there went us ordering another dozen-plus. Our waiter was not so much in the weeds that he could not stop to take our order in more than an hour. And he ABSOLUTELY was not too in the weeds to take time to stop and ask us at ANY point how things were, if everything was okay or if we needed anything. That's ABSOLUTELY INEXCUSABLE. And NO, it had NOTHING to do with being NYE. The restaurant just wasn't that busy. My husband is a server at a well-known restaurant. Even if they were that busy, at some point, someone should have simply asked how things were. But, they weren't that busy at all. This isn't a new place. They didn't just open. Oceana has been doing this long enough to know better and to train their servers better. Food-wise the restaurant (sans the issue with the oysters) was mostly spectacular. The tuna tartare was nice. Though the octopus was over-cooked and a bit tough. My steak was absolutely, perfectly cooked, which is not something I often find. Most places don't do medium rare correctly. And Oceana was spot on, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. My husband had the veal chop. I mean while the food was great; honestly, if the service isn't up to par and causes more annoyance than enjoyment, it's nearly impossible to enjoy the food or experience because you're sitting there stewing and getting irritated by former. That's exactly what happened to us and what ultimately will be the reason I'm likely not to come back despite being our kind of restaurant and close to home.

Lovely old school feel of a nice classy seafood restaurant. Crudo was amazing and sea bass and oysters delicious. Left room for sticky toffee pudding which was to die for.