Since 1884, P.J. Clarke’s has shucked, paired, and poured with care — fresh seafood within 24 hours of harvest, classic cocktails, and wines chosen to flatter the sea and your palate. All this is just steps away from the Lincoln Center — it’s where New York tastes like it should.
Why do people love oysters? For many, the oyster is their world, and we won’t disagree. It’s the flavor, the everyman exclusivity, the pairings — and we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the aphrodisiac element. More than the sum of its parts, a good oyster is an experience. Since
You spot the toasted split-top bun, you catch that sweet-salty aroma, and suddenly it’s summer food – even if the calendar disagrees. A great lobster roll is simple on purpose: warm bread with generous lobster meat and zero distractions. At P.J. Clarke’s Washington, D.C., you can pick your style, grab
Seafood and drinks go together like, well, oysters and a crisp Pinot Grigio – but you don’t always need alcohol for a good time. At P.J. Clarke’s Philadelphia, you can go zero‑proof and still taste every briny and buttery note. We’ve known how to keep things simple since 1884 –
Maybe you’re killing time before the curtain at Lincoln Center. Maybe you’re three oysters in, and the martini just makes sense. Or maybe you’re hosting 40 of your closest colleagues and you want something cold in hand while you pretend to remember all their names.
Either way, it calls for
Battery Park City is Lower Manhattan’s quieter edge – green, glassy, and built for wandering. On one side: the Hudson River. On the other: glass towers, tucked-away parks, and some of New York’s most reflective landmarks. And right in the middle? Oysters, cocktails, and a booth with your name on