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 – so pull up a chair and let’s have some oysters.
A Quick, Tasty Guide To Zero‑proof Seafood Pairings
Let’s not complicate things, shall we? Bright, clean, refreshing – that’s what you want to lift seafood dishes without fuss. Citrus, gentle bubbles, a snap of ginger, or even a little tea tannin will complement the flavors beautifully. Keep it easy with sparkling water, lightly brewed iced tea, or a chilled zero-proof lager – all great non alcoholic drinks that go well with seafood.
Easy Orders To Try Tonight
- East Coast Oysters + Puttin’ On The Spritz. Citrus, bubbles, and bitters wake up the brine for a perfect first round – a lively way to start any seafood pairing.
- New England Clam Chowder + Orang‑inal Mule. Lime and feisty ginger cut through the cream and bacon, then reset your palate for the next spoonful.
- Moules “Thai Frites” + Más o Menos Margarita. Lime and yuzu bounce off lemongrass and coconut. Zesty without turning up the heat – ideal for lighter fish or shellfish dishes.
- Lobster Roll (Maine‑style with mayo and lemon, or Connecticut‑style with warm butter) + Heineken 0.0. Crisp, easy, and just bitter enough to flatter sweet lobster.
- Cedar Plank Salmon + Not‑so Olde Fashioned. Malt and bitters stand up to the sweet‑smoky glaze. It’s balanced and quietly bold.
Philly’s Edge: You’re Dining Inside The Curtis
Slide into one of our booths at the historic Curtis Building, and you’ll experience that classic warm bar welcome paired with Philly’s energy. Just steps away from Washington Square and the Liberty Bell, it’s perfect for impressing clients, entertaining friends, or a quick and comfortable lunch. Meet old friends or make new ones – If you know The Curtis, you’re in the know.
Squeezing lunch between meetings? The menu moves at your pace, from the Faroe Island Salmon Salad to raw bar plates and starters that don’t slow you down. Polished, but never rushed. Power lunch or neighborhood hang, it’s your call.
Make The Raw Bar Your First Stop
When you want the taste of the ocean at your fingertips, order from the raw bar. Our shipments are harvested-to-order daily and go from tide to table within twenty-four hours. That’s why a shucker’s dozen tastes so clean. Start there, then go with the flow and let pairing and flavors lead you.
Want a little heat? Go for a Crispy Oyster St. Mary or Parmesan & Garlic Broiled Oysters – and keep a ginger beer or chilled seltzer nearby. Crunch, richness, refreshment, as we’ve served since 1884.
Ready When You Are
Book a booth for date night, slide in on a lunch run, or show your friends you know where it’s at. At The Curtis, heritage meets modern Philly energy in a room built for great seafood dining and conversation. Our raw bar is harvested-to-order – tide to table within twenty-four hours.
Craving oysters, chowder, or that Maine-style Lobster Roll you’ve been thinking about all week? Explore the menu, zero in on seafood, and choose zero-proof with some of these powerful drink pairings. You get the classics, the raw bar, and the neighborhood vibe of The Curtis – right where Philly does its best work. Make a reservation and leave the rest to us.
