Review: MERMAID OYSTER BAR MIDTOWN for Impressive Meals and Spirited Happy Hours

All of your seafood cravings and more are going to be satisfied when you visit Mermaid Oyster Bar Midtown in the heart of Times Square. This expansive restaurant is ideal for theatergoers and people visiting one of the busiest and most exciting areas in the city. With delicious food, great service and a comfortable, inviting atmosphere, the venue should definitely be on our readers' radar. They serve lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday.

The vibrant Happy Hour from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm is one of the most popular in the neighborhood with specials on cocktails, wines and beer. Small plates are also served that include items like the Grilled Shrimp and Avocado Slider or Spinach and Artichoke Dip. It's nice to know that these specials are available in the bar and lounge area but can also be ordered in throughout the restaurant.

The main dining room features a tempting fresh seafood display with bar stool seating for guests. The Raw Bar has excellent choices such as Yellowtail Ceviche, Tuna Crudo, Jumbo Shrimp, and platters that present a great variety of favorites. Guests will be pleased by the selections on the East Coast and West Coast Oyster menu.

Start your main meal off. Mermaid Oyster Bar has some of the best New England Clam Chowder you'll ever have. Made with fingerling potatoes and bacon, the soup has just the right richness while the flavor of the fresh clams comes shining through. Other appetizers include Mushroom Risotto, Calamari a la Plancha, along with salads like their Shaved Kale Salad and signature and Mermaid Wedge.

If you're a lobster fan, like we are, definitely order the "Nearly Famous" Lobster Roll served with a generous portion of crispy string old bay fries. It can be prepared either Maine or Connecticut style. The griddled brioche bun overflows with tender, succulent lobster meat. We highly recommend the Linguine and Clams. The al dente pasta is topped with fresh clams in a rich butter and clam broth perfectly seasoned. But you don't have to be a total seafood lover to enjoy a visit to Mermaid Oyster Bar. There are also items on the dinner menu that includes Pan Roasted Free Range Chicken, and their Black Angus Burger. While portions are generous, you may like to order some sides as table shares that include Broccoli Rabe, Smoked Gouda Mac & Cheese, and Baby Bok Choy.

A complete beverage program has craft and classic cocktails, beer, and an international selection of wines. It's easy to pair your meal drinks to suit every taste and style. Servers are happy to help you make just the right selection. And be sure to save room for dessert. Meal toppers like Key Lime Tart, the luscious Brownie Sundae and the daily flavor of soft serve. These items will satisfy your sweet tooth. Order coffee, tea, or an aperitif to relax a little longer.

We are sure that Mermaid Oyster Bar will be high on your list of restaurants to visit and revisit in the Times Square area.

The Mermaid Oyster Bar Midtown is located at 127 West 43rd Street in the former Heartland Brewery location. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday with lunch from 12 pm to 3:30 pm, happy hour from 4 pm to 5:30, and dinner until 10 pm. For more information, please visit https://www.themermaidnyc.com/mermaid-oyster-bar-times-square/. Reservations can be made through OpenTable or by calling 332-208-7713.

Photo Credit: Alex Staniloff

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