National Oysters on a Half Shell Day is coming this Friday, March 31—and here in seaside Miami, that’s something we celebrate. Here are our top five places to get oysters on a half shell this Friday:
db Bistro Moderne
Downtown Miami’s classic Daniel Boulud spot, db Bistro Moderne {255 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Downtown Miami; 305.421.8800}, has an oyster special you can’t refuse. Seven days a week, this spot offers an extended daily Oyster Hour, one where guests can enjoy a rotating selection of artisanal oysters for just $1 apiece. For added luxury, pair the oysters with a glass of Francois Montand Blanc de Blancs Brut, which is priced at just $9. This offer is available in the Bar & Lounge only, and takes place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. daily.
NaiYaRa
Sitting in charming Sunset Harbor, Chef Bee’s ever-popular NaiYaRa {1854 Bay Road, Miami Beach; 786.275.6005} does oysters Asian-style. Go during happy hour, and you’ll get two Kumamotos oysters with nahm jim talay sauce and crispy shallots. Happy hour at NaiYaRa takes place Monday through Saturday, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
River Seafood Oyster Bar
At this Brickell seafood spot, get Oyster Shooters with lemon-thyme vodka for $10, or take your pick of seasonal oysters on the restaurant’s everyday menu. Priced at $3 apiece, River Seafood Oyster Bar {650 S Miami Ave, Brickell; 305.530.1915} has Malpeque, Kumamoto, Little Island, Wellfleet, Peter’s Point, Island Creek Oysters and more.
Midtown Oyster Bar
Located in Midtown Miami, Midtown Oyster Bar {3301 NE 1st Avenue, Suite 103-1, Midtown Miami; 786.220.2070} has a daily selection of oysters, as well as Oysters Rockefeller. The latter of the two is a tasty dish baked with herbs, bacon, spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
Seaspice
Seaspice {422 NW North River Drive, Miami; 305.440.4200}, one of Miami’s trendiest waterfront lounges, is where the city’s finest go to see and be seen. If you’re craving some oysters, hop on your yacht and sail on over—the restaurant has a daily selection of West and East Coast Oysters that are worth anchoring for.
Happy dining!
By Jennifer Agress | Miami Editor