Icon

Strange Delight

$31 to $50

Oyster Bar

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Hot spot

A contemporary take on the classic oyster bar, located in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, near BAM, Barclay's, the Paramount, and Atlantic Terminal.

Strange Delight finds its influence in New Orleans and is also inspired by the rich history of oysters in New York. Our menu consists of regional seafood prepared in a variety of styles: Charbroiled Oysters and Shrimp Remoulade share the stage with classic seafood towers and Oysters Rockefeller. A rotating selection of larger plates features items such as Black Cod Almondine and Blackened Swordfish Belly.

To drink, Strange Delight updates old classics, serving both a Hurricane and Ramos Gin Fizz service for 2, alongside Martinis and Sazeracs. Our wine and beer lists feature our favorite American producers.

Please note:
We offer 3 distinct types of reservations:
Regular: a table in our back dining room
Bar: seats at our back dining room bar
High-top: a higher table with bar stools in our front room with an open kitchen and oyster counter.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Ham El-Waylly

From the OpenTable editors: Even before The New Yorker raved about Strange Delight, this love letter to the famed oyster houses and cocktails of New Orleans was already making waves. Start with a glass of the creamy Ramos Gin Fizz, move on to a plate of charbroiled oysters with smoked garlic butter, and enjoy it all in a space that'll make you feel like you're at a NOLA oyster bar legend. After just one visit, this will become your go-to before or after a show at BAM.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Oyster Bar, Seafood, Southern
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Website
https://www.strangedelight.nyc/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217-1502
Neighborhood
Fort Greene
Cross street
On Lafayette Ave between Fort Greene Place and South Elliott
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
G to Fulton; C to Lafayette; 2345BDNQR to Atlantic Terminal
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 103 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Brooklyn
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Strange Delight in Fort Greene is a culinary gem, offering "phenomenal food" with a New Orleans twist. Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and "gorgeous, creative flavors." Highlights include the shrimp sandwich, charbroiled oysters, and hush puppies. The vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff make it a delightful dining experience.

103 Reviews

R
Robert
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best spot in Ft Greene, bar NONE. Oysters Rockefeller and a couple Very Cold Martinis? The perfect night.
Is this helpful?
T
Tamara
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Yummy seafood with nawlins inspo in a gorgeous space that really opens up in the back. Can’t wait to come back.
Is this helpful?
M
Matthew
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Shoutout to my boy Caleb behind the bar who did his thing!!!
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was fresh and delicious. The service was great and the drinks were divine. Can't wait to go back!
Is this helpful?
L
Lou
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Oysters were incredible and the service was outstanding. We hit traffic and arrived 45 minutes late for our reservation but were able to get us in
Is this helpful?
K
Kathleen
New York City
37 reviews
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely corner table in the dining room and service was excellent. Loved the catfish bites, fish dip and broccoli salad. The fried oysters and BBQ shrimp were too spicy for me but my companions liked them. Bread pudding is the best! On the downside, it’s noisy. And expensive. But I’d go again - for a special occasion.
Is this helpful?
A
Aaron
Alabama
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the BEST waiter and an amazing time! Food was delicious and service was top notch
Is this helpful?
M
Manushka
New York City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Yummy food - loved the fried & shrimp loaf dish! Their bread pudding is divine. Fun atmospheric dirty south playlist is a great vibe.
Is this helpful?
A
Arielle
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, amazing ambiance. Great service. Highly recommend for a special occasion meal.
Is this helpful?
G
Gillian
New York City
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat at the back bar and had a great time. Food was delicious, and the bartenders could not have been friendlier. We have added it to return regularly list. Get the charbroiled oysters!!
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Strange Delight is rated 4.7 stars by 103 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 30 times today

63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217-1502

Additional information

Cross street
On Lafayette Ave between Fort Greene Place and South Elliott
Neighborhood
Fort Greene
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Oyster Bar, Seafood, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
G to Fulton; C to Lafayette; 2345BDNQR to Atlantic Terminal
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.strangedelight.nyc/

Strange Delight

Make a reservation

Why they're an Icon

Additional information

Menu

What 103 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Strange Delight restaurant rated?

Is Strange Delight currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information