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Strange Delight

Name: Strange Delight
Address: 63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY, United States, 11217-1502
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

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$31 to $50

Oyster Bar

63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217-1502

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2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

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 Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Website
https://www.strangedelight.nyc/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Strange Delight is modern take on the oyster bar, located in Fort Greene, neighboring BAM, Barclay's Center, The Paramount, and Atlantic Terminal. From cocktail hours to rehearsal dinners, birthday parties to record releases, we're here for your parties to come.
Private party contact
Strange Delight Events Team: 0000000000

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

Private dining

What 172 people are saying

Strange Delight reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Brooklyn
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Strange Delight offers a unique New Orleans-inspired dining experience with "amazing food" and "great service." Guests rave about the "delicious" dishes like charbroiled oysters and shrimp loaf, complemented by "well-made" cocktails. The ambiance is "beautiful" and "upbeat," making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Despite some high prices, the overall experience is "worth it" with attentive staff and standout flavors.

172 Reviews

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douglas
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Love this place more each time I come. It’s nice to have a place this good in Ft Greene.
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Janis
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Even our 7 year old grandson loved his lunch.
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Codie
Oklahoma City1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best dining experience I’ve had in a long time, definitely will be back!
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Murphy
New York City18 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding dishes! We had the tuna carpaccio special, loved the potato chips sprinkled on top.
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Alec
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, amazing service and good vibes all around! Third time there, will definitely be back again and again.
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Sifor
New York City12 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Seafood + 3 was a success, but the regular menu has always been good value.
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Emily
New York City2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was good. Wish the menu had more vegetarian dishes and more options. Strange to have sandwiches on the menu for dinner, but seeing the open kitchen and what they have to work with, I see why. Limited entrees and the ones they have were more higher priced.
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Catherine
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff, excellent food. Can’t wait to come back.
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Lila
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it! Great food, great service, great music.
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Rachel
Nashville1 review
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was fantastic and our server was super helpful and kind! I'm dying to go back - highly recommend!
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FAQs

Strange Delight is rated 4.8 stars by 172 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 58 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 Fri–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 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/
Private party facilities
Strange Delight is modern take on the oyster bar, located in Fort Greene, neighboring BAM, Barclay's Center, The Paramount, and Atlantic Terminal. From cocktail hours to rehearsal dinners, birthday parties to record releases, we're here for your parties to come.
Private party contact
Strange Delight Events Team: 0000000000

Strange Delight

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What 172 people are saying

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