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Strange Delight - Strange Delight, Brooklyn, NY
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Strange Delight

$31 to $50
Oyster Bar

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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 11:30–15:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Menu

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What 161 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, a New Orleans-inspired seafood haven, delights with its "amazing food," "top-notch service," and "beautiful ambiance." Guests rave about the charbroiled oysters, shrimp loaf, and smoked fish dip, while the inventive cocktails and exceptional staff make it a must-visit. The "vibrant and cozy atmosphere" ensures an unforgettable dining experience.
161 Reviews

  1. Eleonor

    New York City31 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A fun place with a good vibe and interesting decor. The food, however, outrageously overpriced. Barbecue shrimp dish with 4 prawns priced over $30. “Grand remoulade” the size of a medium cereal portion (albeit with a side of crudités) $38!!!! and overly spicy, masking the flavor of seafood. Basket of fried oysters, also over $30, contained 5 bland oysters and a whole lot of french fries. The $27 catfish sandwich was the best-balanced dish. The hush puppies - 5 for $12 - were not overpriced and pretty good. Crab dip was good but, again, too expensive. They did give us free dessert: 2 small portions of bread pudding for the 4 of us and it was tasty.

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  2. nancy VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place! Great food. And they serve a Ramos Gin Fizz

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  3. Priya VIP

    Atlanta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best service - so lovely and kind - and every dish on the menu is delicious! Can’t wait to come back.

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  4. Travis

    Denver20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I had read about Strange Delight in The New Yorker and were excited about dining there. Unfortunately, on the day of our reservation, my wife was very much under the weather. We almost cancelled but finally decided to go and sample what we could. Unexpectedly, we had a lovely evening, largely because our server—Miranda— tuned into my wife's needs and recommended a meal that was exactly what she needed. As a result, we didn't explore all of Strange Delight's many delicacies ... but we did have a memorable evening. Our experience reminds us that dining out is not just about the food. It's also about the server's ability to listen, interpret, and communicate. Many thanks to Miranda. We'll be back.

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  5. Jeffrey

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fish restaurant with New Orleans style, but more than just catfish and hush puppies. Great specials and great bar.

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  6. Steven VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    So nice! We arrived 20 minutes late as Streetcar ran way long. i knew the kitchen was closing and was worried we would be out of luck. The woman (manager?) at the door was so nice. Sat us, took our order personally and i know her shift was over and we saw her leave when we were sitting. That was incredibly gracious, as was the server who took over. we shall definitely return next time we go to BAM - hopefully for a shorter play!!

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best New Orleans restaurant in town. I eat the oysters and feel like I’m at Galatoire.

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  8. Kent

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant right now. The food is always delicious from the oysters (both raw and charbroiled) to the shrimp and fried oyster loafs, to the entrees. Wine selection is excellent as well. Service is always great and friendly.

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  9. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mike was an amazing server and the food was amazing!

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  10. SidneyB

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tables are too close to each other… it seems like everyone can hear every thing you say. Other than that, top mean I have had in a LONG time! Can’t wait to come back.

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FAQs

Strange Delight is rated 4.8 stars by 161 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 39 times today
Google Map for Strange Delight

63 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217-1502

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    On Lafayette Ave between Fort Greene Place and South Elliott
  • Area
    Fort Greene
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 11:30–15:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:30
  • 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, 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
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