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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 p.m.
Booked 19 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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, Regional American (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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

Menu

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What 107 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

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  • 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.

107 Reviews

  1. Michelle

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best dining experience I've had in years. Now one of my top 3 restaurants to recommend to out of towners. Not a bad dish, and closing out with complimentary bread pudding was delightful.

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  2. Ike

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service at the bar! Excellent Food! Beautiful decor.

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  3. Jenny

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal, attentive service and great atmosphere.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal food and service! Amazing ambiance as well! Its a vibe!

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  5. Robert

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 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.

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  6. 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.

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  7. 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!!!

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  8. 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!

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  9. 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

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  10. 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.

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FAQs

Strange Delight is rated 4.7 stars by 107 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 p.m.
Booked 19 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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, Regional American (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
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