For those craving a taste of the sea, look no further than New Orleans to satisfy those yearnings. Whether you're a seasoned seafood lover or just dipping your toes into the world of oysters, these 13 establishments promise an unforgettable experience. From cozy waterfront spots to upscale rooftop eateries with a view, there's something for every palate and preference in the Crescent City.
13 Crescent City Spots with an Oyster Happy Hour
1. Seaworthy
630 Carondelet St., 504-930-3071, seaworthynola.com
Seaworthy, the nautical and warmly inviting seafood restaurant, offers a cozy atmosphere to indulge in delectable seafood dishes infused with Southern comfort. Located in a classic Creole cottage built in 1832, the quaint and eclectically decorated restaurant will transport you back in time. While the space itself lends for intimate conversation, the meal and drinks will keep the conversation going. Try their unique holy water cocktail, a tiki rum cocktail lit on fire and served in its own signature glass.
For all happy hour delights, Seaworthy boasts a happy hour every day from 4 to 6 p.m., with half off their wide selection of oysters and $6 house wines.
2. Pigeon & Whale
4525 Freret St., 504-249-5487, pigeonandwhalenola.com
For an upscale and social oyster happy hour experience, head over to Pigeon and Whale located on Freret Street. The restaurant boasts a cozy ambiance with a nautical theme to compliment your oyster delights. With an extensive drink menu and friendly staff, this place might just boast the best drinks to compliment your happy hour endeavors. The menu specializes in seafood, with steamed clams, chargrilled muscles, grilled octopus—nearly every nautical dish you crave is offered on their specialized, consolidated menu.
Beyond their polite provisions, P&W hosts an extensive raw bar, with fresh oysters from Rhode Island and Maine all the way to Alabama. There is no shortage of oyster selection. Their happy hour special boasts $2 oysters from all over the East Coast and locally grown alike, from 4 to 6 p.m.
3. The Blue Crab Restaurant and Oyster Bar
7900 Lakeshore Dr., 504-284-2898,
thebluecrabnola.com
Blue Crab's prime location right on the dock presents the perfect environment to enjoy friends, family, and oysters. The extensive outdoor seating is perfect for all oyster enthusiasts, sun soakers, and water-front lovers. The extensive menu boasts a collection of seafood delights, with a collection of fried seafood platters and New Orleans classics like whole stuffed flounder, Basin BBQ shrimp and grits, and blue crab pasta. Be sure to check their Live Music schedule, with a selection of bands playing almost every weekend.
Their happy hour is extensive, with $0.90 raw oysters, $1.25
chargrilled oysters, and $5 appetizers including their onion rings, calamari, or
fried pickles. Enjoy a drink and a nosh
by the lake and head on over to Blue Crab's.
4. Cooter
Brown's
509 S.
Carrollton Ave., 504-866-9104, cooterbrowns.com
Cooter
Brown's is always the place to be with a lively interior, extensive back
patio, delicious bar eats, and a great bar list.
Boasting 38 different tap beers and over 46 craft beers from stouts to
IPAs, Cooter Brown's brings the perfect relaxed yet delicious bar vibe. The menu is far more extensive than your average
bar, and food is served seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.
5. Superior Seafood & Oyster Bar
4338
St. Charles Ave., 504-293-3474, superiorseafoodnola.com
Superior Seafood, nestled on Magazine Street in Uptown, is a beloved Louisiana-style restaurant celebrated for its exquisite seafood offerings. With an expansive main bar and a dedicated oyster bar, dining at Superior Seafood promises a memorable experience.
Their daily happy hour from 4 to 6:30 p.m. offers unbeatable deals on oysters and drinks. Indulge in plump, succulent oysters for just $1.25 each during this time. Don't miss this opportunity to savor these generously sized oysters while enjoying the vibrant ambiance of this renowned establishment.
6. Boil Seafood House
Multiple
Locations, boilseafoodhouse.com
With locations in the Lower Garden District and Mid-City, Boil Seafood House is a laid-back and youthful seafood restaurant ideal for a casual bite or family dinner. Their Cajun-style cuisine boasts an array of seafood delights at affordable prices. The meals are as delicious as they are messy, and Boil Seafood House accommodates for this with your own apron and gloves free with service.
Their happy hour is extensive, with $5.95 half dozen raw oysters or $11.95 dozen raw oysters. If you prefer your oysters chargrilled, they go for $11 for a half dozen and $20 for a dozen. To compliment this, their appetizers are also served at happy hour prices.
7. Parlay's
870
Harrison Ave., 504-304-6338, parlaysbar.com
In the heart of Lakeview, Parlay's bar offers happy hours specials galore. With daily specials and happy hours, there is never a day without a celebration at Parlay's. With every Wednesday celebrating Girls Night Out for a $5 dollar cover, entry grants you free house wine and spirits, free Michelob Ultra draft, and more. Head over to Parlay's for the perfect atmosphere to unwind after a long day of work or as a kick off for the long night ahead.
The true show stopper is their oyster happy hour where every day, from 3 to 7 p.m., you get a dozen oysters for $11.99. Head over to Parlay's for a relaxed pub atmosphere and delicious nosh food.
8. Trenasse
444 St.
Charles Ave., 503-680-7000, trenasse.com
Trenasse, nestled in the Central Business District inside the InterContinental hotel, specializes in Southern delicacies and offers an unmissable happy hour experience. The restaurant boasts a lively atmosphere perfect for romantic dinners or birthday celebration with friends in their extensive dining room. Be sure to indulge in their signature Louisiana Crawfish Pie for a creamy delight that transports your taste buds.
During their oyster happy hour, indulge in raw oysters on the half shell priced at $0.75 each, a half dozen for $4.50, or a dozen for $9.
9. Fives
529 St. Ann St., 504-399-6954, fives.bar
Fives, the newly opened raw bar in Jackson Square, strikes the perfect balance between fancy, classic, and innovative. Catering to hipsters and high rollers alike, this laidback raw bar embodies the lively and social spirit of the square it resides in. Their motto "Good Food and Good Drinks with Good Friends" sets the tone for a memorable dining experience. Featuring an array of Gulf and Northeast oysters, caviar, and select plates, Fives offers a luxurious and classic drink menu to accompany its offerings
Their happy hour, available Monday through Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m., presents oysters from various regions priced at $18 for a half dozen and $28 for a full dozen.
10. Gallier's Restaurant & Oyster Bar
129 Carondelet
St., 504-267-5672, galliernola.com
With a full bar and dining room nestled in the French Quarter, Gallier's offers great service and delicious eats. The food speaks for itself, with delicious comfort food and a Cajun inspired twist on classic seafood dishes. Gallier's presents standout dishes like fried oysters with spinach dip and eggplant medallions served over Creole shrimp fettuccine.
For their happy hour, held every Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m., Gallier's offers a buy one, get one free promotion on draft and bottled beers. To compliment this, raw oyster is sold for $1 a piece for a dozen oysters, and they offer an oyster trio for $5.
11. Legacy Kitchen's Steak + Chop
91 Westbank Expy. #51., 504-608-6082, legacykitchen.com
Legacy Kitchen
is a local favorite for either small bites or full entrees. This seafood heaven
offers a great array of food and drinks. Legacy offers an expansive menu
serving up crave-worthy dishes. Come to Legacy and enjoy fresh delicious dishes
in a relaxed atmosphere.
Happy hour at
Legacy Kitchen offers oyster lovers the perfect deal: $2 each for delicious
oysters will all the necessary fixings. Order, drink, and let the good times
roll!
12. Mr. Ed's Oyster Bar & Fish House Mid-City
301 N. Carrollton Ave., 504-499-1101, mredsmidcity.com
Mr. Ed's is a Mid-City favorite, offering fresh seafood
classics at a great price. They serve a diverse selection of Louisiana
classics including po-boys and twists like crawfish queso. Come to Mr. Ed's to live
like a local and have a meal fit for a king.
This oyster happy hour is for those who simply can't decide! Order oysters three ways, raw, chargrilled, or three and three (which includes Trinity and Southwest). Six oysters are just $10, so bring your friends.
13. Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Multiple Locations, felixs.com
Known best for serving world-famous chargrilled oysters and other seafood delights, Felix's Restaurant & Oyster Bar is a must-visit for trying great coastal flavors. Felix's is so good that it has two locations in New Orleans, as well as locations in Mississippi and Florida.
Felix's oyster happy hour is every Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. at all of the restaurant's locations except for one in the French Quarter. Invite some friends and enjoy $1 raw oysters and $1.50 chargrilled oysters.
Shell-ebrate Happy Hour in New Orleans
So if you're craving this seafood delicacy at a discounted price, head over to any of these 13 spots with delicious oyster happy hours. With fresh oysters, flavorful dishes, and unbeatable happy hour deals, these destinations promise an unforgettable dining experience.
