ZipPicks Awards
Best Seafood in Garment District
Master Critic Review
The Parlour Room
7.7
A stylish cocktail-forward room that doubles as a small-plates dinner stop, with oysters and seafood-leaning bites that work well alongside drinks. It shines most as a late-evening hang: order the raw-bar items, a rich shareable pasta, and treat mains as optional.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oysters, Tuna tartare, Lobster mac
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.3
What makes it special: A cocktail-first dining room where oysters and bites carry the night.
Who should go: Drinks-forward dates and small groups
When to visit: Later nights for full ambience
What to order: Oysters, tuna tartare, lobster mac
Insider tip: Order seafood plates first—then decide if you even need a main.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: No valet. Limited metered street parking nearby; garages in the Garment District are the most reliable option after 6pm.
Dress code: Smart casual to dressy. Jeans are fine, but the room skews cocktail-night polished.
Noise level: Moderate-loud in the evening — energetic bar buzz, still workable for conversation at a table.
Weekend wait: 30–45 minutes without a reservation, especially after 7:30pm.
Weekday lunch: Not applicable — primarily an evening and late-night spot.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — small plates, salads, and pasta options work for vegetarians.
Vegan options: Limited — a couple of vegetable-forward dishes, best to ask the server for adjustments.
Gluten-free options: Some options available, especially from the raw bar; cross-contamination possible.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — strong cocktails, oysters, and a stylish room make it easy to keep things light without committing to a full multi-course dinner.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Sometimes, but later nights fill quickly. Walk-ins have the best luck early evening or by sitting at the bar first.
Is it kid-friendly? Not really. This is an adult, cocktail-driven space best suited for 21+ diners.
Best For
Better for: Cocktail-forward nights where seafood bites, oysters, and sharing plates matter more than formal mains.
Skip if: You want a quiet meal, a traditional seafood dinner, or a kid-friendly setting — choose a calmer Midtown seafood restaurant instead.