Mar's

Mar's

Cocktail Bar and Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Astoria
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    jamie m.
    "Perfect for a special night out or low key oyster happy hour."(7 Tips)
    Michelle R.
    "Happy hour oysters and cocktails always sure to please."(6 Tips)
    Robin B.
    "Oysters and lemon burger: yum."(3 Tips)
    Ericka C.
    "Dollar oyster happy hour."(3 Tips)
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  • Alfred M.heart icon on user image
    Alfred M.July 31, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    seems they've dropped the food prices slightly. you can keep your bill reasonable. love this spot—one of the few newish additions to the hood that actually feels authentic.
  • @AstoriaHaiku
    @AstoriaHaikuOctober 27, 2013
    The people that complain about pricing are precisely the people I'm trying to avoid when I go out once or twice a month. Atmosphere is wonderful, food was delicious, staff was attentive & friendly, A+
  • Tony X.
    Tony XerriSeptember 15, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Get a Mar's Manhattan. Why? 30+ years of cocktail experience, that's why. This isn't a place for bros on spring break, so bring money and enjoy the atmosphere.
  • Tracy S.heart icon on user image
    Tracy SolorzanoDecember 28, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Beautiful spot with an exceptional vibe. This is the place if seafood is your thing. Great cocktails too! Good service. Very hidden which is what I love about it.
  • Jase E.heart icon on user image
    Jase EngAugust 7, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    A great place for oysters and cocktails. Happy hour specials depending on the day of the week. Chill environment with attentive service.
  • Gajtana S.
    Gajtana SimonovskaAugust 24, 2013
    Elegant, farm to table-y place. Nice happy hour pricing and decent wine. Excellent charcuterie and fromage plate, and Edith Piaf playing in the background. Mais oui!
  • Savoteur
    SavoteurAugust 2, 2016
    From its tastefully exuberant interior to its classy presentation of oysters and cocktails, Mars doesn’t just imitate — it transports you back in time to an era of speakeasies. Read more
  • Norman E.
    Norman EllisSeptember 2, 2014
    The bartenders know their way around a cocktail. Trust their advice. The fried oysters make a great opening act.
  • Billy K.heart icon on user image
    Billy KeenlyJuly 5, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    The best steak tartare for my money. Definitely a must. Great rotating cocktails as well. My wife and I's favorite place for an after work happy hour drink.
  • Rebecca P.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca PineiroFebruary 18, 2017
    Good fresh oysters, wonderful fish and seafood and beautiful ambiance. Great service. Avoid disappointment tip: no lobster in the lobster soup which is a bit misleading.
  • Pedro Paulo B.
    Pedro Paulo BastosJanuary 11, 2015
    The Lemon Burger is one of my highest recommendations, but I think they only serve it during Brunch time. Quiet, silent place with friendly staff.
  • Eddie E.heart icon on user image
    Eddie ElizondoApril 15, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Dan is a great bartender and makes the best Manhattans. This is my all-time favorite cocktail bar.
  • Lauren
    LaurenJanuary 5, 2014
    The octupus app is by far the best tasting octopus I have ever had! Love the oyster selection and the shrimp cocktail in a pint glass is A+
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    OJune 12, 2022
    The service is outstanding, amazing and creative cocktails, and great food! Ambiance very relaxed and friendly
  • Erika P.heart icon on user image
    Erika PerziNovember 7, 2019
    natural biodynamic wines only which is amazing. great oyster selection. lovely space. happy hour too.
  • Robin B.heart icon on user image
    Robin BrunelleMay 5, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Lovely neighborhood spot. Oysters and lemon burger: yum. The pancakes, too! Good cocktails and a great michelada.
  • Mike A.
    Mike AnzAugust 16, 2013
    Staff is great and the food is amazing. Oysters and (especially) the octopus stole the show. Great cocktails and beers to boot!
  • Billy K.heart icon on user image
    Billy KeenlyNovember 28, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    The Rocky Point oysters served at Mar's are in my top 3 preferred anywhere in New York, definitely in Astoria.
  • Jason H.heart icon on user image
    Jason HartleyOctober 21, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    Best oysters in Astoria. A hidden gem for a civilized brunch. Get the chicken fried steak.
  • Victoria U.heart icon on user image
    Victoria U.September 13, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    A great happy hour and an excellent staff. Always willing to give recommendations and chat.
  • ᴡ C.heart icon on user image
    ᴡ CallahanAugust 13, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Great cocktails and oyster happy hour. Beautiful unique interior
  • Victoria U.heart icon on user image
    Victoria U.April 21, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Nothing like rosé and oysters on their patio. That beef tartare is pretty solid too.
  • jamie m.heart icon on user image
    jamie mccullaghOctober 26, 2015
    Perfect for a special night out or low key oyster happy hour. Beautiful cocktails.
  • Jennifer S.
    Jennifer SeelinJuly 19, 2013
    Looking forward to it being named one of the top Astoria cocktails bars! (Because it will be!). Stick to east coast oysters vs west.
  • Kathy T.heart icon on user image
    Kathy TuznikMarch 10, 2015
    Very casual and the staff is so friendly. The Sunday oyster happy hour is great.
  • David G.heart icon on user image
    David GuerrieriOctober 9, 2016
    Great for after dinner cocktails. Love the rustic old time atmosphere.
  • ᴡ K.heart icon on user image
    ᴡ KrishnanApril 17, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Great place with an upmarket feel to it. Adds a level of finesse to Astoria's bouquet of great food..
  • cybele g.heart icon on user image
    cybele grandjeanJanuary 19, 2015
    Oysters, lemon burger, octopus, calamari, clam chowder, kale salad, mussels, wine
  • Kai F.
    Kai Fierle-HedrickFebruary 17, 2014
    The Leather & Lace, or the Negrosecco, are highly recommended as lighter cocktails to end your night.
  • Chris C.
    Chris ConroyNovember 17, 2013
    This place is FOR REAL. Orchard cocktail, lamb sausage, Cornish hen, short ribs: all spectacular.
  • Jessica N.
    Jessica NacinovichAugust 21, 2013
    Nice new spot. Oysters cocktails nice draught selection and old timey charm.
  • Ryan G.heart icon on user image
    Ryan GallagherMay 30, 2019
    Good wine and cocktails, solid oyster selection.
  • John E.heart icon on user image
    John ElezovicJuly 19, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Amazing oysters, wine and cocktails. Don't like any of those? Get away from me.
  • Enrique C.heart icon on user image
    Enrique CastroSeptember 2, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Great happy hour for beer, wine and oysters. Food is way overpriced for the area.
  • Michelle R.heart icon on user image
    Michelle RondaFebruary 10, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Happy hour oysters and cocktails always sure to please.
  • Alex G.heart icon on user image
    Alex GuevaraDecember 22, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Paul the bartender is AMAZING! Try his sidecar and bloody mary! You won't be disappointed!
  • Kimmie O.heart icon on user image
    Kimmie OhhAugust 12, 2024
    They have friendly service and good oysters!
  • Brian G.heart icon on user image
    Brian GallagherOctober 12, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing place! Great food and drinks! 10 out of 10
  • Ericka C.
    Ericka CDecember 15, 2013
    Dollar oyster happy hour. When we went it was just the Blue Point oysters on sale for $1, but maybe it changes?
  • Joe G.heart icon on user image
    Joe GigantiSeptember 28, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Excellent moules frites. Definitely the best in the neighborhood.
  • Nicolle D.
    Nicolle D'OnofrioJanuary 4, 2014
    Excellent oyster happy hour, try the moules frites too!
  • Lauren D.heart icon on user image
    Lauren DocktorNovember 10, 2017
    Cool vibe, yummy oysters and cocktails
  • Mae E.
    Mae ElizabethApril 19, 2014
    Sit at the bar. Great entertainment! Paul was the best!
  • Brian T.heart icon on user image
    Brian TaylorSeptember 20, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Great bar, and the neighborhood's best shucked oysters.
  • Michael M.
    Michael MajoueSeptember 12, 2014
    Paul is the man. Ask him for his signature margarita served up.
  • Colton S.heart icon on user image
    Colton StaabMarch 5, 2019
    The brunch poutine is an indulgent must-try
  • Mike W.heart icon on user image
    Mike WimsattFebruary 28, 2015
    Very friendly. Casual. Oyster deals on Sundays.
  • lanamaniacheart icon on user image
    lanamaniacSeptember 23, 2016
    Great outdoor space and cocktails
  • Rene
    ReneJuly 10, 2013
    Awesome place to listen to some tunes and have a drink.
  • Swatantra S.heart icon on user image
    Swatantra SinghFebruary 1, 2016
    Oysters and cocktails
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