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River Oyster Bar
Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Miami Financial District, Miami
Has a stamp of approval from Eater and Epicurious
"Let the staff select your oysters if you are unsure...fantastic!!!"(66 Tips)
"Tina Tartar, Thai Ribs, Mushroom Flatbread, Short Rib Tacos, Steamed Pork Buns, Fire..."(3 Tips)
"Incredible Happy Hour deals and wide variety of oysters."(23 Tips)
"The food here is great especially the gnocchi & blue crab."(3 Tips)
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Kyle ByeFebruary 17, 2017Great happy hour specials. Discounted drinks, half-price East and West Coast oysters, and a small food menu with delicious duck tacos and oyster buns.Upvoted 2 days ago- Sofia CaseNovember 9, 2015Incredible Happy Hour deals and wide variety of oysters. Order a platter with all the available types and then choose your favorites (mine are Beach Point and Blue Point 💙🐚) for a second round.
AnastasiaMarch 5, 2019FOOD. OYSTERS. COCKTAILS. Try Green Mile (I think), it was easy, fresh and dangerous, super tasty. Food is amazing: mussels in coconut milk; oysters (must try!!!); cheesecake is delicious.
- L. Q.August 5, 2021The menu had 8 different types of oysters, which was great for tasting. The kebab was tasty — I only had the bar menu available at the time I arrived, but the overall experience was good.
Cristina BonillaJune 14, 2014I'd definitely suggest the gnocchi with blue crab and truffle, the passion fruit sorbet is delightful as well. Waiter sucked, he thought he was above it, and stuffy patrons. Food is delish overall!
Lindsey LingJanuary 26, 2018The food and the service were awesome. The ceviche was so flavorful and the yuca dipping sauce was one of the best things I’ve ever tasted. Definitely try this place out!
Great happy hour. Oysters are half-price. If you like oysters, order the coromandel oysters and you will not go wrong. Also the Sicilian sliders are a meal.
David EadsJune 4, 2013The tip on the mushroom flatbread is dead on - order it! Plus the grilled oysters w Manchego are the best thing I've eaten in a while. Omg. Lastly the grilled octopus is really good.
IrmaZandl ZandlSlantOctober 10, 2014Delicious food - oysters, salmon with an amazing green sauce and a to die for pannacotta. Great service too.
Summer IzkovichJune 30, 2014My favorite bartenders Manny & Sean. I used to live next door and everyone should always get their 3 course for lunch ($20). Happy Hour is great but y'all better go early!
Sara MogollónDecember 26, 2020Any of the seafood! The whole Branzino is to die for. Gnocchi and crab, and the squid ink spaghetti. Don’t forget to get a ton of oysters!!
VirginiaFebruary 12, 2014While the unlimited mimosa deal at brunch is tempting, the What's Up Doc (ginger, carrot juice, orange juice, and gin) is where it's at. Plus, you'll only need two to get the job done.
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014The upscale tavern setting makes it a comfortable place to go with the family, and it is priced like a real neighborhood joint; it'll almost never cost more than $50 a person. Read more- Mody SuarezJune 14, 2014This place is a must!!!! Oysters are fresh and a large variety of them. The food here is great especially the gnocchi & blue crab. Happy hour is the best 1/2$
The gem! Every dish is really great! Always fresh oysters and friendly stuff.
Miami New TimesAugust 15, 2014The River opened downtown in 2003, but because of the wear-and-tear of constant business, it looks as though it's always been there. Read more
Patrick CurleyFebruary 7, 2018Excellent seafood for lunch or dinner. Their lunch special is one of the best in Brickell.
Alexis BendjouiaMay 29, 2014Crab cakes 100%. MUST. Tuna tartar was nothing special, calamari great. Chocolate mousse cake excellent.
DAYANA ARIASNovember 20, 2015EVERYTHING is delicious here! The ceviche, the blue crab gnocchi is a must! The oysters!!! Loved this place.- ElisaNovember 29, 2022Pretty basic place, lots of dishes with truffle and tuna tartare. Standard. Get Stone crab if in season, since the pricing is quite reasonable compared to other spots.
Linds EllisDecember 13, 2017Ribs, Mac & Cheese, truffle flat bread = to die for. Not impressed w/ the hostess & bartenders during Art Basel, seemed like they didn’t have time for us, not friendly. Our server was great though!
Marc SDecember 5, 2016Great selection of oysters: around a dozen tonight, from PEI, MA, RI, and WA. Recommended.
Nelson V. GuevaraMay 10, 2016An outstanding service, great variety of different clams and oysters for different tastes. Great seafood!
René LePaulJuly 21, 2015Delish! Loved the Brussel sprouts, the tuna and the crab cakes. Nice atmosphere and great central location.
Alexander LApril 1, 2015Oysters: Moon shoal - large and juicy; Little skookum - very small but very tasty; Hama Hama - the best.
LOUIS AGUIRREMarch 4, 2012Excellent! Excellent! From the ocean right to your plate. Fresh, organic, & delicious. The toffee cake is the perfect ending to a truly delicious meal.
Gabriela LucasAugust 7, 2017Unfortunately they did not have the so famous Gnocchi. The mushroom flatbread was good, the tuna tartar and bacalao croquettes was OK. Make sure you call before if you are coming for the Gnocchi.
Dylan MarshJune 6, 2012I am madly in love with this place. Music, staff and food all great. Try the special - I had rabbit sausage and it was excellent.
- EpicuriousAugust 23, 2010Local foodies love this upscale tavern not only for the oysters but also for the beef, lamb, and seafood dishes. Fine wines and specialty beers are also a major draw.
The FeastJune 7, 2011With half-priced oysters during Happy Hour, it's definitely a great spot to check out for drinks and fresh seafood. Other offerings include a seafood paella, lobster pot pie and bacon-wrapped shrimp.
Miami's hidden gem for amazing local and organic cuisine; the Blue Tip oysters from the LI Sound simply cannot be beat!
Анечка БезлепкинаMay 21, 2015Come here during the happy hour and u can get double amount of oysters ,cas the price from 3$ for piece goes to only 1.50$ 🙈😱
Love the Oysters and the Shiitake Flatbread is a must... Yummy!
- Tina Tartar, Thai Ribs, Mushroom Flatbread, Short Rib Tacos, Steamed Pork Buns, Fire Roasted Oysters, Meatball Sliders, and Bacon Wrapped Shrimp.
When it comes to Oysters, I'm usually a Kumamoto fan but you need to try Coromandels from New Zealand!! Yummm
Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014If you're looking for a little heat, the clams casino ($6) or fire-roasted oysters ($11) will hit the hot spot. Read more
- Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014Kumamoto, Hama Hama, Fanny Bay, Cotuit, Flying Point, Beaver Tail. Name the oyster, chances are they've got it. Read more
Debra FernaldApril 22, 2015Bartender was so nice and accommodating. The food was excellent and very friendly atmosphere
Penny May-LehrerJune 20, 2013Do whatever Edwin says! Oysters divine! Blackened redfish wonderful! Blueberry mash awesome! The best!
Travel ChannelDecember 6, 2011Come here for mostly local and organic cuisine… and a killer ambiance. As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain.- Service is hot and cold - We've gotten better service at the bar than at a table. Food is good and so ate the oysters... Be ready to wait
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014Mike Sabin, chef of Prime One Twelve, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Whole yellowtail snapper “Chinese style”. Read more
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In the heart of Miami, Chef Bracha’s culinary crew artfully serves local seafood in a relaxed atmosphere with a contemporary twist.
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Noon–10:00 PM
(305) 530-1915
View menu on http://www.therivermiami.com/menu
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Dining Options
Bar Service, Take-out
Parking
Street, Private Lot, Valet
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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