★★★★★
Best oysters in Brickell, hands down. The shuckers are clearly pros, the selection rotates daily, and the wine pairings the bartender suggested were spot-on. Quiet enough to actually have a conversation.
Seafood Restaurants · Brickell · Miami
The River
Oyster Bar
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The place
The River Oyster Bar is a seafood restaurant and raw bar in Brickell, Miami, located at 33 SE 7th St, Suite 100. The kitchen focuses on local and organic seafood, daily oyster selections, ceviches, and a steakhouse-style entrée list. The wine program features more than 200 selections, and happy hour runs weekdays 4–7pm at the bar with discounted oysters, wines by the glass, and small plates. Reservations are accepted via OpenTable and recommended for dinner. Takeout is available; full delivery is offered through major third-party platforms. The dining room is indoor, climate-controlled, and steps from the Miami River walkway and the Brickell Metromover station.
Tucked into a low-key corner of Brickell just off the Miami River, The River Oyster Bar has been one of Miami's most reliable seafood rooms for nearly two decades. The vibe is grown-up but unfussy — a long marble bar, white-tablecloth tables, and a crowd that mixes downtown professionals with in-the-know locals who come for the oysters and stay for the wine list.
Order from the raw bar first: a half-dozen East and West Coast oysters, the tuna tartare, and the ceviche of the day are the dishes regulars repeat. From the kitchen, the pan-seared diver scallops, the whole grilled snapper, and the lobster mac and cheese are signature plates, and the kitchen also turns out a respected dry-aged steak for the non-seafood guest. The wine cellar runs more than 200 labels with a strong by-the-glass list.
Reservations are recommended Thursday through Saturday and easy to book on OpenTable. Valet is available at the door and there's a public garage one block north on SE 6th Street; the Brickell Metromover stop is a two-minute walk. The dining room is indoor only — no outdoor patio — and the restaurant is not generally considered dog-friendly. Happy hour at the bar runs weekdays from 4–7pm.
Daily oyster selection — East and West Coast
200+ label wine list, strong by-the-glass program
Happy hour weekdays 4–7pm at the bar
Reservations available via OpenTable
What to expect
Expect a polished, date-night-friendly Brickell seafood room with a top-tier raw bar, a serious wine list, and a daily-changing oyster selection. Service is attentive and the noise level is moderate. Best for couples, small groups, and business dinners; the bar is excellent for solo diners.
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Came for happy hour and ended up staying for dinner. The scallops are absurd — perfect sear, sweet corn purée. Service was friendly without being intrusive. Will be back.
★★★★★
A Miami classic that quietly keeps getting it right. The whole snapper was beautifully cooked and the wine list has actual depth. A little pricey but worth it for a special-occasion dinner.
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Frequently asked
Does The River Oyster Bar take reservations?
Yes — reservations are accepted via OpenTable and recommended for Thursday through Saturday dinner service. Walk-ins are welcome at the bar.
Is The River Oyster Bar dog/pet friendly?
No — the restaurant is indoor-only and does not have a patio, so pets are not generally accommodated. Service animals are welcome.
Where do I park near The River Oyster Bar?
Valet parking is available at the door on SE 7th Street. A public parking garage is located one block north on SE 6th Street, and the Brickell Metromover station is a two-minute walk.
What are the most popular dishes at The River Oyster Bar?
Signature and frequently recommended dishes include the daily oysters on the half shell, pan-seared diver scallops, lobster mac and cheese, whole grilled snapper, and the tuna tartare.
What are The River Oyster Bar's hours?
Monday–Thursday 12pm–10pm, Friday and Saturday 12pm–10:30pm, Sunday 12pm–9pm. Happy hour runs weekdays 4–7pm at the bar.
Does The River Oyster Bar offer takeout or delivery?
Yes — takeout can be ordered by calling (305) 530-1915, and delivery is available through major third-party platforms including Uber Eats and DoorDash.
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