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Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 4–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 307 Front St, New Haven, CT 06513
Phone: (203) 745-5741
Website: https://www.fairhavenoysterco.com/
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Andy’s Reviews
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I went to a seafood restaurant and ordered a burger — and I’m glad I did. I visited the Fairhaven Oyster with a group, and since I don’t eat seafood, I was happy to see a hamburger on the menu.
The burger and fries were very good. The fries were slightly saltier than I prefer, but still tasty and well-prepared. The burger was cooked exactly to the requested temperature and seasoned nicely, making for a flavorful patty. The bun was toasted, the toppings were fresh, and everything came together well.
To complement the burger, I had a Sea Hag draft, a local brew that paired perfectly with my meal. It was a great match — especially for a hamburger enjoyed at a seafood restaurant.
The dining area is a bit small, but it was comfortably heated during the cold weather, making for a pleasant experience overall. It wasn’t overly crowded while our group was there, which worked out well since we had five people at a table better suited for four. We made it work, though, and the harbor view added to the atmosphere.
The only drawback is that the restaurant can be a little difficult to find. It sits on the edge of a dirt parking lot in a marina, and from the street it doesn’t immediately look like a restaurant. There’s no prominent street sign — just a small sign on the building itself. Parking was ample, but since it’s a dirt lot, potholes could be an issue in bad weather.
I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it for families with small children due to the limited non-seafood options and the tight quarters. However, if you’re looking for a casual spot with a great harbor view — even if you’re ordering a burger at a seafood place — it’s definitely worth a visit.
… moreI went to a seafood restaurant and ordered a burger — and I’m glad I did. I visited the Fairhaven Oyster with a group, and since I don’t eat seafood, I was happy to see a hamburger on the menu.
The burger and fries were very good. The fries were slightly saltier than I prefer, but still tasty and well-prepared. The burger was cooked exactly to the requested temperature and seasoned nicely, making for a flavorful patty. The bun was toasted, the toppings were fresh, and everything came together well.
To complement the burger, I had a Sea Hag draft, a local brew that paired perfectly with my meal. It was a great match — especially for a hamburger enjoyed at a seafood restaurant.
The dining area is a bit small, but it was comfortably heated during the cold weather, making for a pleasant experience overall. It wasn’t overly crowded while our group was there, which worked out well since we had five people at a table better suited for four. We made it work, though, and the harbor view added to the atmosphere.
The only drawback is that the restaurant can be a little difficult to find. It sits on the edge of a dirt parking lot in a marina, and from the street it doesn’t immediately look like a restaurant. There’s no prominent street sign — just a small sign on the building itself. Parking was ample, but since it’s a dirt lot, potholes could be an issue in bad weather.
I wouldn’t necessarily recommend it for families with small children due to the limited non-seafood options and the tight quarters. However, if you’re looking for a casual spot with a great harbor view — even if you’re ordering a burger at a seafood place — it’s definitely worth a visit.
ReedH
Came up for a day trip from NYC and had dinner at Fair Haven Oyster Co., and it was outstanding. Great waterfront atmosphere, friendly service, and the food was top notch from start to finish. We started with a few oysters, which were delicious, followed by a clam tartare that ended up being the dish of the night—so much flavor and perfectly executed. For my main, I had the sole stuffed with shrimp and brioche, and it was another winner. Such a great meal in a beautiful setting. I’ll definitely be back
… moreMatthew
This is one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been too.
My fiancé and I love this place. The menu is very intentional, interesting, and small. The food is consistently divine… like it cannot be understated how good it is.
When we go, we spend about $100 on 24 oysters, $60 on 4 drinks, and another $80 on other foods. With tip, we expect to pay around $300.
The wait staff has always been kind, knowledgeable and attentive.
I HIGHLY, HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend the baked clams with gochujang butter. I would go to war for that dish, it is so so freaking good. I recommend ordering at least one per person.
The grilled caesar salad is also to die for. You will not regret getting that either, it is oh so delicious!
The cocktails are strong. Definitely alcohol forward for the ones we tried. They are interesting, the only bad part of the experience was the tequila cocktail they had, that was terrible. I can’t say if it was prepared poorly or if we personally just don’t love the flavor profile, but it was not drinkable by our standards.
My other criticism is that for Valentines Day, the only chocolate dessert they offered was “chocolate cookies with milk” which was disappointing (not the dish itself, but we were hoping for the chocolate soufflé they had once before).
… moreMy fiancé and I love this place. The menu is very intentional, interesting, and small. The food is consistently divine… like it cannot be understated how good it is.
When we go, we spend about $100 on 24 oysters, $60 on 4 drinks, and another $80 on other foods. With tip, we expect to pay around $300.
The wait staff has always been kind, knowledgeable and attentive.
I HIGHLY, HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend the baked clams with gochujang butter. I would go to war for that dish, it is so so freaking good. I recommend ordering at least one per person.
The grilled caesar salad is also to die for. You will not regret getting that either, it is oh so delicious!
The cocktails are strong. Definitely alcohol forward for the ones we tried. They are interesting, the only bad part of the experience was the tequila cocktail they had, that was terrible. I can’t say if it was prepared poorly or if we personally just don’t love the flavor profile, but it was not drinkable by our standards.
My other criticism is that for Valentines Day, the only chocolate dessert they offered was “chocolate cookies with milk” which was disappointing (not the dish itself, but we were hoping for the chocolate soufflé they had once before).
Kathy D
Truly one of the best dining experiences I have had in quite some time. Beautifully rustic cozy in door seating, including a nice bar and stunning deck seating over looking the river. Our intention was not to get ribs, but when we were seated we were told there was only one order left if we were interested which of course made us interested so we had them and I am so glad we did. They were tender, and juicy and sticky, everything you would want in a rib. We also ordered a few appetizers and the items were coursed out nicely by our server.
The roasted little neck clams, a small app for sure, were perfection, they were tender and the flavoring was present but not overpowering the clam. Have never had clam toast and was curious to try. It was a large piece of very toasty, crusty bread covered with chopped up clams and garlic. Very garlic forward but absolutely not too much garlic, loved this dish also. The burrata, which I get at many restaurants, was again one of the best I have had. The cheese was not icy cold (which is my preference) and the vinegared strawberries cut the richness of the cheese perfectly. The toast it was served with was the thinness of a potato chip with a great flavor. For dessert we had the donuts, again loved. As you are eating them you expect the caramel to be sweet but since it is made with tahini it was not sweet at all and was a great counterpoint to the donut, I didn’t taste a lot of the sesame but what I had added nice texture. I cannot wait to return to this restaurant to try more items from the menu.
… moreThe roasted little neck clams, a small app for sure, were perfection, they were tender and the flavoring was present but not overpowering the clam. Have never had clam toast and was curious to try. It was a large piece of very toasty, crusty bread covered with chopped up clams and garlic. Very garlic forward but absolutely not too much garlic, loved this dish also. The burrata, which I get at many restaurants, was again one of the best I have had. The cheese was not icy cold (which is my preference) and the vinegared strawberries cut the richness of the cheese perfectly. The toast it was served with was the thinness of a potato chip with a great flavor. For dessert we had the donuts, again loved. As you are eating them you expect the caramel to be sweet but since it is made with tahini it was not sweet at all and was a great counterpoint to the donut, I didn’t taste a lot of the sesame but what I had added nice texture. I cannot wait to return to this restaurant to try more items from the menu.
Andres Ayala
If I could give 10 stars I would do it easily. The food and the service were exceptional. I had the shrimp served over polenta. My girlfriend had the whole fried dorade which she absolutely loved. For dessert we had the angel food cake and it was absolutely delicious. The service at this restaurant was exceptional just like the food. Lastly the restaurant had magnificent views, they have a deck where you can get some really great water views. I will definitely be back to try other items on the menu.
… moreGage Seymour
This place is amazing! The food is outstanding and it has an amazing view. I would recommend ordering an appetizer for everyone and an entree for everyone to ensure everyone leaves full. It is pricey and personally I would rather go to the union league for the amount of money, but is was a solid meal.
… moreBrendan Cauvel
Thoroughly impressed by our meal here – I’m surprised there aren’t more reviews! Perhaps the location makes it less frequented than spots in downtown New Haven. It’s a cute neighborhood but a bit tucked away.
Cocktails were inventive and strong, and cheap by city standards at $14. Every seafood element we tried tasted light, clean and fresh – the Crab Toast was particularly delicious, with a great use of oil. Oyster selection was broad and fairly priced, came with a nice and powerful hot sauce. Scallop entree was fantastic; my sole nitpick would be that the amount of sauce base felt a tad much. Basque cheesecake with caviar was a dessert dish that I’ll remember for years to come, and seek to come back for.
Service was amazing; host was welcoming and warm, and our server felt like a friend after 5 minutes. Back patio seating looking out on the docks is a MUST if the weather allows.
… moreCocktails were inventive and strong, and cheap by city standards at $14. Every seafood element we tried tasted light, clean and fresh – the Crab Toast was particularly delicious, with a great use of oil. Oyster selection was broad and fairly priced, came with a nice and powerful hot sauce. Scallop entree was fantastic; my sole nitpick would be that the amount of sauce base felt a tad much. Basque cheesecake with caviar was a dessert dish that I’ll remember for years to come, and seek to come back for.
Service was amazing; host was welcoming and warm, and our server felt like a friend after 5 minutes. Back patio seating looking out on the docks is a MUST if the weather allows.
Joseph Murrell
This was my first time dining at Fair Haven Oyster Club, and I must say I had an amazing experience! Our waitress was very attentive, and I also like how we were encouraged to order everything at once so it could be brought out course-style and in a timely fashion. I absolutely loved the tin fish(spiced mackerel), one of the best I’ve ever had….definitely a highlight for a tin fish lover like myself! My branzino was made to perfection, and the spicy tomato based sauce complimented it very well! I also had a grilled mackerel, which was very good as well! I’m under the impression they have a rotating menu based on available ingredients, I can’t wait to visit again!
… moreAlysia LaMay
I don’t have a single photo to share because everything was devoured. Friends took us here because they love it and know the chef- I’m not a huge seafood fan so I just figured I’d find a couple things I like and stick to that. I cannot stress enough how absolutely DIVINE this place was. Every single dish that came out was truly perfect in every way. I don’t even like crab cakes and I am dreaming about their crab cakes. The flavors, how everything was prepared, the presentation, absolutely amazing. The service was outstanding. The drinks were delicious. You can tell everything at this place is thoughtful and purposeful, I cannot wait to go back.
… moreLorraine Beals
We had a great time at the restaurant last night. We shared a roasted pepper appetizer, and a glazed duck appetizer. I had fig scallops dish, my husband had cod and my son had a hamburger. We all followed up our delicious dinners with a scrumptious chocolate mousse. Our table had a nice view of the river, our waitress Lucia was wonderful along with the rest of the friendly staff. I highly recommend Fair Haven Oyster Company!!
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