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| Cuisine | Seafood | ||
| Hours | Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm and 5:30-10:30pm; Sat 5-10:30pm | ||
| Address | 55 E. 54th St | ||
| Location | Btwn Park and Madison Aves, Midtown East & Murray Hill | ||
| Transportation | Subway: E, F to Fifth Ave | ||
| Reservations | Reservations recommended | ||
| Phone | 212/759-5941 | ||
| Web site | www.oceanarestaurant.com | ||
| Prices | 3-course prix fixe $48 lunch, $78 dinner | ||
| Credit Cards | AE, DISC, MC, V | ||
Frommer's Review
When you enter Oceana, the nautical themes are obvious. But this is no seafood shack -- it's more like a luxury ocean liner. Standouts include tartare of yellowfin tuna with daikon radish, black cardamom, and horseradish sorbet; striped bass wrapped in a ham croissant; and stuffed artichoke and Icelandic cod basted in butter and herbs. The dishes look so good you might not want to eat them, but that would be a big mistake. In this case the artwork is extremely edible. Oceana also features an excellent wine list and your waiter will help pair wines with your dishes if you desire. Though this is not your everyday restaurant -- prices are too steep for that -- the atmosphere is relaxed and the service is personable. At press time Oceana was rumored to be moving. Check the restaurant's website for its location when you want to dine here.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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Frommer's New York City 2010
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