Crave Fishbar Upper East
Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Crave Fishbar Upper East is worth booking for an easy seafood-leaning dinner on the Upper East Side, especially when timing flexibility matters more than awards or a tasting-menu format. It is a stronger fit for weeknight dates and small groups than for a high-pressure celebration.
About Crave Fishbar Upper East
Crave Fishbar Upper East is a New York City dinner option with nightly hours and a smart casual dress code. The schedule is: Monday through Saturday from 5–10 PM, and Sunday from 4–9:30 PM.
Guests should confirm current details, including specific menu details, service format, pricing, seating, and dietary accommodations, directly through the venue's official channels before visiting.
A practical New York City dinner option
Choose Crave Fishbar Upper East when the hours and smart casual dress code fit the evening. Focus on practical planning details, such as hours and dress code, rather than other details like awards, chef format, menu structure, or specialty service.
The nightly schedule makes it relatively simple to compare against other dinner plans in New York City. Monday through Saturday service runs 5–10 PM, while Sunday begins earlier at 4 PM and ends at 9:30 PM.
Who should choose it over other alternatives
Crave Fishbar Upper East can be compared with other New York City options such as Kizuna, Lusardi's, Caffe Buon Gusto, THEP Thai Restaurant, and Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd when deciding what kind of evening best fits the group. Use the hours and dress code as the most reliable planning points.
The verdict is simple: consider Crave Fishbar Upper East for a smart casual dinner in New York City, and confirm current details directly before making firm plans. For broader planning, use Our full New York City restaurants guide alongside other restaurant options, and pair the meal with Our full New York City bars guide or Our full New York City hotels guide if the night extends beyond dinner.
Planning details
- Location
- 1462 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10075
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- cravefishbar.com
- Phone
- +12126888886
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Crave Fishbar reads like a neighborhood seafood room that prioritizes consistency over ceremony. It situates itself squarely in the Upper East Side rhythm — familiar, approachable and focused on fish and shellfish rather than the performative elements of destination tasting counters. The space and service lean toward an unforced, classic sensibility: service is attentive without formality, the menu favors reliable, well-executed seafood, and the overall tone is relaxed. It feels less like a destination theater and more like an elegant local resource for those who want serious seafood without overblown fanfare.
Best For
This is a venue built for repeat visits: locals grabbing a solid seafood meal midweek, couples on date night, and colleagues or clients for business dinners that don’t require Michelin‑level ceremony. It also suits small special occasions for diners who prefer refined but not stuffy settings. The restaurant’s placement on Second Avenue makes it easy to fold into a neighborhood routine — equally at home for a comfortable Tuesday dinner or a weekend night out — and it appeals to anyone who wants seafood expertise in a familiar, dependable package.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the seafood signatures when you order: the menu highlights oysters and a sushi platter as raw-bar anchors, alongside sharing options like grilled octopus and a Lobster Curry. Treat the meal as a seafood-forward set of shareables and small plates rather than a multi-course tasting exercise; that approach matches the restaurant’s neighborhood logic. Also note the review’s booking framing: dining here is more straightforward than a destination tasting counter, so plan for a relaxed, efficient meal focused on fresh shellfish and simple, well-executed preparations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined yet laid-back upscale neighborhood atmosphere with warm hospitality.
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Vibe
Best For
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Lobster Curry
- Grilled Octopus
- Sushi Platter
- Oysters
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1462 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10075
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If seafood is not the priority, cross-shop Lusardi's for a more classic neighborhood dinner or THEP Thai Restaurant for a livelier, more casual meal. If speed and value matter more than a full-service dinner, Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd is the cleaner alternative.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Kizuna is the sharper comparison if the group is leaning Japanese, while Crave Fishbar Upper East is the more flexible pick for a seafood-focused dinner that does not require committing to that lane. With booking difficulty marked easy, Crave is the safer choice when plans are coming together late.
Lusardi's and Caffe Buon Gusto make more sense for Italian comfort and a classic neighborhood dinner mood. Crave is better when the table wants seafood and a lighter-feeling meal. For value-driven or casual alternatives, THEP Thai Restaurant and Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd are stronger bets when ambiance matters less than speed, spice, or price discipline.
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Compare Crave Fishbar Upper East
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Crave Fishbar Upper East | New York City | No published awards |
| Kizuna | New York City | 2026 Tabelog Bronze · #188Tabelog 100 - Sushi - WEST - 2025 · #792025 Tabelog Silver |
| Lusardi's | New York City | No published awards |
| Caffe Buon Gusto | New York City | No published awards |
| THEP Thai Restaurant | New York City | No published awards |
| Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd | New York City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Crave Fishbar Upper East in New York City?
Other New York City options to compare include Kizuna, Lusardi's, Caffe Buon Gusto, THEP Thai Restaurant, and Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd. Crave Fishbar Upper East makes sense to consider when its dinner hours and smart casual dress code fit your plans.
Is Crave Fishbar Upper East good for a special occasion?
It may work for a smart casual dinner, but for specific occasion-oriented details, confirm directly with the venue. The hours are 5–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9:30 PM on Sunday. For a different New York City option, Lusardi's is one venue to compare.
Is Crave Fishbar Upper East good for solo dining?
If you are considering Crave Fishbar Upper East for one person, the planning details are its New York City location, smart casual dress code, and nightly dinner hours. Kizuna is another New York City option to compare.
Does Crave Fishbar Upper East handle dietary restrictions?
For dietary accommodation details, confirm directly with the venue before you go. If the table is comparing options, Caffe Buon Gusto and THEP Thai Restaurant are other New York City venues to consider.
Can I eat at the bar at Crave Fishbar Upper East?
For bar seating details, call ahead before assuming bar seating is available. The hours are 5–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9:30 PM on Sunday. Xi'an Famous Foods 西安名吃 | Upper East Side 78th&2nd is another New York City option to compare if your plans change.
