Island Oyster | New York, New York, United States, Brooklyn

Island Oyster

EST. PRIOR TO 2017

146 Carder Rd, New York, Brooklyn, New York 11231, USA

- Photographer: Courtesy of Island Oyster
- Photographer: Courtesy of Island Oyster
- Photographer: Courtesy of Island Oyster
- Photographer: Fredrik Skogkvist
- Photographer: Jesse David Green
- Photographer: Jesse David Green
- Photographer: Jesse David Green
- Photographer: Jesse David Green

Message & Request Pricing

Island Oyster is a one-of-a-kind summer destination in New York City.

The Governor's Island ferry makes for an epic arrival to the venue, taking you worlds away from the bustle of Manhattan in a mere 7 minutes. Our flexible space can accommodate all kinds of events, and is fully customizable for buyouts.

The Lowdown

Type: Beach / Lake / Waterfront Location Island Restaurant / Private Dining

Views: Cityscape River

Style: Coastal
Nautical
Sophisticated

Best type of Celebrations

Bachelor / Bachelorette Party

Birthday Party

Corporate Event

Product Launch

Rehearsal Dinner / Welcome Reception

Wedding Reception

Anniversary

Engagement Party

Venue Setting

Created by the crew behind Grand Banks, Island Oyster is a one-of-a-kind summer destination in New York City, located on Governor's Island. Featuring easygoing summer fare, a tropically inspired cocktail program and panoramic views of New York Harbor and downtown Manhattan, Island Oyster offers "a true island experience" (CNN). It's "a sight worth leaving Manhattan to see" (Vogue).

Capacity

Seated: 50

Buffet: 650

Standing: 650

Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Price range: Join the party and sign in to view pricing

Does this include catering fees?: No

Estimated price per head: from $70 to $150

Additional charges: Fee ranges do not include tax, service fees or gratuity.
For events that fall outside of the normal operating hours of the Governor's Island and the public ferry, additional ferry fees apply to transport guests to and from the island.

Insurance: Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event

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Event Logistics and Amenities

(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)

Celebrations hosted here since: 2017
Curfew: 8 PM
Venue spaces: Outdoor Venue Space Only
Catering: Client Must Use The Catering Provided By The Venue
Alcohol: Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Music: Outdoors Only
Smoking: Non-smoking Venue
Eco/Green Events: Yes

Amenities

Dining Chairs
Dining Tables
Onsite Restrooms

Venue Features

The scene:: Island Oyster is a 32,000-square-foot outdoor restaurant located off the tip of lower Manhattan on historic Governors Island. Formerly a Coast Guard base, this car-free island has been transformed into an oasis of tree groves, bike paths and outdoor activities.

Guests arrive at the island via a 7 minute, public ferry running from lower Manhattan. Upon arriving at Island Oyster, they'll immediately take in the full expanse of the NYC skyline, including both the Hudson and East Rivers, the Brooklyn Bridge, and more.

Offering flexible areas for formal dining and informal hangouts, guests can find patrons knocking back oysters at our raw bar, playing lawn games, gathered around large format cocktails with groups of friends or enjoying our signature dishes, like our lobster roll.
Design:: We built Island Oyster from the ground up, utilizing retired shipping containers to create an airy, eco-friendly design. The entire restaurant is fully oriented towards the water, with nods to our nautical and natural surroundings found in the reclaimed wood benches, brass taps and brightly colored paint.
Standout venue features:: The Governor's Island ferry makes for an epic arrival to the venue, taking you worlds away from the bustle of Manhattan in a mere 7 minutes. Our flexible space can accommodate all kinds of events, and is fully customizable for buyouts.

Awards & Notables

Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.

"...a sight worth leaving Manhattan to see." - Vogue

"There’s no reason to jet to the Hamptons for beachside dining." - Architectural Digest

"As if you needed another reason to visit the city’s favorite summer day trip destination." - Food & Wine

Included in:

The Infatuation's Summer Hit List
Thrillist's Best Outdoor Bars in NYC
Vogue's Guide to NYC's Islands