- NEW EXPERIENCE
Curated by Jeremy Benson
Oyster Somm Socials
NYC’S FIRST OYSTER SOMMELIER • OYSTER MASTER GUILD CERTIFIED
Monthly, 90-minute guided tastings featuring rare oysters, small bites, and paired beer, wine, sake, or spirits — rotating across all Crave Fishbar locations.
What Is an Oyster Somm Social?
A premium, small-group oyster tasting experience hosted on the last Tuesday of every month.
- 90-minute guided tasting led by Jeremy Benson
- Curated selection of rare East + West Coast oysters (varies by theme)
- Beverage pairing partner each month (beer, wine, sake, or spirits)
- Small bites from the kitchen to complement the tasting
- Hosted in a private room: Octo Room (Midtown), Whale Room (UES), Mezzanine (UWS)
Quick Details
Last Tuesday monthly
(holiday shifts possible)
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
$125 per guest
(tax & gratuity included)
Midtown · UWS · UES
Each Social features a thoughtfully selected partner whose craftsmanship complements the nuance, salinity, and texture of our oysters. From coastal lagers and dry sake to kelp-infused gin and oyster vodka, pairings are chosen to enhance — never overpower — the experience.
Meet Jeremy Benson
Jeremy Benson is Crave Fishbar’s resident oyster expert, known for translating oyster terroir into an unforgettable guest experience. Certified through the Oyster Master Guild, Jeremy has completed professional training in oyster species, tasting technique and service excellence.
Reserve seats via OpenTable. Topics rotate monthly and locations rotate across Crave Fishbar.
Somms Holy Grail Oysters
- A deep dive into oysters rarely seen on NYC menus, sourced through Jeremy’s deep North American connections
- 6 varieties from the East and West Coasts
- Featuring Blue Point Brewery pairings
New York & Oysters
- Jeremy’s favorite local oysters from Islip to Montauk
- Learn what makes NY oysters special + the deep history of NY & oysters
- Featuring NYC’s oldest whiskey distillery, King’s County Distillery
East Coast vs West Coast
- 3 East vs 3 West Coast oysters — taste up each coast
- Learn growing methods: bottom-cultured, top floated, and wild
- Local sake pairings with Brooklyn Kura
Five Species Oyster Tasting
- Explore ALL five oyster species cultivated in North America
- Flavor, texture, and salinity comparisons
- Featuring Isco’s Ostreida Oyster Vodka and Seaflow Kelp Gin
How to Shuck an Oyster Like a Pro
- How to Safely Shuck an Oyster
- Slurp back your personal shucks
- Ten to One Rum tasting
Private Oyster Experiences
Corporate events, off-premise catering, mobile raw bar for weddings and special events, or private dining experiences for groups of 20–120 in our private dining rooms.
