- 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 Experiences. Topics rotate monthly and locations rotate across Crave Fishbar.
Meet Your Favorite Oyster Farmer
- All of the top oyster farmers are in town for the Billion Oyster Party and we have secured a handful of them (Peconic Golds, Great Gun, Hama Hama & More) to let you know what it takes to get these beauties on your plate at Crave.
- Jeremy will curate a dozen oysters from our guest oyster farmers and more.
- Champagne Laurent Perrier will taste you on their champagne and cuvee rose while you learn from their team why LP is ranked among the top family-owned champagne houses since 1812.
Cape Cod Oysters | More Than Just Wellfleet
- Wellfleets are to Massachussets like Blue Points are to NY. Let Jeremy show you what other treasures hail from his home state.
- Jeremy's curated list of a dozen oysters from Cape Cod.
- Blue Point Brewery team will taste guests on their award winning local beers.
We Pledge Allegiance to Canadian Oysters
- Jeremy will explain why he believes Prince Edward Island oysters are the best place on Earth to grow oysters.
- Taste a dozen PEI oysters like: Lucky Limes, Raspberry Point, rarely seen Colville Bay, and more.
- If you know tequila then you have to know Lalo tequila. We will taste Lalo tequila and learn what makes it so special and why tequila pairs perfectly with oysters.
The Best of the Best at their Best
- Did you know the hoilday season produces the most mature and best tasting oysters of the year? Jeremy will teach you why this is a fact and why you should crush more oysters in the Winter.
- Jeremy has curated a dozen of the best seasonal oysters that the North America has to offer.
- Celebrate this festive time of year with Champagne Telmont as we taste and leran more about their well crafted champagne known for it's balance of crisp acidity.
Explore our past topics and monthly gatherings hosted across Crave Fishbar locations this year.
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.
