August 5th is National Oyster Day! Seafood lovers rejoice! Generally, oysters are considered aphrodisiacs, well, at least according to Casanova, who claimed to eat 50 oysters for breakfast every day, apparently the reason for his unlimited energy and libido. Either way, on National Oyster Day, go out and indulge yourself! To help you decide where to celebrate National Oyster Day on Thursday, August 5th, we share some of our favorite spots’ offerings here. Enjoy!
Ariete
Celebrate National Oyster Day at highly acclaimed Coconut Grove eatery Ariete. Indulge in Chef Michael Beltran’s wildly popular Wood-Grilled Oysters with bone marrow butter ($24/$48) – chives, charred lime, or sea urchin butter ($24/$48) – turmeric, tarragon, lime. These are available during dinner Sunday to Thursday from 6 PM to 10 PM; Friday & Saturday until 11 PM. Ariete is located at 3540 Main Highway in Coconut Grove. www.arietecoconutgrove.com
BOURBON Steak
Michael Mina’s award-winning steakhouse in the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry offers a delectable chef’s selection of oysters nightly on their dinner menu. Priced at $27, the oysters are served with Champagne mignonette. Dinner at BOURBON Steak is available nightly from 6 PM until 10 PM. BOURBON Steak is located at 19999 W Country Club Drive inside the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa in Aventura. www.bourbonsteakmia.com
Kush Coconut Grove
Celebrate National Oyster Day at Kush Coconut Grove on Thursday, August 5, from 5 PM-7 PM. Customers dining in can enjoy $5 Moose Juice, 3-for-$5 Oysters, $5 Shot and Beer specials, BOGO specials on select drafts and wine, $2 off specialty cocktails, and $5 select appetizers. Specialty cocktail highlights include the Buckwheat Boyz Presents: Peanut Butter Jelly Time ($13) Bourbon, Screwball Whiskey, Smucker’s Grape Jam; Purple Drank ($11) Ford’s Gin, Giffards Violette served in a Capri Sun bag, and Uncle Luke’s Love Songs ($13) Miami Club Rum, Vanilla Vodka, Chocolate, Espresso. Kush Coconut Grove is located at 2911 Grand Avenue #400D. www.kushhospitality.com
Phuc Yea
MiMo district mainstay for contemporary Vietnamese, Phuc Yea, will be hosting their very own National Oyster Day celebration on Thursday, August 5, from 5 PM to 10 PM. Guests can expect an extensive list of limited-time oyster offerings to get in the spirit: Fresh Oysters served with classic house accompaniments: Bourbon Cocktail Sauce – horseradish, garlic, bourbon, sriracha; and Lemongrass Mignotte – rice wine vinegar, black pepper, lemongrass ginger. Pricing is as follows: ●$1 East Coast Oysters (5 PM-7 PM) ●$2 West Coast Oysters (5 PM-7 PM) ●$12 Half-Dozen East Coast Oysters (7 PM-10 PM) ●$15 Half-Dozen West Coast (7 PM-10 PM) Oyster Shooters ●Crouching Tiger – vodka, green chartreuse, cucumber, cilantro, lime, sesame, salt ($8 each) ●Hidden Dragon – Espolon Blanco tequila, tajin, pineapple, bird chili, lime, pineapple shrub, Thai basil ($8 each) Char-Grilled Oysters – lemongrass butter, parmesan, lime, cajun spice (4 for $15) Buffalo-style Oyster Poppers – crispy fried oysters, sriracha buffalo sauce, pickled celery, blue cheese. Phuc Yea is located at 7100 Biscayne Boulevard www.phucyea.com
Rusty Pelican Miami
Boasting gorgeous, unparalleled views of Biscayne Bay, there’s simply no better place to celebrate National Oyster Day than Rusty Pelican Miami. On Thursday, August 5, from 4 PM to 6:30 PM in the lounge, guests can enjoy tasty bites from Executive Chef Jim Pastor’s elevated comfort food menu featuring: Fried Calamari – Fresh Spanish Calamari, Citrus ‘Buffalo’ Sauce, Tempura Peppers and Onions ($9); Crab Cakes – Grilled Sweet Corn, Fresh Chives, Bell Pepper, Chipotle Aioli ($9); Seasonal Oysters – Fire Island, Pink Moon, and/or Fat Bastard served with Burnt Black Pepper and Red Wine Mignonette (each $2); Little Gem Caesar Salad – Little Gem, Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Roasted Croutons, Crisp Capers ($7) and Rusty Fries ($4.50). Libations include Bottled Beer ($5); Well Liquors and House Wines ($6); and signature cocktails by Head Mixologist Oscar Amaya like the Ginny on the Loose; Old Fashioned, Classic Martini or House Margarita ($7); and Select Premium Wines by the glass ($9). Rusty Pelican is located at 3201 Rickenbacker Causeway in Key Biscayne. www.therustypelican.com
The Taurus
Celebrate National Oyster Day at Coconut Grove’s favorite watering hole, The Taurus. On Thursday, August 5th, from 5 PM-9 PM, the Grove hotspot is partnering with The Lazy Oyster, a raw bar & seafood concept specializing in bringing a premium seafood experience to your door. Guests can enjoy a variety of fresh oysters on the half shell as well as Taurus’ popular Happy Hour (5 PM-8 PM). Specials include $9 well cocktails, $7 draft beer, and $7 frozen cocktails. The Taurus is located at 3540 Main Hwy C103 in Miami. www.thetauruscoconutgrove.com
Whiskey Joe’s Miami
Shoot your shot at Whiskey Joe’s Miami on National Oyster Day! Whiskey Joe’s ‘Floribbean’ menu features local Florida favorites and Caribbean flavors boasting 40+ tiki cocktails, local beers, palapas, and live entertainment. Perfect for celebrating the Briney bivalve, guests can indulge in chargrilled and/or raw oysters (half dozen – $13.99 \ full dozen – $24.99). Whiskey Joe’s is located at 3301 Rickenbacker Causeway in Key Biscayne. www.thewhiskeyjoes.com
