Overview“He was a bold man that first ate an oyster.”
Jonathan Swift
Amen. It’s the first thing I noticed when I entered GT Fish & Oyster. It consumes an entire wall. White luxurious booths and black chairs play off the image. There’s large tables, a bar and cozy tables for two.
We were seated at a table near the window which allowed for a good view of the entire dining room.
Our server, Oscar, was absolutely amazing. I couldn’t decide what to drink so he recommended a few wines and bubblies. I went with a sparkling Rose, and it paired perfectly with everything we tried. Before we looked at the menu, I ordered two of every oyster. There were three from the east coast and three from the west coast. They ranged from salty, creamy and sweet.
A dozen oysters came to our table served with a homemade cocktail sauce. The sauce was to die for. We made our way around the plate, and I particularly liked the French Kiss. Maybe it was just the name that made it taste so good. Either way, all the oysters were fresh and delicious. They were a perfect introduction to the rest of our dinner.
Oscar recommended a few dishes for us to try, and I had a hard time narrowing down the choices. Everything sounded great. We ordered everything together, but they did a great job at timing the foods out. They brought out delicate flavors first. Our dinner had a great progression.
We only tried one dish from the cold menu. He recommended the Tuna Poke which was served over sliced cucumbers with a mange sauce. The flavors were great. It was a little sweet for my preference, but it was good!
Next came the Oyster Po’Boy Sliders. Wow. It’s served with kimchi and peanuts. One slider per person was not enough. In fact, it was a tease. I wanted a jumbo sized bun with oysters galore; it was that good. I voted against ordering another one because we had ordered more food.
The GT “Mac and Cheese” came next. The macaroni was covered in rich, creamy cheese. There were giant pieces of lobster and English peas. Each bite was delightful. Can we like the bowl clean? I have no shame in this guilty pleasure.
What happened next was pure gluttony. The Lobster Roll was brought to our table and devoured. I don’t think I took a single breath between bites. Fresh lobster salad was generously scooped inside a buttered and toasted bun. Crispy Vidalia onions and pickled vegetables accompanied the sandwich.
GT Fish & Oyster is yum certified. Each dish was executed with perfection. The floor to ceiling windows compliment the modern yet luxurious decor. What stands out to me the most was the service. Not only was Oscar informative, but he guided us through a culinary experience. He laughed at our obnoxious jokes and helped set the overall tone.