Visiting NYC Grand Central Station is a must for any visitor even if they are not heading anywhere. Built in 1913, this architectural masterpiece is spread across 70 acres and it's easy to spend a day admiring its magnificent vaulted cathedral-like ceiling and the Grand Central Terminal Clock. Stopping by for a meal at the iconic Grand Central Oyster Bar, as old as the station itself, is another must. With the same grandiose architecture and opulent décor, this classy eatery at times serves 50 kinds of fresh oysters, such as Meximotos from Baja, Phantom Creeks from British Columbia, or Moonstones from Rhode Island. Check the big board for the oyster of the day. Oysters are not all that this great restaurant serves. The menu at Grand Central Oyster Bar is extensive and if you have a hard time deciding from the large list of fabulous appetizers and the even longer list of "today's catch," go for the seafood platter and try them all. Oyster Bar's Bloody Mary is legendary, but they have just about anything else you might fancy.

Grand Central Oyster Bar, Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, Phone: 212-490-6650

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