NYC restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of 42nd Street – Bryant Park Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

This was my first time dining at Bryant Park Grill, and it was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, the experience exceeded expectations. Our server Lena was a darling: attentive, warm, and made sure everything was perfect. We started with the jumbo lump crab cake and salad, which was fresh and flavorful. My friend had the cashew-crusted salmon (he swapped the potatoes for asparagus, great choice!), and I had the pan-roasted branzino, cooked to perfection. The blackberry nojito seltzer was a hit! We ended the evening with a chocolate brownie and vanilla ice cream that was the perfect sweet touch. Despite the buzz of the city around us, the atmosphere felt calm and intimate. A little oasis right in the heart of it all. I guess when you have an amazing date and great food, nothing else really matters 😊 Highly recommend and can’t wait to return!
Allia - 2 weeks ago

We had a nice meal, seated in the covered patio. Temperature was nice and the holiday decor was so nice for early November event. Our server Jose was very attentive and nice. Lots of options for all food restrictions vegan, veggie etc. We will definitely be back!
Nina Buitrago - a week ago

One of my favorite places to take visitors for a NY brunch. The main attraction is of course the wonderful Bryant Park location Chill in the park before leisurely heading to Bryant Park Grill to eat ! If you want to sit inside then a reservation is necessary with a phone call and a confirmation via text day of. The indoor seating was spacious and classy with friendly service. The food is about what you expect. Not great but not bad either.
Mister Man - 4 months ago

A spacious and very pleasant restaurant, in a quiet location opposite Bryant Park, with a magnificent terrace for sunny days. The food is easily among the best in New York, and the service is very friendly, warm, and attentive (thanks to René!). I highly recommend it! A very good place to eat. I took the opportunity to continue reading my feel-good thriller Honesty Bar, which I found on Amazon (in English and French)—a plot for the whole family set in Paris, Warsaw, and the Seychelles!💕
Stephane R. - a month ago

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This was my first time at this wonderful establishment. Arrived with no reservations on a Friday night with my best friend and we were seated within 5 min in a very quaint area. (NYASIA) was our server and she was extremely professional, knowledgeable and pleasant! Her recommendations were ALL ON POINT!! She checked on us just enough but not overly. The delicious good arrived fast, hot and well seasoned. It was a great experience for me and my bestie said she has never been disappointed with any of her visits there! Thank you for an AMAZING CULINARY EXPERIENCE 💙‼️💯
Mico Renee - a week ago

We stopped in for happy hour on a Thursday afternoon. I love that happy hour starts at 2:30 and the menu was so plentiful. With the exception of the hostess who was really welcoming, service was a miss. While waiting for the lounge tables to be prepped, we sat at the bar with one other couple. The bartender dropped off a menu but never returned. After waiting 15-20 minutes we decided to move to the lounge area. Although we were the first seated, the two parties who arrived after us were able to place orders and recieve their meals before us. Weird. The atmosphere was comfortable and chic. Our drinks were amazing. Which made the bites even better. In ranking order, we ordered the Corn & Crab fritters, Wagyu Meatballs, Short Rib Quesadilla, STK & fries, Lil' Big & Truffle Fries (slider was over cooked for its size) , and popcorn chicken (the meat was not appealing). I would recommend and return. Hoping to experience better service.
Lo Cruz - in the last week

Thank you to Edwin management who welcomed us back for a wonderful chef tasting experience after our unfortunate experience the week prior. Tonight was a major turn around in every way to the wonderful waitress Alicia who was very attentive recommended excellent dishes to the delicious food and wonderful staff who was extremely friendly! We will definitely come back.
Alexis Martinez - 2 weeks ago

Visited STK with a friend on my last night in the city. I was pleasantly surprised at the music 🎶 I heard coming out of the restaurant. It was a nice vibe. In the lobby of the restaurant they have a nice lighted signage and a stand that takes your picture. That is so cute to me. The waiter was cool. The vibes and food were great. I would definitely attend again. Unika B. & Co.
On Time Signing - a month ago

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This restaurant felt like a sexy scene out of a movie, or something you’d experience in Palm Springs. The fireplace is inviting, the leather “diner” seating felt luxurious not campy, and overall the restaurant was quiet enough to have a conversation without shouting (on a Wednesday night at 8 pm). The service made me feel like a celebrity and the food was impeccable. 10/10!
Jeff Koo - a month ago

We came after a Broadway show and had the two course meal. The food quality, ambience, and the presentation was all excellent. Everything was pretty and you can tell they use real whole ingredients. The staff were very attentive and nice. We overall had a wonderful and relaxing evening after our show and we hope to return again. And the music was great!
T P - 2 weeks ago

We had a wonderful experience at the Lamb's Club Friday night. We had a Broadway play at 7:00 pm and picked the Lamb's Club because of their pretheater menu, knowing that they were understanding of the importance of leaving at a predetermined time to make it to our show. The day before our reservation, they checked in with me to see what time our show was. Our meal was perfectly timed and we never felt rushed or nervous about being late. The food was also amazing and the staff was friendly and attentive. Would definitely recommend for an amazing meal and definitely for anyone interested in a show later in the night.
Rhet Happel - in the last week

I had a very mixed experience. I was definitely underdressed for the restaurant, but that shouldn’t affect the dining experience. Our server didn’t take the time to try to understand what we were asking for as far as wine goes. He really struggled with the idea that we’d want a wine that went with each course of the pre-theatre menu. The food was mostly good, with the exception of something gritty in my dining companion’s scallops. We spoke to someone who appeared to be a manager or other senior front of house staff who then told my companion her experience was not possible. It really felt like he was trying to gaslight her. Overall the restaurant has good service, food and ambiance for the price in midtown if you’re looking for an upscale dining experience.
Hillary Critelli - 2 weeks ago

I LOVED my first time at The Lambs Club! It’s the classic old-school Manhattan experience done right. The food and service far exceeded my expectations. I had the white asparagus soup and carbonara and both were sensational (it’s hard to find a proper carbonara anywhere these days, but they nailed it). One of the few Theatre District staples that lives up to the hype; can’t recommend it highly enough!
Kaci Korn - 6 months ago

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Be sure to ask for the vegan menu! It’s an actual separate menu & there are lots of options (starters, rolls, specialties, entrees, & sides) and do not miss the vegan dessert options! The smash sundae was SO GOOD! We got the vegan scallops (made with daikon), the Garden cut roll (avo on top), the vegan dragon roll & edamame (not pictured). I was excited for the scallops and they were beautiful but they don’t taste fishy at all. I think they could add a bit more in that department slash good for those tho hate seaweed/fishy flavors. Garden roll was yummy and the dragon roll was my favorite. I loved the crunchies! Sriracha wasn’t listed on the ingredients tho and seemed to be drizzled underneath? The real star of the show was the smash sundae. It look exactly the same as the non-vegan one so didn’t feel like we were missing out on certain components and was chocolatey goodness! Highly recommend checking this spot out near Bryant Park and good if you are dining with people who don’t eat vegetables 🤭
Brieana F - a month ago

Really cool atmosphere and excellent service.Was here on a busy weekday afternoon after traveling in from out of town.Was expecting top tier quality food for midtown Manhattan. It honestly fell so short of my expectations as it was just ok with dry appetizers and sushi that was just meh. The prices reflected sushi that would have perfect rice and rich and bold flavors; unfortunately the reality was the opposite.The fact that their lunch specials were burgers kind of threw me off as I thought this was strictly a sushi restaurant.If this wasn't in one of the most competitive restaurant markets in the world I would give it another try but I don't think I will be back.
T - a week ago

Best sticky yellow tail rice ever had. The shishito potatoes were truly. And the sushi overall extremely fresh and tasty and they have a Gluten-free menu!
Tiziana Pratico' Brugellis - 2 weeks ago

Stopped in here with my mom after a day in the city. The service was amazing, food is great, I can't wait to go back. Got a couple mocktails which were very refreshing. Everything was so fresh. Went downstairs to use the restrooms on the way out and there's a cool looking bar downstairs.
Cristin - 3 weeks ago

Delicious and fresh food - we've had a Himachi, a Crab Roll and Lobster Tacos. We've also had Mochi balls for a sweet small bite. Service was great and food was fresh and well seasoned. The place could benefit from a redesign, though: the venue felt dated... A good, though unremarkable, restaurant.
Niv Benshi - a month ago

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I have been wanting to try this place for a very long time. finally pop in for a visit during lunch time on a weekday. it really exceeded my expectation. there are so many sichuan restaurants in NYC and it's already hard to top one another. but the food here is really unique and the service is a top notch. Love their old shanghai decor makes it cozy and quiet enough to be able to talk to each other without screaming. there are multiple floors even seats that best for solo as well. The dish most wows me is the spicy soft shell crab. there are so much crab in it and loaded with flavor. Tea Smoked Duck is very juicy with smoky taste. Pork Dumplings in Chili Oil is one of the best flavor in NYC, it's very authentic taste with a little sweet and a little spicy. the lucky cup sake is very easy to drink if you want to take advantage of their happy hour price for only $8 There are some lunch bento specials as well, if you are not a person to share. there are also plenty to choose from.
Alex Zhang - 2 months ago

One of my favorite spots for Chinese food and great peaceful atmosphere in New York!! It feels like you’re traveling in time to 1930’s Shanghai. Peaceful, cozy, incredibly delicious! The loofah with dried scallops and mapo tofu are my favorites! I highly recommend this spot!
Kristine Stefanija - 2 months ago

Authentic Szechuan food with a creative twist. Every dish we ordered was delicious and hit the spot with the right amount of spice and flavor. Surprisingly reasonably priced. Even though we didn’t try the cocktails the menu and names looked definitely interesting. Very cute and chic decor inside. The only downside is that it was very loud so we had to shout to each other throughout our meal. Will be coming back.
Billy Xia - 4 months ago

I've visited this place many times over the years and it never disappoints. I love ordering the sautéed string beans and spicy fish fillet every time I go. The portion size was good, but I think it has decreased recently.
tanuja bhowmik - 5 months ago

I’ve been coming to Café China for years, and it never disappoints. The food is consistently great. Honestly, I don’t think I’ve ever ordered something I didn’t like here. The scallion pancakes, in particular, were a standout on my most recent visit — perfectly crispy, flaky, and packed with flavor. Overall, just a reliably great spot that continues to deliver.
Ali Bakhsh - 6 months ago

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We came for the braised pork with abalone, and it did not disappoint. The pork was fresh, tender, and perfectly balanced with just the right hint of sweetness. The abalone was delightfully tender and free of any fishy taste. The braised scallop was an unexpected highlight — paired with bamboo shoots and broccoli, it created a refreshing and flavorful combination. Even the watermelon at the end was pleasantly natural-tasting, not overly sweet. Overall, a wonderful experience, and we’d gladly come back again!
Ge Song - 3 months ago

Came here mostly for their La Ma Ti Hua (老妈蹄花 pig trotter soup). This dish is unbeatable across Manhattan. The rest is decent as well, but not particularly impressive. Pretty solid traditional Szechuan cuisine, could be a bit spicier in my opinion, probably toned down to accommodate the general audience. The fish and duck dishes are also great choices and I highly recommend anyone who hasn’t tried it give it a try here - they’re tender and flavorful, not too spicy and not too many bones. Worth giving it a shot
Xinran Qi - a month ago

This is my no. 1 go to restaurant in midtown. I come often not only it closes to my office, and such friendly service, delicious food with affordable price in mid town is rare! I love to try new restaurants but I always come back to this one! They made me feel welcome all the times! Today, we ordered dry pot beef with griddle cook chili and cumin, braised fish fillet with cabbage and chili, Ming bean jelly salad, wok-tossed crispy lamb with chili cumin. These dishes have different spices and flavors, and perfectly combined together. I also recommend the water melon juice and the dessert. Again, they gave good impression to my friends from Taiwan and a Spanish guy new to Chinese cuisine. (Their food never disappointed me in a single time I went. I wish this restaurant will continuously doing great in the bad economic.)
Ivy Zhu - 3 months ago

From the moment we walked in, the service was fantastic. The staff was welcoming and attentive throughout the meal. The food was flavorful and reasonably priced. If you’re looking for great Szechuan food in Manhattan, this place is absolutely worth trying.
Armin I - 2 months ago

Very authentic Sichuan cuisine!! As a pig trotter lover, this is my second time at this restaurant! I stop by every time I pass through New York, and the portions are always huge. Every soup and noodle dish I’ve tried so far has been delicious, and the service is excellent!!
Rowen Adonis - 3 months ago

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Food was fresh and delicious and the server Rose was very kind and courteous. She delivered on service. She kept asking how everything was and brought us our drinks and food in a timely manner. She was awesome!!! Great personality!!Absolutely the best server at Red Lobster in Times Square on 8/21/2025 one day before my birthday. Couldn’t desire better🎉🙌🏽
therese davis - a week ago

The food is quite good. It's a bit pricey, but the portions are huge. We had the best service from Jeff, the friendly attentive waiter who attended to our table. It's a good seafood place, and I do recommend.
Lamoore - a week ago

Amazing experience at Red Lobster Times Square! The seafood was fresh and delicious, and the service made it even better. My server Sam was incredibly kind, attentive, and made me feel right at home. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming. A perfect spot for seafood lovers in NYC— highly recommend this place and Sam’s warm hospitality! Will come back again sure ! 🦞 🦐
Aboudi Ghazal - a month ago

Rasheed was wonderful! The service he gave our family was on point! Never had to ask for refills and the portions of food were very big. Everything we ordered came out perfectly. Thank you for such a wonderful experience.
D D - a week ago

An incredible experience thanks to Donna! We recently visited Red Lobster for a special occasion and had a wonderful time. The food was absolutely delicious, but what truly made our night was the exceptional service we received from our waiter, Donna. It was our first time tackling a whole lobster, and we were struggling quite a bit, making a mess and wasting a lot of the delicious meat. Donna noticed our predicament and immediately came over to our table. She was so kind and helpful, explaining the entire process step-by-step. She even helped us with the cracking and showed us all the best tricks to get every bit of meat out. Because of Donna, what could have been a frustrating meal turned into a fun and memorable experience. She was patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. Thank you, Donna, for your fantastic service and for making us feel so welcome! We can't wait to come back!
Sai Preetham Basana - 2 weeks ago

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Achari Paneer Roll was very delicious - loved it! I highly recommend it! It's suitable for vegetarians and they have also other vegetarian options available. Also their Mango Lassi had good taste and service was quick. This was our first visit here and we would definitely come back again! The restaurant is located very near to Bryant Park.
Essi - 4 months ago

Being originally from Kolkata—the birthplace of the kati roll—my standards for this dish are understandably high. I stopped by this spot on a weekend night, and the place was packed, with a line spilling out the door. After waiting quite a while, I finally got to order. The restaurant seemed heavily understaffed, with one person juggling both orders and wrapping rolls, while a few others worked in the back. I ordered an anda chicken roll, which typically combines a paratha layered with fried egg, stuffed with chicken kebabs, onions, and seasonings. Unfortunately, this version fell short of the authentic Kolkata standard. The biggest letdown was the paratha—it seemed pre-made or frozen, thin, and lacking the signature flaky, layered crunch of a freshly rolled lachha paratha fried to crisp perfection. Since the paratha is the foundation of the roll, that missing texture made a big difference. The chicken filling itself was decent, though not outstanding. The onions added some freshness, but the heavy use of green chutney was overwhelming. In Kolkata, rolls are usually finished more simply—with lemon, salt, pepper, and sometimes a touch of tomato and chili sauce. The chutney here made the flavor too one-dimensional, dominated by mint, without balance. The portion size also felt smaller than what you’d typically get back home. That said, I do appreciate having the chance to enjoy a chicken roll in Manhattan, far from Kolkata. The concept is wonderful, and credit goes to the owner for bringing this comfort food here. But between the long wait, understaffing, and lack of care in preparation, the overall experience didn’t live up to its potential. With more attention to authenticity—especially the paratha—and a little more care in execution, this place could truly shine.
Debisree Ray - 2 months ago

Recommend by many people, so we visited the place. I was amazed having kathi roll in New york. I ordered achari panner roll, momos and chicken roll. I would say momos was really nice. The roll was okayish as there was nothing achari in it. The filling was same for chicken roll as well. But the roll parantha was really authentic. The momo chutney was really like india momos chutney. Overall a good place to visit!
akshi manglik - 2 months ago

Kartı roll has got multiple Branches in Manhattan. We went on 39th street. Food ambience and service was awesome. Limited menu with excellent choices. Served with chai, sodas and beer - special Mention Rupee beer.
daman bhatia - 5 months ago

Today I visited The Kati Roll Company and tried their steak rolls and momos. The food was incredibly fresh and flavorful. Everything was perfect, and I would definitely come back again.
Md Abtahi Ahsan Samin - a month ago

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BXL is a go-to place for all occasions. It’s located in midtown Manhattan and easy to commute. We are the regulars here and we enjoy French-Belgian cuisine. We order steak frites which they serve with fries and salad. Their salad dressing is my favorite. We also order cheese balls and steak sandwich which is so juicy and served with caramelized onions. Their salad dressing staff is very attentive and friendly. They are happy to accommodate us with any requests.
Aidana Madanbekova - 2 months ago

I was looking for an open bar to have a manhattan in Manhattan and walk for several minutes until I came across a cozy place that was decked out in the color red. The door was open and I walked right into a welcoming place with excellent drinks. The owner was friendly and made a perfect manhattan! Decor was superb and ambiance was chill ! Highly recommend for anyone looking terrific drinks!
Erika Hernandez - a week ago

Walked in to BXL on a rainy day and was so happy we did! Absolutely amazing house BXL beer, our server Alfonso was great, and the food was incredible. Whether you're looking for a place to have a good beer, eat some fantastic food, or watch a futbol match, or do all 3 at once, this is your place! My wife and I shared the lamb sausage sandwich and fries and chicken wings and we could not have been more pleased! The menu had a wide selection and I think no matter what we ordered we would have been impressed!
Kyle Ames - 4 months ago

Yummy mussels and truffle croquettes. Wish the mussels were cooked in the tomato basil longer to absorb the flavor. Truffle croquettes were like fried truffle cheese.
Kimberle Lau - 2 months ago

I visited on a Wednesday for a late lunch of Moule Frite. It was very good and the portion could definitely be enough for two people. The staff was very attentive and friendly. Lots of French Belgians too. Definitely returning.
Joseph Legros (jhosef) - 5 months ago

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Their coffee was delicious (also has a kick to it) and comes with complimentary refills. Their tasty oatmeal is unquestionably the best in the Times Square surrounding area, it is at its best before 8:00 a.m, they open at 7. They will serve it with warm milk on the side if asked to. At breakfast, their scrambled eggs came with room temperature home fries on two different dines there. They offer a tasty egg salad sandwich (pictured) at any time of the day. For lunch there I have had their chicken soup which was decent, the broth's flavor was mild. Their hamburger ($14.95) was very ordinary, was dry, and had little flavor. It was cooked well done even though I ordered it cooked medium. They offer a 5% discount for cash payment, remind the cashier if she forgets, that has happened twice to me.
Harvey Messing - 4 months ago

Who doesn’t love an old-school coffee shop/diner breakfast?!? I met up with a friend at the Red Flame in Midtown Manhattan. It was one my of go-to places when I worked in the Calendar Building, across from the main library and Bryant Park. She had the waffle; I had the Florentine omelette. The service is great and they keep the coffee flowing!
Francine Laura - 3 months ago

I got 2 eggs over easy (came with two slices of bread) with a side of fries and chicken noodle soup, and my friends also got the western omelette sandwich, also with a side of fries. And a cup of joe. It was delicious, especially the soup. Perfect breakfast. The bill did come out to around $40 and i wasnt ecstatic to pay over $10 for two eggs but this is life. In terms of service, the servers were prompt to come over every few minutes to take our orders and refill our drinks, though I did feel they were kind of judging me, or at the very least not the friendliest. Though i was also high at the time and potentially paranoid, so who knows. A few other reviews cite unfriendly staff, so maybe im not imagining it. Dont know how much it really matters though- the food was great
Victoria - 4 weeks ago

Stopped by Red Flame Diner for breakfast. The waffles were pretty good — light and tasty. Tried the omelette too; it was decent but could’ve been better. Service was quick, and it’s a convenient spot if you’re around Midtown. Good option for a classic NYC diner experience.
ruchika bhargava - 5 months ago

A true American diner, middle of Times Square reminded me of the time I lived in states. Never ending menu. Fast service. Coffee refills! And my favorite cheddar and crunchy onion omelette! We had our breakfast 3 out of the 5 mornings here at NYC!
Durba Gupta - 7 months ago

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