NYC restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of Grand Central Terminal – 42 Street Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

A huge, beautiful space. Good simple food. I would stick to beer and wine and forgo the cocktails next time. Portion sizes were very large. My clams had sand in them. The mignonette for the oysters was a bit overpowering. Overall, glad we tried this classic spot.
Cashelle Rose - 2 weeks ago

I like how I tend to follow establishments drawing noise on social but tend to get underwhelming results. The same thing happened here, at the famous oyster bar at the grand central terminal. It turns out it is but a rumour and just the mere fact that it's an intended visit at the reputable terminal. Other than that, it's basically like any other communal eatery. Filling she-crab soup but not exceptionally good. The New England chowder ran out that night so that must be really good. The grilled sea bream special was also the same, filling but not exceptional. What's interesting is the menus are dated but the freshness is questionable, at least for the sea bream I had. Despite that, I've only really tasted a fingernail off of their entire, massive menu (see attached photo). Staff service was at bare minimum. "Professional" niceness is too obvious, nothing wrong but not impressive. They do not correct customer's mistake and just assume to take heed for preference like I said to choose the supposed white wine to my fish but mumbled out a red. I can actually return it but why bother.
Impeccable Taste - a month ago

Fantastic vibe, fresh oysters, and classy dirty martinis! My husband and I loved it here. The servers explained everything from a to z about the oysters we got and the rest of the menu. Cheesecake and oyster stew were also great 🦪
Yelyzaveta Tuka - 2 weeks ago

The overall atmosphere is bustling and noisy due to the large crowd, but it’s a great restaurant to enjoy a variety of oysters at reasonable prices. The only drawbacks are the lack of a good wine list and the other dishes that don't match the quality of the oysters. However, it's definitely worth visiting at least once, especially for the delicious Belon Wild oysters. 🦪🍷
Hailey Kim - 2 weeks ago

An incredible architecture & design within Grand Central Station, The Oyster Bar is to bee seen. Part of its history, it unfortunately lacks a sense of welcoming its clientele. The waiters are rude except at the Food bar. Our pleasure is diminished to spend time and money when and where you don’t feel welcome. Could develop but not worth it.
A2C - 2 months ago

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The location is prime with plenty of seats. I heard a lot of good things about this place, however, my experience wasn’t great. The service was super slow and forgetful. They brought us breakfast menu and then we realized there is also a brunch menu and asked for it. It took forever until the brunch menu showed up. we were there around noon. I don’t know why they didn’t bring the brunch menu in the first place, I also asked for the lunch menu which never showed up on the table. I asked for the steak to be medium rare however, it came well done. I’ll give it another try next time since everybody talk good but as of now it’s 2.5 out of five for me by the way they also made mistake with our drinks. My bloody Mary went to my friend and her tomato juice came to me.
Aylin T - 4 months ago

Basic yummy American breakfast. Both eggs and french toast dishes were great and delicious. Service in around 10 mins and you must try their coffee
Sahel Saleh - a month ago

Still one of the best American breakfast you can get in Manhattan, after all these years. Every time I bring family or friends to discover this, it reaches top 3 of good souvenirs
Fabian Geurts - a month ago

Great bar vibes. Love the bartenders. Food is lousy. Burger looks good not taste. Popcorn shrimps look good but also no taste. Convenient location for Grand Central.
allminenyc - 3 months ago

We called for breakfast before visiting Summit One Vanderbilt and we couldn't fault a thing. The french toast and eggs benedict were amazing, freshly prepared and served quickly. We even got to sit on "Johns" table
Andrew Hackney - a month ago

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1- Food = 4.5 /5. Very good. Prime Ocean Platter and Bacon were both well prepared and of good quality. Dry Aged Porterhouse which was on the special menu was definitely prime steak but lacked the dry aged flavor that I’m accustomed too. Steak was still very good and I’d order it again. All 3 sides were tasty and sharable. Martinis 🍸 were good. Almost forgot about the very good fresh bread and soft butter they serve while you wait for your food.😋😋. 2- Service = 5/5. Excellent cerebrating our anniversary we were greeted with happy anniversary as soon as we checked in. Our waitress was friendly, attentive, but not pushy and always smiling. 😊. Thanks Sara. They actually took an amazing Photo of myself and my wife in which they handed to us in a happy anniversary card which we both loved and appreciated. 3- Ambiance = 5/5. Excellent. Classy modern design. 4- Reservations = 5/5 Excellent. Booked with OpenTable the day of. 5- Value = 5/5. Food was excellent as expected given this is a high end Steakhouse, but the service and the staff were extra special. We would definitely recommend and will 100% return.
Mr. Menu man - in the last week

I felt the need to share the excellence of Morton’s Steakhouse. Matt, our server was invaluable— his professionalism, kindness, and attention to detail were beyond expectation. The food was a journey of on its own as my eyes almost popped out as I embraced the notes and layers of flavors that danced in synchronous notes like a performance at an orchestra! I will definitely love to visit again! I had the scallops wrapped in bacon and the dry-aged steak for main course.
George E Ako - 2 weeks ago

Morton's Steakhouse exceeded all expectations, delivering a dining experience that was nothing short of extraordinary. From the exquisite cuisine to the impeccable service, every aspect of our visit was superb. I wholeheartedly recommend Morton's to anyone seeking a truly exceptional dining experience.I really enjoyed my birthday dinner !
Robin Thomas - 2 months ago

I have nothing but overwhelmingly positive and remarkable things to say about this Morton’s location. My server Hayday was very attentive to crumb and clear my table after each course. The meatballs came out warm and generously garnished. With the shrimp appetizer, the shrimp were ginormous and came with a very crunchy and almost spicy bread. Outside of the photo was the bread which came out perfectly hot and crispy. The restaurant itself is smaller than I expected, making the setting intimate. I did not feel rushed by staff despite being the last diner while the restaurant was closed. All around the board I left highly satisfied. It is evident the staff run a good show here!
Dae M - 2 months ago

I often grab lunch here and haven't yet tried their dinner, but I gotta say, this place nails it during lunchtime. The vibe is just right and the service is top-notch. Their burgers are a must-try, especially with those crispy fries. And don't even get me started on their Morton steak sauce - it's the bomb on a burger. Pro tip: ask for caramelized onions on top; it's a game changer. Heads up, their medium burgers are more on the medium-well side, so if you're a medium fan, go for medium-rare. Trust me, it's worth it!
Maor Cohen - Pickspace CEO - 6 months ago

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Stayed two nights and had lunch on the roof. Rooms are clean, but a bit worn (isn’t everything in NYC). Staff are incredibly professional and prompt. Lunch on the roof was wonderful and the view was amazing. Great experience
John Taplett - 3 weeks ago

An exclusive club in Midtown Manhattan across the street from Grand Central Station for Yale alumni and faculty. I was honored to attend a networking event hosted by my High School in the Trumbull room. It was a nice event with great ambiance, but I was disappointed with the hors d'oeuvres. They seemed like quick easy to make items with little to no effort.
Luis Diaz - 8 months ago

This is the first time I had the opportunity to experience The Yale Club and enjoy a nice lunch there. It had a renaissance style interior design and a beautiful view of the city. The food was delicious specially the cheese cake. I would highly recommend anyone that have the opportunity to go and experience it.
Al L - 2 years ago

Historically speaking the place is beautiful lot of detailed woodwork and photographs. And the handmade models of the sailboats are beautiful. However the place could use a nice updated makeover.
Glenn Yankwitt - a month ago

Stayed here one night for an event in the city. Gym facilities are nice. They have a swimming pool and squash courts. Free coffee in the morning at the lounge!
H Kim - a year ago

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Fantastic steakhouse! The appetizers were mouth-watering, and the steaks were juicy! However, while the steaks were juicier, I felt that they were more bloody/raw than Benjamin Steakhouse Prime. This is somewhat understandable as Benjamin Prime primarily focuses on the grill, while Benjamin Steakhouse focuses on everything equally. If you want thick, juicy steaks, then come on in. If you want the steaks to be more focused on tenderness, then check out Benjamin Prime. What I really enjoy is the atmosphere. The lighting is not too bright nor too dim. Also, while there are several patrons in business-casual clothing, it is not too many that makes you feel out of place. If you have any questions about the menu, definitely ask your waiter/waitress as ours was extremely helpful!
Stephen K - 2 weeks ago

The Benjamin Steakhouse is OUTSTANDING! Cool vibe entering the venue. Staff friendly and very informative. The menu is extensive and expensive. The appetizers were well seasoned and absolutely delicious 😋. The main course dishes were superb. Steaks and the salmon were perfectly cooked. This was by far the best grilled salmon I have ever had. The lamb chops were AWESOME! Their desserts, if you have any room, will leave you completely satisfied and prepared for your bill!! Worth every penny!
Jeff Huart - a week ago

Amazing service, waiters are attentive and always checking in and attending to needs. The food is mouth-watering all around. The wine served met my expectations. Overall, it was a great experience. I had a porterhouse for 3 and have to be some of the best steak I've ever ate.
Nathan Gonzalez - a week ago

If you are looking for the ultimate steakhouse experience in New York, look no further than Benjamin’s. This place has it all: a cozy and elegant ambiance, a professional and attentive staff, and most importantly, a superb selection of prime USDA meat, dry aged to perfection. I visited the Times Square location with my husband for our anniversary and we were blown away by the quality and flavor of the food. We started with the jumbo shrimp cocktail, which was fresh and succulent, and the cold crab meat appetizer, which was generous and delicious. For the main course, we shared the porterhouse steak for two, which was cooked exactly to our liking and served sizzling on a hot plate. The meat was tender, juicy, and melt-in-your-mouth good. The sides were also excellent, especially the creamed spinach and the mashed potatoes. For dessert, we had the NY cheesecake, which was creamy and decadent. The portions were huge, so we ended up taking some leftovers home. The service was impeccable, from the hostess who greeted us warmly, to the waiter who was friendly and knowledgeable, to the manager who checked on us several times. The prices were reasonable for the amount and quality of food, and the wine list was extensive and impressive. Benjamin’s is not just a restaurant, it’s a destination. It is hands down the best steakhouse in the city, and I can’t wait to go back. I would give it 5 out of 5 stars.
Vince (Vince Rubiera) - 4 months ago

240417 Wonderful steak experience. Top notch dishes. Friendly and professional service. Lovely bread basket with delightful soft salted butter. It’s hard to save space for the meat! The Benjamin Salad is healthy and refreshing, with lots of crab meat and apple. I like how it doesn’t have too much greasy or heavy dressing but maybe a little more vinegar will work better here. Baked clams are lovely too. Plump clam meat covered in creamy sauce, without being overpowered. Hot plates before steak. Legit. NY Sirloin bone in. The crust is insane. 🔥 Every crispy without being burnt. Beautifully buttery, fragrant, yet not greasy at all. Crunchy to the last bite!! The center is gorgeously pink, tender, and juicy. Perfectly medium. Surf and Turf is of great value, filet mignon (allegedly of the same quality as above) and plump pieces of lobster, shrimp, and crab leg. The sauce is tasty and not too heavy. I even enjoyed dipping my bread in it. Asparagus side is also wonderful. Robust, fresh, tender, perfectly steamed. Pity that we didn’t have any more space for dessert (esp cheesecake). 🫄Maybe next time! NYC is competitive with many traps as well, but this place still exceeds my expectation, guaranteed delicious. The space is bustling and can be quite loud/crowded/not intimate enough. For us it’s alright, elevated old school decoration without being pretentious. Thank you Edmond and the chefs in the kitchen for making our day
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The Capital Grille is a world renowned upscale fine dining restaurant that offers guests first class service and top quality dishes ranging from steaks, lamb chops, chicken and salmon based meals. In February of 2024, I brought and treated myself and my wife for dinner at Capital Grill, specifically the branch based at the Chrysler Center, to celebrate our Happy Six Year Anniversary!!! We’d like to thank Capital Grill for making our anniversary truly special, and one in which we’ll forever cherish. We were warmly welcomed by the restaurant’s staff and were quickly provided with a very comfortable table. Throughout the evening, the staff graciously acknowledged and wished us a wonderful anniversary and thanked us for celebrating the occasion at Capital Grille. Our server, Corey O treated us with impeccable hospitality and made us feel very welcomed and right at home!!! He was kind, incredibly courteous, superbly addressed all of our inquiries and offered great insight and suggestions on the menu options. In addition to the great service, both my wife and I were impressed with Capital Grille’s elegant settings, especially the dark wood paneled interior, the tall glass windows, and the gorgeous art portraits spread throughout the restaurant. The playing of jazz music and classic hits sung by Billie Holiday & Louis Armstrong were also a great treat and enriched our romantic evening!!! Last, but certainly not least, my wife and I absolutely loved our meals. Everything from the appetizers to the entrees to our dessert was perfectly delicious!!! On a scale of 1 to 10, I would grade our meals a score of “ Infinity & Beyond.” My wife ordered and enjoyed her lamb chop based entree & her spinach side dish, while I ordered and loved my pan seared salmon based entree & my mash potato side dish. Our meals were superbly seasoned, tasty and wonderfully cooked. Our dessert, the Classic Crème Brûlée was simply off the charts and unquestionably delicious!!! We’d like to again thank Capital Grille for making our anniversary celebration truly special, and for providing us with an amazing dining experience!!! It definitely ranks among our favorite restaurants and we highly recommend for everyone to visit and dine at this outstanding steakhouse chain!!!
Greg Harris - 3 months ago

Incredible service, thank you for all the wonderful birthday and anniversary surprises from the chef and team 🥳 This was our personal favorite steak in all of NYC - a true 10/10. Correct temperature, salt and sear, and meat quality - everything was perfect.
Dustin Bell - a month ago

This is a nice place to eat. They called to confirm my reservation the day before. The staff were very warm and welcoming from start to finish. The lovely ladies at the front desk checked our coats. In regards to this, I highly recommend wearing a sweater because it can get chilly for some when you are seated in the back near the windows. Brian was our server. He was very attentive to us. The bread selection was versatile and good. To start, I had the roasted beet and goat cheese salad with crushed pistachios and citrus vinaigrette along with the creamed spinach, shrimp cocktail and seared tenderloin with butter poached lobster tails. My mom had the lobster mac n cheese. I really enjoyed the salad, shrimp cocktail and surf n turf combo. The lobster mac n cheese was okay, but I will say that there are other places that can cook this a little better though. My take on it is that it was a little dry and needed more seasoning. All in all, good food and great service. I hope they reopen the one in FiDi so I can eat there again soon.
Lythia Becht - 6 months ago

I went here last night for my birthday, truly a wonderful experience! The filet mignon was delicious, and the crème brûlée was delectable. The lobster mac and cheese certainly stood out as well!
Elaine Sanchez - 2 months ago

Great upscale dining establishment in the midtown area of New York City. Whether you’re coming here on an important work meeting, meeting friends and family or date, the service is immaculate and the food cooked to perfection. The seafood menu is absolutely amazing Well recommended!
Grenten Dhuli - 5 months ago

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Nice secret bar in Grand Central area. I just have few hours meeting up friend who works near by so it is not a lot of bar around because the area is mostly office. It took me walking 2-3 rounds to find this place but when I got in it was very crowded. No space to sit at that time so my friend and I just stand at the bar. Looks like lot of people don't want to go back home right after work so they just come to hang out here. Drink is good, confirm by my friend who is martini lover :) So I recommended.
Melissa Naja - a year ago

So the menu is more interesting than the food and surprisingly the sushi (crispy salmon roll) was the standout. Nice touch serving salted edamame w drinks. The wine list is ok, tho I'd steer clear of the craft cocktails..too sweet. Nice service, very loud until the after work crowd dissipated a bit.
lisa english - 6 years ago

Only had a drink but it was well made and the bar tender was great. Great ingredients in the drinks made them super tasty!
Eric Thomas - 10 months ago

Solid bar. Basically a bar that is connected to Bobby Van's. Very convenient location right next to Grand Central. Decent draught list and solid cocktails with the prices you would expect for the location (not cheap) . Service was exceptional. We were a large group there during happy hour and all of our drink orders were fulfills in under 3 minutes.
Jason Kapelus - 12 months ago

They have excellent finger foods!
Adati Tarfa - 9 months ago

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Medium sized bagel specialty shop with an extensive menu. I must've spent five minutes just trying to decide what to order. Later I learned that their online menu has pictures, which would have helped a lot. There was a ten minute queue to order but we were able to find seats quickly. The place was full of people tucking into their bagels or deep in conversation so it was a bit hard to hear when my name was called to pick up the food. The bagels, of course, were delicious. I had plain cream cheese on pumpernickel. My companion felt that the toppings on the everything bagel overwhelmed the spread. Recommended for any bagel fan near Grand Central Station which was just around the corner.
J L - 2 months ago

I'll say this to start - if you're looking for a place to get a bagel and sit-down to plan your day, take a meeting, or just not have to eat while walking - Zucker's has a larger-than-normal seating area for NYC inside. It's clean, decent for people watching, and you can sort of hit reset while refuelling. Great bagel selection, and the schmear is tasty and consistent (I highly recommend the jalapeño honey cream cheese on a toasted everything bagel). I've heard people complain about the price of the 'schmear on the side', but if you're wanting to apply it yourself - the price isn't ridiculous as you're getting a great portion. Nothing too negative to say, but it does feel more corporate than Mom and Pop - but I have to give credit for the size of the dining-in area.
Liam Killeen - 2 weeks ago

A perfect stop before a day of exploring. We tried the BEC bagel and a pumpernickel with tomato/garlic spread which were both delicious. My friend got the truffle egg bagel which was unique and yummy as well. The coffee and lattes were on point. Service is at the counter but pretty quick and easy. A cute vibe with window seats to just hangout with a coffee/snack during the rain and people watch!
Amber Lenstrom - 4 months ago

Forgot to bring lunch to the office today so what’s a girl to do? Check out the local eateries of which there are so many competing interests for your green backs 💰 I’ve had their bagels for breakfast but never lunch. Well they didn’t disappoint. First time trying Zucker’s tuna melt on a freshly made garlic bagel, topped off with Swiss cheese and I added a slice of beefsteak tomato. They put the “D” in Deelish on this one! Hand rolled, premium bagels, always fresh, always satisfying. The wait is never too long and the service is with a smile. They’ve made some renovations post COVID and have a wheelchair accessible entrance and dining now which is just awesome! Just shy of $13 bucks was over my lunch budget for some tuna but hey… a Girl’s gotta treat herself every now and then without feeling guilty about it. Like I could have bought 4 cans of tuna on sale for $13 bucks kinda guilt! How blessed are we? Cheers to the good life 🥂
AVERY WHITE - 5 months ago

I'm really disappointed. I'm not sure if it was the staff in the back or what, but this place was a big letdown. A couple of people told me this place was amazing and it wasn't. The bagels were average, maybe even below average for NYC. The sandwiches were missing flavor. And the customer service is not there. One of the sandwiches I ordered was made wrong. I brought it back and politely explained the situation, and I got the meanest look. They made it on the wrong bagel, and when I got it back 10 minutes later, it was the old sandwiche on a new bagel. It was cold and and all messed up. Didn't bother eating it it seemed like they messed with it. Total waste of 70$
keyth brazee - 5 months ago

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Lovely place for breakfast in Madison Avenue! Their coffee is super delicious and always freshly brewed! I love the hazelnut coffee ☕️ as it always has amazing after taste. The place is great for families with children as there’re many options for different breakfast preferences! There is a station for freshly made sandwiches where you can get egg sandwiches A station for prepared hot food, fruits, vegetables, oatmeal and a juicing bar. If you are there don’t miss trying their peanut butter wraps!
Ghada - 10 months ago

We came here when visiting NYC 5 years ago so made a special trip back there. Huge range of items to choose from and you pay by weight, great healthy options, very busy and seems to be popular with local workers. My photo is my mix of guacamole, fish, sesame chicken, cauliflower, broccoli
Judy French - 9 months ago

Nice place! I absolutely recomend it.
cinara vila - 3 months ago

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A party of six of us stopped in here for lunch during a business trip. The hostess did not seem very pleased when we arrived without a reservation but was still able to accommodate us. There were no guests in the restaurant when we arrived however it quickly filled up so I would definitely suggest a reservation. For appetizers we had the Pera Dip Trio, Grilled Spanish Octopus, and Portuguese Fried Calamari. All were excellent! For my main plate I had the Sirloin Shashlik Steak Frites which was marinated, seasoned, and very tender. I also enjoyed the Mediterranean Rose Sangria! The atmosphere is also very nice!
Christy Edwards - 2 months ago

My team of 30 had an amazing time at Pera a few weeks ago. We held an annual team meeting and after wrapping up a day of meetings, we were excited to visit a new restaurant. From the moment we walked in, we were provided a warm welcome and seated in a requested semi private area. The divider provided a slight piece of privacy while still allowing us to be a part of the crowd. The lighting was perfect and then came the best part… the food. We had a prefixed menu and it did not disappoint. Everything was served in sort of a family thanksgiving style. We were passing food around to one another, laughing and although we were peers, it almost felt like we were all a bunch of family members out and enjoying an amazing dinner together. Everything was so delicious. I took a few minutes between talk and laughter to stare at a few managers in the group and they were very happy: As an assistant, I was truly happy to see all the smiles of my peers and I knew we’d made the right decision coming to Pera. The service was nothing short of amazing. We were tended to in a caring way, but also given the proper time to relax and just enjoy our time together. I could hear guests at other tables and there was laughter and great conversations going on, but somehow it didn’t overtake my team’s ability to hear one another. We would definitely go back again! Thank You Pera! Best, Tamara
Tamara Duffin - in the last week

Absolutely delicious-probably the best lamp I’ve ever had. Prices are not bad and service and ambience was excellent. I went on a work lunch and everyone loved their order.
Safi Bi - 3 months ago

Cute place. Food is yummy. Drinks are a bit pricey but that's not unusual for the area. We got there early so I don't know if the staff was quite ready but they were nice all the less.
Erica Guzman - 3 weeks ago

Great service. Generous portions. Enjoyed the last day of restaurant week.
Kassandra Fields - 4 months ago

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