The National Bar & Dining RoomsGreat spotPerfect for a business meeting but also cute enough for a date. Great food, nice French/1920s ambiance.4/29/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat Food and Great ServiceTook some co-workers here for dinner and had a great experience. We arrived at different times so some of us were waiting at the bar (where they make an excellent lemon drop martini) and as the rest of the group arrived, we were told our table was ready but no need to rush; just let them know when we were ready. The service from the Maitre d to the server to the bartender was impeccable. The food selection was nice; a lot of very different things to choose from. We all had different entrees and desserts and they were all simply wonderful. Their take on the wedge salad was just outstanding as well. Will definitely recommend and will return.4/29/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was very good. TheThe food was very good. The service was very good. The special app, scallops, was a great pick.
Do not order their coffee or espresso. The cookie plate was a nice finish to a good meal.4/27/2013 12:00:00 AMThe National was superb.The National was superb. Comfortable atmosphere, attentive service, great location. The food was outstanding. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who appreciates truly wonderful food. Chef Geoffrey Zakarian is a brilliant artist, and our experience at The National is one that we will never forget.4/21/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent burger. A littleExcellent burger. A little to noisy for me BUT a very nice place.4/9/2013 12:00:00 AMJust so glad this place isJust so glad this place is there in a neighborhood otherwise void of GREAT dining options...4/4/2013 12:00:00 AMI was staying at the hotelI was staying at the hotel and had in-room dining the night before while I was working in my room and then lunch with business associates the next day. The braised short ribs were incredible. Just perfect. As was the polenta. We also all loved our lunch, especially the side order of brussels sprouts. Delicious.4/4/2013 12:00:00 AMThe Chocolate mousse, is to die forI need to start with this phrase: The Chocolate mousse, is to die for!!! A great place to go before our play. Great food and cocktails. The waitress was a little off but it was the start of the evening so I can understand. 2nd time there and not my last...4/3/2013 12:00:00 AMJust so loud! we were a partyJust so loud! we were a party of two so it was tolerable. Could never have worked with more than 2.4/2/2013 12:00:00 AMWarm and welcomingThe atmosphere is old world NYC, the service is friendly and efficient, the food was not spectacular, but very good. I try to eat here whenever I am in NYC anD it does not disappoint. The creamy polenta WAS spectacular, but skip the shaved truffles. It,s plenty good without them. The waiter was excellent, very welcoming. All in all, highly recommended.3/31/2013 12:00:00 AMLovely spot for Easter brunch.Lovely spot for Easter brunch. Excellent food, great midtown location. Will return.3/31/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat food, beautiful restaurant.Visiting on Vacation, went to The National on a Friday evening. Beef shank was to die for! Drinks were overpriced for their content. Waiter was very distracted-service stArted out great and went downhill throughout our visit. I was in the service industry for 17 years and am very aware of how important that aspect of the dining experience is. Beautiful atmosphere!3/29/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat American fare in Midtown.Great American fare in Midtown. Service was good and atmosphere was very energetic. It was a little bit loud though.3/26/2013 12:00:00 AMService was great. Food wasService was great. Food was good but a bit too salty. If you are sensitive it would be a good idea to request them to season lightly.3/25/2013 12:00:00 AMChicken & Salmon salad wereChicken & Salmon salad were delicious and perfectly cooked. Waiter also suggested brussel sprouts which were delicious. Service was great.3/25/2013 12:00:00 AMWe always enjoy finding FoodWe always enjoy finding Food Network Stars' restaurants. We were so excited to see The National right down Lexington from our hotel. We stopped in for dessert and everything was fantastic! Servers were nice and professional. The desserts were beautifully presented and were delicious!3/23/2013 12:00:00 AMVery Memorable dinnerEverything was stellar. Every bite was delicious. The service was impeccable and personal. It will never be forgotten.3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMHigh energy hotel diningBasic menu, but served with intelligence and grace. Pork chops are excellent.3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMFound this a great place forFound this a great place for breakfast and lunch business meetings.3/20/2013 12:00:00 AMFood and wine were great.Food and wine were great. Service was very good. Only negative is they sat us at a table right next to bar area where at one point, one of my dining buddies had a group of guys who were visiting the bar area standing almost on top of him.3/20/2013 12:00:00 AMGood food and drinks in aGood food and drinks in a part of town where that can be lacking.3/13/2013 12:00:00 AMVery professional service.Very professional service. My guests were 20 minutes late for our business lunch, but the restaurant staff remained courteous, patient. Would easily recommend.3/13/2013 12:00:00 AMFood was quite nice. Not aFood was quite nice. Not a quite place during lunch time.3/13/2013 12:00:00 AMSunday DelightThird time for breakfast with friends who had never been before. We are a group whose members each enjoy very different food items yet the National completely satisfied each of us. From oatmeal to bagel with lox, from sandwich croissant with meat to simple eggs and toast, wonderful selection, execution and flavors. The coffee - we could have sipped for hours it was so very delicious. We met friends there we hadn't seen in years. Our conversations went on and on we'll after our meal was finished yet we never felt the slightest bit rushed. The check came only when we requested it. Truly enjoyable to have our meal and chat-time on a busy Sunday morning be uninterrupted. Just a wonderful place to return to again and again!3/10/2013 12:00:00 AMBest oysters ever, ugly burgerBest oysters ever, ugly burger was tremendous and the Brussel sprouts were second to none...one of our favorite meals while in NYC!!12/26/2012 12:00:00 AMGreat option for businessGreat option for business breakfast and lunch in midtown.1/1/0001 4:00:00 PM