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The Writing Room, New York, NY

The Writing Room

4.2
4.2
777 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
1703 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10128

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Upper East Side restaurateurs Michael & Susy Glick offer you their one of a kind experience in Regional American cuisine at The Writing Room. Five years after opening Parlor Steak & Fish on 3rd Ave at 90th, The Writing Room opens its doors in the same location as the iconic Elaine's. The Writing Room is a tribute to its predecessor while at the same time aiming to blaze its own trail with its combination of cozy and inviting decor, attentive service and a stellar and inventive menu. Offering cuisines that represent classic New England seafood to comforting Southern barbecue, it will have you planning your next visit to The Writing Room before you've completed this one. The Writing Room also offers a private dining room quaintly referred to as The Study. We look forward to welcoming you.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Sunday: 4:00PM - 10:00PM Monday: 4:00PM - 10:00PM Tuesday-Thursday: 4:00PM - 10:30PM Friday & Saturday: 4:00PM - 11:00PM Brunch: Saturday- Sunday: 11:00AM - 3:30PM
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Laarhoven
  • Private party facilities
    THE WRITING ROOM, IS A GREAT VENUE TO HOST NUMEROUS TYPES OF PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE EVENTS.Our STUDY, a highly sought after location for dining, converts easily into a private venue that can seat up to 40 persons comfortably. The room is equipped with a 55″ LED Screen that allows “airplay” of any image or program from any laptop. All television or sports programs along with digital media can be played in full surround sound. From a business meeting to a celebration event or a quiet meeting to a music filled party, The Study will be a smash hit. Our MAIN DINING ROOM, can also be converted into a larger event space, seating up to 80 persons. At The Writing Room, we can assure your event will be a great success, with amazing cuisine, impeccable service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.Please visit http://www.thewritingroomnyc.com/private-events/ for more information and to send us an inquiry!
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    88th Street
  • Parking details
    The Lexington Avenue Subway stop (being served by the 4, 5 & 6 lines) is located approximately 3 blocks away with the closest stop being at 86th Street & Lexington Avenue. The M15 Bus Line Serves the Southbound 2nd Avenue between 126th Street and South Ferry with the closest stop being at 88th Street within one (1) block from the our front door.
  • Public transit
    86th Street stop off the 4, 5, 6. (3 blocks away)86th Street stop off the Q. (1.5 blocks away_ The M15 Bus Line Serves the Southbound 2nd Avenue between 126th Street and South Ferry with the closest stop being at 88th Street within one (1) block from the our front door.
  • Entertainment
    TVs in bar and dining room for major sporting events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 777 people are saying

The Writing Room reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 2.7Value

NoiseEnergetic

777 Reviews
  1. josh13

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 27, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    very good food, nice atmosphere -- good neighborhood place

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 25, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome. Thanks

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  3. Matt

    New York City43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service with quality food. Was reasonably priced. Nice ambiance as well.

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  4. SamanthaP

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 15, 2018

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Came accidentally during the World Cup for brunch. Had the tv playing over the speakers. Was very loud. Service was slow but food was very good. Came because it seemed like a cozy place to have brunch but felt like a sports bar. Would possibly come again if they didn’t have sports playing loudly

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  5. HappyHairstan

    New York City27 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 15, 2018

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    No reason to go back.

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  6. HeidiM VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 14, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Always delicious and great service!

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 11, 2018

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Early dinner. The chopped salad was soggy & uninspired. Service was very good.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 11, 2018

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Think it’s really popular place in NY, a lot of people, a little bit noisy, but I was alone, so, didn’t suffer from not hearing my partner) Food is good, just a little bit dissatisfied that during the booking I asked the table with soft chair but got a different one)

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 8, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesomeee food and environment

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  10. EliseR

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 8, 2018

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the vegetable mezze and was in heaven!! The dish was simple but really healthy and delicious. I will definitely be going back. I liked the space but I think it could use more themed decor.

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The Writing Room is rated 4.2 stars by 777 OpenTable diners.

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1703 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10128

Additional information

  • Cross street
    88th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Sunday: 4:00PM - 10:00PM Monday: 4:00PM - 10:00PM Tuesday-Thursday: 4:00PM - 10:30PM Friday & Saturday: 4:00PM - 11:00PM Brunch: Saturday- Sunday: 11:00AM - 3:30PM
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Mediterranean, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The Lexington Avenue Subway stop (being served by the 4, 5 & 6 lines) is located approximately 3 blocks away with the closest stop being at 86th Street & Lexington Avenue. The M15 Bus Line Serves the Southbound 2nd Avenue between 126th Street and South Ferry with the closest stop being at 88th Street within one (1) block from the our front door.
  • Public transit
    86th Street stop off the 4, 5, 6. (3 blocks away)86th Street stop off the Q. (1.5 blocks away_ The M15 Bus Line Serves the Southbound 2nd Avenue between 126th Street and South Ferry with the closest stop being at 88th Street within one (1) block from the our front door.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Laarhoven
  • Entertainment
    TVs in bar and dining room for major sporting events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    THE WRITING ROOM, IS A GREAT VENUE TO HOST NUMEROUS TYPES OF PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE EVENTS.Our STUDY, a highly sought after location for dining, converts easily into a private venue that can seat up to 40 persons comfortably. The room is equipped with a 55″ LED Screen that allows “airplay” of any image or program from any laptop. All television or sports programs along with digital media can be played in full surround sound. From a business meeting to a celebration event or a quiet meeting to a music filled party, The Study will be a smash hit. Our MAIN DINING ROOM, can also be converted into a larger event space, seating up to 80 persons. At The Writing Room, we can assure your event will be a great success, with amazing cuisine, impeccable service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.Please visit http://www.thewritingroomnyc.com/private-events/ for more information and to send us an inquiry!
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