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Dinner at Joe Allen, ask for table seven. - Joe Allen, New York, NY

Joe Allen

4.7 (4865)
$31 to $50
American
326 W. 46th St., New York, NY 10036

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Lively
We take reservations starting one week in advance of your desired date--seven days in advance, starting at 11 AM online and over the phone. And with Broadway's staggered start times, things get tricky, so if your desired time is unavailable online, please give us a call; we hold a certain number of tables for phone reservations only. For parties of six or more, please call the restaurant directly.

Because of staggered theater times we can only guarantee reservations made online for one-and-a-half hours for parties of two, and two hours for parties of three or more. Apologies, but we don't reserve tables "only for drinks."

For reservations after theater, please check your show's running time on our website.

Since 1965, Joe Allen has been a quintessential New York restaurant serving a classic American menu in the heart of the Theater District. Just two blocks from Times Square, it has been a favorite of Broadway performers, locals, and tourists for almost 50 years.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Wed, Sat 11:30 am–11:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 581-6464 ext. 1
  • Website
    http://www.joeallenrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Victor Flores
  • Location
    326 W. 46th St., New York, NY 10036
  • Neighborhood
    Theater District
  • Cross street
    46th St. between 8th Ave. & 9th Ave.
  • Parking details
    Although we have no affiliation, there is a parking lot across the street from us on 46th.
  • Public transit
    Located within walking distance from all trains at Times Square.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 4,865 people are saying

Joe Allen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Joe Allen is a beloved NYC institution, perfect for theater-goers with its "great atmosphere," "delicious food," and "friendly, attentive staff." Known for "amazing service" and "excellent pre-theater dining," it offers a cozy vibe and classic American bistro fare. A must-visit for a quintessential New York experience.
4,865 Reviews

  1. Jill

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was attentive and both food and drinks arrived expeditiously. The meal we both had with the shrimp and noodles was phenomenal! We love this classic New York City spot near broadway!

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  2. Harry VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite place on restaurant row. Always a happy time. Love the vibe, the food, the service.

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  3. Frank

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Joe Allen’s never disappoints. Our recent visit was no exception—Hannah was an exceptional waitress: warm, attentive, and efficient. The food was wonderful, and the atmosphere, energized by a lively and appreciative audience, made the evening feel quintessentially New York. Joe Allen’s remains a true staple for longtime New Yorkers—a place you can always count on for consistency, charm, and a classic dining experience

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  4. Theresa

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Joe Allen. They are always reliable- food is delicious, service is friendly and professional, close to the theatre district.

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  5. Kate

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. The staff are super seasoned and know how to do their jobs incredibly well. Terrific pre-theatre spot! Excellent food.

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  6. Adele

    Unspecified2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was so disappointing. Burnt fries and a burger that was really basic. We would have had better at Shake Shack. The waiter asked if everything was ok with our meal. I politely said that it wasn’t ..showed them burnt fries etc. In a good restaurant, they would offer to replace the fries at the very least but not here. Do yourself a favour and dine elsewhere.

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  7. Richard VIP

    Anchorage / Alaska5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very pleasant late supper. I hadn’t been to Joe Allen in years but it very good.

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  8. Stavros

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always dine at Joe Allen’s when I come to NYC. The host is always accommodating, the atmosphere jovial and food is very good!

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  9. Ivette

    Atlanta27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Catching up with an old friend. Food and service was amazing. They didn’t rush us to get up would definitely come again.

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  10. Robert VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Opentable indicated the restaurant as fully booked until 9:30 but when got there they said not true as Sunday is a slow night. Why does Opentable give wrong information?

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FAQs

Joe Allen is rated 4.7 stars by 4865 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Joe Allen

326 W. 46th St., New York, NY 10036

Additional information

  • Cross street
    46th St. between 8th Ave. & 9th Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Theater District
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Wed, Sat 11:30 am–11:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Although we have no affiliation, there is a parking lot across the street from us on 46th.
  • Public transit
    Located within walking distance from all trains at Times Square.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Victor Flores
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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