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212 Steakhouse, New York, NY
212 Steakhouse, New York, NY
212 Steakhouse, New York, NY
212 Steakhouse, New York, NY
212 Steakhouse, New York, NY

212 Steakhouse

4.4
4.4
1647 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
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212 Steakhouse is the only restaurant serving authentic Japanese Kobe Beef in the East Coast. Head to this chic Midtown East eatery for an unrivaled dining experience featuring authentic Japanese Kobe beef or seafood, complete with fresh salads and delicious sides, fabulous desserts complimented with an extensive wine list from all around the world for affordable prices.

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Halal, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 858-0646
  • Website
    http://212steakhouse.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Asian and Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Kemp
  • Catering
    Please email us at events@212steakhouse.com for more information or visit our website contact page to require more catering information.
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, our venue provides elegance combined with a comfortable charm setting for a memorable wedding and a variety of events. Every detail is carefully crafted by our dedicated top-of-the-line staff & chefs to suit your style and budget to make a wonderful event.
  • Private party contact
    Imran Sajid: (917) 412-5120
  • Location
    316 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Cross street
    53rd Street & 2nd Ave
  • Parking details
    Parking available across the street.
  • Public transit
    E or M stops at Lexington Ave/53 St, <br />4 or 6 stops at 51 St, <br />4, 5 or 6 stops at 59 St.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,647 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

1,647 Reviews

  1. Vindagoat

    Jackson Hole

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Only go to this restaurant if you are interested in Kobe beef, their $250 Kobe Tasting was fantastic while simultaneously overpriced. Otherwise the food was mediocre to bad. All that being said the Kobe was so good I may go back.

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  2. PatrickP

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Excellent steak house with outstanding service. Highly recommend.

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  3. jftennis

    New York Area

    46 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The service was excellent… However, the food was not cooked right first time, and the kitchen had run out of one of the items. The overall food was decent rather than excellent. The drinks are exceptionally overpriced. Be careful if money is any issue and make sure to ask before ordering.

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  4. ZandraP

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The service was the best part of the dinning experience

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  5. Carta

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The lobster bisque was fresh and delicious. While the burger was of good value, server didn't ask how I wanted it cooked, so came out more well done than I hoped. Server was kind and answered my questions. I came at noon, so ambience was calm and quiet. AC got a bit strong for me :)

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  6. MikeL

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    The Kobe beef was ok, not worth the price. The aged steaks, including the wagyu was not good at all. The quality of the beef is subpar. Service was good. The staff was polite and accommodating. I would not recommend this place if food quality is important to you.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience2
    I took my family for lunch the food was good the server very polite, helpful and knows his job. Goin there around lunch or mid afternoon I wudnt recommend because there’s a school on the upper floor which consists of a lot of banging and running. So if you’re on a quiet vibes or hav a meeting then better to go after 4PM.

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  8. Stldiner

    St. Louis

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We found this restaurant on TikTok and flew in from St. Louis, MO to try it and it definitely didn't disappoint. Our sever was super friendly and knowledgeable and we really enjoyed our dining experience. The lobster Mac and cheese was the best I've ever had and getting to try authentic Kobe beef was a great experience.

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  9. LeslieS

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner, was celebrating a birthday. The lobster dynamite was better than I expected. This was the first time I had a Wagyu t bone and it was well worth it.

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  10. DanialM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Halal ribeye was sensational! Staff was very nice and helpful. Service was great. Would definitely come back here again.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This has become an annual tradition, as long as we are in town for my husband's birthday.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Kobe beef was outstanding.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every item we ordered was perfectly prepared. My boyfriend got the 212 Selection had perfect portion sizes for each cut. Wait staff were very attentive and knowledgeable. Will definitely be coming back soon!

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  14. garethb

    Houston

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Food was very average, I expected better for the location and price point.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ignore the price and try the KOBE BEEF. The truffle mashed potatoes were incredible

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Monterrey

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    La comida no es tan buena, pero el personal es muy amable y te hace sentir muy bien en todo momento

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  17. trishanab

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    The host was rude told us we only have 4 mins to Order or we can’t be seated. Felt rushed Food was ok I’ve bin to a few steak houses this wasn’t it

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  18. ladyb

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We had not been there for almost 4 years. Menu items changed - we missed the short ribs. However, the food was just as good. The halibut was done perfectly, the bucatini carbonara was just the right amount of 'cheese', and the lamb chops were done perfectly. The coating on the chops, however was very salty, I scraped it off. I had the sauces that came with the chops put on the side. This worked out very well and both sauces were a great addition to the lamb. The creamed spinach was very different from the past with 'broiled' cheese on top', it was too salty as well. The staff was very attentive and the cocktails were huge and delicious.

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  19. Sumaya

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience3
    It’s my husband and I’s spot! We love coming here on special occasions because they offer halal meat. It’s a great option for Muslims! The food is always great, but this time we went, our main server had the nastiest attitude. When my husband went to ask for the bill, he blatantly passed by him and ignored my husband. Rest be assured, my husband doesn’t speak softly, anyone would have heard him, but he walked past with a rude face on. Once he came to our table to give us the bill, he smacked the receipt for my husband to sign, and rudely walked away after without a goodbye or thank you. My husband tipped him well too, we were so confused as to why his attitude changed, because it was a complete 180 flip. Our other servers had never acted in this way before, we have nothing but great things to say about the Hispanic workers of 212, they’ve always been very veryyyy kind. But this one server left a bad taste in our mouths as we were leaving which kind of ruined all the great fun we had while eating. I don’t think we’ll be coming back for a while, but if we do we definitely will not be served by him.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love the experience , our server was very attentive to us. He came by every 3 minutes to check on us and see how everything was going. The steaks were cooked in the right temperature, that lobster Mac and cheese was heaven , the mashed potatoes were soft , delicious. I can’t wait to come back

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  21. Elizeb

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went for my 20th birthday and got there as soon as it opened our server Alex was great the food was fresh and amazing everything was a 10/10 the lobster mac and cheese is TOO DIE FOR!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excelent food excelent service please try kobe beef, amazing!!!

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  23. Marcos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Top quality Wagyu beef, delicious sides, and impeccable service. Must have the Kobe tasting sampler!

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  24. Care2Dine

    Austin

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    Just a very meh experience overall. I came with a group and we tried a variety of dishes. Overall, we felt nearly everything was lacking seasoning and a lot of the dishes (lobster bisque, potatoes, pan roasted chicken, etc..) were lacking in flavor. The highlight were the filets. The other steak options were good, but you can certainly get better at the same price point (or less). The service was acceptable but minimal and short. It didn’t seem like the waiter wanted to be personable (but maybe that’s the vibe there?). Also, the music choices were all over the place. We had a nice night but wouldn’t likely return.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had a GREAT time dining here. The porterhouse was to die for, the steak just melts in your mouth. They had better tasting side dishes then most steakhouse I’ve visited. And the service was just amazing, I felt so welcomed and comfortable.I always see this restaurant on tiktok and had to try it out!! From the unbelievable delicious food to laughs and jokes with the server, I would definitely recommend this hidden gem to anyone !!!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Horrible- did not expect that from a good rated restaurant- drove an hour and 1/2 to experience this! Food wasn’t great, service was horrible

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  27. doctora

    New York Area

    41 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The Kobe Sampler is expensive but unbelievably delicious!

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  28. Martin

    Miami

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Meat is OK but nothing extraordinary and definitely not worth the cost. Would choose a different place to get better meat for the price.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience!! Food, decor and service were amazing!

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’m still thinking about the Kobe beef … literal heaven on earth

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  31. Stef

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing from food to service. Came for my birthday, we had sifted through a lot of steakhouses but quickly realized this was our best option yet. Very glad we went with this choice as it did not disappoint and honestly the food was great but what made it phenomenal was our server and I wish I could’ve gotten his name.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience5
    Bit disappointed with the steak. Porter house was dry and chewy. Asked for med rare but for some reason only one side was medium rare. The other was med to well done. Gratin and creamed spinach were good. Service was excellent. Not coming back though.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing place to visit, great service, great food attentive staff. Alex was the best

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  34. Naysa

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alex was amazing and gave wonderful suggestions on the wine as well as the food.

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  35. Nicole

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved it! Our waiter was so attentive and kind. Very helpful with all our allergies and dietary restrictions. We were at the restaurant for almost 3 hours but it was an incredible experience. Will certainly be back as we live in the neighborhood. Glad we finally tried it out!

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  36. KeyannahL

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My waiter was the absolute best! Thank you for a great experience.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Toledo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waiter was phenomenal in providing service. Great wine recommendations as well

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  38. QinL

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    This is my favorite steakhouse in the city. I appreciate the usual quiet ambience, the amazing quality of the food, and good service. Unfortunately, the experience was not the best this time around. I imagine the steakhouse is becoming more popular as the place was quite full, and the music was very loud- much louder than the usual quiet ambience I would have appreciated more. We had to wait about 20 minutes despite having reservations, which ultimately was not a big deal, but the hostess also showed an unfavorable attitude. Will I come back to 212? Absolutely. But the experience could definitely have been better.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Monterrey

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our anniversary, the service could not be better and the food was amazing! We decided to give it a try last minute and it was totally worth it! I am definitely going back on my next visit to NYC and recommend it to all my friends.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    Was served the wrong meat, ended up waiting 45mins for the food

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

212 Steakhouse does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. 212 Steakhouse also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 858-0646.

212 Steakhouse is rated 4.4 stars by 1647 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for 212 Steakhouse

316 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022

Additional information

  • Cross street
    53rd Street &amp; 2nd Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Hours of operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Halal, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking available across the street.
  • Public transit
    E or M stops at Lexington Ave/53 St, 4 or 6 stops at 51 St, 4, 5 or 6 stops at 59 St.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Asian and Pacific Islander, Middle Eastern
  • Executive chef
    Ryan Kemp
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://212steakhouse.com/
  • Phone number
    (212) 858-0646
  • Catering
    Please email us at events@212steakhouse.com for more information or visit our website contact page to require more catering information.
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, our venue provides elegance combined with a comfortable charm setting for a memorable wedding and a variety of events. Every detail is carefully crafted by our dedicated top-of-the-line staff & chefs to suit your style and budget to make a wonderful event.
  • Private party contact
    Imran Sajid: (917) 412-5120

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