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American Brass

4.7
4.7
509 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
A waterfront restaurant with a relaxed, upscale setting, American Brass is a New American restaurant with a local focus. Chef Kevin McGinley, formerly of Michelin Star restaurant Bátard, serves every dish with fanatical attention to flavor and detail. Located directly across from the historically preserved Long Island City Gantries, we are inspired to look to the future with our sustainable practices. Long Island City is fortunate to have many excellent breweries, and they are featured exclusively on our beer list. New York farms play a dominant role in sourcing our proteins and filling our pantry. Designed by Molly Elizabeth, the chic space features seating for up to 140 guests inside and 100 guests outdoors with a view of Manhattan and Gantry State Park. American Brass is brought to you by the management team from Maiella restaurant.

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Steakhouse, Seafood

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (718) 806-1106

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Kevin McGinley

  • Private party facilities

    American Brass is happy to host your private event in our gorgeous main dining room that can be partitioned depending on party size. Please inquire through our website, and our event manager will provide you with all details.

  • Neighborhood

    Long Island City

  • Cross street

    Center blvd and 49th ave

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    American Brass is conveniently located just two blocks from the Vernon/Jackson 7 train stop.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 509 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    My wife and I had a great dining experience. The manager working on 2/15 was fantastic. The food was also amazing.
  2. Gianina

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went to celebrate Valentine's Day with my boyfriend. They offered a pre-fixed menu and the food and the drinks were exquisite. They had a jazz band playing romantic music. It gave a nice touch for the occasion. The staff were very attentive and friendly. At checkout, the restaurant gave roses and chocolates to the couples. It was a nice and romantic gesture.
  3. AdlinP

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    small details: no candle on table we had to ask for one, no bread offered.
  4. LeahP

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I celebrated Valentine’s Day at American Brass and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. The restaurant was set up so nicely with candles and red tablecloths. The menus had sweet quotes written on them! The food was absolutely delicious and so were the drinks! The staff was amazing (as always). The waiters were so attentive and friendly. The hostess, Liz, is wonderful. She is always so kind, friendly and makes sure that all guests are taken care of. If you want an amazing dining experience, American Brass is the place to try!
  5. GretaAM

    New York Area

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A truly special Valentine’s dinner for two. The ambience is warm and inviting. The live music was at a perfect volume. Even as the restaurant filled, I never felt we had to yell to be heard. Our server was wonderful- ask for Nix. And the dinner was absolutely delicious- the pork chop was thick and juicy. My husband’s steak was so tender. We’ve eaten here several times and although we live in Manhattan, it is a fairly easy trek over to Long Island City. The view is stunning. Enjoy.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I came here for Birthday dinner with 10 other girls. Service was on point. Made birthday celebration really special with top service. Food was great with affordable price. Would definitely comeback.
  7. Sheenmay

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Top notch food, everything was nicely done. Atmosphere was great - I was able to have conversations at a large table and still hear everything.
  8. MichelleL

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, beautiful interior, and wonderful service. American Brass is a new favorite!
  9. AnitraR

    Montreal

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service! Food was good and it was my husbands birthday and the staff really made it special for him
  10. Antamayde

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went there to celebrate a birthday and they went above and beyond. Simple touches made the night special and memorable. Simple flavorful dishes, great experience. I would return again
  11. wxyzhao

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Highly recommend!
  12. Linderf

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Really tasty dishes and outstanding views
  13. Benny

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding night. My wife and I had a great time. Delicious food. And jazz was amazing!! Our server, Nix N was great!!!! Will be back as always.
  14. AdamW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic meal with attentive, friendly staff, short waits for dishes to arrive, and a comfortable atmosphere. My wife and I couldn’t find fault with a single menu item, not even an improvised mocktail. While somewhat pricey, the quality present in every factor brightened our evening. We will return, and will encourage others to visit.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Miami

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite restaurants in LIC
  16. RudyT

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Came here for a birthday celebration and would easily go back. Appreciated the custom menus with name of birthday person to card and flowers at the table. Everything we ordered was delicious from a the salad to pork belly. The waiter gave us complimentary dessert and after dinner drinks. I am already planning my next visit!
  17. kelsey

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service, and overall experience. Had the short rib pasta and burger, focaccia appetizer, and the chocolate raspberry tart. They really made us feel special on our anniversary! Definitely a great place for a special occasion.
  18. lenab

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just one word. AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!
  19. MassielE

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the most amazing experience there! Service was 20/10 and food was to die for!
  20. NessaNYC

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dads 70th birthday!
  21. Klaudia

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolute amazing experience!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for restaurant week and the menu was beautifully crafted, 3 course meal for $45. The salmon starter was like no other, and the parpadelle was absolutely delicious, the dessert was homemade brownie with golden salted caramel bites, also homemade. Chris, chef, came out to say hello and made the experience that more memorable. Liz and staff are always welcoming and professional. Brass makes for a wonderful date spot, or even work dinner. Highly recommend and will be going back soon!
  23. Kayla

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve enjoyed American Brass every time we’ve eaten there but most recently we went for our anniversary and they made it to special!
  24. Blackbird20

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Truly a great place to make a special occasion even more special! They went above and beyond for my stepfather's birthday!
  25. Foodie

    New York Area

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb service. The food was delicious and it was nice to have live jazz music.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had the best dinner here, beautiful city views right on the waterfront!! All the dishes, especially the cavatelli and salmon tartare, we ordered were delicious — just really well-made and thoughtful. Would definitely come again for a date night or another special occasion.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful date night at this gorgeous waterfront restaurant! Best dinner I've had in LIC- the roast chicken was perfectly moist and the short rib cavatelli was unique and comforting. We started with the salmon tartare, which was a delicious light option, and finished with the chocolate raspberry tart which was so rich and yummy! Their vesper martinis are also awesome! Have had great experiences at brunch and for special events as well
  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great. Name printed menu was a great touch that my girlfriend loved
  29. AlinaB

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very delighted with how the restaurant treated us and celebrated my partner’s birthday.
  30. RC1954

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have eaten at American Brass quite a number of times and the service, food and ambience are always excellent
  31. Karen525

    London

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The team went above and beyond to make my mother-in-law's birthday a very special occasion - and we had never been there before! They made a personalized menu for her and she was really touched. Jose was our server and he was energetic, helpful, kind and efficient. Food was great - if you go to brunch, start with the pastry basket - warm croissants, chocolate muffins and biscuits with butter. The fried chicken sandwich was outrageous - crispy and flavorful with just the right dressing, pickles and slaw. Equally good was the burger and both were accompanied by mountains of hot and thin French fries. Salmon Benedict, served on perfectly crisp potato pancakes, was really good. And of course, the team surprised my MIL with a complimentary delicious dessert - a slice of excellent carrot cake and vanilla gelato topped with a candle. The two hostesses then presented MIL with a single, long-stemmed rose. She felt very pampered and it was a perfect way to celebrate her birthday. Thank you, AB Team! We will be back.
  32. GiuseppeC

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time dining at American Brass I enjoyed the food very much.
  33. MaiPear

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had such a wonderful experience at American Brass last night. When making the reservation, I noted that the occasion was for a birthday and they went above and beyond from there. My menu was personalized with HBD wishes, the table was decorated, we received a complimentary birthday dessert + little dessert bites to go, and they topped it all off with a beautiful red rose as we were departing. On top of this special treatment, our entire wait staff was fantastic. Extremely attentive, warm, and friendly. Our waitress completely sold me with her description of the Atlantic cod dish (which was scrumptious), and my boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed the ricotta cavatelli. Finally, the ambiance was perfect with comfortable seating, stunning views of the city skyline, and great background music. I 1000% recommend American Brass.
  34. Guillaume

    Los Angeles

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We went there for te new year eve dinner. Menu was great and very tasty. Special mention to the lobster tagliatelle, very tasty and well prepared. Attentive staff, good food and great atmosphere, what else to have a good evening.
  35. americoe

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    New year dinner
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    They were absolutely wonderful! Made us a special table for our anniversary.
  37. JozefS

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely live jazz, superb three course price fixe, and excellent service. Highly recommended.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came here with my boyfriend and had absolutely no complaints. The service was great, the food was spectacular. It was a great experience. I love the ambiance here and the lack of pressure to just have some casual dining. We left SO full, but that’s only because we had desert. Recommending the gnocchi & steak tartare specifically. Drinks are STRONG!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent and the owner was so kind.
  40. LeahP

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There are not enough words to describe how amazing this place is!!! My husband and I took my mother in law to celebrate her birthday and we had a magnificent experience. Liz is the most genuine and kind hostess one could hope for. The food was delicious and the cocktails perfectly crafted. Hands down best restaurant in Long Island City!!!

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
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

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

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from American Brass using the Order Online button. American Brass also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 806-1106.

American Brass is rated 4.7 stars by 509 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for American Brass

2-01 50th ave, New York, NY 11101

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Center blvd and 49th ave

  • Neighborhood

    Long Island City

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Steakhouse, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    American Brass is conveniently located just two blocks from the Vernon/Jackson 7 train stop.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Kevin McGinley

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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