How is Hancock St. restaurant rated?

Hancock St.

4.6 (61)

$50 and over

American

257 Sixth Avenue, New York, NY 10014

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Romantic
Good for special occasions

A neighborhood restaurant by John McDonald with Chef Ryan Schmidtberger designed by Serge Becker. Hancock St offers an elevated contemporary take on New American cuisine in the setting of an intimate old school supper club atmosphere indoors.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Bistro, Meat
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 645-0193
Website
https://www.hancockst.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ryan Schmidtberger
Private party facilities
We offer a variety of options for large party reservations of 10 or more.

Location
257 Sixth Avenue, New York, NY 10014
Neighborhood
SoHo
Cross street
257 6th Ave
Parking details
Closest parking garages are located on 97 Charles street and at 350 Bleecker street.
Public transit
A/C/E @ West 4th StreetB/D/F/M @ West 4th Street1 @ Houston Street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 61 people are saying

Hancock St. reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

61 Reviews

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AABMTNY VIP
New York City78 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 20, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Limited menu. Waitress unable to answer questions entrees, how prepared, sharing. Food somewhat tasteless including spatzel which we were looking forward to. Disappointing.
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drtrouble
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were there on the 23rd (highly recommend the day before Christmas Eve) in time for the last part of happy hour and enjoyed a flight of excellent wines and the cocktail of the day also excellent. Then we had a lovely dinner of tasty dishes from crudo & tartare, perfectly cooked duck breast and pasta and a fun finish with donuts that were like small bombolonis - it was an omnivore’s delight.
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PaigeR
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent and unique. Highly recommend - I plan on returning.
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MaryM VIP
New York City15 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always have a great experience at Hancock - outstanding food and service.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is amazing, especially the salmon sashimi, squid ink linguine, oysters!!!! Ambiance is beautiful. Not noisy but close to all the action. Service is impeccable. The host that works the door Sunday evenings is absolutely the most gracious and professional. A++++
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OpenTable Diner
New York City2 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 10, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
My girlfriend and I had gotten there late for brunch, it was already happy hour. The gentleman at the door was polite and sat us down. He also kindly told us that brunch was almost over, Which we totally understood. As we are waiting for someone to come by and take our order My girlfriend starts feeling extremely uncomfortable because she had noticed the staff was whispering about us. All of a sudden I guess they noticed they weren’t being so subtle and a bald man with glasses awkwardly approaches the table very passive aggressive to tell us we look better sitting from the other side of the table and that brunch was already over. ( I cringed ) … at that point there was nothing that could be done to safe this unpleasant exchange of words. The server was ok but also rude. Although I have to say, the food was incredible Indeed enjoyed the dishes. But the service was mediocre at best and that awkward situation with whom I assume had to be the manager since when I asked if I could order he heard me and said he wasn’t … just walked away. I am not new to the service industry I’ve dined all over NYC from Jean George’s, to Masa, Nobu, Katsuya, you name it, even Lure fish Bar, Bar tulix and even Bowery Meat Company which are all owned John McDonald who happens to own Mercer Street Hospitality Founder. I’ve also worked in the hospitality industry and this has probably been the worse experience I’ve had yet to endure at a Mercer Street Hospitality Establishment. Hope this helps !!!
2 people found this helpful
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OpenTable Diner VIP
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
giving the food 4 star only because we only had apps but they were great. we didnt try entrees.
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CityGirlDoesItAgain VIP
New York City65 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and beverages. Attentive wait staff. Great management. Always a pleasure to dine here.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This isn’t my first time here but I’m always awed each time I return. The food is consistently great! Same for the staff! Great atmosphere indoors and out. Open air! I look forward to my next visit.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the best experience - service is amazing.
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Hancock St. is rated 4.6 stars by 61 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

257 Sixth Avenue, New York, NY 10014

Additional information

Cross street
257 6th Ave
Neighborhood
SoHo
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Bistro, Meat
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Closest parking garages are located on 97 Charles street and at 350 Bleecker street.
Public transit
A/C/E @ West 4th StreetB/D/F/M @ West 4th Street1 @ Houston Street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ryan Schmidtberger
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.hancockst.com/
Phone number
(212) 645-0193
Private party facilities
We offer a variety of options for large party reservations of 10 or more.