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Pera Mediterranean Brasserie, New York, NY

Pera Mediterranean Brasserie

4.5
4.5
2365 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
Rated a Top 5 Newcomer by Zagat, Pera brings an authentic taste of eastern Mediterranean cuisine to Manhattan.

Pera derives its name from an elegant neighborhood in Istanbul that has served as the melting pot for many cultures and cuisines since the 17th century. Pera features numerous mezes, specially prepared and marinated cuts of grilled meats and seafood, traditional and modern Mediterranean side dishes and regional breads baked a la minute.

Large group accommodations, private dining, special events, catering and delivery services are available. Please email events@peranyc.com.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish, Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:45 am–9:30 pm Sat 11:45 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 878-6301
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Sezai Celikbas
  • Catering
    Fine gourmet catering and chef-for-hire catering is available to your venue of choice.
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of Midtown, just steps away from Grand Central Terminal, Pera offers an array of on-premise private dining options ranging from formal to casual get togethers and whether it be a corporate event or a celebration with friends and family.
  • Private party contact
    Quiara Colon: (212) 878-6306
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Cross street
    41st and 42nd
  • Parking details
    Free street parking is available on Madison Avenue and all side streets after 7PM Monday - Saturday and all day on Sunday. Parking garages are available throughout the neighborhood, with the closest ones being on 41st Street between Park and Lexington Avenues and 39th Street between Park and Madison Avenues.
  • Public transit
    The 4, 5, 6, 7 and S Subway Trains stop at 42nd Street. The M1, M2, M3, M4, M42 and M104 buses stop at East 42nd Street and Madison Avenue.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve in NYC

    Dec 24, 2023 only
    For dinner service, from 4pm - 9pm on Sunday, December 24th, join us to enjoy our regular menu plus Christmas Eve specials featuring Smoked Lamb Tacos ($17), Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail with Marash Sauce ($21), Braised Short Ribs ($38), House Made Vegetarian Gnocchi ($26) and a custardy Banana Cobbler ($14). No preset menu, all dishes are available a la carte.
  • New Year's Eve Early Seating

    $65.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Join us for early seating (8pm or earlier, dinner completion requested by 930pm) on New Year's Eve with Chef's 3-course festive Holiday Menu featuring Sirloin "Shashlik" Frites, Black Truffle Risotto and Wild Striped Bass. Early dinner guests are also welcome to continue the evening at Pera's bar with Live Jazz, party favors and an optional $65 per person Premium Open Bar package from 9pm - 1230am.
  • New Year's Eve Main Seating

    $135.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Join us for our main seating (seating times between 830pm and 1030pm) on New Year's Eve with Chef's 5-course festive Holiday Menu featuring Baby Lamb Chops, Dry-Aged Duck Breast, Black Truffle Risotto and Wild Striped Bass. Live Music by Pera Jazz Trio featuring Chiara Izzi, Midnight Champagne Toast, Party Favors and lots of fun!

What 2,365 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

2,365 Reviews
  1. Anthony

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I nice cozy place. We had the grilled octopus, steak plate, and lamb, and hummus and each plate was made/cooked perfectly and very tasteful, and the Pinot Nior matched perfectly. Great service to match

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  2. NelsonR

    London

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was not worth the $ and not very good. Service was poor . Decor was good. Visited to celebrate daughter’s birthday and all we got was a happy birthday from hostess when we were seated.

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  3. GregShepherd

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lamb chops…chef’s kiss! The ambience was spectacular. Every dish in our party was superb, and the service was outstanding!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and wonderful food. The restaurant is a bit loud but it is part of the spirit. The wait stop was a little aggressive and not politically sensitive to conversation or table expectations

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  5. barneyr

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were a party of 8 but the service was very good as was the food.

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  6. DawnD

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    In general I like Pera and have dined there several times this year. However, I found my latest experience disappointing. Last night I arrived at 5pm expecting to enjoy the happy hour deal before being seated at my reserved table, but a private party had reserved 75% of the bar space. When asked if I could get the happy hour service at my table (there were no other seats at the bar) the manager refused. While the rest of the experience was fine, this was very disappointing and will impact my decisions for future dining in the area.

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  7. Review1

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Extremelly noise Got the worst table when they were many opens

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We didn't see any Turkish dish..don't know how they claimed to be Turkish restaurant?

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  9. DiningDiva

    Tampa

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent cuisine. Nice surroundings However, somewhat loud

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  10. LouLadNY

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and drinks, and excellent service. Also, our server was very knowledgeable about gluten-free options, which was helpful for a member of our party who doesn't eat gluten. (There were quite a few options available.) We'll definitely return here!

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  11. ZainH

    Denver

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! Great portions, and delicious flavor. And a great staff!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our family's Thanksgiving experience at this restaurant was truly memorable. From the moment we stepped in, the high-quality of every dish stood out, many dishes like the cranberry sauce tasted homemade. The ambience of the space contributed greatly to our enjoyment, with tasteful decor and a welcoming atmosphere. However, the music was the only aspect that detracted from the experience, lacking a consistent theme and feeling somewhat disjointed from the setting. Despite this, the meal itself was a remarkable success, and we left with a sense of gratitude for a wonderful thanksgiving meal.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great thanksgiving experience. Great service. Would go back

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Average at best. Convenient location for commuters.

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  15. LaurelK

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Solid spot for midtown location - good before or after a show.

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  16. DonC

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Pera is very good and conveniently located. I've had many nice meals there, for lunch and dinner. This last time I had the grape leaves and grilled octopus, both of which were delicious. The octopus was a little underdone, but still great, especially the accompanying gigante beans.

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  17. Dedicated

    New York Area

    177 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    177 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great location with a nice menu, small selection of wines and great service. Recommended.

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  18. Rosy1111

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great to have this little place so close to Grand Central Station for drinks & apps or for a pleasant dinner. I have been here a few times and like the atmosphere and food, however this night it was quite loud so we sat outdoors. We didn't realize thetraffic noise would be quite so loud, but overall we had a nice evening. A few things that could have been improved: octopus appetizer was a bit small for the price, and the menu could have included a few more gluten free friendly appetizers as well as entrees. I would have loved some GF crackers or veggies for the wonderful baba ganoush and other dips, and a few more choices besides the 2 GF entrees.

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  19. JayneR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was a lovely experience. My friends and I really enjoyed the food and drinks. We shared a bunch of delicious appetizers rather than ordering individual meals and we were quite happy. Ambiance was nice. The only complaint we had is that it was way too noisy and we couldn't hear one another talk.

    2 people found this helpful

  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Good food but be warned about the closeness of tables at lunch.

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  21. LizC

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our firm's business lunch go-to place always delivers.

    1 person found this helpful

  22. JustinM

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Good place but way too noisy for dinner. I would rethink this if it’s a business meal

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  23. ArleneW

    Orlando

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the entire experience! Food was amazing and our waitress was the best!!

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  24. Laurie

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Lunch at 1:00 was very crowded and extremely loud. But I like the food.

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  25. DawnD

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good. Would have liked one more special item on the menu. Great happy hour deal. Good value for the money in general.

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  26. Mark

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Food and Service, Good Atmosphere and environment

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  27. JuanW

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good service but food quality should be better Grilled oct fine but steak frites turquish style was not good - too dry / o er cooked

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  28. live2eat

    Tampa

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pera is located near Grand Central. The Saturday lunch menu was abbreviated. All dishes were excellent. The service was prompt. Prices were aligned with midtown. Even my vegan diner was happy.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience with the restaurant staff and a nice meal overall. Would recommend.

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  30. MaryannC

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere. Very popular. Young and energetic vibe. Quality of food was very good. One of our best dinners on our NYC stay.

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  31. KatieL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was fantastic. We had the muhammara and the fried calamari appetizers and both were flavorful and delicious, and our chicken & steak entrees were perfectly seasoned and cooked. Service was attentive but not intrusive. A wonderful night with our son & his girlfriend.

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  32. WilliamW

    New Mexico

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very tasty Mediterranean spot near Bryant Park. Chicken Shashlik was awesome, wife enjoyed her kale gnocchi. Star of the show was the dip trio.

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  33. Chelsea

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for our anniversary and it was amazing! Right away the matre'd told us happy anniversary and sent over two glasses of champagne for us. They were extremely attentive to all of our needs throughout dinner and I can't rave enough about the food! We even ordered a few dishes to go to have them the next day for lunch. We can't wait to go back! Definitely order the octopus and the pita bread! So simple but so so good!

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  34. JoanneB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Attentive service and nice atmosphere, although a bit loud inside. Food was excellent -- we had the Pera dip trio to start, lamb chop special and kale gnocchi. Everything was prepared perfectly. There was a bit of a lag between appetizer and main dish but acceptable considering how busy it was. Staff helpful, knowledgeable and gracious.

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  35. MargieM

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is awesome! 2 blocks from Grand Central. I had watermelon salad and grilled salmon ( with awesome crispy skin) over butternut squash risotto! Amazing!!! Can’t wait to go back!

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  36. JosephP

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food with a nice atmosphere! Will definitely go back!

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  37. NYfoodie

    New York Area

    259 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    259 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great menu choices Lots of groups at lunch Would return

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  38. RaymondR

    Washington DC

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Paloma (host) was great and very accommodating. Food was exceptional. Great location.

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  39. MC213

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place! My first time here, and the food and service were both very good. It is perhaps a bit loud, but it IS a nice large space... and for something close to Grand Central? I'll certainly be going back.

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  40. SusieK

    Chicago

    83 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for a business lunch and loved it! Very reasonable prices and great service.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Pera Mediterranean Brasserie using the Order Online button. Pera Mediterranean Brasserie also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 878-6301.

Pera Mediterranean Brasserie is rated 4.5 stars by 2365 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Pera Mediterranean Brasserie

303 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10017

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    41st and 42nd
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown East
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:45 am–9:30 pm Sat 11:45 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish, Greek
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free street parking is available on Madison Avenue and all side streets after 7PM Monday - Saturday and all day on Sunday. Parking garages are available throughout the neighborhood, with the closest ones being on 41st Street between Park and Lexington Avenues and 39th Street between Park and Madison Avenues.
  • Public transit
    The 4, 5, 6, 7 and S Subway Trains stop at 42nd Street. The M1, M2, M3, M4, M42 and M104 buses stop at East 42nd Street and Madison Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sezai Celikbas
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 878-6301
  • Catering
    Fine gourmet catering and chef-for-hire catering is available to your venue of choice.
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of Midtown, just steps away from Grand Central Terminal, Pera offers an array of on-premise private dining options ranging from formal to casual get togethers and whether it be a corporate event or a celebration with friends and family.
  • Private party contact
    Quiara Colon: (212) 878-6306
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