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Sessions - Sessions, New York, NY

Sessions

4.3
4.3
51 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
Sessions Restaurant & Bar represents the soundtrack of the city with farm-fresh all-day dining, art, and music memorabilia. Located on the main level this light-filled atrium offers live, unplugged musical performances and an open-air terrace that evokes the energy of New York City.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 11 times today

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Theater District / Times Square
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 51 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

51 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I wish I remembered our waiters name- he was so attentive without being overbearing. Overall positive experience. The Messi Chicken Sandwich was so good!

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  2. RosemaryJ

    Cambridge

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Server was attentive. Unfortunately when our food arrived my partners food was cold. Server took away but took such a long time for meal to arrive back I had finished my meal before his arrived. At our behest small discount given on bill. A shame as the food was nice.

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  3. Tom1026

    Philadelphia

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food …a bit pricy for a lunch but it IS NYC! The service was good. We did the Messi chicken sandwiches and they were very tasty.

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  4. Broadwaylover

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience2
    First, the service was extremely slow. The food was average, the prices were high. The noise level inside was deafening. We ate outdoors and had to ask them to turn down the volume on the speakers. We will not return.

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  5. MarkD

    Belgium

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    What a beautiful place! And the food is very good, as I've come to expect and the staff very polite and friendly, helpful and welcoming. You could either dine indoors with live music of - as we selected - outdoors with (much softer ambient) music. It is always a pleasure to visit HR places. They never fail to meet my expectations. Recommended!

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  6. Luigi

    Montreal

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience4
    Food was undercooked and cold. Service was slow. Live music was great.

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  7. IdiseS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    The food was very good. I had the short rib which was tender and tasty. My only complaint was that it wasn't very hot.

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  8. ChuckV

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great outdoor casual dinner in the hotel. Food and service were superb. Very fair pricing as well.

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  9. jess33

    West Palm Beach

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience3
    Worst burger ever over priced dried out stale Bad

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  10. JoseM

    Fort Lauderdale

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went at the last minute and quickly, because we had a Broadway show. The salonero helped us receive our order and counts as soon as possible. We hope to return and be able to taste more dishes from your menu.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful place to relax and unwind, listen to good music

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  12. Twins

    Sacramento

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply amazing… The food the people the service the hotel is the most amazing hotel I’ve ever stayed at me and my twin sister had the best time of our lives. We are now back in California, but we will be back again as soon as we can because I now love New York.❤️🌹👯‍♀️🎶

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  13. LoriG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Stayed at the new hard rock hotel. This is the restaurant at the hotel. Good food. Priced for midtown/Times Square area. Hotel is beautiful rooms are great. Everything is clean.

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  14. HeatherF

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Breakfast menu was very basic for the price. Taste was no better than an average place. Not worth it.

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  15. JackieK

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    Location is in core of the hotel. Relaxing dinner will not happen. Across the open staircase, was a couple sitting at a table, with their kids at a different table playing flip the water bottle on the table. Thump, laugh, thump yell, thump high five. Again, a relaxing dinner will not happen here. Took a long time for server to take our drink order. Took even longer to receive the drinks. Ordered food at time of drink order as we were on a time crunch. Literally did not take one sip of my cocktail, and the soup appetizer was delivered. Beautiful presentation, taste was good, but it was cold. Waited a long time for replacement soup. It finally arrived. I barely finished the soup, and the entrees were delivered, and they were barely lukewarm. The taste was good, but we needed to be somewhere, so we kept the lukewarm food. I can think of many more places to spend a couple of hundred dollars.

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  16. StephenA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service wait staff is fantastic, food quality 5 star, we totally enjoyed our vusit

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  17. MichaelS

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We were looking for a place close to the James Earl Jones Theatre in order to make a 7PM curtain and have a quick drink and bite to eat. Sessions which is just down the street in the Hard Rock Hotel on 48th between 6th and 7th Aves was a good choice. The bar and restaurant is an open airy space located upstairs from the main entrance. There was entertainment for part of the time we were there 6PM - 7PM. They were good but a bit too load in our opinion. We requested a table away from the band which helped. There is an outdoor space but on the evening we were there it was closed for a private party. We mainly wanted small plates and drinks given the short amount of time we had. The drinks were very good. The food choices for small plates were a bit limited but we found things to our liking and everything was delicious. Service was pleasant, helpful, and quick to fill our order when we let them know of our time considerations. I would go back again and sit outside if weather permitted.

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  18. mmmm

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We absolutely loved everything we ordered and how well it all flowed together. Our service was amazing from start to finish. We enjoyed the Shrimp Dolmas and the Springtime Minestrone as starters. We then shared the Chilean Sea Bass. We finished our experience with the NY Cheesecake and the Strawberry Gelato. The food is all farm to table and some items were not present on the online menu, so don't be surprised if they make edits based on what's fresh.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    Service was slow and music was too loud but food was excellent and two of us were allowed to share an entree.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience5
    Weekends they have a very expensive poor choice brunch which wasn’t mentioned when I made the lunchtime reservation. $55 with hardly any choices 👎🏻

    SessionsResponded on May 29, 2023

    Thanks for your candid review. Please reach out to Kelli at kelli.carucci@hrhnewyork.co m to let us know more details and how we can improve. Regards, Sessions

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  21. SheenaB

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience5
    This wasn’t a great experience this time but I had dinner there the night before and everything was perfection. Breakfast was not great bc we didn’t have great service. No water or drinks for the entire meal until minutes before our check was paid. And no real service to ask if anything was needed. We were sat and spent the entire time asking servers around our table to grab our server the entire time. I’m so glad I had great company to offset this horrible show of service.

    SessionsResponded on May 29, 2023

    Hi SheenaB, Thanks for your lovely review. We're disheartened to hear you did not have an ideal experience. Please reach out to us with more details as we are always striving to improve. We want to make sure you have a perfect experience every time! Regards, Sessions

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  22. GailH

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My girlfriends and I had Mother's Day Brunch at Sessions Restaurant. The location was in the heart of Time Square, the service was impeccable and the food was outstanding. We were pampered the entire time we were there which included a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Thank you Sessions for the best Mother's Day Brunch.

    SessionsResponded on May 29, 2023

    Hi GailH, Thanks for your amazing review. We are so pleased to hear you had an excellent time with us and felt pampered the entire time. So great to hear it was a wonderful Mother's Day celebration. We hope you dine with us again soon! Regards, Sessions

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  23. jomo

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    First visit. Food was very good. I had short ribs and wife had salmon. Both cooked correctly and delicious. I had a restaurant signature cocktail that was also very good. Desserts were fine. The noise level is high (it's in a Hard Rock hotel after all). We asked if the sound could be turned down, and initially it was but returned to being very loud after a while. Service was terrific.

    SessionsResponded on May 15, 2023

    Hi jomo, Thanks for your excellent review. We are pleased to hear you had a wonderful time with us and we hope to see you again soon! Regards, Sessions

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  24. Nhvt

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience4
    I was unaware this restaurant is actually in the hotel lobby check-in area. Be prepared for lines for check-in to be near your table. Very awkward setup. (Note: there were tables in an area near the courtyard that were away from check in, unfortunately I was sat in the area near the front desk. Food was good, but in 2023, refills on a glass filled with ice and little soda should be complimentary (free refills) and not $7. I can’t say I would recommend this restaurant/lobby location.

    SessionsResponded on May 15, 2023

    Hi Nhvt, Thanks for your candid review. We're disheartened to hear you did not enjoy your experience. We are always striving to improve and we hope you'll give us another chance in the future. Regards, Session

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  25. GreatAreaDining

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I usually don't eat at restaurants in Hotels. But this was a very pleasant surprise..it is NOT the Hard Rock Cafe. Sessions has an elegant atmosphere, and last night had live music. The thinly sliced grilled octopus was very flavorful, and the Beef rib excellent-no knife needed. I will definitely go back!

    SessionsResponded on May 15, 2023

    Hi GreatAreaDining, Thank you for your incredible review. We are pleased to hear you had an excellent time and enjoyed our food. We look forward to welcoming you back! Regards, Sessions

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  26. sashas

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A beautiful airy space, good food and good service. I love a good hotel bar/restaurant, especially one that has an airy feel and doesn’t feel too crowded. Love it!

    SessionsResponded on May 15, 2023

    Hi sashas, Thank you for your excellent review. We're so happy to hear you had a wonderful dining experience and we hope to see you again soon. Regards, Sessions

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  27. Charles

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    « absolutely perfect » This is a far far compliment from France to thank you !

    SessionsResponded on May 15, 2023

    Hi Charles, Thank you for your incredible review. So pleased to hear you had an excellent time. We hope to see you again soon! Regards, Sessions

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  28. TaraH

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    7 of us family members had a lovely Saturday morning breakfast. Staff is fantastic—friendly and efficient. Food is delicious. Ambiance is spectacular. This was the perfect place to start our NYC day.

    SessionsResponded on March 9, 2023

    Hi TaraH, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so pleased to hear you had an excellent family breakfast with us. We hope you'll dine with us again! Regards, Sessions

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    Poor quality food and portions. The experience and quality don’t match the environment of the hotel.

    SessionsResponded on February 20, 2023

    Thank you for your rating. Please reach out to us with more details so we can improve!

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  30. Mariacan1968

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great , server was awesome. I will definitely come back

    SessionsResponded on February 20, 2023

    Hi Mariacan1968, Thanks for your lovely rating! We hope to see you again soon! Regards, Sessions

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  31. Dmmmmm

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience, great service, great food. No complaints 👌

    SessionsResponded on February 14, 2023

    Hi Dmmmmm, Thank you for your excellent review and so pleased to hear you had an incredible experience with us. We hope to see you again soon! Regards, Sessions

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  32. Jacopo

    New York Area

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The brand new spectacular hotel in the city

    SessionsResponded on February 14, 2023

    Hi Jacopo, Thank you for your kind review! We hope you'll visit us again soon. Regards, Sessions

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  33. Benjamin

    Manitoba

    90 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    90 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great meal. Located in the Hard Rock no outside sign that I could see. Drinks were awesome and food good.

    SessionsResponded on February 14, 2023

    Hi Benjamin, Thank you for your amazing review! So pleased to hear you had an excellent time. We hope you'll dine with us again soon. Regards, Sessions

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  34. TJEats

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had lunch before our Broadway show and everyone in our party thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Salmon, Caesar salads, ribeye and a burger. Even the fries were delicious! Great wine and cocktails, as well. The servers were all very attentive, making sure everything was cooked to perfection and the check came in time to make our matinee.

    SessionsResponded on January 24, 2023

    Hello TJEats, Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us. We are eagerly looking forward to being a part of your next New York City adventure! All the best, Sessions

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was very good. Just the right amount. The live music was amazing. I would definitely be back.

    SessionsResponded on January 17, 2023

    Hello, Thank you so much for your amazing 5-star review - your words mean so much to us! We're so pleased to hear you had an incredible time. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! All the best, Sessions

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  36. JeanD

    Baltimore

    122 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    122 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lunch close to Broadway! Great service and food!!

    SessionsResponded on January 11, 2023

    Hello JeanD, Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review - your words mean so much to us! We are so pleased to hear you had an incredible time. We can't wait to welcome you back soon! All the best, Sessions

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  37. TK719

    New York Area

    636 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    636 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly wonderful dining experience at Sessions. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, with a lounge-style set up. They have a lovely menu with a number of tempting choices. The kale soup, king salmon and parsnip puree were all delicious, and the chocolate cake was absolutely heavenly. My server Imane was fantastic, and made certain that everything was perfect. A great addition to the Midtown Manhattan dining scene. I look forward to many more sessions at Sessions.

    SessionsResponded on January 11, 2023

    Hello TK719, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We appreciate you taking the time to review us. We're so pleased to hear you had an incredible time with delicious food and great service, and we will pass along your kind feedback to Imane and our team. We look forward to having you back for more sessions at Sessions! Regards, Sessions

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Cheshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brilliant live Artist, the food is incredible with a wide choice drinks.

    SessionsResponded on January 11, 2023

    Hello Anonymous, Thank you so much for your amazing 5-star review - your words mean so much to us! We are so pleased to hear you had a great time. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! All the best, Sessions

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  39. CharlesM

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Absolutely the worst restaurant in NYC. Avoid this place at all costs. Service was abominable. Slow and inattentive. We asked where our food was three times and was told it was coming in five minutes. After 75 minutes and no food we went to the hostess to complain and she said sorry, but we’re busy. What? I asked her to send a manager over. One never came. We told the waitress we were leaving. She said the food was coming out. Two minutes later, the manager finally came over with the food and said he was comping the whole meal. That did us no good as we were on a time crunch at that point. The food - a club sandwich, a salad, grilled chicken, and pasta with cheese was inedible. We left and went to a fast food place and had a better meal there. This is absolutely a garbage restaurant that will rip you off. STAY. AWAY.

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  40. Maria

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Beautiful new restaurant inside hardrock hotel. We found out they opened up 5 months ago. Food was great, service took way too long.

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FAQs

Sessions is rated 4.3 stars by 51 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 11 times today
Google Map for Sessions

159 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Theater District / Times Square
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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