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Name: 21 Club
Address: 21 West 52nd Street, New York, NY, United States, 10019
Telephone: (212) 582-7200
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.4

21 Club

4.4

3945 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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Anticipate a new future for a Manhattan icon. ‘21’ has remained one of New York’s social and culinary landmarks for 90 years. Though our doors are closed for now, we are innovating to add a new chapter to our story. Until then, we want to thank all our friends, fans and family for your unwavering support. We look forward to reuniting over drinks and creating new memories together, just as Jack and Charlie imagined all those years ago.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 582-7200
Website
http://www.21club.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Jacket Required
Executive chef
Sylvain Delpique
Catering
'21' offers 10 beautifully appointed private event rooms, including the legendary Prohibition-era wine cellar, ideal for family celebrations and corporate events. Parties of 10 to 200 for lunch or dinner and up to 450 for a reception will enjoy the Grand Award-winning wine list, splendid American cuisine, and unsurpassed service. In-house professional planning services ensure every detail of your event.

Location
21 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Cross street
Between 5th and 6th Avenues
Parking details
Self-Park Garage next door (31 W. 52nd St.) Reduced parking available through www.21club.com
Public transit
1/9 to 50th Street/Broadway <br />E/V to 53rd Street/Fifth Avenue <br />B/D/R to Rockefeller Center
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,945 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

3,945 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall1food4service2ambience2
We were served our appetizers and then told the kitchen had to close for two hours because the health inspector arrived. Very odd. We had a show and couldn’t wait two hours so we left without enough time to get food somewhere else. Took too long for them to let us know and to get our check after that. The host said it happens once a year and they can’t control it, then the waiter said it happens twice a year so it was all very strange. Usually a delicious meal and great service but not this time. Was really looking forward to a special date night celebration that was ruined.
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Clovernookwilly
New York Area
37 reviews
4.0
37 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
21 is a classic restaurant.....veteran employees serve classic American food. Most people there at lunch were expense account business executives, but nevertheless, its worth your while to go. Try the Baked Alaska for dessert......fantastic.
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prm8
New York Area
89 reviews
vip
5.0
89 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best food and service in years. This is a must for any foodie. Ask to sit with John Tello
21 ClubResponded on March 20, 2020
Hi, Thank you for giving your feedback about your experience at 21. We look forward to having you dine with us again in the near future.
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HenryD
San Francisco
129 reviews
vip
5.0
129 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
'21' is always such a delight. Great food and exceptional service.
21 ClubResponded on March 20, 2020
Hi Henry, Thank you for giving your feedback about your experience at 21. We look forward to having you dine with us again in the near future.
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KJKJ
Charlotte
95 reviews
vip
5.0
95 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Lots of expensive good restaurants in Manhattan. Few that you actually can’t wait to return to. Excellent lunch.
21 ClubResponded on March 20, 2020
Hi, Thank you for giving your feedback about your experience at 21. We look forward to having you dine with us again in the near future.
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MaryP
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were entertaining business associates and your staff made it a magical evening.
21 ClubResponded on March 20, 2020
Hi Mary, Thank you for giving your feedback about your experience at 21. We look forward to having you dine with us again in the near future.
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TommyRocker
New York Area
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 29, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
I was expecting a mediocre experience considering the 21 club has been around for so long and doesn’t seem to be in a native New Yorker’s top 10 list for restaurants. I was pleasantly surprised with the Prix Fix and the service made the dining experience pleasurable.
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NoreenR
Naples
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was really lovely. The service was impeccable and of course it’s an iconic NY restaurant so the overall vibe is unique and special.
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BrianR
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Special Anniversary dinner with my wife while in Manhattan from central Florida. Could not have been more pleased. The service and meals and dessert and drinks were amazing and they added in a special dessert for our anniversary which made it all the more special.
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Bowlhard
Houston
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall3food4service3ambience5
Unwelcoming sloppy reception at door, set the tone on a low level for the evening. The concierge recovered professionally and it went up from there. Not acceptable for an establishment of that level.
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JocelynC
London
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall2food4service2ambience2
Crab cake and escargots starters very good. Mains quite average. Our experience was let down mostly by the failure of the sommelier and waiting staff to coordinate the arrival of food and wine at same time, meaning the starters had to go back for quite a while. Secondly, there was an unfortunate shower of dust from the overhead display of memorabilia which was quite off-putting when about to eat! Overall, we left feeling we could have have a better evening for the price elsewhere.
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abbiereed
Vancouver
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall4food5service2ambience3
I was super excited about this restaurant. I travel to NYC for work and we love to try different places. We are certainly foodies. The menu looked amazing. We were not at all disappointed in the food -- the filet was great and the whipped potatoes were buttery and smooth. My husband's sea bass was amazing too. What were were disappointed in was the service. My husband and I are young - but we love going to nice places. We literally plan our vacations around food. We felt almost like the staff was not paying as close attention to us as the other 'richer' or 'older' looking guests. It certainly was a turn off. I felt almost like I was annoying the waiter when we wanted help. I think our waiter tended to our neighboring table 4x more than he did ours. Really a disappointment when you are dropping some serious cash on not just a meal, but an experience.
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HappyDiners
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot for a celebratory meal in an iconic location
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Rvictoria
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall4food3service5ambience5
Nice location, attentive service, great cocktail and mosel wine. My husband came with tie but no jacket, so he was furnished one. We opted for the pre theater menu. Appetisers were very tasty and well presented, my husband had the smoked salmon while I ordered the pork belly. For entree, my husband chose the cod and I had the basmati veal which was served in chunks and was very tough and bland. I didn't enjoy the main course. Perhaps the ala carte would have been a better fare. Ambiance is nice, although it's quite hot inside.
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StephanieB
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall4food3service3ambience5
Definitely a solid ‘Old New York’ experience. Feels super WASPy, and the menu is classic American steakhouse standards. I wish there were a few vegetarian entrees, but places like this rarely modernize their menus. Service was a little laissez faire, but overall a decent evening. In the future, I’d probably just go for drinks.
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margot
Montreal
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The absolute best Branzino I have ever had. Delicious. Beautifully prepared. A great place for a pre-theatre dinner. A unique setting !
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JamesD
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Atomosphere, ambiance, and care evident at all service touch points during the evening. My wife and I had a really enjoyable time.
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dale
New York Area
16 reviews
vip
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall3food2service1ambience1
I used to feel it was special to eat at this restaurant. I no longer feel that way. Tables too close, food average, service poor.
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NEILC
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
WE LOVE THE PACE GREAT FOOD. GREAT SERVICE CANT WAIT TO GO BACK
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Julia4
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional service and high quality food. Restaurant got us in and out in plenty of time to make it to the theater for an evening play.
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NewHopeTraveler
New York Area
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It has been some time since I was at the 21 Club. What a treat! Definitely a venue I must return to again sooner as opposed to later. Food was outstanding. The crab cakes were in the top ten I've ever had and I have had crab cakes at literally hundreds of restaurants. The chicken paillard was the best I have ever had. Just delicious!
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Corinne
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Having read positive reviews and also being attracted by the history of the place, we booked 21 Club from the UK for Monday night. We had a warm welcome from everyone: the coat check lady, the doorman and the Head Waiter, who gave us a great table. As a teacher of English Literature I was thrilled to be seated at Steinbeck’s table! Our waiter gave us helpful information about the menu and we chose accordingly. The food did not disappoint. We had a mixture of fish and meat dishes and all were delicious. The baked Alaska is something I haven’t had in years and it was sheer gluttony that I ordered it but I’m glad I did! We had a booking at a different restaurant for the next night but we’d enjoyed 21 Club so much that we went back there instead. (Note: we DID cancel the other booking!) The staff at 21 Club recognised us and seemed genuinely pleased that we had had such a good time we returned. Once again, food and ambience were fabulous. We would recommend this restaurant without hesitation. PS. The wine list is very reasonably priced.
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SharonP
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
A classic, classy, restaurant with so much history. Wait staff very attentive and happy to share stories of the history of the restaurant. The food and drinks were very good, very expensive, but you’re paying for the entire experience.
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James
New York Area
15 reviews
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience3
Monday Presidents’ Day. The place was empty. Menu at the bar quite limited. I suppose the price is to be expected for a famous traditional midtown watering hole. Excellent wine.
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CarnellaM
New York Area
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was excellent from the time we entered the restaurant. We had to wait about 10 minutes for our table ( not a problem) but we were offered a seat while we waited and a menu to order drinks. The waiters were attentive without being pushy and the food was excellent. Thank you
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and excellent atmosphere !
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Valentines date
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JonH
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceeded even our grand expectations. The filet was one of the best steaks I've had, and the chicken hash lived up to the hype. Service was top-notch. By dumb luck, we ended up sitting next to a wonderful couple visiting from Cleveland, who gave us a primer on the place's history (Humphrey Bogart was engaged at their table!). Highly, highly recommended.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a genuine and unique treat.
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Carmenuu
New York Area
165 reviews
vip
5.0
165 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s an institution, is chic, it’s elegant, it’s classic, it’s a must! Everything was excellent. Food, service, ambiance, people. They have also a bar, and like a lounge. But the best it’s the dining room. We had turbot and foie grass, really good. The wine list is huge and really excellent. We love this place.
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Tchau
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Iconic! Old style!
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brianb
New York Area
68 reviews
vip
5.0
68 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Simply the best!
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CMENY
New York Area
74 reviews
vip
5.0
74 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, the food and service were excellent. We had royal caviar, ceasar and rib eye for two. Italian wine was perfect. Thank you.
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Angela
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a great place to visit, food is always great and the staff are so friendly.
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Maria
New York Area
54 reviews
vip
3.0
54 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall3food5service5ambience3
We originally had reservations for Thursday but were not allowed to stay since one of the ladies in our group was wearing jeans. Aaron told us that “this is a fine dining restaurant and no jeans allowed.” We asked to sit in the bar and he said NO JEANS anywhere. Tonight we returned and a lady sitting next to us in the restaurant was wearing jeans, also a man in the bar. When I pointed it out to him, he apologized, but were nonchalant about it. The rules should be the same for everyone. It was extremely upsetting and embarrassing!
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Balmoral
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
The dining staff saved the experience after a dismissive experience by the host. Upon reaching the desk, the host, after seeing me, also noticed a previous co-worker, and decided to start small talk with her instead. He then went to another co-worker and introduced him to the young lady, while I stand there incredulously as they continue their conversation in front of me. I asked for assistance, and without apology, the host quickly asked for my reservation name, instructed me to take a seat, and promptly returned his previous conversation. Although the host was dismissive, fortunately the dining staff was extremely attentive, knowledgeable, and timely. Wine selection was excellent and the som was engaging. The meal was exquisite (truffle mac however, next time we hope professional courtesy starts from the host salutation, and not until being seated.
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JackS
West Palm Beach
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the nicest meals you can have in Manhattan
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely dinner with my daughter. Fabulous service!!!!
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MWG1
New York Area
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall3food2service3ambience4
This was our fifth trip to the restaurant. The first two were excellent; the next three disappointing. This last time nothing was particularly good, except the wine.
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JudiR
New York Area
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just great
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21 Club is rated 4.4 stars by 3945 OpenTable diners.