I visited this midtown location for a social that a school was hosting here. Upon entering your greeted and there are a lot of clothing and souvenir memorabilias around that can be purchased. This location is huge so if you aren't sure where you are going or where you are looking for it's best to ask. Staff was very helpful in informing me where to find the group. The decor is awesome. Many guitars and items that tells stories and just look really cool. Had a fun time at this event. The location was great and the bathrooms were big and clean. read more

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This was my first time visiting the Hard Rock Cafe in New York, and I'm here from out of state. We sat at the bar, and Elton was an amazing bartender! He was super helpful, hilarious, and really knew how to engage with his guests and make everyone feel welcome. The food was amazing--I had the barbecue burger (I forgot the exact name), and it was super fresh and delicious. The drinks were also excellent and definitely added to the experience. From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed with open arms and left feeling like I had met an amazing bartender who made the experience memorable. The employees in the shop were wonderful too--very sweet, fast, and efficient. This visit definitely made me want to come back the next time I'm in New York! read more

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I loved the small diaquri and the appetizer of pizza. The Rib and diaquri are looking great. Had to send back diaquri. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Strawberry diaquri. - American Near Me - New York, New York

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In my defense - my mom loves Hard Rock Cafe and likes to visit them when traveling. Of course I am not going to be a drag and so no since it's a chain so we stopped for a drink. This location is actually pretty cool. And it's HUGE! There is a large stage which I assume has live bands playing sometimes so I bet that is kinda cool. Anyhow, drinks were fine and this was a nice break between walking around the city. read more

Hard Rock is great for large groups. I am fortunate enough to attend the Achilles International pre-NYC marathon dinner. The buffet they set out is always so good. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Beef meatballs - American Near Me - New York, New York

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Nyi at the bar is by far one of the best bartenders for customer engagement in all of NYC. He took phenomenal care of us. He was constantly working even when it was slower but also made us feel like we were his only customers. I've been to Hard Rock around the world and this location many times and this was an absolute standout experience. The food was good, beer and liquor and even wine selection was good. Someone promote that man! Nyi is the best! read more

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Would recommend (dinner). Came by for a sit-down dinner after a long day at Times Square and the Hudson Yards shopping center. I recommend putting reservation on OpenTable so you won't wait that long. We had a party of 9 and was sat pretty quickly. As we were inside, the interior of the general dining area was pretty spacious/big. Our server, Eva, was very attentive and enthusiastic, especially with a big party like ours so if you ever get the chance to sit with her, I think you will have a good experience. Had an Ultimate Long Island Iced Tea as my drink, it was alright, as good as expected from a Long Island. For entree, I ordered the Spicy Diablo Burger, and from my judgement, it was a decent burger. Can't complain about the taste at all, it is a small step up from other American restaurant chains like Chili's, Applebee's. I would give it a 7.8/10 overall for my meal. Other people at my table ordered the mac & cheese, chicken wings, ultimate nachos, flatbread, etc and they said they would give a collective rating of 7.5 out of 10. For where it is located in Times Square, this is a good place for if you need to stop and have a quick sit down family dinner after a long day of walking, something that isn't too over the top & upscale but with decently priced food as well. The next time I come back to NYC, I would try another spot for dinner but that is just because the city has a lot of different tastes to explore. Again, thanks again to Eva, our server, for keeping the vibes going all night. (P.S. They also sometimes have a live show that goes on during business hours, it didn't happen during our visit so I couldn't give review on that) read more

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There was a 20 minute wait to be seated. The upstairs area where the merchandise was pretty nice and they had nice picks. The thing is when we were seated our waitress Bri was very nice , but during our time there when we would need her she wouldn't be anywhere to be found. The drink was okay, the margarita pizza was delicious though. The cheeseburger that was recommended and supposedly the most popular pick.. was subpar... it tasted like something I'd eat in a middle school cafeteria. My expectations were pretty low but wasn't surprising read more

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Came ti NY around Christmas time knew it would be hard to find a quick place to eat. Walked into the place and only took about 30 minutes. The hostesses were great. It was running smooth from check in to get to getting seated. GABY our waitress was wonderful. Made sure all the food was good and done just right with my allergies and checked on us and kept our drinks full. We will visit again and ask for Gaby's section. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Waiting area - American Near Me - New York, New York

It's been a long time since I've eaten at a Hard Rock Café. I was in the area and stopped by for a burger. I was by myself so I just stayed at the bar. The bartenders were incredibly friendly and nice and in no time I had my cheeseburger and Diet Coke. It was exactly what I expected. Nothing more nothing less. But the service was outstanding. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - The Classic Burger - American Near Me - New York, New York

Need a quick bite? The Hard Rock Cafe is a good place for just that. My husband and I ordered a couple of drinks, French fries and nachos like a couple of teenagers!! It hit the spot while we waited for our next event. The restaurant like many other places in NYC is downstairs. It was a little loud with the music killing the vibe to have a conversation but the food did the trick. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Vegetarian nachos - American Near Me - New York, New York

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Sat at bar. Bartender Nyi Nyi was great. I always come when I am in nyc!! Very easy and great menu, so many good things to pick read more

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Great food and drink, quality is there with sizable portions. Very friendly and nice staff who are quick to refills. The ambiance is why you come because the whole place is an ode to rock and roll. Can happily say I can cross this off my bucket list of places to eat at. 10/10 play more Fallout Boy and Zeppelin. read more

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The Hard Rock Cafe was great. We went after seeing Hell's Kitchen. The food was good and our server Chivon was the host with the most. She made sure we had everything. The whole experience was great. We will be going back soon. I took a lot of pictures and got my Hard Rock glass. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - American Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here with my band in 2026 and they handled the group of 150+ very well. The grilled chicken burger and fries were awesome, and the cookies were pretty good as well. The shop had some great selections, and the pins were super cool, though a bit on the pricy end. I loved the guitar theming, and they had some great decorations. read more

Tomatoes were underripe but the burger was good. Lots of steps but they do have an elevator if you ask. Plenty of seating. Very little wait for walk-in at 6:30 on a Friday night. Plan 1-1/5 hrs. 5 minute walk to New Amsterdam Theater. read more

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Okay ... we stopped for cocktails. They were very good... place was cool which is awesome as is hot out today. The place is clean and the bartenders were nice and attentive. We didn't eat but the folks next to us had salads with chicken and they chicken smelled amazing! read more

Went to the Theater World Awards held at the Hard Rock Cafe. The staff were very helpful and considerate. I was with two other women, both of whom had mobility issues. We were escorted to the elevator both coming in and leaving. We arrived early and the staff informed us of the timing fire entering the event. We sat in the bar while waiting. One lady had a Diet Coke and ice cream, I had the cucumber tomato side salad and the seasoned fries, the other lady had the Cobb salad. Everything was delicious. I'm a huge fan of the strawberry basil lemonade. YUM! read more

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The place has so Much flare it's Awesome!!! My wife started with espresso martini. Then she ordered the Grilled chicken sandwich with fries. I ordered the boneless chicken wings buffalo style. This is a Military friendly location!!! read more

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We ate here while on a band trip. The food was ok, but it took a long time for us to get our drinks and food. I understand there were over 100 of us, but our table got drinks after tables finished their meals. Our meals were finally served, but the orders were wrong, and we were very limited on time. Everyone at our table that that had changes, just rolled with what was served because it took so long. We weren't asked if we wanted refills, napkins or anything. We had to ask for these items. We didn't see our server but once the whole time, and another was helping them out. Again, I know they were slammed with our group, plus the other patrons, but drinks, napkins and correct food seem to be regular asks. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Guitar - American Near Me - New York, New York

This, this and this were so good. If you come across this ambiance food and service in the big bad (but not actually bad, just a saying...) Apple, you must pony up, and get down. #Rockhard read more

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I am writing to express my disappointment regarding the treatment my group and I received during the World Cup watch party at Hard Rock Cafe Times Square. I made a reservation in advance specifically to attend this event and arrived approximately 20 minutes before my scheduled reservation time in order to check in and ensure a smooth entry. Despite arriving early and having a confirmed reservation, we were not allowed to enter the venue. Instead, we were instructed to wait outside. What made the situation even more frustrating was that we continued to be denied entry after our reservation time had already passed. In fact, more than 15 minutes had elapsed after the scheduled reservation time, and the game had already started, yet we were still left waiting outside with no reasonable explanation or accommodation. Additionally, we were not permitted to wait inside the lounge or bar area while awaiting entry. During this time, it was apparent that other guests, particularly Knicks fans, were being allowed to enter the venue, while Brazilian fans who had valid reservations were required to remain outside. This created the impression of unequal treatment and was both upsetting and disrespectful. The purpose of making a reservation is to secure timely access to an event. Arriving early, only to be left outside past the reservation time and after the event had already begun, completely defeats that purpose. The lack of communication, organization, and consideration shown toward guests with confirmed reservations was unacceptable. As a customer, I expected professionalism, respect, and fair treatment. Instead, I felt disregarded and mistreated despite following all procedures and arriving well before my scheduled reservation time. The entire experience was extremely disappointing and significantly impacted what should have been an enjoyable event. I hope this matter is taken seriously and that steps are implemented to ensure future guests are treated with the respect and professionalism they deserve. read more

Hard Rock was a fun experience visiting NYC! We were able to get seats at the bar without a wait and Karl and Charli provided great service and friendly. We enjoyed Nachos with Chicken and Guacamole that were tasty and more than enough for a party of two. Karl mixed us up some great cocktails as well. It's a huge facility and so much Rock N Roll History! The giant electric guitar suspended from the ceiling electrifies the room! And the wall of guitars are just a couple of my favorites on display, so much to see! When I saw the Guitar Hard Rock signage walking through Time Square I knew it was a must stop while in the city! read more

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I've always walked right by this place assuming it's a tourist trap given the gift shop at the entry, the location, and the other cities I've seen this chain in. But I finally figured I'd never eat here while vacation so I might as well give it a try here at home -- and I was pleasantly surprised! The restaurant itself is actually downstairs and huge by NYC standards, almost making me forget I was right by Times Square. The walls are decorated with memorabilia and music plays in the background -- not quiet, but enough so that you can have a conversation without struggling. The only downside to this underground location is the lack of cell signal. There were signs posted saying Wi-Fi was available, but I didn't find a password anywhere (probably just need to ask, I didn't bother). Maybe that's a plus for you if you want to keep the phones away from the table haha. As for the menu, there are a variety of burgers, sandwiches, and other standard items you would expect. I had the surf and turf burger so I could give their supposedly-famous burgers and shrimp both a try. The result was delicious. The shrimp are nice and crispy, although a tad too sweet in my opinion. The burger was cooked nicely and tasted great -- not lifechanging but yummy enough. The fries on the side were also surprisingly good, being above average in texture and taste. Overall I came in with low expectations and had them greatly exceeded. Would I come here again? Probably not given all the other food to try in NYC -- but I wouldn't object if a visiting friend picked it out. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Surf & Turf Burger - American Near Me - New York, New York

We went for the Bon Jovi brunch..... we left a bag in the chair. When we went back to get it. They were really crappy and said they didn't have it. It was a Trump yeti. We know exactly where we left it but they said they didn't have it.... it was a gift for someone... it's fine that the state of NY is democratic but we all are allowed to choose who we support.... read more

Tried to make a reservation but all was full, so we tried to walk in and put ourselves on the waitlist- and the time was much less than we were quoted! We went to report to the hostess station when we were called and there wasn't much direction of where to go, so we got in the long line up to the hostess station. We were sat quickly once we got through the line desk. Once sat, our server walked by our table like 3-4 times before he actually said hello and took our drink order. Once we finally had his attention, he was great! He went above and beyond for us! Everything we ordered was really good! The southwest chicken bowl was huge, but tasty! I couldn't finish it (and not because I didn't want to)! Loud music, but no bands or anything g special during dinner. Kinda wish there was more to the experience, especially on a Saturday night dinner time seating. read more

It was really good food BUT they did not think to tell us there was a show going on in our dinning area until our food was served and we only had 15 minutes to eat, or they would kick us out! They also told us that one of the sausages was balsamic, but it really was not. DO NOT RECOMMEND UNLESS YOU WANT TO EAT FAST! read more

Over priced. I could eaten at a hot dog cart. Food was just basic. Service was just ok. The place itself gets 5 stars for ambiance and decor .... But that's it not worth eating nor drinking there. I'm normally not this harsh reviewing but I was underwhelmed... the menu had a lot of pages with nothing on them. I ordered fajitas everything came out looking and smelling good but they just didn't hit I've had better at chilis lol My niece loves the food liked her sliders but not her drink ...which the waitress never brought back the replacement ... My daughter liked the firecracker shrimp . read more

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Service was great. Diva Jones was our server and she was soooo nice and quite literally one of best servers of all time. Unfortunately the food wasn't up to par. I got a Cobb salad with steak. Steak was cold. Not lukewarm, but cold. The avocado slices were brown to the point that I was surprised that they'd even put them on the plate. My wife got a smash burger that she didn't even finish because she said it was "meh" Both of my sons said they didn't care for their food either. One had the Mac and cheese and the other had a chicken sandwich. I'd skip it. read more

Have you ever been to a Hard Rock Cafe? Did you like it? If yes then you'll probably like this one, too. We had no intention of going here, but as we were walking past it we popped in to get a pin for my collection. Jeremy has also recently started his own collection because he was so envious of mine. It's a large gift shop with a small selection of pins. I got one that said "happy birthday" which was fitting because we were in NYC to celebrate a friend's upcoming 27th birthday. Jeremy got one of a skeleton with a pink, purple and blue Mohawk holding a guitar. We weren't there long, but the staff was friendly and chatty and welcoming. read more

Great atmosphere, quick service, kind staff, great food, not super expensive! Wait was not very long either. Recommend! read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Waiting area - American Near Me - New York, New York

Right off Times Square - just take the stairs down - It was a bit a mayhem waiting in line to put a reservation in, but we found a table to sit at to wait. Took about 30 minutes to get seated. The restaurant is massive. Melanie was our server and she was very nice and helpful. I had the BBQ BC Burger, my wife had the Messi Chicken Sandwich, my son had the Big Cheese Burger and my daughter had the Kid Chicken Tenders. Everything was very good and we were happy with our meal. Melanie our server did an excellent job and was very attentive, giving us accurate ticket times. For a tourist trap we were impressed. read more

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Great variety of clothing and souvenirs. We didn't eat here but we bought a few shirt. I've been collecting Hard Rock shirts for almost 30 years. They had multiple shirts that were specific to NYC. It's right at Time Square. Check it out. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - outside - American Near Me - New York, New York

Super cool spot to grab a bite and drinks when you need a break from Times Square. We have visited another Hard Rock Cafe location in the past for a viewing party and they both provided great service. The ambiance is lively and upbeat with a decent menu to order from. Our server, Tiana, made our visit an enjoyable one. Extremely personable throughout our visit while providing insight on cool spots to visit while in town. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Tropical Margarita & Paloma - American Near Me - New York, New York

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We stopped by here for early dinner. As soon as you enter, you see bunch of souvenir items and rock and roll decor. The hostess sat us right away and walked us through tons of memorabilia of music history. We decided to order two of the 2 course holiday meal. We ordered the salad and baby back ribs which I shared with my daughter. The other was the steak and caramel apple cheesecake. Everything was good with big portions. The service was slow and almost nonexistent but we had mostly what we needed so not really a big deal. read more

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Absolutely no complaints from this restaurant. Was delicious & clean. The service was great, we went later too so it wasn't too crowded! read more

Hard Rock Cafe - Fried Chicken Sliders - American Near Me - New York, New York

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I've been to this location twice, the first time I got a burger which was decent, but the second time I got macaroni and cheese which was awful. There was no consistency to the texture of the pasta, the cheese didn't have any flavor, and for some reason they decided to put little pieces of red pepper into the food. I ate very little of the food and went to a hot dog stand instead. The hot dog stand was better than the Hard Rock Cafe in every conceivable way. There was no line to get a hot dog, it tasted good , and the price of reasonable. read more

My husband & I stopped by for breakfast. The restaurant was clean & inviting. We had the chicken & waffles. They were really delicious and filling . Our server Justin was very attentive, pleasant & upbeat. He brought us our food in a timely manner & checked on us frequently which was greatly appreciated. He made sure that our experience was a great one. I truly believe that good servers are a reflection of good management. I requested to speak to a manager to give kudos to Justin. Jason greeted us at our table & we found him to be equally as kind and professional as Justin. Thank you Justin & Jason for making our visit a memorable one! We would highly recommend Hard Rock. read more

Hard Rock Cafe - American Near Me - New York, New York

Yakira! Beautiful black queen just being so lovely to everyone. I genuinely felt so welcomed. I don't feel discriminated against. I'm a white European woman and let me tell you I haven't had the best experience in New York. This lovely lady Yakira knows how to make guests feel welcomed and special. I'm not sure if she's the manager or not but I hope she is !! Coming back for Yakira read more

I'll be going twice this week if that tells you anything. The BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger is fantastic, and the battered fries (or "seasoned fries" as they call them) are out of this world. Don't you dare get those fries without the legendary sauce AND the dijonnaise on the side! I really enjoyed the ambience too, which I wasn't expecting. But the music was so much fun (duh, it's the Hard Rock Cafe), I found that I was enjoying tapping my toes and singing to myself about as much as I was enjoying my food. Ok seriously, though, get your butt down there and get a burger. read more

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