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My hubby and I had dinner at Lex Yard at the Waldorf-Astoria for the first time on Christmas Day. We had a great table on the second floor by a window. The room was elegant and spacious, with soft, ambient lighting. The menu was a four course Christmas menu that was a beautiful culinary journey of flavors. For our first course, we had the beet and chickory salad, with almonds, capers, raisins, and yogurt, and I had the king crab, daikon, burdock, carrots, and yuzu, which was topped with caviar. The other ingredients of the plate brought out the sweetness and freshness of the crab, and savory flavor of the caviar provided a lovely and delicate balance. For the second course, we had smoked gnocchi, white truffles fonduta, Swiss chard, and salisify; and I had seared sea scallops, cauliflower, Mandarin sauce, and caviar. The scallops were buttery and sat on a cream base, and sweetness of the Mandarian sauce and touches of caviar created a nice, full flavor pallette. For the third course, the restaurant offered an option to substitute the given options with a ribeye for two, which we chose. Our server was so attentive to our needs: I highlighted that my hubby needed the ribeye to be cooked well so that there was no red, and he intuitively had the chef only prepare half the ribeye that way and the other half medium, so that I could enjoy. All pieces of the ribeye were tender and flavorful, and the house and bordelaise sauces further enhanced the flavors of the meat. The final course was the dessert (they provided two): (1) guanaja buche de noel, raspberry jam, with whipped dark chocolate ganache; and (2) cranberry orange buche de noel, vanilla roulade, cranberry orange compote, with white chocolate cream. These desserts were a delightful completion of our meal. The jams were the stars of the show for each dessert, being the central flavor bursting through each. That said, the dark chocolate ganache was probably both of our favorite of the two, with a rich, sultry sweetness that complimented the jam. With dinner, we had a lovely, California Sauvignon Blanc that was light but fruity. The staff at Lex Yard was gracious, welcoming, and attentive, from the moment we entered, to coat check, and our wonderful server Kevin who handled us with care, we felt like we made the best choice for our Christmas experience. Lex Yard is a destination for tourists and locals alike. It is an experience like no other.
First time at the Lex Yard. The property has a beautiful lobby area when you go through the hotel. Today, I had the burger which came with a side of fries. Fairly lowkey spot on a Monday night with not too many people. Service was very fast and friendly. You get complimentary butter and bread. Really good burger but the fries felt a bit lacking from a flavor/crunch perspective. Burger was about $38 which is a bit on the expensive end hence the 4/5 for value.
Solid food, enjoyed the hamachi crudo and pasta entree. My husband also enjoyed his burger. Ambiance is upscale and retro, service was very attentive and personable. Worth it if you're staying there but I would not go out of my way if I wasn't staying on property. It was good but nothing that is stand out to remember or want to come back for.
The food and ambiance was of the highest class. The service was good, but could be improved. Regardless it's a great place to meet friends or colleagues that allows you to have an actual conversation while enjoying a good meal. They have too many menus, need to consolidate them or add inserts. The price fixe is a perfect way to get a strong feel of the chef skills. A la carte options are also intriguing. Definitely coming back, as this newly renovated space is perfect for a night out!
I recently had lunch at the luxurious Lex Yard located at the historical Waldorf Astoria. It felt like the type of place to just dress up for yourself and dine out with friends while admiring the decor that felt like a time capsule with a modern twist alongside a menu that offers the Iconic Waldorf Salad. The lunch menu offered an array of dishes in one page that didn't overwhelm in the selection process. I ordered the Mushroom Tagliatelle which was the right balance of creaminess and black pepper. My advice would be to slightly mix around the pasta since some bites were heavy on the black pepper for my taste buds. My friend ordered the New Waldorf Salad (yes, that's how it is retitled on the menu) and it was refreshing from the dressing and crisp with apples especially on a Summer's day in NYC. We both ordered Flat White as our dessert. The first batch alongside her salad was perfection however, when we ordered it again, it was a bit lackluster in presentation and taste. Our waiter was kind of enough to make it again and express he put in the effort in making it perfect with foam and extra strength on the espresso. It is a bit on the pricey side when it comes to lunch experience but I do need to remind you that this is Lex Yard located at Waldorf Astoria. So make it extra special when you do go as a solo date, get together with friends, or special occasion with someone. Plus the hostess was super kind and understanding when I was running a few minutes late of my reservation
Chef Peregrina is fantastic as always. I have followed him restaurant-to-restaurant and am consistently impressed with what him and the team are able to come up with. Cute date spot and great food!
The shrimp cocktail was so delish, very cold & fresh, great size for the price as well!! The basildon park cocktail was so yummy & a great flavor combination. The Waldorf salad was soo delicious and the fruit was very fresh. I wish the salad was a bit bigger though. Service was good & the restaurant is stunning. Vibes inside are great. This is a great spot for an after work dinner or lunch stop during shopping!
Such a beautiful restaurant inside the Waldorf hotel. We got both the sliders and burger which tasted similar except the different sauce, they were both rly good. The fat fries were super hot but the drinks were good and my favorite was the mushroom fettuccine pasta. We also got the cheese board which wasn't anything special.
Located inside the iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotel, this restaurant carries a sense of history and elegance the moment you step inside. They're known for their signature Waldorf salad, which turned out surprisingly fresh, light but still flavorful--a classic done right. The fluke tartare and red shrimp were both incredibly fresh, highlighting the quality of the ingredients. The tomato and zucchini gratin was bursting with flavor, while the sea bass was beautifully prepared and full of depth. That said, the true star of the evening was the strawberry shortcake. It completely blew me away... creamy, perfectly balanced, and easily one of the best I've had. I'd honestly come back just for that dessert alone. Everything we tried was delicious, the service was attentive and polished, and the ambiance carried that refined yet warm charm that makes dining here feel truly special. I also found out that Eggs Benedict was invented at the Waldorf Astoria in 1894, which makes their breakfast an absolute must-try on my next visit. This is the kind of place where every dish feels tied to history, and I'd love to come back to explore even more of their classics.
What a gorgeous spot for a late-night glass of wine and a bite right in the neighborhood. Tucked inside the iconic Waldorf Astoria, this intimate ground-floor bar serves excellent cocktails with equally stellar service. We stopped in close to 11 PM, just as they were winding down, but Sergio and Ken welcomed us with no rush--serving up drinks, snacks, and great conversation. Sergio even gave us a spontaneous personal tour of the newly renovated lobby--absolutely breathtaking! Highly recommend.
I am visiting New York City for the week and wanted to try Lex Yard. Great location, atmosphere and service. I technically had 3 servers all taking care of my table at once. I ordered the Waldorf Astoria salad and the turkey club sandwich with fries. Both food items were great and I highly recommend them! My drinks were good too Stop by for lunch - so worth the price for great food and service.
Midtown Manhattan in the summer with the US Open in town is the best vibe, and that all it takes is one Foo to mess things up. I am that Foo. "Waldorf is the place for Foo, I have resy for one, me Foo, for 8:00 and I'm on time. Can't wait love Waldorf!" "Ah, Foo, welcome, let me show you to your table." The restaurant was magnificent, just like the rest of the hotel. Very classy spot. When my server came over she was so nice. "Hi, Foo, can I get you a cocktail?" "Ah, I'll have a Pimm's Cup!, and the burger!" So then Foo just sat there in this really impressive space, daydreaming and then Johnny McEnroe walks by. He stops in his tracks. "Foo," said Johnny McEnroe, "What are you doing in NYC?" "Playing Senior doubles with Vijay." "Well, best of luck my old friend, Foo, Mr. Foo Ling!" I then gave Johnny some daps and slipped a small wad of grat into his suit coat pocket Foo style. He broke I hear.
Came here on a Thursday evening after work after not being able to secure a seat at Peacock Alley at the bar and all of the tables were fully booked for someone else. I may have preferred this anyways as the bartenders are super hospitable and professional. Drinks are slightly cheaper than Peacock Alley, but still average around $30 per glass before tax and tip. After asking for a recommendation, I settled on the Precious Stone ($34), which I really liked. Made with Willet Pot Still Bourbon, Lustau Amontillado Sherry, Juliette Peach, Maple Syrup. The Juliette Peach I was told was edible, including the pit inside. Delicious. The drink itself is similar to an Old Fashioned, but with a subtle peach flavor. I'd order another one if it wasn't for the price tag. Well worth it for the craftsmanship that goes into executing this drink. My friend ordered the Private Plane ($30) which consisted of Angel's Envy Bourbon, Heiwa Tsuru-Ume Ichigo Strawberry, Aperol, Lemon. It's a sweet strawberry flavored cocktail, which tasted lovely. read more
Came here on a Wednesday evening with my sister and Wilson our server was simply amazing ! He went through the menu and gave us some recommendations and course the meal out. We started off with champagne, then the fluke & lobster roll. Then the Waldorf salad and our entree was the ribeye steak and the lobster pasta. Dessert was carrot cake and creme Brulee and it's vegan! So bomb! Would come back read more
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9 months ago
My hubby and I had dinner at Lex Yard at the Waldorf-Astoria for the first time on Christmas Day. We had a great table on the second floor by a window. The room was elegant and spacious, with soft, ambient lighting. The menu was a four course Christmas menu that was a beautiful culinary journey of flavors. For our first course, we had the beet and chickory salad, with almonds, capers, raisins, and yogurt, and I had the king crab, daikon, burdock, carrots, and yuzu, which was topped with caviar. The other ingredients of the plate brought out the sweetness and freshness of the crab, and savory flavor of the caviar provided a lovely and delicate balance. For the second course, we had smoked gnocchi, white truffles fonduta, Swiss chard, and salisify; and I had seared sea scallops, cauliflower, Mandarin sauce, and caviar. The scallops were buttery and sat on a cream base, and sweetness of the Mandarian sauce and touches of caviar created a nice, full flavor pallette. For the third course, the restaurant offered an option to substitute the given options with a ribeye for two, which we chose. Our server was so attentive to our needs: I highlighted that my hubby needed the ribeye to be cooked well so that there was no red, and he intuitively had the chef only prepare half the ribeye that way and the other half medium, so that I could enjoy. All pieces of the ribeye were tender and flavorful, and the house and bordelaise sauces further enhanced the flavors of the meat. The final course was the dessert (they provided two): (1) guanaja buche de noel, raspberry jam, with whipped dark chocolate ganache; and (2) cranberry orange buche de noel, vanilla roulade, cranberry orange compote, with white chocolate cream. These desserts were a delightful completion of our meal. The jams were the stars of the show for each dessert, being the central flavor bursting through each. That said, the dark chocolate ganache was probably both of our favorite of the two, with a rich, sultry sweetness that complimented the jam. With dinner, we had a lovely, California Sauvignon Blanc that was light but fruity. The staff at Lex Yard was gracious, welcoming, and attentive, from the moment we entered, to coat check, and our wonderful server Kevin who handled us with care, we felt like we made the best choice for our Christmas experience. Lex Yard is a destination for tourists and locals alike. It is an experience like no other. read more
24 days ago
6 months ago
First time at the Lex Yard. The property has a beautiful lobby area when you go through the hotel. Today, I had the burger which came with a side of fries. Fairly lowkey spot on a Monday night with not too many people. Service was very fast and friendly. You get complimentary butter and bread. Really good burger but the fries felt a bit lacking from a flavor/crunch perspective. Burger was about $38 which is a bit on the expensive end hence the 4/5 for value. read more
1 month ago
Solid food, enjoyed the hamachi crudo and pasta entree. My husband also enjoyed his burger. Ambiance is upscale and retro, service was very attentive and personable. Worth it if you're staying there but I would not go out of my way if I wasn't staying on property. It was good but nothing that is stand out to remember or want to come back for. read more
The food and ambiance was of the highest class. The service was good, but could be improved. Regardless it's a great place to meet friends or colleagues that allows you to have an actual conversation while enjoying a good meal. They have too many menus, need to consolidate them or add inserts. The price fixe is a perfect way to get a strong feel of the chef skills. A la carte options are also intriguing. Definitely coming back, as this newly renovated space is perfect for a night out! read more
1 year ago
I recently had lunch at the luxurious Lex Yard located at the historical Waldorf Astoria. It felt like the type of place to just dress up for yourself and dine out with friends while admiring the decor that felt like a time capsule with a modern twist alongside a menu that offers the Iconic Waldorf Salad. The lunch menu offered an array of dishes in one page that didn't overwhelm in the selection process. I ordered the Mushroom Tagliatelle which was the right balance of creaminess and black pepper. My advice would be to slightly mix around the pasta since some bites were heavy on the black pepper for my taste buds. My friend ordered the New Waldorf Salad (yes, that's how it is retitled on the menu) and it was refreshing from the dressing and crisp with apples especially on a Summer's day in NYC. We both ordered Flat White as our dessert. The first batch alongside her salad was perfection however, when we ordered it again, it was a bit lackluster in presentation and taste. Our waiter was kind of enough to make it again and express he put in the effort in making it perfect with foam and extra strength on the espresso. It is a bit on the pricey side when it comes to lunch experience but I do need to remind you that this is Lex Yard located at Waldorf Astoria. So make it extra special when you do go as a solo date, get together with friends, or special occasion with someone. Plus the hostess was super kind and understanding when I was running a few minutes late of my reservation read more
4 months ago
The ambience in Lex Yard was good so as yhe service. But the food was a bit let down. For a start, the duck confit was very dried and salty..didnt feel fresh. We didnt quite enjoy the highly rated Waldolf Salad. It was a bit dry and not enough taste. read more
The shrimp cocktail was so delish, very cold & fresh, great size for the price as well!! The basildon park cocktail was so yummy & a great flavor combination. The Waldorf salad was soo delicious and the fruit was very fresh. I wish the salad was a bit bigger though. Service was good & the restaurant is stunning. Vibes inside are great. This is a great spot for an after work dinner or lunch stop during shopping! read more
Such a beautiful restaurant inside the Waldorf hotel. We got both the sliders and burger which tasted similar except the different sauce, they were both rly good. The fat fries were super hot but the drinks were good and my favorite was the mushroom fettuccine pasta. We also got the cheese board which wasn't anything special. read more
1 year ago
Located inside the iconic Waldorf Astoria Hotel, this restaurant carries a sense of history and elegance the moment you step inside. They're known for their signature Waldorf salad, which turned out surprisingly fresh, light but still flavorful--a classic done right. The fluke tartare and red shrimp were both incredibly fresh, highlighting the quality of the ingredients. The tomato and zucchini gratin was bursting with flavor, while the sea bass was beautifully prepared and full of depth. That said, the true star of the evening was the strawberry shortcake. It completely blew me away... creamy, perfectly balanced, and easily one of the best I've had. I'd honestly come back just for that dessert alone. Everything we tried was delicious, the service was attentive and polished, and the ambiance carried that refined yet warm charm that makes dining here feel truly special. I also found out that Eggs Benedict was invented at the Waldorf Astoria in 1894, which makes their breakfast an absolute must-try on my next visit. This is the kind of place where every dish feels tied to history, and I'd love to come back to explore even more of their classics. read more
What a gorgeous spot for a late-night glass of wine and a bite right in the neighborhood. Tucked inside the iconic Waldorf Astoria, this intimate ground-floor bar serves excellent cocktails with equally stellar service. We stopped in close to 11 PM, just as they were winding down, but Sergio and Ken welcomed us with no rush--serving up drinks, snacks, and great conversation. Sergio even gave us a spontaneous personal tour of the newly renovated lobby--absolutely breathtaking! Highly recommend. read more
1 year ago
I am visiting New York City for the week and wanted to try Lex Yard. Great location, atmosphere and service. I technically had 3 servers all taking care of my table at once. I ordered the Waldorf Astoria salad and the turkey club sandwich with fries. Both food items were great and I highly recommend them! My drinks were good too Stop by for lunch - so worth the price for great food and service. read more
1 year ago
Midtown Manhattan in the summer with the US Open in town is the best vibe, and that all it takes is one Foo to mess things up. I am that Foo. "Waldorf is the place for Foo, I have resy for one, me Foo, for 8:00 and I'm on time. Can't wait love Waldorf!" "Ah, Foo, welcome, let me show you to your table." The restaurant was magnificent, just like the rest of the hotel. Very classy spot. When my server came over she was so nice. "Hi, Foo, can I get you a cocktail?" "Ah, I'll have a Pimm's Cup!, and the burger!" So then Foo just sat there in this really impressive space, daydreaming and then Johnny McEnroe walks by. He stops in his tracks. "Foo," said Johnny McEnroe, "What are you doing in NYC?" "Playing Senior doubles with Vijay." "Well, best of luck my old friend, Foo, Mr. Foo Ling!" I then gave Johnny some daps and slipped a small wad of grat into his suit coat pocket Foo style. He broke I hear. read more
One and done, never again. A disgrace to the Waldorf Astoria brand. First off upon entering the decor gives off a high end cafeteria vibe. Maybe it's just me but the restaurant does not befit a Waldorf Astoria experience. As we were there for lunch we ordered what was the smallest yet most expensive lobster roll I've ever seen ($58...yes that's not a misprint) Completely underwhelming. It had a dollop of caviar on top which was nice but literally only a dollop of lobster. A better name for the sandwich would be just "roll" and chicken salad. Flavor was nothing more than okay. Then the service...we ordered Grey Goose martinis which they said they ran out of so we defaulted to Belvedere. As our martinis were just placed in front of us in strolls a different bartender carrying bottles of Grey Goose. You think you'd go check your stock before saying you're out of something. NOW the fun part... the bill arrives, it's $206 ? Now you ask how could that happen? Well the martinis were rung up at $48 each! Upon mentioning to our bartender (who was sweet and the only reason I give them 1/2 star) they apologized and said we will remove the martins from the bill. Now that's what you would expect from a Waldorf. But they didn't remove them. The manager comes over says they rang up the wrong vodka and the martins were changed to $34 after being told they were comping them. Needless to say we left hungry, frustrated and disappointed. Do yourself a favor.... Avoid this restaurant read more
6 months ago
Ate breakfast at Lex Yard. I ordered pancakes and a smoothie. I received one pancake that was large and dense, so not traditional pancakes. After I received my order, I overheard another server explaining that to a group of diners that were just sat. I wish my waiter would have informed me before I ordered. The taste was fine, but I wouldn't get it again. The smoothie was delicious however. read more
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560 Lexington Ave
New York, NY 10022
Midtown East
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