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    STATE Grill and Bar

    4.2 (190 reviews)
    PriceyBars, New American
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Oysters on the Half Shell
    Keyla P.

    Loved this restaurant experience. The food and the ambiance were great as well as the service. Loved the empire themed details. The oysters were fresh and delicious. The crispy calamari were not my favorite due to the breading. Overall good and would be back.

    Susan G.

    Conveniently located inside the ESB, this spot is perfect for a team lunch. You don't need reservations, and there's usually no wait during lunchtime. The steak frites were good, and the salmon wasn't bad either. I'm looking forward to trying the lobster rolls next time. The service was excellent.

    Grilled Branzino ($34+ for Lunch)
    Sawako Y.

    State Grill and Bar is right on the 1st floor of the Empire State Building and is a great happy hour spot for after work. They don't have sparkling wine for happy hour, but do have wine for $9+ and beers for $7+. Also from Monday to Friday, they have daily happy hour cocktails for $12+. Wednesday is my favorite, which is Aperol Spritz. This week, I came here for a work lunch, which was very nice. The Grilled Branzino ($34+) was delicious and the service was wonderful. It may be pricey for everyday use, but I would highly recommend for a business meal.

    Cocktails. Cute martini glass with an Empire State building stem!
    Nissa M.

    I've been twice. Once for dinner and once for Happy Hour. Food and service are great. Traditional American food on the menu with a twist. Upscale restaurant without feeling too stuffy. Very welcoming.

    Grilled Shrimp
    Chrissy F.

    This place was so amazing ..there's not one bad thing to say about it. I'm very glad I found this gem. and I will be back. The food the food here is too die for. Everything here down to the service is five star. My daughter and I had the best brunch here ever. The staff is the best and the restaurant is super beautiful.

    Salmon a la Plancha
    Kazi T.

    To start off: this restaurant is NOT located at the top of of the Empire State Building. We definitely did not look into this -- apparently, only valentines dinner is at the top. You will definitely get a nice view of the street though. Anyways, the drinks were very good and very strong. I will say the espresso martinis came in very cute empire state building glasses! The food here was surprisingly good. I thought the proportions were very reasonable and the appetizers were great to share. I got the Campanella pasta which was just added to the menu a week ago and normally I'm not a fan of peas in pasta, but I will say this pasta was top notch, especially if you're a fan of crab. The assorted cookies were a night light dessert to share with the table. The service here was pretty decent as well. Our waiter was friendly and gave his honest opinion to the questions we asked. Overall, I think this restaurant is probably one of those spots you go to once for the experience just to cross off the list. I would most likely not go back, but if you're a tourist visiting the empire state building then this could be a spot you go to afterwards.

    Organic Grain Bowl
    Veronika K.

    Had great time. Very nice food and tasty! Great cocktails and even better chocolate desert! Was worth it to stop by for a first time coz I'm sure I will be visiting this place again soon!

    Crispy Calamari and fries

    Dont usually go into these nice restaurants, but was a special occasion. The hostess and waitress were both super nice, and our waitress was extremely attentivel. small but to the point menu, pricing was not bad at all (except for the $13 thing of fries). As an app, we got the fresh sourdough loaf with rosemary butter. Was absolutely delicious. Crispy and flaky outside, soft and warm middle. For dinner, nothing really jumped out at me on the dinner menu, so i wound up doing an order of the Crispy Calamari. Was not over breaded, and cooked perfectly. The sauce was delicious and not over powering. Very good experience overall.

    Dinner set up
    Victoria S.

    I hosted a dinner for ~30 individuals individuals for a company dinner and I was very pleased! I worked with the team ahead of time (Kirk is amazing) to plan the menu and everything went off perfectly. Menu highlights are definitely the Braised short rib, Sticky toffee pudding, and the rolls. Definitely book them for your next corporate event!

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    5 months ago

    Nice lunch spot for a business or friend lunch. They have great salads and mains, but it's not inexpensive.

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    Was good food and plesant waiter who explained about NewYork They thecked on us from time to time

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    2 years ago

    Over the top service and the food was delicious too. It made a great impression on us of New York City!

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    2 years ago

    This place sucks never going back.wasted time and money for nothing food terrible service terrible

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    4 years ago

    The steak is fantastic. Super juicy and tasty. The customer service was great and the drinks were amazing.

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    Can I get a table by a window in order to get a nice view or is it an internal restaurant without windows?

    It's a restaurant on street level, yes you can ask for window seats, but your view is just looking at other stores.

    On the website it has menus for observatory breakfast and breakfast. What's the difference? Room?

    Hi F.S., Thank you for reaching out to us! Please note we are located on the ground floor of the… Read more

    In order to eat here do you need to also buy an entry ticket into the Empire State Building? Or can you just buy a lunch or dinner voucher?

    Hi Ashley O., Thank you for your interest in dining with us! You may join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner without having to purchase tickets to the Empire State Building… Read more

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    4.4(195 reviews)
    0.6 miMidtown West, Hell's Kitchen
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    Came here on a whim after a long day, just looking for a fun, laid-back night out. From the moment…read morewe arrived, the staff at the door were super welcoming and encouraged us to try out their breaking glass activity. Check-in was quick and easy, and even though it was a full house for a Saturday night, we were still able to find seats without an issue. The space was definitely lively and a bit crowded, but there was still enough room to move around comfortably. Our bartender was really sweet and made great drinks , the cranberry vodka and Long Island were both spot on. We didn't pay extra for the additional glasses to smash, but the six cups included were enough to make the experience fun and satisfying for a casual night. I can see why people would want to buy a full bucket though as it definitely adds to the excitement. The crowd was respectful, and the bathrooms were decently clean, which is always a plus. Overall, a great spot for an stress-relieving, spontaneous night out!

    I came here for an event, and the drinks were amazing. Mikey and Austin really hooked me up. I…read moredidn't know how much I needed to throw glass at people that I didn't like. It was such a great release. This is a great place to come to let off some steam and get some drinks in. I will absolutely come back. I enjoyed my time. It's a nice bar not too big and the break room is secluded and safe. Don't forget your glasses.

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    4.4(45 reviews)
    0.7 miMidtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Theater District

    Been doing "Dive Bars" in NYC for decades, so I thought I'd stop in based on the 4.5* ratings. I…read moreWAS BLOWN AWAY! There is nothing like this place! I had the good fortune of being taken care of by Adam, the owner, an extremely welcoming and knowledgeable host. The bourbon selection is absolutely 10/10. He has vintage and specialty bottles, all priced clearly by the oz., that are really beyond imagination. Trust me on this one.. you WILL NOT be disappointed. After savoring 4 vintage bourbons, I had their very delicious Reuben with onion rings. Cannot wait to return!

    Ok if you wanna ball on a budget and be in midtown come here! $9 for a freaking burger? Unheard of…read moreanywhere in the city unless you know a guy. The mozzarella sticks said 5 of them but we got four of them. They were good none the less. ::bathroom alert:: Very clean bathroom. I was very happy about this because I had just ate. There was tons of soap, it smelled nice in there. The beer and shot special under $10 in the city? Haven't seen that in awhile. The beers are super cheap here as well. They feel like old NY prices! Can't complain. They have four booths in the back maybe it was three. I did notice one of the hanging lights was from an 80s pizza hut joint. Letting you know now the paper towels for your face at the table felt like jail toliet paper, very rough. The bar doesn't have bar stools with backs! You either need to get one or two tables by their mini kitchen, very hot there not recommended for preimenopause or menopausal women or one of the booths. This is a great bar they played 60s music a lot. Heard some weird al too! Very random and fun place to be. The bartender was nice as well as security! Try the burger! Worth the $9!!

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    Local 42 - Every one was better than the next. Worth every penny.

    Every one was better than the next. Worth every penny.

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    3.5(15 reviews)
    0.7 miMidtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Theater District

    What a great place and the views are great. What made our time was a wonderful waitress named…read moreAlyssa. I am a wing lover. The wings were amazing. Her drink suggestions were wonderful. Great spot to hang out with amazing photo ops

    This place has so much potential it's honestly a little offensive that it's not living up to it…read more Like... you walk in and you feel like something should be happening. The energy is right there, hovering, but it never actually lands. It's giving "almost iconic" but not quite--like a party that never fully starts. And that's what gets me. Because this bar could EASILY be that spot. The kind people plan their week around. Where are the themed nights? Where's the drama? The chaos? Give me a reason to come back on a random Wednesday. Do a city-event tie-in, a holiday takeover, literally anything that makes it feel alive instead of just... existing. Because right now it feels like a missed opportunity wearing a cute outfit. BUT--let's talk about the one thing they absolutely did not fumble: the view. The VIEW??? Insane. Genuinely stunning. The kind of view that makes you pause mid-sentence and remember you're in New York and not just spiraling in your own life choices. It's carrying the entire experience on its back, respectfully. So yeah. I'd come back... but mostly for the view and the potential. If they ever decide to actually do something with this space? It could be dangerous (in a good way). Until then, it's vibes... just not fully realized ones.

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    My coworkers and I were looking for a lunch spot after attending a trade show at the Javits Center…read moreand stumbled across The Yard's Pub a few blocks away. We asked if we could have the stool window seats that face the sidewalk. The windows were open and we had a nice view of the busy street outside. I ordered a buffalo chicken salad ($20) and a glass of Pinot Grigio off the happy hour menu ($10). I was pleasantly surprised to see that their happy hour begins at 12pm and goes all the way until 8pm! The salad was a generous size and filled me up. Service was great and our waitress checked in on us a few times. A great Irish pub with delicious food and reasonable prices! Buffalo Chicken Salad: 5/5 Pinot Grigio: 5/5

    So happy to have stumbled in on a rainy Monday afternoon!…read more *Beautiful bar and cool atmosphere with the playlist and decor (colors, tile-work, textures) -- TVs everywhere and ample seating available: booths, long bar, tables in the back. *Different Happy Hours: 12pm-8pm Mon-Sun: $10 margs and wine + All Day one w/ $6 house draft/shots/Miller High Lifes and bucket specials + a daily printed slip of food specials *Large menu and variety so you'll definitely find something for every taste. Traditional bar fare apps, burgers & sandwiches, flatbreads, Irish entrees, salads, sides, options for kids, etc. Ordered: Nachos as is + Fried Pickle Chips + Fish n Chips w/ minted (whole) peas, fries, coleslaw + house draft + 2 Smithwicks drafts + a Guinness on draft. In love with all the food and drinks. They offer malt vinegar for the fries on the side which is crucial. Perfect pours on the beers from the bartender, big portions. Our waitress Cathy (or Kathy) was awesome! Checked in on us but not obtrusively, was so friendly and personable, helpful, funny, and really took care of us for lunch. *They're open LATE -- til 2AM most nights, 3AM Fridays and Saturdays.* My partner said: "I loved the private environment even on a busy street, the vibes, selection, our waitress, the bar and decor, our food, even the house draft beer which was only $6 and described as light but was really refreshing." come visit!!

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    Dear Irving on Hudson Rooftop Bar - Gorgeous sunset

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    0.6 miMidtown West, Theater District, Hell's Kitchen

    Beautiful rooftop bar on the west side. It's dark and cozy inside; invites intimate conversation…read more The cocktail selection is great, a wide range of tart and tangy to sweet and smooth. The service at Dear Irving is top notch, they are reliable and quick. They understand the difference between providing privacy and providing assistance. Great date night spot.

    As I've said previously, I try to avoid midtown. It's congested and touristy and the restaurants…read moreare usually just not that great. But Irving on Hudson is an exception. The view is gorgeous and sweeping. The service is attentive and professional. The drinks are sophisticated. I ended up here because I saw a video about their gin and tonic. Sounds simple, but it's one of my favorite drinks, and I'm always looking for someone who can do it well. I ordered their "dear G&T" and it was a fruity, complex riff on my old favorite. I also got the foreign forage, "a bourbon smash with a mint zing." It was also a delicious take on a classic. They have several types of cocktails, all broken down by spirit and flavor profile. They also offer a lot of spirits made in New York State. They have cocktails with earthy notes, fruity notes, fancy martinis, and a section boasting limited edition and special spirits, if you're "feeling fancy" and wanna cough up 35 bucks instead of 20 or 25! They have a bar snacks menu (sliders, nuts, and the like). I had their thick cut fries and they were light, seasoned, and tasty. I couldn't stop eating them. Midtown or not, I highly recommend this spot, which also has a couple other locations, including Gramercy.

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