We celebrated our wedding anniversary at The Clocktower, and it was truly one of the highlights of our entire trip. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with champagne, which immediately set the tone for a special evening. Our server, Daniel, was beyond amazing. He was warm, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making our anniversary meaningful. It never felt forced just thoughtful, polished hospitality. The team went above and beyond when we brought our wedding cake (which had been frozen for a year). Not only did they accommodate it without hesitation, they helped decorate and present it beautifully you would have thought it had been baked that same day. It was such a touching moment for us, and they handled it with care and enthusiasm. As for the food: incredible. The steak tartare was perfectly balanced and beautifully prepared. The tuna was fresh and vibrant. And the Beef Wellington... honestly one of the best I've had in New York City. Perfectly cooked, rich, elegant, and absolutely worthy of a celebration dinner. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance: romantic, warm, refined but relaxed. It felt special without being stiff. If you're looking for a place to celebrate something meaningful, this is it. We will absolutely return. read more

The Clocktower in Nomad is a contemporary British restaurant serving elevated tavern classics overlooking Madison Square Park. We started with the steak tartare with Melba toast and caviar. For entrees we had the creamy cavatelli with maitake and squash. We finished off with a gorgeous sticky toffee pudding served with bourbon vanilla ice cream and crunchy toffee pieces. We loved the grandeur of the space and the cozy fireplace. It makes for an ideal business dinner setting read more

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Went for my birthday the restaurant us extremely dark and small. The service wasnt the best took a very long time for someone to take our order no only that but I asked for my left overs to be packed which was the beef wellington and they threw out one half of the steak I started eating and my vegetables and with a price point of 128 I would like all of my leftovers. I wouldn't return and I should of read reviews before I went I will not return. The scallops were delicious and the not colada cocktail but at that price point to not being given my food and proper service is a shame.The fish was OK and the sticky toffee was delicious. read more

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We went for brunch on a Saturday. It is located on the 2nd floor of the Edition hotel. The interior is lovely with high ceilings, interesting photos, a fireplace, and gorgeous hardware on the doors. If you're looking for a quiet space to hang out and talk with friends, this is it. The restaurant consists of several rooms including a bar and a room with a pool table. On our visit there were only one or two other tables taken. The service was very good and we all enjoyed our meals. The breakfasts come with a side salad full of leafy greens and herbs. The shrimp in the shrimp cocktail were large and crisp. The potatoes that came with the egg dishes were delicious with the perfect amount of salt. read more

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Let me start by saying that it is beautiful inside. The dark wood and photos are reminiscent of an old school NY steakhouse. The bar was also stunning but closed. I have been wanting to do Sunday brunch for full English breakfast for quite some time. The food was fine and so were the drinks. Service was good. I was expecting it to be a vibe being in the Edition but it just wasn't. We were one of only like 3 tables there. Probably don't need to return. read more

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This place was so good the first time I was here I had to return. Their beef Wellington is now "advertised" as Beef Wellington for 2, no longer a single portion. While I want to try something new here the Wellington is just too good to not get. This restaurant is very expensive so it is definitely a special occasion type of restaurant. Service is excellent! You will not be disappointed when dining here as this is one of my favorite restaurants in Manhattan. read more

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This is the second time we've been to Clocktower and it's easily one of our favorite meals in the city! It's pricey but perfect for a special occasion meal as the service is top notch. We made a reservation for 8pm on a Saturday and it was busy since they seemed to have a few private events going on. We sat in a different dining room than last time which was louder than I remember. Our server was excellent. We ordered the beef Wellington for 2 for $128 and two glasses of red wine. Glasses of wine range between $23-31. Our server was transparent and let us know the Wellington takes 45-55 min to cook. It only ended up taking about 30 min to arrive and it was worth the wait. The beef is so tender and the mashed potatoes were buttery and smooth. It was a little salty for my liking but thankfully the servers were constantly refilling my water glass. They even gave us complimentary champagne at the end of our meal and a card on our table since we were celebrating our anniversary. Overall, another incredible meal! read more

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My partner and I came here to get drinks and kill time before dinner so I can only speak on the bar and not the food. The bar was across from the restaurant in a separate room. The main bar area was connected to a billiards room with some additional seating. I loved the ambiance, the decor was sophisticated and interesting and the space felt intimate and calm. My partner and I enjoyed our drinks and played billiards, alternating rounds with a group of guys that were hanging out there too. They were friendly and the atmosphere was nice. My partner ordered the Ambassador and I ordered the Milk Punch per the bartenders recommendation. Looking at the menu I didn't know what I should get so I asked the bartender for recommendations and he was very knowledgeable and let me try a sample of the tequila used in the Milk Punch. I was a big fan of it, it had a tart yogurty flavor kinda similar to Milkis or other Asian yogurty flavored drinks. I had a sip of the Ambassador and it was also pretty good, I enjoyed snacking on the dried pear afterwards. read more

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This place is ok in terms of decor and location. The food is average and the service leaves room for improvement. We had a reservation for 7:30PM and we arrived promptly. We were not seated until 7:45PM. The restaurant itself is pretty small, one room for the dining tables and another room for the bar, plus a small room with a pool table. They are having restaurant week but did not give us the restaurant week menu so I had to ask for it. I'm a vegetarian and the vegetarian options are limited in entrees down to a pasta dish or a risotto dish featured for restaurant week. I didn't see any vegan options. The cocktail menu is small but I ordered a Ritual. It was good. I opted not to do the restaurant week menu because I didn't want risotto. I had the agnolotti from the regular menu which was pretty good. The other members in my party were lukewarm on the food. Two members ordered steak cooked different ways but when their steaks come out, they were cooked pretty much the same. They give you free bread to start and that was actually very good with salt butter. If you wanted more, there was a $5 up charge. We each had dessert. I had a salted caramel custard bar, everyone else had the restaurant week desserts including the ice cream and the panna cotta. I think we all enjoyed the dessert but it was not anything groundbreaking. They have an abundance of waitstaff and they cleared plates pretty quickly, even before we were done with them for the bread. We had to ask the server to bring us new plates for the second bread course. There are two bathrooms located in the restaurant. The space is accessible by elevator. You have to enter on the 24th Street side and use the elevator bank to go to the restaurant. The door staff on the ground floor of the hotel were very nice. The hotel bar in the lobby seems nice too. The food is not cheap but the value and quality is just not there. You can have better food for the same price in other restaurants in midtown. Each course took a while to come out too. We were there over two hours with most of it spent waiting on food. Overall a pretty average experience. I don't think I'd come back for dinner, but I'd consider coming to the bar for a drink. The bar area doesn't have many seats other than a few at the bar itself. read more

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Great atmosphere and very oldie style decorations very intimate Food was great exquisite and delicious Service was excellent the waiters and managers were very attentive and friendly. read more

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We had a wonderful experience for my husband's birthday! From the moment we walked in, they made sure to make him feel special. All our food and drinks were delicious, and in an intimate room that left us feeling pampered. read more

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I like The Clocktower because the ambiance is cute and the vibe is swanky but laid back. I often bring out of town friends here. The food is good, especially for brunch, and I recommend the fruit salad and the apple crumble muffin, which is excellent. The cappuccinos are pretty good and their brunch cocktails are too- I recommend the proper buzzin. The only downside is the service is very, very slow. I was there recently with a group and it took a long time to take our drink order, then a long time to get our drinks, and then an even longer time for someone to come back and take our food order. We were in no time crunch, so it was fine, but something to note. read more

Not the biggest fan of English food but still had a good experience here with my family. Shepherds Pie is my favorite dinner entree here. Good food but nothing special. Great ambience at the historic Clock Tower which is a landmark itself. read more

Ambiance is impeccable. The cool design, color palette, photographs, pool table are all aspirational on so many levels. When we came it was quiet since it was towards the end of brunch. But it was just right - we had a great conversation and shared good food. Scottish egg..recommend! Fish and chips..proper and good! We wanted a mid day bite and that's what we got. The sauce for the fish and chips was unexpected..it was a sort of Indian fusion. The servers were prompt, nothing good or bad to say other than we got our food in a good time frame. I loved dining here. I'd definitely come back to try more dishes. And I'd imagine dinner here is stellar too. read more

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This review is for brunch. I ate there with friends today and we all left full and very content. To start with, this place is hard to find if you don't know, as I didn't, that it is on the second floor of the Edition Hotel, the door to which is on the south side of 24th Street just East of Madison. There is a set of doorways on Madison Avenue (where you'd expect to find 5 Madison Avenue) with letters on the building wall that say "The Clocktower," but those doors are locked. There is no sign to direct you around the corner. Around the corner on 24th Street, there is an awning that says, Edition, but no sign that says "The Clocktower." I ended up going into the Edition and asking the doorman whether he knew where the restaurant was. The setting is stunning. The rooms are all paneled in gorgeous dark wood paneling, and the walls are full of historic photographs. We could have spent an hour just looking at the pictures. We ordered the pastry basket and entrees. Two of us ordered eggs benedict and the third person ordered the English breakfast. I had expected the pastry basket to come as we were waiting for the food to be prepared, but it was actually set down on the table right after the food was served. By that point, we really didn't need it since we each proceeded to eat our hot entree first and by the end, weren't really hungry enough to justify the pastry basket. Finishing my entree didn't stop me from trying everything in the pastry basket (though it probably should have). The pumpkin (or maybe it was carrot) muffin was tasty and moist, the plain croissant was fresh and warm, and the pecan croissant, was really good if you like very sweet things. The pecan croissant was almost honey-soaked, Like a cross between a croissant, a danish, and baklava. The scone, on the other hand, was mealy and dry. Oddly, or maybe not, given the oncoming storm, the restaurant was practically empty. I think maybe 3 tables were occupied. That made for a nice quiet place for catch up conversation. I'm not sure what the acoustics would be like if the place was full. Wheelchair accessibility note: Fully accessible. An elevator leads from the lobby to restaurant on the second floor, and there is at least one wheelchair friendly bathroom on the second floor as well. read more

Clocktower is located on the second floor, right above a bar. It was surprising that they were not booked out for a friday night. The decor was nice, it was dark but kinda of fit in with the whole vibe. We were seated right away and service was great. Only complaint was that I waited a really long time for my first cocktail. The complimentary bread and butter was pretty nice. We started with the tuna tartare, the spicy mayo was very unique in terms that I have never had this combination at other places. But my boyfriend and I both agreed that we had wish there were some sort of cracker or chips with it. The seared scallops were perfectly done, the grapes added a little sweet ting to the whole dish. And the cauliflower puree was exceptional. We ended with the beef wellington and I had to say was a great way to end the night. The mashed potatoes was really good. The greens were cut in different proportions which was kind of annoying. The wellington itself was kinda salty but because it was good overall I didn't take any points off. read more

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Went for restaurant week. At first was put off by the super-noisy bar but the hostess was great about accommodating us. Meal was very leisurely. Host/manager was also lovely. Would definitely return. read more

Ambiance was excellent and food was decent but the service was subpar. We waited 27 minutes from when they cleared our appetizers to when they brought us our main courses. No explanation or check in from the waiter at all. We tried to get his attention and he was avoiding our eye contact. After he dropped off our desserts he disappeared. We had to get another waiter to bring our check. Really unbelievable. read more

Disclaimer: if I was judging just the complimentary bread and butter, it would be 5/5. We had like 3 loaves of that with the salted butter, and it is one of the best bread and butter I've had ever. However, the beef Wellington was a bit of a let-down. The beef in the Wellington was of good quality. However, I wish the mushroom duxelles were a bit more flavourful and the pastry felt undercooked and overly thick. The fish in the tomato broth was quite good, the broth was creamy and tangy. I was not a huge fan of the desserts, in particular the sticky toffee pudding. The sticky toffee pudding was a hard sticky, like biting into caramel. I was expecting and would much prefer the moist toffee cake. The flavors of the desserts were good and very creative, and the presentation was great however. The service was super good and attentive especially with my obscene bread and butter requests. And the ambiance was super classy, especially with the beautiful staircase. Overall, for the pretty hefty price, I would not come back (well maybe I would just for the bread and butter). read more

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Loved this hotel bar (and I wasn't even staying here). Really cute decor and the drinks are delicious. The staff was super attentive and there were plenty of open seats on a Saturday night. read more

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I was served fried eggs that were blatantly undercooked. The whites never congealed and sat on the plate as a translucent, jelly-like mass. The eggs would not slide at all, so I removed the rest of the food just to keep it from touching them. Only then did I see what was underneath: a deep pool of black, bitter grease left behind by other items on the plate. The eggs themselves were not even cooked enough to have browned or crisped. They were simply placed onto an already greasy plate and sent out. I did not eat the dish. I left it untouched and walked out. This is not a subtle flaw or a matter of preference. It is basic execution. Undercooked eggs sitting in someone else's burnt grease would be unacceptable at a diner. At these prices, in a space that clearly wants to project luxury, it is embarrassing. If a restaurant cannot handle a fried egg cleanly and intentionally, there is no reason to trust anything else coming out of the kitchen. read more

We visited on a Friday night with a last-minute booking. We arrived early and grabbed a drink at the bar before being seated. There's also a pool area, which adds a nice, friendly touch to the venue. I found out they used to have a Michelin star but lost it in 2022--makes me wonder why. The restaurant is located on the second floor, though I had expected it to be inside the clocktower itself! We were welcomed with some bread and butter to start. For our meal, we ordered the tuna tartare, fish and chips, beef Wellington for 2, and panna cotta for dessert. The beef Wellington was definitely the highlight--perfectly cooked and full of flavor. However, we felt the plating of the tuna tartare could have been better. The panna cotta was a great way to end the meal, with the raspberry sorbet adding a refreshing tartness to balance the sweetness. The service was on the slower side, but I got the sense they wanted us to relax and take our time, so it worked out fine for a leisurely evening. read more

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Breakfast edition : I haven't eaten here since they opened. This is one of the most sumptuous rooms in Manhattan in the Editor hotel. It's beyond English drawing room lux. Ate and drank: Egg white omelette plus ratatouille $21 Pain au chocolat $5 Currant scone $4 Drip coffee $5 Just eating here feels special and it is. I love ratatouille and salad with my egg whites and this was a splashy treat. Skip the croissants and get the scone it's incredible! This is a Stephen Starr production & one of the best breakfast experiences albeit pricey in Manhattan. read more

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The Edition's Clocktower possesses an ambiance difficult to come by in the day to day. As if taking a step through a Time Machine, the timeless masterpiece of scrumptious delicacy and taste is a dim-lit, mystical, and calming space for all whom stop by. Such a classic and tasteful setting, yet with a modern twist, and talented chefs and hard-working connoisseurs alike of industry professionals, brings one to sanctuary close to that of NYC paradise. Cheers. read more

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Good food. Was a little odd dining at such a nice place with hotel guests there as well in hoodies and sneakers. For the price and the ambiance, would've appreciated a stricter dress code. Lots of influencers shining their camera lights read more

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(Dined 12/10/2022 SA @ 6:30pm): I looked everywhere and couldn't recall a clock in this "tower" restaurant in New York's Flatiron District! The Clocktower was the choice for my dear friend to celebrate her milestone 40th birthday with a party of four. Drawn by the interior photos and an Old World classic sensibility, would happy memories be made before the clock struck midnight!? PURCHASE Bread (Comp.): This freshly-baked round mound was so nice we had it twice https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=wlunf_qg3yrfsUsTVQ3yDQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw! God Save The Quince Cocktail ($19.00): Made with Kettle One Vodka, blanc vermouth, spiced quince, and lemon juice, this was a vibrant sweet elixir with a twist of tartness that went down smoothly https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=DXuu8t0R2TLBE_DGnAaB7g&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. 2021 Domaine De La Foret Gasselin Sancerre Loire Sauvignon Blanc 750ml Bottle ($88.00): A real cork, light yellow color, slight oak sweet aroma, low body, oak sweet tropical flavor, crisp finish, oak sweet aftertaste, and low astringency https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=SwL3q9Jx_1e75QdlsDvKqg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Shellfish Platter ($65.00): A seafood spread of 1/2 Maine lobster, 6 medium-sized shrimp, and 6 oysters along with melted butter and other accoutrements, this was a nice starter sampler with everything chilled and fresh https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ekj_yKjPkyGZhrYRLP8_Dw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Crispy Brussels Sprouts In Bacon Maple Vin ($12.00): This was a fragrant but somewhat cluttered side dish. However, it still tasted wonderful with a slight tartness from the vinaigrette https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=TI4Qv-uWqDKaYtzOZgICHQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Macaroni & Cheese w/Wild Mushrooms and Slow-Cooked Ox Cheek ($19.00): This was far too fancy and not what I expected. More of a sample pasta dish, I liked the flavors but failed on portion, presentation, and price https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=nrFIfNV0msK30W83Kd3FXQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Berkshire Pork Chop w/Bubble and Squeak Cake, Apple and Fennel Salad ($34.00): A small but meaty tender portion, I could've done with less plating and more portion because I felt the effects were minimal and didn't add much to the meal. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=OH8OX-zJoit3svaOB43TdA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw. Chocolate Temptation Hazelnut & Caramel ($18.00): Two bulbous dollops of my favorite sweets - yes, please https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=AlSL3GcqMvrP-vqjz94YnA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw! After Eight Baked Alaska ($24.00): A wonderful combination of mint and chocolate flavors after an initial flame show - yummy https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=aOfqEgxk6ytI-FVNAOiRRQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw! SERVICE Online reservations through OpenTable was a snap. When we arrived in the downstairs lobby, we were directed up the spiral staircase to the next level. Warmly greeted by a host, he quickly had someone show us to our table, provided menus, had water poured for us, and gave us time to settle in. Once we ordered, the rest of the evening was calm, relaxing, and not rushed at all as each drink and dish came out perfectly timed. The service was impeccable - cheers! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance) About a 30-minute Lyft ride due to traffic from Jersey City. Otherwise, I didn't see any lots but believed there were random spots along the main drag of Madison Ave. and all surrounding streets as well as a plethora of nearby subway stations - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A posh somewhat cramped space (there was the main dining room https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=E6jUCExrNjatVn9B0N7Q5g&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw, a bar, a pool table room, and alcoves) heavily decorated with framed pictures https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Ao9Ekur-fZwn44KAHxARtQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw that gave it an old rustic gentlemens club feel. Minimal natural lighting came through the windows while dim electric ceiling lights and table candles filled in the rest. I honestly couldn't recall any TVs nor background music. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Jb0Qfms3M5H8_xYfzYY0sg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE I was dressed in a suit and dress shoes. Otherwise, business casual would be the bare minimum. OVERALL We had a lovely time at The Clocktower and would consider another visit. The drinks/food were very good, the fanciness was lost on me, the prices reasonably digestible, the service amazing, and the experience was fun to enjoy with others. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $245.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS read more

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I was very excited to dine in here last Saturday. The menu of upscale English food sounded delicious. Unfortunately, we were met with an extremely limited menu. They were out of the scotch egg, the Wagyu steak and the beef Wellington. On a Saturday night I found this quite disappointing. In addition, we did not get any of our appetizers until almost 45 minutes after we ordered. When our main meals came we ordered another bottle of wine and it took them 30 minutes and once we were done eating to tell us they were out of that wine. The staff was very nice. It just fell flat for a nice evening out. read more

This is a hidden gem! It's located on the second floor of the Edition Hotel. When standing in the park, look for the building with the clock and you'll spot it right away. lol. Three of us went for brunch and we all enjoyed our meals... crab cakes and avocado toast, and bloody Marys. Service was friendly and well paced. Afterwards we moved to the bar and enjoyed some cocktails. The greenpoint and marayuca were awesome. I could've had 10 of them but I didn't. The space is bit dark but fun and there's a room with a pool table. I recommend popping in for food or drinks or both. read more

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Incredibly disappointed in my first ever visit to this restaurant last night. I went excited to dine on the beef Wellington, only to be told after being seated that they were out of that for the evening and the other steak was also not available. The waitress offered a burger as a substitute. When I go to a steak house I expect to be able to order steak, not having entrees at 8pm is a very disappointing business model. read more

Wow! We had such a terrific experience here! If you make it there before your reservation, there is a bar when you walk in, one upstairs too and a pool table upstairs. The staircase is so pretty. The dining area too is so beautiful and takes you back in time. Their service was impeccable! They were on point and so friendly. We loved our waiter! Now, let's talk about their food! Everything we ordered was delicious! The portions were decently sized and I really like how they spaced out each course. We weren't rushed and we were able to enjoy each selection without feeling stuffed. I really like how they showed us the beef Wellington before it was cooked and I also enjoyed watching their Baked Alaska presentation. Everything was absolutely perfect from start to finish! We also had time to play a game of pool! read more

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I found something special in every bite here. Staff handling of needs is flawless. It is hard to find similar food anywhere else in the city. Their design makes dining special. I recommend experiencing this place directly. read more

So I dated a guy that seemed to have gotten a cheat cheat on how to chase me away. After two/three bad dates in a row, he finally took me here for a drink. Men, all us women in their thirties want is a nice place to drink cocktails. After you've snagged them, make them do things they don't like and such... Anyways, I recall the drinks being delicious here. I remember asking the guy what the name of the place was so I can go back one day. Fast forward to last week, a senior manager at my job who I got very close to was in town. Every time she is in town, she stays at the hotel this is located in so it just made sense to have dinner here. There was a very creepy old man that kept trying to squeeze into our conversation that sort of made me want to get the hell out of there as soon as possible, but everything else was good. We got the following. - Celery like based soup: When the plate showed up, it showed up with a few mushrooms in the middle of a large plate. I had no idea what the heck that was and my senior manager and I looked at each other so confused. Then they poured the thick broth, which made so much more sense. It was a good laughing moment. The soup was fine, but I really didn't like the celery like flavor that lingered every bite. I didn't finish my soup to be honest. - Crab cake: the creepy guy suggested this and I am grateful for his creepiness. This was delicious! Crispy based with crab in the middle. We shared this, but can easily have this on my own. - Halibut: this was delicious! I love a good poached fish moment. Staff is good. They do up sale a lot which was a bit annoying. How much food can one eat at 7 pm on a Wednesday? I gave this place three stars because I feel like I haven't had a chance to really give their menu a try. What I had was good, but I am dying to try the beef wellington. Stay tuned for an updated review. read more

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Visited initially for the restaurant week experience. But to our surprise, we were not offered the restaurant week menu until requested. Moreover, none of the recommended/signature dish is in the restaurant week menu. So we decided to go with the regular menu. Overall, the taste is basically align with expectation and all dishes are a little bit salty to me. Scallop is tender and I like the combination with yellow beets and cauliflowers. Beef Wellington is what we came for. It's quite large portion (I eventually only ate half of it). The flavors are good and again just slightly salty to me (especially the mushroom) Shishito pepper - a side dish; quite satisfied with the portion given the price. We were informed there is no asparagus today and shishito pepper is a substitute. This pepper doesn't have any spicy taste but has the freshness. A good buddy to the beef. Plus, this is the only one I don't think it's salty. Dessert is Toffle pudding - a bit too sweet to me; quite pretty in look (remember to have your phone ready earlier if you would like to take a pic or video when the toffle is poured) read more

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Such attention to flavor! The employees' service was memorable. I suggest trying their tasty menu items. We're delighted we came across this spot! Check out this restaurant's food. read more

Excellent refined take on British fare in a beautiful setting that makes you feel like you are sitting in a dimly lit parlor. The fare is wonderful - we enjoyed every single dish and I highly recommend trying the Beef Wellington and pork chop. The meats are tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked to a medium rare, and the accompaniments are the perfect foil. I also would get a side of the oxtail mac and cheese, and the Shepherd's Pie, if you have stomach space. The tandoori chicken is good but didn't really stand out. Service is fine - until it starts getting busy - and then you basically will need to do a tap dance to get anyone's attention. Docking off a star for an otherwise 5-star experience. We came for my birthday and that was noted on the reservation but pretty much ignored. It's a good option in a beautiful hotel in Flatiron so worth a trek BUT come at an off-hour or you may be waiting a while for a very low-touch service experience that is not the norm at a Stephen Starr venue. read more

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I really hate to rub salt on the wound, but I can kind of see why Clocktower lost its Michelin star. It LOOKS Michelin-caliber, but it certainly doesn't taste or feel Michelin-caliber. My Celeriac Soup was gross. Pungent and bitter in a way that I didn't know celeriac could be, even with trumpet mushrooms thrown in. They presented it strangely too, placing the bowl with the ingredients down first, then taking 5+ min to retrieve the broth and pour it over said ingredients. We were so confused during those 5 minutes, wondering where our server had wandered off to, and also, was this some kind of dry, broth-less soup no one had ever heard of? The other dishes were better, with the pork chops being the highlight of the night. Unfortunately, the service issues kept happening, culminating in our server bringing over 5 dessert menus for 6 people, completely overlooking our sixth person. When she asked why she hadn't been given a menu, he stammered a response that made it clear he just hadn't noticed her--even though she was sitting at the front of our table and was the closest to him. She was so upset at being forgotten, she asked to leave the dinner early--and we left with her in solidarity. The restaurant is very Instagrammable in that old NYC money kind of way, and the well-dressed clientele certainly reflect that. But all the crown molding and EMP-neighboring in the world can't make up for poor acoustics that echo and amplify EVERY sound to the point of cacophony, making it absolutely impossible for a party of 6 seated in a corner to hear each other. Between that, the service issues and the lackluster food, The Clocktower talks the talk but can't walk the walk. read more

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I really hate to do this, but I must downgrade The Clocktower from 5 to 3 stars. I can see why they lost their Michelin star. Let me explain: if we had never been here before, we would have been perfectly happy with our experience on Saturday night. However, if you read my previous review you'll see that our visit in 2021 was virtually perfect. Let me get into what has changed: 1. The service. It was not bad. Not at all but this time around it lacked polish and was a little clumsy. All the servers were friendly and competent but the last time we felt like were being pampered by an entire brigade of top notch service that ran like a well oiled machine. One runner was polite and super friendly but at one point he came over to swipe the crumbs off our table and he elbowed my water glass. Also, he had long hair and he had two long bits of hair hanging off the front of his face that kind if brushed on my shoulder and near my face. This same service knocked very hard into my husband's shoulder. It could happen to anyone but it points to the lack of training and polish that was present at our last visit. 2. The food. It was meh. I had the Scotch egg and it was much smaller than expected because it turned out to be a quail egg. It tasted fine but the walnut ketchup was delicious. My husband has the butternut squash soup and that was excellent. It was complex with a nice balance of sweet and savory. For his entree he chose the beef Wellington. The portion exceptionally small given its price: $64. We were expecting an individual Wellington and he got a modest slice from a larger piece. For the price, it really should have been two. Although he said the dish was delicious. He just wished he had more. I tried the potatoes that came as a side and they were excellent. I ordered the fish and chips expecting a more elevated dish than what you would expect at a pub. It was fine. The batter on the fish was nothing special but the fish itself was fresh and well cooked. The triple cooked chips were something you would expect at a family chain restaurant. The tartar sauce was very good. For dessert my husband had the bruleed nutmeg cheesecake. I didn't try it but he said it was good, but once again, very small portion for $18. I had the baked Alaska and I didn't realize it was for two and it was huge. But the apple flavors were very good and they flambed it at the table which was a nice touch. All in all, we left very disappointed because it had slipped so far from our previous experience. I know it's highly rated but I think if people had known it in its prior form, maybe they would not rate it so high. So sad. I'll hold on to the memories of our first visit. read more

The Clocktower - Earl Grey Chocolate Torte in front, Banoffee Sundae in the middle, Warm Sticky Toffee Pudding. All delicious. - British Near Me - New York, New York

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Went here for my birthday dinner with my family. It is housed in the New York Edition hotel which is an actual clocktower on the 2nd floor. My family wanted to take me somewhere that was nice but didn't obliterate the bank so we saw the menu here and decided to try. We ordered the cabernet here to start it was very good, smooth and easy to drink. The sommelier came over to help us sort out a bottle. We started off with the scotch egg with walnut ketchup. This was my first scotch egg and it was delicious! The walnut ketchup paired perfectly with it. Really enjoyed! We then ordered starters which were the scallop and the crab cocktail tartine. The scallops were perfectly cooked and perfectly luscious. They were everything I wanted when biting into a scallop. The crab tartine was just so fresh and beauty of the delicious crab meat one the show but the whole piece of the tart helped get all the flavors to marinate that crab in the perfect bite. For mains we ordered the fish and chips, the halibut in lemon butter, the lamb shepherds pie and the tandoori chicken with basmati rice. The fish and chips were so moist instead with a thin crispy batter. The fries were nice and thick cut and just perfect. The halibut was perfectly moist and the lemon butter sauce helped it just melt in your mouth. The lamb shepherds pie was divine. It's very rich but so uber flavorful, a must try. Lastly the chicken was delicious with the best basmati rice with herbs, dried fruit, pistachio and other accompaniments. One of the best rice I've ever had. For dessert we ordered the sticky toffee pudding and the strawberry tart. The sticky toffee pudding was sweet and everything tasted and was exactly ad described. The strawberry tart was the only item I could've done without. The strawberry was in a meringue and not a tart filled with pastry cream. The best part of that dessert was the strawberry gelato on the side. This was a great experience with pleasant service, never felt rushed and great food. If the opportunity arose I would return. read more

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Yesterday, we celebrated my boyfriend's birthday at the restaurant, and while the food was good, our experience was overshadowed by the demeanor of our server, Eduardo, who made us feel uncomfortable by acting as though he was above us. A few examples would include: almost throwing the complimentary birthday dessert on the table as well as the check even we did not ask for it, we also asked him to pause on lighting the candle because we wanted to take a video but he ignored our wishes and lit it up anyways. Both my friend and I were sure to ask this vocally multiple times so he definitely heard us. We also advised him early on that I was allergic to almonds so anything with nuts I wanted to be extra careful, the complimentary birthday dessert had nuts and nothing was told to me until I bit into it already. The attention to detail lacked greatly and the human touch is not there which degrades the entire atmosphere of the restaurant. We will go back to the clocktower again because the food itself is good but Eduardo left a such an impression that I will ask that my server is NOT him when I return. I hope the management team will take steps to properly train their staff in customer service as this is crucial to any restaurant business. You can't have great food for with shitty service.. deducted 3 stars because of service. read more

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The area's dining options were incomplete until this opened. I've been sampling different items each time. Their staff accommodated my family's late arrival. The restaurant combines uniqueness with entertainment. My time here was fantastic. read more