Came on Saturday evening before going to a concert at MSG. Sat at the bar for drinks and food. The bartender was really nice and attentive which made the service good in my opinion. There was College football game playing and most guest seem to be young adults. I felt like there was upstairs seating but I could be wrong. Pornstar martini was tasty and had the right amount of alcohol. Had chicken sandwich that came with fries. Portion side was good in my opinion and I was definitely full. Chicken in the sandwich was fried and crispy with a sauce on it. read more

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Stopped in here before a comedy show at MSG. I was expecting (more like hoping) that service would be fast assuming that many others were going across the street to MSG but that wasn't the case. Our server was very nice but she was the only person working in the downstairs dining room. The food was pretty good - we had the NY Strip Steak sandwich with fries. read more

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Nice rooftop bar. I had no probably getting a seat. The staff was so attentive. Drinks arrived to the table super fast. Very views! The bar looks onto Madison Square. Consider rideshare or public trans, parking will be a pain. There are stairs to the rooftop. read more

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My friend and I came here on a total whim. I wasn't expecting much, since it was a pretty casual place, but the food was better than expected. The menu is pretty basic, mostly classic American and bar type dishes, so don't expect anything overly inventive. Still, I feel like it's more of a drinks spot, given the ambiance and bar vibes. The service was great and we had a great time here overall! I'd recommend if you're looking for an easy walk in. read more

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Food and service were both good here but the deafening volume of the music made it impossible to enjoy watching a football game. I thought a sports bar right next to MSG in midtown NYC would be a good spot to watch various college football games. Turned out to be a Clemson bar with that game on nearly every TV. With the music volume insanely high, we couldn't wait to finish our food and go elsewhere to enjoy the other games on. I couldn't understand how the Clemson crowd could even enjoy their game with the volume so high. We won't be back. read more

Stumbled upon this place outside the train station near MSG in NYC. Only had time for a drink while waiting for my train to Baltimore yet received excellent service by Karla. Adorable little restaurant with a nice bar, cool outdoor seating area, and fantastic service. read more

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Small, fashionable, somewhat sport-ish, and conveniently located bar. Happy hour all day till 6pm with select $12 cocktails, which were pretty good and not too sweet as I feared. Got the loaded nachos which didn't seem too loaded (all the cheese on top and not much else), def skip those. There's also an outside covered patio about 5 steps up, and a roof deck as well! Servers were very attentive. read more

We didn't even mean to eat here. More settled. Our walk around the city led us to this area. My intention was to get noodz close to this area, but we had walked about 5 miles and my feet were hurting. The rooftop option was what sold me, but unfortunately it wasn't even open yet. We decided to stay anyway because we really needed some nourishment. First off, the rosé was not it. We shared the wings, risotto and sprouts. The risotto was the only winner for me. The other two were whatever. read more

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This place is awful. We ordered the buffalo bite chicken bites. They were so hard. It was like eating rocks. The service was horrible as well. We were constantly flagging down our waitress. It was almost impossible to get a drink. I mean it's nice to be on the roof in the summer in New York City, but there's so many other better bars to go to also make sure you look at your check because there was all these hidden fees in my check plus the waitress decided to tip herself 22% and I had to change it and when I asked her bad she goes everyone tips 22% and right then in there I knew it . This place is a rip off definitely a tourist spot. 00 yes when I sat at the bar, I asked the bartender for a margarita and there was a $3.50 charge and the bartender said this was a charge for him to make your margarita and I said don't you get paid and you get tips and now you're charging me for making my margarita how crazy stupid and insane is this I will never be back here again read more

The Rutherford has great vibes and it is extremely convenient to MSG; however, this was honestly some of the worst food I've experienced in NYC. I am disappointed to say this because it is in such proximity to The Garden, and would be an excellent venue to patronize prior to a show. Yet if given the choice, I would not eat here again. My party of four decided to eat at the Rutherford because we were seeing Lady Gaga just next door. We made a same-day reservation by calling around noon. The res was for 5:30, and due to city traffic we were going to be late so we wanted to call out of courtesy. In the 35 minute ride from Hoboken to Manhattan, literally no one picked up the phone. After coming in here and experiencing the place for itself, I can see why - the service was awful. No one was outright unpleasant (although I do think the hostess judged my outfit for Gaga a little, lol), but just not attentive whatsoever. Three out of four of the party went to sit at the venue while I parked the car because we were running late; when I arrived at the restaurant and sat down, no one came by to take a drink or food order until we flagged our waitress down after about 10 minutes. She literally asked, "Oh, did you want a drink?" Yes, girl! Obviously, lol! The menu is a little small, but I can forgive that. There are some starters, some handhelds, some entrees, and a separate seasonal section which I appreciate. Usually that means that the quality of food is higher - but that unfortunately was not the case here. Perhaps it was just the things we ordered, but I get the sense that food is not The Rutherford's strong suit. We got some chips and guac for the table, which was actually the tastiest thing out of everything that we ordered. The guac tasted fresh and the chips were nice and crispy - a plus. Everything else was either mid or just downright disappointing. My cousin opted for the buffalo chicken bites which was a nice size for a small plate - however, the chicken had that 'heavy' flavor that comes from sitting in the freezer too long (IYKYK). But the most disappointing thing was the loaded smashed potatoes that myself and my friend's daughter ordered. Now, when you picture "smashed potatoes," what comes to mind? For me, the image conjures a potato that's perhaps been cooked then smashed on a flattop or under a broiler to get some nice, crispy edges. Well, these were literally just a handful of BOILED, unseasoned baby potatoes with some shredded cheddar haphazardly sprinkled on (melted by the heat of said boiled potatoes) with a weak drizzle of sour cream and a meager smattering of bacon bits. It is hard to mess up a potato dish but the Rutherford done did it - like really, NO salt at all? Just a bunch of boiled potatoes? Alright lol. On the other side, my friend opted for the (aptly dubbed) "stupidly expensive" BLT, which she said was fine but not quite worth the $22.00 price tag. (Also, not for anything - they had a watermelon and feta salad on the seasonals menu, but it was topped with jumbo shrimp and I honestly thing those two things don't go together at all.) In addition, the waitress did not come over once to check out how the food was doing or if we wanted another round of drinks. (And by the way, she gave me the wrong flavor of Truly Seltzer. Not a huge deal, but I only mention it because it may be an issue if someone was allergic. I asked for one flavor; she gave me a different one without saying anything. Again not a big deal but I would have liked to have been given the courtesy of knowing this when she placed the drink down instead of me realizing halfway through drinking it.) Despite this, the outdoor patio was lovely and (like mentioned) the vibe of this place is extremely chill. You also can't beat the location because it is literally across the street from MSG. However, I would stick to drinks here and skip out on the food. I expected this place to be slammed since it is right outside of MSG and near several places of public transportation- after eating here, now I know why! read more

It's a great, friendly place. The food is delicious, and the drinks are awesome. Prices are reasonable. The staff, Dee and Karen, are the best. read more

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Denise is an excellent bartender, always attentive and is interested in having a conversation. very personal and makes a visit here an amazing time. The service I had was spectacular, Karen took care of all my needs and was very proactive in making sure my table was taking care of. All around great place to come for to hang out and have a great experience. read more

got a spiced hot cocoa! few customers on a weekday night, got seated immediately. service was very friendly and not pushy at all. my friend and i came just for drinks. vibe was dark and mysterious. super convenient location - a few steps from the train station! read more

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My cousin, sis, friend and I decided to stop by this bar before the Nicki Minaj concert and it did not disappoint. The music was a vibe. It is directly across the street from Madison Square Garden so you have great ad views. Lol. What makes this bar so aging is the staff. I was trying to communicate with my sister over the phone to direct her on the location of this bar and a really nice gentleman who works at the bar helped me out so much and spotted her before I did. He was so sweet to help us and I will never forget it. The hummus was delicious and the drinks were good too. read more

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Never thought I'll make a review for a bar but this is the first bar in NYC that actually was amazing. The vibe, atmosphere and the workers are amazing! My bartender was Jake and he was absolutely amazing. Not only is he fast and got my order correct but he has great recommendations. Will be coming back!! read more

Seems like everyone was too busy being on their phones/laptops or talking to each other that I think the manager dropped off a water bottle and went back to his laptop for 15 minutes. So I just got up and left. Wouldn't know how the food or drinks are or ambiance considering that no one bothered to do their jobs and speak to me when it was very much not busy. read more

Bartender not friendly. Second floor had a gas smell. One and done visit, many far better places by MSG.

I have been a huge fan of Dear Maud in Hoboken, another restaurant from the team behind the more recently opened, The Rutherford. When I discovered that they had opened the new bar, I was looking for a chance to try it. My friends and I happened to be in the Midtown West area for dinner, so I suggested that we stop in for an after-dinner drink. From the young staff to the dark green walls, brown leather bar stools, and modern decor, the place was very similar to Dear Maud. In fact, their drink menu was almost an exact replicate. Because of that fact, I was able to quickly decide on a cocktail - my favorite, the Margarita Picante, which contained jalapeno-infused tequila, lime, agave, pineapple, apple, and a Tajin rim. It possessed the perfect balance of sweetness and heat. The main differences between the two venues were that The Rutherford had a much smaller interior, offered rooftop/patio seating, and had tables made of jagged slabs of polished wood. They also had televisions inside playing sports, a feature I did not miss at Dear Maud. The Rutherford was a casual, yet trendy spot across from the typical mediocrity around Penn Station/MSG, and would definitely be worth checking out if in the neighborhood. read more

The rooftop terrace overlooking Penn Station is nice. The table was dirty and the server did not care to clean until we asked. The burger was sub-average and the salad was fine. I woukd give 4 stars but they tricked us with the bill. The server shows us the bill. We paid. Then she charged. I was surprised she never asked for the tip. Then I noticed she added 22% tip. This should be a crime. read more

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Great food, great vibes, nice employees. Right across the street from MSG. Will def be going here again after the game. Go Nets!!

Great little place to go before or after an event at MSG. They have happy hour every day. They also have a nice outdoor mini rooftop that they enclose in the winter. It's right next to MSG so you have a nice view of that and the post office that houses Penn Station. The service is friendly and they make a great cocktail. read more

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Pizza IPA and ambience are all pretty good here. Service was also pretty good for a busy place. We will be back.

There's a reason why you can get a reservation here on the night of a concert at MSG. 5 stars for the service, The food is average at best. Typical bar food with not much excitement. It's alright, nothing to write home about. But if you are going to the Garden or Penn Station, you can't beat the location. read more

There's not a lot here for vegetarians, but the fries are good, and so is the pita humus (surprisingly garlicky). The service is friendly and attentive. Pay cash if you can. They cater mostly to tourists because it's right across the street from Penn station. The main area is accessible, and there's a pistil up a flight of stairs, and a rooftop up on the other side. Good place to come for a beer between trains. Nice clean restrooms downstairs. read more

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Nice outdoor seating for food and drinks after catching the Knicks playoffs game. Oh and we ran into the Knicks Dance Team there also. It's Manhattan so of course it's pricey but a good place to enjoy the sun in the city over food/drink/conversation. read more

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The kitchen here knows exactly what people crave. Team members provide attentive service. The menu here tells you exactly what you get. I remain constantly impressed by their cooking standards. I celebrated my birthday here and loved it. read more

The Korean bbq chicken sandwich and fries were very good. Drinks selection looked good too and competitively priced for the area. Service seemed rushed at the beginning but actually slow at the end- they hurried to take our order within a few minutes of sitting down, but it took a while for them to bring the check. Decent option for a quick bite before going to MSG or catching a train. read more

Very close to MSG. Happy hour priced drinks were good. $12 for all cocktails. Good for NYC. Has the Maud, it was delicious for $16 as a tequila & mezcal drink. Nachos were good, no protein. Salsa verde & queso fresco was fresh. It was an ample portion. The Cesar salad was unremarkable for $16 and the "Spicy" Rigatoni was neither spicy or vodka sauce. It was a bland, uninspired red sauce with no flavor. I asked for salt & pepper, which I found odd it wasn't at the table. They do not have pepper. Come again?!?! No pepper? That's right. Nada. The Pinot Noir on the HH menu & cocktails were good. Service was good. It's a small place - many people brushed up against me at our high top. It was fine. Altogether - it was okay. Not blow your mind food, but it was 3/5 stars for cocktails & location. read more

Nice roof top bar when weather is nice. Service is good. Price is on par for the area. Nothing exceptional, but convenient to Penn Station.

My girlfriends and I stopped here for lunch and drinks before our train home to Philadelphia from NYC. The staff was extremely accommodating, allowed us to store our bags, and set up the rooftop bar when we arrived. The prices were reasonable, with an all day happy hour. A few of us got the spicy margarita and it was DELICIOUS! And only $12. Highly recommend. Beautiful presentation as well. We ordered a bunch of things to split - the caesar salad, nachos, pita and hummus, and buffalo chicken bites. Everything was really tasty. The view of the train station and MSG are cool from the rooftop as well. Plus, can't beat the location. I would expect somewhere like to be a tourist trap with bad food/drinks, inflated prices, and bad service but this completely surprised me. read more

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Great place to hang before the show. Great for you if you go upstairs to the rooftop bar. Great drinks and a nice view of Madison Square Garden and the city. Perfect place to be before watching a show. read more

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I rented the Rooftop at The Rutherford for a work event and cannot recommend it enough. The bartenders, servers and hostess were super friendly and delivered fast, professional service to our large party. The manager David was very accommodating and a pleasure to work with from start to finish. The food was delicious and they staggered the platters perfectly! Our guests loved the rooftop vibes and said they can't wait to come back! read more

So so, pre MSG SHOW visit. Food was ok, -all 5 of us had smashburgers - ok I guess but no need to return....

Had a server names Ricardo who was really nice and attentive. The vibes were nice and all the staff were friendly. Would go again before going to Madison square read more

Made a reservation on Resy which was confirmed multiple times. When we arrived at the restaurant we were told there was a private event going on. No explanation on why a reservation was allowed to be booked. read more

we attended the Rutherford today and our experience was thoroughly enjoyable due to our kind server Emer she was beyond helpful when it came to ordering our food and beverages giving us great recommendations will be letting my friends know about this place read more

Drinks were good and ambiance was great. As well as exceptional service. Highly recommend!

The hostess disputed our rooftop reservation that the GM was nice enough to sort out with me via email the week before. The fries and burger tasted straight from frozen. We wanted the mac, it was listed on the menu, but wasn't available. Local was SO much better. Plenty of bars near MSG + Penn. Save your time, don't go here. read more

I came in to a reservation for my table and there was people who stayed 3 hours or more. I was given another table and ordered a beer. I'm disabled and the reservation was very important to me. I asked if the people could be moved , they said NO. A person wearing a while shirt came over and said to me " I was UNwecome in the Rutherford and if I stayed ,he was goin to call serurity.I would never recommend this place for service or food.. read more

We came before an event nearby and did not have a single complaint! The service was impeccable with lots of attentive and informative servers. Patio, rooftop, or indoor seating with amazing ambiance. When we transitioned to the bar before our event, Connell and Kev were extremely informative on the menu and what would be best for us. Highly recommend! read more