Empire Steak House West

4.4

1563 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Fancy

Empire Steak House, conveniently located at 237 west 54 street near Broadway in New York City, showcases modern décor in a classy, but trendy atmosphere. The all-white marble bar and sprawling dining room provide an additional air of sophistication. While Empire's steaks are acclaimed for its famous dry-aged porterhouse for two, the rest of the vast menu is equally stellar, featuring a wide range of fresh seafood such as 4-to 5-lb lobsters, Chilean Sea Bass, Salmon, Yellow Fin Tuna, towering seafood platters, and much more. The eatery offers a highly selective wine list and features many of California's most sought-after vintages. The Zagat rated restaurant is owned and operated by the Sinanaj family. The Sinanaj's success dates back to their first restaurant opening of Empire Steak House in 2010. The space is 4,500 square feet and can accommodate 230 guests for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, private rooms available!

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun 11:45 am–3:45 am Thu, Fri 11:45 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon 3:45 pm–10:00 pm Tue, Wed 3:45 pm–10:30 pm Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 586-9700
Website
http://www.empiresteakhousenyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jack Sinanaj
Catering
all catering orders need to be presented a minimum of 72 hours in advance. please contact our catering manager at https://www.empiresteakhousenyc.com/catering#catering-form
Private party facilities
The Empire Steak House is an elegant bar, lounge, restaurant and magnificent event space situated in the magical theater district in New York City. There are two private dining rooms that can be used separately or combined to seat 180 or 250 standing with 2 patios for the warmer months.
Private party contact
Ilda: (212) 582-6900

Location
237 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019
Neighborhood
Midtown West
Cross street
On 54th Street , Between Broadway and 8th Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
R or N Train to 57th street and 7th AvenueE Train to 7th Avenue (53rd street)
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Quick Lunch Power-Meal
$39.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoys our 2-course menu for quick lunch with a choice of starter, entree and coffee or tea. A meal that doesn't compromise on quality or taste! --STARTER-- (choice of one) -Fried Calamari -Eggplant Parmigiana -Buffalo Mozzarella & Beefsteak Tomatoes -Caesar Salad -Mixed Green Salad -Soup of the day -Meatballs --ENTREE-- (choice of one) -New York Strip(boneless) -Beef Short Rib -Filet Mignon (Add-on $10) -Grilled Branzino -Broiled Salmon -Chicken Parmigiana -Lobster Ravioli -Pappardelle Bolognese -The Empire Burger Decaffeinated & Regular Coffee or Tea
Pre Theater Menu
$59.95 per person
Multiple dates available
Delight in this tastefully selected 3 courses menu for Broadway lovers!

Popular dishes

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$29.95
Empire's Hot Platter$30.50
Shrimp, Stuffed Mushrooms & Baked Clams
Sesame Seared Tuna$29.50
Served with Special Empire Sauce
Grilled Octopus$90.95
Served with Sautéed Spinach, Cherry peppers, Garlic, capers & Spicy Olive Oil
Empire Crab Cake$29.50
served with Roasted Pepper Sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Cocktail
MARKET PRICE
Lobster Cocktail
MARKET PRICE
Tuna Tartare$29.95
served with Avocado Cream & Seaweed Salad
Little Neck Clams on the Half Shell$17.50
Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell$19.50
Seafood Platter
per person-Half Lobster, Jumbo Shrimp, Oysters & Clams- MARKET PRICE
Baked Clams$20.95
Fried Calamari$21.95
Sizzling Canadian Bacon$11.95
Extra Thick By The Slice

Soup

French Onion$16.95
Soup of the Day$14.95
Lobster Bisque$21.95

Salads

Choice of homemade dressings: (Vinaigrette, Russian) | Blue Cheese (additional $3.95)

Mixed Green Salad$16.95
Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Parmesan Cheese, Dry Blueberries, Served with Homemade Vinaigrette Dressing
Caesar Salad$19.95
Homemade Dressing
Italian Burratta$25.95
Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic
Buffalo Mozzarella & Beefsteak Tomatoes$17.95
Extra Virgin Olive Oil- FOR ONE $17.95 - FOR TWO $29.95
Hearts of Lettuce$20.95
Cherry Tomatoes, Green Apple, Cucumber, Red Onions & Blue Cheese Dressing
Empire's Salad$26.95
Tomatoes, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Blue Cheese Dressing, Canadian Bacon & Shrimp

Steaks & Chops

USDA Prime, Dry Aged - In Our Own Aging Box

Porterhouse Steak Per Person$69.95
(For Two, Three, Four)
Petit Filet Mignon$52.95
Au Poivre Sauce
Filet Mignon$69.95
Prime New York Strip Steak$68.95
Emperors Steak for Two$159.95
The Empire Filet for Two$129.95
Bone-In Ribeye Steak$79.95
Double Cut Rack of Lamb$65.95
Beef Short Rib$57.95
Tender Short Rib braised in a sweet wine sauce, served with rice and greens peas

American Wagyu Steaks

Snake River Farms

Wagyu Tomahawk Steak for Two$255.00
Golden 24 Karat Wagyu Tomahawk Steak for Two$495.00

Japanese Steaks

Imported AS grade

Wagyu Rib Eye Steak$320.00
Wagyu Tenderloin$320.00

Seafood

Broiled Chilean Sea Bass$52.95
Served with Creamy Broccoli Puree
Broiled Salmon$41.95
Grilled Branzino$50.95
Whole Mediterranean Bass served with Garlic, Parsley, Capers & Olive Oil
Seared Sesame Tuna$50.95
Served with Empire Signature Sauce
Empire Crab Cakes$47.95
Served with Empire Signature Creamy Sauce
Grilled Octopus$49.95
served with Sautéed Spinach, Cherry peppers, Garlic, Capers & Spicy Olive Oil
Shrimp Scampi$46.95
sauteed with Garlic, & White Wine Lemony Sauce, over Rice
Lobster Tail$89.95
Surf & Turf$115.95
8oz Filet Mignon & 12oz Lobster Tail
Surf & Turf$67.95
8oz Filet Mignon & 2 Grilled Jumbo Shrimps

Pasta & Poultry

Empire's Seafood Pasta$46.95
Sauteed Calamari, Shrimp, Clams & Fish of the Day in White Wine Tomato Sauce
A Bronx Tail$75.95
Lobster Tail, Clams, Shrimp, in a light Spicy Tomato Sauce, with Homemade Fettuccine
Pappardelle Bolognese$39.95
Homemade Pappardelle pasta in a homemade meat sauce
Lobster Ravioli$42.95
Served in a Pink Brandy Sauce
Chicken Parmigiana$41.95
Served with Pasta
Empire Ragu Pasta$44.95
(Homemade Filet Mignon Ragù sauce sautéed with Rigatoni Pasta)

Potatoes

Empire Home Fries for Two$15.95
Steak Fries$13.95
Jumbo Baked Potato$9.95
Mashed Potato$14.95
Mac & Cheese$19.95

Vegetables

Creamed Spinach$15.95
Sautéed Spinach$15.95
Asparagus$17.95
Sautéed or Steamed
Broccoli$15.95
Sautéed or Steamed
Fried Onion Rings$13.95
Sautéed Mushrooms$15.95
Sautéed Peas & Onions$13.95

What 1,563 people are saying

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

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Empire Steak House West offers a "fantastic dining experience" with "excellent food and service." Known for its "cozy atmosphere" and "friendly" staff, it's perfect for special occasions or casual meals. Guests rave about the "incredible steaks" and "extensive wine list." A memorable choice for steak lovers in Midtown West.

1,563 Reviews

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April
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, great food and very nice ambiance
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fred
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
1.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
I’ve been coming to this restaurant for the past 3 years , yesterday was by far the worst experiences I’ve ever had at any nyc restaurant by far. First our reservation was a 10:15 we didn’t get seated until 11:48 to be exact , we didn’t leave because we drove all the way from Yonkers and everything else was already booked in the city especially for the time. They were over booked and blaming it on guest arriving late as if that’s the problem of the guest that arrived on time I ordered a New York strip medium , got it well done and when I complained I was told the kitchen was already closing so they gave us 2 complementary shots of low grade vodka. The bar was overwhelmed serving cocktails in champagne glasses To make it short this was not their night and it was bad experience I have video proof if anybody at the restaurant wants to question this review.
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Lindon
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The customer service here is terrible. I had a reservation for 10pm and never got seated because they were over booked
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Lina
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We had a reservation for the dining room at 9:00 PM on Valentine’s day. We did not get seated until 9:30 PM in the bar area. It seems like they had double booked; the waiting area was chaotic and we were packed like sardines. The service was okay, our waitress was nice, but definitely overwhelmed. The food was nothing to write home about; my partner’s NY strip came overly charred (likely due to staff trying to move quickly) and at that point we were ready to leave. Unfortunately we don’t know what their typical day looks like, but if planning to go for a special occasion you might find a similar experience.
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James
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was very good the service was great the food was awesome it was quiet definitely gets your money worth there
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Eduardo
Dallas
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Way to packed on Valentine’s Day fire department came and the alarm was going off guess to many steaks on the grill back there.
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Angela
VIP
New York City
42 reviews
4.0
42 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
First time here. Had a wonderful meal. Service was very good. Would visit again
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newton
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Steak and drinks were great.. Sides were underwhelming especially the Mac n cheese! They sat 4 guest at the same size table as two which was uncomfortable. I will say the servers were good and attentive. This location I will give a 2.5 stars.
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Ty
VIP
New York City
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the most amazing night. The food was spectacular. I think that might’ve been one of the best season steaks I’ve ever had, and it was cooked perfectly. The onion rings were absolutely the best I ever. had perfect balance and flavoring. The Caesar salad was amazing. Perfect amount of dressing and I love that. It’s homemade. the chocolate mousse with the graham cracker was phenomenal. And the service was beyond amazing. Everyone at the restaurant was greeting us and saying welcome. Definitely a top not experience… Even with the alarms going off at the end of the night.!!!!
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Brittany
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience for Valentine’s Day Recommending 100%
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Empire Steak House West is rated 4.4 stars by 1563 OpenTable diners.