Empire Steak House- East

4.6

1261 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Good for business meals

Empire Steak House on the east side of Manhattan, New York- showcases two-raised tiers, featuring wrap-around booths, and a hand-painted dome. The main dining room seats 140+ guests and is the ultimate location for all your private party and dining needs. Empires steak House is 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 fresh and delicious lobsters. Additionally our 50th street location offers specialty cuts like the Tomahawk Steak, Bone-In Ribeye Steak, Japanese wagyu steak, tender filet mignon, and the Double Cut Rack of lamb and and the exclusive Emperors Steak for Two (exclusive to Empire Steak House restaurants).The restaurant offers a highly selective wine list and features many of California's most sought after vintages and over 400 scotches to complement every dish! Join us for an unforgettable date night, private event, wedding reception or business dinner !

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Wed 11:45 am–3:45 pm Thu, Fri 11:45 am–3:45 am Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 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) 582-6900
Website
http://www.empiresteakhousenyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jack Sinanaj
Catering
The Empire Steak House is an elegant bar, lounge, restaurant, and magnificent bi-level event space situated in the sweet spot of midtown in New York City. The entrance is street level and spans 10,000 square feet, seating 330 guests or 500 guests standing with 3 dining rooms. <br />Catering can be ordered at: events@empire steakhousenyc.com via email.
Private party facilities
Accommodating up to 450 guests, with two full bars, a private wine room, state-of-the-art sound systems, and flat-screen TVs. The main floor hosts up to 300 guests, the second-level lounge up to 150, and the private wine room is ideal for intimate gatherings of up to 24.
Private party contact
Ilda & Jordana: (212) 582-6900

Location
151 East 50th Street, New York, NY 10022
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Cross street
on 50th street Between 3rd and Lexington Avenues
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Close the 4,5,6 (green line) and A,C, and E (blue line trains) on Lexington Avenue.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, 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!
NYC Restaurant Week Dinner
$60.00 per person
Jan 21, 2025 - Feb 9, 2025
New York City Restaurant Week - Dinner January 21st - February 9th, 2025 Join us for one of the most popular experiences of the year with our Restaurant week Menu! Discover the taste of emperors at Empire Steak House with our succulent 3- course menu Dinner $60 Empire Steak House East & West To see the menu please visit: www.empiresteakhousenyc.com

Popular dishes

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$29.95
4pcs
Empire's Hot Platter$30.50
Shrimp, Stuffed Mushrooms & Baked Clams
Sesame Seared Tuna$29.50
Served with Special Empire Sauce
Grilled Octopus$30.95
served with sauteed spinach, cherry peppers, garlic, capers & spicy olive oil.
Empire Crab Cake$29.50
Served with Signature creamy sauce - 1 Crab Cake
Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Cocktail
Lobster Cocktail
Tuna Tartare$29.95
Served with Avocado Cream & Seaweed Salad
Little Neck Clams on the Half Shelf$17.50
Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell
- Half Dozen$19.95
Seafood Platter
Half Lobster, Jumbo Shrimp, Oysters & Clams
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) I 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
Imported Italian Burrata$25.95
Sliced tomato, Roasted peppers, Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic
Buffalo Mozzarella & Beefsteak Tomatoes
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- One$17.95
- 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)

Daily Special

Beef Short Rib$57.95
Tender Beef Short Rib braised in a sweet Barolo Wine Sauce served with Rice and Green Peas

Steaks & Chops

Dry Aged - In Our Own Aging Box

Porterhouse Steak Per Person
(For Two, For Three, For Four) -Minimum order for two.
- For Two$139.94
- For Three$209.85
- For Four $279.85
Filet Mignon$69.95
Au Poivre Sauce
Petit Filet Mignon$52.95
Au Poivre Sauce
Prime New York Strip Steak$68.95
Emperors Steak for Two$159.94
The Empire Filet for Two$129.94
Bone-In Ribeye Steak$79.95
Double Cut Rack of Lamb$69.95

American Wagyu Steaks

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

Japanese Steaks

Imported A5 Grade

Japanese Wagyu Rib Eye Steak 12oz.$320.00
Japanese A5 Wagyu Tenderloin 10oz.$320.00

Seafood

Chilean Sea Bass$52.95
(Served with Creamy Broccoli Puree)
Organic Scottish Salmon$47.95
(Broiled Filet of Salmon Served over Creamy Broccoli Puree)
Grilled Branzino$50.95
Whole Mediterranean Bass served with Garlic, Parsley, Capers & Olive Oil
Seared Sesame Tuna$50.95
Served with Empire Special Sauce
Empire Crab Cakes$47.95
Served with Creamy Signature Sauce- 2 Crab Cakes
Grilled Octopus$49.95
served with sauteed spinach, cherry peppers, garlic, capers & spicy olive oil.
Shrimp Scampi$46.95
Sautéed 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
(8 oz. Filet Mignon & 2 grilled jumbo shrimp)

Pasta & Poultry

A Bronx Tail$75.95
Lobster Tail, 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$43.95
Served with Pasta
Empire Ragu Pasta$44.95
Homemade Filet mignon ragu sauce sauteed with rigatoni pasta

Potatoes

Empire Home Fries$15.95
Steak Fries$14.95
Jumbo Baked Potato$9.94
Mashed Potatoes$15.95
Mac & Cheese$19.95

Vegetables

Creamed Spinach$16.95
Sautéed Spinach$15.95
Asparagus$17.95
Sautéed or Steamed
Broccoli$15.95
Sautéed or Steamed
Fried Onion Rings$15.95
Sautéed Mushrooms$15.95

What 1,261 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Empire Steak House East delivers a "wonderful dining experience" with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests appreciate the "beautiful atmosphere" and the "friendly and attentive staff." The steaks are often highlighted as "perfectly cooked" and "delicious." It's a "highly recommended" spot for special occasions or a memorable night out.

1,261 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently dined at Empire Steak House, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The service was absolutely amazing—attentive, professional, and welcoming, making us feel like VIPs throughout the evening. We opted for the $60 pre-fixe menu, and it was worth every penny. The meal started with a variety of delicious appetizers that were beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The steak was the star of the show—cooked to perfection, tender, and full of that classic, rich steakhouse taste. To finish, the cheesecake was the perfect sweet ending, light and satisfying without being overwhelming. Overall, Empire Steak House offers an excellent dining experience with great value for the quality and service provided.
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Joan
VIP
New York City
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We both had to send part or all of our meal back, food lukewarm at best, server left and forgot about dessert had to ask for it, not best experience, probably not return
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Lynn
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
My filet mignon was superb!! Cheesecake was delicious!
Empire Steak House- EastResponded 3 days ago
Dear Lynn, Thank you for dining with us and sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the filet mignon and found the cheesecake to be delicious. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon for another superb dining experience. Best regards, Empire Steak House Management
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ritu
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service! Giorgio was very polite and attentive. We had a lovely dinner and will dine again at Empire. It is well managed and excellent dining experience at Empire. Thank you Giorgio and team.
Empire Steak House- EastResponded 3 days ago
Dear Ritu, Thank you for dining with us and for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excellent food and service during your visit. It’s wonderful to know that your dinner was lovely and that you found Empire Steak House to be a well-managed and exceptional dining experience. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another memorable evening! Best regards, Empire Steak House Management
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Edward
VIP
Minneapolis
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location and nicely decorated great for business meeting. The lunch prefix they have is a great set up for meetings. Would dine again
Empire Steak House- EastResponded 3 days ago
Dear Edward, Thank you for dining with us and for sharing your feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed our convenient location and elegant decor, making it ideal for business meetings. It’s wonderful to know that our lunch prix fixe menu worked well for your needs. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon, whether it’s for another business meeting or simply to enjoy another great meal! Best regards, Empire Steak House Management
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Kristi
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious. Steak cooked as requested. Attentive staff. Enjoyable birthday celebration.
Empire Steak House- EastResponded 3 days ago
Dear Kristi, Thank you for celebrating your birthday with us and for sharing such kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the delicious food and that your steak was cooked just as you requested. It’s wonderful to know our attentive staff helped make your celebration special. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments in the future! Best regards, Empire Steak House Management
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Muhamad
New York City
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We arrived 1 pm for having lunch at first time. When we came it was only a few tables around 5 or so. We ordered espresso martini and margaritas. Sadly margaritas glass was a bit dirty and sticky. After that we ordered some appetizers, and for main we ordered Bone-in NY strip (medium) and Double Rack of Lamb (medium well). The steak was just a little bit under but the lamb was way over cooked. No one came to check at our table after the first bite. Even no one poured our bottle of water throughout our meal. And finally Server checked our table after almost the last bite. And we told him the lamb was over cooked. But sadly he didn’t tell the manager. We had to let it go ‘til the end. Until the manager came to ask how everything was after we’ve finished our lunch. And we told him about over cooked lamb. We appreciated how he was going to handle the situation if only he could have checked it a little earlier. For this steakhouse at this level and cost over USD 175 per person, we’re expecting a better service, especially first timers ….
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Michelle
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience at Empire. Service was great, it was a quiet week night, and lovely. All the food was delicious !
Empire Steak House- EastResponded 3 days ago
Dear Michelle, Thank you for dining with us and sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you had a great experience, enjoyed the food, and found the service to be excellent. We strive to create a relaxing and memorable atmosphere, and we’re delighted that your visit reflected that. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delicious meal and a fantastic dining experience! Best regards, Empire Steak House Management
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Albert
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was an amazing dining experience. Please send my compliments to the chef (evening of 01/07/2025). Thank you!
Empire Steak House- EastResponded 3 days ago
Dear Albert, Thank you for dining with us and for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had an amazing dining experience. Your compliments mean so much to us, and we’ll be sure to share them with our culinary team. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another exceptional meal! Best regards, Empire Steak House Management
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Jesse
Montreal
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on January 2, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Fruit flys all over the place , landed in my glass of wine 3 times and they still full charged me for the bottle ,.. plus the waiter tried to get me etra on the tip cause im canadien and i did not know it was already on the bill thank god i got it ,.. food is good but thats it ,,, SKIP THIS PLACE!!!!!!
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FAQs

Empire Steak House- East offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Empire Steak House- East also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 582-6900.

Empire Steak House- East is rated 4.6 stars by 1261 OpenTable diners.

Empire Steak House- East does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

151 East 50th Street, New York, NY 10022

Additional information

Cross street
on 50th street Between 3rd and Lexington Avenues
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Wed 11:45 am–3:45 pm Thu, Fri 11:45 am–3:45 am Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Close the 4,5,6 (green line) and A,C, and E (blue line trains) on Lexington Avenue.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jack Sinanaj
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.empiresteakhousenyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 582-6900
Catering
The Empire Steak House is an elegant bar, lounge, restaurant, and magnificent bi-level event space situated in the sweet spot of midtown in New York City. The entrance is street level and spans 10,000 square feet, seating 330 guests or 500 guests standing with 3 dining rooms. <br />Catering can be ordered at: events@empire steakhousenyc.com via email.
Private party facilities
Accommodating up to 450 guests, with two full bars, a private wine room, state-of-the-art sound systems, and flat-screen TVs. The main floor hosts up to 300 guests, the second-level lounge up to 150, and the private wine room is ideal for intimate gatherings of up to 24.
Private party contact
Ilda & Jordana: (212) 582-6900

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Empire Steak House- East

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Quick Lunch Power-Meal

Pre Theater Menu

NYC Restaurant Week Dinner

Filet Mignon

Petit Filet Mignon

Porterhouse Steak Per Person

Appetizers

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$29.95

Empire's Hot Platter$30.50

Sesame Seared Tuna$29.50

Grilled Octopus$30.95

Empire Crab Cake$29.50

Jumbo Lump Crab Meat Cocktail

Lobster Cocktail

Tuna Tartare$29.95

Little Neck Clams on the Half Shelf$17.50

Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell

Seafood Platter

Baked Clams$20.95

Fried Calamari$21.95

Sizzling Canadian Bacon$11.95

Soup

French Onion$16.95

Soup of the Day$14.95

Lobster Bisque$21.95

Salads

Mixed Green Salad$16.95

Caesar Salad$19.95

Imported Italian Burrata$25.95

Buffalo Mozzarella & Beefsteak Tomatoes

Hearts of Lettuce$20.95

Empire's Salad$26.95

Daily Special

Beef Short Rib$57.95

Steaks & Chops

Porterhouse Steak Per Person

Filet Mignon$69.95

Petit Filet Mignon$52.95

Prime New York Strip Steak$68.95

Emperors Steak for Two$159.94

The Empire Filet for Two$129.94

Bone-In Ribeye Steak$79.95

Double Cut Rack of Lamb$69.95

American Wagyu Steaks

American Wagyu Tomahawk Steak for Two$255.00

Golden 24 Karat American Wagyu Tomahawk Steak for Two$495.00

Japanese Steaks

Japanese Wagyu Rib Eye Steak 12oz.$320.00

Japanese A5 Wagyu Tenderloin 10oz.$320.00

Seafood

Chilean Sea Bass$52.95

Organic Scottish Salmon$47.95

Grilled Branzino$50.95

Seared Sesame Tuna$50.95

Empire Crab Cakes$47.95

Grilled Octopus$49.95

Shrimp Scampi$46.95

Lobster Tail$89.95

Surf & Turf$115.95

Surf & Turf$67.95

Pasta & Poultry

A Bronx Tail$75.95

Pappardelle Bolognese$39.95

Lobster Ravioli$42.95

Chicken Parmigiana$43.95

Empire Ragu Pasta$44.95

Potatoes

Empire Home Fries$15.95

Steak Fries$14.95

Jumbo Baked Potato$9.94

Mashed Potatoes$15.95

Mac & Cheese$19.95

Vegetables

Creamed Spinach$16.95