Restaurants near Central Park

This was our first trip to Lombardi’s, and it will become a regular part of our restaurant rotation. We went for Christmas lunch. We were happy that we could order from the regular menu, the brunch menu or the Holiday Menu. All three of us enjoyed our cocktails and meals. The design is beautiful , which adds to the overall lovely experience.

We had an excellent experience on Christmas Eve. The Deviled Crab was the table’s favorite appetizer followed by the Monkey Bread dredged in the crab’s tomato compote. The Flounder special was cooked perfectly and the portion size was enough to prevent Santa from coming down most chimneys. Don’t sleep on the cabbage side, even if you “don’t like cabbage”. It’s definitely a game changer. The dirty martinis are consistently top notch. Credence should be toward the top of every Must Eat Here list.

Steak 48 exceeded all my expectations, providing a dining experience that was nothing short of phenomenal. The highlight of the evening was the impeccable service from Ryjane. She was the epitome of professionalism—attentive, knowledgeable, and flawless in her execution. Her genuine warmth and efficiency elevated the entire experience, making us feel truly valued as guests. The food was equally outstanding! From the perfectly cooked, tender steak to the delectable sides and appetizers, every bite was a testament to the kitchen’s expertise and attention to detail. The flavors were rich and beautifully balanced, and the presentation was just as impressive. Steak 48 is the perfect spot for a special occasion or simply indulging in an unforgettable meal. I can’t recommend it enough, and I’ll definitely be back. Kudos to Ryjane for making the evening truly exceptional!

Definitely impressed and will be back!! I was a little nervous as we usually book Taste of Texas or Perry’s for our Annual Christmas EVE eve family dinner, but so happy we chose Haywire. Food was great, our server was great, not too loud so we could visit, great atmosphere!!!

We like RL. We try to go once a month or so but its been longer than that this yr. Anyway, we had a fun day at SH Race Track for Derby Day. And we chose RL for our dinner. We shared a bottle of Riesling which we rarely order. It was good, refreshing, and cool after a long warm day. The food is always good. Service was good. We are not a fan of nose piercings so hopefully kids grow out of that quickly. We had an enjoyable evening.