Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, reservations are highly recommended - especially for dinner service, corporate events, and weekend dining. You can reserve a table online via OpenTable and Resy, through our website, or by calling our East 50th Street location directly at (212) 582-6900. Walk-ins are accommodated based on availability.

Yes, walk-ins are always welcome at our Midtown East location. Bar seating and select dining tables are open on a first-come, first-served basis. However, to avoid wait times during peak dinner hours (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM), we strongly suggest booking a reservation in advance.

Our dress code is upscale and business casual. To maintain our refined dining atmosphere, we request that guests avoid athletic wear, beachwear, sleeveless shirts for men, baseball caps in the main dining room, and any overly revealing or inappropriate clothing.

We specialize in 100% USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and traditional New York steakhouse sides. Signature dishes include our Porterhouse Steak for Two, Ribeye, Tomahawk Steak, and the Emperor Steak. All dishes are paired with an extensive award-winning wine list, recognized for several years in a row by the Wine Spectator Award. All of our steaks are dry-aged in-house to maximize flavor concentration and tenderness. Each steak is broiled at intense temperatures to create the classic New York steakhouse charred crust.

Yes, we offer elegant private dining rooms at 151 East 50th Street. Our private spaces accommodate corporate events, rehearsal dinners, holiday parties, and private celebrations. We offer customizable group menus featuring USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, and wine pairings. Contact us at events@empiresteakhousenyc.com for booking inquiries, venue information, special occasion packages, and menu customizations.

Yes, we accept online reservations and walk-ins at our West 54th Street location in Midtown Manhattan. To guarantee your table, we highly recommend booking in advance through OpenTable and Resy, or by contacting our team directly at (212) 586-9700. We accommodate standard dining reservations, private dining, and large group bookings near Broadway and Central Park.

Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are strongly recommended - especially during peak dining hours at our West 54th Street venue. As a popular dining spot near Midtown's Theatre District, our tables fill up quickly. Walk-in seating is accommodated strictly subject to daily availability and cancellations. To avoid a wait, we encourage checking OpenTable and Resy for same-day availability before visiting.

Our dress code is upscale, business casual attire. We ask guests to refrain from wearing gym attire, beachwear, sleeveless shirts for men, baseball caps, and anything overly revealing or inappropriate in our main dining room.

Yes, our West 54th Street location is an ideal pre-theater dining destination, situated just a short 5 to 10-minute walk from top Broadway venues including Studio 54, the Broadway Theatre, and the Winter Garden Theatre. We specialize in accommodating theatergoers with timed service to guarantee you finish your meal with plenty of time before curtain call. To ensure a relaxed dining experience, we recommend reserving your table at least 90 to 120 minutes prior to your showtime and informing your server upon arrival so our kitchen can pace your courses accordingly.

Yes, our West 54th Street location offers private and semi-private dining options perfect for corporate dinners, birthday celebrations, holiday parties, and rehearsal dinners in Midtown Manhattan. Located near Columbus Circle and the Theatre District, our venue features flexible seating configurations, customizable prix-fixe menus, and dedicated event staff to accommodate both intimate groups and large gatherings. To inquire about availability, room minimums, or full venue buyouts, please visit our Private Events page, or contact our events team directly at events@empiresteakhousenyc.com.

Yes, we accept online reservations and walk-ins at our Times Square location in Midtown Manhattan. To guarantee your table - especially during peak pre-theater hours or weekend dining - we highly recommend booking in advance through our online reservation system or by calling our host team directly. We accommodate standard dining reservations, private events, and large group bookings near Broadway and Rockefeller Center.

Our Times Square venue specializes in high-end classic American steakhouse cuisine, featuring prime in-house dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, raw bar delicacies, and pasta and poultry in Midtown Manhattan. Guests can enjoy iconic cuts like bone-in ribeye, porterhouse, and filet mignon alongside fresh lobster, organic Scottish salmon, classic steakhouse sides, handcrafted cocktails, and an award-winning wine list.

Our dress code is business casual and upscale, creating an upscale yet welcoming dining atmosphere in the heart of Times Square. While collared shirts, dresses, suits, and neat casual attire are encouraged for dinner, we request that guests refrain from wearing athletic wear, beachwear, or overly casual sleeveless shirts, as well as anything overly revealing or inappropriate.

Yes, our Times Square location is one of the top dining choices for tourists visiting New York City, located within short walking distance of major Broadway theaters, Rockefeller Center, and Midtown hotels. We offer an authentic NYC fine dining steakhouse experience with generous portions, a historic Manhattan atmosphere, and memorable service just steps from the city's most famous attractions.

Yes, we offer elegant private dining rooms and semi-private event spaces at our Times Square venue, ideal for corporate dinners, holiday parties, rehearsal dinners, and family celebrations in Midtown Manhattan. Our dedicated events team provides customized set menus, wine pairings, and flexible seating arrangements to accommodate both intimate groups and large party gatherings near Broadway. Please contact our team at events@empiresteakhousenyc.com to learn more.

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