Bryant Park Grill

25 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018, United States
+1 212-840-6500
$$$ Restaurant
(2989 Reviews)
Price Range $30–50

Nestled at the heart of Manhattan, the Bryant Park Grill offers a dining experience that is emblematic of New York City's culinary excellence. Located at 25 W 40th St, this elegant eatery beautifully harmonizes the vibrant atmosphere of Bryant Park with a menu that celebrates both classic and contemporary fare.

The ambiance is chic and sophisticated, with options to dine indoors or outdoors—where twinkling lights overhead complement the park's natural beauty. Imagine savoring your meal while surrounded by lush greenery and the soft sounds of laughter and conversation from fellow park-goers. The spacious indoor dining area boasts a classy decor that sets the stage for relaxed, leisurely meals. For a more laid-back experience, the rooftop offers a tranquil setting paired with spectacular views of the park and the iconic New York skyline.

The cuisine at Bryant Park Grill is a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, catering to every palate. Start your culinary adventure with the Potato Leek and Watercress Soup, a comforting blend adorned with smoked tomato coulis and garnished with chopped chives for a touch of finesse, or opt for the vibrant Chopped Avocado, Tomato & Cucumber Salad, a refreshing and healthful choice served with pita chips and Israeli tabbouleh.

For heartier options, the Bryant Park Chopped Chicken Cobb Salad is a showstopper, featuring succulent chunks of chicken paired with creamy Maytag blue cheese, crispy bacon, and other fresh ingredients for a filling meal. If seafood tempts your taste buds, don't miss the Herb-Crusted Salmon Filet or the delectable Seafood Pasta in a rich cioppino sauce, packed with jumbo shrimp, sea scallops, and clams over fettuccine.

Customer reviews echo the restaurant's charm, with one enthusiastic diner, Mister Man, praising it as "one of my favorite places to take visitors for a NY brunch.” Patrons consistently highlight the inviting service and the generous portion sizes that truly elevate the dining experience. From the serene park surroundings to the delectable cuisine, Bryant Park Grill proves to be more than just a meal; it's a celebration of dining in one of the world's most iconic settings.

In conclusion, whether you're a local looking for a regular haunt or a visitor eager to write your own New York City story, Bryant Park Grill awaits with open doors and exquisite dishes. Make your reservations today to indulge in a culinary journey that captures the essence of the city's vibrant spirit.

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
On-site services available
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Has rooftop seating
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Historic
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Lunch reservations recommended
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Parking
Paid multi-storey car park
Paid street parking
Difficult to find a space
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

2989 Reviews
Mister Man

20 Sep 2025

One of my favorite places to take visitors for a NY brunch. The main attraction is of course the wonderful Bryant Park location Chill in the park before leisurely heading to Bryant Park Grill to eat ! If you want to sit inside then a reservation is necessary with a phone call and a confirmation via text day of. The indoor seating was spacious and classy with friendly service. The food is about what you expect. Not great but not bad either.

Dmytro Batok

02 Sep 2025

The food was very tasty, with portions big enough to fill you up even with just a salad. The atmosphere in the park was incredible — a little island of peace and quiet in the middle of a busy city. The service was excellent as well, with friendly and welcoming staff. I highly recommend this place.

Rob Alpert

31 Aug 2025

Sat on the rooftop which was far more relaxed atmosphere than the first floor. The rooftop overlooks Bryant Park and a great view of the stage. Server were very accommodating to our party of 6. The frozen margarita that I order was well balanced. The wings (as pictured) was cooked just right and heavily sauced adding amazing flavor. We ordered a variety of plates after that. The Vietnamese spring roll were big and complimented well with the peanut sauce. Also tried the chicken kabob which was delicious. You do have to walk up several flights of stairs to get there however we were told there was an elevator but there is no signs as to where.

Jody Stoops

05 Aug 2025

I have passed by this restaurant several times and had to check it out. The location alone was worth it. Right in the corner of Bryant Park. We were seated outside in the clear tent so we could take in the view of the park. The twinkle lights added a special effect to the experience. Dinner was excellent, the salmon was cooked to my liking and served with plenty of vegetables. A nice serving size. Soup and salad were flavorful and fresh. I especially loved the bread and butter. Server was friends, answered our questions, and very attentive. I love this place! A must visit.

Huseyin Ertac

20 Jul 2025

To begin with, dining right next to the spacious atmosphere of the Bryant Park on its own was a very pleasant experience. I had the slow roasted half soy-honey duck. The duck was perfectly cooked and was tender on the inside. It came with fresh beans, a buttery sauce, cilantro and grapes on top mixed with the sauce. Some parts of the duck were quite fatty, so I thought it would definitely be better if it came with rice or potatoes instead of a lot of buttery sauce. However, the fresh beans were great. Their New York Cheesecake was also very delicious, and the waiter was amazing.

Richard Seman

12 Jun 2025

The atmosphere at Brian Park is absolutely incredible and having this patio and rooftop dining option with a bar adds to the beautiful experience that is Brian Park. The staff was incredibly friendly. The dinner options in the restaurant were very good. However, the rooftop seemed a little bit more like bar food. Their signature cocktails were actually pretty good. I would recommend going to the rooftop for a drink but if you want a better meal experience, definitely go downstairs to the restaurant. Enjoy!!

Ai Kitchen

11 Jun 2025

I’ve live my life working in New York City! I always pass by this place going to work almost every single day! I’ve dreamt of having to dine here with my family. Until the other day, got a chance to have a dinner with my BFF - well first the surroundings is pretty much decent outside, inside dine in is just normal. Too bad the second roof area closed. The bar tender serve my bloody orange with strong kick with too much rum or vodka, which is not impressing unlike the drink i got my Blossom restaurant. So I rated the cocktail drink (2/5 for $22) is a bit too much! Let’s rate the Seafood Pasta (5/5) for the price is reasonable, it is big portion to share on of at least 3 people, so I would order that for my family. When it comes to Lamb Chops wow!!! I would say you nailed it, who ever the Chef making it I would rate 10/10. Lamb is my favorites…whenever I dined in the finest restaurant, if lamb is in the menu, I always want to try… Additionally, the customer care is exceptional!!! very flexible to their customer.

Iris Duggan

30 May 2025

Went here with a group of 4 for lunch right as they opened at 11:30. We ate outside, the atmosphere was lovely, the waiters were friendly and all seemed very knowledgeable about the menu. 3 full meals and 3 appetizers came out in 6 minutes. Now this was very nice and fast, but I'm not sure if its because they had just opened, or because they had the food pre-made. Either way it was all pretty good. I got the breakfast burrito off of the brunch menu. It was BIG, for NYC prices this was a nice full plate of food, a whole burrito and a salad. The burrito was really good, it had scrambled eggs and beans in it, but I found the salad to be lacking. It was just lettuce, straight out off the box topped with Pico de gallo and also some kind of vinegrette dressing. The combination of all 3 was alright but not great. Everyone else got the soup of the day and all really liked it. This was a nice meal, pricey, of course, but pretty good food and amount of food for the total cost. To put in perspective, 3 soups and 3 entrees was $114.

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