Smith & Wollensky

Enjoyed RW lunch at this quality establishment. I was dreading a bit coming here since another Unilocaler stated that they herded everyone upstairs to a cafeteria type set up. Yes, the upstairs tables can get a bit cramped depending on where you are, but they are still actual tables with linen on them. so it was ok. the waiter that we had was amusing since every time I told him what I wanted for each course he nodded in a gentlemanly way indicating that I had made an excellent choice. There’s a reason people go to steakhouses for business meals since you can expect the meats, seafood, desserts and drinks and service to be excellent. That was the case here. the chowder was hearty, the crab cakes were indeed meaty, the lobster tail and steak juicy and service was very good. I’m also not typically a dessert person but the coconut layer cake here is pretty amazing. not nauseatingly sweet or heavy, but with the right amount of sweetness and tartness. the ice cream on the side is a nice touch as well. the upstairs set-​up here is more like eating in someone’s home (downstairs is more refined and obviously more for the big hitters but it is also kinda homely) so it is a bit different than other steak houses that are more modern. overall, great deal and great restaurant week experience.

I just have to say that this is one of the best lunches that I have ever had! The food could not be topped, steak and lobster along with the wine and dessert, all were phenomenal, I enjoyed every bite. Our server Glaven Bronco was absolutely wonderful! His service was over the top, and he truly made our lunch date one to never forget!

I went here for restaurant week
(+) Good portion sizes: bowl of fried calamari, very large filet Mignon, piece of delicious cake (I got the chocolate mousse, but all looked very scrumptious)
(+) Good selection of restaurant week items — wasn’t just the cheapest items on the list
(-) didn’t come with sides — I guess I shouldn’t expect it at a place like this
Why I gave it 3 stars — I just didn’t really experience a wow factor that made it better than any other place. It was a traditional meal in a traditional restaurant. If I come back here again, I will definitely try a more tasty meat and get some sides!
*Regardless of time you go, you should always make a reservation*

The food is good here, but not better than other steakhouses in NYC like Del frisco’s or Benjamin’s Steakhouse. Sometimes you can get a very good steak and sometimes just ok. I wouldn’t go out my way to come here, but if your an area it’s good just not great.

Usually I eat out a lot but am too lazy to leave reviews, but since I already typed this rant to my friends, I’ll just edit it and bring it over here lol. Two of my friends and I came here last week for restaurant week on recommendations from my friends who had good experiences with rw here last year. First of all, all the rw people get herded into an room upstairs segregated from all the other guests. Then our table alternated between a couple servers who would repeat the same questions.
For appetizers, we ordered clam chowder and calamari, which we were satisfied with. Then came out steaks. My friends ordered a filet and sirloin, and I ordered the surf of turf. We all ordered medium rare steaks and they all came out overcooked with no hint of redness to them. (See pic, which actually look pinker than the steak actually is. With the naked eye, the steaks looked even more brown.). When the server came to ask how everything was, we bought it to his attention. First he told me to cut my steak in the center to show him, when I did that he said «oh maybe it’s the lighting.» Then he asked me to taste it first. lol, yeah okay buddy you know it’s over cooked with all these excuses.
The lobster that came as part of my entrée was also terrible. The texture was so mushy that I wandered how long it has been dead. It pretty much «melts in your mouth.» (Though that’s not a good thing when it comes to lobsters.) Disappointing.
We also ordered the oyster mushroom side, which was yum. And the cheesecake and coconut cake for dessert, those were all decent as well. But for a steak house to overcooked its steak and try to make excuses for it is pretty lame.

Spectacular meal! From the wine to the calamari to the Cajun spiced filet mignon to the coconut cake. Far and away one of the top three meals I’ve eaten in my life. Service was fantastic (ask for Sam, he’s amazing). Attentive and made great suggestions. My husband isn’t a big wine guy but wanted something to go with his steak. He told Sam what he liked, Sam suggested a red and my husband said it was perfect. We’re both life long New Yorkers but this was our first visit. Needless to say, it won’t be our last. Oh and even if you’re not a dessert person? Get the coconut cake. I promise you won’t regret it.

After reading so many negative reviews about terrible experiences during restaurant week, I was pretty anxious about trying it out but I am happy to report that my experience was quite good. I would give it a solid 3.8, so am rounding up. From the host at the door to the person on the second floor who took us to our table to the waiter and busboy, they were all very nice. The waiter was probably not the bubbliest person but he was attentive to our needs and courteous– he even stuck something under the table leg to balance it out since it was wobbly.
On to the food… we went with the RW menu and chose the split pea soup and fried calamari as apps, the surf and turf (Filet mignon and lobster tail) for main course and coconut cake for dessert. The apps were pretty good, just wish the calamari would’ve been more crispier but it wasn’t bad and split pea soup was thick and creamy, just the way I like my soups. The lobster tail was deliciously seasoned and the steak wasn’t bursting with flavor– I prefer not to use steak sauce– but it was tender and cooked well. We thought we might need a side before the food arrived but figured that with the apps we would be okay and we were– we would’ve been too stuffed if we ordered a side. Given the rave reviews of the coconut cake I was really looking forward to it and expecting something out of this world and although it was good, I wouldn’t say it was award winning. Overall it was a pleasant experience for sure.

As a traditional steakhouse, they supposedly even give you the same menu they did back in the day when they opened up. Framed menu and all.
Service was really good, food was good, but for the price it was just mediocre to me. In fact, the steak is a little charred, so if you like that, then this is your place to go.
I had the bone in filet mignon, my boyfriend had the Cajun ribeye, and another friend had the porterhouse for 2. I tried all three of these, and definitely liked the Cajun ribeye the best. It was actually seasoned and flavored, albeit a bit on the salty side. The bone in filet was on the dry side for me, and definitely under seasoned, but you can add some salt and pepper and whatever else yourself.
All the sides were ok, nothing special, nothing to complain about. Truthfully, there are better options in the city for this price.

Good every time! Today we went for a LATE snow day lunch which happened to coincide with restaurant week, timing was perfect as the dining room was not crowded and we were seated in the main dining area. This is important because you cannot expect to book during restaurant week during prime time and expect an optimal table and a leisurely dining experience — BUT you can expect great QUALITY.
My filet mignon was tender and delicious (I suggest ordering it rare even if you prefer medium rare) — given the volume of orders that they fill my feeling is that they prep the steaks FRESH daily to rare and finish then to order (no biggie done in a lot of places). MY BF ordered medium rare and his steak while good looked a tad RESTED, where mine ordered rare looked and tasted fresh made off the grill. Both delicious but a fine line between really good and GREAT.
Stay with the traditional steak house dishes — you will not be disappointed, We had the coconut cake which was delicious and very clean tasting. I have had in the past, cheesecake, which is usually big enough for two and very tasty.
If you are looking for a «KNOWN» quantity — S&W is for you. Enjoy

The food and service are all great. But the taste is not that amazing than I thought.

This was my second time coming here and I must say that this place does not disappoint. The service was excellent. The food was good as usual. I had the Filet which is always well cooked, but this time I tried it au Poivre which I didn’t really care for. Other than that, I had no complaints.
Food — 3.5
Service — 4.5
Ambience — 4
Price — For two I believe we spent about $ 220 with tax and tip

Went for lunch during restaurant week and was not a disappointment. I had the 10 oz filet, which came came out to a perfect medium, just the way I like it. Also their desserts are right on point.

Went in for RW lunch.
WOW they really seemed segregate the RW folks into their own room on the top floor that looks and FEELS like a cafeteria.
Service is pretty much what you’d expect at a diner. They wont be replacing silverware between courses or cleaning crumbs off your table here.
You go in, they say «here’s the menu», come back 5 minutes later saying «What do ya want», and within minutes the food comes flying out. I was in and out in under 45 minutes for 3 courses. here.
About the food:
The complimentary bread basket was awesome. Big variety of great stuff.
New England Clam chowder — pretty good. Not special in any way but the portion was big.
10oz Filet Mignon — looked great on the outside. Cooked really weird. Did not look like a medium rare steak like I’ve ever eaten. Did i get a piece of old meat?
It came out super fast which should have been a red flag. Anyways, it tasted like steak. I’m no steak snob but it just tasted like an average steak you could get anywhere. It needed lots of salt though. It was OK
Coconut cake — the star of the show. Comes with a delicious tart sauce and a scoop of ice cream. You know how when you get cake at most restaurants it just tastes like something that has been standing around for a few days? This was SUPER fresh tasting. Get this.
Average overall. For such an iconic steak house, I honestly can’t say I’d come back during a non RW menu offering.

I just hired a sales director for my company and wanted to take her out to a very nice meal in New York. I made reservations on Sunday January 17, 2016 at 8:00pm at S&W, table for four. We were seated immediately as soon as we got to the restaurant. We were treated royally the entire evening. We were not rushed at all even though the place was very busy.
Our waiters were very courteous and very pleasant. Our meal was great and the wine was excellent.
We had a night to remember and thanks to the entire staff who have made our evening very special.
This is not my first time at S&W and I definitely will come again.
I recommend this great steakhouse to everyone who wants something special in New York.

I was pretty pumped all week knowing I was gonna be going here. Believe me all the hype and expectations were spot on. When you walk in it has that tradition New York steakhouse feel. All the waiters were friendly. The choice of steaks they had was the hardest part to choose from. I went with the Cajun rib house medium rare. It made my taste buds tingle with all the flavor. I will be coming back to try the porterhouse for 2 very soon. It was worth the drive from Philadelphia.

Had high expectations but the 1.5 hour wait for from sitting down at the table to getting our food was ridiculous. Our server did not smile once, did not check in on us during the 1.5 hour wait, and did not ever come back to see if we needed anything after the food came. My filet mignon was average, a little on the dry side. The sides were decent (mushrooms, creamed spinach and more). I probably wouldn’t go back given all the other great steak houses in nyc.

Ugh, this place was rough for Restaurant Week. I’m actually glad I came for RW because I would have hated to have paid full price. Lackluster service and lackluster food (minus the coconut cake) for a thoroughly lackluster – and forgettable – experience.
I get that RW diners, like Groupon holders, are considered the scum of the earth by the restaurants that begrudgingly participate in these promotions, but most places can at least pull a Regina George and be nice to your face while they mock you behind your back. They just didn’t even try at Smith & Wollensky. We encountered snotty attitude from beginning to end. Coupled with limp, almost rotting salads and well-​burnt-​masquerading-​as-​medium-​rare filet mignon, and I kept wondering what the heck we were doing here. The only saving grace was the coconut cake with vanilla ice-​cream, but I would never trek over to this part of Midtown just for that.
Pass.

Came here for dinner as a treat for my mum (who I’d brought to NYC for the first time as a 60^th Birthday Present). Had never been before, however it is now on my list of favourite NYC Steak Restaurants!
The service was just perfect. Very attentive waiters, chatty and not too formal.
The drinks were lovely. Great selection of wines.
The food was awesome! But be warned, the side portions are on the large side. Also, if you go for the chicken there is a missing detail on the menu — it is a whole chicken! Bit of a shock if you order it as a individual main!
The steaks are lovely, as is the onion rings and crab cake starter.
Will definitely be back !

Food: 3.5
Service: 2
Ambiance: 4
Came here for lunch during restaurant week on August 5, 2015 and I must say it is a bit over-​hyped. We were greeted by the nice hostess and that’s about where the friendly service ended. Our waiter was rough around the edges. A man of few words and no smile at all. Service felt rushed and they were not very attentive.
The food was not as mind blowing as I had expected it to be. Our appetizers were pretty good. I got the calamari and my boyfriend got the clam chowder. His clam chowder was really creamy and had a good amount of bite. My calamari was huge, but it was too oily for my liking. Thank goodness they gave me half a lemon to tone it down. I ordered my filet mignon medium rare, but it was bordering medium with barely any red/​pink left in the center. The lady next to our table ordered her steak medium and it came out very bloody red. How can a steakhouse not do steak right??? My boyfriend’s lump crab cakes were divine. They were all lump meat and barely any filler. Dessert is always the best part in my opinion. The bourbon pecan pie was sweet and flavorful and my coconut cake was moist and fluffy.
The place had its own charm and you could carry out a conversation easily. We were seated away from the center so it wasn’t as bustling.

Why 5 stars? The cheesecake!
Ok, so it’s the only thing I had here on my last day visiting NYC. I couldn’t leave the city without having New York Style Cheesecake (just called cheesecake here, haha). And let me tell you, I’m glad I did! I didn’t even mind that the slice I ordered was $ 10. It was worth it.
The slice was large, delivered on a chilled plate, and had a single raspberry on top. It was so creamy and smooth, and perfectly sweetened — so unlike any other cheesecake I’ve ever had. The graham cracker crust was moist and yet held together like it should. It was culinary magic and I had to share it with my dining mates.
If you visit, don’t skip dessert. You’ll be glad you didn’t. It truly is amazing.

Ein Steakhaus mit Tradition, zumindest seit 1971, was in den USA schon erwähnenswert ist. Hier passt für mich wirklich Anspruch und Leistung zusammen. Ein schönes gediegenes Ambiente und eine tolle klassische Steak-​Karte zusammen mit gutem Service.
Dry-​aged-​Steak aus der Reifekammer ist hier angesagt. Das Porterhousesteak für zwei war fantastisch, die Filet Mignons ‘au Roquefort’ bzw. ‘Oscar’ (mit Spargel und Hollandaise) auf den Punkt medium-​rare gebraten. Vorneweg gab es einen Lobster Cocktail, was nichts anderes ist als ein ganzer (kleiner) Maine-​Lobster mit Sauce, einen Caesar Salad und ein Tuna Tartare.
Im gediegenen Ambiente eines Clubhouse kommen die Kellner mit langen weißen Schürzen daher und machen Menüvorschläge bzw. bieten Beratung für die Bestellung an. Sympathisch war für mich, dass die Herren offensichtlich bereits seit Jahrzehnten im Dienst waren und somit authentisch rüberkamen.
Was Steak in NY betrifft muss man z.Z. mit etwa 50 $ pP für den Hauptgang rechnen, hinzu kommen die Vorspeise, Getränke und der Tip. Das Lokal ist Wochentags durch viele Geschäftsleute besucht (Anzugträger) und ist in der 3. Ave/​49^th St. sehr gut besucht, so dass sich eine Reservierung absolut empfiehlt.

Ein Steakhaus, wie man es sich wünscht. Fantastisches Fleisch, große Portionen, guter Service. Die Preise sind hoch, leider aber auch der Geräuschpegel. Ohne Reservierung hat man auch unter der Woche kaum eine Chance.

Ein Traum.
Sind hierher als Alternative zu Peter Luger in Brooklyn gegangen.
Tolles, klassisches Steakhaus. Viele Geschäftsleute, leichter Promifaktor.
Sensationelles Steak mit gutem Preis-​/​Leistungsverhältnis. (2x Filet 400g, 1x Filet 200g, Beilagen, 3 Runden Bier ca. 290 $ inkl Trinkgeld).
Gute Lage mitten in Midtown in der Nähe Grand Central

Gutes und bei deutschen Touristen recht bekanntes und beliebtes klassisches Steakhaus. Man bekommt ordentliche Messer und sehr ordentliche Steaks. Und man bekommt eine Reservierung, das ist bei Peter Luger in der Regel nicht so einfach. Die Klimaanlage ist im Sommer gelegentlich zu kalt eingestellt und den Damen in dünnen Sommerkleidchen wird es kühl. Aber das ist der wahre Luxus der Amerikaner.

C’est une superbe adresse gastronomique à New York, une belle salle et un beau bâtiment, des beaux plats, une belle présentation, et un très bon service. Une magnifique adresse.

Exzellente saftige Steaks, ein Traum
Fast eine Legende in NY und deshalb ein Muss für mich als passionierte Steakesserin. Hatte das Prime-​Rib, das blass rosa auf den Punkt gebraten war. Es war butterzart und in der Qualität wohl kaum in Europa zu bekommen.
Was für einen Europäer seltsam anmutet, ist das man außer dem Steak nichts weiter bekommt. Alles was wir unter Steakessen verstehen (Salat, Brot, etc.) gibt es so nicht. Man muss sich die Beilagen dazu bestellen, die aber auch zum Teil anders sind als hier. Pommes sind spitze, weil ganze Kartoffeln frisch gebraten werden.
Allein die Vielfalt der Fleischsorten und Cuts ist enorm. Von verschiedenen Größen ganz zu schweigen. Da die Amis nicht von BSE betroffen waren bekommt man auch ein ordentliches T-​Bön Steak (ca. 1kg mit Knochen).
Ambiente ist zweigeteilt. Unten im schönen Restaurant sitzt die Promininenz und die gutbetuchten Stammgäste. Schaut aus wie in einem 5-​Stene Lobbyhalle.
Oben etwas einfacher, enger und heruntergekommen das normale Fußvolk mit unbedingter Reservierung, sonst geht gar nichts. Jackettpflicht ist nicht mehr ganz so streng.
Atmosphärisch kommt man sich wie in den 20er Jahren vor. Alle Kellner sehen aus wie der Pâté bzw. in Ihrem weißen Anzügen wirken sie sehr gediegen und streng. Was ganz anderesund sehenswert.
Das Steak kostet dann je nach Gewicht 80 – 100 $, plus Getränke, Beilagen und Tip ist man gut 150 $ los pro Nase. Der Spaß ist es wert.

Sehr leckere Steaks, die Filets sind auch von der Größe her nicht völlig übertrieben wie man es in anderen Steakhäusern findet.
Mir vergeht der Apetit, wenn ich halbe Tiere auf dem Teller liegen sehe.
Bei Smith & Wollensky bekommt man sehr leckeres Fleisch, dazu Weine zu vernünftigen Preisen (natürlich auf New Yorker Niveau), eine sehr freundlichen Service in angenehmen Ambiente.
Es empfiehlt sich zu reservieren (online Reservierung über Open table).
Wer gerne Steaks ist und bereit ist, dafür auch etwas zu bezahlen, ist hier sicherlich nicht verkehrt.

Super Steak gehabt, war wirklich lecker. Sehr nettes Ambiente und der Service war auch erstklassig.

Wirklich exzellente Steaks, immer auf den Punkt. Schneller Service und blitzsauberes Restaurant.

Wenn New York und wenn Steak — dann ist Smith & Wollinsky ein MUSS! Bin schon xmal dagewesen und es war immer ein Erlebnis. Kann man mit gutem Gewissen empfehlen. Nicht preiswert, aber jeden Dollar wert.

I haven’t had it but three people have told me the steak at Perry Street (Jean Georges) served with some sort of fondue dipping sauce was the best steak they ever had. I should add that this is not a steakhouse… just has good steak.

Teuer, aber excellent. Reservierung dringendst empfohlen. Ansonsten eigentlich immer lange Wartezeiten. Die Cocktails sind gewöhnungsbedürftig

das erste smith&wollensky wurde — glaube ich — in chicago eröffnet. fast in jeder grossen stadt an der ostküste zu finden.
man weiss, was man erwarten kann und wird auch nicht enttäuscht– zumindest was die qualität des essens angeht.
service kann sehr unterschiedlich empfunden werden ;-)
sehr gutes, etwas teureres steak+seafood restaurant der gehobenen klasse.

If Steak is religion — this is cathedral!
Das Stimmt: Ich habe in meinem Leben noch nie so gute Steaks gegessen und für amerikanische Verhältnisse auch eine gute Weinkarte.
Unbedingt Probieren: Die Seafood Vorspeise
Mit Ist man aber auch gerne 120 Dollar pro Person los — trotzdem — ich würde immer wieder hingehen.
Ein Super Laden

Das beste Steakhouse in New York? Auf jeden Fall typisch: Bunte, professionelle Bedienung, in jeder Hinsicht auf Touristen eingestellt und saftige Preise! Das Porterhouse teilt man sich auf jeden Fall zu zweit, dazu reicht eine Beilage, soviel Fleisch! Mit zwei Beilagen reicht es locker auch für drei! Es ist voll und laut, wir mussten mit einigen anderen trotz Reservierung an der Bar warten. Achtung, die Martinis sind teuer, vorab lieber ein Bier bestellen. An der Präsentation ist nix raffiniertes, im Gegenteil alles sehr einfach. Wir wollten es trotzdem probieren. Lecker war es, keine Frage aber den Preis wert? Ich finde eher nicht.

In die Jahre gekommenes Kultrestaurant. A Steakhouse to End All Arguments wie die New York Times schrieb. Es geht mittlerweile besser. Ein kleiner relaunch wäre angebracht.

chaine de restos chic aux US, qui sont très connus pour leur viande de boeuf appelée le sirloin
le resto à l’intérieur est très beau, style brasserie, le service est bien (pas non plus le service à la française) et le sirloin fondant
c’est chez eux que miranda, la méchante du diable s’habille en prada, commande tous les jours son steak servi directement sur son bureau ! la grande classe
si vous aimez la viande, vous serez ravis !
attention au portemonnaie tout de même. c’est loin d’être donné!

Für mich da beste Steakhouse in New York!!!
Jeder N. Y Besuch wird mit einem Besuch bei Smith & Wollensky bedacht. Auf jeden Fall reservieren (Sie müssen trotzdem vorher an die Bar einen Drink nehmen)
Die Bedienung ist unterschiedlich freundlich, beim letzten mal hatten wir einen Bulgarischen Kellner der sehr bemüht warist hier nicht die Regel!!! Die Steaks sind der Hammer!!!
super Fleisch toll gebraten!!! Leider auch zu saftigen Preisen, nur das Fleisch kostet zwischen 40 und 50 Dollar.
Dazu kommen noch die Beilagen mit je 11 Dollarplus Tipplus Serviceplus Tax. Aber der Dollarkurs steht ja gut!!!
Tip das Chateaubriand für zwei Personen.