The National Bar & Dining Rooms
American Restaurant and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Turtle Bay, New York
"The National Mule is delicious and refreshing."(3 Tips)
"Geoffrey Zakarian's newest offers a comfortable, yet chic..."(2 Tips)
"Croque madame was really good and huge!"(3 Tips)
"OMG! The grilled octopus appetizer is the bomb!"(3 Tips)
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Clare FoleyMarch 10, 2013Ugly burger is the best my husband ever had!! Chicken salad was so tasty and substantial.... Husband let slip it was my birthday the day before and they brought out a lovely surprise!
The signature cocktail is the National Mule - a very well-made Moscow Mule variant. Once "elite", it appears they have trimmed a couple ingredients (not sure why) so I now consider them "very good".
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Rebekah RobinsonMay 17, 2017Great and delicious breakfast options. I recommend the Classic French Toast and Roasted Potatoes. Additionally, thé des Amants is spectacular
Paula BuzzoSeptember 30, 2018Nice atmosphere and very good attendance. Try Seared Salmon with mushrooms and dashi broth, delicious
This is a Chef Zakarian place - everything is great - Brasserie style food. Good for a quick bite at the bar. Few places around midtown east as good as this.
Affinia Hotel CollectionAugust 20, 2012All of the dishes from celebrity Chef Geoffrey Zakarian are tempting, but you can’t go wrong with the “ugly” burger: it’s got pickled japaleños, house pickles, and special sauce. Yum.
Jana MolnarJune 11, 2012Service was amazing and the food was better! I ordered flourless chocolate cake after overhearing another guest say it was the best dessert she's ever had. I could not agree with her more! Amazing!
Angie SpannMarch 14, 2013What a great experience! The short ribs are to die for and you must get the whiskey infused mousse for dessert! Great service and impeccable food!
HOBNOB MagazineFebruary 21, 2011best spot in this part of town, mushroom gnocchi, skate, steak frites, Ntl Mule cocktail served in metal cup, see photos here: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=255062&id=765634189&l=9efa28e11d
Pamela BiniDecember 31, 2017Lax bagels, pancakes and avocado toast are amazing! Great atmosphere and service!
Jana PotokaOctober 15, 2013Pronab is the best waiter here. We come here when he is working just for the service! The Midtown Manhattan is delicious.- Bullfrog & BaumJanuary 25, 2011Geoffrey Zakarian's newest offers a comfortable, yet chic atmosphere with modern bistro cuisine here. The Lamb Shank is prepared with Farro, Butternut Squash, Cranberry that is elegant and tasty.
Mike KalenFebruary 25, 2014This is a good midtown place. Grilled octopus and cod were my choices. Both very good. Service, however, a different story ....
Jahee SonNovember 28, 2010The roasted chicken is really soft, juicy and flavorful ^^ the pork chop is well cooked with nice jus, and the squash soup is sweet..I think it's to watery.. But other might like that.. :)
Ricky SherrillOctober 3, 2015One of my favorites for breakfast in the area but also good for lunch or dinner.
Oygur YamakJuly 22, 2014I recommend grilled branzino.. Very well cooked and dressed with small baked potatoes.. Delicious!
Brice EnglertDecember 23, 2012Great burger. Spacious tables for parties of 4 or more. My 4 yo son thought the grille cheese was divine.
- Keith GarnerMarch 1, 2017Croque madame was really good and huge! I ordered sides that I didn't need.
Examiner.comFebruary 3, 2011Classic food done with modern flair. Don't leave without having their burger topped high with gruyere cheese and accompanied by well crisped paprika laced fries. Read more
Josh PaytonNovember 23, 2015Good food. Wait staff operates as you might expect in a hotel restaurant--like they'll never see you again.
Karen MageeAugust 20, 2013Heavenly! Brussel sprouts, mussels and corn ravioli are all an absolute must. Make room!!!
Morgan MorrealeOctober 26, 2016Cute, cozy, and elegant interior. Meatballs were delicious, cheese plate was great
JessaNovember 18, 2010the porkchop was very good. overall one of the best meals i've had in quite some time in new york for the price. service was also excellent!
Rumana SiddikyOctober 2, 2013The Mac and Cheese had a great light spice kick to it - highly recommend!
- Amanda WadeMay 28, 2012The scallops (2) were delicious, nice carmelization on the outside. The potato leek soup was light...perfect for summer.
Daniela AlvaresJanuary 27, 2013Very nice bar with an excellent service and delicious food! Come and enjoy!
Spencer BryanFebruary 13, 2011Biscuits and gravy (more like duck confit goodness) is beyond good. Throw in a spicy bloody and you will be a happy camper.
ValerieApril 18, 2015The pulled chicken sandwich was all dark meat which was unexpected. The bread was a good butter brioche.- HOBNOB MagazineJuly 1, 2012If you find yourself in this area, there is no better choice. Fantastic bistro food and vibe.
The New York TimesMay 10, 2011Sit to the right, and ask for a banquette if you can manage one, then don’t shy from ordering a hamburger after the octopus. Read more- Salvatore DianaDecember 15, 2011OMG! The grilled octopus appetizer is the bomb! Perfect size and excellent preparation.
Amy CaoOctober 22, 2011Try the Tuna Nicoise Salad - First meal of fresh greens in over two weeks! Tender and perfectly seared tuna.
Breakfast Tip: The Beef Hash is to die for! Also, some of the best french toast I have ever had.- Haley Hughes BryanFebruary 13, 2011The brunch here is top notch. Try the biscuits & gravy. You'll slap your mamma it's so good.
Manuel Alonso CárdenasJanuary 4, 2017Awful, all the staff had bad attitude and weren't servicial, not even the manager was helpful. Such a deception, please don't waste your time comping to this restaurant.
Stephanie RivkinJanuary 30, 2015Delicious Brussels sprouts. The butternut squash soup was just okay.
With credit to Sam Sifton, the burgers are baptized as "Ugly Burgers" .... Not the most photogenic but packs an incredible punch!- DoubleDeuceJune 5, 2015Quite a tasty burger if you have the time to sit and don't mind the steep price.
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The National Bar & Dining Rooms
557 Lexington Ave (at 50th St)
New York, NY 10022
United States
New York, NY 10022
United States
Named one of the "Top 50 favorite New York restaurants" by The New York Times, Zakarian's all-occasion grand café, located in Midtown East, offers a menu of modern bistro selections and culinary-driven cocktails.
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 7:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 8:00 AM–10:00 PM
(212) 715-2400
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
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Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
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