Charlie Palmer Steak
“Steakhouses aren't difficult to "rate" since it's basically meat and sides so with that being said…”
“Porterhouse for 2, with a piece of Sautéed Foie Gras as an add-on, side dishes to try of hash brown and green beans.”
“We had guilt city voucher we needed to use so made a last minute reservation on a Saturday.”
Charlie Palmer Steak
Takes Reservations: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$$$ Price range Above $61
8 reviews
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This place was amazing!!! Excellent service, nice decor and delicious food.
I ordered the Surf & Turf however since I do not eat beef they altered it to two lobster tails. For sides we ordered the mashed potatoes and sautéed mushrooms both which were divine.
I will be looking up the other locations in California to try and will certainly come back next time I am in NYC.
** Winter Restaurant Week Review **
We originally had reservations elsewhere for Restaurant Week but a last minute meeting left us scrambling to find last minute reservations in the Midtown area. A thorough search led us to Charlie Palmer Steakhouse, which had several openings. We arrived just on time for our reservation but were told that they were clearing up a few tables. After a few minutes, we were led to a table-for-four right by the window, which was nice.
Our waiter came by to drop off the menu and asked if we'd like to see the wine list, which we did. Wine prices were decent and I had a very nice glass of Riesling to go with my meal. We all opted to do the Restaurant Week menu, which offers three choices for appetizer and entrée and two choices for dessert.
For my appetizer, I opted for the Steak Tartare, which is served with a quail egg, gaufrette potatoes and whole grain mustard. I really enjoyed my steak tartare – it was lightly seasoned and the mustard provided a nice kick to the steak. My only complaint is that I wish there was more!
My sister and mom both ordered the Butternut Squash Soup with winter spices, green apples, and chive. I took a few sips of the soup and I thought it was quite good. The green apples and squash cubes provided a crunchy mouth feel.
For my entrée, I decided to do steak on steak and went for the Double Ranch Flank Steak with truffled potatoes and red wine jus. I ordered it medium rare and I think it came out a little closer to medium, but it wasn't a huge problem. There was still a nice pink center and I really enjoyed the truffled potatoes. It was a solid steak.
My mom ordered the Pan Seared Salmon with braised leaks, fingerling potatoes, and meyer lemon emulsion. The salmon was tender and moist, and paired really well with the leak and lemon sauce. If I didn't have my heart set on the steak, I would've definitely ordered the salmon.
For dessert, we all opted for the Cheesecake Pudding with graham cracker crumbs and raspberries on top. I actually really liked this dessert because you still get to have cheesecake without it being super filling and heavy. I paired my dessert with a cup of coffee (extra $4.00), which helped to tone down the sweetness of the pudding.
Service was fairly attentive. Two mangers stopped by during our meal to check up on us and make sure we were enjoying our meals, which was nice. I don't think Charlie Palmer is the best steak I've ever had, but it is definitely a solid steakhouse. If you're ever in the area and strapped for a dinner spot, give Charlie Palmer a try!
Restaurant Week experience review: amazing, amazing steak, and food in general. The quality of the ingredients was so obviously fresh: steak, vegetables, fruit, dessert..everything!! I truly savored every bite, and raved about it with my fellow diners. The waiters and host/concierge were also so generous and kind..
Food/Restaurant Week menu (steak tartar, flank steak, carrot cake / strawberry cheesecake):
I must first note how good their bread and butter are here..I had to request seconds!
And Aside from the quality, the portions were hefty. I expected a smaller steak since this is such a highly renowned steakhouse. Instead, they clearly presented their full capabilities and generosity in their restaurant week menu! The steak was cooked perfectly as expected, and you can tell how high grade the meat is. The steak tartar was also too quality, with a delicious little quail egg on top. The carrot cake was fairly mediocre, but the cheesecake was so delicious and fresh, to the point that typical cheesecakes are now meaningless and worth nothing to my taste buds (it wasn't too mealy or dry).
Overall, you can tell they put great thought into the creativity and taste of each of their dishes.
In addition to the menu, my table ordered some of their sides (sautéed mushrooms in balsamic vinegar, and truffle mac & cheese), which were behind addicting. They did both sides justice, I would've even just had the sides as a meal.
Host/Waiter service:
I had arrived after a long day with my diners, we were not dressed as up to par for the steakhouse, and the host/concierge were not judgmental at all (phew!).
I had asked the waiter if he suggested the carrot cake or cheesecake off of the restaurant week menu, and he insisted I try the carrot cake, and if I didn't like it, he would bring the cheesecake! (So kind!). I actually liked the carrot cake, it was fresh. And I had centered my plate to let my fellow diners try it, and the waiter was like "you don't like it? Don't worry!". I told him I liked it, but then a few minutes later he still brought out a fresh cheesecake 🙂
The host/concierge was so generous, and I assume to help bring service in, gifted me with a card allowing me to bring friends in for a free round of drinks at their bar! I will definitely be coming back (regardless of their service!)
Slight negative from the evening was that the service started a little slow, and they were a bit slow to refill our waters, but we're still overall attentive!
My first time here, and I came with co-workers for my welcome lunch. Absolutely delicious bacon cheeseburger and delicious fries. Food was perfectly cooked and spot on. We got exceptional service and we had a perfect day to eat outside. In addition, I had a glass of Malbec that was the perfect compliment to the burger. Located right in Midtown, I'd highly suggest checking it out if you've never been. Oh, and the basket of bread!!
Friends. They're there for you when you need them. Sometimes you need them to go away.
I came here for restaurant week with a bunch a bunch of my friends. To our dismay the restaurant messed up our reservation and we had to wait. I understand when these things happen. It sucks but it's at that point you get to see what kind of place a restaurant is.
We waited a but but once we sat down they did go out of their way to fix things. Some wine on the house. A drink or two knocked off. It was appreciated.
The soup was the biggest disappointment in terms of the food. I didn't care for it at all. The table ordered up a grilled octopus appetizer which was fantastic. My steak was cooked to perfection. The dessert knocked me out. That or it was the few Manhattans I had.
Back to my friends, towards the end they kept moaning and complaining to get as much stuff as possible. Cmon guys. After awhile they shown they're sorry and have gone out of their way to make up for it. It was appreciated.
Their dedication to improve on a mistake has shown me that this is a place that truly values its customers and I'll be sure to return. Maybe with a different group of friends.
This is a true gem for families with kids.
I was a little bit concerned about taking our little baby to this restaurant, but I really needed to keep her on west coast time as I was visiting NYC. So, I insisted on taking her to all of our fancy dinners. From the minute we walked in, they were just fabulous to us.
The restaurant was great about providing the high chair and finding edible foods for an 11 month old. Granted, she's a fairly well behaved child (for now!) so it wasn't too bad, but no one gave us the stanky eye and everyone was more than accommodating.
Best part?
Steak was REALLY good.
Close to the St. Regis! Walking distance.
I would give this place 3.5 stars overall if I could. It has great service. I would give them 5 stars for the friendly and attentive service. The food is quite good too, your standard NYC Steakhouse fare done well- a soild 3 stars. Get the foie gras here, it will melt in your mouth and its buttery richness pairs perfectly with the pickled cherries. We had the porterhouse and asparagus. The steak was cooked to order and served pre cut in a sizzling case iron pan with either butter or suet. Steak was thick enough that *most* of the pieces were not overcooked by the time we got to them. The asparagus was meh (I have yet to have this at a steakhouse where it's preparation didn't bore me- would recommend you skip it) Carrot cake for dessert was also very good, but I wished we could have gotten a slightly larger slice. I would say if you are in the neighborhood or have a hankering for a steak check this place out.
We had guilt city voucher we needed to use so made a last minute reservation on a Saturday. The steak, service, and the ambience were great! Unlike most upscale restaurants in midtown the ambience was not stuffy- we sat by a group of bachelorette party group who were having the best time of their lived and also sat by old couple who were enjoying Saturday dinner. We had the porterhouse for two and it probably was one of the best porterhouse I have had! I would definitely go back with guests in town or business dinner.