Smith & Wollensky

Steakhouses & grills ·New York ·$$$$ ·Closed
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Smith & Wollensky is a steakhouse in New York City, on the corner of Third Avenue and 49th Street, known for dry-aged USDA Prime steaks.

Menu & prices

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Why go

  • USDA Prime, dry-aged steaks, aged about four weeks in a box held at a constant 36 degrees

Opening hours

Today17:00 – 22:00Show all
Monday11:45 – 14:30, 17:00 – 22:00
Tuesday17:00 – 23:00, 11:45 – 14:30
Wednesday17:00 – 23:00, 11:45 – 14:30
Thursday17:00 – 23:00, 11:45 – 14:30
Friday17:00 – 23:00, 11:45 – 14:30
Saturday17:00 – 23:00
Sunday17:00 – 22:00

Good to know

LunchDinnerLate NightFull BarGift Cards AvailableNon-smoking restaurantsPrivate DiningReservationsServes AlcoholTable ServiceWheelchair Accessible

Dishes to try

  • USDA Prime dry-aged steaks, hand-butchered in-house
  • Porterhouse steak for two, among the prime steaks
  • Filet mignon, offered in a selection of styles with different toppings
  • Live Maine lobsters, weighing 2 to 13 pounds each
  • Fresh shucked oysters from the raw bar
  • Dover Sole Meuniere, among the classic main dishes
  • Creamed spinach and hashed browns as side dishes
  • Housemade cakes, sorbets and ice creams for dessert

Booking a table

  • Tables can be booked through the restaurant's website.
  • Reservations are available for lunch and dinner.

Atmosphere

  • Indoor and outdoor dining, for lunch and for dinner.
  • Non-smoking restaurant with table service.
  • Full bar, with wine and beer also served.
  • Private dining rooms can be booked for groups.
  • Late-night meals are served alongside lunch and dinner.
  • Servers wear a star on the jacket pocket for five years of service, with a sleeve slash for each year after.

Good for

  • Groups Private dining is offered.

Shorts

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access The restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

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Where
797 Third Ave, NY, New York City

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Questions and answers

Do I need to book a table at Smith & Wollensky in New York City?

You can book a table through the restaurant's own website. Reservations are available for both lunch and dinner, with indoor and outdoor tables.

What is Smith & Wollensky known for on the menu?

Its USDA Prime steaks, dry-aged and hand-butchered in the restaurant, are the core of the menu. The porterhouse steak for two and live Maine lobsters are also among the main draws.

Is Smith & Wollensky wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Are there vegetarian options at Smith & Wollensky?

Vegetarian guests can order side dishes such as creamed spinach, hashed browns and seasonal vegetables. Housemade cakes, sorbets and ice creams are the dessert options.

Can a group book a private room at Smith & Wollensky?

Yes, private dining rooms can be booked for groups. The restaurant also has a full bar, with wine and beer served alongside.

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