New York City is a popular vacation and business destination. Visitors to New York can attend the theater and ballet, visit world-class museums, practice their golf swing and dine at some of the world's finest restaurants. Centrally located on Park Avenue and 50th Street, The Waldorf-Astoria has hosted presidents, dignitaries and visitors since 1893. For dining options, the Waldorf is within walking distance of many of New York's finest restaurants.
The Palm
The Palm is a classic American steakhouse, featuring aged prime beef and seafood served a la carte by weight. Side dishes are served family style, as are the various marinades and sauces. The walls of The Palm are decorated with caricatures of local regulars, businessmen, politicians and celebrities who dine at The Palm. Open daily for lunch and dinner, The Palm also has a special three-course businessman's lunch.
The Palm
837 2 Avenue
New York, NY 10017
(212) 687-7698
thepalm.com
Sparks Steak House
Voted "best steakhouse in NYC" in 2001 by The New York Post, Spark's might be best known for the gangland-style murder of Mob boss Paul Castellano as he was leaving the restaurant. Entrees consist of classic steakhouse selections such as sirloin and filet mignon, seafood and lobster paired with traditional sides such as baked potatoes and creamed spinach. Spark's has its own cigar humidor and has won Wine Spectator's Grand Award.
Sparks Steak House
210 E. 46th St.
New York, NY 10017
(212) 687-4855
sparkssteakhouse.com
Jean Georges
With a three-star Michelin Guide rating and a four-star New York Times review, Jean Georges remains one of New York's most popular restaurants. The restaurant offers prix fixe three-course tasting menus for dinner and two-course menus for lunch. Choices include fois gras brulee with dried cherries, rack of lamb with chili glaze and charred corn ravioli with basil fondue. Jean Georges is open daily for lunch and dinner (including Christmas Day). Reservations are recommended.
Jean Georges
1 Central Park West
New York, NY 10023
(212) 299-3900
jean-georges.com
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