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Lever House Restaurant

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Lever House
390 Park Ave., New York, NY 10022
at 53rd St. See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-888-2700 Send to Phone

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Reader Rating:
7.8 out of 10
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6 Reviews | Write a Review
Cuisine: American Nouveau

Photo by Shanna Ravindra

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Official Website

leverhouse.com

Nearby Subway Stops

6 at 51st St.; E, V at Fifth Ave.-53rd St.

Prices

$16-$36

Payment Methods

American Express, MasterCard, Visa

Special Features

Business Lunch
Lunch
Private Dining/Party Space

Alcohol

Full Bar

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Marc Newson’s edgy design puts a twenty-first-century spin on Gordon Bunshaft’s idea of modern, a fine fit for chef Dan Silverman’s grown-up, smartly seasoned food. Wasabi crème fraîche and tobiko enrich his tuna carpaccio. Diver scallops float in an intense celery nage. And the veal chop is impeccable. Don’t resist the elegant mint-chip-ice-cream sandwich. — Rob Patronite and Robin Raisfeld

Food:	10

Service:	9

Décor:	10

Value:	8

The design and decor of Lever House has been one of its calling cards. The entrance via a Star Trek like tunnel permits the guest to transition from the streets of Manhattan to something that is either the future, or what the future was to look like in the 1950's. Clearly the tables/booths along the left side and at the rear are the preferred seating. The endless row of two-tops along the right side is depressing. The contemporary American menu presents the diner a small but interesting selection of choices which are far more appetizing than the descriptions. There are prix fix menus in addition to the ala cart menu. The execution of Executive Chef - Dan Silverman's kitchen is outstanding, and rivals the best in Manhattan. The wine list while comprehensive is priced very high and it was a clear sign that the house still desires expense accounts types and not real food and wine lovers. So if you love interesting and well prepared modern American cuisine in a unique environment go to Lever House. However, if you are a wine lover, go elsewhere.

Best apple martinis & space but horrible crowd

kabasan from | Posted on 11/2/04

Overall Rating: 8 (Recommended)


Food:	7
Service:	9

Décor:	10

Value:	8

Have never had a apple martini so good. Mod space and design is amazing. Too noisy though & lots of business or Madison ave attire. Waiter was extremely friendly but bar patrons had something up their...

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