Tao Restaurant
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42 E. 58th St., New York, NY, 10022
212-888-2288
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The lowdown
Tao has long been a dark, colossal hotbed of throbbing beats, theatrical décor, and — occasionally — pan-Asian food served to its bedazzled customers. The original is in the former home of the Palace Theater, and the second Chelsea location is in a 22,000-square-foot space below the Maritime Hotel. To reach it, there’s a 40 foot stairway with seating (for 80) all its own.
What you need to know
DrinksFull Bar, Sake/Soju
Noise LevelBring earplugs!