Ted's Montana Grill

(212) 245-5220

110 W 51st St (nr. Sixth Ave.)
New York, NY 10020 40.7607 -73.9806

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Neighborhoods: Theater District - Times Square, Midtown

TEDSMONTANAGRILL.COM

Hours:

Mon-Thu, 11am-10pm

Fri-Sat, 11am-11pm

Sun, noon-9pm

Price:

$$

Last updated 8.07.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Family-Friendly Dining, Business Dining, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Group Dining, Bar Scene

Cuisine:

Steakhouse, Traditional American

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What People Are Saying About Ted's Montana Grill

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In Short – Lots of mahogany, tin ceilings, metal crown molding and Arts and Crafts-style décor prevail at this casual, comfortable saloon, part of media mogul Ted Turner's domain. Beef and bison are king, and they're hand-cut on site. Other bites include beer-can chicken, bison prime rib and cedar planked salmon. For dessert, there's home-made cookies, Kahlua fudge brownies, Coke floats and strawberry shortcake.

Editor's Tips

Save Money:
Blue-plate specials are offered daily, so check out the menu for deals on roast turkey with garlic mashed potatoes and bison short ribs with country-style green beans.
The Extras:
Be sure to check out the general store, which is chock full of cookbooks, chicken roasters and logo merchandise.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “It was literally like cafeteria food, though the decor of the place was quite nice and did not prepare me for the food that was to follow.”
  2. “would definitely recommend coming here because the atmosphere is good(the booths have comfy leather seats and mohagany wood around them), the service was fine, and the food is outstanding.”
  3. “The atmosphere is cozy with good music, and very comfortable.”
  4. “It's a great location for lunch during the work week or a casual meal on the weekends.”
  5. “After having been to Ted's Montana Grill in Columbus, Ohio twice and having incredible bison burgers both times, I was excited to learn of their New York location with the expectations of a similar treat.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “Usually we get friendly and prompt service at the bar, but we were a larger group so we got a table.”
food quality
96.42999649047852% positive
  1. “It was literally like cafeteria food, though the decor of the place was quite nice and did not prepare me for the food that was to follow.”
  2. “The best we ever had so juicy and tender and the onion rings were good.”
  3. “had a great meal in DC and NYC was even better.”
  4. “Taste was excellant cooked to likening freindly, great burgers and steaks.”
  5. “If you're looking for a good bison burger, this probably isn't the place.”
  6. “have been to Ted's twice the first time my friend and I came to eat and let me tell you those bison burgers were so good.”
  7. “would definitely recommend coming here because the atmosphere is good(the booths have comfy leather seats and mohagany wood around them), the service was fine, and the food is outstanding.”
  8. “They cut them there, as well as those damn good onion rings.”
  9. “The food was amazing (I loved the bison burger and my friends had the chicken sandwhich), the service was so nice, and the price attached to the bill made it even better.”
  10. “Appreciated the explanation of the restaurant philosophies by our cheery waitress- all the food is fresh (they have no freezers or microwaves) & their practices are environmentally aware.”
  11. “Same menu, same great burgers, and love the cedar plank Salmon.”
  12. “All the food was timed perfectly the servers were attentive but not intrusive.”
  13. “My husband enjoyed a burger, & I had a chicken grill; both were delicious.”
  14. “After having been to Ted's Montana Grill in Columbus, Ohio twice and having incredible bison burgers both times, I was excited to learn of their New York location with the expectations of a similar treat.”
  15. “great service thought food was very good”
  16. “Great service, great food,”
  17. “It's a great location for lunch during the work week or a casual meal on the weekends.”
  18. “Dinner was good - had the rib-eye and wife had a chicken dish - both very good and cooked well.”
  19. “Excellent food, great service, admirable philosphies”
  20. “The 2nd time I was here the burgers still great but the onion rings were a little different.”
  21. “The accompanying side dishes were also quite tasty.”
  22. “We went with the idea of having great steaks, and or cuts of beef.”
  23. “Good food, Good service, Good prices”
  24. “We went back for lunch the next day and had sandwiches - chix and a burger - both good again.”
  25. “Excellent food great service!”
  26. “Having never eaten bison before I was initially skeptical, but it was absolutely delicious and I loved every bite.”
  27. “am glad that I didn't listen to all the reviews, because, getting a good meal in NYC for the prices that Ted's charged was”
  28. “So it is sad to report that unless you are seeking pricey dry burgers, you'll be sorely disappointed by the food and, if you complain, the managers.”
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. “Really liked the half sour pickles & variety of condiments on the tables.”
  2. “Same menu, same great burgers, and love the cedar plank Salmon.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “Is just a nice place to get dinner or lunch.”
  2. “If you're looking for a good bison burger, this probably isn't the place.”
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. “This was a very pleasant dining experience - we will return here again!”
service
100.0% positive
  1. “Oh yeah, excellent service the night we were there”
  2. “Great service, great food,”
  3. “The food was amazing (I loved the bison burger and my friends had the chicken sandwhich), the service was so nice, and the price attached to the bill made it even better.”
  4. “Usually we get friendly and prompt service at the bar, but we were a larger group so we got a table.”
  5. “would definitely recommend coming here because the atmosphere is good(the booths have comfy leather seats and mohagany wood around them), the service was fine, and the food is outstanding.”
  6. “Appreciated the explanation of the restaurant philosophies by our cheery waitress- all the food is fresh (they have no freezers or microwaves) & their practices are environmentally aware.”
  7. “Excellent food great service!”
  8. “The service was prompt and the staff was nice.”
  9. “Our waitress was very friendly and actually told us a little bit of the background of this place.”
  10. “Good food, Good service, Good prices”
  11. “Felicia, our server was great.”
  12. “great service thought food was very good”
  13. “Excellent food, great service, admirable philosphies”
  14. “All the food was timed perfectly the servers were attentive but not intrusive.”
  15. “First off, our waiter was excellent, attentive and informative.”
value
87.5% positive
  1. “So it is sad to report that unless you are seeking pricey dry burgers, you'll be sorely disappointed by the food and, if you complain, the managers.”
  2. “The food was amazing (I loved the bison burger and my friends had the chicken sandwhich), the service was so nice, and the price attached to the bill made it even better.”
  3. “My 11oz Kansas City BISON Strip was good value and came out just great and tasted great.”
  4. “Very good value for NYC, GREAT SERVICE!”
  5. “am glad that I didn't listen to all the reviews, because, getting a good meal in NYC for the prices that Ted's charged was”
  6. “Just a darn good all American joint, and the prices are good for NYC, and eveyone loves our little half sour pickles.”
  7. “Good food, Good service, Good prices”
  8. “Reasonable prices (though they're not listed on their website).”
1 Star Rating: Poor

01/04/10

stay away got food poisoing jan 2, 2010

by Don46 at Citysearch

I was really sick for 36 hours after eating here, then to discover that they were cited by the dept of public health two weeks ago! Dec 11, 2009. Apparently making sure their employees know and follow health guidlines isn't a priority....the food didn't even taste that good...to start with

  • Cons: poisoning
4 Star Rating: Recommended

11/15/09

great service thought food was very good

by bucka777 at Citysearch

Taste was excellant cooked to likening freindly, great burgers and steaks.

  • Pros: great service not a long wait
  • Cons: none
1 Star Rating: Poor

10/20/09

One of Midtown's Worst Restaurants

by Griffin747 at Citysearch

It is difficult to recount the many issues that have arisen on two visits to Ted's, which I wanted to like. Our offices are nearby, and who doesn't like Ted Turner? So it is sad to report that unless you are seeking pricey dry burgers, you'll be sorely disappointed by the food and, if you complain, the managers. Try this place on your own or with co-workers, but don't make my mistake and take someone you hope to impress or with whom you wish to do business.

  • Pros: Beverages -- Hard to screw up
  • Cons: Food, Managers
4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/05/09

Excellent bison filet!

by scarlett7477 at Citysearch

I took my dad, a carnivore through and through, to dinner here last night. Everything we had was terrific. I started with the wedge salad and he had the chopped, then we both had s bison filet with baked potato, and shared buttered carrots, roasted asparagus, and the salt and pepper onion rings. Having never eaten bison before I was initially skeptical, but it was absolutely delicious and I loved every bite. The atmosphere is cozy with good music, and very comfortable.

  • Pros: Everything was delicious
  • Cons: None
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/22/09

Excellent food great service!

by RicardWagner at Citysearch

This place is an absolute oasis in the wonderful madness that is Midtown Manhattan. After the usually stressful workday I took my family out for a quick bite, since we were in the area Ted's seemed a good choice.

How wrong, it was fabulous from beginning to end! A great selection of beers to choose from, my Delmonico Bison steak was cooked to perfection. My wife had a chicken dish and the kids; one a Bison burger and the other a salad. All the food was timed perfectly the servers were attentive but not intrusive. I hate when the servers are nowhere to be found or worse when they seem to be at your table throughout the meal. I made it a point to compliment Mr Barber on my way out. To my surprise my Son pulled up reviews on my Blackberry when we were seated, our experience surpassed my expectation based on these. I highly recommend Ted's.

  • Pros: Service Bar Food
  • Cons: Parking

The Details on Ted's Montana Grill

Place Categories:

  • great service
  • great bison burgers
  • outstanding food
  • informative waiter
  • wonderful dining experience
  • very comfortable atmosphere
  • pricey dry burgers
  • amazing lunch
  • great steaks
  • great admirable philosphies
  • damn good onion rings
  • great server
  • good darn
  • great meal
  • comfy leather seats
  • quite tasty accompanying side dishes
  • compliment mr barber
  • quite nice decor
  • great biscuits
  • nice staff
  • good sandwiches
  • best bargains
  • good value
  • good prices
  • loves eveyone