Benjamin Steakhouse

Get cozy by the fireplace while dining on hand-picked steaks at Benjamin Steakhouse in Manhattan.

(917) 512-8312

52 E 41st (Between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue)
New York, NY 10017 40.75179 -73.97894

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Neighborhoods: Midtown South Central, Midtown

BENJAMINSTEAKHOUSE.COM

Hours:

Mon-Fri 7am-10:30am, 11:45am-11pm

Sat-Sun 7:30am-10:30am, 11:45am-11pm

Last updated 9.12.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Hotel Restaurants, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining

Cuisine:

Steakhouse

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Benjamin Steakhouse

The Owner

Benjamin Steakhouse

Owner

Benjamin Steakhouse opened to create a Manhattan Mecca for steak connoisseurs. Chef Arturo Mcleod has spent more than 30 years in the meat preparation business. The former 20-year veteran of Peter Luger's brings his experience to Midtown. The 5,000 square foot restaurant features a ten-foot working fireplace, rich chocolate brown leather seating, oak wood paneling, vaulted decorative ceiling, & modern brass amber-toned chandeliers.Benjamin Steakhouse welcomes groups of all sizes. The entire restaurant can be reserved for up to approximately 215 guests. Our private dining rooms on the…

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Featured Review

Josh Ozersky

Contributor

This midtown steakhouse, like so many others around town, is a Peter Luger clone, right down to the sliced porterhouse.

Editor's Tips

What to Drink:
Try the signature Alchemist cocktail, an iced tea-like concoction of rum, pineapple juice and amaretto, or a martini made with smooth Swiss glacier vodka Xellent.
When to Go:
Dining is not required, so cocktailers can pop in for an after-work drink.
Where to Sit:
Sit in the burgundy leather booths in back to avoid the otherwise un-intimate, white-clothed atmosphere.
The Extras:
The upstairs lounge, lined with leather banquettes, is spacious enough to accommodate after-work soirees.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “Restaurant layout and ambiance were nice.”
  2. “Hey the place is so perfect that I'll be taking my wife for a very romantic dinner their for Valentines Day -that's not much I can say for the other places!”
  3. “loved the decor of the place, with lights low and dark leather accented furniture.”
  4. “The decor and ambience of this place is warm and cozy lending to an overall nice dining experience.”
  5. “asked if I could check out the mezzaine for a party I'm planning-the view from it is incredible -you are looking down at a place with two beautiful reflective mirrors and a fireplace that adds such warmth to the place.”
  6. “The actual size of the restaurant is huge and the decor is phenomenal.”
  7. “Best food , very warm atmosphere, super service”
dessert
50.0% positive
  1. “Priced ok, but the desserts were VERY expensive.”
  2. “We received complimentary after dinner drinks, my boyfriend's fav ice-cream plus a friendly birthday song by the crew *:))) The place is beautiful and magnificent.”
drinks
80.0% positive
  1. “We received complimentary after dinner drinks, my boyfriend's fav ice-cream plus a friendly birthday song by the crew *:))) The place is beautiful and magnificent.”
  2. “Service was horrible, bathrooms are two floors downstairs in the hotel attached, ordered another bottle of wine and it was placed on our table unopened (not kidding) had to find our waiter to remind him to open it, very unorganized food delivery (all apps”
  3. “The place is gorgeous, the wait staff is very attentive and friendly, and they've got a great wine list.”
  4. “And what I think is absolutely great is that their Wine List is exceptional that they have such a list to choose from that what ever mood I'm in I seem to find the perfect wine to accommondate me.”
  5. “had to get out of my seat and track someone down to order our meal, order a second bottle of wine and ask for our check.”
food quality
95.45000076293945% positive
  1. “Service is always excellent and the steaks are cooked to perfection to the way u want.”
  2. “The sides were delicious too - creamed spinach was the best I have ever had and I am not overly generous with compliments.”
  3. “Besides the porterhouse being absolutely phenomenal, their fish is always very fresh.”
  4. “Desert was fresh berries which were fresh and excellent.”
  5. “The seafood appetizer was fresh and tasty as was the lobster bisque soup - delish!”
  6. “am a man that loves any good food-so give me anything delicious and I'm up for it, and it seems I can never get enough of the food at Benjamin's.”
  7. “To those who hale Peter Lugers as the mecca of all steakhouses, I won't argue that they are serving some of the best steak around.”
  8. “My boyfriend enjoyed his steak too.”
  9. “Benjamin on the other hand serves steak that's as good as Lugers if not better.”
  10. “The porterhouse for 2 was cooked to perfection, it has a great crust and you can tell the meat has been aged, great flavor.”
  11. “Along with the place -the food was unexpectantly great!”
  12. “had to get out of my seat and track someone down to order our meal, order a second bottle of wine and ask for our check.”
  13. “have already recommended the restaurant to other steak lovers.”
  14. “Its not only the food alone that exceeds above the rest but it is the service - the waiters make sure to refil your glass so that you never have to lift a hand to either put food on your plate or refill your cup, they along with their service are very fri”
  15. “After dinner I wanted to compliment the chef on his excellences and delicious dishes - i was surprised to find how down to earth the guy.”
  16. “----how many resturants have recieved horrible reviews by the press but yet satisfy well---the best advice is give it a try - if you have and were let down go again and i'm sure your opinion will change and if you haven't been there yet --trust me the foo”
  17. “have grown up dining at many steak houses, all the NY big ones and the appeal here is no wait and not far to travel to get a fantastic dinner.”
  18. “Service was horrible, bathrooms are two floors downstairs in the hotel attached, ordered another bottle of wine and it was placed on our table unopened (not kidding) had to find our waiter to remind him to open it, very unorganized food delivery (all apps”
  19. “Benjamin Steak House is the best place for steak in New York City.”
  20. “Have to say everything was fresh and great.”
  21. “recommend the german potatoes for the side.”
  22. “Best food , very warm atmosphere, super service”
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. “I've tried about 3/4 of the dinner menu and I enjoyed absolutely everything.”
overall
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. “Benjamin Steak House is the best place for steak in New York City.”
  2. “All in all, it was a nice restaurant, but as far as steakhouses go, not my top of the list.”
  3. “The service was great- the waiters were very respectful, the place was absolutely amazing, with ceilings so high and a fireplace that is absolutely beautiful.”
service
93.75% positive
  1. “The service was great- the waiters were very respectful, the place was absolutely amazing, with ceilings so high and a fireplace that is absolutely beautiful.”
  2. “----how many resturants have recieved horrible reviews by the press but yet satisfy well---the best advice is give it a try - if you have and were let down go again and i'm sure your opinion will change and if you haven't been there yet --trust me the foo”
  3. “We decided to give the new Steakhouse a try, and we find ourselves in great service.”
  4. “Best food , very warm atmosphere, super service”
  5. “Its not only the food alone that exceeds above the rest but it is the service - the waiters make sure to refil your glass so that you never have to lift a hand to either put food on your plate or refill your cup, they along with their service are very fri”
  6. “The only time the wait staff was attentive was after they had given us the check.”
  7. “But rather very well trained waiters with much respect and no arrogance & stockiness- Even Benjamin himself, who came over to make sure everything was good - is a very friendly guy.”
  8. “Wait staff was very friendly and attentive.”
  9. “We received complimentary after dinner drinks, my boyfriend's fav ice-cream plus a friendly birthday song by the crew *:))) The place is beautiful and magnificent.”
  10. “Service was horrible, bathrooms are two floors downstairs in the hotel attached, ordered another bottle of wine and it was placed on our table unopened (not kidding) had to find our waiter to remind him to open it, very unorganized food delivery (all apps”
  11. “Perhaps it was the work of the amazing wait staff.”
  12. “also quite liked the staff.”
  13. “Very friendly and attentive service, unlike other steakhouses”
  14. “The cuts are dry-aged and cooked to perfection and the service is impeccable.”
  15. “The layout is fantastic (slip the hostess a 20 and ask for a corner table next to the fireplace) they know how to take care of people here, unlike the gruff service elsewhere.”
  16. “The place is gorgeous, the wait staff is very attentive and friendly, and they've got a great wine list.”
value
70.0% positive
  1. “The actual size of the restaurant is huge and the decor is phenomenal.”
  2. “Yes, the place is expensive, but quality is great and you definitely get a large portion of whatever you order.”
  3. “The portions are HUGE (i felt like i had a half sea bass) and I could not finish mine.”
  4. “The sides were delicious too - creamed spinach was the best I have ever had and I am not overly generous with compliments.”
  5. “Priced ok, but the desserts were VERY expensive.”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/28/11

Best steakhouse I've ever been to

by nyny1981 at Citysearch

Admittedly, I'm not a huge steak eater and we don't visit steakhouses too often but I think we know what a good steak should taste like. And this one is a real winner. The one huge plus about the place is that you don't need to go all the way to Brooklyn to enjoy Peter Luger style steak. The decor and service is extremely relaxed and friendly. The steak itself is just absolutely divine. The shellfish tower is supposed to be very good, but we decided to pass on that one and head straight for the steak. Perfectly cooked and perfectly accompanied by the sides. You need to try it out if you haven't been.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/26/10

One of my top 3 meal in my lifetime!!!

by Kristina28 at Citysearch

My mother and I took my daughter to NY this weekend for her tenth birthday. We asked the concierge on a recommendation on a good steakhouse -- and WOW did we get a good tip. We had 5:30 reservations -- which made little to no wait on the food. The staff was fun and VERY helpful. The Steak for 1/2/3 is what you need to get depending on how many people you have. We got Steak for 2 -- for 3 of us. Perfect amount. Perfect steak! Everything that was served to us was delightful!!! Next time in town... we are going back there.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/10/10

Superb staff and service...awesome burger too!

by Food Enthusiast at Citysearch

i am always greeted warmly when i walk into this establishment. the host and/or owner always recognizes me. i usually have a burger at the bar...what a burger...prime grade beef, broiled medium well to perfection - with delicious hand cut fries, lettuce and tomato. the staff is warm, friendly, and competent, just right - not phony nor over the top...these guys know what they are doing. enjoy. This burger is as good as the one in brooklyn or great neck :) lol.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/06/10

on fire!

by noramosa at Citysearch

My boyfriend and I had a wonderful night at Benjamin. It was his birthday and I picked the restaurant (because he's the meat eater, I'm just the half & half meat and seafood lover. Benjamin has turned our world upside down *:) Now I become a meat eater (but only at Benjamin!). We finished the steak for two!!! Yummy! From the hosts to the maitre d' to the server and bus boy...all I could remember was like living in "heaven." We were being pampered! *:) I never wanted to leave the place. We received complimentary after dinner drinks, my boyfriend's fav ice-cream plus a friendly birthday song by the crew *:))) The place is beautiful and magnificent. It's like a dream come true. Everything went so well. 2 thumbs-up! Thanks SO much!

  • Pros: Romantic view + Excellent staff
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/31/09

GREAT!

by lennka at Citysearch

A customer of Benjamins since they opened their doors and still my favorite steakhouse. Great food, service and experience overall! 5stars!

  • Pros: Everything
  • Cons: Are there any? Pricey, if anything..

The Details on Benjamin Steakhouse

Place Categories:

  • great service
  • beautiful place
  • best benjamin steakhouse
  • attentive wait staff
  • unique food
  • absolutely perfect everything
  • delicious steak
  • fantastic birthday dinner
  • fresh berries
  • loved decor
  • great have
  • comfy fireplace
  • warm ambience
  • fresh seafood appetizer
  • already recommended restaurant
  • unique sight
  • nice restaurant layout
  • good foodso
  • very expensive desserts
  • order meal
  • friendly birthday song
  • love lighting
  • comfy leather chairs
  • small said
  • recommend german potatoes

Message from Benjamin Steakhouse

  • Private Dining Rooms Available
  • Parties up to 250 People
  • Elegant Multi-Level Design

Benjamin Steakhouse opened to create a Manhattan Mecca for steak connoisseurs. Chef Arturo Mcleod has spent more than 30 years in the meat preparation business. The former 20-year veteran of Peter Luger's brings his experience to Midtown.

The 5,000 square foot restaurant features a ten-foot working fireplace, rich chocolate brown leather seating, oak wood paneling, vaulted decorative ceiling, & modern brass amber-toned chandeliers.

Benjamin Steakhouse welcomes groups of all sizes. The entire restaurant can be reserved for up to approximately 215 guests. Our private dining rooms on the second level will accommodate 60 guests.

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