(212) 245-1234

204 W 55th St (nr. Seventh Ave.)
New York, NY 10019 40.7643 -73.9814

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Neighborhoods: Clinton, Midtown

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Hours:

LUNCH Daily: 12:00pm-2:30pm DINNER Sun-Mon: 5:00pm-10:00pm Tue-Thu: 5:00pm-11:00pm Fri-Sat: 5:00pm-12:00am

Price:

$$$$

Last updated 4.14.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Romantic Dining, Fine Dining, Theater District Dining, Group Dining, Bar Scene, Prix Fixe Menu

General Info:

Open 7 Days

Cuisine:

New American, Mediterranean

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Amalia

Featured Review

Justin Hartung

Contributor

In Short – Amalia is named for Sigmund Freud's mother, and one can imagine her son would have a field day analyzing the competing textures and patterns flowing through the two-story space. Glass-ensconsed beams, baroque paintings hung on the ceiling, and peacock-adorned wallpaper summon a dreamlike state, as do the menu's modern twists on Mediterranean fare: hamachi crudo, chorizo-stuffed chicken with pickled golden raisins, and wild king salmon with cucumber-lime yogurt. Desserts like ginger-spice creme brulee come from Aureole vet Johnny Miele.

Editor's Tips

What to Drink:
Try the Demeter ($12), a not-too-sweet, elderberry-enhanced gin drink.
Where to Sit:
The downstairs lounge, D'or, is open Thu-Sat from 6pm-4am and Mon-Wed from 6pm-2am.
Theater District Dining:
Amalia's large size and location just above Times Square makes it a viable pre-theater dinner option.
ambiance
94.44000244140625% positive
  1. “In fairness, after speaking with the GM, we were offered a free bottle of bubbly - and the food IS amazing - and the decor IS lovely - so I will be back.”
  2. “Wonderful ambience”
  3. “Great atmosphere, really bad bartender”
  4. “must say the place is incredibly beautiful and a bit intimidating at first but the staff made us feel relaxed and comfortable.”
  5. “The decor is modern without being too cold or rigid, incorporating things such as a beautiful mosaic, back-lit stairway.”
  6. “The atmosphere was romantic with a candle on the table.”
  7. “The resturant is in an excellent location near several theaters.”
  8. “It is a lovely space that is cozy but very relaxing.”
  9. “I've been to this spot a couple of times for drinks and always enjoy the decor and the cocktails.”
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. “You must try the eggplant and goat cheese lasagna for appetizer and the warm caramel center chocolate tart!”
  2. “The desserts were equally impressive.”
  3. “had a Chocolat Tart with a salted caramel center that I strongly encourage everyone to try, especially if you love chocolate.”
  4. “The Chilean Sea Bass is yummy, the crab cake is good as well.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “The pork tenderloin is to-die-for and the service was great though they did seem to be out of a couple of wines that I was interested in trying.”
  2. “cool wine cellar vibe with low lighting and chandeliers.”
  3. “I've been to this spot a couple of times for drinks and always enjoy the decor and the cocktails.”
food quality
97.5% positive
  1. “The food was just magnificent.”
  2. “The Chilean Sea Bass is yummy, the crab cake is good as well.”
  3. “Excellent food and service”
  4. “the calamari is to die for and the lamb meatballs are decadently delish!”
  5. “The crab appetizer was very good and my sliced steak over marinaded red peppers and greens was superb.”
  6. “The calamari was tasty, but small portioned.”
  7. “We went to Amalia when it first opened and had a wonderful meal, and looked forward to our second visit last night.”
  8. “The smoked pork chop was good, but the bed of vegetables was oily and mushy.”
  9. “which was an amazing paella-style dish wth toasted pasta, clams and mussels.”
  10. “The food is great, service is a little unpredictable but never bad.”
  11. “Great food, good vibe”
  12. “The food was JUST Magnificent”
  13. “The pork tenderloin is to-die-for and the service was great though they did seem to be out of a couple of wines that I was interested in trying.”
  14. “The cauliflower and apple soup I heard was excellent and the sauce that accompanies the Bistro Frities are really good.”
  15. “Good food”
  16. “In fairness, after speaking with the GM, we were offered a free bottle of bubbly - and the food IS amazing - and the decor IS lovely - so I will be back.”
  17. “My friend had the Stuffed Sea Bass that was equally delicious as well as beautifully presented.”
  18. “The food was excellent.”
  19. “The food is amazingly good.”
  20. “Mainly sticking to appetizers as I found them more ineteresting than the entrees, I had the Tausoff Salad, which was a good arugula salad, and the lamb meatballs which were good, but def had a mediterrean touch to it.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “What's great about this restaurant is it's the perfect place for dinner for two OR a night out with bunch of friends.”
  2. “This is a good place for a quick dinner after work (Midtown).”
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. “In fairness, after speaking with the GM, we were offered a free bottle of bubbly - and the food IS amazing - and the decor IS lovely - so I will be back.”
service
93.75% positive
  1. “The food is great, service is a little unpredictable but never bad.”
  2. “must say the place is incredibly beautiful and a bit intimidating at first but the staff made us feel relaxed and comfortable.”
  3. “Our waiter was friendly and knowledgable without being stiff and stuffy as some might expect.”
  4. “The service is good though a little laid-back.”
  5. “The pork tenderloin is to-die-for and the service was great though they did seem to be out of a couple of wines that I was interested in trying.”
  6. “Excellent food and service”
  7. “While I would not say it is a great spot for kids, we had 3 two-year-olds with us, and the hostesses and staff were very accomodating.”
  8. “Great atmosphere, really bad bartender”
value
0.0% positive
  1. “Highly overpriced.”
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. “This is a good place for a quick dinner after work (Midtown).”
4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/07/10

Closed Down?

by LifeIsBeautiful at Citysearch

Please had great ambiance...

Recently, I went over there to meet some friends for drinks and noticed they were closed down?

3 Star Rating: Average

04/28/10

Great atmosphere, really bad bartender

by korenR at Citysearch

If you're looking to host a corporate get-together in a bar for about 40 people early in the evening, this is ideal. It's central, beautiful and has a nice feel to it. In this economy, you'd think the bartender would be charming the pants off a whole bunch of thirsty ladies. Instead, we got surly, holier-than-thou treatment last night.

  • Pros: Beautifully designed space, warm and inviting
  • Cons: Mediocre wine selection, bad attitude bartender
4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/18/08

The food was JUST Magnificent

by alexastar at Citysearch

We brought two good friends here who had done us an unexpected significant favor. It was all of our first time at the Amalia , and it was simply marvelous. The service really stood out as top notch. They were attentive but not overbearing. Everything went just as it should have with them carefully watching us and pacing the courses. We never felt rushed. It is a lovely space that is cozy but very relaxing. It is not too formal. The food was just magnificent. I did enjoy the touted flexibility of ordering the number of courses i wanted, and picking exactly what. I got two appetizers, then a main. Most importantly, it was a perfect night out (and we don't get out much). We recommend it highly. Truly.

  • Pros: food,service
2 Star Rating: Below Average

01/11/08

Overrated and Overpriced

by radima at Citysearch

Having read the greatest reviews, we planned our Saturday night there. Disappointed! Far from what the restaurant's website represents! Poor entres menu and highly overpriced. Highly overpriced. Overrated and overpriced.

  • Pros: Service
  • Cons: Food, overrated decor, highly overpriced
4 Star Rating: Recommended

01/03/08

I Am A Real Reviewer

by qtgurljny at Citysearch

I've been reading reviews on the restaurant that mangement is posting "fake" reviews. I know that goes on and think it's shameful. Whether that's happened here, I don't know but, trust me, I am a real foodie. So Amalia is located in the aptly named Dream Hotel and one step inside and you are really whisked away into a dream. The decor is modern without being too cold or rigid, incorporating things such as a beautiful mosaic, back-lit stairway. It's truly a beautiful space. My skepticism comes out when places are really beautfiul because the glitz always outweighs the kitchen but, in this case, I though the food was really good! I was getting nervous because of all the negative reviews. Mainly sticking to appetizers as I found them more ineteresting than the entrees, I had the Tausoff Salad, which was a good arugula salad, and the lamb meatballs which were good, but def had a mediterrean touch to it. The cauliflower and apple soup I heard was excellent and the sauce that accompanies the Bistro Frities are really good. My dining companions raved about their tuna, and short rib entrees respectively. In short, I still think the beauty might outweigh the kitchen by a tad bit, but once you get comfortable in here, I don't htink you'll care.

The Details on Amalia

Place Categories:

  • great food
  • intimidating place
  • great atmosphere
  • great service
  • decadently delish lamb meatballs
  • beautiful lovely space
  • small calamari
  • favorite new spot
  • knowledgable waiter
  • nice techno beat
  • wonderful meal
  • equally impressive desserts
  • good vibe
  • wonderful breathtaking design elements
  • always enjoy cocktails
  • amazing dish wth
  • great discovery
  • interesting writeups
  • always enjoy decor
  • good tausoff salad
  • beautiful backlit stairway
  • wonderful ambience
  • yummy chilean sea bass
  • bad bartender
  • outstanding mediterraen restaurant