(212) 687-4855
210 E 46th St
(2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue)
New York,
NY
10017
40.7531
-73.9724
Neighborhoods: Midtown East (Turtle Bay), Midtown, Midtown East
Sparks Steak House
What People Are Saying About Sparks Steak House
The Editor

Josh Ozersky
Citysearch
Sparks gained its most enduring fame when mobster Paul Castellano was assassinated on his way in, but that just proves that its meat is worth dying for. OK, maybe that's an exaggeration. Certainly no one comes here for their health--or the decor, which consists mostly of paintings of dead trees in winter and vast expanses of tables filled with hungry he-men and their dates. What you do get at Sparks is some of the city's best prime beef, expertly broiled and served unsliced and without effeminate garniture. The lamb chops, veal and other meats are also of the highest order, and the wine list…
Really excellent meal
by cirenUK
Visiting NY from the UK for the first time we plumbed the depths of CitySearch for recommendations for a good Steak House and chose one within easy walking distance of our hotel. We're both sure that we chose well. Sparks is large but still manages to be inviting. We were seated quickly and our allocated table served by a pleasant and attentive waiter - Juan (from Argentina, we later learned). The menu, thankfully, is very simple with only 10 or so appetisers and slightly more entrees to choose form. The same cannot be said for the winelist. That was one of the most extensive winelist we've been presented with in the US.
Our chosen steaks were cooked to perfection as was our choice of vegetables. We really can't find any room for criticism of the food quality (and that's unusual for us!). Our deserts were OK - nothing remarkable or noteworthy - except that the Raspberry Romanoff didn't live up to it's "Rich but Good" title. As for service, Juan did a superb job. He found the right balance of attention, chat and pace. We never felt rushed at any point despite the restaurant being very busy. So why, you ask, do we only give it 4 stars? That's because of two things. Firstly, this was an expensive meal. The old addage "You get what you pay for" is true but in this restaurant, you pay for everything! The entree's price does not include any sides whatsoever. Quite surprising given the $40plus price-tag per entree. The second reason is the manner of the Maitre-De (spelling?). He was abrupt and arrogant - verging on rude - far too full of his own importance and apparently oblivious to the fact that customers pay his wage! That having been said, we really did enjoy this meal and would definitely recommend for the occaional "splurge" outing.
- Pros: great steak, pleasant service
- Cons: Price, nothing included in entree price.
What an experience!
by pnutttttttttt
I went to the Sparks on a recent trip to NYC with 2 of my girls for a girls weekend..What an experience!
We made reservations for 7:30..the guys at the front in the suits were very ...umm how do u say "pushy"? After being held at the bar for over an hour we were seated in the biggest and loudest room i have ever eaten in! This place looked like something out of the Godfather movies. We were greeted by our big muscled up waiter who looked angry and mean at 1st but was such a sweetheart and very funny..(his name is Chris)..He convinced us to split up the apps and to save ourselves for the steaks! We each had a Sirloin ( their signature) amazing! cooked perfect ! The sides of hash browns and asparagus were the perfect compliment to the steak..
Two bottles of wine down and after a little bit of digestion Chris brought us a berries ala mode.....so good!! If you are in NYC and crave steak go to sparks ! Thanks Sparks and thank you Chris !!!!
- Pros: Steak, wine, desert, service
- Cons: Maitre'd ..the wait
Stick to the steak is my guess
by asaralegui
I chose to eat a red snapper at Sparks after having too much red meat of late and having had terrific fish at other NY steak houses. Mistake #1. It was breaded, dry and tasteless. Very disappointing given the cost and the reputation of the place. The service was very attentive so we did not focus much on our waiters ins and outs. Mistake #2. He served us about six or seven bottles of imported water which we did not ask for but did not notice given a robust dinner conversation and the waiter's quiet efficient manner. I will not shock you with the total water bill but ....it was significantly more than two of our entrees.
In sum, a little tasteless and a little sleazy.
- Pros: atmosphere
- Cons: food
The Details on Sparks Steak House
What to Eat:
The so-called "sirloin steak" is in fact a boneless New York strip, and definitely what you want to get.
Know Before You Go:
If your taste is for the distinct funk of dry-aged meat, this isn't the place for you. The meat has a young flavor that tastes purely of mellow-sweet prime beef.
The Extras:
The restaurant can handle parties of up to 150 people.
What to Drink:
Skip the Scotch and go for a lower-end Bordeaux. There are some great relatively affordable ones on the list.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
People Watching, Business Dining, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene
Cuisine:
Dress Code:
Business Casual








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