Landmark Tavern
(212) 247-2562
626 11th Ave
New York,
NY
10036
40.7632
-73.9964
Neighborhoods: Clinton, Midtown
What People Are Saying About Landmark Tavern
The Editor
Kathleen Squires
Citysearch
The Scene
The team from nearby Druid's transformed this historic spot from shabby old-man's bar to polished pub without sacrificing its 1868 integrity. The original bar, carved from a single tree, remains intact as does the gorgeous mahogany paneling, tile floor, and tin ceiling. The hard-drinkers and dockworkers who once frequented the spot would surely be surprised at the new, well-groomed young clientele.
The Food
Despite the interior's spit-and-polish, stick to hearty favorites like the Swiss cheese-smothered filet mignon on a bed of buttery mashed potatoes and the creamy New York cheesecake. There's even a bar menu with burgers and shepherd's pie in case the old regulars stop by. Some of the artfully arranged New American dishes, however, feel out of place. Good quality, whiskey-cured gravlax stretching from a flatbread "tail" seems too fussily formed, and while the scallops in the seafood plate satisfy, the lackluster swordfish skewers and overly dense crab cakes disappoint.
User Reviews
finedinerusa
February 22, 2009
I've found myself entertaining business clients here an awful lot lately. It's just out of the way enough to have a quiet, thoughtful meal and meaningful conversation without being overrun by the 'pre-theater' crowd. The bar is fantastic! It has to be seen to be appreciated. It's the best place to sip a single-malt scotch in the entire city!! Dinner service has been 'attentive', 'friendly' and 'professional' and the kitchen has been overly accommodating, even with the riff-raff I've been bringing in. I've tasted most of the menu at this point and have always been satisfied. The portions are huge, everything tastes like a fantastic home-cooked meal! My favorites are the succulent steak with a killer bordelaise sauce, the tender pork and the overwhelming chicken breast. The appetizers are also excellent from the salads to the scotch eggs to the scallops. They also have a Tavern menu with fantastic fish n chips, shepherd's pie, and burgers. If you're looking for a huge bar to hang with your work crowd and nosh on finger foods, look no further!
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Anonymous
April 15, 2008
I have been here a time or two with a few close friends and the food is great. Not only that but the staff has always been pleasant and the service is prompt. I highly recommend this bar and grill for a nice night out.
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1trainer
August 06, 2007
Landmark is very much that because the food is horrible. The steak was fatty and pork chops were bland. The bread was stale and the service was not too far off from the food. The food took 45 minutes. When the server was asked as to what happened to the food, her comment was "Oh Yeah" I forgot, she then laughed. What a ditz. Wouldn't go back.
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When to Go:
The bar stays open until 4am, seven nights a week.
The Extras:
Check out sister restaurant Druid's for more modern pub grub.
What to Drink:
Landmark has a selection of 30 fine single malt scotches, from 16-year-old Lagavulin ($12) to 10-year-old La Phroaig ($10.50).
Private Rooms:
Catered parties can be held for up to 100 people.
Category:
Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Taverns
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Private Rooms, Theater District Dining, Historic Setting, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Fireplace, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
General Info:
Cuisine:
New American, Traditional American
