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Center Bar

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Hell's Kitchen, New York

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Center Bar

7.7^/10

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The experts at The New Yorker and Serious Eats recommend this place
"Cocktails are pricey, but the view of Columbus Circle is fantastic!"(2 Tips)
"uptown-classy small plates with live piano."(2 Tips)
"six champagne cocktails"(9 Tips)
"pricey side"(2 Tips)

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The New YorkerSeptember 16, 2013
"The menu has a post-Rainbow Room retro eye and a modern sensibility: there are six champagne cocktails, and a soulful King’s Old-Fashioned is rounded out with a wet walnut." Read more
Heather LanghamApril 4, 2013
This place is a must see! Amazing food and wonderful staff!! Chef Joe knows how to serve it up! Occasional live music creates a relaxing and romantic environment! Did I mention the amazing view?!
Ms HeleneJanuary 9, 2013
Nice place to stop by if in the area. Views over Columbus Circle. Charcuterie and cheese platters were both inspired with variety and strong flavors. Cocktails around $12+. Great service.
BlackBook MagazineNovember 27, 2012
As in Time Warner Center, and as in the center of that. A cool hundred wine choices and the cocktail list runs equally encyclopedic. Add to that a plate of Snake River wagyu beef sashimi. Live Large. Read more
Serious EatsNovember 13, 2013
While their cocktails might tend toward the pricey side, the view, the live pianist, and the general sophistication of the place all help ease the sticker shock.
New York PostSeptember 1, 2014
Berkshire pork belly proved to be a braised belly and suckling-pig hybrid, the lush meat wallowed in fat confit-style and reposing under skin ultra-crisp from a turn in the oven. Read more
New York PostFebruary 21, 2013
Bland-sounding Center Bar is anything but: a stylish refuge serving killer, uptown-classy small plates with live piano. The Moroccan-spiced halibut is a favorite. Read more
jiresellNovember 28, 2015
Cocktails are pricey, but the view of Columbus Circle is fantastic!
Marc SNovember 17, 2019
Pretty nice bar for a shopping center. Well-made cocktails and, occasionally, a pianist.
Chris PattiApril 29, 2014
The rosemary infused Gin and Tonic is excellent, and the bar snacks are a nice mix :)
Karmyn TylerNovember 11, 2019
Grilled cheese and tomato soup is my fav!! Yummy!! ❤️❤️
Bullfrog & BaumFebruary 8, 2013
A perfect view and a perfect way to enjoy high tea on Sundays.
Maria NardoneMay 19, 2013
Tim, the mixologist, is a gem. Ask him for a recommendation or to create one if his own signature creations!
Miss SiaJanuary 5, 2013
Joshua is a great and attentive bartender. Always an interesting mix at the bar. Go!
Natalia QuinteroApril 6, 2013
Come for a drink, stay for the gorgeous view of Columbus circle and Central Park.
Gabriela ZabalúaFebruary 22, 2013
Great view to have a drink and charge your phone. Bartender's super friendly.
Peter ElbaorAugust 29, 2014
Pictures overstate reality. Definitely avoid (went next door for a better view and vibe)
Biz TraveldudeNovember 10, 2014
Great spot for drinks with nice views
Mary POctober 12, 2014
Order the pork belly and wagyu beef!
Marie La RueJanuary 20, 2020
You’re here for the fantastic view of Colombus Circle.
Angela DayMarch 12, 2017
The view is nice if you're close to the window, and the drinks are special but the staff isn't very friendly...
Omoju MillerJune 5, 2015
Ask for Dan the mixologist
kevin balfeFebruary 17, 2013
Should be on every tourist to-do list.
Lauren HassanMarch 3, 2016
Spicy margarita
Maurice JoshuaAugust 24, 2014
After movie snack and drink.
Co GMarch 7, 2016
Sidecars!!
Nicolai Skat-LarsenMay 29, 2016
Lovation location location - pro staff 👍.

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