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Benny John's Bar and Grill, New York, NY

Benny John's Bar and Grill

4.1
4.1
91 Reviews
$30 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Situated near prime locations in NYC (Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Grand Central, Times Square, Theater and Diamond District), Benny John's Bar and Grill have a pleasure of accommodating both domestic and international tourists. Specializing in steaks, grill and traditional American dishes, our location is the perfect destination for a business lunch, pre-theater dinner or group outing with family and friends. Between our indoor and the outdoor dining areas, which offer enough room for 130 people, your needs are guaranteed to be satisfied. From corporate parties, birthday events, rehearsal dinners, weddings to presentations, however small or large, Benny John's has space and the taste to exceed your events' needs!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 500-1857
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    The perfect event starts with the perfect catering! <br />Contact us at hello@bennyjohnsnyc.com and let us make your event unforgettable.
  • Private party facilities
    Are you looking for the perfect NYC location to host your next event? If so, then you have a Private Dining concern on your hands, and we are here to help! Between our indoor and outdoor dining space, and our versatile food and drink menus, your needs are guaranteed to be satisfied. Contact us at hello@bennyjohnsnyc.com
  • Neighborhood
    Rockefeller Center
  • Cross street
    48th st. btwn 5th and Madison Ave (one block from the Rockefeller Center)
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Delivery, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

What 91 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Benny John's Bar and Grill offers an inviting dining experience with "fantastic atmosphere" and "delicious food." Patrons praise the "excellent friendly attentive service" and "great location." The menu boasts well-cooked staples like filet mignon and French onion soup. While some service issues are noted, the restaurant is generally "reasonably priced" and "accommodating," making it a "must restaurant to visit."

91 Reviews
  1. Tim

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant environment, good service and good food. We had the coconut shrimp and salmon - both very good.

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  2. Luke

    VIP

    New York City

    188 reviews

    2.0

    188 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Came for restaurant week and added on oysters and beverage’s. The atmosphere was nice, but I will not be returning. I don’t recommend, there are much much better options in the city for quality of food, value and service. Go somewhere else.

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  3. Michelle

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delightful and the portions were exactly what you want - just enough to leave room for dessert! And the carrot cake was amazing! Service was phenomenal.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Glenda

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I was not impressed with the food. Chicken marsala was terrible and so was the margaritas. This was off of there Restaurant Week venue. Service was slow and resturant was practically empty.

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  5. Peggy

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband & I took advantage of Restaurant week. We enjoyed French onion soup, calamari, Filet Mignon & chocolate mousse. All for $60! The food was delicious & the service was great! Will definitely go back.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Barbara

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was Restaurant Week and the menu choices were many and varied. My friend and I sat at a table next to the bar, it got crowded and noisy when a group came to hang out at the bar. No one's fault at that point. So I highly Benny John's for wonderful service and delicious food...just avoid sitting next to the bar.

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Karen

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Large portions, great food & drinks and our server Denis was genuinely attentive and sweet . Will be back next time in 🍎

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Bill

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I took advantage of NYC Restaurant Week and each got a three-course meal for $60. There were several choices for each course, with a good selection. Crab cake and French onion soup were excellent appetizers, followed by even better entrees of petite filet mignon and seared tuna encrusted with peppercorn. Desserts of cheesecake and chocolate mousse provided the perfect ending to the meal. There also was a Restaurant Week menu of drinks in addition to the regular wine list. The quality of each course was top notch, especially the entrees. Service was excellent and the setting was comfortable and inviting.

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  9. Kit

    Denver

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We waited forty minutes just for our appetizers. The place only had two customers at the bar, so I’m not sure why our food took so long to arrive. The food was mediocre at best. Very over priced!!

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  10. Robin

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Very rushed meal, and there wasn’t even a seating after us. Seemed all about the money… Won’t return and do not recommend. The food was good.

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FAQs

Benny John's Bar and Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 500-1857.

Benny John's Bar and Grill is rated 4.1 stars by 91 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Benny John's Bar and Grill

8 E 48th St, New York, NY 10017

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    48th st. btwn 5th and Madison Ave (one block from the Rockefeller Center)
  • Neighborhood
    Rockefeller Center
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Delivery, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (212) 500-1857
  • Catering
    The perfect event starts with the perfect catering! <br />Contact us at hello@bennyjohnsnyc.com and let us make your event unforgettable.
  • Private party facilities
    Are you looking for the perfect NYC location to host your next event? If so, then you have a Private Dining concern on your hands, and we are here to help! Between our indoor and outdoor dining space, and our versatile food and drink menus, your needs are guaranteed to be satisfied. Contact us at hello@bennyjohnsnyc.com
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