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Tequila Tuesdays - Dolly Varden, New York, NY

Dolly Varden

4.3
4.3
1034 Reviews
$31 to $50
Comfort Food

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 38 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem

Welcome to Dolly Varden, a vibrant neighborhood bar in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, where locals and visitors alike come together for expertly crafted cocktails, crave-worthy comfort food, and an inviting atmosphere.

Our cozy downstairs Dolly’s Hideaway and lively main floor offer the perfect backdrop for a night out, whether you're here for a laid-back evening or a fun night of celebration.
Indulge in our signature dishes like the crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich, melt-in-your-mouth Short Rib Grilled Cheese, and flavor-packed Pork Belly Baos, or enjoy lighter bites like Crispy Cauliflower Bites.
Paired with cocktails thoughtfully crafted to suit every palate, Dolly Varden is where great food, drinks, and good vibes come together.

Whether you’re unwinding after work or kicking off your night, Dolly Varden is the spot to make your own in Hell’s Kitchen!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–3:45 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (212) 541-7080
  • Website
    http://www.dollyvardennyc.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Sergio Hernandez
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, Dolly Varden is the ideal location for private parties and events. From intimate private dining to cocktail parties and full corporate buyouts, our two-floor space serves as the perfect backdrop for a variety of celebrations. Our venue can accommodate groups ranging in size from 10 to 200 guests.
  • Location
    302 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019-6436
  • Neighborhood
    Hell's Kitchen
  • Cross street
    51st Street and 8th Avenue
  • Parking details
    Icon Parking - 209 W 51st StreetNYC Parking - 304 W 49th Street1633 Broadway Garage - 235 W 50th streetQuik Parking - 888 BroadwayIcon Parking - 851 8th AvenueMPG Parking - 265 W 52nd Street
  • Public transit
    50th Street Subway A C E 50th Street and; Broadway Subway 49th Street Subway N Q R W57th Street Subway F M47th-50th Street Rockefeller B D F M7th Avenue Subway B D E5th Avenue Subway E M, Time Square 42nd Street Subway 1 2 3 7
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,034 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dolly Varden in New York City offers a delightful dining experience with its "amazing cocktails," inviting ambiance, and "friendly staff." Located in Hell's Kitchen, the restaurant combines vintage charm with a modern twist. Highlights include "delicious food" like the Dolly Burger and truffle fries, making it a must-visit spot.

1,034 Reviews

  1. amber

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at bar for drinks. Zach was professional, knowledgeable, and nice to talk to. Service was excellent!

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  2. Rob

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good. Nice vibe. Drinks were VERY expensive. Drove the bill way up.

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  3. Stephen

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place, good music in the background. Nice level of volume

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  4. Megan

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food came out very quickly! Service was great. This was my third time here and I HIGHLY recommend it!

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  5. Jill

    VIP

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Not great. All food was lukewarm at best and our service wasn’t great either.

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  6. Gregory

    Las Vegas

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good, short rib could have used more seasoning, service was decent

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  7. Rafael

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Having selected standard seating and being seated on uncomfortable high top barstools was not great. Also being charged for refills on iced tea without being notified as such made the experience worse. The food was good even though it was also louder than expected. Had better experiences here before and hope it can be so again.

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  8. Leslie

    Mississippi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible!!! Dined here before a Broadway show for a birthday weekend. Perfect choice! Our waiter, Owen, was amazing! Everything we ordered was delicious- came out promptly and correct. Finished in perfect time to get to our show. 10/10!!!!!!

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  9. Shannon

    Columbus

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    DO NOT RECOMMEND PRE THEATER. We had a 515 reservation for dinner. There was a group of people in the downstairs partying hard and they blasted the music to appease the bar guests. Despite our requests to compromise so we could enjoy dinner, the management told us that the people at the bar were spending a lot. We left and won't return. Try the Blue Dog instead.

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  10. Jessica

    VIP

    New York City

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    They said they didn’t have my reservation even though I confirmed via email, text and PHONE with someone the day before. I even had the text on my phone and the hostess didn’t seem to care. They put us in an area where a party would be coming in and we had to leave by a certain time. Then they were serving brunch still until 4pm. So we had to wait until 4 to order for dinner (not the end of the world). We verbally placed our appetizers and entrees and she would put it in once it turned 4pm. It was 45mins and our apps never came out. A sweetheart of a waitress (that wasn’t ours) checked on us to see if we ever got out appetizers, and we didn’t. We then got our entrees before the appetizers and a cold Mac n cheese. The manager came over and also didn’t seem to care too much. But then they sent out the apps, and took those off the bill. But of Course they took the things we didn’t even really eat off the bill. Was really surprised by the whole experience.

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FAQs

Dolly Varden offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 541-7080.

Dolly Varden is rated 4.3 stars by 1034 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dolly Varden

302 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019-6436

Additional information

  • Cross street
    51st Street and 8th Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Hell's Kitchen
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–3:45 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Cocktail Bar, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Icon Parking - 209 W 51st StreetNYC Parking - 304 W 49th Street1633 Broadway Garage - 235 W 50th streetQuik Parking - 888 BroadwayIcon Parking - 851 8th AvenueMPG Parking - 265 W 52nd Street
  • Public transit
    50th Street Subway A C E 50th Street and; Broadway Subway 49th Street Subway N Q R W57th Street Subway F M47th-50th Street Rockefeller B D F M7th Avenue Subway B D E5th Avenue Subway E M, Time Square 42nd Street Subway 1 2 3 7
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Sergio Hernandez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.dollyvardennyc.com/
  • Phone number
    (212) 541-7080
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, Dolly Varden is the ideal location for private parties and events. From intimate private dining to cocktail parties and full corporate buyouts, our two-floor space serves as the perfect backdrop for a variety of celebrations. Our venue can accommodate groups ranging in size from 10 to 200 guests.
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