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Dinner at Joe Allen, ask for table seven. - Joe Allen, New York, NY

Joe Allen

4.8
4.8
4692 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 61 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
Please note; we only take reservations up to one week in advance.

With Broadway's staggered start times, things get tricky, so if you're desired time is unavailable online, please give us a call, as we hold a certain number of tables for phone reservations only. For parties of six or more, please call the restaurant directly.

Since 1965, Joe Allen has been a quintessential New York restaurant serving a classic American menu in the heart of the Theater District. Just two blocks from Times Square, it has been a favorite of Broadway performers, locals, and tourists for almost 50 years.

We begin taking reservations seven days in advance starting at midnight online and at 11 a.m. over the phone.

Because of staggered theatre times we can only guarantee reservations made online for one-and-a-half hours for parties of two, and two hours for parties of three or more.

For reservations after theatre, please check your show's running time at http://joeallenrestaurant.com/show_info

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Thu, Fri 12:00–23:30 Wed, Sat 11:30–23:30 Sun 11:30–22:30
  • Phone number
    (212) 581-6464 ext. 1
  • Website
    http://www.joeallenrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Flores
  • Location
    326 W. 46th St., New York, NY 10036
  • Area
    Theater District
  • Cross Street
    46th St. between 8th Ave. & 9th Ave.
  • Parking details
    Although we have no affiliation, there is a parking lot across the street from us on 46th.
  • Public transit
    Located within walking distance from all trains at Times Square.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 4,692 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Joe Allen offers a "classic" NYC dining experience with "great atmosphere" and "attentive service." It's a "go-to place" for pre- or post-theater meals, known for its "consistently excellent" food like burgers and steak. The ambiance is lively yet cozy, making it a "must-visit" spot.

4,692 Reviews

  1. DavidW

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We live in LA, but visit NYC often. Every time we try and have at least one meal at Joe Allen. It never disappoints! Great food, terrific service, excellent wine by the glass or carafe. Best of all, whether you are a local, a regular, or a tourist they treat you well. It is a great restaurant!

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  2. Sandra

    Oklahoma City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We reserved 5 pm dinner between our matinee & 7 pm evening shows at the Music Box and Golden theaters. The food was great, the service was impeccable, and we had no trouble at all getting from theater to restaurant to theater with plenty of time to spare. This is the place for your total Broadway experience!

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  3. Tresa

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great location for seeing a show, wonderful service

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  4. Jane

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoy the food and atmosphere every visit

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  5. Tim

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful experience and the food was great! The service from the greeting to table side was attentive but in no way bothersome. Our group enjoyed the Baby Liver, steak frites, Allen’s burger and the roasted Pork Chop. All great and that Banana Cream Pie was amazing!!

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  6. Todd

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rolled in to NYC with a tight window to make our reservation- per contacting Joe Allen, they assured we'd be able to be seated. Excellent reception and prompt seating (we did have an early reservation, but others arriving after us got the same prompt treatment). Waiter was excellent and saw to drinks and food in an expeditious manner. Yankee pot pie and Joe Allen burger were both excellent. Ambience was just as expected, and we were not hurried along in any way. We'll be back!

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  7. Robin

    New York City

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Server was outstanding!!!! I don’t recall his name. It may have been Kevin. But he he was so accommodating, so funny and so very nice. He made the entire meal a fun time.

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  8. Susan

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great pre theater experience but I would have preferred a larger selection of lunch options on Saturday afternoon.

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  9. Brett

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was exceptional. We went with 2 kids so didn’t get to enjoy the fun bar atmosphere but overall strongly recommend (even with kids). Steak Frites was delicious

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  10. Gayle

    Phoenix

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very loud fool but great restaurant! I’ve been going there for years and it’s always consistently good!

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2 people
19:00
Booked 61 times today
Google Map for Joe Allen

326 W. 46th St., New York, NY 10036

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    46th St. between 8th Ave. & 9th Ave.
  • Area
    Theater District
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Thu, Fri 12:00–23:30 Wed, Sat 11:30–23:30 Sun 11:30–22:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Although we have no affiliation, there is a parking lot across the street from us on 46th.
  • Public transit
    Located within walking distance from all trains at Times Square.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Flores
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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