Knickerbocker Bar and Grill, New York, NY

Knickerbocker Bar and Grill

4.8

2451 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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2 people

23 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

We are Open for the Holidays, see site for special menu and hours, but at this time please call for reservation availability.
"The place where New Yorkers eat"
Knickerbocker is known for its great Jazz and its 28 oz. T- Bone Steaks and is a favorite among many celebrities including F. Murray Abraham, Chris Noth and Alec Baldwin. Racheal Ray listed us in her "NYC Favorites" and has praised our Shrimp Cocktail, Creamed Spinach, and of course our T- Bone Steaks.
The word "Knickerbocker" itself, says "New York". Upon entering, you’ll know you're in the Village. Its wood paneled walls sport rare turn of the century posters and original caricatures by Al Hirschfeld. Large leather booths line the walls and brass rails accent the 100 year old marble bar, where Charles Lindbergh signed his Trans Atlantic contract.
We have survived the times by using the freshest ingredients from local markets, and offering good solid value and quality.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–23:00
Phone number
(212) 228-8490
Website
http://www.knickerbockerbarandgrill.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Clara O'Marde
Catering
We can cater a party to fit your needs.
Private party facilities
We would close the restaurant for a Saturday afternoon Party 12-4 PM.Party from 100-125 guests. Buffet or Sit Down option.

Location
33 University Place, New York, NY 10003
Area
Greenwich Village
Cross Street
9th Street
Parking details
Parking on the street is usually easy to find. The meters finish at 7:00pm, and the other street parking is available after 6:00pm. There are parking lots on the approach to the restaurant on 9th street or 8th street.
Public transit
The 6 train at Astor place, or the R & N to 8th street are just a block away. Other stations like Union Square & West 4th street are just a short walk away and have most train lines.
Entertainment
Knickerbocker has had "Live Jazz" since the days when the village had "Live Jazz". Harry Connick Jr. got his start here, back in the late 80"s. Names like Junior Mance, Bucky Pizzarelli and Ben Wolf now show up on our schedule.We have live jazz on Friday & Saturday nights, starting at 9:45pm till 2:00am. There is a small $3.50 cover charge at the tables after 10:15 pm, or just stop in at the bar for a drink, with no cover.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, BYO Wine, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Passover Seder
US$95.00 per person
22 Apr 2024 - 12 Apr 2025
We do an Informal Seder Dinner, with a Rabbi, Haggadah, Song sheet The event starts at 5:00 PM and will last till about 8:00, doors open at 4:45 PM (complete table order must be in 5:30, starter courses must be served by 6:00 THIS IS THE ONLY MENU BEING SERVED Seder Plate Matzo and Chopped Chicken Liver First Course: Gefilte Fish Second Course: Matzo Ball Soup 6:00 there will be about a 45 min. ceremony Main Course choice: Braised Brisket of Beef, roasted potatoes and onions Atlantic Salmon, cous cous, dill beurre blanc Roasted Chicken, roasted cipolini onions & baby carrots, sherry jus Dessert Flourless Chocolate Cake, with raspberry sauce or Apple Walnut Strudel, creme anglaise $95.00 pp (Children under 10 yrs, 1/2 price )

Popular dishes

Chocolate Soufflé for TwoUS$19.50
made to order, please allow 20 min.
Cast Iron Chocolate Chip Cookie for TwoUS$17.50
served hot, topped with a scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream (made to order so please allow 15 to 20 minutes)
Knickerbocker CheesecakeUS$12.00
topped with fruit compote
Individual Tcho Chocolate CakeUS$12.00
raspberry sauce and whipped cream
Santa Fe SnowballUS$13.00
vanilla ice cream, Kahlua, vodka, nutmeg
ChurrosUS$12.00
cinnamon doughnut sticks, served with dulce de leche and chocolate sauce
Vanilla Creme BruleeUS$12.00
fresh seasonal berries
Fresh Baked Pie of the DayUS$12.00
Brooklyn Blackout CakeUS$19.50
for the table Tcho chocolate, whipped cream, chocolate sauce
Homemade Ice Creams & SorbetsUS$11.00
From The Piano
Pierre Ferrand X.O. Grande Champ, Chateau de Laubade VSOP Armagnac, Patron XO Cafe, Grappa Selections, Blandy's Madeira 10yr Malmsey, Busnell Grande Solage Calvados
Ports
Grahams Six Grapes, Taylor Fladgate 10 yr, tawny, Taylor Fladgate 20 year old, tawny

What 2,451 people are saying

Knickerbocker Bar and Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Knickerbocker Bar and Grill is a beloved "neighborhood gem" known for its "excellent service," "old-school comfort," and "top quality steaks." Guests rave about the "wonderful live jazz" and "great atmosphere." The T-bone steak is a standout, and the "authentic New York" vibe makes every visit memorable.

2,451 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the knickerbocker! Great experience! Great food!
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Carol VIP
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Knickerbocker is a wonderful old school restaurant. The food is consistently great, the live music is fabulous and it is just a delightful experience.
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Victoria VIP
New York City27 reviews
3.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I love Knickerbocker because it is a neighborhood Institution and it is one of the few places you can go to where it is quiet enough to hear your companions and also enjoy some jazz while you dine The service is good but I have to comment on the treatment of people with food allergies. Although my server was very nice he had me ask about every item on the menu and kept going back and forth to the kitchen to see if it had any gluten in it. While he was knowledgeable about the fact that flour and soy sauce are not allowed, he didn't seem to have any common sense about asking the chef what I could eat rather than asking about every item. When I suggested that the chef tell me what I could eat he told me that they don't have time to figure that out it's very busy in there. But going back and forth 10 times to ask about each dish was okay? He also didn't bring the amazing bread and cornbread basket because of my allergy, even though I was dining with three other people without allergies. We did get it after asking. I think the food there is good but it could definitely go up a notch catering to people with allergies because both pork dishes do not have to be marinated in soy sauce and all sauces do not have to be made with flour. There is such a thing as cornstarch. An updated menu with gluten-free* would be helpful--keep up with the rest of the world.
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Onute VIP
New York City60 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious T-Bones cooked to perfection! Always wonderful vibe, aesthetic, service… Totally pleased!!!
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Wendy
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently wonderful. Great ambience, great food, and you can actually have a conversation with your table mates. Highly recommended.
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Evelyn
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful. We always go to Knickerbocker when in NY. Food is always excellent, service is professional and friendly and the drinks are good too. What more could you ask?
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Andrew
New York City7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Knick is always a nice meal. We shared the fish and chip entree as an app which was wonderful. Food drinks were on the mark. We will return soon.
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Matt
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff is top notch and the old school NYC vibe is just what is needed
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Jeff VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Classic, old school place! Great food, great service, great ambience.
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GeorgiaT VIP
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A great evening! Great food , service , and ambience!
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FAQs

Knickerbocker Bar and Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 228-8490.

Knickerbocker Bar and Grill is rated 4.8 stars by 2451 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

23 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Knickerbocker Bar and Grill

33 University Place, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Cross Street
9th Street
Area
Greenwich Village
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–23:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking on the street is usually easy to find. The meters finish at 7:00pm, and the other street parking is available after 6:00pm. There are parking lots on the approach to the restaurant on 9th street or 8th street.
Public transit
The 6 train at Astor place, or the R & N to 8th street are just a block away. Other stations like Union Square & West 4th street are just a short walk away and have most train lines.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Clara O'Marde
Entertainment
Knickerbocker has had "Live Jazz" since the days when the village had "Live Jazz". Harry Connick Jr. got his start here, back in the late 80"s. Names like Junior Mance, Bucky Pizzarelli and Ben Wolf now show up on our schedule.We have live jazz on Friday & Saturday nights, starting at 9:45pm till 2:00am. There is a small $3.50 cover charge at the tables after 10:15 pm, or just stop in at the bar for a drink, with no cover.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, BYO Wine, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.knickerbockerbarandgrill.com/
Phone number
(212) 228-8490
Catering
We can cater a party to fit your needs.
Private party facilities
We would close the restaurant for a Saturday afternoon Party 12-4 PM.Party from 100-125 guests. Buffet or Sit Down option.

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Additional information

Passover Seder

Filet Mignon

Steak Frites

Chocolate Soufflé for Two

Desserts

Chocolate Soufflé for TwoUS$19.50

Cast Iron Chocolate Chip Cookie for TwoUS$17.50

Knickerbocker CheesecakeUS$12.00

Individual Tcho Chocolate CakeUS$12.00

Santa Fe SnowballUS$13.00

ChurrosUS$12.00

Vanilla Creme BruleeUS$12.00

Fresh Baked Pie of the DayUS$12.00

Brooklyn Blackout CakeUS$19.50

Homemade Ice Creams & SorbetsUS$11.00

From The Piano

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