Empire Steak House Does It Again!

By Doug Singer

During a Saturday evening Manhattan downpour, we climbed aboard our yellow-checkered ark and headed over to the west side to experience Empire Steak House’s newest location. Located at 237 West 54th Street, this new outpost, the second bearing their nom de plume, is home to a sleek, modern design with high ceilings and a very inviting white marble bar. At a sprawling 4,500 square feet, it is a comfortable space for virtually any event, dinner, or an intimate date.

After settling in with a nice glass of Sauvignon Blanc, we explored the appetizer portion of the menu with some seafood offerings—the Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and the Tuna Tartare. Both extremely fresh and satisfying, this led to the traditional Caprese Salad (fresh tomato and mozzarella) which was a great jumping off point for the pièce de résistance—the Porterhouse Steak for Two. Enjoyed alongside a spectacular Cabernet Sauvignon from their list of over 350 wines, this steak is U.S.D.A Prime and dry-aged in their own aging box for 21 to 28 days. During that time, the flavors become more concentrated, making for what was a spectacular and succulent experience.

Alongside the more traditional steak house dishes, you will also find an ample selection of incredible seafood, poultry and pasta dishes. There is truly something for all comers.

After devouring a piece of the delicious Chocolate Mousse Cake and a small glass of Grappa, we were well fortified and ready to head back out into the deluge of the New York evening. Empire Steak House is well worth a try!

www.empiresteakhousenyc.com