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The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
For 100 years, the Algonquin has been greeting and lodging the country's most prominent writers and literary personalities, as well as the leading figures of the American stage. The hotel is best known, perhaps, for the members of the Round Table, a group of luminaries who had in common both the ability to fire blazing witticisms and to withstand being on the receiving end of them. The tone they set during their daily meetings set the literary style of the 1920s.
After World War I, Vanity Fair writers and Algonquin regulars Dorothy Parker, Robert Benchley and Robert E. Sherwood began lunching at the Algonquin. Though society columns referred to them as the Algonquin Round Table, they called themselves the Vicious Circle. "By force of character," observed drama critic Brooks Atkinson, "they changed the nature of American comedy and established the tastes of a new period in the arts and theatre."
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55 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 55 reviews
5 stars
(20)
4 stars
(22)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(20)
- romantic(17)
- neighborhood gem(11)
- fit for foodies(8)
- good for groups(8)
- great for brunch(7)
The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel Reviews List
Review 1 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pre-theater dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was a perfect dinner before heading off to the show. Great atmosphere and lovely menu."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2005
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 2 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Dined here 30 years
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a return trip. We honeymooned at the Algonquin 30 years ago. It still is a beautiful place with rich history. The food is very good, but the wait staff either have language issues, aren't interested or simply enjoy talking to each other. It was not the anniversary moment I had hoped for. Let's say they performed the duties of a waiter trying to get guests out the door to the theatre. It might help if they asked?"
Dined on 6/11/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dorothy Parker was not in the room
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Finally had a chance to get to the newly renovated Round Table at the Algonquin. The food was quite good but our waiter was not really paying attention. I asked for Red Velvet Cake for dessert, got Chocolate Mousse Cake. We rarely complain about pricing when we realize that we are staying in a "high rent district" but $17.00 for a glass of not very good Chardonnay. The selections overall were a real disappointment."
Dined on 5/19/2013
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Review 4 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Literary Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our second visit to the Alogonquin and the Round table. What brings back is the friendly staff whether for dinner or the fantastic breakfast they are always friendly making sure you have a wonderful experience. The Alogonquin is the perfect fit for us while visiting NYC the reassurance and hotel is a quiet oasis from the hustle and bustle."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great value
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a voucher from travel zoo, 2 cocktails, 2 starters and 2 entrees. Food was very good and the cocktail even better. Brilliant value for money."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 6 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
if I could give 6 stars...I would!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"An amazing experience on all levels. Warm, welcoming staff, quiet, cozy seating in a historic venue and delicious food and drink. I was able to dine here with a friend because I had a travel zoo voucher and while there was a set format for what was covered, they made almost everything on the menu available and treated us like "regular" customers. Highly recommend for dinner. Get the Texas Millionaire cocktail! And yes you can say hello to Matilda the cat when you're there."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 7 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
A Classic Evening.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant oozes charm of days of its literary past. This does not, however, mean that it is stuck in a time warp. The food, wine and service were all good without being exceptional, and the whole evening was spent in a pleasant atmosphere in which to enjoy the food and history associated with this restaurant in a perfectly relaxing manner."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2012
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Review 8 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Historic and full of class.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Historic and full of class. Had dinner with a VIP and the venue met all our expectations and left a great impression on our guest."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
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Review 9 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Elegance of a bygone era
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A most enjoyable, albeit quick, lunch as we were heading for a theatre matinee.
You could almost feel what it must have been like when Benchley, Parker and the rest of the Algonquin Set were in full-flight.
Good food, friendly staff and the cat perched on the reception desk."
You could almost feel what it must have been like when Benchley, Parker and the rest of the Algonquin Set were in full-flight.
Good food, friendly staff and the cat perched on the reception desk."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 10 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I do not understand how a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I do not understand how a nostalgic place like this in NYC which has a limited menu, could run out of 2 items at by 8PM. No complaints about the waiter, but after being told that the kitchen has run out of pork chops, the 2 of us ordered the RibEye steak. A few minutes the waiter returned and announced that the Ribeye is not available. Looking around the were exactly 9 people having dinner, how is this possible? This place with an incredible history, should look into how the restaurant should be run and not live off the past. To add to our evening, when I returned home I received an E-Mail from Open Table informing me that the restaurant cancelled my reservation. HMMMMMMMMMMMMM, What!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2010
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Review 11 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Expensive hotel food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The wait staff were friendly and efficient, but the food was very bland and fish was overcooked. Prices are high which is to be expected since you are paying basically for the special ambience of the Algonquin lobby. Have a drink in the lobby, soak up the atmosphere, but dine elsewhere."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2002
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Review 12 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I know many people who love
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I know many people who love it here -- which is the reason we tried it out. But our experience was definitely poor. We were at a table that was consistently overlooked by the often-indifferent wait staff and this really colored the entire experience. I also felt that it was audacious to charge drinks with an average price of $22. I have never seen a higher price anywhere else in Manhattan as yet."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2003
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 13 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed a quiet Sunday evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed a quiet Sunday evening with family. Good food. limited menu (pre theatre only)probably due to slow Sunday eve.
Enjoyed the food and service.
Our stay at Algonquin was delightful in every way.
Also recommend the Blue Bar."
Enjoyed the food and service.
Our stay at Algonquin was delightful in every way.
Also recommend the Blue Bar."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2007
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Review 14 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Too Bad, So Sad
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Sadly, way past its "Best Before" date. The room was beautiful, but food and service was shockingly poor. Advise anyone else to stay in the lounge and drink only."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2010
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Review 15 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Round Table is an iconic
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Round Table is an iconic New York restaurant so it was a wonderful to walk in the steps of great writers and others. But one needs to keep in mind that it is a hotel restaurant and, therefore, pricey. We went to Brunch which was really delicious. The room is classic, upscale, old world , dignified. The staff were extremely attentive without being intrusive. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Always a treat
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Second time I have had my order of eggs over easy, overcooked! Other than that a great place with wonderful tradition, great service. And sometimes you can say hello to Matilda at the front desk"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 17 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Steak (perfectly cooked) was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Steak (perfectly cooked) was deliciously season and perfect with the 2 eggs served with it. Nice drink list. Staff accommodating. Waiter offered to stuff blue cheese into olives because he thought they may have been out them for my martini. Old-fashioned, New York atmosphere and perfect place to spend a couple hours on a Sunday for afternoon brunch."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2012
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 18 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Dark and elegant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Solid if not spectacular dining in a very quiet, elegant atmosphere. Quite a selection of specialty cocktails."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
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Review 19 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely Romantic place.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a lovely Valentine's dinner. The Prixe Fixe is a great deal."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Best Bloody Mary in the city!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for Saturday brunch on our wedding anniversary. Great environment, hotel has been restored while keeping its old world charm. A little overpriced but food and service was excellent. Our server Chuck made us feel like we were regulars and even brought us some homemade cheesecake for our celebration. Will definitely go back, and possibly make this an annual visit. Best Blood Mary I've ever had!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent meals and desserts!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent meals and desserts! Would def take a trip back to
Try a different item. Service was ok."
Try a different item. Service was ok."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We appreciated the quiet setting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We appreciated the quiet setting for lunch.....lovely to be able to have a conversation with our lunch companions."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2008
Special Features: great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Round Table at the Algonquin Hotel
Based on the average of (33) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate