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Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Bull and Bear offers USDA Prime Dry-Aged Beef from DeBragga, New York’s Butcher. This legendary steakhouse is home to one of the most historic and well-recognized bars in New York City. Market-fresh seafood including East Coast Oysters, Lobster and side dishes to share are their tempting companions. The Bull and Bear Bar is where Market Movers Trade Tales Over the City’s Best Martini. Quoted ‘one of the 3 best bar's in the World’ by the New York Times. Bull and Bear's Wine Library is a private, intimate dining room adjacent to the bar that is perfect for special occasions and business dinners.
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75 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 75 reviews
5 stars
(33)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(45)
- notable wine list(26)
- romantic(22)
- fit for foodies(14)
- vibrant bar scene(14)
- neighborhood gem(9)
Bull & Bear Steakhouse Reviews List
Review 1 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not what we expected
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"First by mistake we walked into the side door of the restaurant and walked through a vibrant restaurant scene that we were looking forward to joining but instead were seated in some super quite room off the side of the bar. Us and one other table that you could hear a pin drop. Bread was biscuits which is unique though not a fan of biscuits, super filling and very dry. Glad they did not offer any more----but no offer? For apps, had tuna tartare and they had stale crisps with them and very very dry. Wife's ceasar salad was swimming in dressing making it almost uneatable which she ate 1/3 of it. Entrees were good and bread pudding desert was OK. Server was good when he was there but left us hanging for long periods of time."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 2 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Every thing was very good (wine, food, service, seating, reservation, )
BUT!!!!
the room was too cold; the air-condition was a real reduction."
BUT!!!!
the room was too cold; the air-condition was a real reduction."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The perfect romantic dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We got married at the City Hall this Friday and mentioned that when we made reservations for that night at the Bull and Bear Steakhouse. We were definitely not expecting the amazing treatment that we received! Everyone was extremely nice, we got the perfect table, champagne and an iced shellfish platter on the house, and the manager, Mr. Pappas, came by to say hi and congratulate us.
The food was really, really good and the place is perfect for romantic dinners and special occasions. Vintage charm, elegant restaurant PLUS great steak.. what more can you ask for?!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Prices way too High.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This will be our last visit to B&B. The prices have gone out of sight. $21 for a Martini plus $7 for club soda. I know it's NYC but if i pay $21 for a drink which is vert high I don't expect to again pay $14 for 2 club sodas to chase it!!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 5 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I really recommend this place.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I really recommend this place. Food and service were very good."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
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Review 6 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A cut above the rest!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went for a birthday celebration and the entire experience was first class from start to end. They truly went out of their way to make it a wonderful evening. The food is delicious and the wines impressive. It's a NYC classic that's not to be missed!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very Nice Resturant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic food - lovely resturant. Pricey, but as a once in a while special treat, it was perfect."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 8 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service and food. A
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service and food. A little more expensive than we are used to paying but worth it. We were celebrating our anniversary and they treated us as such."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I was not impressed with the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was not impressed with the food. It wasn't bad, but it was NOT great. Much too over priced for the quality. Coffee was horrible. I have had better at a less expensive place."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
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Review 10 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Ambiance and very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great Ambiance and very good service. Food was also excellent. And the restaurant, of course, is steeped in nostalgia. A great place to go for a relaxing, non-trendy, yet upscale dining experience."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 11 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A very enjoyable experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A very enjoyable experience . Very good food and great service"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Power dining
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The steak and broccoli were superb, the lobster was OK, the wines were very good, and the service was among the best I have ever experienced. The Waldorf salad was very good, but side-order sized. The dark woods and low lighting created a masculine, yet intimate ambiance. Great for a power dinner (or lunch, I suppose). Make sure you also wander through the main lobby of the Waldorf."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Bull and Bear disappointment Mar 16
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Staff were unable to deliver our meal as ordered even after a second attempt. I expected much better from a 1st class rest. on special occasion with my daughter.
We ordered two steaks filet and sirloin. The filet medium (we insisted on "pink not red" and the sirloin medium rare. The filet came to the table blue and the strip loin was overcooked to medium well. When we advised staff they ensured we would receive what we ordered in a timely fashion. The same steaks were returned to the table including the pieces we had sliced to determined appropriate cooking at the first serving!
While the filet was improved the strip loin was further cooked to well done. $200 wated in my opinion.
We left for theater disappointed."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
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Review 14 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The atmosphere was relaxed,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The atmosphere was relaxed, but elegant. It was the perfect place for a special birthday celebration. The service was nothing less than outstanding. But, what really set the Bull & Bear Steakhouse apart from the rest was the food...it was phenomenal!! We will definitely be returning."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A very nice dining experience;
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A very nice dining experience; quiet, comfortable and relaxing."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bull & Bear
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Bull & Bear was one of the best places i have had dinner at in quite a long time. The food was absolutely phenomenal. Looking forward to making another reservation at your restaurant.
Thanks,
John F. Johnson"
John F. Johnson"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great over the top steak house...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent steaks. Service that does NOT rush you out the door...far too common in NYC these days!!! Service was very professional. The bar area is amazing. The tables for dinner were a bit close together but that is a NYC hazzard but not as bad as some. The room has enough sound deadening to where you can have a converation at normal seaking voice.
Prices are a bit high, even for NYC.
For the prodessional service, food quality and noise level I will be back again."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great but not top 10.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Even if the food was not top 10 this time, Bull & Bear is a great place. Overall great service. Excellent Wine list."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 19 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It's pricey, but the food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It's pricey, but the food was flawless and the service was genuinely friendly and attentive - all in a setting that was elegant but relaxed."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 20 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always amazing from start to finish. Real steaks so thick cooked to perfection with nothing but the best service."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The tuna tatare was delicious.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The tuna tatare was delicious. The dover sole was dry and disappointing. Both creamed spinach and onion rings were "lack-luster". All in all not worthy of grand hotel dining..."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
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Review 22 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A wonderful Valentine's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A wonderful Valentine's Day dinner:Great food in a wonderful environment."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of our favorite places.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of our favorite places. The food is consistantly good. My husband misses the potatoes you used to have in a cast iron skillet. He mentions it every time we eat there. Very good."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2012
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Review 24 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food at Bull and Bear extemely
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food at Bull and Bear extemely salty. Even the rolls were very salty. For what we ate it was very expensive."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2012
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Review 25 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The steaks were ok, but the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The steaks were ok, but the rest of the meal was very good. It was a crowded night and a little loud, but what you would expect given the location in the Waldorf Astoria."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2013
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Review 26 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Way too overpriced. I know
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Way too overpriced. I know you are going to pay a premium at a place like this, but as an example for a glass of wine that was not heavily poured, I paid nearly double what you could buy a bottle of it for in a store. The service was adequate, but not special. As an example when we asked about some of the sauces the answer was along the lines of most people get this rather than a description of the flavor or a comparison to something we might be more familiar with. Similarly the food wasn't notable, other than the Waldorf Salad, which was very good. I'm not an expert, but it seemed my steak was cooked too quickly. The ambiance was upscale. I would suggests entering from the hotel side as when you walk down the stairs it's a great view."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 27 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service was terrible, after
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was terrible, after our order was taken we never saw the waiter again. When we received our food the waiter never came by to ask if everything was ok. I had wanted another drink, and could not find our waiter!"
Dined on 01/19/2013
2004
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 28 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The steak & lamb chops were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The steak & lamb chops were delicious. The salads & sides were not up to New York steakhouse quality. The service was spotty at best. We had to remind them that we wanted to order drinks. They could not remember that we had bottled not pitcher water & they were extremely unattentive. It is a physically attractive restaurant and very convenient if you are attending a function at the Waldorf."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2010
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Review 29 for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Overpriced
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice restaurant but extremely overpriced. Ala carte steakhouse (typical these days): lowest price entree is over $50, $15 - $20 for salads and sides. Cocktails were $20. 99% bottles of wine over $100. So, a 2 person dinner was $300, for nothing better than a regular steakhouse. You must be paying to be inside the Waldorf.
Strangely, they present the menus 20 minutes after you're seated, probably so you don't see the prices until it's too late to run.
If any one thing had been stellar MAYBE they could justify these prices, but I think the prices are for people who can't walk out of the hotel. DON'T make this a destination if you live in the city. You can get 10 times the meal at a Ruth's Chris for 1/2 the price."
Dined on 01/16/2013
2006
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bull & Bear Steakhouse
Based on the average of (46) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
3 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic