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Park Avenue Tavern
Park Avenue Tavern features Chef Jeffrey Forrest serving traditional American cuisine with a contemporary twist. Our menu and decor is designed to provide our guests with an experience that is reminiscent of New York City's past, paired with modern day amenities.
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93 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 93 reviews
5 stars
(17)
4 stars
(54)
3 stars
(19)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for lunch(38)
- vibrant bar scene(37)
- good for groups(29)
- neighborhood gem(29)
- hot spot(15)
- great for brunch(14)
Park Avenue Tavern Reviews List
Review 1 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
a great dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We found this place on yelp while in town for vacation. Everything was fantastic from the ambiance to the food. We had the mussels, the roasted bone marrow and chicken pastilla. I cannot recommend this place enough!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not just a neighborhood spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Park Avenue Tavern is a great spot for those in the neighborhood or staying at the nearby Hyatt but food is worth traveling for. The lentil and pasta soup of the day was delicious but wished it had been hotter. Southwest chicken sandwich was a daily special. Very good"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very nice place to get a casual
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very nice place to get a casual brunch or lunch while in the Grand Central area.
The food was very nicely presented and cooked to our choice."
The food was very nicely presented and cooked to our choice."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 4 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good food Good atmosphere Well
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good food
Good atmosphere
Well designed
Pleasant service
Reccommennded!"
Good atmosphere
Well designed
Pleasant service
Reccommennded!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of my favorite places
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of my favorite places in mid-town; good food, good atmosphere, reasonable prices."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of my favorite restaurants in New York City. It looks cosmopolitan, the food is excellent, the service impeccable. But there is also a feeling that you have arrived home. And only steps away from Grand Central. Do not miss the tables with taps downstairs, which may need to be reserved in advance. So much fun!"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great neighborhood place,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great neighborhood place, good food, always crowded."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 8 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
BEST TAVERN ON THE TOWN
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Park Avenue Tavern sits squarely between a great pub and an excellent restaurant! Warm, inviting, informal pub atmosphere, creative menu, delicious food and superb, caring and attentive service. Good choice for a reasonably-priced meal, or a quick, yummy lamb burger. If bar scene is too "energetic", there's a quieter and more private section at the back, also great for a group."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Being rushed out!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Was seated quickly due to reservation. Ordered 2 salads one for myself and the other for my friend. LITERALLY within 30 seconds of us ordering our food was at the table. My friend and I were talking and we were made to feel very rushed, so they could turn the "table over". We kept being asked if we were done with our food and the bus boy hovering over us to clear our plates. I was VERY disappointed and would not recommend this restaurant to anyone."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
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Review 10 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, drinks & service..Loved
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food, drinks & service..Loved it.... Will go back frequently..Great hosts and hostesses. Was not rushed. had party of 6 from out of town and they loved it as well..."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not a great place for a business
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not a great place for a business dinner due to the "vibrant bar scene". Should request table downstairs."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 12 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Good food and service. but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food and service. but SOOO noisy. do not come here if you want to have a conversation over dinner."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2009
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Review 13 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My daughter and I went for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My daughter and I went for a late dinner, and really enjoyed the Greek salad and the mac and cheese, a perfect combination which we shared. There was a bachelorette party going on so the noise level may have been more than usual, but it was a Friday night. I went again for dinner a couple of nights later by myself because it was close to my hotel, and again was very pleased with the food and the service."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 14 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Review 15 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food but pricey
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good reuben sandwich, but not NYC deli portion and at $15 with chips it was pricey. Nice ambiance and good attentive service."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2009
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Review 16 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place for lunch in midtown
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best burgers in town! Hostess was very friendly and helpful. Great find in Midtown and conveniently located next to GCT. Quiet at lunch during the weekday when we visited."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mediocre but great location
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a reservation but got seated a bit later at a two-top for 4 people which was not ideal but the hostess did offer a booth to us about 10 minutes after we sat down. The food was good - nothing special - and I found it odd that I wasn't asked if I wanted another beer when I finished my first one mid-meal. Overall, there's not a lot of great places this close to Grand Central so I'd k go back just for that and for its large vibrant bar scene."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We only had salads for lunch,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We only had salads for lunch, but they were fresh and tasty. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Good place."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 19 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place to go for a nice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place to go for a nice lunch and some beers"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 20 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went for lunch. The service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for lunch. The service was excellent - they really know how to manage efficient lunch service without making you feel rushed. The food was delicious."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very convenient - great place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"very convenient - great place for a casual business lunch"
Dined on 02/07/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very busy bar crowd on Thurs
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very busy bar crowd on Thurs nights! Lots of activity and energy."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2007
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 23 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I went for brunch and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went for brunch and the menu was what you would expect for brunch items. I had the macaroni and cheese, which was phenomenal. The bits of bacon and tomatoes made the dish. I would love to come back for dinner and would recommend this restaurant to others."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Cozy Place on Park Ave for Saturday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service. Food was good.
Some items costly!
Small plate Risotto for $ 19!"
Some items costly!
Small plate Risotto for $ 19!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Exactly the type of casual
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Exactly the type of casual informal but above average quality I was looking for to bring a client out to lunch."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2012
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 26 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very happy hour
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The jam of happy-hour revelers came as a surprise in this rather dull neighborhood, and never abated throughout the night we dined there. For a place apparently more focused on drinks than eats, the spinach salad with chicken and beet salad with salmon were surprisingly delicious. Various plates at nearby tables were nicely presented and looked quite tempting. Though the waitress offered inaccurate information about wine, and the busmen attempted several times to remove plates mid-bite, the Tavern is still a spot worth a visit."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 27 for Park Avenue Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delish New England Clam Chowder
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delish New England Clam Chowder and the pretzel rolls were a nice alternative to other blah bread that often can be served. The menu offered several fun surpises. Will certainly go back."
Dined on 01/20/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Park Avenue Tavern
Based on the average of (66) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic