701West
Midtown-Times Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
701West is worth considering for a quieter, higher-floor Times Square meal when the occasion matters more than a tightly defined cuisine or chef-led format. It is a better fit for dates, client dinners, and small celebrations than for diners comparing menus dish by dish.
About 701West
701West is a New York City venue. The clearest planning note is the dress code: business casual. Before booking, confirm the details that matter to your visit, including cuisine, chef, menu format, pricing, awards, hours, seating, and service style.
A New York City pick with limited detail
The trade-off is clarity. With no cuisine, chef, menu style, price band, or awards to anchor the decision here, this is not the right choice for diners who want to know exactly what they are getting before committing. If ingredient sourcing, a specific dish, or a particular format is the deciding factor, there is not enough detail to make that the reason to book.
For a first-timer, the decision is simple: consider 701West when the name and New York City setting fit your plans, but confirm the current menu, service format, timing, and reservation details directly before committing. If value, cuisine certainty, or a quick meal is the priority, compare it against other New York City options before locking it in.
Who should choose it
701West is best approached as a venue to verify in advance rather than one to judge from specifics that are not yet known. The dress code is business casual, so plan for a polished but not overly formal look. For a broader scan by category, use Our full New York City restaurants guide, Our full New York City hotels guide, Our full New York City bars guide, Our full New York City wineries guide, and Our full New York City experiences guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 701 7th Ave 11th floor, New York, NY 10036
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- editionhotels.com
- Phone
- +12122615400
The take
The Take
The Vibe
701West perches eleven floors above Times Square and cultivates a refined remove from the street-level churn below. The room foregrounds its westward sightlines — the Hudson and the city’s skyline — so the view is integral to the experience. The dining scene reads as elevated and scenic rather than frenetic: tables feel oriented toward the panorama, and the service and menu language place it squarely in the fine-dining conversation of Midtown. Guests encounter a composed, visually driven atmosphere where architecture, light and skyline vistas shape the mood before the first bite arrives.
Best For
This is primarily a dinner destination that thrives on pre-theater bookings and special-occasion reservations. Its placement above Times Square and its alignment with high-end Midtown peers make it a fitting choice for celebratory evenings and important meals where the view and the formality of the room matter. Diners seeking a polished, skyline-facing experience arrive for evening service; the restaurant’s menu and sourcing focus also appeal to guests who expect thoughtful, provenance-driven plates alongside their city vistas.
Ordering Tips
Highlight the signature items and the restaurant’s sourcing focus when you order: the sea urchin risotto, tilefish with lobster coxcomb and the wagyu beef with crab appetizer are called out specialties. Servers can speak to the provenance that shapes dishes, so ask about producers and ingredient origins to understand how plates map to the kitchen’s priorities. Because the view is a key part of the experience, consider arriving early enough to settle in and take in the skyline before the meal; otherwise, follow the staff’s guidance on pacing so the tasting sequence lands as intended.
Venue details
Ambiance
Luxurious and tranquil with white marble mosaic flooring, European black walnut paneling, and dramatic Times Square views; sophisticated yet playful atmosphere with attentive service.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- sea urchin risotto
- tilefish with lobster coxcomb
- wagyu beef and crab appetizer
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 701 7th Ave 11th floor, New York, NY 10036
Planning details
Location
701 7th Ave 11th floor, New York, NY 10036 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if 701West is not the fit
If the group wants casual value and American deli familiarity, book Juniors Restaurant and Bakery instead. If the plan calls for seafood in the same general Times Square orbit, Blue Fin is the cleaner comparison.
Restaurant context
How 701West compares in Times Square
Choose 701West when the priority is a more composed Times Square setting and booking ease. Juniors Restaurant and Bakery is the safer value play for casual American deli comfort and a lower-stakes meal, but it will not serve the same occasion-dinner purpose.
The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens is the closer cross-shop for diners who want a Midtown room with more atmosphere around the meal. Blue Fin makes more sense if seafood is the deciding factor, while 701West is the better pick when the group wants flexibility and less cuisine-specific commitment.
Lagos TSQ and Sessions Restaurant & Bar are stronger alternatives for a livelier Times Square plan. For a quieter celebration or business-leaning meal, 701West is the more cautious choice; for energy before or after a show, cross-shop those first.
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Compare 701West
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 701West | New York City | , | No published awards |
| The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Juniors Restaurant and Bakery | New York City | American Deli | 2024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #3902023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in RecommendedPearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Lagos TSQ | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Blue Fin | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Sessions Restaurant & Bar | New York City | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 701West handle dietary restrictions?
Check directly with 701West before you go if the meal has allergy, ingredient, or dietary requirements.
What should I wear to 701West?
The dress code for 701West is business casual. Aim for polished city wear rather than very casual clothing.
What are alternatives to 701West in New York City?
Other New York City options to compare include The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens, Juniors Restaurant and Bakery, Blue Fin, Lagos TSQ, and Sessions Restaurant & Bar. Choose based on the current menu, setting, timing, and reservation fit that best match your plans.
Can I eat at the bar at 701West?
If bar seating matters, contact 701West directly before you go.
Is 701West good for a special occasion?
That depends on what you need from the occasion. The guidance here is limited to New York City as the location and a business casual dress code, so confirm the current menu, setting, and reservation details directly before planning around it.
What should a first-timer know about 701West?
First-timers should know that 701West is in New York City and has a business casual dress code. Other specifics, including cuisine, menu format, pricing, hours, and seating, should be checked directly.
How far ahead should I book 701West?
For a specific date or group plan, contact 701West directly rather than relying on assumptions about availability.
