AnTalia
Midtown-Times Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
AnTalia is worth considering when Midtown convenience matters more than a destination-level restaurant experience. The strongest use case is a weekday lunch, late lunch, or early dinner near central offices, hotels, and theater plans; skip it for early breakfast or Sunday brunch. With few public signals on menu, chef, awards, or pricing, book for logistics rather than a special-occasion meal.
About AnTalia
AnTalia is a New York City venue whose hours make it usable for late-morning, afternoon, and evening planning on most weekdays. The schedule is Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9:30 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 2 PM to 10 PM, and Sunday closed. Plan around the basics rather than assumptions about cuisine, pricing, awards, chef, or service format.
For timing-minded planning, the main caution is the schedule. The listed hours begin at 11 AM on weekdays and 2 PM on Saturday, with Sunday off the board, so it is not suitable for an early-morning or Sunday plan. Readers comparing broader city options can use Our full New York City restaurants guide for a wider scan, while hotel-led planners may want Our full New York City hotels guide before choosing where to stay in New York City.
Use it for the basics
The strongest planning details are the hours and dress code. With no need to overstate the case, the smarter verdict is narrow: consider AnTalia when its New York City setting, schedule, and smart-casual dress code fit the plan.
That makes the decision simple. Check the day first, since Sunday is closed and Saturday begins later than the weekday schedule. For drinks-led plans elsewhere in the city, use Our full New York City bars guide. For other planning, keep the AnTalia details separate from assumptions.
What to do on a second visit
Do not over-engineer the plan. Treat the visit as a New York City option where the key planning anchors are the schedule and dress code. Dress should be smart casual, which is polished without requiring formalwear.
Quick reference: choose AnTalia if its New York City hours and smart-casual dress code fit the plan; look elsewhere if you need cuisine details, published awards, a chef-driven format, or an early-morning or Sunday option.
Planning details
- Location
- 17 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- antalianyc.com
- Phone
- +12122213333
The take
The Take
The Vibe
AnTalia sits in the thick of Midtown Manhattan’s restaurant density, a neighborhood crossroads framed by Bryant Park, Rockefeller Center and the Theatre District. Its Turkish menu anchors the room, offering an approachable alternative within a corridor known for institutional fine dining. The restaurant reads as a classic Midtown table that welcomes pre-theatre and office crowds without the formality of Michelin-tier neighbors. Expect a focused, characterful dining experience shaped more by its cuisine and location than by theatrical design gestures—this is a place that lives through its service rhythms and its role in a busy urban block.
Best For
AnTalia is best for diners who want a reliable Midtown stop before or after shows, and for business groups working around tight schedules. The location one block north of Bryant Park makes it a handy anchor for visitors building a day around Midtown attractions, and the neighbourhood draw of office traffic supports efficient lunches and early dinners. Groups and colleagues can use the restaurant as a convenient meeting point between major transit hubs, while tourists treating a Midtown table as part of their itinerary find the address especially practical.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s straightforward Turkish highlights: the Chicken Shish Kebab, Lamb Shish Kebab and hummus are listed as signature dishes and provide a solid template for a satisfying meal. For theatre nights, plan timing—opt for shareable starters and quicker grilled mains if you’re on a schedule. For business lunches, choose a kebab with a side to keep the service brisk. If you’re visiting with friends, order hummus and grilled skewers to share so everyone samples the house staples without committing to a single entrée.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy two-tiered space with lovely quiet atmosphere, warm lighting, and attention to detail in presentation.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Chicken Shish Kebab
- Lamb Shish Kebab
- Hummus
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 17 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Dawson, Notable alternative
- Pavé, Notable alternative
- Chazz Palminteri Italian Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Addictive NYC, Notable alternative
- LOLITA, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares for Midtown planning
Choose AnTalia when the priority is a central New York City location and a low-friction meal. Against The Dawson, Pavé, Chazz Palminteri Italian Restaurant, Addictive NYC, and LOLITA, the clearest reason to pick it is convenience rather than a documented price advantage, award signal, or chef-led identity.
For a more occasion-coded Italian meal, cross-shop Chazz Palminteri Italian Restaurant first. For a more casual alternate plan, compare Addictive NYC or LOLITA before settling. If booking friction is the deciding factor, AnTalia reads as the safer practical choice, while the others are better used when their specific room, cuisine, or mood matches the night.
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Compare AnTalia
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| AnTalia | New York City | No published awards |
| The Dawson | New York City | No published awards |
| Pavé | New York City | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Ranked · #1032025 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Ranked · #592025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America2024 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Ranked · #922023 OAD Cheap Eats in Europe Ranked · #85 |
| Chazz Palminteri Italian Restaurant | New York City | No published awards |
| Addictive NYC | New York City | No published awards |
| LOLITA | New York City | No published awards |
How AnTalia New York City compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can AnTalia accommodate groups?
For group plans, use the hours as the starting point: Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9:30 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 2 PM to 10 PM, and Sunday closed.
What should I wear to AnTalia?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose neat, city-appropriate clothing rather than formalwear.
What should I order at AnTalia?
Choose after reviewing the options when you visit.
What are alternatives to AnTalia?
For comparison, consider The Dawson, Pavé, Chazz Palminteri Italian Restaurant, Addictive NYC, and LOLITA, or browse other New York City options depending on the kind of visit you want.
How far ahead should I book AnTalia?
Plan around the schedule: Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9:30 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 2 PM to 10 PM, and Sunday closed.
