BONDST
Chelsea-Hudson Yards, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book BONDST when convenience and a polished Hudson Yards setting matter more than awards, chef narrative, or a published signature menu. It is a practical choice for lunch or dinner in the development.
About BONDST
For BONDST in New York City, the planning details are direct: published hours run daily, and the dress code is smart casual.
The useful read here is restraint. This is not the booking to choose based on résumé value alone. Choose it when the basics work for your plans: BONDST is in New York City, has smart-casual expectations, and lists hours that cover daytime and evening openings across the week.
Book with the basics in mind
The strongest case is practical. If you are also considering other named options, compare BONDST with Electric Lemon, Locanda Verde Hudson Yards, Peak, estiatorio Milos Hudson Yards, and queensyard; for a wider city scan, use the New York City restaurants guide.
For travelers building a full night around the meal, it also helps to separate the restaurant choice from the rest of the itinerary. Pair restaurant planning with the New York City hotels guide, the New York City bars guide, the New York City wineries guide, and the New York City experiences guide if the meal is part of a larger trip.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11:30 AM–9 PM · Tuesday: 12–9:30 PM
- Location
- 20 Hudson Yards level 5, New York, NY 10001
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- bondstrestaurant.com
- Phone
- +12127267755
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Perched on level five of 20 Hudson Yards, BONDST occupies a purpose-built dining floor where generous geometry, high ceilings and long sightlines orient the room toward the Hudson River. The architecture and proportion of the space play as large a role as the menu: design decisions are front-and-center, so the room feels composed and deliberate. The kitchen’s Japanese-influenced framework favors precision and restraint, and the result is a contemporary fine-dining space that reads as scenic and measured rather than boisterous: an environment that pairs architectural clarity with focused, composed cuisine.
Best For
BONDST is primarily a dinner destination that suits guests seeking a formally presented meal. It works well for business dinners and special occasions where setting, service and presentation matter. Its placement in the commercial Hudson Yards context also makes it appropriate for work-related meals and elevated client dinners. Because it occupies a designed dining floor with a composed service style, plan for a full, sit-down dinner rather than quick or casual dining.
Ordering Tips
Begin with Big Eye Tuna Tarts and Broiled Chilean Sea Bass to sample the kitchen’s strengths. BONDST is a Japanese-influenced format that sits between allocation-only omakase and casual izakaya, so expect composed plates showcasing high-quality fish and precise technique rather than a counter-only sushi experience. Share a mix of raw and broiled seafood to appreciate different preparations, lean on staff recommendations for pacing, and reserve ahead for an unhurried dinner service.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm minimalist interior with chic, energetic, and casually elegant atmosphere across lounge, lively dining room, and elegant upper floor.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Big Eye Tuna Tarts
- Broiled Chilean Sea Bass
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 20 Hudson Yards level 5, New York, NY 10001
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–9:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 12–9:30 PM
- Friday
- 12–10 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–9 PM
Location
20 Hudson Yards level 5, New York, NY 10001 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- estiatorio Milos Hudson Yards, Notable alternative
- queensyard, Notable alternative
- Peak, New American, New American
- Locanda Verde Hudson Yards, Notable alternative
- Electric Lemon, New American, New American
Restaurant context
How BONDST compares in Hudson Yards
Choose BONDST over Peak or Electric Lemon when the meal matters more than the New American format. Peak and Electric Lemon are the cleaner picks for guests who want a broader American menu and a room built around the Hudson Yards occasion; BONDST is the better fit for a more focused, Japanese-leaning dinner without making the view the whole point.
estiatorio Milos Hudson Yards is the stronger cross-shop for seafood-led ordering, while queensyard and Locanda Verde Hudson Yards make more sense for groups that want a more familiar Western menu. For easiest planning, BONDST works when the group is already committed to Hudson Yards and wants a polished room; for a broader special-occasion feel, compare Peak first.
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Compare BONDST
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| BONDST | New York City | No published awards | |
| estiatorio Milos Hudson Yards | New York City | No published awards | |
| queensyard | New York City | No published awards | |
| Peak | New York City | New American | No published awards |
| Locanda Verde Hudson Yards | New York City | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence | |
| Electric Lemon | New York City | New American | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #5042025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #5612023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
How BONDST New York City compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to BONDST?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for a polished, comfortable look that fits a New York City dinner or daytime meal without assuming formalwear is required.
Is BONDST good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a special occasion if the basics match your plans: BONDST is in New York City, lists daily hours, and has a smart-casual dress code. If you are comparing options, you may also look at Electric Lemon, Locanda Verde Hudson Yards, Peak, estiatorio Milos Hudson Yards, and queensyard.
Is lunch or dinner better at BONDST?
Hours begin as early as 11:30 AM on Monday, Saturday, and Sunday, at 12 PM Tuesday through Friday, with closing times between 9 PM and 10 PM depending on the day.
