Planet Hollywood New York
Midtown-Times Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Planet Hollywood New York is worth considering for an easy Times Square meal with kids, visitors, or a group that values location over culinary depth. It is not the strongest choice for a serious date, business dinner, or sourcing-led meal. Cross-shop Lambs Club for a pricier steakhouse setting or Burger & Lobster for a more focused casual order.
About Planet Hollywood New York
Planet Hollywood New York is a casual venue in New York City with daily hours beginning at 11:30 AM. Plan around the basics rather than assumptions about cuisine, signature dishes, pricing, or special services.
Use it for a casual New York City occasion
The dress code is casual, and hours run from 11:30 AM to 10 PM Sunday through Thursday, with closing extended to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
The safest way to evaluate Planet Hollywood New York is as a direct New York City option with predictable operating hours. If your plans depend on a specific menu, dietary accommodation, service format, or takeout or delivery availability, confirm directly with the venue before going.
Who should choose it, and who should trade up
Choose it when casual dress and broad daily hours matter most. It is also a reasonable candidate when the group wants a simple New York City plan and does not need the meal to be built around specific culinary expectations.
If you are comparing options before committing, consider other New York City venues such as AperiBar, Burger & Lobster, Charlie Palmer Steak IV, Lambs Club, or Valbella At The Park. Planet Hollywood New York is easiest to recommend when the decision is based on casual dress and posted hours rather than claims about menu style, price, or special features.
Planning details
- Location
- 136 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- planethollywoodnyc.com
- Phone
- +12123337827
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Planet Hollywood in Times Square reads as spectacle-first dining: a theatrical, memorabilia-filled room that trades culinary precision for atmosphere and association. The copy frames the venue as a 1990s theme-restaurant prototype, where celebrity branding and interior theatrics function as the primary draw. The restaurant leans into broad American comfort fare within a high-footfall commercial setting, so the experience feels accessible and casual rather than refined. For visitors who want a distinctly tourist-oriented, showy New York meal — one that is as much about the room and its cultural resonance as about what’s on the plate — this is precisely that proposition.
Best For
This Planet Hollywood suits groups, families and tourists who prioritize spectacle and convenience over a kitchen-led meal. Its Times Square address places it in the heart of theatre and tourist activity, so it’s a pragmatic choice for pre-theatre dinners, celebratory nights out with mixed-age parties, and casual meetups where everyone’s priorities are familiarity and entertainment. The menu’s accessible price points and shareable comfort categories make it work well for larger parties and families rather than intimate, formal dining experiences.
Ordering Tips
Expect a menu built around American comfort categories—burgers, sandwiches, pasta and platter-style starters—designed for broad appeal rather than fine-dining nuance. Lean into signature items when you want a reliable, venue-defining bite: the World Famous Chicken Crunch is listed as a standout. Portions are described as scaled to tourist and group dining, so order with sharing in mind. Above all, treat the meal as part of a larger theatrical experience: come for the room and the memorabilia as much as for the plate.
Venue details
Ambiance
High-energy atmosphere with interactive screens, dazzling lights, and innovative technology evoking Hollywood magic.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Very Large
Signature Dishes
World Famous Chicken Crunch
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 136 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Valbella At The Park, Notable alternative
- Burger & Lobster, Notable alternative
- Lambs Club, Steakhouse, $$$$
- AperiBar, Notable alternative
- Charlie Palmer Steak IV, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Midtown
Planet Hollywood New York is the easiest recommendation for convenience-first groups near Times Square: families, visitors, and pre-theater diners who want a recognizable name and a low-friction meal. Lambs Club is the sharper pick for a polished Midtown steakhouse dinner, but its $$$$ positioning makes it a bigger commitment and a better fit for business meals or adult celebrations.
Burger & Lobster is the better cross-shop when the group wants a more focused casual meal rather than a themed room. AperiBar makes more sense for diners prioritizing a more grown-up Midtown atmosphere, while Planet Hollywood New York is easier to justify when the occasion includes kids or out-of-town guests who want the Times Square energy.
Valbella At The Park and Charlie Palmer Steak IV are the names to check when the meal needs to feel more composed. Planet Hollywood New York wins on ease and recognizability; the others are better suited when value is measured by food focus, room quality, or a more serious dining tone.
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Compare Planet Hollywood New York
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planet Hollywood New York | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Valbella At The Park | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Burger & Lobster | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Lambs Club | New York City | Steakhouse | $$$$ | 2026 Forbes Recommended2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate2025 Forbes Recommended2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #7012023 OAD Casual in North America RecommendedWorld's Best Wine Lists 2022 |
| AperiBar | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Charlie Palmer Steak IV | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Planet Hollywood New York?
Is Planet Hollywood New York good for solo dining?
It can be a practical solo option if the hours and casual dress code fit your plans. Hours are 11:30 AM to 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11:30 AM to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Is Planet Hollywood New York good for a special occasion?
It may work for a casual occasion, since the dress code is casual. For any celebration that depends on a specific menu, room setup, or service style, confirm details directly with the venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at Planet Hollywood New York?
Hours begin at 11:30 AM daily and run until 10 PM Sunday through Thursday, with Friday and Saturday hours extending to 11 PM. Choose the time that best fits your schedule and confirm current offerings with the venue.
What are alternatives to Planet Hollywood New York in New York City?
Other New York City options to compare include AperiBar, Burger & Lobster, Charlie Palmer Steak IV, Lambs Club, and Valbella At The Park. Check each venue directly for current menus, hours, and reservation details.
What should I wear to Planet Hollywood New York?
The dress code is casual. Comfortable casual clothing is appropriate.
