Royal 35 Steakhouse
Midtown-Times Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Royal 35 Steakhouse is the right Midtown pick when the brief is steak, wine, an easy reservation rather than a destination tasting menu. The 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence gives it a useful edge for celebrations and client dinners, especially if the bottle list is part of the plan.
About Royal 35 Steakhouse
Consider Royal 35 Steakhouse if the decision is a New York City meal where the practical details matter: posted hours, a business-casual dress code, a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2026. The useful question is not whether New York City has more options; it is whether this venue fits the timing and tone of your plan.
The strongest planning signal is the schedule. Royal 35 Steakhouse is open Monday through Friday from 12–3:30 PM and 4–11 PM, Saturday from 4–11 PM, Sunday from 4–10 PM. That makes it workable for weekday midday or evening plans, with evening-only hours on the weekend.
Choose it when the timing and dress code fit the night
Royal 35 Steakhouse is best considered when you want a New York City plan with a business-casual standard and clearly posted hours. For a weekday plan, the split midday and evening schedule gives more flexibility than the weekend, when hours are evening-only.
The clearest recognition signal is the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2026. That is a useful point for diners who care about wine recognition, while still checking current availability and fit before going.
Who should choose it, who should look elsewhere
This is a good fit for diners who want Royal 35 Steakhouse specifically and can plan around its New York City hours and business-casual dress code. If the occasion calls for a different style of dinner, compare it against Ai Fiori before committing, or consider other New York City dining rooms more generally.
For Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, plan around the posted evening hours and confirm details directly with the venue. The practical decision is simple: use the schedule, dress code, 2026 Wine Spectator recognition as the grounded basis for deciding whether Royal 35 Steakhouse fits the night.
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Planning details
- Location
- 1 E 35th St, New York, NY 10016
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- royal35steakhouse.com
- Phone
- +12128047276
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Royal 35 positions itself as a purposeful Midtown alternative to the more institutional steakhouses north of 35th Street. It sits on the Murray Hill–NoMad edge and reads as a focused, wine-forward chophouse rather than a power-dining room. The copy emphasizes an authoritative cellar and provenance-driven sourcing, so the room feels deliberate and curated — quieter on name recognition and louder in the quality of what arrives at the table. Guests encounter a serious wine program that functions as the address’s central argument, aligning the experience with discerning diners who prize thoughtful pairings and aged bottlings.
Best For
This is a go-to for evening dining, especially for business travelers, hotel guests and office crowds who want a reliable steakhouse without the West‑50s formality. The restaurant is pitched to diners who value an elevated wine list as much as the meat program, so it suits business dinners and travelers seeking a polished meal after work. While not billed as ostentatious, Royal 35 attracts those who prefer a refined, wine-centric steak experience — the kind of room that works for professional dinners and anyone who treats dinner as a place to explore cellar depth.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the steakhouse signatures — the Double Porterhouse, dry‑aged ribeye and filet mignon — when you want the clearest expression of the kitchen’s strengths. Given the emphasis on cellar depth, you should consult the wine list and pair a Napa Cabernet with richer cuts; the copy specifically names Napa Cab as the backbone for serious steakhouses and also flags aged Burgundy as an alternative for nuance. Ask the sommelier about verticals or older vintages from the cellar if you want a showpiece pairing that underscores the restaurant’s wine program.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, sophisticated setting with rich mahogany wood, classic leather seats, royal red carpets, and an old-school elegant vibe.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Double Porterhouse
- dry-aged ribeye
- filet mignon
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to book if this is not the right fit
If the night needs a more formal luxury frame, book Ai Fiori instead. If value and speed matter more than steakhouse polish, Tonchin New York is the better call.
For a group that wants a more interactive meal, Yoon Haeundae Galbi is the smarter cross-shop.
Restaurant context
How Royal 35 Steakhouse compares in Midtown
Choose Royal 35 Steakhouse over Tonchin New York when the occasion needs a fuller dinner format, wine, a more traditional celebration setting. Tonchin New York is the value play at $ and better for a quick ramen meal, but it will not serve the same business-dinner or steak-and-red-wine purpose.
Ai Fiori is the more formal splurge, with Italian cooking at $$$$ and a stronger fit for diners who want a luxury restaurant frame. Royal 35 Steakhouse is easier to position for steakhouse loyalists, client meals, groups that want a familiar format. Yoon Haeundae Galbi is the better pick for Korean BBQ and a more interactive table, but Royal 35 works better when the group wants less cooking at the table and more classic pacing.
Toledo Restaurant and Evergreen On 38 are useful nearby alternatives when availability or group preference pushes the meal away from steak. For a special occasion where wine matters, Royal 35 has the clearest signal thanks to its Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
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Compare Royal 35 Steakhouse
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal 35 Steakhouse | New York City | ; | 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence | ; |
| Ai Fiori | New York City | Italian | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #12026 Forbes 4-Star2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Grand Award2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #2352025 Wine Spectator Grand Award2025 Forbes 4-Star2025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #250 | $$$$ |
| Toledo Restaurant | New York City | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Yoon Haeundae Galbi | New York City | Korean BBQ | 2026 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City · #462026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #3382025 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York CityPearl Recommended Restaurants | ; |
| Tonchin New York | New York City | Ramen | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #1232026 Bib Gourmand2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #682025 Michelin Bib GourmandPearl Recommended Restaurants | $ |
| Evergreen On 38 | New York City | No published awards | ; | ; |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Royal 35 Steakhouse?
Royal 35 Steakhouse holds a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2026, so diners who care about that recognition may want to factor it into the decision and pay attention to the wine program.
Does Royal 35 Steakhouse handle dietary restrictions?
If you have restrictions, contact Royal 35 Steakhouse in New York City directly before going, compare it with Tonchin New York or Evergreen On 38 if you are still deciding among New York City options.
What should a first-timer know about Royal 35 Steakhouse?
Royal 35 Steakhouse is in New York City, has a business-casual dress code, is open Monday through Friday from 12–3:30 PM and 4–11 PM, Saturday from 4–11 PM, Sunday from 4–10 PM. First-timers should plan around those hours.
Is Royal 35 Steakhouse good for a special occasion?
It can be a fit if the details match your occasion: New York City location, business-casual dress code, a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2026. Ai Fiori is another New York City option to compare if you are still choosing the right setting.
What are alternatives to Royal 35 Steakhouse in New York City?
Ai Fiori, Yoon Haeundae Galbi, Tonchin New York, Evergreen On 38 are other New York City venues to compare with Royal 35 Steakhouse. Choose based on the occasion, availability, the specific experience you want after confirming current details.
