Tavern On the Green
Central Park, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Tavern On the Green when the Central Park setting is part of the occasion, especially for visitors, family meals, and milestone lunches or dinners. For food-first Italian, compare it with The Leopard at Des Artistes; for a more casual nearby meal, Parm is the easier value play.
About Tavern On the Green
For a New York City meal where the venue itself is the main known detail, Tavern On the Green is best planned with practical expectations. It is in New York City, the dress code is smart casual, and the hours run from late morning or morning into the evening depending on the day.
Because specific details about cuisine, menu format, pricing, seating, private events, or service style are not extensively covered, plan with a focus on core information rather than extensive dining claims. Confirm any menu, reservation, accessibility, or special-occasion needs directly with the restaurant before building an itinerary around it.
Book with practical expectations
The most reliable planning details are the hours and dress code. Tavern On the Green is listed as open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 9 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 9 AM to 9 PM. The dress code is smart casual.
If you are comparing it with other New York City options, consider the occasion and what details you can confirm before booking. The Leopard at Des Artistes, Shun Lee West, and Parm are other named options to review when deciding what best fits the meal.
How to use it across multiple visits
For a first visit, confirm the current menu, reservation availability, and any timing needs before you go. For a return visit, use what you learned from the first meal rather than assuming a particular format, price point, or specialty.
For broader planning, use our full New York City restaurants guide alongside our full New York City hotels guide if the meal is tied to a stay. The better decision is whether Tavern On the Green's available information fits your schedule and expectations for a New York City meal.
Planning details
- Location
- Central Park, W 67th St, New York, NY 10023
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- tavernonthegreen.com
- Phone
- +12128778684
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tavern On the Green reads as a restaurant defined by its setting: glass-walled rooms and a terrace that literally open onto Central Park. The park’s shifting light and steady foot traffic shape the dining experience as much as the menu, giving the room a genteel, picturesque quality. The house leans into neighborhood comfort rather than haute cuisine, so the feel is historic and relaxed even as the address confers a rare kind of city gravitas. The result is a place where the landscape is the primary décor and the atmosphere is quietly iconic.
Best For
This is a destination for daytime and evening occasions that trade on location as much as reputation. It suits celebratory meals and group dining—guests come for the sense of occasion that a table inside or beside Central Park delivers. The proximity to Lincoln Center and major museums makes it a natural stop for pre- or post-performance dinners as well as tourist visits, while neighborhood accessibility keeps it appropriate for local brunches, lunches, and dinners. The room works for both larger gatherings and meaningful special-occasion meals.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s American classics: the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Chopped Vegetable Salad, and the Tavern Burger are signature, straightforward picks that reflect the restaurant’s approachable identity. If the weather and timing allow, request a table on the terrace or a room with park-facing windows to take full advantage of the setting—much of the restaurant’s appeal is the view and natural light. Because the experience is as much about place as plate, prioritize dishes that let you linger and enjoy the surroundings.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, celebratory gathering space with twinkling lights, rustic charm, and bucolic Central Park setting.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Jumbo Lump Crab Cake
- Chopped Vegetable Salad
- Tavern Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Central Park, W 67th St, New York, NY 10023
Planning details
Location
Central Park, W 67th St, New York, NY 10023 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If the occasion calls for a more polished Italian dinner, book The Leopard at Des Artistes instead. If the group wants something more casual and easier to keep flexible, Parm is the better backup.
Restaurant context
How Tavern On the Green compares nearby
Tavern On the Green is the setting-led choice: stronger for Central Park access, visitor meals, and celebratory groups than for a tightly cuisine-driven dinner. The Leopard at Des Artistes is the higher-spend Italian comparison and the better fit when the food brief is more specific and the room still needs polish.
Shun Lee West is the clearer call for Chinese food on the Upper West Side, while Parm is better when the group wants sandwiches, speed, and a lower-pressure meal. Joanne Trattoria and La Boite en Bois are more neighborhood-feeling alternatives; choose them when the park setting is not the main reason for booking.
Booking difficulty is the practical separator. Tavern On the Green is easier to work into a day around Central Park than many occasion restaurants, but the value depends on using the location well. If the plan does not include the park, Lincoln Center, or an Upper West Side route, one of the smaller neighborhood peers may make more sense.
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Compare Tavern On the Green
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tavern On the Green | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| The Leopard at Des Artistes | New York City | Italian | $$$$ | Star Wine Lists 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Joanne Trattoria | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
| Shun Lee West | New York City | Chinese | , | 2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #590 |
| Parm | New York City | Sandwiches | , | 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #4352024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #3932023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in RecommendedPearl Recommended Restaurants |
| La Boite en Bois | New York City | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Tavern On the Green?
The dress code is smart casual. A neat, polished outfit is the safest choice for a meal at Tavern On the Green in New York City.
What are Tavern On the Green's hours?
Tavern On the Green's hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 9 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 9 AM to 9 PM.
Can Tavern On the Green accommodate groups?
Specific group accommodation details are not provided. If you are planning for multiple guests, confirm reservation availability and any group requirements directly with the restaurant before you go.
