The Parlour Room
Midtown-Times Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
The Parlour Room is a practical Midtown choice for a relaxed New York City meet-up when location and flexibility matter more than a destination food agenda. Choose it for after-work drinks, a low-pressure date, or a small group; choose China Cafe, Culture Espresso, Han Bat, or Gaia Restaurant when a more defined food or coffee brief matters.
About The Parlour Room
The Parlour Room is a New York City venue with afternoon, evening, and late-night hours on most open days, plus a smart casual dress code. Beyond those basics, details are limited, so it is best approached with simple planning expectations rather than assumptions about cuisine, menu format, service style, awards, or signature orders.
A New York City choice for an evening plan
The clearest planning detail is timing. The Parlour Room opens at 3:30 PM Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM on Saturday, and is closed on Sunday. It stays open until 12 AM Monday through Thursday and until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. That makes it more relevant for afternoon, evening, or late-night plans than for lunch.
Because no cuisine type, chef, awards, price level, menu format, or signature dishes are specified, this should not be treated as a research-heavy food pilgrimage. If the priority is a more clearly defined comparison, consider other options such as China Cafe, Culture Espresso, Han Bat, Gaia Restaurant, or Parker & Quinn. The Parlour Room makes the most sense when its basics, New York City location, smart casual dress code, and late operating hours, match the plan.
Who should choose it over other options
Choose The Parlour Room if the main need is a New York City venue with smart casual dress and hours that extend late on Friday and Saturday. Do not rely on assumptions about bar seating, group capacity, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, lunch service, or a particular food or beverage program without checking directly with the venue.
The practical verdict: The Parlour Room is worth considering when the known basics fit the schedule. It is not possible to recommend it for a famous chef, award signal, specific cuisine, or tightly defined menu. For a broader scan of the city, use Our full New York City restaurants guide, then cross-check options in Our full New York City bars guide if the evening is more venue-led than restaurant-led.
Planning details
- Location
- 70 W 36th St. Front 1b, New York, NY 10018
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- parlourroomnyc.com
- Phone
- +19172615495
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Parlour Room presents as a deliberate Midtown find: a sub-street-level dining room on West 36th Street that rewards intentional discovery. The copy frames the location as removed from the usual fine-dining corridors, which gives the room a quieter, insider quality rather than a high-traffic destination feel. The kitchen’s emphasis on sourcing and seasonality reinforces a focused, composed approach to American cooking. Overall, the place reads as quietly curated and intimate—a venue that favors guests who seek a composed, polished meal in a less ostentatious Midtown setting.
Best For
This is primarily a dinner destination for guests looking for a composed American meal away from the more conspicuous fine-dining strips. It works well for date nights, business dinners and special occasions where a quieter, intentional room is preferable to buzzy, tourist-facing spots. The Parlour Room’s Midtown location and lower-level format also make it suited to after-work groups who appreciate thoughtful seasonal cooking without the fuss of more heavily trafficked neighborhoods. The venue’s positioning rewards guests who arrive with purpose.
Ordering Tips
Menu highlights are explicit in the venue brief and guide ordering choices: Island Creek Oysters and Clams Casino Bucatini are listed among signature starters, while Steak Frites, Braised Beef Short Rib and Crispy-Skin Scottish Salmon anchor mains. The Parlour Burger and Corn Risotto show the kitchen’s range, and Crème Brûlée is cited for dessert. Given the stated focus on sourcing and seasonality, expect preparations that foreground ingredient quality—build a meal from a shellfish or vegetable starter into a hearty main and finish with the classic crème brûlée.
Venue details
Ambiance
Dark, sophisticated interior with traditional booths and comfortable seating, accented by street-facing open air seats; refined but approachable atmosphere without excessive formality.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
9 itemsKnow before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 70 W 36th St. Front 1b, New York, NY 10018
Planning details
Location
70 W 36th St. Front 1b, New York, NY 10018 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- China Cafe, Szechuan, Szechuan
- Han Bat, Notable alternative
- Culture Espresso, Notable alternative
- Gaia Restaurant, Notable alternative
- Parker & Quinn, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares nearby
China Cafe is the clearer choice when the meal needs a defined Szechuan angle; The Parlour Room is better for a broader, more flexible Midtown plan where drinks, conversation, and a central meeting point drive the decision. If value means getting a specific cuisine payoff, China Cafe has the edge. If value means avoiding a fussy plan, The Parlour Room is easier to slot into the evening.
Culture Espresso works for a shorter coffee-led stop, while The Parlour Room makes more sense for a longer sit-down. Han Bat and Gaia Restaurant are stronger cross-shops when the group wants the meal anchored to a clearer food identity rather than ambiance.
Parker & Quinn is the closest comparison for a polished Midtown utility pick. Choose Parker & Quinn if the group wants a more conventional Midtown restaurant feel; choose The Parlour Room when the plan leans more casual and drinks-friendly.
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Compare The Parlour Room
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Parlour Room | New York City | , | 2024 James Beard Awards2013 World's 50 Best Bars · #18 |
| China Cafe | New York City | Szechuan | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #4482024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #4182023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
| Han Bat | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Culture Espresso | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Gaia Restaurant | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Parker & Quinn | New York City | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can The Parlour Room accommodate groups?
Group accommodation details are not available. The planning details are that The Parlour Room is in New York City, has a smart casual dress code, and is open late on several nights. For any group visit, check directly with the venue before making plans.
Is bar seating available at The Parlour Room?
Bar seating and food service details are not specified. The hours include service until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday, but seating format and menu details should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at The Parlour Room?
The hours do not indicate lunch service. The Parlour Room opens at 3:30 PM Monday through Friday and 2:30 PM on Saturday, and it is closed on Sunday. That timing points to afternoon, evening, or late-night planning rather than lunch.
Does The Parlour Room handle dietary restrictions?
Venue-specific dietary information is not available. If a strict dietary need is involved, contact The Parlour Room directly before visiting. For comparison planning, Gaia Restaurant, Han Bat, China Cafe, Culture Espresso, and Parker & Quinn may also be worth checking directly.
What should I order at The Parlour Room?
No signature item, cuisine, menu format, or beverage program is specified. Check The Parlour Room's official channels for the latest menu details before deciding what to order.
Is The Parlour Room good for solo dining?
Solo dining suitability is not specified. The details are the New York City location, smart casual dress code, and operating hours. If seating style matters, confirm directly with the venue before going.
How far ahead should I book The Parlour Room?
Reservation timing is not specified. The Parlour Room is open until 12 AM Monday through Thursday and until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday, with Sunday closed. If timing or party size matters, check directly with the venue before visiting.
