Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieStreet-level American bar & grill in the Empire State Building with art deco design touches.
What to order: Porcini Crusted Filet Mignon · Braised Short Rib with Mashed Potatoes · Empire Shrimp Cocktail · Steak fritesFrom Google Maps reviews.
We wanted a special meal for our last night in New York and this ticked all our boxes. The food was well presented, very tasty and just the right amount for us. Our waiter was really nice and attentive. The restaurant was a lovely calm quiet space. Would recommend if you are after somewhere special to eat.
It was a decent place to go to, after going to Empire State Building, despite all the options being in NY. It is direct inside the building so it was great that we didn’t have too far to go. The food was okay, nothing notable necessarily, and the service was strange. The waiter I found was quite rude to his female colleague (also considerably younger than him) as he attempted to make it very clear he was waiting this table. Bless her, she looked like she was used to his behaviour. I didn’t like
We absolutely loved our experience at State Grill and Bar in New York! The steak was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and simply outstanding. Every dish we tried was delicious, showcasing great attention to detail and quality ingredients. The service was attentive and welcoming, adding to the overall excellent dining experience. Highly recommend this spot for anyone seeking a fantastic meal in the city!
From the Jan 7, 2026 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Staff hygiene fell short: soiled clothing, no hair covering, or unkempt nails.
Food was left exposed to possible contamination during storage, prep, or serving.