Empire Steakhouse
Walman Report Rating: A Major
- Website:
- www.empiresteakhousenyc.com
- Notes:
- Private Parties Major Credit Cards
- Hours:
- Lunch Mon-Fri: 11:15am-3:45pm Dinner Mon-Thu: 4pm-10:30pm Fri: 4pm-11pm Sat: 4pm-11pm Sun: 3pm-10:30pm
- Serves:
- Lunch, DinnerEmpire Steakhouse features the same dry-aged portherhouse for two that made Ben & Jack’s famous. Because heir reputation is based on steaks, Empire Steakhouse serves only the highest-quality USDA PRIME meats, personally handpicked the best loins, fresh from the area’s best markets. Each loin is closely inspected to ensure the optimal mix of color, fat and bone quality. Once at Empire, the loins rest in spacious coolers, where they are dry-aged for a full 21 to 28 days
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Founded by the charming Jeff Sinanaj, along with his brothers-owners of the storied Ben and Jack’s Steakhouse – Empire Steakhouse brings the time honored tradition of quality steaks to Midtown West. With a combined experience of over 25 years as former Peter Luger Waiters, the Sinanaj Brothers are experts at providing the finest dining experience.
Empire’s famous porterhouse for two is a standout. Equally impressive are the succulent seafood dishes, superb side dishes, and knockout desserts.
The food is complemented by a wine list that is expansive, yet highly selective – and features many of California’s most sought-after vintages.
Housed in the former premises of Michael Psilakis’ and Donatella Arpaia’s Anthos space, the room at Empire is also a highlight. A temple of glass and steel, where large windows and ample light abound. The overall feeling is bright, warm and inviting. Some walls are mirrored, other hung with framed pictures. Tables are set with crisp white tablecloths and deuces are not discriminated against, being given a four-top with ease. There are comfortable upholstered chairs, while a faux gas chandelier and assorted wine cases round out the comfortable atmosphere. There is a pleasant bar upon entering and an upstairs area for private parties and overage.
Service is a strong point at Empire and you won’t find it better, more friendly, helpful and professional at any NY steak house. Enjoy one of the excellent cocktails or a selection from the terrific single malt list, with the perfect Jumbo Lump Crabmeat Cocktail. No shells, tender and moist, Absolute heaven.The warm rolls, bread and butter are good. Go easy, Portions are generous and you must taste the amazing Sizzling Canadian Bacon ,extra thick by the slice, ($2.50) and the least expensive dish on the menu, before diving into fresh salads, or any of the excellent appetizers. For a treat to your eyes as well as your tummy, indulge in the Cold Seafood Platter (served family style featuring lobster, jumbo shrimp and crab meat cocktail).
The Elaborate Seafood Platter (Below) 
Follow this with any of the superb grilled meats. Numerous choices include the city’s premiere Porterhouse (aged 21-28 days) order it for 2, 3 or 4 people. The Prime New York Sirloin Steak is a winner. Ours arrived sliced and cooked exactly as ordered: charred, very rare, but not cold and juicy. There is also Filet Mignon, Rib Eye, Prime Rib and the most delicious (and enormous) Veal Chop imaginable. Let’s not neglect luscious Lamb Chops.
Empire’s famous porterhouse for two (below) 
Seafood lovers will also delight in the expert preparations (See Below) 
.Grilled Filet Of Salmon, Filet Of Sole Francese, Steamed Or Broiled Lobster Tail or a 4 Lb. Jumbo Lobster (broiled or steamed) all fill the bill and are all perfect accompaniments to the delicious sides. We loved the heady German Potatoes and creamed spinach.
When it comes to dessert, the pecan pie with schlag, Junior’s New York Cheesecake, chocolate mousse and the gooey sundae are perfect with excellent cappuccino and an after dinner drink. The wine list is heavy on Californias, but best value lines in the Spanish and French arenas. We loved the elegant, smooth Blasson D’Issan, 2007 (especially after being decanted for 30 minutes, It opened and proved that Margauxs take beautifully to steak). The second wine of Issan, this is 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Merlot. Classically styled nose, attractive and slightly oak-tinged with juicy plum-cherry fruit
Located at the heart of midtown (, on the edge of Rockefeller Center, Empire Steakhouse is accessible by bus, train, car and by foot. However you go, it is (as the French would say) worth the detour.
Private Party Room Above
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MENU & PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Appetizers
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
17.95
Lobster Cocktail
Jumbo Lump Crabmeat Cocktail
18.95
Seafood Platter per person
Maryland Crab Cake
16.9**5
Fresh Oyster on the half shell
12.95
Little Neck Clams on the half shell
11.95
Baked Clams
13.95
Fried Calamari
13.95
Sizzling Canadian Bacon extra thick by the slice
2.95
Soup
French Onion
8.95
Soup Of The Day
9.95
Salads
Caesar Salad
11.95
Mixed Green Salad
9.95
Empire’s Salad serves 2
19.95
Beefsteak Tomato & Onions sliced or chopped
12.95
Fresh Mozzarella & Beefsteak Tomatoes serves 2
16.95
Choice Of Dressing: House Vinaigrette, Russian, Roquefort, Blue Cheese.
Steak & Chops
U.S.D.A Prime, Dry Aged – In Our Own Aging Box.
Porterhouse order for 2, 3 or 4 people
81.90
122.85
163.80
Prime New York Sirloin Steak
40.95
Filet Mignon
40.95
Rib Eye Steak
40.95
Prime Rib
40.95
Veal Chop
40.95
Lamb Chops
39.95
Seafood
Chilean Sea Bass
33.95
Filet Of Sole
33.95
Grilled Yellow Fin Tuna
32.95
Grilled Norwegian Salmon
30.95
Maryland Crab Cakes
32.95
Shrimp Scampi Over Rice
32.95
Lobster Tail
Surf & Turf
4 Lb. Jumbo Lobster broiled or steamed
Potatoes
German Potato
10.95
Cottage Fries Or Steak Fries
10.95
1/2 Cottage Fries & 1/2 Onion Rings
11.95
Mashed Potato
9.95
Jumbo Baked Potato
5.65
Vegetables
Creamed Spinach
9.95
Sautéed Spinach
10.95
Sautéed Mushroom
12.95
Asparagus sautéed or steamed
11.95
Broccoli sautéed or steamed
9.95
Peas And Onions
10.95
Sautéed Onions
8.95
Fried Onion Rings
8.95
A La Carte Lunch
Served 11:15am-3:45pm.
Appetizers
Baked Clams
11.95
Fried Calamari
10.95
Fresh Oysters On The Half Shell
12.95
Soup
Soup Of The Day
9.95
French Onion Soup
8.95
Starter Salads
Caesar Salad
8.95
Mixed Green Salad
7.95
Empire Salad
12.95
Cold Asparagus Vinaigrette
8.95
Tomato & Onions
9.25
Sandwiches
Filet Mignon (U.S.D.A Prime Beef) served on baguette
19.95
Sirloin Steak (U.S.D.A Prime Beef) served on baguette
19.95
Prime Rib (U.S.D.A Prime Beef) served on baguette
19.95
Grilled Chicken Or Chicken Milanese served on baguette
15.95
Maryland Crab Cakes served on roll
16.95
All Sandwiches Are Served With French Fries Or Fried Onion Rings.
Hamburgers
U.S.D.A Prime Beef.
Empire Burger w/ lettuce, tomato and onion
16.95
Hamburgers Are Served With French Fries.
Meat
U.S.D.A Prime Beef.
Medallions Of Filet Mignon w/ mushroom sauce
25.95
New York Sirloin Steak
(12oz) 21.95
Prime Rib
21.95
Grilled Veal Chop
19.95
Chicken
Roasted Half Chicken
16.95
Chicken Parmigiana
21.95
Chicken Francese
21.95
Seafood
Shrimp Scampi served over rice
21.95
Grilled Filet Of Salmon
18.95
Filet Of Sole Francese
18.95
Steamed Or Broiled Lobster Tail
All Meat, Chicken And Seafood Entrees Are Served With Vegetable And Potato.
Pasta
Pasta w/ seafood
19.95
Spaghetti w/ white or red clam sauce
16.95
Rigatoni Or Penne w/ meat sauce
16.95
Penne w/ mixed vegetables in marinara or garlic & oil
15.95
Entrée Salads
Strips Of Filet Mignon over caesar or mixed green salad
21.95
Grilled Shrimp over caesar or mixed green salad
21.95
Grilled Chicken over caesar or mixed green salad
16.95
Rockefeller Salad w/ chicken milanese, mozzarella cheese and chopped tomatoes
16.95
Spinach Salad w/ crispy bacon, mushrooms and tomatoes
15.95
Price-Fixed Lunch $29.95
Served 11:15am-3:45pm. All Entrees Served With Mixed Green Salad Or Soup, Potato, Vegetable, Dessert And Coffee Or Tea. All Meats Are U.S.D.A Prime.
Medallions Of Filet Mignon w/ mushroom sauce
12 Oz. Sirloin Steak
Shrimp Scampi served over rice
Roasted Half Chicken
Chicken Parmigiana
Chicken Francese
Grilled Filet Of Salmon
Filet Of Sole Francese
Grilled Veal Chop
Grilled Lamb Chops
Pasta w/ seafood
Spaghetti w/ white clam sauce
Rigatoni Or Penne w/ meat sauce
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WINE LIST (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
California
Cabernet Sauvignon
100 ST. SUPERY, Napa Valley, 2001
101 KENDELL JACKSON, Vintner’s Reserve, 2004
102 ROBERT MONDAVI, Napa Valley, 2004
103 BV RUTHERFORD, 2003
104 ARTESA, Napa County/Sonoma County, 2003
105 BERINGER KNIGHTS VALLEY, 2004
106 RUTHERFORD HILL, Napa Valley, 2002
107 KENWOOD Jack London, Sonoma Valley, 2003/04
108 STERLING, Napa Valley, 2004
109 SIMI, Alexander Valley, 2004
110 CLOS DU VAL, Napa Valley, 2004
111 ROSEMOUNT ESTATE, Show Reserve, 2003
112 RAYMOND, Reserve, Napa Valley, 2003
113 ST. CLEMENT, Napa Valley, 2003
114 B.R. COHN OLIVE HILL, Sonoma Valley, 2002/03
115 PINE RIDGE 2004
116 ZD WINES, Napa Valley, 2004
117 IRON HORSE, Vineyards, Alexander Valley, 2003
118 SEQUOIA GROVE, Napa Valley, 2003
119 CHALK HILL, Sonoma County, 2002
120 HEITZ WINE CELLERS, Napa Valley, 2002
121 CHATEAU MONTELENA, Napa Valley, 2003
122 SILVERADO, Napa Valley, 2004
123 FROG’S LEAP, Napa Valley, 2004
124 JOSEPH PHELPS, 2003
125 CHATEAU ST. JEAN, 2002
126 JORDAN, Sonoma, 2002/03
127 STAG’S LEAP, Artemis, 2004
128 CHIMNEY ROCK, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, 2004
129 SWANSON, ALEXIS, Napa Valley, 2003
130 SHAFER, Napa, Valley, 2004
131 GROTH, Oakville, 2004
132 GRGICH HILL, Napa Valley, 2000/02
133 JUSTIN, 2005
134 MARA, RESERVE, Alexander Valley, 2001
135 SILVER OAK, Alexander Valley, 2002/03
136 BARNETT, Spring Mountain, 2002
137 SIMI RESERVE, Alexander Valley, 2003
138 CAYMUS, Napa Valley, 2003
139 NICKEL & NICKEL, Napa Valley, 2003
140 CAKEBREAD CELLERS, Napa Valley, 2004
141 ROBERT YOUNG, Estate Winery, Alexander Valley, 1999
142 PLUMPJACK, Oakville, Napa Valley, 2003/04
143 STAG’S LEAP, Fay, Estate Napa Valley, 2003
144 CAIN FIVE, Napa Valley, 2003/04
California
Cabernet Sauvignon – Special Selection
170 PINE RIDGE, Stags Leap Napa Valley, 2002
171 DUCKHORN VINEYARDS, Napa Valley, 2002/03
172 CASK, Coppola Rubicon, 2002
173 CHERRYBLOCK, Sebastiani, 2003
174 SILVER OAK, Napa Valley, 2002
175 SILVERADO, Napa Valley Reserve, 2002
176 ROBERT MONDAVI RESERVE, Napa, 2003/04
177 FAR NIENTE, Napa 2004
178 DUCKHORN, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2002
179 CHATEAU MONTELENA ESTATE, Napa Valley, 2002
180 KENDALL JACKSON, STATURE Limited, 1999
189 ROBERT MONDAVI, Reserve, 1999
181 ZD RESERVE, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2002/04
182 DOMINUS, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2003
183 JARVIS VINEYARDS, Estate Grown, 1996
184 CAYMUS VINEYARDS, Special Selection, 2004
185 JOSEPH PHELPS, Insignia, 2001/03
186 OPUS ONE, Napa, 2003
187 SHAFER HILLSIDE SELECT, Napa Valley, 2002
188 ZD WINES, Abacus #6
California
Merlot
201 ST. SUPERY, Napa Valley, 2000/02
202 MARKHAM, Napa Valley, 2003
203 WATERSTONE, Napa Valley, 2004
204 SWANSON, Napa Valley, 2003/04
205 ST. FRANCIS, Sonoma, 2002
206 RUTHERFORD HILL, Napa Valley, 2003
207 FERRARI CARANO, Sonoma, 2002/04
208 FRANCIS COPPOLA, Blue Label, 2004
209 JOSEPH PHELPS, Napa Valley, 2002
210 STAG’S LEAP Wine Cellars, Napa Valley, 2004
211 SHAFER, Napa, 2004
212 CAKBREAD CELLARS, Napa Valley, 2004
213 DUCKHORN VINEYARDS, Napa Valley, 2002/3
California
Meritage
301 ELU, St. Supery, 2002
302 GEYSER PEAK, Reserve Alexander, 2003
303 BEAULIEU VINEYARD, Tapestry Reserve, 2003
California
Pinot Noir
401 FRANCIS COPPOLA, Silver Label, 2006
402 ROBERT MONDAVI, 2005
403 SAINTSBURY, CARNEROS, Reserve, 2005
404 ARGYLE RESERVE, Oregon, 2004/05
405 SANFORD, Santa Barbara County, 2004
406 BELLE GLOSE, Napa, 2005
407 “J” WINES RESERVE, Russian River, 2003/04
408 DUCKHORN GOLDENEYE, Anderson Valley, 2004
409 ZD WINES, Pinot Noir, 2005
410 WILLIAMS SELYEM, Russian River Valley, 2004
California
Zinfandel
501 RIDGE SONOMA, Three Valleys, 2005
502 FRANCIS COPPOLA, Red Label, 2004
503 QUIVIRA ZINFANDEL, Anderson Ranch, 2004
504 GRGICH HILLS, Napa Valley, 2003
505 MARA RESERVE, Napa Valley, 2002
506 FROG’S LEAP, Napa Valley, 2005
California
Syrah
550 TWO ANGELS, High Valley, 2005
551 TERLATO VINEYARDS, Dry Creek Valley, 2003
Australia
601 PENFOLDS, Bin 28, 2003
602 PENFOLDS, Bin 407, 2004
603 PENFOLDS, Bin 707, 2002
604 PENFOLDS, GRANGE, Shiraz, 2002
Shiraz
620 HILL of GOLD, Rosemount Estate, 2003/04
621 GREG NORMAN, 2005
622 ELDERTON, Barossa Valley, 2003
623 PUNTERS CORNER SPARTACUS, Reserve, 2002
CHILE
650 MONTES ALPHA, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004
651 DALLAS CONTE, Merlot, 2002
ARGENTINA
670 BROQUEL, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004
FRANCE
701 CHATEAU SIMARD, Saint Emilion, 1995
702 CHATEAUNEUF DU PAPE, Louis Bernard, 2004
703 CHATEAU LA GRAVE a POMEROL, 2002
704 CHATEAU MONT- REDON, 2003
705 CHATEAU BEYCHEVELLE, Saint Julien, 2002
706 CHATEAU TALBOT, Saint- Julian, 2001
707 CHATEAU FIGEAC, Premier, Grand Cru, 1997/02
708 CHATEAU LYNCH BAGES, Pauillac, 1998
709 CHATEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD, Pauillac, 1999
710 CHATEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD, Pauillac, 1998/99
711 CHATEAU MOUTON ROTHCHILD, Pauillac, 1995
712 CHATEAU PETRUS, Pomerol, 1986
ITALY
801 PINA DI NOVA, Toscana, 2003
802 TENUTE MARCHESE, Antrinori Riserva, 2000/01
803 RUFFINO, Riserva Ducale Gold, 2003
804 BAROLO ROCCA, 2003
805 BAROLO Ceretto, 2001
806 BARBARESCO, Rocca de Mari, 2201
807 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO, BARBI 2001
808 BARBARESCO, Campo Quadro
809 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO,FATTOI, 2001
810 BERTANI, Amarone, 1999
811 BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO, Castello Banfi, 2001
812 AMARONE TOMMASI, A Rolar Selection, 2001
813 GAJA, Ca’ Marcanda Toscana, 2003
814 BAROLO Pio Cesare, 2002
815 TIGNANELLO Antinori, 2003
816 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO, BARBI RISERVA 1999
817 GAJA, Conteisa, 2001
818 SOLAIA, Antinori, 2001
819 SASSICAIA, Bolgheri, 2002
SPAIN
901 MIGUEL MERINO, Rioja Reserva, 2000
902 VEGA SICILIA UNICO, Reserva Special
CROATIA
951 BURA, Dalmatian Coast, 2003 
California
Chardonnay
1000 BEN & JACK’S, Alexander Valley, 2004
1001 SILVERADO, Napa Valley, 2005
1002 SONOMA CUTRER, Russian River Ranches, 2005
1003 STAG’S LEAP, Napa, 2005
1004 CAKEBREAD, Napa, 2005
1005 CHALK HILL, Sonoma, 2004
1006 FAR NIENTE, Napa, 2005
1007 ZD WINES RESERVE, 2005
FRANCE
1020 LOUIS JADOT, Pouilly-Fuisse, 2005
1021 LOUIS JADOT, Puligny Montrachet, 2004
GERMANY
1030 MARKUS MOLITOR RIESLING TROCKEN, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
ITALY
1040 SANTA MARGHERITA, Pinot Grigio, 2006
1041 GAVI DI GAVI, La Scolca, 2005
1050 PERRIER JOUET, Grant Brut
1051 MOET & CHANDON, White Star, NV
1052 VEUVE CLIQUOT, Brut Label, NV
1053 DOM PERIGNON, 1998
1054 LOUIS ROEDERER, Cristal Brut, 1999
1060 ROBERT MONDAVI WINERY, Moscato d’ORO , 2005, 375ML.
1061 CHATEAU D YQUEM, 1999 375 ml.
1062 CHATEAU D YQUEM, 1999 750 ml.
M.100 BERINGER, Knights Valley, 2001
M.101 ROBERT MONDAVI, Napa Valley, 2002
M.102 SAINTSBURY CARNEROS Reserve 2004
M.136 BELLE GLOS, Pinot Noir, 2005
M.138 RAYMOND Reserve, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2003
M.105 NICKEL & NICKEL, Syrah, 2003
M.107 ZD WINES, Napa Valley, 2004
M.108 ST. CLEMENT OROPPAS, Napa Valley, 2001
M.109 TREANA, Cabernet, Merlot & Syrah, 2000
M.110 STAG’S LEAP, Artemis, 2004
M.111 RUFFINO, Reserve Ducale Gold, 2001
M.112 CAIN CONCEPT, Napa Valley, 2002
M.139 GROTH, Oakville, Napa Valley, 2004
M.113 DUCKHORN VINEYARDS, Napa, Merlot, 2003
M.114 JORDAN, Sonoma Valley, 2000
M.116 PINE RIDG, Stag’s Leap District-Napa, 2002/03
M.118 AMARONE TOMMASI, 2001
M.120 TIGNANELLO, Antinori, 2003
M.121 ROBERT MONDAVI RESERVE, Napa, 1999
M.122 FAR NIENTE, Napa Valley, 2002/04
M.123 DUCKHORN, Cabernet Estate Grown, 2002
M.124 STAG’S LEAP FAY, 1998
M.125 DOMINUS, Napa, 2000
M.126 BERINGER, Private Reserve, Napa, 1999
M.128 OPUS ONE, Napa, 1997
M.130 JOSEPH PHELPS, Insignia, 30th Anniversary, 2003
M.131 TREFETHEN, Estate Grown, Napa Valley, 1997
M.137 TIGNANELLO, Antinori, 2003
M.134 CHATEAU MOUTON ROTHCHILD, Pauillac, 1986
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