P.J. Clarke's
Pub, Burger Joint, and American Restaurant$$$$
Midtown East, New York
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"Fantastic cadillac burger and fantastic service."(14 Tips)
"THANK YOU PJ CLARKE's...for a turkey burger worth the $!"(5 Tips)
"Best place for a burger and oyster in the city"(12 Tips)
"Get the cheeseburger with sharp cheddar, bacon and bearnaise sauce."(17 Tips)
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Erik CintronMarch 30, 2015A piece of history old beautiful exposed brick. Old bar. The food was american Classic comfort. Drinks were strong but fairly priced. The staff was attentive. Food was awesome. A must do!!
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Whiskey PatriotJuly 26, 2016the Clark burger with whiskey onions, Cabot cheddar, smoked bacon, & avocado. It truly was one of THE best burgers I've had! For dessert the New York Cheesecake with a blueberry compote!
First We FeastAugust 3, 2014The signature "Cadillac Burger"—nicknamed by Nat King Cole in the '50s because he thought it was the Cadillac of…well, you get the idea—is everything you want in an old-school, unfussy bar burger. Read more
Rupert NoffsMay 17, 2016The ONLY place to eat in Midtown East. Come late at night too. Wonderful Oysters! Try that Cadillac Burger...!!.m "One More For The Road" was penned here. Classic, old school NYC!
Jon hoffmanSeptember 11, 2014Excellent burger. Very similar to other old school burger joints like J.G. Melon. If it's your first time, go for the cadillac.
Umair ZiaSeptember 3, 2019One of my favorite burger experiences in NYC. It's a straightforward simple burger but so good. It did take 15 min past our reservation to get our table ready, so build that into your expectations.
RamiDecember 12, 2014The cheese burger is brilliant! One of my all time favorites. Medium done, it melts in your mouth, and the partially fried pickles were the best part. The fries were excellent too.
The Corcoran GroupNovember 21, 2013While the burgers are amazing here, don't overlook the chicken pot pie. Be sure to get yourself a side of the hash brown potatoes, they're amazing!
Love this place. The burgers make any New Yorkers "top 10" list. Great traditional New York bar. They make an awesome (but expensive @ $16) Bloody Mary too. Friendly bartenders and a local crowd.
The Clarke burger is my go-to. Straightforward but aint plain jane. Medium, w/ cheese, and a malbec. You’d think the sea salt fries takes on a supporting role- nope, it’s a star in its own right too .
Paige CMarch 18, 2019Everyone was right about the burgers! Wow! I liked the trio of sliders. All great choices. The fry portion is massive!
Time Out New YorkAugust 7, 2013The no-frills cheeseburger features six ounces of seared ground chuck and raw onion on a white bun, customizable with cheese and add-ons such as avocado, butcher’s chili and béarnaise sauce. (RC) Read more
Jennifer AndersonAugust 14, 2015One of the best 'classic New York' bars in town. It certainly has the best personality of any place in East Midtown. Nice mix of old-skool charm and modern(ish) food/drink.
Polina WeitzJanuary 2, 2018An iconic bar and restaurant, with tons of history and great food. The burgers were amazing, and the sweet potato fries are delicious. Will definitely come back.
Alexandros CMarch 29, 2014Probably the best burgers in NYC!! Definitely don't miss it and you shall visit over and over again!! Bar is great too for after work drinks! A don't miss spot in NYC!!
Mike FriedlichJanuary 11, 2018Amazing burger place. Wagyu bacon cheddar burger is one of my favorite burgers. Buttered Naked Lobster Roll was also outstanding, and the lobster is so good.
Caro FauneDecember 26, 2016Trying the traditional burger, yummy! And I really liked the Brooklyn lager beer. Totally recommend it!
Eduardo DamascenoOctober 27, 2013Very nice food and service! The chopped Sirloin is amazing! The Caddilac is very good but by the reviews I expected more.
- Djaniella D.December 10, 2014"The Cadillac" is honestly one of the best burgers I've ever had! Reasonable price for a juicy, delicious burger.
Match ThisflyJuly 8, 2014Yeah, the burger, but their Lobster Roll with an order of french fries is the business! Only on Wed. though. Lobster mac-n-cheese is another good item. Only on Fridays though.
New York HabitatNovember 30, 2011The burgers here are awesome and they're made even better when paired with the onion strings. Good for a casual lunch or dinner. Keep an eye out for the old school bathrooms as well.
Ofir WeinstockFebruary 17, 2017Lovely service and good old American comfort food served fresh and yummy! Crab cakes are a delight as well as garlic fries!
Michelle AlexanderMarch 26, 2015Blue cheese lovers need to try the BBQ Blue Cheese Burger, it's even better than the Cadillac. Shoe string onion rings are great as well.
The original and classic location. Had the Clarke burger with raw onion. Delicious and worth traveling uptown for the meal.
Ariadna GranéMarch 31, 2015very good hamburgers in a nyc's classic! we had the apple pie too (really really good!!)
IWalked Audio ToursNovember 24, 2012P.J. Clarke’s is a historic NYC saloon that opened in 1884. It is named for one of its former owners, an Irish immigrant named Patrick J. Clarke (not the original owner). More site history via<LINK> Read more
Serious EatsFebruary 15, 2013The burgers have just the right amount of char to give the surface some crunchy, chewy bits to play against the soft, juicy interior.
Denis MoskaletsOctober 17, 2015Awesome! Nice old pub with authentic interior. The cadilac burger good. Very quick, moderate prices
Francis UdlerSeptember 9, 2013One of the best burgers. No nee to add anything other than cheese. So juicy!! The onion rings are great but huge portion (too much just for two).
ViajandolavidalocaOctober 9, 2017Love love love PJ Clarke’s. We make an annual trip here - order a classic or Cadillac with shoestring fries.
Welcome to CollegeFebruary 4, 2011If your college visits bring you to the big city, find a few minutes to grab a bite and watch world go by at PJ Clarke's. The burgers, the mac & cheese, the raw bar...you cannot go wrong here!
Catherine COctober 29, 2012Grab the bacon cheeseburger or the Reuben with the fries and union strings. Everything was great, ended the meal with the NY Cheesecake. Perfect night out!
Gary JohnstonJuly 19, 2014Best burgers in New York by far. Actually I'll go out on a limb and say they're the best burgers I've ever tasted.
Brett FrommeJanuary 30, 2016Burgers are very good. The Sunday night lasagna is fantastic. A bit of a tourist trap. Prices are high, but so is the quality of the food.
Nataly Cnyrim-KimmelJuly 29, 2013Year after year, decade after decade, P.J.’s has always been, quite simply: The place. If you live in New York, P.J. Clarke’s needs no introduction.- Ariadna GranéMarch 30, 2015Very good hamburgers! and delicious apple pie for dessert! full of people so be prepared to wait around 20 min for a table
Chris EvansJuly 23, 2014Good cocktails, but on the expensive side ($13 - $15) and nothing too special. Burgers are great, and the fries are some of the best in the area.
Mark PerryJanuary 26, 2012Get the chips and dip. It's a homemade cheese-sauce. Incredible. Bonus points if you can convince them to bring fries instead of the chips, cuz the fries are incredible.
Luciana LyrioSeptember 17, 2018Wonderful burgers! Good variety of craft beers. And the space is beautiful! Old school and perfect! 🍔 🍺
BIG D .February 27, 2012The cadillac is amazing! Top it off with shoe string fries and a brooklyn lager or 2 or 3. Sooo goood! Service is friendly and prompt! Atmosphere is relaxed.
WillMcDOctober 23, 2012The beer comes in mid size mugs and the burgers are incredible. Go with simply bun w/ a little extra. don't over do it. I love it here.
JenKuduMarch 8, 2013One of the the best Tom Collins I've ever had! The burger is really good, but not the best in NYC. Fried Mac and cheese is tasty.- Jon hoffmanJuly 7, 2014Get the cadillac burger. Medium rare. Take your first bite before defiling it with any condiments. You won't need them.
Susan RellaJanuary 25, 2012Great burgers, but amazing desserts. Warm apple cobbler is delicious, and I don't even like apple cobbler. Sweet cream cheesecake? God, yes. And always great service.- Gary JohnstonJuly 19, 2014Hasn't changed since I was here last time, which was over seven years ago. In my opinion that's no bad thing. Fantastic; a must visit.
Get the Cadillac Burger, named by Nat King Cole, because he called it the "Cadillac of burgers". He was right, it is one of the best burgers in NYC. Throw in some home fries and you'll be very happy.
The burgers are simple, but the meat is really delicious. Also, their size is reasonable, not huge. The fries are great!
MyerNovember 13, 2015Shepherd's pie is phenomenal. Wash it down with 3 pints of Guinness (at least). Preferably in the middle of the day.
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Since 1884 this venerable New York institution with its colorful history has entertained the famous, the infamous and everyone else who appreciate the ambiance & food of a real saloon. “The Cadillac of Burgers” tastes as good as ever, especially paired with your favorite pint.
Open until 4:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:30 AM–4:00 AM
(212) 317-1616
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Free
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