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Gramercy Tavern
Danny Meyer's Flatiron restaurant, open since 1994, pairs a seasonal tasting-menu Dining Room with a more casual, wood-grill-led front Tavern.
At a glance
- Type
- Seasonal American
- Area
- Flatiron District, New York, United States
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Official site
- gramercytavern.com
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026
Good to know
- Tasting menus
- À la carte Tavern
- Bar
- Reservations
Why we recommend it
Gramercy Tavern opened in 1994, founded by restaurateur Danny Meyer with chef Tom Colicchio, and it has become a New York standard for warm, polished hospitality. There are two distinct experiences under one roof: the Dining Room serves seasonal tasting menus at lunch and dinner, while the front Tavern offers an à la carte menu centred on a wood-burning grill.
The Tavern is the more relaxed and more affordable option for a first visit, and both rooms can be booked through the website. Reserve the Dining Room ahead, particularly for evenings. The restaurant is on East 20th Street, a few minutes' walk from Union Square and the Flatiron Building.
Reviewed by Lifestylemetro · Details checked October 23, 2026
Gramercy Tavern FAQs
What is the difference between the Tavern and the Dining Room?
The Dining Room serves seasonal tasting menus; the Tavern serves an à la carte menu from its wood-burning grill in a more casual setting.
When did Gramercy Tavern open?
In 1994.