P.J. Clarke's

P.J. Clarke’s Lincoln Square sits next to one of New York City’s cultural meccas – Lincoln Center – and draws a vibrant mix of performers, stage hands, musicians, and locals. Step inside and you are likely to be sharing the bar with some of the same people that you just watched on stage.

8 / 10
987
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  • Phone

    (212) 957-9700

  • Website

    pjclarkes.com

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  • Type

    Burger Joint

Address

44 W 63rd St (at Columbus Ave) New York , NY 10023 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Music Yes
Dining Options Bar Service, Take-out, Delivery
Parking Street
Restroom Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour, Bar Snacks
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails, BYO

Comments / 182


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Andrew Couldwell

Really excellent burger and fries , one of the best I’ve had!! P.S. Ask if you can go downstairs, there’s loads more seats down there, despite the hostess (upstairs) saying there was a wait.

Nicole

They changed the mac and cheese ! Now with green onions and bread crumbs . Still good, but it's no peas 'n bacon mac 'n cheese . Cadillac Burger is perfectly cooked and has a hint of sweetness. Get it.

Paige C

Lovely staff . Took no time to grab a table during Fashion Week. The mac & cheese with peas and bacon is honestly incredible. Order it!

Huaisi Cen

I love their burger ! And the location is very accessible to all the neighborhood , it also have a fantastic view of Lincoln Square at night.

Eugene Troynov

Cool authentic place which gets you in Great Gatsby movie ! Bartenders and waiters are mature aristocratic professionals. Good choose of beer .

Mariana Pantalena

Had the best blue burger yet. The apple pie can be divided by two people and it's extremely hot. So I recommend an ice scoop of vanilla ice cream to cool it off.

Garrison Price

Beers on draft ! Sit at the raw bar and order oysters ! They make tatter tots in house that are great. Perfect meet up spot when in Lincoln square.

Lily

One of the best burgers on the island . Bonus points: they cook their meat on the rare side. For sides, get the spinach , brussels, or Mac and cheese .

Chris Thurber

Had lunch with my brother and sister here the other day. Food can take some time to come out as it's generally packed, but their burgers never disappoint. You can't leave a bite untouched here.

Deon D

The passion fruit creme brûlée was everything and the wagyu burger with cheese and bacon was great. There's a slice of onion under under the burger .

Thaís Soares

A bit pricey and my burger was lacking salt, but it was still really good. Meat was perfect. The atmosphere is nice and service is fast.

Alexandria Perry

I work across the street and come here often. The bartenders always take care of me! Some of the best bartenders I've seen in the city ! John is my man!

Monica Cullen

They had a mango , mint and feta salad tossed in sea salt and olive oil--such a good combination. The service is also very quick!

Paddy

Excellent burger in this old school American bar . Lincoln Center location is more modern/upscale than the original but quality is on par.

Ryan Scott Tandy

Wonderful winter spot in Lincoln Center, gets busy during shows/events. The Cadillac burger is awesome!

Kev Skinny

A true classic. Get the cheeseburger . Add lettuce tomato caramelized onion and bernaise sauce . You can thank me later.

Aneilia McDermott

Hidden bar in downstairs is great pre Lincoln center show. Ketchup is awesome here... Don't ask just try.

Tony Xerri

I'm not going to complain about the service, I'm complaining about the bad reviews. Service is spot on, food is amazing, and if it's too expensive you can get a circus animal grade burger at MdD's.

The Corcoran Group

Great place for a pre or post performance cocktail served by an old-school bartender (although it gets really crowded ), but we’d suggest going somewhere else to eat.

Allie P

The BLTE is delicious. A bacon cheeseburger topped with a fried egg ! Parmesan tater tots are a must, as well !

Alicia

If you aren't in a burger mood (especially if you're really hungry, b/c they are quite small) try the chicken pot pie ...one of the best in the city .

Alec M

They have ranch for the Mac and cheese squares that can be implemented for a variety of improvised non-Mac and cheese square uses (read: FRIES).

Amanda Tarver

Such a price gouge because it's close to the Met: but the servers and bartenders are excellent, best in the city .

Nicole

Thursday's Blackboard Special of glazed beef short ribs (bbq-y) with a mac and cheese square and kale : YUM.

Gregory Dominguez

BEST OYSTERS EVER: The Roast Oysters Rockefeller . Try it ;)

Fernanda Venancio

The best burger of NY. A must go!!

Chris Truehitt

Food good. Decent price for it. Ribs are amazing. So is the Mac and cheese . So is the bread pudding . Really. Try it. And our server was great. Thanks Talya for a great dinner

Pratik Pvd

Amazing place, a bit expensive but great food and atmosphere.. Mac and cheese was amazing

Larisa Grollemond

A little on the expensive side, but great fresh seafood and amazing burgers !

Lily

I'm shocked at the number of bad tips here. This is false. Yes, it gets crowded and the service can get overwhelmed, but that's par for the course with any famous NYC jaunt. Come on a quiet night.

Juan Munoz

Liked the cadillac burger , the mac and cheese . Bread pudding was also good

Lily

Classic burger . No frills. Worth braving a few tourists and a less bro-heavy ambiance than 3rd ave. bartenders downstairs are fabulous.

Garrison Price

Sit at the bar . The bartenders are prefect gentlemen. House-made tatter tots are awesome and the oyster shuckers are pros.

Diogo Pace

I truly saw nothing special in this joint. I've also been to the classic one on the East Side too, and the ones in my hometown (São Paulo). Overpriced and puzzling menu. The atmosphere is great tho.

Clare Hoffman

Oysters we're excellent! Bacon wrapped dates were scrumptious and shoestring onion rings da bomb. Too pricey though.

Jairo C

Try the turkey burger . It's the best in the history of turkey burgers ! Perfectly moist.

Hayley Jones

Tuna tartare tacos are unreal!! Kale and avocado salad is great too

George Maier

Beer , raw bar , and usually excellent bar tenders.

Jenn P

Of course burgers , but they have other really good options as well .

Karl With A "K"

Love this place. The bartenders are great (ask for Adam)! And the ambience is nice as well .

Julie Soscia

Classic spot around Lincoln Square. You may get a few celeb sightings, food is pretty standard.

Håkon Aune

Great draft beer , good bartenders . Especially Ryan at the bar .

James Sims

If you are seeing a show at Lincoln Center, try grabbing a burger here. And make room for the cobbler .

Samuel Turner

Best burger in the city , lobster rolls are incredible

Ivette Larralde Murrieta

Share Fresh oysters & Shrimp cocktail . Clam chowder is a must.

N Avedis

This particular location is better than than downtown. Drinks are nice!!

Trae F

I like the original much better, but the burgers are pretty good here too.

Jessica

Friday Special. Lobster Mac n cheese . Nuff said.

Seb M

Can't go wrong with the Cadillac medium rare

Sam Krasnik

Mini burgers are great. Appetizers are good

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