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The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, New York, NY

The Whitby Bar and Restaurant

4.7
4.7
1391 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 112 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Thank you for choosing The Whitby Bar & Restaurant, We look forward to welcoming you.

Live Jazz at the Whitby Bar is returning every Friday night from 6pm to 9pm. Enjoy classic Negroni cocktails as you listen to live jazz music from The Sam Taylor Trio.

For our Afternoon Tea service, please book via Open Table through the EXPERIENCE option. To confirm your afternoon tea reservation, we require a credit card for our cancellation policy. Should you cancel within 24 hours of the booking, a $50/pp cancellation fee will incur.

The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, inside The Whitby Hotel located in the heart of upper Midtown, offers modern American food in a uniquely eclectic setting. Open daily for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, International, Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Afternoon Tea Mon–Fri 1:30 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Live Jazz Fri 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (646) 928-4207
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Paris
  • Private party facilities
    The Whitby Hotel has three individually designed private rooms which are flexible in format and are ideal for a wide range of events. There is also a state-of-the-art screening theater seating 130 people. To enquire about an event please email: events@thewhitbyhotel.com
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown West
  • Cross street
    56th street between 5th and 6th Avenue
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    N R W to 5th Ave/59th Street<br />F to 57th Street
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • The Macallan: A Culinary and Whisky Experience

    $200.00 per person

    Nov 18, 2024 - Dec 1, 2024
    Celebrate 200 Years of The Macallan: A Culinary and Whisky Experience From November 18 to December 1, 2024, The Whitby Bar and Restaurant honors The Macallan’s 200th anniversary with an exclusive prix fixe menu by Chef Anthony Paris. Priced at $200, the experience begins with a cocktail featuring The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Year paired with wild Scottish pheasant and foie gras terrine. The main course highlights quail with pancetta and savoy cabbage, complemented by The Macallan Sherry Oak 18 Year. For a $400 supplement, enjoy sticky toffee pudding with a glass of The Macallan Sherry Oak 25 Year. Celebrate two centuries of excellence with this unforgettable culinary journey”.
    The Macallan: A Culinary and Whisky Experience Photo
  • Festive Afternoon Tea at The Whitby Hotel

    $75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at The Whitby Bar for a delicious Afternoon Tea served in the colorful restaurant or the elegant Orangery. Served on Kit Kemp's beautiful Sailor's Farewell Wedgwood china, enjoy delectable finger sandwiches, including smoked salmon mousse, Egg salad & Truffles, selection of mouthwatering cakes and homemade scones with clotted cream and preserves. $75 per person or $95 including a glass of Joseph Perrier. Afternoon Tea service reservations are booked through the experience. We ask you to cancel your reservation by 10pm the day prior. We have a 5 minute grace period in case you are running late. Please call 646-928-4207 If you have any allergies or dietary restrictions. Special requests must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance.
    Festive Afternoon Tea at The Whitby Hotel Photo
  • Thanksgiving Day Menu

    $165.00 per person

    Nov 28, 2024 only
    Enjoy a Thanksgiving menu showcasing rich flavours. Sample House made magret duck sausage with red cabbage and black Périgord truffle and Roast heritage free range black turkey with porcini-chestnut stuffing and potato purée. Expect tempting desserts including Caramelized pumpkin flan with Chantilly cream and candied pepitas and Pear frangipane tart with ginger ice cream. The price does not include tax or a 20% gratuity.
    Thanksgiving Day Menu Photo

What 1,391 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Whitby Bar and Restaurant offers a delightful experience with "excellent food and service" and an "inviting atmosphere." Known for its elegant afternoon tea, guests appreciate the "wonderful ambience" and "delicious scones." Live jazz nights add charm, though a few noted inconsistent service. Overall, a vibrant midtown gem.

1,391 Reviews
  1. Caroline

    London

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the second time I've visited New York City at holiday time in recent years and have made an effort to have afternoon tea at the Whitby. It's a classy relaxed place with a special touch at holiday time

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  2. YUJI

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good assistance of the guy, thank you very much. We could make it for the flight.

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  3. Dylan

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the Whitby every single time. The ambience, the smell. all of it!

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  4. James

    New York City

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite go to places. And the team is delightful .

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  5. Sue

    Washington DC

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved everything about the restaurant and the hotel!

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  6. Elisabeth

    New York City

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food has really gone downhill. Used to love this place

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining at The Whitby is always an exceptional experience!

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  8. Patricia

    New York City

    31 reviews

    2.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Pretty space but the best thing about our food was the crockery it was served on. The bread used for the tea sandwiches was either stale or wet and mushy. And the savory fillings were odd combinations (anchovies and pimento?) or so bland as to be tasteless. At its best a proper English high tea is an art form of delicate, flavorful tidbits beautifully presented. At lease they got good marks for presentation. The rest of a pantomime of bad food and cold tea. Go to the Peninsula around the corner instead where they know how to do it properly.

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  9. Candace

    Cancun

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing!!! The afternoon tea was delicious. Our waiter was amazing and helpful. Beautiful place.

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  10. rob

    New York City

    30 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    A visual delight and very good food…. Which is why we again returned to the wonders of Kit Kemp…BUT I did not appreciate upon arrival being told I would have to vacate the table in 2 hours, and then being told a second time during the meal! After our brunch plates were cleared…I HAD TO CALL THE WAITER OVER AFTER 20 minutes of being ignored to get coffee and dessert.. if the maitre d’ is going to threaten you with “eviction” upon arrival then the wait staff should be more attentive.

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FAQs

The Whitby Bar and Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1391 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 112 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Whitby Bar and Restaurant

18 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019

Additional information

  • Cross street
    56th street between 5th and 6th Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Midtown West
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Afternoon Tea Mon–Fri 1:30 pm–5:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Live Jazz Fri 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, International, Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    N R W to 5th Ave/59th StreetF to 57th Street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Anthony Paris
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (646) 928-4207
  • Private party facilities
    The Whitby Hotel has three individually designed private rooms which are flexible in format and are ideal for a wide range of events. There is also a state-of-the-art screening theater seating 130 people. To enquire about an event please email: events@thewhitbyhotel.com
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