Manhattan Steak and Comfort Food for Friends

4.0 (965)

Mon – Sun, Open 24 hours

1633 2nd Ave

Burgers and wings anchor a diner meal on the Upper East Side, with outdoor seating and hours around the clock. Confirm add on charges before ordering. Some diners report cleanliness concerns.

4.7 (43)

Mon – Thu, 10:00 – 21:30; Fri, 10:00 – 21:00

642 Lexington Ave

Cooked to order steak with house made red wine sauce anchors this Lexington Avenue counter. Seating is limited to a counter and a few small tables, and portions and meat consistency can vary.

4.4 (242)

Mon – Fri, 11:00 – 14:00, 17:00 – 02:30 (+1); Sat, 11:30 – 02:30 (+1); Sun, 11:30 – 23:00

43 West 54th Street

Korean plates and private event options make this Midtown restaurant a choice for gathering with friends. The kitchen serves bulgogi near MoMA, with dinner service running late from Monday through Saturday. Confirm arrangements for a larger party.

4.8 (1,727)

Mon – Sat, 10:00 – 23:00; Sun, 11:00 – 23:00

975 8th Ave Ground floor

Thin, crispy New York slices define this Midtown counter. There are no seats, only shallow wall counters for standing. Plan a brief stop with friends rather than a seated dinner.