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A Culinary Destination
Dining
Waldorf Astoria New York has been at the forefront of New York dining for generations, with groundbreaking culinary inventions and truly exceptional hospitality. Today, the hotel has curated an exquisite offering of destination-worthy restaurants and culinary experiences by acclaimed chefs and top mixologists.
Lex Yard
Chef Michael Anthony's vibrant American brasserie celebrates seasonal food and local ingredients,offering breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails in a lively setting inspired by New York's enduring neighborhood dining culture.
Peacock Alley
Peacock Alley continues the legacy of the original promenade that connected the Waldorf and Astoria hotels, remaining as New York's quintessential place to see and be seen. Open throughout the day, it offers all-day dining, an award-winning cocktail program by Jeff Bell, and live music in the evening.
Yoshoku
An intimate Japanese dining experience inspired by a playful West-meets-East philosophy, where Chef Ry Nitzkowski brings a distinctly New York perspective to Western interpretations of Japanese cuisine. Offering includes an exceptional afternoon tea, an à la carte dinner menu, a chef-curated kaiseki tasting menu, and a rare Japanese whisky collection.
Meet The Chef
Chef Michael Anthony
As Chef Partner, Michael Anthony oversees Lex Yard, the hotel’s signature restaurant, guiding its culinary vision while delivering a dining experience defined by creativity, craftsmanship, and seasonality.
“I live a few blocks from here, so I’ve been watching — like everybody who lives in the city — what’s happening. And I was immediately intrigued.” – Chef Michael Anthony
Yoshoku Afternoon Tea
Yoshoku presents a Japanese afternoon tea that blends the hotel’s historic tea tradition with the modern spirit of Yoshoku cuisine. Rooted more in kaiseki than traditional high tea, the experience highlights balance and seasonality. Guests enjoy Japanese-inspired tea sandwiches, warm scones, and refined sweets, paired with loose-leaf teas from Brooklyn-based Kettl, sourced directly from revered growers throughout Japan.
Wed – Fri | 12:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Sat – Sun | 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
In-Room Dining
Culinary Delights to Your Door
Waldorf Astoria New York invented Room Service, and we continue to find ways to raise the bar. From sumptuous breakfast to delicious dinners to late night bites and treats en suite, our renowned in-room menu is always here to delight our guests. Available 24/7.
