53

What groups say

Groups of 6 or more come for birthdays, celebrations and work dinners, sharing dishes across the large lower-level dining room.

• Reviewers describe a smaller, quieter upstairs dining lounge and bar, plus a larger basement dining room with its own bar.
• Group parties report sizes of 6 to 8 and a party of 7, ordering shareable dishes rather than a set menu.
• One large-party host says the team handled reservation notes and special requests through advance communication.
• Price signals are high: one reviewer cites over 150 dollars per person and an 88 dollar lobster rice.

Drawn from 58 Google reviews of 53 that mention a group, a private room or a celebration, read September 2026. The reviews below describe a group visit, private rooms and larger events first, with the critical ones kept in.

• large party celebration

  Excellent dinner experience on for a large party / celebration. Communication prior to, and throughout, the dinner was positive and effective. Bar and serving staff paid attention to all reservation notes and special details to provide a thorough and thoughtful experience for the entire group's celebratory night.

• large group dinner

  Great food, staff did a wonderful job serving our large group. Everyone was able to find multiple shareable dishes they could enjoy.

• colleague group dinner, party of 7

  Great food, horrible service. We were a party of 7. 5 arrived earlier. About 10 minutes later, I walk in with my colleague, we walk towards the hostess, say hello to the hostess while hostess is looking at the party of two who walked after us, greets them, gives them a big smile, refers to them by their last name, then tells us to step aside, the other party taken in. Then she attends us. Food service is another story. Each plate come about 3-4 minutes a part, mine was 2nd, probably 10 minutes past since I received mine but haven’t started eating, waiting for everyone to be served. Waiter asks how is everything, whether I like my dish, taste, etc but I tell him I haven’t started yet. I kid you not, I waited over 20 minutes before started eating. Of course they cannot get the plates right either. They give his to her, hers to him, out of party of 7, they only got mine right. Yeah at this point, the rice is as cold, main dish was cold, but still very delicious. Food is great. Service is another story.

• group birthday dinner

  Dinner in October review If we ever choose to come back, we will dine for lunch, no more dinner. We had a very nice lunch in terms of service and food in July, so I decided to have my group birthday dinner at 53 in October. It was a disaster: we ordered drinks first, we all saw our drinks were already made, sitting on a tray, but no one would bring to our table, we waited at least 30mins; my best friend ordered a pot of green tea, she waited more than 40mins! Ordered crispy squid, but received crispy wonton; ordered cereal shrimp, never came to our table. I can tell at dinner time, the restaurant got very busy; so I didn’t give a bad Resy review. But I learned that come to 53 for lunch, more focused service, orders will be recapped so no mistakes. Lunch in July review: Best lunch we ever had. The restaurant is clean, refreshing, airy, extremely pretty and yummy with superb service. Now food: salmon carpaccio is very very tasty, that sesame oil wow; duck pie tee, we can have tons of them; black cod clay pot, my husband can’t stop saying how much he loved it! Great drinks. Had a wonderful chat with Emily. Can’t wait to be back for dinner with friends.

• group dinner, party of 6

  Thoroughly enjoy this place, really good atmosphere and delicious food. They have an upstairs dining in bar area, but the basement is even larger and has its own dedicated bar. Customer service was pretty good, although not perfect, but that was mainly due to our waiter specifically seeming to be distracted. Otherwise very positive experience for a group of six, highly recommend.

Good to know

Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Does 53 have a private dining room?

Yes. 53 offers a private dining room for groups in Midtown West. PDR on lower level; The Dome semi-private with dedicated bar; BA53MENT speakeasy 32 seats.

How much does it cost to book a private event at 53?

Guests at 53 typically spend $100+ per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room or group booking is usually priced on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure rather than a flat room fee. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact 53 for the current minimum and deposit terms.

When is 53 open?

53 is open Monday to Friday 11:45 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM, Saturday 5:00 to 10:00 PM, and Sunday 12:00 to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 10:00 PM, serving brunch, lunch and dinner. The restaurant takes reservations for regular tables. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.

What kind of restaurant is 53?

53 is a $$$$ Pan-Asian restaurant in Midtown West, New York City, rated 4.3 stars across 803 Google reviews. It has a wheelchair accessible entrance.

What do guests say about group dining at 53?

Groups of 6 or more come for birthdays, celebrations and work dinners, sharing dishes across the large lower-level dining room. Reviewers describe a smaller, quieter upstairs dining lounge and bar, plus a larger basement dining room with its own bar. Group parties report sizes of 6 to 8 and a party of 7, ordering shareable dishes rather than a set menu. One large-party host says the team handled reservation notes and special requests through advance communication. Price signals are high: one reviewer cites over 150 dollars per person and an 88 dollar lobster rice. Reviewers praise: staff handled a large group well with many shareable dishes; advance communication and reservation notes followed for a big celebration; striking space, large lower-level room with dedicated bar; birthday extras like complimentary dessert and champagne mentioned often. Watch for: uneven pacing for larger tables; dishes arriving cold or misdelivered; host stand and seating waits reported even with reservations; high price point; some group meals felt underwhelming for the cost. Based on 58 Google reviews of 53 that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.

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