# Benoit New York

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- Cuisine: French
- Neighborhood: Midtown West (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/midtown-west)
- Space: Private Room
- Price range: $$$$
- Typical spend: $100+ per person
- Google rating: 4.3 (1,220 reviews)
- Address: 60 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019, USA
- Phone: (646) 943-7373
- Website: http://www.benoitny.com/
- Hours: daily from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM
- Reservations: Takes reservations
- Good for groups: Yes
- Wheelchair access: Accessible entrance
- Data updated: 2026-09-20

Benoit New York transforms group gatherings into intimate Parisian affairs within their elegant private dining room, where classic French bistro dishes like coq au vin and bouillabaisse become the centerpiece of memorable celebrations. The warm, wood-paneled space captures the convivial spirit of a Left Bank brasserie while offering the privacy your group needs to truly savor both the exceptional cuisine and each other's company. Located steps from Central Park and Broadway theaters, this Midtown West gem delivers the kind of authentic French hospitality that turns business dinners into genuine occasions and special celebrations into unforgettable experiences.

## Group dining, from guest reviews

Groups of 6 to 15 book the upstairs private room or main dining room for birthdays, wine dinners and celebrations.

- There is a private room upstairs used for birthday parties, and reviewers refer to private dining rooms generally.
- Reported group sizes range from 6 to 15, including a recurring wine dinner of 10 to 12 people.
- Groups order a la carte and share courses; one wine group brought 24 to 30 bottles and worked closely with the sommelier.
- Prix fixe formats appear at holidays, with a Thanksgiving menu cited at 95 dollars per person.

What works: Attentive but unobtrusive service for a party of 15; Sommelier works closely with groups on wine; Private room upstairs suits birthday parties; Desserts, especially profiteroles, praised by groups.

Watch out for: Dining room gets very loud when full; One large group found dishes uneven and felt rushed out; Upselling of wine and liquor reported by several tables.

Distilled from 33 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20.

## Questions

**Does Benoit New York have a private dining room?**

Yes. Benoit New York offers a private dining room for groups in Midtown West. Contact the restaurant for capacity and availability.

**How much does it cost to book a private event at Benoit New York?**

Guests at Benoit New York 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 Benoit New York for the current minimum and deposit terms.

**When is Benoit New York open?**

Benoit New York is open daily from 11:30 AM to 9:30 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 Benoit New York?**

Benoit New York is a $$$$ French restaurant in Midtown West, New York City, rated 4.3 stars across 1,220 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Alain Ducasse's upscale French bistro, modeled after the Paris original, serves up classic fare. It has a wheelchair accessible entrance.

**What do guests say about group dining at Benoit New York?**

Groups of 6 to 15 book the upstairs private room or main dining room for birthdays, wine dinners and celebrations. There is a private room upstairs used for birthday parties, and reviewers refer to private dining rooms generally. Reported group sizes range from 6 to 15, including a recurring wine dinner of 10 to 12 people. Groups order a la carte and share courses; one wine group brought 24 to 30 bottles and worked closely with the sommelier. Prix fixe formats appear at holidays, with a Thanksgiving menu cited at 95 dollars per person. Reviewers praise: attentive but unobtrusive service for a party of 15; sommelier works closely with groups on wine; private room upstairs suits birthday parties; desserts, especially profiteroles, praised by groups. Watch for: dining room gets very loud when full; one large group found dishes uneven and felt rushed out; upselling of wine and liquor reported by several tables. Based on 33 Google reviews of Benoit New York that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.
