Chef Laurent Tourondel is a native of Auvergne, France, renowned for his innovative culinary concepts and his ability to create successful restaurant brands, notably the BLT Restaurants. He is recognized as a...
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Last updated: 7/20/2026, 5:20:05 AM
Key Information
BLT Prime is an upscale American steakhouse located in the Upper East Side of Manhattan. It offers a blend of bistro ambiance with contemporary steakhouse fare, known for its warm, grand vaulted space, romantic lighting, and comfortable curved booths. The restaurant also features a nice bar with inventive cocktails, providing a sophisticated dining experience.
Customers frequently praise the cozy and beautiful atmosphere, the delicious complimentary popovers, and the high-quality, expertly prepared steaks, particularly the filet mignons. Desserts like the chocolate fudge cake and chocolate lava cake also receive high marks. Service is often highlighted as excellent, with specific staff members receiving commendations for their friendliness, knowledge, and attentiveness. However, some reviews mention issues with over-salting of dishes and perceived mislabeling of menu items, such as the 'Lobster Pot Pie' being more akin to a soup. The restaurant is considered expensive, with 'big league prices' and some feedback on substitution charges.
Additional Details
BLT Prime is part of the BLT Restaurants group, which includes BLT Steak and BLT Prime locations across the US and internationally. The New York location participates in events like NYC Restaurant Week, offering special prix fixe menus.
The restaurant is open for dinner daily from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm. It is an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or a special occasion. They also participate in events like NYC Restaurant Week.
5
such a cozy and beautiful atmosphere nestled into the upper east side. popovers were crazy and so delicious. hard to pick a favorite dish!!! thought it would be the salmon but the chocolate fudge cake at the end was spectacular. cannot wait to go back!!
Nearly everything was oversalted especially our side of mushrooms, and the "Lobster Pot Pie" that I ordered was, in fact, just lobster soup with a bread puff placed on top.
This is not a matter of semantics but rather one of false advertising. Grossly mislabeling a menu item is simply unacceptable given the cost of this place. I ordered a lobster pot pie expecting an oven baked pastry filled with lobster, vegetables and gravy. What I was served was not a pastry, but rather a stovetop prepared lobster soup or chowder with a bread puff placed on top. The difference in cooking method means a lot when it comes to flavor and texture, and I would not have splurged on "lobster soup with bread puff". Service was solid and our wobbly table was quickly fixed without our bringing it up, but you come to a place like this for the food and they are charging big league prices($280 for 2 before tip, just one cocktail and two bottles of Saratoga water) so this venue gets two stars for the false advertising and oversalting.
Really great experience here. Lauren took care of us and was honestly a huge part of why the night was so enjoyable. Super personable, easy to talk to, and just made us feel really comfortable the whole time. My daughter loved her and keeps asking when we’re going back to see her again .You can tell when someone genuinely enjoys what they do, and it really made the experience stand out. Definitely looking forward to coming back.
Only small feedback would be that the substitution charges for pretty much any change were a little annoying.
Went here a few days ago. I am always impressed. Beautiful ambiance, amazing delicious porterhouse steak which was enough for 2 and then some! Mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, and cesar salad were phenomenal. Old fashion/drinks were extremely well crafted.
The entire staff is very friendly, kind, efficient, and knowledgeable.
I've come here a few times before and will be back when I'm in the area. 10 outta 10! Will get filet mignon next! Had it last time and it was perfect.
Very very nice place where to have a good steak. Warm and welcoming environment, great staff. We started with their appetizer a pan brioche with butter, delicious, then we had a New York Strip, cream spinach, potato skins and mashed potatoes. I was expecting the meet softer but very good over all. Prices aligned with Manhattan.
If you are around try it for sure.
