WE WERE OLD BEFORE IT WAS COOL
AND WE WERE COOL BEFORE YOU WERE BORN
We could talk for hours about P.J. Clarke’s being a New York institution. Our star-studded cast of diners, like Frank Sinatra and Jackie Onassis. The fact that we have been here since 1884, our four locations across Manhattan neighborhoods: The Hudson, Manhattan West, the Upper West Side, and the Upper East Side.
For now, that’s beside the point. The point is to grab yourself a stool at the bar or a seat at a table, order a classic cocktail or a glass of bubbles. Get something off our menu from the raw bar, like a platter of oysters, and add one of our classic burgers if you want. Enjoy what New Yorkers have been doing for a very long time: good food and drinks that go down as easily as the old-fashioned conversations do.
New Yorkers created the modern raw bar, and P.J. Clarke’s has perfected the art of providing our customers with fresh-off-the-dock oysters for over a century. Our chefs serve the freshest and finest oysters and clams in any city, not just the Big Apple.
The Original
Was Too Good Not To Make More
FAQ
What is P.J. Clarke's known for?
P.J. Clarke’s is a New York City institution known for its Cadillac Burger, fresh oyster bar, and classic American bar food served in a historic setting. The original location has been on Third Avenue since 1884, making it one of the oldest continuously operating bars and restaurants in New York City.
Where is P.J. Clarke's located in NYC?
P.J. Clarke’s has multiple New York City locations: the original flagship at 915 Third Avenue (Upper East Side), Lincoln Square on the Upper West Side, On the Hudson in New York City, and the newest location at Manhattan West (424 West 33rd Street), now open.
Where is P.J. Clarke's located in DC?
P.J Clarke’s is located at 1600 K Street NW in Washington DC.
Where is P.J. Clarke's located in Philadelphia?
P.J Clarke’s is located At The Curtis in Philly, at 601 Walnut Street.
Does P.J. Clarke's take reservations?
Yes. P.J. Clarke’s accepts reservations online. Walk-ins are also welcome. The bar is always first-come, first-served.
Does P.J. Clarke's have a private dining room?
Does PJ Clarke’s have a Raw bar and Oysters?
Yes! P.J Clarke’s has a Raw Bar specifically tailored to have the freshest oysters available.
What is the Cadillac Burger?
The Cadillac Burger is P.J. Clarke’s signature dish — a classic American burger that has been on the menu for decades. It has been served to presidents, celebrities, and New Yorkers since the restaurant’s early years on Third Avenue.