The National Bar & Dining Rooms

Tips

• Holy crap was this an awful experience. From the start to the bitter end, it was all bad. Starting with terrible service, it steadily snowballed into a heaping pile of shit. I don't recommend it.
  TJ | 2012-10-14 14:29:55
• Sit to the right, and ask for a banquette if you can manage one, then dont shy from ordering a hamburger after the octopus.
  The New York Times | 2011-05-10 15:36:59
• Classic food done with modern flair. Don't leave without having their burger topped high with gruyere cheese and accompanied by well crisped paprika laced fries.
  Examiner.com | 2011-02-03 17:35:08
• What a great experience! The short ribs are to die for and you must get the whiskey infused mousse for dessert! Great service and impeccable food!
  Angie | 2013-03-14 14:33:00
• Delicious & cozy....the chicken will melt in your mouth.
  Jenny | 2012-11-03 16:03:48
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  Jay | 2011-03-02 03:17:25
• Excellent grub spot. Ask for Ronnie, he is the best.
  Daryl | 2014-06-14 13:40:56
• The signature cocktail is the National Mule - a very well-made Moscow Mule variant. Once "elite", it appears they have trimmed a couple ingredients (not sure why) so I now consider them "very good".
  Moon | 2014-04-23 09:36:58
• Iced tea ice cubes!
  Meryl | 2013-07-28 09:15:19
• Very nice bar with an excellent service and delicious food! Come and enjoy!
  Daniela | 2013-01-27 12:52:12
• All of the dishes from celebrity Chef Geoffrey Zakarian are tempting, but you cant go wrong with the ugly burger: its got pickled japaleos, house pickles, and special sauce. Yum.
  Affinia Hotel Collection | 2012-08-20 12:46:21
• If you find yourself in this area, there is no better choice. Fantastic bistro food and vibe.
  HOBNOB Magazine | 2012-07-01 13:49:45
• Service was amazing and the food was better! I ordered flourless chocolate cake after overhearing another guest say it was the best dessert she's ever had. I could not agree with her more! Amazing!
  Jana | 2012-06-10 21:32:35
• The shortribs are to die for! The wine is really overpriced.
  Ron | 2012-02-09 20:33:14
• Don't get Elin as a server. Food is good!
  Elisa | 2011-12-17 23:01:37
• With credit to Sam Sifton, the burgers are baptized as "Ugly Burgers" .... Not the most photogenic but packs an incredible punch!
  Jay | 2011-07-21 18:10:22
• Breakfast is really good, so make sure you get here before 10:30.
  Shonali | 2011-05-28 10:15:45
• best spot in this part of town, mushroom gnocchi, skate, steak frites, Ntl Mule cocktail served in metal cup, see photos here: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=255062&id=765634189&l=9efa28e11d
  HOBNOB Magazine | 2011-02-21 11:34:21
• Biscuits and gravy (more like duck confit goodness) is beyond good. Throw in a spicy bloody and you will be a happy camper.
  Spencer | 2011-02-13 12:56:27
• Geoffrey Zakarian's newest offers a comfortable, yet chic atmosphere with modern bistro cuisine here. The Lamb Shank is prepared with Farro, Butternut Squash, Cranberry that is elegant and tasty.
  Bullfrog & Baum | 2011-01-24 19:55:25