P.J. Clarke's

"The original outpost of the reliable bar with a signature, standout burger is housed in Midtown East. It’s one of the city’s finest patties; in fact, the cheeseburger at P.J. Clarke’s was once dubbed the “Cadillac of burgers” by Nat King Cole circa the 1950s. The best seats are at the bar, a prime spot to order a half-dozen raw oysters or clams to pair with an ice cold martini." - Melissa McCart

"A historic Midtown East institution serving classic burgers with dill pickle and sea salt fries."

"After the Thanksgiving Day parade, P.J. Clarke’s will feature Plymouth Rock oysters Rockefeller, prime rib, sweet potato gratin, cornbread chestnut, and sweet fennel sausage stuffing. And yes, there will be turkey with relish. It’s a $65 prix-fixe menu for adults and $45 for kids. There will be a la carte options available, too: burgers, cheesesteak egg rolls, and Maine lobster Cobb salad." - Beth Landman

"Though it’s now expanded into a chain of pubs, the original P.J. Clarke’s has stood on Third Avenue since 1884. This is the one with the ancient mahogany bar, the old jukebox, and the taxidermied dog at the bar. Over the years it has attracted regulars like Jackie Kennedy and Frank Sinatra, and the bacon cheeseburger is called the “Cadillac” because that’s how Nat King Cole once described it." - Eater Staff

"A old-school NYC spot for its raw bar, classic cocktails and burgers, once dubbed the “Cadillac of burgers” by Nat King Cole circa the 1950s. If need be, there’s Sidecar, the private dining area next door." - Eater Staff, Beth Landman