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The Stand, New York, NY

The Stand

4.2
4.2
327 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Stand welcomes its guests with their new and exciting presentation of northern Italian taverna fare. Flavors explode with a mix of chef driven small and large composed plates, homemade pastas, Brick Oven specialties and NY Style Pizzas. The beverages include crafted cocktails, a deep list of draft selections and stylistic wine selections along with one of the largest whiskey selection in NYC. Come for the Food and stay for the Comedy, a double dose of entertainment and hospitality.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Comfort Food, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 677-2600
  • Website
    http://www.thestandnyc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We're a bi-level restaurant, bar and comedy club. Our space can be utilized for events that are both social and corporate, with private and semi-private options available. Whether it's a birthday bash, business meeting, or office holiday party, we'll create a unique and enjoyable experience.
  • Location
    116 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003
  • Neighbourhood
    Gramercy Park
  • Cross Street
    20th Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    6 train to 23rd and Park or 18th and park. Or 4,5,N,Q,R,F,M trains to Union Square.
  • Entertainment
    Two level restaurant with a comedy club downstairs 7 nights a week and multiple shows starting at 7pm to 2am.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Steak & Unlimited Frites, With Show Ticket

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Wed - 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    Available Sunday-Wednesday, Join Us At The Stand For Steak & Frites With Unlimited Fries, Complete With A Complimentary Show Ticket For $50, Pending Availability.

    Steak & Unlimited Frites, With Show Ticket photo

Menu

Mare

  • Oysters

    sherry mignonette, lemon

    • 1/2 DozUS$18.00
    • 1 DozUS$30.00

  • Littleneck Clams

    cocktail sauce, lemon

    • 1/2 DozUS$12.00
    • 1 DozUS$20.00

  • Shrimp CocktailUS$21.00

    cocktail sauce, remoulade, lemon

    • Salmon Belly TartarUS$22.00

      first press olive oil, meyer lemon, champagne vinegar, focaccia

      • Seafood TowerUS$95.00

        shrimp cocktail, clams, salmon tartar, oysters, mussels

        Small

        • Brick Oven 'ShroomsUS$18.00

          Maitake, herbed breadcrumbs, peperoncino

          • Hot Shellfish PlatterUS$21.00

            clams oreganata, fried oysters, shrimp scampi, arrabbiata sauce

            • RicottaUS$15.00

              olio fresco, chiles, cracked black pepper, grilled sourdough

              • CaesarUS$18.00

                romaine hearts, pulled sourdough, white anchovy, parmesan, lemon

                • Brick Oven OctopusUS$24.00

                  pebble potatoes, salsa verde, celery root purée

                  • PolpetteUS$18.00

                    beef/pork/veal meatballs, marinara, Calabrian chiles, ricotta, Parmesan

                    Pasta

                    • Vodka Fra DiavolaUS$28.00

                      spiced vodka sauce , shrimp, crushed confit cherry tomatoes

                      Large

                      • NY Strip Steak TagliataUS$36.00

                        arugula, mostocotto, olio fresco, parmesan

                        • Rotisserie Herb Chicken

                          green sauce, served with drip potatoes

                          • HalfUS$24.00
                          • WholeUS$45.00

                        • Salmon SteakUS$28.00

                          pistachio gremolata, citrus soubise

                          • The Stand BurgerUS$24.00

                            8 oz dry aged blend, onion jam, taleggio whiz, brioche, steak fries

                            • Tomahawk Steak for TwoUS$145.00

                              herb-marrow butter, sauce rossini

                              Contorni

                              $12

                              • Broccoli Rabe

                                roasted garlic , extra virgin olive oil

                                • Crispy Polenta

                                  honey aioli, parmesan

                                  • Crispy Brussel Sprouts

                                    lemon zest and herbs

                                    • Hand Cut Fries

                                      garlic aioli

                                      The Pizze

                                      • The D.O.C. MargaritaUS$24.00

                                        tomato sauce, basil, fresh mozzarella

                                        • Sweet Spicy PepperoniUS$25.00

                                          tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, Mike's hot honey, pickled Calabrian chiles

                                          • Alba White TruffleUS$27.00

                                            fresh mozzarella, farmers market mushrooms, white truffle oil

                                            • PestoUS$25.00

                                              fresh pressed basil pesto sauce, fresh burrata, shaved fresh garlic, cherry tomato

                                              • Bianchini FarmUS$28.00

                                                fresh burrata, arugula, prosciutto, balsamic glaze

                                                Last updated: February 21, 2025

                                                What 327 people are saying

                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                4.2
                                                4.2 based on recent ratings
                                                • 4.4Food
                                                • 4.2Service
                                                • 4.3Ambience
                                                • 3.9Value

                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                Review summary

                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                The Stand offers a delightful experience with "great food and comedy." Guests love the "delicious bone marrow appetizer" and "prosciutto wrapped Mahi Mahi." The staff is "welcoming and accommodating," creating a warm atmosphere. Despite minor service setbacks, the overall experience is often praised as "highly recommended" and "fun."

                                                327 Reviews

                                                1. Tiffany

                                                  New York City

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Everything about this restaurant was great. I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and he loved it. The drinks were great,food was great and the waiter was lovely.We will definitely be going back .

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                                                2. Sheila

                                                  New York City

                                                  15 reviews

                                                  2.0

                                                  15 reviews

                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 2
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 2
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Bought the bottomless brunch option on pulsd. Debate with the staff about whether or not Prosecco was included as an option, when the deal clearly stated that it was went on waaaay too long for my taste. Watered-down pre-mixed mimosas were straight up OJ. Servers were nice enough and food was good. Not my 1st time there but probably won't return

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                                                3. julia

                                                  Chicago

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Great food and great show! Good comedy and pasta

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                                                4. Dan

                                                  VIP

                                                  New York City

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined on February 16, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                  Pretty good. Would be back. Great espresso martinis

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                                                5. Leonard

                                                  New York City

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 3
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  Besides them giving me the wrong check which if I didn’t look at it before I left would have been over charged.

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                                                6. Ryan

                                                  New York City

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  3.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined on February 15, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 2
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  I have never been to the Stand. I will say it wasn't super clear on how to book the show and dinner. I tried to call several times thru the week, but no answer. So I booked the show and dinner separately. I will say having the dinner afterwards made it less 'rushed'. The service was not great. There was 1 waiter that was taking orders and closing out tabs for like 20 tables. Even though he was friendly, he was just overwhelmed. We enjoyed the food and overall had a good time.

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                                                7. Philip

                                                  New York City

                                                  5 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  5 reviews

                                                  Dined on February 9, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 4
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  Food was good and the atmosphere was nice. Alcoholic drinks were small and pricey.

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                                                8. John

                                                  VIP

                                                  New York City

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  6 reviews

                                                  Dined on February 5, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  Stopped in for dinner before a concert at Irving Plaza - who knew a comedy club could have such amazing food! Staff was great, place is beautiful, bone marrow appetizer was delicious, so was the prosciutto wrapped Mahi Mahi. Will definitely be back. If the comedy is half as good as the food I'll probably wet myself from laughing LOL Highly recommended

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                                                9. Bianca

                                                  VIP

                                                  Dallas

                                                  1 review

                                                  1.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on February 1, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 1
                                                  2. Food 1
                                                  3. Service 1
                                                  4. Ambience 1
                                                  One of the worst experiences. Was charged for several items we didn’t order or receive. When I told the manager she said she would “educate me” on a minimum no one told us about.

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                                                10. Robert

                                                  New York City

                                                  10 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  10 reviews

                                                  Dined on January 22, 2025

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Had a great experience during Restaurant week. Food was great, staff was very welcoming and accommodating- made us feel at home. We also made one of the stand up comedy sessions which was hilarious and at a very reasonable price! Will definitely come back and bring more friends.

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                                                FAQs

                                                The Stand offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 677-2600.

                                                The Stand is rated 4.2 stars by 327 OpenTable diners.

                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                Make a reservation

                                                2 people
                                                7:00 p.m.
                                                Booked 7 times today

                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                Google Map for The Stand

                                                116 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003

                                                Additional information

                                                • Cross Street
                                                  20th Street
                                                • Neighbourhood
                                                  Gramercy Park
                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                  Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–11:00 pm
                                                • Price
                                                  $30 and under
                                                • Cuisines
                                                  Italian, Comfort Food, Gastro Pub
                                                • Dining style
                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                • Dress code
                                                  Smart Casual
                                                • Parking details
                                                  Street Parking
                                                • Public transit
                                                  6 train to 23rd and Park or 18th and park. Or 4,5,N,Q,R,F,M trains to Union Square.
                                                • Payment Options
                                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                • Entertainment
                                                  Two level restaurant with a comedy club downstairs 7 nights a week and multiple shows starting at 7pm to 2am.
                                                • Additional
                                                  Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                • Website
                                                  http://www.thestandnyc.com/
                                                • Phone number
                                                  (212) 677-2600
                                                • Private party facilities
                                                  We're a bi-level restaurant, bar and comedy club. Our space can be utilized for events that are both social and corporate, with private and semi-private options available. Whether it's a birthday bash, business meeting, or office holiday party, we'll create a unique and enjoyable experience.
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