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Keens Steakhouse

4.6(9,838)
Steak House

About

Keens Steakhouse is a historic New York institution dating back to 1885, known for its clubby, wood-paneled rooms and a ceiling adorned with 90,000 clay pipes. The venue’s signature offering is the enormous 26-ounce mutton chop, alongside perfectly cooked prime steaks that embody classic steakhouse tradition.

Ideal for business dinners, Keens combines a rich sense of history with a robust menu featuring tender filet mignon, Dover sole, and well-seasoned sides. Its lively bar serves an extraordinary selection of scotch and house ale, making it a distinctive spot for client entertaining or team gatherings in a memorable setting.

Best for

  • Classic client dinners with historic ambiance
  • Executive team dinners & celebratory meals
  • Intimate group dining with standout steaks

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Wood-paneled rooms filled with theatrical history
Historic Ambiance
Wood-paneled rooms filled with theatrical history
Keens is the last remnant of the Herald Square Theatre District, with a maze of clubby, wood-paneled rooms once frequented by actors, producers, and playwrights. The ceiling’s 90,000 clay pipes add a distinctive vintage character to the setting.
Enormous prime steaks and legendary mutton chops
Signature Dishes
Enormous prime steaks and legendary mutton chops
Known for perfectly cooked Prime Porterhouse, T-Bone, and New York Sirloin steaks, alongside a 26-ounce mutton chop that’s nearly two inches thick. These dishes are central to Keens’ identity and consistently praised for flavor and tenderness.
Outdoor seating available for events
Outdoor Seating
Outdoor seating available for events
Offers outdoor seating that provides an alternative setting for groups, adding flexibility for business events in a historic steakhouse environment.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 9,838 reviews