Dining at the hotel: Grand Salon, The Bar and Afternoon Tea explained
Grand Salon is Baccarat Hotel and Residences New York’s all-day French restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, Afternoon Tea, dinner, Champagne and cocktails (open Mon–Sat 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m., Sun 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.). The Bar is the hotel’s 60-foot cocktail counter offering craft cocktails, wine and a terrace; it opens around 4:00 p.m. Advance reservations are recommended for non-hotel guests and smart-casual to refined attire is expected after mid-afternoon.
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Where each venue sits and what they serve
Grand Salon is the hotel’s French restaurant on the 2nd floor, described by the property as its gathering place for breakfast, lunch, Afternoon Tea, dinner, Champagne and cocktails.
The Bar sits adjacent to Grand Salon on the 2nd floor and features a long 60-foot counter, craft cocktails, an acclaimed wine list, and an outdoor terrace that faces MoMA.
- Grand Salon: French cuisine, full-day service (breakfast, lunch, Afternoon Tea, dinner, Champagne).
- The Bar: craft cocktails and wine with a long counter, barrel-vaulted ceiling, and terrace.
- Petit Salon: a request-only meeting/event room that uses Grand Salon food selections for small functions.
| Venue | Primary Service |
|---|---|
| Grand Salon | Breakfast, lunch, Afternoon Tea, dinner, Champagne & cocktails |
| The Bar | Cocktails, wine, terrace seating |
| Petit Salon | Private meetings and receptions (food from Grand Salon) |
Grand Salon — hours, reservations and dress
Published hours for Grand Salon are Monday–Saturday 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. and Sunday 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. The restaurant accepts reservations; non-hotel guests are encouraged to reserve in advance.
The hotel asks guests to wear sophisticated, refined attire in Grand Salon. After 4:00 p.m., shorts, athletic apparel and casual footwear are discouraged; jackets/collared shirts for gentlemen and elegant daytime or evening attire for ladies are appreciated.
- Reservations: accepted and recommended, especially for non-hotel guests.
- Dress: smart / refined attire; stricter after 4:00 p.m.
- Live music: seasonal live music is offered; check the hotel events page for details.
| Detail | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Cuisine | French / Alsatian-inspired (culinary direction credited to Chef Gabriel Kreuther) |
| Breakfast | Available for a surcharge (published reports give an approximate range of USD 15–75 per person) |
| Reservation policy | Accepts reservations; recommended for non-guests |
The Bar — cocktail counter, terrace and rules
The Bar opens in the late afternoon (third‑party listings show roughly 4:00 p.m. daily) and accepts reservations for parties up to four with a $75 per person minimum for reserved parties. It emphasizes craft cocktails and a curated wine selection.
Dress expectations at The Bar are similar to Grand Salon: guests are asked to avoid ripped/distressed denim, athletic wear, flip-flops, slides and beach sandals; crop tops, sleeveless shirts for men, nightwear and loungewear are also discouraged.
- Reservations: for parties up to four with a per-person minimum on reserved tables.
- Setting: 60-foot counter, barrel-vaulted ceilings, black-and-white harlequin flooring.
- Terrace: outdoor seating overlooking MoMA (season and weather permitting).
| Item | Note |
|---|---|
| Opening time | Approximately 4:00 p.m. (third-party listings) |
| Reservation limit | Parties up to four for reservations |
| Minimum | $75 per person for reserved parties (as published by the hotel) |
Afternoon Tea — how it works and what to expect
Afternoon Tea is offered as a dedicated service through Grand Salon. Advance reservations are required and can be made up to 30 days in advance; the hotel recommends smart-casual dress and asks that cell phones be silenced.
The service features tiered trays with pastries and tea service; the property’s images and onsite listings show traditional tea elements such as pastries, petit fours and teapots, though specific menu items change seasonally.
- Reservations: required; can be booked up to 30 days ahead.
- Dress: smart casual recommended; refined attire encouraged.
- Etiquette: silenced cell phones and considerate behavior requested.
| Feature | Reference |
|---|---|
| Booking window | Reservations accepted up to 30 days in advance |
| Menu style | Tiered tea trays with pastries and tea service (seasonal) |
| Attire | Smart-casual suggested |
Private events and the Petit Salon
The Petit Salon is available by request for meetings, conferences and small events and draws its food selections from the Grand Salon menu. The hotel directs meeting and event inquiries to its Meetings & Events page or NYSales@baccarathotels.com.
Public materials list small capacities for private rooms (various third‑party listings give maximums around 40 people), and the Petit Salon is typically used for cocktail-style events rather than large seated dinners because of its layout.
- Food & service: provided by Grand Salon catering selections.
- Capacity: third‑party listings and meeting platforms list capacities in the small-group range (about 40 people in some sources).
- Booking: contact hotel sales or use the Meetings & Events page to request space and menus.
| Space | Typical use |
|---|---|
| Petit Salon | Meetings, receptions, small events (request-only) |
| Grand Salon for events | Receptions or seated dinners supported by hotel catering |
| Contact | NYSales@baccarathotels.com or Meetings & Events page |
Practical tips for dining at Baccarat Hotel
Both hotel guests and outside visitors may dine at Grand Salon and The Bar; reservations are helpful for non-guests. Breakfast at Grand Salon is not included with room rates and is sold for an additional surcharge (reported range USD 15–75 per person).
If you plan to use The Bar’s reserved seating, note the published $75 per person minimum for parties. For special requests (dietary needs, private events, spa packages that include pool access), contact the concierge or the venues directly.
- Reservations: recommended for Grand Salon; The Bar reservations available for small parties.
- Dress code: refined/smart-casual; stricter rules after 4:00 p.m.
- Accessibility: the hotel is wheelchair accessible; contact the hotel with specific accessibility requests in advance.
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Can non-guests dine here? | Yes — reservations recommended |
| Is breakfast included with room? | No — breakfast is available for an extra charge |
| Who to contact for reservations or events? | Grand Salon and The Bar accept reservations; Meetings & Events or NYSales for private events |
