New York City Power Lunches: Cipriani Wall Street, The Grill Room at the Four Seasons and more

Restaurant at Cipriani Wall Street
55 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
(212) 699-4096

Ambiance
Stately and subdued, perfectly conducive to ironing out deals in the country’s generally frantic symbolic financial heart. The soaring columns on the terrace overlooking Wall Street reel in highnet- worth regulars.

What To Order
Tuna Scottato ($21.95), Grilled T-Bone Steak ($44.95).

Who Comes Here
George Soros, Donald Trump, Donny Deutsch.

Sweet Tooth
Meringata alla crema.

The Grill Room at the Four Seasons
99 East 52nd Street
New York, NY 10022
(212) 754-9494

Ambiance
Virtually synonymous with the power lunch. Here, modernist minimalism meets romantically lit wood paneling and midtown views.

What To Order
Prosciutto, Marinated Figs, Vincotto ($25); Filet of Bison ($65)

Who Eats Here
Jamie Dimon, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Roger Ailes.

Sweet Tooth
Dark Chocolate Ganache, Sour Cherry Preserves ($18)

Le Cirque
151 East 58th Street
New York, NY 10022
(212) 644-0202

Ambiance
The zesty circus theme provides a big tent for A-list guests waiting to be charmed by legendary host Sirio Maccioni. Jackets are required for the gents.

What To Order
Porcini Risotto ($24), Paupiette of Black Bass ($42).

Who Eats Here
Woody Allen, Martha Stewart and Michael Bloomberg, whose company’s headquarters house the landmark NYC restaurant.

Sweet Tooth
Crème Brulee Le Circue ($12).

Michael’s
24 West 55th Street
New York, NY 10019
(212) 767-0555

Ambiance
Bright, airy and with abundant flora to match the California-influenced menu.

What To Order
Crab Ravioli, Chardonnay- Thyme Sauce ($18), Seared Maine Dayboat Scallops ($38).

Who Eats Here
Established media royalty like Barbara Walters, Liz Smith and Barry Diller.

Sweet Tooth
Angel Food Cake ($15)