Pulse Restaurant and Bar

3.7 (144)

$30 and under

American

45 Rockefeller Plaza, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10111

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About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for business meals
Romantic

Overlooking the heart of Rockefeller Plaza, Pulse is the ideal setting for your special occasion. From corporate dinners to cocktail receptions, we can host a variety of private events in our dining room, bar, café, and conference room. Experience a seated dinner in our private dining room - a classic and sophisticated space. Our menu is a light, delicious mediterreanan cuisine utilizing local fish, meat and fresh produce.Several vegetarian options and always have a focus in heatlh and nutrition.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Early Bird Pre Fixe Dinner: Monday - Friday: 3:00pm - 8:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Friday: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Website
http://www.pulse-restaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We offer off-site catering. Either at the restaurant or at your location, we are dedicated to providing an elegant dining experience with superb service as our professional staff will work with you to ensure every detail is perfect. Catering menus are available on the restaurant's website.
Private party facilities
Overlooking the heart of Rockefeller Plaza, Pulse is the ideal setting for your special occasion. From corporate dinners to cocktail receptions, we can host a variety of private events in our dining room, bar and café.

Location
45 Rockefeller Plaza, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10111
Area
Midtown East
Parking Details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wine

HummusUSD 12.00
grilled pita olive oil
Polenta FriesUSD 14.00
fontina fondue truffle oil chives
Four Cheese RavioliUSD 12.00
zucchini puree roasted tomato parmesan
Crab CakeUSD 14.00
citrus aioli slaw
Tuna TartarUSD 16.00
avocado mango lime cilantro chives chili oil
Shrimp CocktailUSD 14.00
tangy cocktail sauce lemon wedge

Salads

Grilled Chicken Caesar SaladUSD 17.00
romaine parmesan cheese house-made croutons
Greek SaladUSD 15.00
arugula tomato red onion olive cucumber feta red wine vinaigrette
Herb-Crusted Tuna Nicoise SaladUSD 24.00
haricot vert egg kalamata olives capers marble potato tomato roasted shallot-vinaigrette
Pan Seared Salmon SaladUSD 19.00
arugula cherry tomato red onion caper carrot
Crab Cake SaladUSD 19.00
mesclun asparagus carrot cucumber
Grilled Shrimp SaladUSD 19.00
mesclun carrot cucumber mandarin crispy noodle soy vinaigrette
Pulse Steak SaladUSD 17.00
mixed greens cherry tomato cucumber crispy shallot crumbled bleu balsamic vinaigrette
Summer Strawberry SaladUSD 16.00
spinach pine nuts goat cheese balsamic reduction lemon vinaigrette

Pulse Signature Sandwiches

Lobster BLTUSD 22.00
red onion capers mixed greens citrus aioli
Braised Short Rib SandwichUSD 17.00
caramelized onion blue cheese horseradish aioli
Crab Cake SandwichUSD 17.00
romaine tomato citrus aioli

Entrees

Marinated HalibutUSD 25.00
brussel sprouts carrot puree candied orange
Braised Short RibUSD 28.00
asparagus garlic mash potato caramelized onion
Sesame Crusted Seared TunaUSD 26.00
brown rice stir fry cucumber salad
Spring Vegetable RisottoUSD 22.00
asparagus green peas mushroom goat cheese truffle oil
Pan Seared SalmonUSD 24.00
beets arugula pickled shallots capers lemon
Sliced Hanger SteakUSD 24.00
marble potato haricot vert pomegranate reduction
Lobster RisottoUSD 26.00
maine lobster roasted artichoke parmesan truffle oil
Pan Seared ScallopsUSD 25.00
braised red cabbage spinach apple brown butter

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Pulse Restaurant and Bar.

3.7

(144)

3.8Food
4.0Service
3.4Ambience
0.5Value

Noise • Moderate

144 Reviews

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MinehahaC
New York City5 reviews
1.0
Dined on 15 March 2017
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
The place was a ghost town on a Wed evening. It's a good place for afternoon tea. But definitely not an intimate place.
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jen59 Gold
Charlotte156 reviews
3.0
Dined on 20 February 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
food was okay but strange location for restaurant-right next to cafeteria, kept hearing the blender. service was poor, our server never came back after our food was brought to check on us, and we were the only diners
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frances Gold
Philadelphia County19 reviews
4.0
Dined on 6 January 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was pretty good: we had tuna tartare, lobster blt, and hangar steak. The steak wasn't cooked properly; we sent it back. Second time was only slightly better. Everything else was pretty good besides the massive bowl of mayo that came with the lobster blt? View is lovely: Rockefeller center, the tree, the rink. Nobody else was there for lunch. Very quiet.
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GCMom Gold
New York City52 reviews
2.0
Dined on 29 December 2016
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
This is basically the juice bar at the Equinox gym that shreds the floor, with a fe hot options. Food was mediocre. Nice view of Rockefeller tree, but that is the only good feature. Says something that week between Christmas and New Years at 7 pm we were the ONLY table there. Skip it.
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RSP1
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 December 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was excellent. View of Rockefeller ice skating rink and Christmas tree was astounding.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 29 December 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent location right in Rockefeller plaza with views of the Christmas tree and rink. However not crowded and so much more reasonably priced compared to the other restaurants in that area. The server James was excellent. Food was great good and service prompt. While they do not have a kids menu, he offered a number of options they could prepare for kids ranging from breakfast items to flat breads, pasta etc. Extremely pleasurable experience. Only challenge is finding it. Go through the Equinox entrance to the third floor and turn left. Hidden Gem for NYC
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KarenRN1112
New York City10 reviews
2.0
Dined on 28 December 2016
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Was attracted by reviews regarding the view of the tree and skating rink at Rockefeller Center. Only viewed if you're a giraffe, sitting at a table in front of the window! Restaurant itself is difficult to find, and basically a "dressed-up" corner of a cafeteria. Menu is limited. Prices very reasonable by Manhattan standards. However, taste is average, at best. Lobster BLT had very little lobster. Asian Short Rib had little flavor, was very tender yet dry. Tuna tartare was molded with diced mango and avocado, little seasoning - served with potato chips (?) Scallops were "good" according to my husband. Too many other choices in the city to waste your time here.
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SusannahL
Philadelphia County13 reviews
3.0
Dined on 28 December 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a good view of the Christmas tree and skaters in Rockefeller Center. It was quiet and kid friendly. The food was not very good. Three of us had tasteless Lobster BLT's.
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MarkA
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 27 December 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Menu as good and service was great. Interesting location - like a hidden gem.
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MikeD Gold
New York City114 reviews
4.0
Dined on 27 December 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Quiet and hidden great view of tree
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Early Bird Pre Fixe Dinner: Monday - Friday: 3:00pm - 8:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Friday: 3:00pm - 8:00pm
Website
http://www.pulse-restaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We offer off-site catering. Either at the restaurant or at your location, we are dedicated to providing an elegant dining experience with superb service as our professional staff will work with you to ensure every detail is perfect. Catering menus are available on the restaurant's website.
Private party facilities
Overlooking the heart of Rockefeller Plaza, Pulse is the ideal setting for your special occasion. From corporate dinners to cocktail receptions, we can host a variety of private events in our dining room, bar and café.

Location
45 Rockefeller Plaza, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10111
Area
Midtown East
Parking Details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wine

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Pulse Restaurant and Bar

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Additional information

Appetizers

HummusUSD 12.00

Polenta FriesUSD 14.00

Four Cheese RavioliUSD 12.00

Crab CakeUSD 14.00

Tuna TartarUSD 16.00

Shrimp CocktailUSD 14.00

Salads

Grilled Chicken Caesar SaladUSD 17.00

Greek SaladUSD 15.00

Herb-Crusted Tuna Nicoise SaladUSD 24.00

Pan Seared Salmon SaladUSD 19.00

Crab Cake SaladUSD 19.00

Grilled Shrimp SaladUSD 19.00

Pulse Steak SaladUSD 17.00

Summer Strawberry SaladUSD 16.00

Pulse Signature Sandwiches

Lobster BLTUSD 22.00

Braised Short Rib SandwichUSD 17.00

Crab Cake SandwichUSD 17.00

Entrees

Marinated HalibutUSD 25.00

Braised Short RibUSD 28.00

Sesame Crusted Seared TunaUSD 26.00

Spring Vegetable RisottoUSD 22.00

Pan Seared SalmonUSD 24.00

Sliced Hanger SteakUSD 24.00

Lobster RisottoUSD 26.00

Pan Seared ScallopsUSD 25.00

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable