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Grand Brasserie
Timeless elegance of historic Grand Central Terminal with the laid-back elegance of French design. Landmark Vanderbilt Hall, once the Terminal's main waiting room, has been transformed into Grand Brasserie.
Number of Spaces
3 Spaces
Capacity
Max Seated: 330
Max Standing: 570
Cuisine Type
French
Food & Beverage
In-house catering
In-house beverage service
Technology
In-house A/V
Year Renovated
2024
Contact Info
89 East 42nd Street, New York, NY
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About
Grand Brasserie is a premier French restaurant located in the iconic Vanderbilt Hall of Grand Central Terminal. Guests can indulge in classic French cuisine, delectable pastries, and a variety of drinks within an elegant 400-seat dining space. Open daily, it stands as a top dining destination in New York City, conveniently situated near Bryant Park and Midtown Manhattan.
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Details
Year Renovated
2024
Capacity
Max Seated: 330
Max Standing: 570
Event Space
16000 sq ft
Features
Valet Parking
Catering Kitchen
Breakout Rooms
Freight Elevator
Loading Dock
Coat Check
Food & Beverage
In-house catering
In-house beverage service
Our culinary team crafts market-driven menus that marry Parisian brasserie classics with New-York energy—think oysters on ice, dry-aged steak frites, and seasonal vegetarian mains. Everything is prepared in-house, allowing us to tailor plated, family-style, or reception stations around your event. Beverage programs are equally bespoke: craft cocktails, a 200-label wine cellar, and local drafts can be offered as open bar, packages, or consumption tabs. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and kosher-style requests are happily accommodated.
Technology
In-house A/V
Main Dining Room: 4x Devialet Phantom Speakers 2x 75"" TV with Apple TV and Spectrum Cable Green Room: 4x Devialet Phantom Speakers 4k projector with retractible screen"
Union Labor
Does not require union labor
Health & Safety
• Tables, bars, and high-touch surfaces disinfected with EPA-approved cleaners • Floors vacuumed, mopped, and polished • Restrooms sanitized, restocked, and inspected twice during longer events • Glassware, china, and flatware washed and high-temp sanitized on-site • Trash and recycling removed via our secure service corridor We finish with a manager walk-through to ensure the restaurant is event-ready before guest arrival.
Transportation
No Parking on premise
Located in Grand Central Terminal. Direct Subway, Metro North, and LIRR service in building. Ample private parking nearby.
Furniture
Furniture included
Availability
5:30a-2a 7 days a week
Noise Restrictions
Amplified sound is permitted until 2 AM; levels above 95 dB require advance approval and an in-house sound tech. After midnight, exterior doors must remain closed to respect terminal tenants. Pyrotechnics, haze, or fog machines are prohibited.
Cancellations
Booking: 50 % deposit & signed agreement required; balance and final guest count due 7 days prior (count may not drop after 72 business hrs). Cancellation: Events cancelled within 30 days forfeit all payments.
Load In
• Load-in via Vanderbilt Hall service corridor with freight elevator access
Guest Access
Guests arrive via Vanderbilt Hall (89 E 42nd St), steps from every subway line and Metro-North. ADA elevator reaches all rooms; coat check sits in the foyer, with restrooms on the same level. Greeters or branded signage can be added. Load-in crews use the service corridor; guests may enter up to 30 min before the scheduled start unless otherwise arranged.
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