Hamburger restaurant

Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer - 35th St

MidtownManhattan

4.5· 2,373 reviewsOpen until 12AM
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer - 35th St — hamburger restaurant — in Midtown — Manhattan — NYC
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer - 35th St interior — Midtown

Midtown

Manhattan

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About Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer - 35th St

Retro-style burger joint next to Kixby Hotel, with a standalone shake bar and private dining room.

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2,373 community reviews

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What diners say about Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer - 35th St

15 verified Google reviews · 3 with owner responses

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Jan JeerapatLocal guide
2 months ago

All American 🇺🇸 Burger 🍔<br>Is SUPER SUPER !! Delicious 😋<br>Fried and Sweet Potato 🍠<br>Nashville chicken 🍗 dont miss it<br><br>Desert !!!! Must must try Milk shake chocolate 🍫<br>Family with kids or couple will enjoy 😊

Response from the owner

Thank you for your amazing review, Jan! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our All American Burger and also loved the fried sweet potatoes and Nashville chicken. It's fantastic to know that you recommend our chocolate milkshake as a must-try dessert. We strive to ensure that everyone, whether families or couples, has a delightful experience at Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes. Your feedback truly means a lot to us!

Iron Bucktah
2 months ago

Entered although I didn't had reservations i was still seated and had the best cold Guinness, the best Korean BBQ wings and the best hot chicken sandwich combo ever.<br>Definitely recommend if you're a wings/ burger and beer type of person.

Response from the owner

Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience with us, Iron! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our cold Guinness, Korean BBQ wings, and hot chicken sandwich combo. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another great visit at Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes!

Catherine YangLocal guide
2 months ago

We stopped in for lunch around noon, and the place was pretty empty. Because of that, the wait for the food felt a little longer than expected. That said, when the food arrived, I was pleasantly surprised.<br>I ordered the burger with a chopped salad. The burger was perfectly seasoned and cooked to a beautiful medium-rare, and it wasn’t greasy at all. I couldn’t quite tell what the dressing on the salad was, but it was really good. The burger paired well with the salad, and by the time I finished, I felt full but not weighed down or greasy.<br>My husband ordered the Champ burger, which was also well cooked, and again there was no grease soaking through the buns.<br>The only downside was the strawberry shake. It looked beautiful, but it was overwhelmingly sweet and, in my opinion, overpriced.<br>I’d say I can’t wait to go back, but I already did and ordered the same burger and chopped salad again. Kudos to the chef for making such a great burger.

Response from the owner

Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Catherine! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the burger and chopped salad, and that they were cooked to perfection without being greasy. We appreciate your feedback regarding the strawberry shake, and we'll certainly take note of that for improvement. It's wonderful to know that you came back for the same meal; your support means a lot to us!

Rocky BlackmonLocal guide
2 months ago

Do not miss the next shakes!<br>Everything was tasty. Kinda pricey but you have to consider the area, I suppose.<br><br>Servers were nice. Service was fast.<br><br>I'd go back.<br><br>Again, get the milkshake!

Daven MaharajLocal guide
4 months ago

This was the biggest surprise for us. We were planning on going to Emily's for their special burger but after a day of walking decided to try BTCB which was 5 min from our hotel. Burgers were amazing! Also had Korean wings as an appetizer. Definitely recommend. Desserts are a specialty too so don't miss out!<br>The tables at the front are really close together so make sure to ask for the back. They also have a full wall that is decorated with old cassette tape cases and the music vibe was a similar 90s dance. Lots of fun.

Janely RuizLocal guide
4 months ago

We came here because my friend recommended it, and he wasn’t wrong. The burger and the shake were so good, but I will definitely come back for the dirty martini (I love it filthy, and it’s usually not dirty enough — they made it perfectly!). Also they have so many good options for the happy hour.

LucasLocal guide
4 months ago

What an absolute treat this restaurant was. To start off, the atmosphere of the place felt very chill and “vibey”. What I do love was how the restaurant kept the dark, nighttime feeling texturing. Bars and Televisions for entertainment and fun. The music was perfect for the feel, quiet but had some tunes to it.<br><br>The food was just absolutely fantastic. I decided to order one of their most popular dishes, the Chicken Sandwich. I gotta say, there has been other sandwiches I had before, this one is something to most definetly seek out for. The first bite has a lot of flavor. I could just instantly tell the chicken was fresh. The coleslaw with the sandwich too was definetly a very good touch, it enhanced the taste. The fries were a little underdone however I could still feel the crispy texture which is all I needed. For desert, we got their famous milkshakes, basically came here for that, it was like seeing a piece of artwork that couldn’t be touched. The amount of things they put on the milkshake not only looked beautiful but also had a very wonderful taste. I would actually highly recommend coming here for those.<br><br>The service was great! I had a friendly waitress who served our table, made sure we were doing well and asked if he had any questions. They have a very solid crew there.<br><br>Overall, this restaurant is a place to absolutely seek out, bring with friends or family, enjoy the night and have some amazing food. I will most definetly come back to this restaurant when I’m In the city! Amazing Job ! 🙌

G BernieLocal guide
5 months ago

Decent burger at good prices. There's a good range of burgers to cater for different tastes and requirements.<br>We opted for a classic burger and a turkey burger both really tasty.<br>The milkshakes are really tasty and worth a try.<br><br>We liked it and would go back again.

Crystal Arce
5 months ago

We had some issues at the beginning but the food and service were good.<br><br>We were quoted a 2hr wait, yet we received a text 15min after. This was unexpected and not seen until 1hr later. After a bit of a discussion with the hostess, she was able to give us a table at the back. As we were sat we felt as though we would be forgotten; the room was dark, empty and without any music. Despite all of this, the server was very nice, attentive and the food was spot on.<br><br>The juicy lucy was in fact juicy and flavorful. The wagyu supreme was heavily drowned in A1 but my brother enjoyed it. My siblings had the onion rings with their Texan burger, and they were SO ADDICTIVE, perfect crunch, season and HUGE. All burgers were cooked to perfection.<br><br>The 6 of us shared the Oreo milkshake as a dessert and it was perfect.

Justin Rogers-CooperLocal guide
6 months ago

Fun place to eat and drink. Slushy cocktail was quite good. Food was tasty with signature notes. Service was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Pretty popular on an early Thursday night, we had to make reservations. Big place.

Adam IngrahamLocal guide
6 months ago

Great atmosphere and service! We were able to walk in without a reservation on a Tuesday about 5pm. The keg ran dry for a beer we wanted so they gave us another on the house. Fried chicken is crispy and light! They took the spicy seasoning off for us. Restrooms in the rear. High top tables for maybe 8 or so, plus low top booths and bar seating. They brought a pitcher of water for us to refill a water bottle too—very considerate and would recommend!

Steven DeLaurentisLocal guide
6 months ago

We went to another location, I think it was located on 59th street, years ago and walked out disappointed. So we decided to try this location and it was great. The Oreo shake was great and the waygu burger was fantastic. Service was nice, friendly and quick. So glad we gave Black Tap another shot

Kimberly Santos
6 months ago

Second time here and the experience was just as great as the first time! Fried mozz are the best I’ve had so far. Drinks and food are made with love. The service? Amazing. Both Jenn S. and Jenn R. were very attentive to us. Will definitely be back!

Dylan Kessell
7 months ago

I recently visited the Black Tap in Midtown and had a fantastic experience. I ordered the chicken, and it was absolutely delicious – perfectly crispy and golden on the outside, while staying incredibly juicy and tender on the inside. It's exactly what you hope for when you order chicken!<br>A special shout-out to our server, Jen S., who was excellent. She was really attentive, friendly, and made our meal even more enjoyable with her great service.<br>Great food and top-notch staff. I'll definitely be coming back!

Lars Idar WaageLocal guide
8 months ago

On our fourth day in New York, we had a reservation at Black Tap, a place known for its burgers and over-the-top milkshakes. With a solid 4.5 stars on Google, expectations were pretty high — and overall, it didn’t disappoint.<br><br>This isn’t a fancy restaurant by any means. The vibe is urban and loud, with hard wooden benches, upbeat music, and a trendy crowd. If you’re looking for a quiet dinner, this isn’t your spot — but if you’re after good food and fun energy, it delivers.<br><br>The food? Tasty and satisfying, though not the best burger I’ve had in the U.S. I went for The Texan, while others tried The Champ with blue cheese. All well-cooked and flavorful. The best part? The prices are surprisingly reasonable — for once, we didn’t feel like we were being robbed in New York. Generous portions, too.<br><br>We skipped the famous signature milkshakes (the ones topped with cake) because we were already too full, but the regular shakes were still excellent.<br><br>Overall, Black Tap is a fun, lively, and affordable burger joint that hits the spot. Come hungry — and maybe bring earplugs.

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