BWW Previews: 212 STEAKHOUSE in NYC - Kobe Beef and Much More

212 Steakhouse is a newly opened restaurant, a project of entrepreneur Nikolay Volper. Located in the Murray Hill neighborhood of New York City, this spot has true Japanese Kobe beef and other prime cuts of beef available to their guests. Their fine steaks are also presented at the finest prices.

Kobe beef in particular is a rare delicacy. Highly regulated by the Japanese government, a limited amount of authentic Kobe beef exists, and a very small percentage is exported to the United States. In fact, 212 Steakhouse is the only restaurant on the East Coast officially approved by the Kobe Beef Marketing and Distribution Promotion Association from Japan to offer authentic Kobe beef. The flavor of this sweet, lean meat is unforgettable.

From the chic cocktail lounge and expansive bar to the elegant deep woods in the dining room, Volper has fashioned a different kind of steakhouse. Executive chef Christos Kalamvokis has created appetizers, salads and side dishes that are well suited to the gourmet entrees. The Greek and Mediterranean influenced menu is so complete that a you can visit 212 Steakhouse again and again.

Appetizers include ceviche of wild salmon and yellowfin tuna tartare. There's also imported burrata wrapped in 18-month aged prosciutto di Parma with baby arugula. And, their thinly sliced of zucchini chips are fried until crisp and puffy, flavored with garlic and accompanied by yogurt-dill dipping. Organic spinach soup borrows from Volper's Bulgarian heritage. The soup is a thickened with yogurt and filled with swirls of fresh spinach.

Fresh whole fish such as branzino, dorado and black sea bass, are simply grilled with organic Sicilian olive oil, lemon and herbs, are priced per pound, and are presented filleted. Other seafood options include swordfish kebabs, wild salmon filet and freshly grilled Maine lobster in the shell. Guests can also enjoy risottos such as wild mushroom and truffle risotto or black risotto with seafood. The array of side dishes includes baked polenta fries with parmesan and tender sautéed Brussels sprouts with sun-dried tomatoes.

The beverage program at 212 Steakhouse has been designed to pair with their menu selections. It includes a wide-ranging wine list, classic cocktails and finest spirits.

212 Steakhouse is located at 316 East 53rd Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues. For more information, visit their web site at www.212steakhouse.com or call, 212-858-0646. It is open for dinner Sunday to Thursday from 5pm-11pm and Friday and Saturday from 5pm-11:30pm. The restaurant is also available for private events.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of 212 Steakhouse

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