The Hudson Club is the latest vision from established restaurateur and Hudson Street Hospitality founder Eytan Sugarman, with the leadership of industry veterans and Hudson Street Hospitality partners Richie Romero, Shaun Rose and Matt Shendell, the distinguished cuisine at the helm of Executive Chef John DeLucie and a premium craft cocktail program led by Brendan Woertz. Located at 136 W. 55th Street, Hudson Club officially opens its doors after much anticipation.
The upscale Manhattan restaurant and cocktail bar is designed to pay homage to vintage New York within a fully custom designed sexy yet sophisticated setting. The goal is to offer New York patrons an elegant and elevated cocktail bar paired with an impressive dining experience set in a familial and intimate vibe, inclusive of beautiful leather booths accented with deep wooden hues and a rich jewel-tone color palette.
"Our design for Hudson Club exudes a playful yet refined atmosphere through the use of jewel-toned colors and luxurious materials. Deep green velvet upholstery adds a lush, inviting warmth, while maroon leather injects a bold sophistication into the space. These rich fabrics are complemented by dark wood finishes, glossy tiles, and soft, ambient lighting, creating an ambiance that is both vibrant and intimate. Brass accents introduce a touch of glamour, enhancing the overall experience without overshadowing the room’s character. Each element was carefully selected to balance elegance with a sense of fun, making the lounge perfect for both relaxed get-togethers and more formal occasions." said Julien Legeard, Founding Principal of Legeard Studio.
“We aimed to create an environment that is sophisticated, yet lends itself to a fun and vibrant dining experience which will do justice to the fantastic food and cocktails we are putting forward. The materials we used at Hudson club are comfortable, yet polished, and make this a place you could go every evening, just as well as for a special occasion.” stated Greg Grossman of OPUS Interior.
Hudson Club hosted an elevated preview evening to give key industry players and media a taste of the impressive new midtown destination. Owner Eytan Sugarman, Hudson Street Hospitality partners Richie Romero and Shaun Rose, Interior Designer Gregg Grossman, and Executive Chef John DeLucie welcomed guests to a tasting of Hudson Club's signature menu offerings and specialty cocktails.
A few notables that stopped by the industry preview event included New York Mets' Harrison Bader, Real Housewives of New York's Ramona Singer, with friend Missy Pool, plus comedian Chanel Omari of I heart radio's Chanel In The City, Ernesto Shaw "DJ Clue", Steven "DJ Suss One" Sussman, Jason Binn, Scott Lipps, Rachel Heller, Sergio Farias, Luiza Zykowska, Drew Hunter, TV host Valerie Greenberg, The Influence owner Ali Lasky, and a vast array of key New York media players and lifestyle influencers.
With the kitchen at the hand of acclaimed Executive Chef John DeLucie (Ambra, Paris Cafe, Waverly Inn, Lion), guests can look forward to a hybrid of Classic and Contemporary American cuisine and an extensive Seafood menu. With Prime Steaks inclusive of Filet Mignon, New York Strip and RibEye, items such as Pan Seared Salmon, Eytan’s Fried Chicken with Hot Honey, Tonnarelli Cacio Pepe, Fluke Crudo, Crispy Roman Artichoke, Shrimp Cocktail, Oysters, Lobster Bisque, Truffled Parm Fries, and many, many more incredible dishes, plus a crispy rice menu of offerings such as Jumbo Lump Crab (with jalapeno and avocado), the New York New York (Salmon, Everything Bagel Spice, Crea, Cheese), Avocado and citrus (Veg option), and Beef TarTare with shaved Black Truffle.
Adds DeLucie, "At Hudson Club, we believe a little indulgence is a good thing. From our buttery Lobster Pasta to the perfectly seared Prime Steaks, each dish is crafted to deliver an unforgettable experience. We pull inspiration from Old New York paired with a shared love of steak and seafood."
The Hudson Club will cater to an elevated clientele, New Yorkers looking for a cosmopolitan evening, layered with glamor and class, paired with top level mixology. The bar presents classics such as The Sidecar, Hudson Cosmopolitan and Manhattan, with new innovations such as their signature Yellow Pearl martini, "Practice Practice Practice" Jasmine and Sage infused pear-apple cocktail, plus an extensive wine, champagne beer and cocktail selection - inclusive of every liquor and whiskey a diner could desire. The space was designed and developed by Legeard Studio and Opus Interior.
Image credit: Rob Rich Photography
