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About Calle Dao Bryant Park – Cuban Chinese Fusion Restaurant in Midtown Manhattan
Located just steps from Bryant Park in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, Calle Dao Bryant Park is a vibrant Cuban Chinese fusion restaurant offering lunch, brunch, dinner, happy hour, and private dining in New York City. Our restaurant near Grand Central Terminal has become a favorite gathering place for locals, commuters, and visitors looking for bold flavors, handcrafted cocktails, and a lively dining atmosphere near one of Manhattan’s most iconic parks.
The Bryant Park neighborhood is often called Midtown Manhattan’s town square, known for its seasonal gardens, open-air events, and classic New York charm. Whether you are meeting colleagues for lunch near Bryant Park, enjoying happy hour after work, or gathering with friends for dinner in Midtown Manhattan, Calle Dao offers a welcoming space to relax, celebrate, and enjoy unforgettable cuisine.
Our convenient Midtown location near Grand Central Station also makes Calle Dao a popular meeting spot for group dinners, celebrations, and private events. From birthday gatherings and corporate dinners to graduation celebrations for nearby colleges such as Guttman Community College, ASA College, and Berkeley College, our team helps guests create memorable moments in the heart of New York City.
Calle Dao is inspired by Havana’s once thriving El Barrio Chino, or Chinatown, which was once the largest Chinese community in Latin America. In the late 1800s, Chinese immigrants arrived in Cuba and began blending their culinary traditions with the bold ingredients and flavors of Cuban cooking. The result was a unique fusion cuisine that combined the warmth of Cuban hospitality with the techniques and flavors of Chinese kitchens.
At Calle Dao, our menu celebrates this vibrant culinary heritage. Signature dishes blend Cuban staples with Asian flavors, creating a menu that is both comforting and exciting. Our handcrafted cocktail program, created by mixologist Joy Daniel, reflects the same fusion spirit by combining historical inspiration with modern ingredients. One standout example is the cocktail “1857,” a bold blend of orange-infused vodka, amaretto, fresh lime juice, ground ginger, and sesame oil garnished with star anise. The name commemorates the year the first ship carrying Chinese laborers arrived in Cuba.
The restaurant’s design, created by owner Marco Britti, evokes the warmth and character of old Havana with whitewashed walls, distressed wood, whirring ceiling fans, and vibrant accents inspired by Chinese artwork and spices. The space brings together two cultures and creates a setting that feels both energetic and welcoming.
Today, Calle Dao Bryant Park continues that tradition by offering a unique dining experience where Cuban and Chinese culinary influences meet in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Just moments from Bryant Park and Grand Central Terminal, our restaurant invites guests to step into a lively atmosphere, enjoy bold flavors, and experience a modern interpretation of a historic culinary story.
Calle Dao Bryant Park is located in Midtown Manhattan at 38 West 39th Street, just steps from Bryant Park and a short walk from Grand Central Terminal, the New York Public Library, and the Theater District.