Sei Less · Restaurant · New York





Asian fusion from chef Allen Ma behind a mural entrance on West 38th Street in Midtown
Sei Less sits at 156 West 38th Street, between Broadway and Seventh Avenue in the Garment District, behind a mural entrance that sets a speakeasy tone. It draws a steady stream of athletes, musicians and power players, a scene as much as a restaurant, and it is close to Madison Square Garden, Penn Station and the Broadway theaters.
Executive Chef Allen Ma, a graduate of the Guangdong Culinary Institute who cooked at the Waldorf Astoria, runs an Asian fusion menu made for the middle of the table. The signature is the Golden Lobster, a whole steamed lobster in the house sauce, and the mains pivot between Chilean Sea Bass with white ginger and scallion sauce, Beijing Chicken with caramelized walnuts, and Yuzu Miso Glazed Salmon. Fried Chicken Wontons and truffle Shrimp Dumplings lead in, with Lobster Noodles, Alaskan King Crab Fried Rice and a roster of signature cocktails, the Lychee Martini among them.
Weekday lunch is a two-course prix fixe, Monday to Friday from noon to 3:30 PM. The room runs Monday to Thursday 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM, Friday 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Saturday 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and a 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM table works before a show or a game. Dress is casual elegant, with no athletic wear or sweatpants, and entry is at the doorman's discretion.
Tables for one to six guests book through Resy or OpenTable, and groups of seven or more dine from a family-style prix fixe menu arranged with the events team.
Address: 156 W 38th St, New York, NY 10018, New York
Sei Less takes reservations through OpenTable. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in New York; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 12:00 - 00:00
- Tuesday: 12:00 - 00:00
- Wednesday: 12:00 - 00:00
- Thursday: 12:00 - 00:00
- Friday: 12:00 - 01:00
- Saturday: 15:00 - 01:00
- Sunday: 15:00 - 00:00
Frequently asked about Sei Less
How do I get a reservation at Sei Less in New York?
Tables at Sei Less are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger New York plan, our New York team handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Sei Less?
Sei Less is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Sei Less?
Sei Less keeps an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Sei Less located?
Sei Less is in New York, at 156 W 38th St, New York, NY 10018. MyRSVP can build it into a full New York itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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