A French Brasserie Debuts in Grand Central Terminal

Rockwell Group honors Vanderbilt Hall's historical grandeur with a contemporary touch

Published: November 6, 2024By Stephanie Chen
Photos by Courtesy of Grand Brasserie

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Grand Brasserie has debuted inside Manhattan’s Grand Central Terminal, bringing a timeless French dining experience to the historic Vanderbilt Hall.

Designed by Rockwell Group, Grand Brasserie blends the hall’s early-20th-century architecture with fresh, contemporary elements.

The 300-seat main dining room and 100-seat Green Room feature rich leather banquettes, a grand marble bar, and custom lighting that strikes a balance between intimacy with grandeur.

“Vanderbilt Hall was once the main waiting room for intercity travelers at Grand Central, and I was inspired by this idea of returning to the space to a community gathering place in the heart of Manhattan, where busy commuters might pause for a delicious cocktail or bite to eat,” says David Rockwell, founder and president of Rockwell Group.

“It was an honor to work within the landmarked room and draw on its Beaux-Arts language for a contemporary, elevated experience,” he adds.

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