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Crane Club’s Secret Burger Drops in West Chelsea
June 5, 2025, 10:47.29 pm ET

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Photos: Jenn Kimmel Photography

Crane Club — the West Chelsea hot spot from acclaimed chef Melissa Rodriguez and Tao Group Hospitality — is adding a little mystery to its menu with a secret burger drop. Known for its luxe wood-fired dishes and raw bar, the buzzy restaurant is now offering a very limited Crane Club Burger exclusively in the bar room.

Here’s the catch: it’s only available from 5:30 to 6pm, Tuesday through Saturday, and there are just 12 burgers per night. No reservations, no substitutions, and it won’t even be listed on the menu. But for those in the know (now you are), it’s a must-try.

Chef Rodriguez’s spin on the classic includes a dry-aged prime beef patty topped with white cheddar and preserved tomato, served with a side of fries — a nod to comfort food, executed with the same finesse as her fine dining fare. Think of it as a perfectly rare burger moment in every sense.

For fans of top-tier bites in a stunning setting, this bar-only special is the latest reason Crane Club is climbing to the top of NYC’s dining scene.


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