Robert

A Gem for Special OccasionsI managed to snag a last-minute reservation at Robert, it's a hidden spot, but our go to spot. The moment you step in, you're greeted by the soothing sounds of live piano, setting a classic, elegant vibe that's hard to beat. The night view of Columbus Circle is simply breathtaking from here. Although the food might not reach Michelin-star standards, it's very decent, satisfying, and well-presented. The desserts are particularly adorable, adding a sweet touch to the evening, and the drinks are just as commendable. Perfect for a date night, a girls' night out, or to impress out-of-town guests. A heads up though - those coveted window seats? They're usually booked a month in advance, so plan accordingly. Overall, Robert offers an experience that's both memorable and charming. Highly recommended!

The main draw of this restaurant is supposed to be the stunning view, but unfortunately, I can't speak to that since we were seated behind a wide pillar. We had requested a better table when booking, and despite empty tables being available, we were told those had to be specifically requested--something we had already done. Oh well. On the bright side, the drinks were solid, appetizers were ok and the lamb chops were flavorful. The bouillabaisse was completely lacking in flavor. Desserts also didn't impress.Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but it also wasn't one that left me eager to return. Maybe it's worth another shot just for the view, assuming I actually get to see it next time.

The view and live piano music are both lovely. They give very nice ambiance to your evening.However, the food and service were a bit lacking. Our server seemed to have too many tables and no help (ie no one to refill water glasses or bus tables in our section), so the service was a bit slow. The salads were fine and a decent portion for the price, but our entrees were both a bit overcooked and a small portion. I would pick somewhere else for a pre-theater meal next time.

I'm unsure of the appeal of this restaurant past the view. Unfortunately, you cannot eat a view. The worst part was the atmosphere; the place looked like a retro 1970s "hip" restaurant that, if you lived in a small town, everyone would say was "the nicest restaurant in town," but in reality, it was an incredibly old, tacky place that felt like it was trying too hard. They have no excuse to have colored, worn-out chairs with neon plastic decors. Now, since it is a restaurant, let's talk about the food. The salmon was effectively raw in the center despite it taking a long time, the house bread tasted store-bought and cold, and everything else just felt incredible mid.The service was not great either. We ordered a drink, and it arrived an hour later (still before our food, but an HOUR to make a salmon and steak?). We went at 4pm, so there were no excuses for the slow service; the place was empty.There was absolutely nothing notable or remarkable about this place, past the view that you can see on every other floor.

Robert is located on the 9th floor of Museum of Art and Design and we really only meant to take a peek because we had lunch reservations elsewhere.I was curious to what the restaurant above the museum was like and when we got there, I couldn't help myself from asking for a table so we sat, enjoyed the view, and had dessert. Well except for my daughter who only wanted fries.They had Pumpkin Cheesecake was absolutely irresistible. Since the flavor is out of seasons it felt like a no brainer with a push of cravings to get it.I also enjoyed a fruit bowl and I must say, their presentation was fabulous! I had no expectations and was incredibly blown away. The pear was fresh and crisp. It was sweet without being too ripe. It was a is of berries apple and pineapple. This would be lovely for breakfast. What an art! I also had tea and enjoyed it with gusto.The service we received was excellent Thank you for indulging my curiosity!

Let me say the ambiance and the view of Columbus circle was excellent. The server was very accommodating.l throughout the experience. She was cute too ! ... Unfortunately after that things go downhill. First the I had the foie gras appetizer which was delicious without any accompaniments. Yet what was added to balance the flavors of the dish seemed stale and clearly wasn't freshly made. Next the Squid Ink pasta with lobster was the worst dish I've had in years. The picture says it all. Lastly the sautéed greens were warm but flavorless. The wine I had was mid and the lychee infused strawberry rose my spouse had was ehh. The waiter heard my complaint and gave me the option to have the Ink pasta removed off of the bill . As we moved to dessert options , I chose to have a glass of Hennessy VSOP neat. Unfortunately there wasn't enough left to give me a complete glass so I was given another option which I settled for. When it was time to get our coats, we realized that the hostess forgot to give us our coat tickets . As we waited for our coats , one of the head waiters began to yell at two workers attempting to get into the elevator with a cart or table. Customer were still in the building and that was distasteful overall. He did not need to talk to them that way. Abusive behavior. Outside of the our waiter , the ambiance which included a live jazz musician , the food was below average.

My BF made reservations at Robert for date night and requested a table by the windows with a view of the Columbus Circle. Great ambiance with live music and views. Started the evening with an amuse-bouche and complimentary bread baskets. We ordered the mushroom barely soup, jumbo lump crab cake, squid ink linguini with lobster, lamb osso bucco, and pommes puree. We assumed the soup would be creamy, but it was a clear soup with bits of crunchy rice. The crab cake was the star of the show - huge chunks of crab meat paired with a delicious sauce. The pasta sauce was a bit too salty for my liking but came with a heaping portion of lobster. Service was great for the most part. Overall a good experience - recommend for special ocassions.

Elevated, classy atmosphere and great views of Central Park are the main draws for this restaurant; food is average run-of-the-mill American/Italian and priced high for small portions. Great spot if you're looking to kick back in a luxe setting and enjoy a slow conversation with coworkers/family. Avoid if you care more about the food.Started with an amuse bouche of vegetable samosa pieces. I was surprised to see these here. They were cold and seemingly unnecessary. For appetizers, the burrata ($18) was a more sour than usual which put me off; the crab cake ($23) was better but not memorable, and the "Thai coleslaw" it came with was rather flavorless. I struggled to identify what was distinctly Thai about it. We were a table of 4, and since each appetizer is supposedly portioned for only 1 person we doubled up both orders. Both are skippable.For mains, the filet mignon was decent, done medium rare with some diced roasted root vegetables on the side. But almost $50 for a pretty small piece of meat sent me. The gnocchi ($34) was disappointing; weak pesto flavor and we didn't take to the abundance of ricotta cubes, so we barely touched it. Chilean sea bass ($45) was good, but I would have liked to see more mushrooms since the menu description listed a couple. Squid ink linguini with lobster ($41) was a little bland - what "spicy" lobster sauce? Overall, tiny portions across all of these mains, plated decently but lacking in flavors.The desserts were delicious (when are they not?). Chocolate lava cake ($17) with vanilla ice cream and raspberries - a classic you can't go wrong with. The apple tarte tatine ($16) also came with vanilla ice cream and some dollops of apple puree. We closed out with complimentary chocolate caramel truffles.Service was patient and mostly attentive throughout the two hours we were parked there. I had to flag servers down a few times to get empty plates taken away. This place was quite expensive for the quality of the food, but ultimately, it's the whole vibe of the colorful, artistic interior, light jazz music, white tablecloths, and Central Park views that you're paying for.

Fancy spot on the top floor of an art museum overlooking Columbus Circle. Inside is super vibrant with pops of colors. Definitely a special occasion spot. Views were 10/10.Menu is American with an Asian twist. I enjoyed the Sea bass a lot. It's flaky and well-cooked. The use of mushrooms and sweet purple potato was fun, adding sweetness to the dish.Complimentary breads were also delicious.

Friendly staff, delish food, and an amazing view! Made a last min reservation. We were able to get a window table. Tried:Leek soupTuna tar tarRoasted chicken Fish specialOne was better than the next and all were good. The chef sent out a small complementary dessert. Perfect!