Classic NYC elegance, iconic hotel ambiance, perfect for high tea and special occasions.
Experience a touch of classic New York glamour at this iconic venue, known for its elegant ambiance and sophisticated offerings. While perhaps not a culinary destination in itself, it provides a memorable setting for special occasions, particularly afternoon tea. Consider it for the experience and the atmosphere, rather than groundbreaking cuisine.
The food here is generally seen as secondary to the experience. High tea is a popular offering, and while some find it to be a nice activity, especially for the ambiance, it's not universally praised for its culinary merit. Some reviews suggest other dining options might be more worthwhile.
"High tea is frequently mentioned as a notable offering, often suggested for its classic atmosphere and suitability for special occasions or a unique experience."
Customer sentiment leans towards viewing this establishment as a place for a classic, elegant experience, particularly for high tea, rather than for exceptional food.
Important Note
The food quality may not meet expectations for those seeking a gourmet experience, with sentiment suggesting it's more about the ambiance and iconic setting.
"The commenter suggests that doing a high tea in the city could be a cute activity for teens, citing the classic option at The Plaza Hotel."
Positive"The Palm Court at the Plaza is suggested as a beautiful bar option, with a prompt to 'look up'."
Positive"In a comment about Clark's Diner, the user mentioned that Clark's is 'better than Park Plaza.' This implies that Park Plaza is considered to be of lower quality than Clark's (which itself received mixed to negative reviews)."
Negative"The Plaza has Eloise-themed attractions and high tea, although the commenter questions its suitability for boys."
Neutral"The commenter recommends The Plaza only if the user is with kids for the Eloise experience. Otherwise, they suggest The Whitby Hotel or Bergdorf Goodman."
Neutral"The user is considering The Plaza for tea but questions if it's worth it, having found breakfast at Tiffany's (presumably at The Plaza) to be just okay."
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