60th-floor views w/ creative, seasonal American cuisine. Perfect for special occasions.
Perched 60 floors high, this stylish American restaurant offers stunning, unobstructed panoramic views of Manhattan. Chef Justin Bogle's revitalized kitchen delivers ambitiously creative and globally-influenced dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients. Signature dishes include the luxurious Oysters Manhatta with uni and Champagne sabayon, and a standout dry-aged duck.
The cuisine is New American with globally-influenced dishes that highlight seasonal ingredients. Standout dishes include Oysters Manhatta with uni and Champagne sabayon, and a dry-aged duck. The burger, often available at the bar, is frequently praised as one of the best in the city. While generally well-received, some diners found the food to be good but not exceptional.
"The steak burger and banana dessert are highly praised. The truffle chopped cheese (off-menu at the bar) and roast duck are also recommended. Oysters Manhatta with uni and Champagne sabayon are a signature dish."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the spectacular views and excellent service, often describing it as a perfect spot for special occasions. While most find the food to be very good, a few have noted it as not exceptional.
Important Note
Some users have noted that while the views are spectacular, the food can be good but not always exceptional. Counter seating primarily faces the kitchen, not the view. Reservations are recommended, especially for window seats.
"This commenter listed Manhatta as a recommendation."
Neutral"Regarding Manhatta, the user noted that it is likely outside of the specified budget for the birthday dinner."
Negative"Manhatta in FiDi offers amazing views that contribute to a unique dining experience. The atmosphere is generally calm, allowing for pleasant conversation, and the service is great."
Positive"The commenter suggested Manhatta for a special occasion lunch, noting it costs $65 for two courses plus tax and tip. They highlighted the beautiful city views and the special dining room as reasons for the recommendation."
Positive"This commenter agrees that Manhatta is a good recommendation, fitting the $300 budget with pairings after tax and tip."
Positive"The user believes Manhatta is more appropriate for a client dinner than SAGA, which is better reserved for celebratory occasions or loved ones."
Positive"Manhatta was very impressive, with the commenter enjoying watching the pastry chefs at the chef's counter."
Positive"The user suggests Manhatta is a better choice for a client or colleague dinner compared to SAGA, which is better suited for dates or occasions where both parties are comfortable spending a long time together."
Positive"The user recommends Manhatta, stating it has a shorter meal duration, is less expensive, and offers more choices compared to SAGA. This is suggested for a colleague who may not enjoy a very long meal."
Positive"Manhatta is mentioned as a potential option alongside Saga."
Positive"Manhatta was listed as a restaurant that might have a private dining area suitable for small group events."
Positive"The commenter clarified that their previous observation of a group with children occurred during restaurant week lunch, suggesting it might not be the typical clientele. They noted the restaurant seemed accommodating of children during the day."
Positive"The commenter has frequented Manhatta at night and has not seen children, suggesting it might not be a child-friendly atmosphere after dark, but acknowledges it could differ during lunch."
Neutral"This restaurant is beautiful and was recommended as an option for a post-elopement lunch. The commenter saw a couple celebrating their marriage and a group with small children during a lunch visit."
Positive"Manhatta was highlighted for its epic view."
Neutral"This is a recommendation for a restaurant with an epic view, specifically mentioning The Manhatta."
Positive"The user investigated Manhatta but found their private space's minimum spend exceeded their budget, and regular tables could only accommodate up to six people, not their group of ten."
Negative"A user recommended Manhatta for its city views and good food, noting it's suitable for lunch or dinner and has a prix fixe lunch menu. They later clarified that their group size of 10 exceeded the regular table capacity."
Neutral"This user suggests that negative opinions about Manhatta's food might stem from a period when only a bar menu was available post-pandemic."
Neutral"This user prefers Manhatta for its views over another option."
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