NYC's only revolving restaurant w/ panoramic city views. Revamped by Danny Meyer, offering elevated American classics & a chic lounge. A truly unique dining experience.
Sonal Shah reviews The View, a revolving restaurant in Times Square, highlighting its successful blend of 80s charm and modern sophistication, making it a hit for both tourists and locals seeking a unique dining experience with impressive city views.
Experience New York City like never before at this iconic revolving restaurant, now revitalized under the renowned Union Square Hospitality Group. Perched high above Times Square, it offers a unique dining journey with panoramic views that transform with every rotation. Indulge in a menu of elevated American classics, from perfectly cooked steaks to decadent desserts, all while enjoying a sophisticated ambiance that blends nostalgic charm with modern elegance.
The View offers a menu of American classics, with particular praise for its steaks, burgers, and the chocolate cake. While some reviewers find the food solid and well-executed for the setting, others note that it can be overpriced or inconsistent, with some dishes like the black bass being a disappointment. The revamped cocktail and wine program has been positively received.
"The chocolate cake is frequently mentioned as a standout dessert. Steaks, particularly the picanha, and the char-broiled burger are also recommended as solid choices."
Customer feedback is mixed, with some praising the unique revolving experience and the ambiance, while others cite high prices and inconsistent food quality. The recent revamp under Union Square Hospitality Group has generally been seen as a positive step, improving the overall dining experience.
Important Note
Some find the restaurant to be overpriced for the quality of food, and it's often considered a tourist spot. Service has been noted as inconsistent at times.
"The View is a recommended rooftop bar."
Positive"This is a revolving restaurant located very high up in the Marriott Marquis Hotel, potentially offering a view of Times Square."
Neutral"The View at the Marriott Marquis has decent prime rib au jus and is conveniently located for tourists."
Positive"Mentions The View as another Danny Meyer / USHG spot available through pulsd for NYE, implying it's a comparable option to Manhatta."
Neutral"The View is listed as a restaurant option in Times Square."
Neutral"The View restaurant at the Marriott Marquis is suggested as an option, with the rotating feature expected to be a hit with children."
Positive"The View at Marriott Marquis is mentioned as potentially the 'best' option in Times Square, as it has a new establishment run by a respected restaurateur."
Neutral"The original poster considered one of the restaurants at the Marriott Marquis, which includes The View, but was looking for other iconic options."
Neutral"A previous visit to The View during childhood evoked a feeling of grandeur, and the food is now reportedly good."
Positive"The restaurant was taken over by a restaurateur known for excellent food and hospitality, suggesting an improved dining experience."
Positive"Recalling a past positive experience with 'Le petit chef' at The View, the user believes their daughter would enjoy the rotating restaurant."
Positive"The View offers a glamorous dining experience overlooking Times Square, suitable for a visiting 13-year-old."
Positive"This user finds the new iteration of The View to be enjoyable for drinks and appreciates the nice view, despite admitting it might be considered tacky."
Positive"The user recommended The View, describing it as a unique restaurant with good food and service, and very much an 'only in New York' experience."
Positive"This restaurant was mentioned as an option with a view."
Positive"Suggests the rotating restaurant in Times Square, known as 'The View', as an option that children might enjoy."
Positive"This user questioned if the restaurant had changed its name, following up on the confirmation of it being open."
Neutral"This user stated that the closure notice was a glitch related to Google showing the old location."
Positive"A representative confirmed that the restaurant is currently open."
Positive"This user clarified that the restaurant is open and attributed the 'closed' status to a glitch on Google Maps, affecting the old listing of The View."
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