NYC's only revolving restaurant w/ panoramic views. Revamped by Danny Meyer, it's a unique spot for classic American fare & amazing desserts. Perfect for tourists & locals alike.
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 NYC's only revolving restaurant, newly revamped by Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group. Enjoy panoramic city views as the dining room slowly spins, offering a unique perspective on Manhattan. The menu focuses on American classics, with steaks and a decadent chocolate cake drawing particular praise, making it a memorable spot for both tourists and locals.
The View offers classic American cuisine with a focus on steaks and burgers. Diners often praise the chocolate cake as a standout dessert. While some reviews mention the food as solid for the price and location, others find it to be just okay, particularly when compared to other high-end restaurants.
"The chocolate cake is frequently highlighted as a must-try dessert. Steaks, particularly the picanha, and the burger have also received positive mentions for their execution."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant's unique revolving experience and its city views. While some find the food solid and recommend dishes like the chocolate cake, others note it can be pricey and not as exceptional as other Danny Meyer establishments.
Important Note
Some diners find the restaurant to be pricey for the food quality, and it's often considered more of a tourist attraction than a culinary destination. One review mentioned a negative experience with lobster pasta being over sauced and dry.
"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."
Positive"This user confirmed the restaurant is open and that their Google maps does not indicate it is permanently closed."
Positive"This user inquired about the restaurant's status and provided a link, suggesting a change in their Google review page might be the cause of confusion."
Neutral"Responding to a query about nausea from the slow rotation of The View, the author confirmed that the movement is very slow and unlikely to cause discomfort."
Neutral"Inquiring about the rotating aspect of The View, the user asked if the slow movement would cause nausea."
Neutral"The View, located at the top of the Marriott Marquis, offers a great view of the city and has a roast chicken entree. It is conveniently located in Midtown."
Positive"The View in the Marriott Marquis was recommended as a birthday dinner option, suggesting it provides a good experience."
Positive"This revolving restaurant in the Marriott Marquis has been renovated and is suggested as a potential option, although its view of the sunset might be obstructed."
Positive"The View is noted as a nearby option to the theater with a nice enough atmosphere for the stated needs. However, it's described as potentially the weakest link within the Danny Meyer restaurant group."
Neutral"The View Restaurant, located in the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, offers a unique revolving dining experience with steak, chicken, and pasta available off-menu for children."
Positive"The View is a gimmicky rotating restaurant in Times Square. While now run by Danny Meyer, its food is considered only okay for the price, making it the weakest of his establishments."
Negative"The View is listed among several restaurant suggestions."
Neutral"The bar at the View is suggested as a potential Midtown option for a group."
Positive"The user who suggested The View clarified that it reopened a month or two prior to their comment."
Positive"It was confirmed that The View restaurant has reopened and is now operated by Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group."
Positive"A user questioned if The View restaurant is still closed."
Neutral"The View, located in the Marriott Marquis, is suggested as a rotating restaurant with city views. It has reopened and is now operated by Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group."
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