You can never go wrong with a Danny Meyer establishment. He's like the King Midas of nyc the restaurant industry -- everything he touches turns to gold. I had dinner at the restaurant on the 47th floor but they also have a bar/lounge on the 48th floor as well with a different menu. The ambiance is incredible, and it is such a cool concept that the restaurant literally turns slowly so you get a full 360 view of the city as you eat. And the live music is such an elegant touch. Some things to note that prevented me from giving it stellar remarks -- they ran out of all fish when I ordered and it wasn't even that late (we were there at 7.30pm) and as a pescatarian it was pretty disheartening so I just had to go with the crab cake appetiser as my main, which was good so not the worst situation. The food did take a while to come so we were definitely starving by that point. But once it did come, I was pleased. The potato au gratin -- incredible. Absolutely must get. That alone is worth the wait. Overall, it's definitely a cool concept and the food is really good too. read more

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Ambiance (5/5): To enter the restaurant, find the Marriott hotel and take the escalators to the third floor. Check in with the receptionist who called an elevator for us, then we'd go up to the top level. If you are afraid of heights be warned--these elevators are SO fast and the views were cool! The restaurant goes a full rotation in 2 hours. You don't feel the movement while its moving at all. It's very cool to see the panoramic view of the city but of course there are moments where you will see the back of a building obfuscated with nothing. It was not very busy on a weeknight at 6pm but did seem to fill out more as the night progressed. Most people were very dressed up, like button up, dresses, etc. Live piano music (all night?) Service (5/5): Every moment, we felt like we were helped when we needed it. Our server was a sommelier and helped to pick the wine for one of us. The food timing was great. We had no issues. Our dining experience was at least 2 hours. Jumbo Lump Blue Crab Cake (5/5): The crab cake meat was very generous, fresh, and tasted superb with the spicy remoulade! Fried Artichokes (5/5): Although a very standard app, the artichokes were fried to perfection and the garlic dip made each bite very creamy and delicious. Caesar Salad (5/5): The salad was large enough to share among a few. Dressing was heavy with several toppings and depth to textures. Tuna Carpaccio (4/5): While the tuna was very fresh, it didn't blow me away compared to the other items that we tried on the menu. Cocktails are outrageously priced at $22 but expected for the views of the city. My Opening Night was delicious but can't fathom paying for that except for the view. Dry Aged Ribeye (5/5): Wowza, the crust of the ribeye is out of this world!! Definitely the better choice over the prime au jus prime rib. While it was very flavorful, the dry aged slice seasoning felt enjoyable on its own a little bit more. I favored the creaminess of the Béarnaise sauce a bit more than their Au Poivre. Lobster Spaghetti ''Alla Chitarra' (2/5): This was a recommended dish and was a bit of a letdown. Expect a pasta dish with some tomato sauce with small chunks of lobster. Sauce was a little spicy but overall there wasn't much to it. They make the pasta in-house! The side accompaniments were not hugely standouts: Potatoes Au Gratin, Creamed Spinach, and Grilled Broccoli However, their desserts were great, namely the: Banana Sundae (5/5): I loved the chunks of banana cake! The caramel dressing melted into the ice cream and everything incorporated really well. Cookie (4/5): The cookie was warm so the chocolate melted and the cookie itself fell apart while picking it up. Perhaps because it was too soft, not sweet enough, or something--the cookie wasn't it for me despite the rest of the group loving it. read more

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One of the more memorable dinners! The view was definitely worth it, especially during sunset. The crab cake was good - didn't have much fillers, but the crab meat was rather stringy/dry than lumpy/juicy. (Ah, how I miss you, Maryland crab cakes.) The seared duck breast was tender and paired nicely with the dates but could've been more juicy. The creamed spinach was less creamy than expected but very flavorful, and the potatoes au gratin were absolutely amazing. The signature chocolate cake was very impressive, especially the caramel sauce that came on the side. Service was warm and attentive! Upscale ambience but not stuffy (we don't like pretentiousness, thanks). read more

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Such a fun dining experience. Danny Meyer didn't need to do much: serve good food and let us enjoy the view. The revolving restaurant is kind of awesome, I fear. The food is solid, too. Steak and Americana. We had a reservation for 3 at 7:15pm on a Wednesday that I got 2 days before. It didn't seem hard to get the reservation, although it was pretty bustling when we were seated. The view is actually delightful. There's a live pianist, which was cool. We stayed for 3 hours or so and completed 1.5 full rotations, seeing the pianist twice, who was still playing after a few hours. I have to mention that we waited quite a while between ordering and courses, so have patience. It's kind of a luxury being at the top of a Times Square Marriott in their revolving restaurant, I guess. We got cocktails - dirty vodka martinis, old fashioneds, margaritas. All were quite boozy and delicious. They're $22, but what do you expect at a restaurant like this? We got half a dozen oysters, and the complimentary bread service, which is actually some bread crisps that are very well-seasoned with an everything-bagel-like seasoning. Tasty. For mains, we got a burger, the bass, and the duck. Everything was pretty solid, if sliiightly overcooked. I liked my burger bun. The dishes are all also presented very nicely, like the sea bass cut out table-side from the sous vide bag and plated very carefully by a server. For dessert, we shared an espresso martini and the whipped cocktail, along with the $18 chocolate cake. Get the cake, it's massive and covered in caramel and worth it. The whipped cocktail was nice. Service was weirdly...fine. It seems like they were flustered and slow and not trained well? They were nice but so slow, and it wasn't even uber busy... I fear what it's like on a weekend night. We had patience, but also they spilled a whole glass of water on me and again, thankfully I was patient, but come on... friendly, but just not the quality I expect at a Danny Meyer restaurant. Or maybe I should lower my expectations and just enjoy the view. read more

The food is good; not great . The service was great ; except for the manager coming over and engaging in full conversation in the midst of me and my partner holding hands, staring into each other's eyes , and whispering to each other . He was very , very nice . But , for us , why askinf how the service was - was him doing his job; asking where we are from ( NY ), what brought us to the restaurant , how we were enjoy the skyline view, and other questions was a bit extra for us . But we respect that some customers would crave what we felt was a gently overzealous intrusion . #firstWorldCrisisNOT read more

The view is located inside the Marriot Marquis on the 48th floor. It's a very nice and clean establishment with a beautiful view of the city. I came before the crowd and only had raw oysters and drinks (so I can't really judge the food). The oysters were fresh and the drinks were made to perfection. The ambiance was nice and it's perfect for a date night. Everyone was really nice and very attentive. I would definitely come back during my next visit to NY. read more

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I won't comment too much on food and beverages because one: I didn't really order their mains, two: it's called The View cuz of, well, The View. The View is located at the top of Marriott Marquis in Times Square. It has two floors, the top lounge and the main dining room below the lounge. Naturally, we went to the top. The View is a revolving restaurant, so there's really no bad seat as long as you're seated on the outer side. We went a few times, and I'd say service was average and server-dependent, but for the most part, pretty good. As customary for a hotel restaurant, especially one that offers a view, drinks and food are pricy, but the ones we ordered were delicious. The view itself is not bad. It's not as good as the observatory deck, but you're inside cocktail in hand and you don't have to fight to see NYC from above. Overall, it's a really nice and quiet date spot! read more

The staff was so attentive and food was phenomenal:) Finding the place was a bit much but they have signage pretty much everywhere, just ask any employee if you have any questions about directions. Food and drinks were delicious! Fried artichokes were my fave. read more

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A revolving restaurant is kind of old school. This one sits atop the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square and surely first opened in the 20th century. It was recently taken over by renowned restauranteur Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group, so I gave it a try. While the food was decent, the view was meh on a cloudy day. To get to the View, you are guided to a special elevator from the 3rd floor of the hotel. You are dropped off on the 48th floor, which is the Lounge, which serves small bites along with drinks. The restaurant is on the 47th floor, down another elevator or a staircase. The restaurant revolves quite slowly; it takes about 90 minutes for a full rotation. While you see the tops of many mid-town buildings, you don't see down to Times Square itself, nor did I see the Empire State or Chrysler buildings. I suppose sunset and/or evening lights would be more impressive. There is a live pianist. The menu is fairly traditional steakhouse fare. I started with the fried artichokes with garlic aioli, which were pretty good, albeit a bit greasy. Note the only "bread" you are given are a few cheesy breadsticks. My entree choice was the roast chicken with a warm green bean and bread salad and mustard jus. Tasty, but very messily plated. There were maybe 2 pieces of bread. For sides, I always get creamed spinach, which was fine, as were the potatoes au gratin. Dessert was a very good cherries jubilee sundae. Overall a decent dining experience. read more

This is a nostalgic and classic New York City dining experience with a romantic ambience. The revolving view of the city coupled with the pianist and the classy waitstaff make for the perfect backdrop for an elevated dining experience. It reminds me of the Windows on the World from the former World Trade Center. Their Manhattan cocktail was memorable. The potato au gratin hit the spot alongside the flavorful picanha. The crab cake was also pretty good. The banana oats sundae was a delectable dessert. read more

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We have been to New York twice and both times we ate at the view. Both times we really had a wonderful time. The service is great, but it's really all about the view and the experience of looking out over New York City while dining. The food was also terrific, as was the ambience. It was relaxing with a live pianist who takes requests and didn't shy away when I asked him to play Frank Sinatra's New York New York. I thought I might get laughed at, but he stated that no one had even requested it that evening. But better way to enjoy a wonderful meal with a wonderful view, then by listening to a pianist play New York, New York. read more

Drink was STRONG! Food was okay, we went super late so they didn't have the full menu. The sliders with the horseradish were really great, but the oysters and the other dish were not worth the price. Ambiance was amazing (hard not to be in a place like this). Service wasn't great, but it was ok. Very enjoyable experience, great vibes. Good drinks, decent food. GREAT view and ambiance. I would recommend!!! read more

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Horrible experience! When we arrived we told the host that we didn't have much time and were there for one drink in the lounge...then had a show to attend but planned to come back for dinner...once seated it took 7-8 minutes to have server Juan come by and ask for our drink order...8-10 minutes later he comes back to our table without any drinks and asks if I wanted a single or a double...irritated the wife and I looked at each other and said never mind...and told him to forget about it! As we were walking to the door the smart ass waiter Juan comes walking by us really fast and shows us a platter with one whiskey drink on it and says "you wanna taste this one"? I'm sorry but when staying at the Marriott Marquis and spending the money my wife and I are for a suite...you would expect a bit different level of service! Much improvement needed here! 10 times better service at the Hilton! read more

We stayed at this hotel and needed a spot for dinner on our first night. The concierge encouraged us to try the View. It was spectacular. Getting to see a 360 degree view of midtown while enjoying a delicious meal was such a treat. We started with the crab cake and the fried artichokes. Both were delicious but I have to say, I was weary of getting a singular crab cake for $32. But this thing was loaded with fresh crab and fell apart due to how much crab was in it instead of fillers. The sauce was a nice accompaniment and not very spicy. I got the swordfish and was so impressed by the delicate care put into the leeks. They were both charred to perfection and served under the filet with a sautéed soft texture. Made me a leek lover. My parents got the chicken and the lobster pasta. The chicken is a huge portion and we all got to enjoy some. My dad's spaghetti was cooked perfectly and the sauce was bright and not sweet. Their focaccia is heavenly. We loved this place so much we went back for drinks and appetizers on Thanksgiving. The stuffed mushrooms and spinach dip were amazing. I'm not usually a hotel restaurant kind of person but this place is something special. read more

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Amazing service , amazing dinner and the ambience of the restaurant was amazing ahah .. Just enjoyed every bit of my night here definitely recommend.. read more

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Dining at The View was truly an unforgettable NYC experience. Before dinner, I headed up to the lounge and enjoyed a cocktail as the city slowly spun beneath me. Yes, the restaurant actually rotates. I highly recommend starting your evening there. I sipped on a sweet Moscato, my favorite way to ease into a night out, followed by their version of a Pornstar Martini made with Kettle One and passion fruit. Fruity, bold, and smooth. A perfect pre-dinner treat. We kicked dinner off with oysters and a shrimp cocktail, and both were absolutely fresh and flavorful. The ideal start to the meal. I chose the crab cake for my entrée, and it was delicious. Well-seasoned, perfectly seared on the outside, and moist on the inside. It paired perfectly with the elegant atmosphere and twinkling skyline. The best part was watching the sun set over the river and NYC skyline as the restaurant rotated, offering a view from every angle without leaving your seat. Between the ambiance, the cocktails, and the quality of the seafood, The View lives up to its name and then some. Perfect for a romantic evening, a celebration, or just treating yourself. Service was amazing! Upstairs Samantha was my attendee and downstairs I believe her name was Isabell read more

Located in the Marriot on 45th Street. Escalator to the 3rd floor where you are greeted and escorted to an elevator with floor to ceiling windows. It then takes off and rockets you to the 48th floor in seconds as you watch each floor pass by. You are seated in the quietest restaurant in NYC surrounded by floor to ceiling windows as your table slowly, almost unnoticeably, circumnavigates the entire building. We shared several appetizers, Caesar Salad, Shrimp Cocktail, and Fried Artichokes. All very yummy. Also had the Cheesecake dessert which was great. Had a wonderful ride down that elevator. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised this is reopened. With new food management it went under a complete renovation. It circles the city while you're sitting eating dinner. They did a great job renovating it. The waitress and staff were very nice and accommodating and knowledgeable. I had the black bass which was very good. It came with asparagus we also had the Pork chop, which was very good. The shrimp appetizer was large and delicious as was the steak. We also had a wedge salad mashed potatoes and mushrooms, which was all good. it was a delicious meal and a beautiful atmosphere and it was my birthday and they even gave me a complementary sherbet, which was like icing on the cake for such a lovely evening. We will return. I would like to come back when it's dark so I can see the city all lit up. read more

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This review is for The Lounge at The View. The View, at the top of the Marriott Marquis, is a great spot for pre and post theater cocktails. The view from The View is great. The View moves slowly so it takes 75 to 90 minutes to go the full 360 degrees. It is worth the time and the cocktails are good too. read more

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I went here for my birthday in March and loved this place! The only reason I have t give it a 4 is because the person that took me here didn't like his lamb chops. The service was great and we loved our waitress! I wish I remembered her name but she had such PERSONALITY which I loved! I also loved my food but the crab cakes were so darn yummy OMG! The ambiance was also very lovely! read more

Not suitable for vegetarians. They do have 1 mushroom pasta dish but that's all. Nothing for vegans and they do not offer a special menu or allow any modifications (like leaving the mushrooms off the pasta!) Also the service is very slow. Both times I've gone we sit with empty plates and glasses. The servers don't seem that busy so maybe it is the kitchen. I've made the mistake of a 4:30 seating to get to a 7 a clock show twice. Only made it through apps because of the slowness. read more

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We went to the View to celebrate my birthday. It's a great special occasion restaurant. The service is classic Danny Meyer- amazingly engaged and solicitous, but not over the top or pretentious. There was an excellent pianist playing. A shout out to our Yacouba, our waiter. He was charming and we enjoyed chatting with him during the course of our visit. The restaurant does a complete rotation about every 2:20. We timed our reservation so we would see the sun set and it was really fun to watch. We started off with excellent focaccia. The cocktails were great. I usually find martinis with mixed gins to be gimmicky, but theirs was really good. We shared crab cakes, Cesar salad and a spring salad. They were all great. We tried a couple of different steaks and sides. They were all really good. The broccoli was unremarkable, but then again, it's broccoli. The burger and picanha steak are the two best values. Desserts were really good. This restaurant has gotten lukewarm reviews from critics. I think it's because it isn't a new or exciting concept featuring a new chef or cutting edge cuisine. The View is a restaurant from a restauranteur who knows what he's doing with a unique location, excellent service and a well executed menu. read more

My husband and I were looking for something unique during our NYC trip -- and The View Restaurant & Lounge absolutely delivered! Located on the 48th floor of the Marriott Marquis, this place slowly rotates 360° every hour, giving you an ever-changing view of the city while you dine. It was something we really wanted to try -- and it was even better than we expected! We had a lovely dinner with wine, and everything tasted amazing. Our server was friendly and helpful, and the overall vibe was calm, romantic, and elegant. The rotation is slow and smooth, so you're not dizzy -- just mesmerized by the changing city lights. Sitting by the window made it even more special. You look outside -- and 10 minutes later, the view has transformed. It's magical. And let's not forget the panoramic elevator that takes you to the top -- what a fun way to start the evening! This is a must-do in New York, especially if you love unique dining experiences. Whether you're celebrating or just want to see the city from a new perspective, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND (Personally mine). read more

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Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group has done it again! The View is a welcome addition to the Times Square restaurant scene. I had high hopes for this restaurant, perched on the 47th floor of the Marriott Marquis hotel and this new spot delivered. The service was warm and attentive, the food was delicious and the drinks were strong. The space is more modestly decorated than other restaurants in this restaurant group, however this was understandable because it's really about the view. As a native New Yorker, I thought this concept was fun but not amazing! If you're looking for a classy place to grab a drink or a bite before a show, I'd come here. Ordered: Kingston margarita ($22)- wow, just wow. I'll be back for this cocktail. A classic margarita done well and then there was a twist! I like that it came with grapefruit soda which you can add as you wish. Shrimp cocktail ($28)- four jumbo prawns arrived on ice with shaved fresh horseradish. It came with cocktail sauce. I enjoyed this! Hearts of palm salad ($22)- this was a nice salad with multicolor orange slices, hearts of palm, radicchio and pistachios. The flavors worked well together although it wasn't earth shattering. Tuna carpaccio ($26)- topped with dressed arugula and fried capers, this was a high quality appetizer. Black bass ($32)- this felt like the best value and one of my favorites! The fish was cooked to perfection and the broth had saffron, swiss chard and olives. The only thing missing was some good bread to sop up the broth. The view chocolate cake ($18)- this is a very large slice of cake! It's dense and chocolatey and if that's not enough, it came with caramel sauce. Three of us split it and it was huge. I'd say it's a good value. Dining here was a fun experience! I was pleased from start to finish. read more

This is a review for the Lounge (48th floor) at The View, a rotating bar lounge at the Marriott Marquis. Once inside the hotel, take the clearly signed escalator up one level to the 3rd floor. From there, follow the signs for The View, where a host will greet you and escort you to the 48th floor. There was a complementary coatcheck on the 3rd floor (which makes immense sense). They recently reopened after a long closure in Feb 2025. We went in April on a Saturday evening after seeing a matinee close by. I have been here many times over the years but haven't been in over a decade, and it is QUITE different. I was excited to go since it had been so long and we were having a classic NY theater weekend. Finding out it was part of Danny Meyer's restaurant group made it an easy sell to us. So much to say about this scene, the slow easy views and new setup. Very satisfied with the delicious food and pricing (for this neighborhood). I think the restaurant is appropriately overpriced but the lounge is a bit of a bargain considering the view and service. (Note: I've had worse and more expensive drinks at some of the divish bars close by). We had beers and cocktails after an Italian dinner a few blocks away. Extremely pleased with the service from every single person met but our friendly and prompt server Drew was stellar. It seemed everyone knew how to handle the theater and tourist crowd. Next time we will sample the raw bar and other items but our deserty sweet post meal cocktails were a lovely way to spend over an hour chatting about the day and relaxing while it April showers rained outside. Sorry no photos of the actual view but it's all of TS and the midtown Manhattan, and you can look down to see the hubbub below. read more

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Fantastic ambiance, hospitality, and dining at the newly renovated and upgraded revolving restaurant on the 47th floor of the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. Now part of the USH family, this refreshed version brings the beloved 80s and 90s icon back to modern-day glory. The restaurant completes a full 360-degree rotation every 90 minutes, turning clockwise when viewed from above. The Caesar salad was rich, cheesy, and indulgent. The steaks were tender and perfectly seared, and the sides were flavorful and generously portioned. But the true show-stopper was the chocolate cake with caramel sauce--absolutely unforgettable. Stellar service from Ashley E., who was attentive, meticulous, and personable. Special thanks to Mike P. for his warm and gracious hospitality. read more

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The food was actually good, the pastries could have come warmer. The juice was delicious and coffee was ok. The view is alright. Service was ok. I wouldn't describe this an upscale restaurant. read more

Wonderful experience at The View, and the view! The restaurant is rotating so slowly, and at dinner time it's beautiful and gives you various views of Times Square. Service was top-notch, the wait staff are attentive without being annoying, a hard task but they do it well. I never felt smothered but did feel taken care of all evening. The Caesar salad was delish, I ordered the snake river farms picanha for dinner... holy buttery beef. Delicious! Broccoli and mushrooms were perfect alongside. The piano tunes created the perfect ambience, and with good company was a perfect night out in NYC. read more

I made a rez here before a show to try something "fun" and we had a great time! Our waitress was so cool and lovely, we really enjoyed the food and cocktails (which tbh I didn't expect ! I thought you were paying for, well, the view), the ambience was old New York but still relaxed and there was live piano. And our wonderful server got us out to our show with perfect timing. If you're curious, check out The View, I don't think you'll be disappointed. read more

We enjoyed our dinner at The View. We had 6pm reservations and they seated us almost immediately when we walked in. Go to the third floor of the Marriott Lobby and there is an attendant there to help you get on the elevator to go up. We had oysters and I wouldn't get them again, they weren't great. We also had salmon and steak for entrees. Both were very good. The view out of the restaurant was lovely and made for a nice evening. read more

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We went to The View before a show so we could take a look at the New York skyline in the rotating bar, which was modern and nicely decorated. Our drinks were great and the appetizers delicious. We had a pleasant server and they paid attention to the time so we could get to our show. read more

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What a cool concept just steps from Times Square! Great service at this white tablecloth restaurant. Steaks were way above average and the wine list was rock solid. The restaurant completed a full 360 spin during our dinner, giving us beautiful view after beautiful view! A must stop when you're in the area. read more

The View - Dessert - Lounges Near Me - New York, New York

What happened to this place? We've Been to the lounge 3 times since opening, so we decided to eat dinner here after a show. It was like night and day. The shrimp were ok, not as flavorful as before, but at least they were cold . The steak tartare was warm, over salted, had too many capers, and was borderline inedible. The Caesar salad was warm and soggy and overdressed. The halibut was unsalted, the sauce was unseasoned and watery , and it was basically missing the pea puree and had about 1/2 a morel in it. The lobster thermidor was missing the sauce, and was essentially a tiny tough over-grilled lobster. Literally the only thing in a $300+ meal that was cooked correctly were the fries. What the hell happened to this place Danny Meyer???? read more

The way to get there was a maze and make me feel like an exclusive club member. The service was exceptional from start to finish. The service in the restaurant was great and our server was well versed in the NYC things to do. The ambiance was great but not over the top. The rotating floor was nice and the piano player was very talented. The staff was attentive and worked as a team. The food was really good. Cooked perfectly and seasoned right. The only thing not perfect was the mashed potatoes had too much salt. The family style sides was just right in the amount. I would 100% recommend "The View" for a dinner date. read more

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The ambiance was really nice, and it was extremely aesthetically pleasing however the wait was not worth it for our food. It was clear our ticket was missed because apart from the surrounding tables receiving their food after arriving about 30 minutes after us, it was very clear that the mean was rushed with how overly charred the lamb & steak was, & overcooked the meat was. The server was very accommodating and her service was good, but not sure if we'll be returning. read more

We had a lovely dinner on a Saturday night at The View. I didn't know what to expect given the Times Square location and the spinning aspect. We were celebrating a much delayed anniversary. I put it in the notes for our reservation and I'm glad we did. There was a nice card congratulating us. Then the manager, Mike came over to greet us. We ordered drinks. My husband had a mocktail (the Fool's Gold Fashioned and it was excellent), I got a Manhattan (more on that in a bit). Mike Noticed the non-alcoholic drink order. Apparently they usually do a complimentary glass of bubbly but since he saw the mocktail, he brought over some fancy Shirley Temples with Luxardo cherries. It was a little sweet for my taste. But then Mike came back again with a glass of bubbly for me because he noticed that I was having a traditional cocktail. Speaking of the Manhattan: one of the best I've ever had. The other two were at Keenes and Babbo. On the menu the drink was made with rye, which I know is traditional, but I prefer bourbon. I told them to surprise me on the bourbon. I wish I had asked because it was the smoothest Manhattan I've ever had. On to the food. We shared the fried artichoke. It was a little greasy but very good. The aioli was delicious. For dinner I had the filet and my husband the rib eye. Both were excellent. I had the Béarnaise sauce and it was a nice addition but the steak didn't need it. For our sides we chose the potatoes au gratin and the creamed spinach. Both were very good. For dessert I had the cherries jubilee sundae and my husband the cheesecake. His was very good. Nice texture. My sundae was good but nothing special. The only thing keeping this from being five stars is that aside from Mike, the service was good but not flawless. Our server was very pleasant and friendly and very attentive but a little green. But it didn't really detract from the experience. About the restaurant itself, the spinning seems gimmicky but it is very fun! We were seated around 8pm and the sun was setting. I was facing west so I got to see it. And as we ate and rotated, it became night and we were able to enjoy the skyline. We completed one full rotation. We had a wonderful meal. Once again I want to give props to Mike. He was very good and it's clear that the place runs smoothly because of him. We will definitely be back because our teen girl would love it. read more

Skylar was the absolute best. Thank you all so much for making this day a truly special one, we can't wait to be back. Order the prime rib and the Cadillac margarita! read more

When you take the elevator to the 48th floor of the Marriott Marquis, you're definitely winding up there for the view, and the slow-moving 360 degree views of Manhattan... and for that alone, The View fulfills its promise. The food and service are essentially what every other Time Square restaurant has become with the lowest common denominator of tourist expectations met (locals should only visit for drinks when there is an expense account involved). Wines by the glass appear to be a decent variety of selections until you try them and realize that they've picked bottles that either represent the bottom of the pecking order, or aren't stored well for days on end (we had to send two glasses back, one with sediment and the other with a clearly corked off-putting odor and taste). The food is two-star chain restaurant steakhouse quality at four-star prices. The cuts of meat have some fairly excessive fat and rely on copious amounts of seasonings to cover that up before it arrives at the table (I guess so that you'll hopefully not notice the lower quality?). Starters and sides continued the disappointment, with the fried artichokes being very small and mostly batter, and the caesar salad being drowned in over an inch of cheese, hiding the incredibly small amount of lettuce. The potatoes au gratin, however, was a standout side dish which would absolutely be worth ordering in the lounge with a cocktail. read more

New Yorkers don't normally go to places like this, but we went to go see the outsiders and decided to go upstairs and check it out. The view is amazing. This is a Danny Meyer establishment and he really needs to look out for his reputation because the food is fair at best. The kitchen is too far away from the dining rooms and by the time the food comes it's cold. Nobody knows what they're doing here. The kitchen staff is like a prison for the wait staff filled with rules that accommodates them and not the customer. They have no idea what's going on in the dining room and satisfy with taste. I doubt they stay in business if they don't make the proper changes. read more

Beautiful location and good food. Love the Sunday Happy Hours, although a few of the bartenders especially one of the ladies can be quite rude. read more