Rock Center Cafe

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20 W 50th St
New York, NY 10020

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(212) 332-7620
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Rock Center Cafe - New York, NY
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Rock Center Cafe - New York, NY
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Last year was our first time dining out on Christmas Day. We enjoyed a delicious dinner while watching the skaters on the ice rink outside. The Lobster Bisque was yummy! I asked f...

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went there with my family the sunday before christmas eve. We went for a quick bite and drinks. As soon as the waiter realized that we were not having a huge meal, he was brief ...

Thanksgiving Dinner 11/27/2005

Went here for Thanksgiving Dinner. Had reservation. Those that didn't weren't treated very well - and never got past the front door. Very busy and loud. Server was just OK. Had a pre plated dinner, shrimp and steak were extra charges. $200 for three for dinner without drinks seems a little high for what we got. Neat experience, but wouldn't do it again. Pros: view, location, atmosphere Cons: pricey, loud, average service more
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Mixed Feelings 3/31/2005

Went here for dinner - top notch service and excellent food, wine and view of ice rink. Went the next day for lunch - menu too pricey for lunch and the waiter was the WORST !! Usually we tip very well - left him 10%. Pros: View of Rink, Taste of Food, Kids Menu Cons: Variety of Food, Service, Price more
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delicious food 1/22/2005

The food was great. I definitely recommend the daily seared fish entree. Fish was very tasty and well-cooked. Also, I had a bite of friend's duck entree and it was amazing. It didn't have a gamey taste. Also, you get a great view of the ice skating rink. My only complaint was that the place is not very well-ventiliated. I was pretty cold during my whole entire meal. Pros: food, service more
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Excellent! 12/29/2004

My family and I ate there on Christmas day and had a great time! The food was excellent, and the service was amazing. Nobody rushed us through the 3 courses, and we had a great view of the rink. We will definitely be visiting the Rock Center Cafe every trip we take to New York, it was a highlight of our trip. Pros: Great food, Excellent Service, Great Scenery more
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Excellent view and excellent food! 11/29/2004

We had Thanksgiving dinner at Rock Center. The grilled polenta appetizer with shaved Parmiggiano was amazing. We both had the traditional turkey dinner and weren't disappointed. Even the pumpkin pie was great, and we are quite picky about our pumpkin pie. There is a nice romantic atmosphere and it overlooks the Rockefeller center rink. Highly recommended, but make reservations. Pros: View, Atmosphere, Food more
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A Good Experience 7/15/2004

I like this restaurant better as a lunch spot, where the food is a bit less pricey. The waiters I've had have been friendly and courteous, and the service and dining experience was good overall. The view definitely adds to the charm of this restaurant, making what would ordinarily be a place with above average to good food, a good place to come and eat. You pay a bit for the view in the prices, it is true, but it's worth it. If in midtown, it is definitely worth going to at least once, if only to judge for yourself. Pros: Good atmosphere, Good food more
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MUST VISIT IN MIDTOWN 2/13/2004

Great location with great views! Above average food and very attentive friendly service! The crab cakes are one of the best in the city. The weekend brunch is a great value. Pros: location, good food, friendly service Cons: crowded at lunch more
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Great food... but 2/13/2004

Went there a few months ago, and while the food was really good, and I was ready for it to be pricey, the one thing that bothered me was the waiter was standing in a corner watching us eat. I looked up a few times and his eyes didn't leave our table. I dunno what he thought I was going to do with the food, but that kind of weirded me out and made me decide not to eat there again. But it's great if you're a tourist I guess, so you can see Rockefellar Center. Pros: Great food more
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Powered Potatoes??? 12/24/2003

The mashed potatoes were powdered. Are you kidding? With a $35 entree and no vegatables it should at least come with real potatoes. When I complained to the snooty waiter he just gave me a blank stare like what do you expect? For a $170 bill for me, my wife and 2 kids. I expect more. The portions were tiny. Atmosphere was great. Will not return though. Pros: Atmosphere, Location Cons: Tiny portions , powdered potatoes!!!, crumby waiter more
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A Heady Brew. 3/26/2003

Excellent service,good food,tremendous portions,great views,economical wine list (and savvy),well managed,ice skating,and a three star chef! Unfortunately due to its' location it gets labelled, but it is worth the venture outside of your neighborhood. Anyone know of San Domenico, that NY Times three star restaurant on CPW? Well the chef that got them those three stars is running the show now and his name is Theo Schoenegger- ooh those lucky tourists! Pros: Location, Food, Service Cons: Location more
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Great Brunch! 3/17/2003

I recently stopped for a Sunday Brunch and had a great time. The staff was very friendly and polite. I had terrific Blueberry pancakes and my friend's pasta was really good. The views are great and it made for a pleasant sunday afternoon. Pros: Good Food, Views, Waitstaff were nice Cons: a little noisy, a bit pricey more
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Not just for tourists 3/10/2003

As a manhattan resident, I stayed away- it was a mistake. The service was quite accomodating and well paced. It was busy(very), but the Filet Mignon was comparable in size and flavor to major steakhouses. My wife's crab cakes were quite possibly the best ever tasted. The maitre'd gave us complimentary desserts which were delish! Ask to see the 30 wines (bottles) under $30. It is a great value, and watching the ice skaters fall was a riot. Pros: Quantity, Service, Quality Cons: Small lounge, Food creativity, marble floors more
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A find! 3/5/2003

I took some friends here the other night and had a great time. We had good drinks at the bar(Martini's) along with some free finger foods. our meals as terrific, especially the Crab Ckaes, Mushroom Pasta and Prime rib. Friendly service made it an enjoyable time, with great views of the iceand Rock Center. An undiscovered treat in an otherwise over trendy city. Pros: Great Drinks, Terrific food, Romantic and Fun more
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Great Experience 3/4/2003

I found the wait and bar staff to be very friendly and knowledgeable. The food is consistently good. more
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Fun to watch the skaters fall... 1/27/2003

Location, location, location! You can eat AND be entertained by all the fools falling down on the ice outside. The food isn't anything to write home about but the ambience is great. Its a good place to bring out-of-towners who are visiting or even to bring a client out to impress him. Pros: location, entertainment, good service Cons: food quality more
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It's the location, stupid! 1/22/2003

The best thing (and the worst thing) about Rock Center Cafe is the location -- right in Rock Center by the ice skating rink, which is great in both the summer and wintertime. Unfortunately, the location tends to draw lots of tourists. The food was decent, and the service is good (if predictable). In fact, I think they cloned the guys over at the Sea Grill (across the rink) to fill the ranks here. Yes, the foodis overpriced. All in all, a decent place for some ""sit down"" food if you're eating in the Promenade. Enjoy! Pros: Location, Decent service Cons: Touristy, Overpriced more
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Yeah, its for tourists but so what 11/5/2002

and yes its pricey but its Rockefeller Center and Mid-Town NYC - you'd do better a Le Bernardin or 21 Club? My wife and I took our son there on Saturday the 2nd of November prior to packing him off to Japan for the Air Force. The Salmon filet (in sweet potato sauce?) was delicious. Go and enjoy. Bob in Toms River NJ Pros: Location, View, Attentive service Cons: $ not out of line more
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Nice ambience 9/11/2002

I went w/ my friends on Sept. 11th and there was not many people there. The food was great, especially the crab cakes. Big portions of ribs and chicken. We sat indoors but the ambience was great w/ the flags waving and the golden statue of Rockefellar. Good for party of six or less. Service was a bit slow, but I guess they wanted you to sit and enjoy the view. more
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Very Enjoyable 8/7/2002

I recently came in for a cocktail outside with some co-workers, and I just wanted to let you know that we enjoyed ourselves very much. Staff was very accommodating to our ever need...Thanks for helping to make our rough day at work alittle more enjoyable!!!! SEE YOU SOON Pros: STAFF Cons: Crowded more
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Great Service 7/23/2002

I ate at Rock Center Cafe about a month ago and I was very pleased with the food and the staff. There was a young manager that was very attentive to mine and other customer's needs. It was a beautiful day outside, but we decided to sit by a window inside. The only thing that I was unhappy with, is the tables. When I was there a few years back there were nice table cloths. I felt as though, Rock Center Cafe was taking the cheaper way out. But thanks again. A wonderful Sunday lunch spent. My mother and I really enjoy our stay. Pros: All of the Staff, Inexpensive Cons: Tables more
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  • In Short
    With all the commotion in Rockefeller Center it's easy to miss the discreet glass elevator descending to this underground cafe. Below, an expansive window frames the singular...

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  • Hours: Sun 9:30am-11pm, Mon-Thu 7:30am-11pm, Fri 7:30am-12am, Sat 9:30am-12am
  • Payments: Diner's Club, Visa, American Express, Discover, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown, Midtown Center
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