Asiate

It's definitely a let-down. My boyfriend and I went for lunch. While the dining room decor is elegant, the view of Central Park is disappointing with the Trump Tower smacking right at the center of the Central Park view. My boyfriend ordered lamb chop. For such a high rated restaurant, food quality was definitely below par of what we had expected. Also, the staff was ill-trained and disorganized. When our entrees came, at least 3 or 4 waiters / waitresses came by at different times to wish us ""bon apetit"". After a round of bread, we already told them not to offer more. But they kept coming back to ask and offer. While it was certainly courteous, the repetition (and annoyance as a result to the diners) was an obvious result of lack of staff organization. Pros: Central Park view Cons: , over-courteous staff more

An absolutely sublime birthday dinner experience - the space is intimate and elegant, and the famed breathtaking view is exactly that. The menu offers a delectible range of flavors all composed masterfully and the prix fix philosophy means your meal is prepared with precision arrives swiftly. My date and I enjoyed appetizers of shrimp cooked to a delicate perfection and a tuna sashimi delivered in a ginger soy, fresh and very tasty. Our main courses consisted of sea bass, moist and light in a crunchy skin complimented with a deliciously salted soft shell crab; and a wonderfully delicate boullibase of lobster and mussels. A gracefully prepared birthday napoleon completed an exquisit evening. The staff was attentive and delightfully accomodating, allowing us to change our table mid meal to get closer to the windows overlooking Columbus Circle. Perhaps a bit pricey for some, the Asiate experience is well worth the investment. more

Thought the prix fixe lunch was a excellent. Food was very tasty and portions were big enough that you felt like you'd eaten. The service was very friendly and daytime views were spectacular. I'd like to go back for dinner and also would recommend for business dinners (especially with out of town clients). Very much the ""ladies that lunch"" spot dujour as the room was ""wall to wall"" Chanel. more

The menu is filled with eye-widening surprises. The service is getting better and better every day. You may not like the Prawns like Mrs Hesser but you have to give credit to Chef Nori's details when you look at the Bento Box, you have to be honest and agree that it is one of the best and also most interesting wine list in New York and please don't tell me that the service is not good when you are surrounded by the most attentiv and detail oriented service staff I have ever seen. When I read some of the reviews in this section, I am not sure if they had diner in the same restaurant and also I would not be suprise if they decided to have their ""Branzino"" well done with butter on the side.......!!! Just come and be your own critic. Adios, Pros: service, food, wine more

Bad service from the start. There were bouncers in the lobby of the hotel. When we finally got upstairs (on time for an 8:30 reservation) we were told it would be another 10-20 minutes...which then stretched to an hour as couples who arrived after us were seated first. There wasn't even a decent waiting area--on a Friday night the lounge is full--and when we tried to sit on the only available seating (granite ledge outside of the restaurant) another bouncer w/ an earpiece told us to move. The maitred' did comp us champagne but not before giving us attitude when we first complained about the wait. Yes, the view was beautiful, but the food was ok or slightly above average at best (the desserts were creative). For a $65 menu, you can have a much more fulfilling dining experience at other places in NYC(any Danny Meyer restaurant, for instance). Pros: view, desserts Cons: , service, no waiting lounge more

Our dining experience could have come from a science fiction story. An array of exotic dinnerware and utensils, ultra modern decor, unusual tastes and stunning presentation in addition to the dazzling view of New York City from the 35th floor of the restaurant ignited all the senses. What some dishes lacked in taste was compensated by a show on a plate. Given time, this new restaurant will fly. Recommendation: 1. replace that weird tasting bread with an assortment of different breads. 2. wines that are to be paired with the tasting menu should come with the dish, not after, as happened to us. However, when our waitress realized her faux pas, an extra glass of wine was sent to our table and all was forgiven. Overall, it was very impressive! Pros: Sophisticated dining, Unusual Experience Cons: , Too far away restroom more

The spectacular city views from Asiate, the swanky lounge--and must be seen in bar are MORE then enough reason to pay a visit. The FOOD on the other hand needs improvement, but I have no doubt this place will deliver in time as the kitchen matures. The service and demeanor of the staff is top notch. Extremely warm, inviting and care to your every need with a genuine grace all their own! A MUST for everyone to pay this place a visit!!! more

Yes the views are spectacular. But calling the restaurant you get a hotel central board that is trained in passe' and embarrassing corporate speak. Why? I don't know. It seems many outsiders just don't get New York (Ducasse? Did we learn nothing?) And the art of fine service and simple communication is a dying art form. The champagnes and white wines are spectacular yet the reds are pitiful. The sommelier was lovely yet the waiter had b.o. The food showed much promise but who cares. Somebody help these guys. We deserve better. Pros: view, annie, whites and champagne Cons: reds, horrible phone speak, unaccomodating more

NICE ROOM, GREAT VIEW , WITH EVERY SEAT YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR SITTING BY THE WINDOW .THE WINE LIST WAS EXTENSIVE AND FAIRLY PRICED.I WAS A LITTLE DISSAPOINTED IN THE MENU SELECTIONS, NEEDS MORE ORIGINALITY.. WE WERE ALL UNDER-WHELMED WITH THE FOOD.I HAD THE SCALLOP APPETIZER,AND IT WAS BLAND AND UN-FLAVORABLE.. I KEPT WAITING FOR THE FLAVORS IN THIS RICH LOOKING SAUCE TO TAKE OVER, BUT THEY DID NOT, THE SCALLOP WAS A LITTLE RUBBERY .THE KOBE BEEF, WAS VERY UN-INSPIRING.. THE DUCK CONFIT WAS GREAT ,DUCK LOVERS SHOULD GO THERE FOR THIS DISH. IT WAS BY FAR THE BEST THING WE TRIED ALL NIGHT, THIS BROTHY DISH IS CRAVEABLE..ALL IN ALL, I WOULD TRY ASIATE AGAIN, BUT I THINK I WILL WAIT A COUPLE OF MONTHS TO LET THE KITCHEN MATURE A BIT..THE SERVICE WAS VERY ACCOMODATING. Pros: VIEW, WINE LIST Cons: FOOD, MENU more

one of the best asian fusion meals i've had in my life. stick with the following dishes and you're in for a treat: fois gras to start, miso cod as a main course, passion fruit souffle to end. enjoy! Pros: beautiful view, lovely environment, excellent food more