No restaurant is a better symbol of New York than The Four Seasons. Designed by legendary architects Mies van der Rohe and Philip Johnson, the restaurant is a modern classic that has been redefining American cuisine since 1959. Winner of Where Magazine's Best Food in New York award, The Four Seasons recently seduced New York magazine with "adventurous new flavors and marvelous pairings." When planning a visit to The Four Seasons, be sure to give your guests the address (52nd St b/w Park and Lexington Aves). Otherwise they may end up at a hotel chain by a similar name, rather than the restaurant that New Yorkers love. Menu items include whole roasted pheasant, saffron aoli bouillabaisse and filet of bison with foie gras and truffle sauce.
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Posted by Alicia on 02/06/2011
Beautiful
Beautiful atmosphere in the pool room with excellent service. very pricey though for average quality food. they need to update their menu and amplify generally bland dishes.
Posted by Local on 11/05/2009
The best of the best.
This is as good as it gets. Enough said. If you have the cash, this is the place to spend it. A wonderful experience.
Posted by Anonymous on 01/09/2009
a must do
I'm surprised by some of the other reviews. My food was fantastic. The sole is a must order and my mache salad was inventive and tasty. my husband ordered the chorizo wrapped in shrimp. it was spectacular. delicious food, great service, gorgeous space with tons of history. u gotta go.
Posted by Anonymous on 09/25/2008
I feel robbed!!
First thing I want to say is, I hate when waiter's hover over you ever 5 minutes to see whats going on. I definitely did not get to enjoy my dinner and I got the impression like we should leave. $300 spent on bland food and tiny portions. The atmosphere isn't so bad though, the curtains and the water in the middle of the restaurant was nice. And dessert was good.
Posted by eggberry on 10/21/2007
the best of the best
being at almost every spot in the city, four seasons comes in as the best of the best. the choices on their menu seem endless and the chef is always willing to alter anything for you. the food portions are huge, i remember ordering a lobster and it ended up being the size of a baby! the service is excellent, the waiters are always checking in to make sure you're happy or to offer taking pictures for you. they always give honest opinions when it comes to specific drinks or foods. one time my fiance was craving hot chocolate and the waiter told us they don't make it but if she really wanted one, he would have one made from scratch. to eat here is very expensive but is always worth it when we go.
Posted by foodpro on 08/19/2007
It's not about the food...
We find the atomosphere sensational. The service is outstanding. The food, unfortunately is hit or miss, but at the prices they charge (and in some cases the prices are just rediculous for the portion served - especially the tuna tartar appetizer - $32 for literally a thimball size portion), one leaves the restaurant feeling disappointed. Still, when we want a fine dining experience away from the noise and hipsters, we'll probably be back and hope the food improves. I would understand if some readers would regard me as a glutton for punishment!
Posted by David Andrews on 07/23/2007
Tired, Overpriced, and Poor Food Quality
I write this not because I'm bitter, but to save my fellow new yorkers from a big disappointment. Jules and I spent our 6th year anniversary at the four seasons. The location is hardly scenic and the decor is cold and austere. It reminded me of why the late 80's had been replaced by more earthy and pleasing color tones. It is hideous. The window coverings give the look of rippled water on glass but that is mainly to hide the fact that this place has a view onto the neighboring parking garage. Anyway the food is the worst part. Horribly overpriced $26 for a beet salad that was bland at best. Lobster was over cooked and stuffed with a crab stuffing laced with Chinese imports or at least it tasted that way, and my steam was ok for $60. Service was good. I really did not appreciated mediocre wine for $15/glass but it was a pleasant Sangiovese. The place is tired and in desparate need of a make-over both in the dining room as well as in the kitchen. Give this one a pass...sorry but this is New York City at its worst. Save your money and go to Grammercy Tavern or somewhere more hip like Spice. But if age has gotten the better of you or your grandmother said she likes this place then definitely the restaurant for you.