Atlantic Grill — Restaurant in New York

I recently took my daughter to the Atlantic Grill for her 27th birthday prior to the opera at Lincoln Center. On the positive the food was overall quite excellent as well as the service. We started with the Caesar Salad with soft boiled egg which was a nice presentation and delicious. We continued with the Ravioli Atlantic Grill which was equally delicious. Then we ended with the Congo Noir, a walnut brownie paired with matcha ice cream. I've been in the hospitality industry for over 20 years and have been lucky enough to work with some of the premiere chefs in the industry. While I know this is an effort to switch things up by paring juxtaposing flavours...I believe in this particular case their classic and fabulous warm walnut brownie with caramelized pecans and a chocolate sauce would be better complemented with a more classic ice cream flavour. There was a great deal going on so the matcha ice cream was completely overwhelmed. It also melted too quickly and became watery unlike a creamy vanilla bean ice cream.

Now onto what was VERY DISAPPOINTING and a big error on behalf of this restaurant- Once we arrived we were seated in the very back. When the Maitre d' started leading us to our table I asked if he could move us...he begrudgingly said he could closer to the front but I declined because it seemed easier just to stay where we were heading. Also why didn't he just offer us the other table in the first place. I had called ahead to request candles on the dessert so they were well aware that this was a special occasion!! What I did not notice until we were fully seated was during our meal, I had a lovely view of the back of house and the bathrooms. I did in fact mention this to our server while we were eating and asked since there were curtains if they could be drawn a bit so that I did not have to look at this while dining however my request was simply ignored. I fully understand the logistics for their staffing but this could have been adjusted to please both. I am not comfortable spending close to 300.00 for dinner leaving with the thought of toilets and loud people scurrying around the back. Food and service is not the only thing to consider while your patrons are dining in your restaurant especially since I made a request to address this! It is not reasonable or fair for anyone coming to dine to leave disappointed especially when people are there during an important...

We tried to be considerate and downsized our reservation because our friends could not join us. Probably not the best move. We received a table in the middle of the floor but with a view of the bar. The restaurant is overcrowded with tables. There is barely room for patrons or waiters to pass. The tables are set at angles to fit the optimal number possible and when you attempt to sit your chair will undoubtedly come into contact with your neighbors. Toss happened to us more than once. We had an earlier reservation as we were going to the theater and we were told to share this with the waitstaff so they could get us to the theatre on time. I thought this curious as we'd made our reservation with plenty of time to walk the half-block to Lincoln Center. We did do so and it was probably our second misstep.The waitress was attentive and our drinks were served cold and our appetizer was served hot. Our mains were only lukewarm and mine was supposed to be blackened and broiled and it was neither. The dessert was a dissapointment also. It seemed they scraped the bottom of the barrel for a small scoop of swirled, ice encrusted sorbet. The alcoholic coffees were slightly better but the fake cream on time melted quickly and made it flat. The bathrooms on our level were single use unisex and pretty filthy, not a great view while your eating and after have waited to use them. The other bathrooms were better but down a considerable flight of stairs. The four stars are for the convenience to Lincoln Center, the waitstaff and the kitchen who did serve a tasty meal if not quite hot. The dishes are stored on the wall in the dining area so be prepared for a crash or two if you're there long. We experienced a loud one, but without many turned heads or apologies from the bussers so I imagine it's a pretty regular occurrence. Not sure if I'd return. There are many restaurants in the area to try. Maybe...

I truly feel that one has to come here a few times, especially during a Holiday period, to truly appreciate how beautiful this restaurant is, and how wonderful their Sunday brunches are. When you walk in during this Holiday period, you see how beautifully decorated the restaurant is for Christmas and the unique way they decorate their wall of painting with glittery red ribbon, in such a sophisticated way. Then the brunch is extraordinary for a restaurant near Lincoln Center - each person's main course, of which there is a large and varied selection, is accompanied by a choice of 1 of 4 brunch cocktails - a Mimosa, a Bellini, a Bloody Mary and 1 other are the choices. In addition, each entree is accompanied by coffee or tea, and a delicious, tastefully sized selection of breads and muffins. Desserts are additional - but not really necessary, because the entrees are delicious and good sized. It does help to make a reservation for brunch and dinner, for there are more crowded and less crowded areas of the restaurant, depending upon the size of the group. We are generally 3 people and always given a roomy table for 4. The staff is lovely and never seems stressed or hurried. We have also found that you can pretty much take a relaxed amount of time, unless you are planning to attend an event a Lincoln Center, when the staff is quite mindful of your time schedule.

Dinners too are delicious, but somewhat more expensive, of course. However, the relatively calm atmosphere of the restaurant and the servers, does make dinner a pleasure.

I think this one of the more romantic looking restaurants in which I have eaten, and a truly lovely place. Also, they are open for Christmas!!! A lovely time when I would very much like to go there. Thank you! If you do go there, I truly hope you...