Of all the self-important dining establishments populating the arid upscale food court at the Time Warner Center, this one is probably the most fun. Gray Kunz's menu is chock-full of old Lespinasse-style favorites, like the lightly creamy lobster chowder (during winter), bowls of classically dense mushroom risotto, and tender, blocky short ribs braised down to their rich, beefy essence. But the star of the show is the room itself, with its panoramic views of Columbus Circle, and the great open kitchen, which stands before the rows of white-tops like a Broadway stage. — Adam Platt
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The booths near the bar, oddly enough, offer the most privacy. And if you've come only for the view, head up to the bar on the 35th floor of the Mandarin Oriental for a cocktail before your reservation. When you’re ready to have more of your senses activated, come to Café Gray.
Just they way I like it - great food, attentive service but no stuffy attitude. The room has a real energy to it and there were quite a few bold face names sitting around us (that was impressive to my out of town clients). Great wine list, if you are willing to take some chances there are some interesting values there.
Kudos to Chef Kunz and his very professional staff!