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The Four Seasons Restaurant
99 E. 52nd St., New York, NY, 10022
nr. Park Ave.
212-754-9494
| 7.8 | "Recommended" Average Reader Rating on a Scale of 10 |  |
the general drop off in the little things
fogarty from 21030 | Posted on 6/16/09
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Yes indeed the Four Seasons is a place to go to be seen, having said that, there are some Serious issues ,such as , when one orders Breast of Duck, MW, the Captain saying it's usually served RARE , then having it sent back to the kitchen ,for a Rush 0job, Poor. Theres the matter of the Busser's changing the table Cloth. and Exposint the Table -top, That would?should NEVER happen under Tom Morgatti, but still He was seated in the Pool Room. There's the matter of the Kitchen/swing /door, Sweaking ?? for want of a bit of oil etc. This should nNOT happen in the Four Seasons, Amen Seamus Fogarty, in the Free State of MD .
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AS THE HEAD GOES SO GOES THE BODY
bradhonigsberg from 07082 | Posted on 12/17/08
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Next to this subject and quote there should be a picture of Julian. The effects of his personal influence abound within the very fabric and the well rehearsed pulse one feels beating from the moment one approaches the reservation desk to the moment you leave. The friendly attitude of the staff and the meticulously prepared fare make the Four Seasons one of New York City's most enjoyable restaurants and most assuredly one of its most spectacular destinations.
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Four Seasons, a Fantastic choice
douenias from 11801 | Posted on 2/1/08
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I have been dining at the Four Seasons along with many other fine restaurants in NY for the past 30 years. It is amazing how consistent my experience has been. Whether it has been dinner for 2 or a party of 50. The food has always been great, the service as always is the best and the view in the pool room is always interesting. Add to that a fantastic wine list, the Four Seasons is always my favorite choice.
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very disappointing
meiling from 11769 | Posted on 11/10/07
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i went to four seasons 7 years ago and remember having a good experience, i went back last weekend and found it very disappointing, aside from the good service, the food was ordinary.. the best part were the after dinner desserts. in fact, we called the same day for a reservation and were able to get in, that says it all....
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Worst Service
Tasneem_Imam from 11432 | Posted on 6/2/07
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I recently dined at the four seasons for a special occasion. Once we were seated, my guest and I were virtually ignored the entire evening. To top it off, the food was absolutely awful. I went to the four seasons expecting a fabulous dining experience, replete with great service and amazing food, but instead was left disappointed. A restaurant I do recommend, however, is Le Bernardin - absolutely fabulous in every way!
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Not special
owent from 11238 | Posted on 11/27/06
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We made reservations for our 20th anniversary as we wanted something special. We dine out about once a month and we are fairly used to creative, fresh,well prepared food. So we thought this would be a cut above some of our favorites. Oh, the decor is great- how often do you walk past a Picasso to get to a dining room with a central pool surrounded by marble? But the food-so disappointing. I could have prepared the Tuna I was served and my husbands Chatham Cod was not bad but nothing spectacular. Save your money and go to Bouley or Union Square Cafe.
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Only paying for the hype
sigmachiny | Posted on 10/3/05
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If you are reading this, then you are just like me, thinking you are going to get the dining experience of a lifetime. Do yourself a favor and don't buy into the hype, as this place will not meet your expectations. The food was no better than places less than 1/2 the price, and you'll find better service at Starbucks. At The Four Seasons, you walk away saying you've been there, with a story to tell, but that's about all. The Dover Sole was "good" but nothing to brag about, neither was the Sirloin. Great place if you have money to burn, otherwise, better food to be found.
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Paying for the
edere | Posted on 8/24/05
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Price - high. 3 Lunches Monk fish - good but not inventive - served with beans. Halibut - very good with lobster risotto and chanterelles. Thoughtful creation. Lobster salad - lobster very tough, chewy but very good orange sauce and salad.(why did they offer red cocktail sauce?) Dessert - three chocolates - flan, ice cream, tarte. we shared - excellent. Service - somewhat surly by our waiter, plaisant by the head and by the assistant. Decor - historic - but, please, no artificial palms or Country Buffet style philodendron. The pool had scum bubbles in the center. Don't let them seat you against the wall! Deadly! Demand the pool. THINK - COST AGAINST RESULT: At home, monk fish and halibut run about $5 - $6 per lb. Whole small lobster about $12. Our bill - over $200. Was the menu really that inventive? Ive had far more creative - and substantive at much lower prices. You are paying for the perceived - the label - not for the actual product. But - convince yourself and youll be happy.
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Great place
jpe | Posted on 8/5/05
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Great time, good food and very special restaurant
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A Real Classic
samjones | Posted on 6/19/04
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Everything about this restaurant works. The decor is soothing modern that has stood the test of time. The staff are pros and don't make you feel as if you don't deserve to be there if you are not famous. The food is delicious without being clever, and yes, it is very expensive
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