2West
“My friend and I were debating between sharing the fries or the lobster bisque, which I'm sure would've been equally as delicious.”
“For our entree we both had Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon with Jumbo Asparagus & Sauce Bordelaise..”
“I got the yellowtail hamachi, the salmon, and the chocolate cake.”
2West
Takes Reservations: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$$$ Price range Above $61
8 reviews
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I wouldn't call myself a fan of this place, but I did enjoy my experience here.
Came here for Restaurant Week and we started off with a couple of drinks. Of course, I have nothing to complain about top shelf liquor and their parmesan truffle fries are so, so good. My friend and I were debating between sharing the fries or the lobster bisque, which I'm sure would've been equally as delicious.
Dinner was okay, just a normal comfortable setting with a traditional New American menu. I asked for the cheesecake and they brought me the seven layer chocolate cake, boo. But other than that, service was prompt and on point.
For what this is supposed to be, this really isn't that great. I had a full soup, entree and dessert, and while I don't know how much it cost because I was treated, I do know it does not compare to any other place with which it is trying to be on par. I ordered the lobster bisque, which was honestly the best part of the meal. There were actual large pieces of lobster and a good hearty flavor. My entree was the short rib. While it tasted good, it was basically just one very fatty soft piece of meat. The meat itself was great, soft, good cut. However, there was nothing special about the taste of the rest of it. I liked the little carrots that came with it, it could have had more for better balance. The mashed potatoes were just a giant scoop of thick fat. However, it totally spoke to my primal need for fatty carbs. Finally – the worst tiramisu ever. It was like they dumped cups of sugar and covered it with light whipped cream, and thought that would taste better than the classic.
Why I gave this place 3 stars rather than 2 – the drinks! Great cocktails, and interesting ones too! Strong, but doesn't taste like harsh alcohol.
I know this place is pricey, and the decor is good, but the food is just not that great. Save your cash – let's just get a cheap box of chicken from Popeyes and call it a night.
Phenomenal lunch! Came here today for lunch today and had the seared scallops and the salmon. I am gluten and dairy intolerant and I was incredibly impressed with how they handled this. The chef came out both times and explained what I was eating the way they do in very high end restaurants. He really added to the dish instead of just taking things away and was very thoughtful, again really impressed. The seared scallops were cooked to perfection not overdone at all with truffle and basil oil and a matcha salt to finish. Incredible. The scallops were huge. The salmon was also cooked to perfection so juicy. He made an avocado and tomato salad and finished this with chipotle smoked salt and a burnt lime. Simply perfection. The space itself does feel more like a lobby than a restaurant but it's not crowded, always good and great service so I've been before and will go back.
Typically overpriced hotel bar.
It is fun to go here though and watch girls try to pick up guys traveling on business. Seriously! Watch the bar. It usually works!
A friend and I went here after riding the Staten Island ferry. They were doing restaurant week which was 3 courses for $38. When asked if I'd like a drink, I asked what chardonnay they had by the glass and he replied, "cakebread" Having never had it, I had no idea it was $26.00 a glass which I found out when the bill came. I didn't not appreciate not being given any other option though my fault for not asking-in any event, be advised. The restaurant menu offered bacon wrapped filet mignon which my friend had and enjoyed. I had the fish and it was cooked well and tasted great. The desserts were also quite delicious. The restaurant had a slightly lower level facing the waterfront though not much to see due to buildings along the shore but it was a nice atmosphere. all in all it was a good meal.
Huge disappointment for a Ritz restaurant. We had never planned to eat here but did so as we were both ill at different points during our visit and didn't want to venture out in the cold. My wife and I ate appetizers, a dessert, and several room service meals from this restaurant, and we were quite let down on nearly all occasions and items. Clearly the weakest restaurant of any of the 5-6 Ritz Carlton's I have stayed at in the US and Japan.
The decor reminded me of a Las Vegas casino coffee shop, but the prices reminded me of a Ritz Carlton restaurant for sure! Service was courteous and professional, no problems there. Our breakfasts were acceptable, our dessert was crappy, and we ordered pizzas which were simply pathetic and tasted like something from the Celeste / Gino's frozen pizza aisle (at $20+ each). I did enjoy the chicken noodle soup (I had it twice) and my wife enjoyed the crab cake- thus saving this debacle from a dreaded 1 star. My recommendation is do breakfast only, and avoid at all costs for other meals.
Does not have the brunch it advertised. Although the food was good it was not worth the service and wait. Best bet would be to sit at the bar and talk to the bartender. Would not go back.
Still overly expensive. Just because it is situated in a Ritz Carlton hotel, doesn't mean they should slack off. The quality is just awful for the amount of money.