TKO65's Review of the New York Grill: (July 2010)
Many foreigners probably already know this establishment that resides atop the Park Hyatt Hotel in Shinjuku on the 52nd floor. I just wanted to share my recent experience there and remind everyone of its splendor.
I recently had a business related dinner there and had a pleasant time as usual. The atmosphere has not changed and the feeling you get during the dinner period is very relaxing. The lighting is dim and the dining area is fairly dark, but there is however, a candle or overhead light at each table.
As you walk-in, you are immediately greeted and ushered to your reserved seating. I have to admit that the elevator service is also top notch; you don't have to wait long for an elevator to arrive. After you are seated at one of the many great tables, an excellent wait staff begins their five-star service.
The prices are what you would expect at a location such as this, where a dinner for two can easily run into the 40,000 yen range depending on your course selection and alcohol tastes. A simple dinner with no alcohol will likely run just over 20,000 yen on average.
Everything was delicious and fresh, there are a few items there that I have not had a chance to experience personally. I have heard nothing but good things from friends and business partners who dine there regularly. One negative note in my opinion, the menu appears to be a little thin for my tastes. I prefer a larger selection of side options and a more diverse main course choice.
After you complete you dinner, you can then move over to the lounge where there is usually a live singer setup against the main window of the room. Please note that that there is a cover charge of 2,200 yen per person for access to the lounge area. If your table is close enough to the lounge, you can enjoy the music from your dinner table. For the best experience, I recommend moving over into the lounge despite the extra added cost.
Overall, the New York Grill is a great place to meet friends, have a nice date or just to meet and talk about business. Reservations are recommended and generally required, so please call ahead. The staff can speak English in addition to Japanese.
This is my first real review, so I apologize if I left something out that should have been said. Please let me know if you have any questions and I'll do my best to answer.
Thank you to the staff at the Tokyo Adult Guide for allowing me to submit this report.
New York Grill - Information:
Location: Shinjuku, West Exit - Park Hyatt Hotel, 52nd Floor.
Telephone: 03-5322-1234 (Ask for the New York Grill)
Hours: Daily, 11:30AM - 2:30PM and 5:30 - 10:30PM
Reservations: Required
Credit Cards: American Express, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Year Opened: 1994
Transportation Notes:
Walk from Shinjuku Station - 13min.
Taxi from Shinjuku Station - 5min.
Free Hotel Shuttle from Shinjuku Station - 5min.
Hatsudai on the Keio Line - 7 min.)
Tochomae on the Oedo Line - 8 min.
Special Notes:
This is the same hotel location where 'Lost in Translation' was filmed.
Website:
http://www.tokyo.park.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/entertainment/index.jsp
Many foreigners probably already know this establishment that resides atop the Park Hyatt Hotel in Shinjuku on the 52nd floor. I just wanted to share my recent experience there and remind everyone of its splendor.
I recently had a business related dinner there and had a pleasant time as usual. The atmosphere has not changed and the feeling you get during the dinner period is very relaxing. The lighting is dim and the dining area is fairly dark, but there is however, a candle or overhead light at each table.
As you walk-in, you are immediately greeted and ushered to your reserved seating. I have to admit that the elevator service is also top notch; you don't have to wait long for an elevator to arrive. After you are seated at one of the many great tables, an excellent wait staff begins their five-star service.
The prices are what you would expect at a location such as this, where a dinner for two can easily run into the 40,000 yen range depending on your course selection and alcohol tastes. A simple dinner with no alcohol will likely run just over 20,000 yen on average.
Everything was delicious and fresh, there are a few items there that I have not had a chance to experience personally. I have heard nothing but good things from friends and business partners who dine there regularly. One negative note in my opinion, the menu appears to be a little thin for my tastes. I prefer a larger selection of side options and a more diverse main course choice.
After you complete you dinner, you can then move over to the lounge where there is usually a live singer setup against the main window of the room. Please note that that there is a cover charge of 2,200 yen per person for access to the lounge area. If your table is close enough to the lounge, you can enjoy the music from your dinner table. For the best experience, I recommend moving over into the lounge despite the extra added cost.
Overall, the New York Grill is a great place to meet friends, have a nice date or just to meet and talk about business. Reservations are recommended and generally required, so please call ahead. The staff can speak English in addition to Japanese.
This is my first real review, so I apologize if I left something out that should have been said. Please let me know if you have any questions and I'll do my best to answer.
Thank you to the staff at the Tokyo Adult Guide for allowing me to submit this report.
New York Grill - Information:
Location: Shinjuku, West Exit - Park Hyatt Hotel, 52nd Floor.
Telephone: 03-5322-1234 (Ask for the New York Grill)
Hours: Daily, 11:30AM - 2:30PM and 5:30 - 10:30PM
Reservations: Required
Credit Cards: American Express, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Year Opened: 1994
Transportation Notes:
Walk from Shinjuku Station - 13min.
Taxi from Shinjuku Station - 5min.
Free Hotel Shuttle from Shinjuku Station - 5min.
Hatsudai on the Keio Line - 7 min.)
Tochomae on the Oedo Line - 8 min.
Special Notes:
This is the same hotel location where 'Lost in Translation' was filmed.
Website:
http://www.tokyo.park.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/entertainment/index.jsp