L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon - Recommended (w/reservation)Four Seasons Hotel
French, Wild Game
57 E 57th St, New York 10022
Btwn Madison & Park Ave
Phone: 212-350-6658
So what else is there to say about Joel Robuchon that hasn't been said already?
He is the best. Every dish in his place is inspected and given the OK by the executive chef before it leaves the kitchen. Every little detail is covered and nothing but perfection is accepted.
My experience with cuisine by Robuchon is unfortunately limited to just two of his L'Ateliers.
The one in Tokyo, and in NY. Both demonstrated a different level of cooking from many "fine dining" experiences, but I must say I preferred the Tokyo experience more. I'm not quite sure how to pinpoint the differences but it's there. At that level, there is a certain uniqueness to every kitchen brigade. Kind of like a fingerprint. When dishes of this caliber are to replicated with this much precision over and over again, there are hints of American-ness and Japanese-ness.
Regardless of my fussiness, I thoroughly enjoyed the meal. Enough said.Dishes Tastes:
-Asparagus Soup
-King Crab Salad
-Foie Gras Ravioli in Chicken Consomme with shiso and ginger essence
-Pan Fried Cod with Balsamic Vinegar
-Piece de Beouf
-Grapefruit Mint Sorbet
-Chocolate Tart
-Keylime Tart
Tasting:
Taste/Texture 40/40 Excellent. As good as it gets.
Presentation 20/20 Elegantly Beautiful.
Aroma 8/10
Price 5/20 You might find it a bargain if you are those who tip valet parkers $50 bills.
X-Factor 10/10 My Idol Chef. I'm just so happy to eat there.
Total 83/100
Overall Experience:
Food 45/50
Service 30/30
Atmosphere 10/10
Price 2/10
Total 87/100
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