Dabble in Midtown Manhattan, under the masterful guidance of Executive Chef John Merry, is a culinary gem that left me speechless. From the moment we sat down, every dish was a revelation, showcasing creativity, precision, and flavors that lingered long after the meal. The meal began with a delicate quail egg topped with caviar—a luxurious bite that balanced richness and subtlety perfectly. The beet salad was vibrant, fresh, and artfully composed, setting the stage for what was to come. The pesto pasta with pistachio was a delightful twist on a classic, with the nutty crunch elevating every twirl of pasta. The shrimp pasta, oh my, was a standout—the shrimp were perfectly cooked, tender yet firm, and seasoned with a masterful blend of herbs and a hint of citrus that brought out their natural sweetness without overpowering. It was executed with such finesse that I’m still dreaming about it. The braised beef short ribs were fall-apart tender, rich, and deeply flavorful, while the New York strip steak was cooked to perfection, juicy and bursting with umami. Each dish was a testament to Chef Merry’s ability to coax maximum flavor from every ingredient. But the true surprise of the night was the vegan chocolate mousse. I’m convinced there’s some kind of culinary wizardry at play because there’s no way this is vegan. It was decadently creamy, intensely chocolatey, and so indulgent that I double-checked with the server. This dessert alone is worth the visit. The service was impeccable, the ambiance sophisticated yet warm, and every detail was thoughtfully curated. Dabble is a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience in Manhattan. I can’t wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Gibbs
Had a business dinner here on May 28th and everything was incredible. The service, food and ambiance were perfect for this event. The restaurant was filled and would be equally perfect for a dinner with my spouse. The live music really was a special touch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael
Inattentive service and bland food considering the price and enticing description provided
Erin
The place was dead on a Saturday night which should have been a giveaway. The menu is small and it was hard to find something I wanted. The butternut squash soup was served halfway through everyone else's meal and was so hot it was not edible. Led me to believe it was microwaved. The prices were outrageous. $30+ for a glass of wine or cocktail. Whole experience was frustrating and underwhelming.
Jolana Samii
Had breakfast here twice last week and was slightly disappointed. The food was slightly overpriced compared to the quality and the waiters were being unpleasant. After making a mistake in our order, we kindly asked them to bring what we ordered and they were being quite unpleasant about it and arguing with their customer. Having worked in the restaurant business myself, that is not the correct approach to take towards your customers. It also took some time to be noticed and served, we had to occasionally walk to the bar to make an order. Overall not a bad experience but some certain improvements could definitely be made, especially as the restaurant can also make an impression on the hotel.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Ursula O'Connor
Located on the first floor of the Luxury Collection hotel, Dabble is a great spot for a drink and lunch before hitting the city. Their cocktails are well-made, as is their food. I’d had the Red Carpet cocktail-a raspberry puree, blood orange, and vodka mix-and the Wagyu burger with caramelized onions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Glenn
Solid food but a bit overpriced for what it was. Also, service charge was added and I am glad I caught it before adding additional tip. They should have told me. It was only 3 of us. Service was great. ambiance was fine . Wine on their menu $28 a glass? for Rose? crazy
Michelle Fox
Had a great time visiting for a business lunch. The food was delicious and it arrived hot which is important to me. The staff were very kind and ensured we were enjoying the service especially Mihir and Kanir. I would highly recommend for anyone who needs a place for business dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
B Chisholm
This is a fine place if you’re staying in the hotel and the meal is part of your stay otherwise this place is super overpriced. They tried to charge me $12 for HALF of a sliced avacado. It’s $10 for cranberry juice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Christina
The food was good for hotel restaurant. Service was very attentive and they made you feelVery welcomed. The drink prices were very high even by NY standards. A good dinner selection of food. We would recommend if you were staying in hotel.
Ruben takes his time and cut your hair the way you want it cut. Great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Krystal Jezee
We held a birthday dinner for my mother here and not only was the food delicious but the staff was very pleasant, helpful and extremely accommodating! I had the lobster avocado toast which was a little bland for me but was easily fixed with a little lemon juice. I also had the duck and two manhattans which were amazing! All sound great experience. I truly appreciate the attentiveness of Miro and (forgive me if I’m wrong) Kabir our server.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad, Duck Breast
Adam Stafford
Couldn’t drink the draft beer as it was flat and tasted bad. Food was terrible. Very expensive.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
DJ Barry
DO NOT EAT HERE. absolute waste of money. Food is awful for how expensive everything is. The hotel itself is very nice but the restaurant is god awful. $165 for two people and our meals had no flavor, portions small, and overall awful. Joke of a restaurant
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Rhonda Liddell-Davis, GRI
I had the 3 egg omelet and hubby had the dabble burger...food was excellent...service was fantastic and sorry 4got to take photos!
Dabble in Midtown Manhattan, under the masterful guidance of Executive Chef John Merry, is a culinary gem that left me speechless. From the moment we sat down, every dish was a revelation, showcasing creativity, precision, and flavors that lingered long after the meal.
The meal began with a delicate quail egg topped with caviar—a luxurious bite that balanced richness and subtlety perfectly. The beet salad was vibrant, fresh, and artfully composed, setting the stage for what was to come. The pesto pasta with pistachio was a delightful twist on a classic, with the nutty crunch elevating every twirl of pasta. The shrimp pasta, oh my, was a standout—the shrimp were perfectly cooked, tender yet firm, and seasoned with a masterful blend of herbs and a hint of citrus that brought out their natural sweetness without overpowering. It was executed with such finesse that I’m still dreaming about it.
The braised beef short ribs were fall-apart tender, rich, and deeply flavorful, while the New York strip steak was cooked to perfection, juicy and bursting with umami. Each dish was a testament to Chef Merry’s ability to coax maximum flavor from every ingredient.
But the true surprise of the night was the vegan chocolate mousse. I’m convinced there’s some kind of culinary wizardry at play because there’s no way this is vegan. It was decadently creamy, intensely chocolatey, and so indulgent that I double-checked with the server. This dessert alone is worth the visit.
The service was impeccable, the ambiance sophisticated yet warm, and every detail was thoughtfully curated. Dabble is a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience in Manhattan. I can’t wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a business dinner here on May 28th and everything was incredible. The service, food and ambiance were perfect for this event. The restaurant was filled and would be equally perfect for a dinner with my spouse. The live music really was a special touch.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Inattentive service and bland food considering the price and enticing description provided
The place was dead on a Saturday night which should have been a giveaway. The menu is small and it was hard to find something I wanted. The butternut squash soup was served halfway through everyone else's meal and was so hot it was not edible. Led me to believe it was microwaved. The prices were outrageous. $30+ for a glass of wine or cocktail. Whole experience was frustrating and underwhelming.
Had breakfast here twice last week and was slightly disappointed. The food was slightly overpriced compared to the quality and the waiters were being unpleasant. After making a mistake in our order, we kindly asked them to bring what we ordered and they were being quite unpleasant about it and arguing with their customer. Having worked in the restaurant business myself, that is not the correct approach to take towards your customers. It also took some time to be noticed and served, we had to occasionally walk to the bar to make an order. Overall not a bad experience but some certain improvements could definitely be made, especially as the restaurant can also make an impression on the hotel.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Located on the first floor of the Luxury Collection hotel, Dabble is a great spot for a drink and lunch before hitting the city. Their cocktails are well-made, as is their food. I’d had the Red Carpet cocktail-a raspberry puree, blood orange, and vodka mix-and the Wagyu burger with caramelized onions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Solid food but a bit overpriced for what it was. Also, service charge was added and I am glad I caught it before adding additional tip. They should have told me. It was only 3 of us. Service was great. ambiance was fine . Wine on their menu $28 a glass? for Rose? crazy
Had a great time visiting for a business lunch. The food was delicious and it arrived hot which is important to me. The staff were very kind and ensured we were enjoying the service especially Mihir and Kanir. I would highly recommend for anyone who needs a place for business dining.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a fine place if you’re staying in the hotel and the meal is part of your stay otherwise this place is super overpriced. They tried to charge me $12 for HALF of a sliced avacado. It’s $10 for cranberry juice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The food was good for hotel restaurant. Service was very attentive and they made you feelVery welcomed. The drink prices were very high even by NY standards. A good dinner selection of food. We would recommend if you were staying in hotel.
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Ruben takes his time and cut your hair the way you want
it cut. Great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
We held a birthday dinner for my mother here and not only was the food delicious but the staff was very pleasant, helpful and extremely accommodating! I had the lobster avocado toast which was a little bland for me but was easily fixed with a little lemon juice. I also had the duck and two manhattans which were amazing! All sound great experience. I truly appreciate the attentiveness of Miro and (forgive me if I’m wrong) Kabir our server.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad, Duck Breast
Couldn’t drink the draft beer as it was flat and tasted bad. Food was terrible. Very expensive.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
DO NOT EAT HERE. absolute waste of money. Food is awful for how expensive everything is. The hotel itself is very nice but the restaurant is god awful. $165 for two people and our meals had no flavor, portions small, and overall awful. Joke of a restaurant
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
I had the 3 egg omelet and hubby had the dabble burger...food was excellent...service was fantastic and sorry 4got to take photos!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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