Robert

For a calmer visit, aim for an early dinner (around 5:00 pm) or an early brunch/lunch; guests report the restaurant wasn’t full at early dinner and praise leisurely daytime visits with pianist accompaniment.

Yes, Robert’s elegant dining room, live piano/lounge, and many celebratory visits make it well suited for a special evening or date night.

Yes, families dine here: reviewers note small children and family lunches, and staff are described as attentive (including help with a child's gluten allergy), making Robert a comfortable choice for families.

Robert feels modern and quietly elegant, with floor‑to‑ceiling windows framing Columbus Circle and Central Park, a baby‑grand piano in the lounge, and low‑volume live jazz that keeps conversation easy.

Yes, Robert hosts private parties (private parties allowed is listed for the restaurant).

Guests frequently describe portions as generous, several reviews note ample servings and leaving comfortably full, especially at brunch.

Robert offers a beautifully designed main dining room and a separate lounge next to a baby-grand piano, with window-side tables, comfortable booths and an ante-area, private parties are also allowed.

Sunday is a standout, guests praise its Sunday brunch and often mention a relaxed, music-accompanied Sunday afternoon experience with the view.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished and comfortable attire; many guests are described wearing sports jackets or dressing elegantly for special occasions.