Rock Center Cafe

Best event venue ever! This venue has the best view of the Rockefeller center's Ice skating rink and the tree. The food is great and the staff is awesome. There's nothing that can compare to this place. Nothing...So it goes without saying that doing photography here was just fantastic. I Highly recommend this place for casual dining and corporate events!

Great lunch spot at the Rockefeller Center. The food was great and good service by the waitress. We sat very close the water fountain during hot sunny day in New York. For sure, we will return in the future.

The atmosphere of the restaurant was excellent overall. Service was average at best. We happened to visit on a day where they did not offer their standard menu, we were forced to select from a $75 per person menu, which I must say had disappointing options. While the cheesecake was tasty (it was also ridiculously tiny for the associated cost) the steak initially came out undercooked. Although I wouldn't necessarily say that I wouldn't ever go back to this restaurant, it wouldn't top my list.

I think the food here was delicious and good ambience. We ordered some drinks while waiting for the lunch, was pleasantly surprised when it arrived.....the portions were generous and yummy!!! Do try their Frosé. I'll definitely recommend this place :)

I’m not too sure where some of these posts are coming from. The service was amazing from the bar to the table. My water glass was always full, my dishes were cleared upon finishing eating, and the servers were all pleasant and kind. My wife had penne with chicken and the sauce was fresh, just the right amount of basil, and a generous portion was given. I had the falafel burger and it was thick in size, fresh cucumber dill sauce was on top along with a nice fresh bun. Our eggplant appetizer was easy on the eyes and tasted even better than it’s looks. As far as pricing goes, you’re in the middle of manhattan at Rockefeller center eating on the ice practically. Do you really expect a cheap meal? Let’s be realistic here folks. Overall great experience and wouldn’t hesitate to bring my most upscale guest here. Tasty food, attentive staff, strong drinks, and smiles from all around the dining room. A+ all around.

Food was ok and a bit pricey. Nice outdoor eating area, good service, nice vibe. Good overall experience. Good to go to if you looking for a chill spot to relax, sit outside to enjoy the weather and have a bite/drink.

I wish U could fully explain how special our visit happened to be. We just had seen The Rockettes at RCMH and we're already under the Big Apple's spell. We arrived here to see scaffolding around the ginormous Christmas Tree being prepped for the holidays. We meandered down to see the Zamboni clearing the ice for the next skate session. As much as the Rockettes were a dazzling example of skill and precision, those taking the ice, with a few exceptions, were the epitome of courage and determination while trying to complete a lap or two around the rink. It was almost more entertaining and inspiring to see so many take to the ice and give it their best shot. As for the restaurant, you are paying at least $50 just to sit down with an ice level view. We we're both pleased with our fixed-price meal and the service and would return without hesitation. If the timing is right, you could find yourself right next to the ice during your meal. Highly recommended, special occasion splurge. [+]=>>>*

Loved this place. It is located in the area where the ice rink is during winter, and has a bar and tables all the way to the fountain. The nice thing about it is that although it is in a tourist spot, down there there are no tourists walking around so you can have a nice meal and enjoy your stay. We had lunch on a nice sunny summer day, the ideal seats are in the lounge area in front of the fountain but they get very little shade so they may not be a great spot for a long lunch. We had salads, sandwiches and cheesecake. While it is definitely touristy, it seemed upscale and the food was very good. Service was friendly.