The sculpture and metal work here is not to be missed. Stroll through the lobby and keep and eye out for these gems.
Almanac brings a 'micro-seasonal' menu and Colorado ski lodge vibes to the West Village. Offerings come in either a 3, 5, or 8 course tasting menu. They also plan to launch a bar menu soon. Leer más.
The meatballs here are the stuff of legend. Definitely go splitsies with this and another dish. It's enough for primi & secondi.
If it's Lemon Delight season and it's on the menu, be sure to give it a try. It's a house speciality.
The half priced bottles start after 4PM on Sunday. Blankets on demand for the outside tables.
Pro tip: if you're dinning alone ask to grab the bar downstairs and they can seat you immediately
If you like lobster, Thai food, or have a pulse; try the lobster bisque. I don't even really like lobster, and this is a revelation. Coming back for more. Might fly to Iceland for it.
The cheesecake desert with passion fruit is totally unique and utterly exceptional. It's a must.
The special roll of the house is crunchy, savory and delightful. At least do it as an app if you're ordering entrees.
Sauna & spa in the basement. Let the front desk know you want to use the sauna 10 minutes ahead if time and they will turn it on for you.
The grilled Icelandic lobster app is a perfect light and tasty stop on the way to another seafood dinner.
The same silica mud masks that are self serve in the water are for sale in the gift shop
Excellent breakfast buffet with a range of hot and cold options open to guests and non-guests alike
The grill combination of lamb, duck and steak is a huge win. It's the perfect amount post app.
Be sure to store bigger bags at the luggage area by the parking lot, unpacking to fit in the lockers is a pain
The bread comes with a very soft butter and volcanic salt. It's best to dip in the better rather than spread and dab the salt. It's like an amazing pretzel.
Try the whale steak appetizer. It tastes like a combination of tuna and lamb with a a very hearty consistency.
Dinner alone? No problem, the kitchen provides more than enough visual entertainment and you might just strike up an amazing conversation.
Somewhat hidden off the road, head back through the courtyard for a gem of an Icelandic steakhouse. Be hungry.
Live music; and at least tonight the band is an awesome combination of Grant Green, Boz Scaggs & Daft Punk's Random Access Memories. Oh and the they have ALL the beer.
