Touch the Sky at One World Observatory: A Journey to New Heights
Situated at the 100th floor of One World Trade Center in New York, One World Observatory provides visitors with an amazing opportunity to view some of the most stunning vistas of New York skyline. This observatory is situated at the height of 3 hundred and three meters; it occupies the hundredth, one-oh-onest, and one-oh-two floors and offers the best view of the architectural achievements, historical monuments, and rivers. As soon as the guests step into the huge building they are transported in the time and space in the future, the high-speed elevator will take them to the 102 floors in less than one minute. On the way, the elevator ride becomes a time-lapse of New York’s growth, positioning the audience for the spectacular that is to follow.
First of all, the visitors are welcomed with the floor to ceiling windows with the 360-degree views that span for miles. They can look up to 45 miles into New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and other places when the day is clear. It is not only the view that attracts the visitors, but there are also various installations that explain the history, culture, and strength of New York. From digital screens to virtual reality, the technology used in the telling of the city’s story is second to none and paints a picture of NY that is both of yesterday and today for anyone that cares to see.
Exploring Beyond the View: Dining & Events
One World Observatory is not only a place to watch the beautiful view of New York City. It also has a premier dining at ONE Dine where guests can take their meal while watching the beautiful view of the city skyline. Seasonal dishes are also offered on the menu with the flavor of New York City’s multiculturalism, thus allowing the local and tourists to enjoy the best of the world’s cuisine. The observatory also has ONE Mix, a bar and café where one can take a cocktail or have a snack while enjoying the amazing views.
Besides the restaurant, One World Observatory can be rented for business meetings, conferences, weddings, and other events. Regardless of whether they are there for the view, the cuisine, or a special occasion, the visitors are left with memories of the expanse of New York below them, which has been created by the magnificence of the city as well as the opportunity to dine in the sky.
An Exquisite Dining Experience at ONE Dine Restaurant
One Dine Restaurant at One World Observatory has a varied menu that is at the same time rich in tastes and varied in techniques. Small Plates are another offering from Their culinary menu that introduces the guests to the dining experience. Guests can enjoy meals such as the Togarashi Yellowfin Tuna which is accompanied by farm herb salad and yuzu vinaigrette. The Caesar Salad comes with baby lettuce, radish and a sprinkle of Grana Padano while the Charcuterie Board is an eye-popping platter of Italian cured meats, Brie cheese and honey comb. The Smoked Pork Belly Ssam comes with kimchi cucumbers and garlic miso BBQ and the Roasted East & West Coast Oysters are served with savory spinach feta butter.
To those who want more substantial dishes, the Mains section provides upscale comfort food. The seafood option of Branzino served with roasted pepper Israeli couscous and Chermoula butter is one of the best while the Diver Scallops are presented in a sophisticated manner with braised fennel and a herb salad. The Pork Chop served with cauliflower purée and Marsala mustard jus will be appreciated by the fans of meat, the same as Steak Frites with roasted leeks and chimichurri. Vegetarian customers will also enjoy the Roasted Miso Cauliflower with tapenade and fried chickpeas as a side dish.
In addition to the meal, Sides are also presented that enrich the meal experience on the menu. The Broccolini is served with a brown butter vinaigrette while the Roasted Miso Maitake Mushroom is quite straightforward but tasty. No meal could be complete without a portion of Pommes Frites served with roasted garlic aioli on the side, and the sides are almost as mouth watering as the main courses.
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Signature Cocktails at ONE Dine Restaurant
At ONE Dine Restaurant, the Signature Cocktails are flavorful and well crafted, every one of them prepared by professional bartenders to give the guests the best drinking experience. The first drink is the Empire Sparks, a cocktail made with Prosecco, Empress Gin, basil, passion fruit, and agave syrup. For those who want to have a taste of the tropics, the Hudson Rush is Patron Silver mixed with Blue Curacao, mint, pineapple juice, and a hint of vanilla syrup. The Butterfly Gardens cocktail is floral in comparison to the previous drink with Empire Gin, St. Germaine, and One Rose Wine with lemon juice and simple syrup.
Signature Favorites are somewhat new and exciting creations that are quite distinct. The Big [Pine] Apple consists of Bacardi Rum, Amaretto and Malibu Rum topped with white cranberry, pineapple and raspberry for that perfect blend of sweet fruits. The Midtown Margarita is a hot one with Milagro Silver, Ancho Reyes Liqueur, and a lime jalapeno chili salt rim. The New World Fashion will be of interest to Bourbon fans, combining Wild West Ride Bourbon with Amaretto, sweet vermouth, honey, and orange bitters.
Other wonderful concoctions are the Uptown Martini, Brooklyn Gin with passion fruit and honey. The Tribeca is a blend of Hendricks Gin, Chambord and pomegranate, topped with mint and champagne. All these cocktails are meant to complement the food and bring out the best out of the dishes in terms of taste and outlook.
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Decadent Desserts at ONE Dine Restaurant
The dessert list at ONE Dine is to satisfy every customer with a touch of familiar favorites and creative novelties. The Bread Pudding accompanied by the condensed ice cream and the dulce de leche is a perfect dessert for any meal. The Chocolate Chip Cookies are the sweet-tooth’s delight with a touch of sea salt and the ideal chocolate milkshake to go with it, reminiscent of childhood, but with a gourmet twist. Another speciality is the Lava Cake, a chocolate cake that comes with a warm chocolate centre and topped with vanilla gelato. The Sorbet is a lighter dish that is colorful and can effectively round up any meal.
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Coffee & Tea Selection
To accompany the ONE Dine desserts, a variety of Illy Coffee is available starting from Illy Cappuccino, Illy Espresso, and Illy Latte. For those who want something less heavy, the Hot Tea category offers comfort and relaxation to the diners as they cap off their meal. From a strong cup of coffee to a cup of tea, the beverage list complements the desserts to a T.
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Delightful Kids’ Menu at ONE Dine Restaurant
At ONE Dine Restaurant, the children’s menu is selected with great attention so that kids also have delicious meals. The entrées are the Cheeseburger with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and house sauce served on a sesame brioche bun. For pasta lovers the Rigatoni Pomodoro is a basic and delicious dish garnished with Grana Padano and the Chicken Tenders are accompanied by pommes frites and ketchup which is sure to make it a favorite among kids.
That is why, in addition to the main dishes, the menu offers a number of options for side dishes to complete the meal. Several healthier options include the Mixed Green Salad and Fruit Cup for the guests who prefer lighter meals while the French Fries and Sautéed Broccoli cater for the conventional meal lovers. These sides are ideal for entrées allowing the kids to decide whether to go for something less heavy or go for the heavier options.
For the sweets lovers, there is the dessert menu that contains tasty meals. For children they have Vanilla Gelato or Chocolate Gelato; or the Chocolate Chip Cookie, served with a chocolate milkshake and a pinch of sea salt. For those who want to go for a lighter note, the Sorbet is a fruity and light dessert which would make a great conclusion to their dining experience at ONE Dine.
A Culinary Experience Above the Clouds
Eating at the ONE Dine Restaurant is one of the amazing experiences since the restaurant is located at the One World Observatory. Whether it’s mouth-watering seafood and succulent steaks, refreshing cocktails and invigorating desserts, the restaurant provides for all tastes with elegance. It is an ideal place for a family dinner or any other celebration, because the choice is great and every guest will be able to find something he or she likes, and the view is breathtaking.