If it were just for the view this place would be unparalleled but they proudly advertise and display their culinary credentials. The service and the view were impeccable, but the food was wanting. Perhaps it was because it was a Sunday night, perhaps it was because we ordered from the 50th anniversary menu (One dinner wanted the chicken that wasn't on the a la carte  menu. Between 4 of us we had chicken, veal, sole and swordfish. The sole had to go back due to bones, the chicken and veal were mostly flavorless and the swordfish was dry. Most disappointing was the unmistakable taste of instant mashed potatoes. Although mine actually did have chunks of real potatoes, these were obviously dried or someone went to great lengths to make them taste that way. \n\nIt is truly unfortunate that such a nice place with such an outstanding atmosphere and service served up food so far under their own advertised standard. It, in all truth, cost them a very prestigious VIP dinner.