1221 at MFP

all appetizers were surprisingly great. Entrees were just ok. Short ribs too dry and lack sauce. filet mignon was way too over done. Kings salmon was acceptable to me. desserts were nice. waiter services showed inexperienced in a few ways. Broke glasses 4 times within a meal.

Long Islanders of a certain age recall fondly the grungy iconic eclectic music club situated underneath the Roslyn viaduct in a converted bowling alley. "My Father's Place" (MFP) featured basic beer and great bands, thriving from the early 1970s through the mid-1980s.

Last summer, proprietor "Eppy" brought back MFP, in the new upscale format of a music supper club, in the Roslyn Hotel, a few blocks from the original MFP. Many of the old bands have returned to perform, but now the room is modern, comfortable, and attractive, and there's a menu of food and drink worthy of consumption (we went once in summer and have tickets for later this month).

A few steps away, across the lobby from the reincarnated music club, is a newish restaurant, dubbed "1221 @ MFP," helmed by accomplished Chef Tomo Kobayashi (whose experience includes stints at Lespinasse, Alain Ducasse, and Asiate, and as corporate executive chef for the Poll Restaurant Group). He also provides the food for the club (there are two separate menus). The restaurant's contemporary-styled room is not large, but features an ample bar that catered to some additional patrons after the music show next door let out.

We and our good friends arrived by 7:15 pm and were nearly the last to leave, at 11:30. Despite the length of our stay, we never were rushed, and our table of four didn't feel compelled to move it along, as surprisingly the room never became more than three quarters full on a Saturday night (do they have a marketing issue?). The availability of tables was inconsistent with the quality of the offerings.

We enjoyed: cocktails/wine by the glass to start; a bottle of Chablis (French White) as well as a bottle of a 2009 Saint Emilion (Red Bordeaux); Italian Burrata (2 orders), Yellowfin Tuna Crudo, Hen of Woods Mushroom, Colorado Lamb Chops (3 orders), Red Snapper With Mushrooms and Soba Noodles in Spicy Miso Broth; and we concluded with Amontillado Sherry and Dow White Port to accompany assorted sorbets (the lychee sorbet was particularly highly acclaimed at our table).

Service was delivered with youthful exuberance and few glitches. Volume levels were quite manageable (reflective, perhaps, of the census in the place). Food prices are consistent with what you'd expect, and the prices on the nice wine list appeared to be somewhat on the moderate side.

Practical note: The direct entrance to the restaurant (and music club) is from the parking garage around the back - I think our Lyft driver had to go up one ramp from the street level and circle around back down two ramps to get there. Perhaps there's an easier way (a front entrance that we didn't see, because I wasn't driving?), but construction and a current lack of signage makes it less than intuitive both upon arrival and also if you're giving instructions as to where to be picked up.

Food was amazing ! And service was perfect! Ordered lamb meatballs for appetizer and lamb shank for the main course . Other dishes on our table included Duck and truffle chicken! They suggested having Cabernet with the lamb dish and the choice of wine was excellent! Highly recommend 1221????????

Great food, awesome environment - take in a show while you’re there too

Tried out this new place in Roslyn, on the ground floor of the Roslyn Hotel. The hotel is a bit set back and difficult to spot initially. The resturant has a casual contemporary yet old school speakeasy feel. Very spacious booths that are also intimate. Food is progressive but very approachable and delicious. The service is working out the kinks (needed some patience in the beginning before things started clicking), given it’s a new resturant. The drinks took a few minutes longer than they should have, but the cocktails are also delicious. Not sugary and thick, but smooth and satisfying. The bread is average, but the amusebouse is a nice touch—flavorful and inviting. Also the place did a moist towel to start the meal, very classy and luxe. All in all a lovely evening out with the hallmark of a luxurious and fun dining experience. Will return and won’t be surprised if it’s better!