I probably smiled through the entire dinner.
We arrived about 15 minutes prior to our reservations as suggested and waited at Jaleo. Our waitress assisted us in making suitable drink choices which would please our palates and paired well with dinner. We were then taken to a private cozy yet comfortable dining room where a team of chefs awaited us. They introduced themselves and recited love sonnets about Chef Jose Andres from the beginning to the end.
Food - I may just not be fancy enough of a foodie to truly appreciate and really "love" this place as so many other reviewers seem to. It was hands down the prettiest 20+ plates of food that I have eaten in my life so far - no doubt! Every dish that came out was more creative and visually appealing than the previous. Even the serving plates were gorgeous and unique. The entire experience was thoroughly enjoyable despite the average $400 person price tag (adding drinks).
But you know when you eat something and as soon as your plate is finished - your tongue, brain, and tummy are all sooo happy together that your only thought is "Damn, when do I get this in my belly again??" For some reason, I didn't feel that way towards a single plate. Everything was great to have once, but there was nothing I would crave to have again.
Despite having said that, I still suggest that if you're on the fence about trying this place - totally go for it!! Its honestly a dinner AND a show. We eagerly awaited each upcoming plate the entire time like giddy kids who were waiting to go on the next ride.
You also get to "people watch" very closely since you dine at one large table. A woman practically scolded her husband quite louldly on the apposite end of the table for leaving a couple specs of caviar on the plate and called him a "sinner" with all the seriousness in the world. We had a great time. It was AMAZING.
3.25 hours later we shared a cheese pizza and ice cream.