Sinatra Tribute. Concert & dinner.

Come for Sinatra, stay for the supper. This 140-minute evening pairs a live tribute concert with a three-course dinner at Art Restaurant Mánes, a cultural venue known for its functionalist architecture, gallery setting, piano, and river views. I like the easy format: dinner first, music second, with no need to arrange separate evening plans. I also like the song list, which reaches beyond the obvious hits and includes One for My Baby, Witchcraft, Something Stupid, and New York, New York.

The main caution is pacing. One French booking note described the meal as a little quick, and another diner found parts of the food not warm enough. The evening has earned a strong 4.6 rating from nine verified bookings, with especially warm praise for the talented musicians, delicious food, and setting. Still, you should arrive ready for a polished dinner-concert package rather than a long, leisurely restaurant meal.

Key points at a glance

• Dinner comes first: You begin with a welcome drink and three-course meal before the concert starts.
• The menu has Czech-European comfort: Pea cream soup, beef Bourguignon, and sweet mini dumplings make up the standard menu.
• The concert covers 17 songs: Expect major Sinatra favorites, romantic standards, and a few less predictable selections.
• Mánes supplies the atmosphere: Functionalist design, an art gallery, piano, and river views give the night more character than a basic cabaret.
• Creative formal dress is recommended: Sportswear is not allowed, so this is a chance to dress for the occasion.
• The price is $93 per person: That covers the welcome drink, dinner, and concert, while extra drinks cost more.

Why Mánes makes a fitting Sinatra venue

Frank Sinatra’s music depends on mood. A room with a piano, art on the walls, and a touch of old-fashioned polish suits it better than a noisy bar or anonymous theater. Mánes brings those pieces together in one place.

The venue combines the Art Restaurant Mánes with the famous Mánes Gallery and functionalist architecture. You are not only buying a concert ticket. You are getting a complete evening in a cultural setting, with the river nearby and the building itself helping to set the tone.

One especially useful detail comes from the June 2024 booking notes: the restaurant sits right by the river and offers spectacular views. Exact views depend on your table and the conditions of the evening, so I would not book this solely for a guaranteed panorama. Still, the riverside location adds a pleasant sense of place before the music begins.

The design matters because it keeps the event from feeling like a routine dinner theater production. Mánes has a visual identity. The architecture, gallery, dining room, and piano create a setting where Sinatra’s polished songs feel at home.

Starting with pea cream and a welcome drink

The evening begins with a welcome drink, followed by the signature three-course dinner. This order is practical. You can settle in, eat, and enjoy the concert without wondering when dinner will arrive or trying to balance a plate during the performance.

The first course is pea cream soup with butter croutons, fava beans, basil crème fraîche, watercress oil, and afila sprouts. It is a carefully dressed version of a familiar soup, with creamy texture and several fresh garnishes. If you enjoy vegetable soups, this should be a pleasant opening. The presentation sounds more refined than rustic, but the dish remains approachable.

The meal is designed to fit a concert schedule, not a long tasting menu. That distinction matters. One booking note praised the food but found the meal somewhat rushed, while another said parts of the food were not warm enough. I would keep your expectations realistic: this is a composed three-course dinner served before a show, with a fixed timetable.

If you prefer to eat slowly, tell the staff early. You may have less time to linger than you would during a stand-alone restaurant dinner.

Beef Bourguignon before the first song

The main course is beef Bourguignon in red wine gravy with fried oyster mushrooms, onions, and potato and celery purée. It is the most substantial part of the meal, with familiar European flavors and a soft, rich style that fits a cool evening.

The beef dish gives the dinner a sense of occasion without becoming too experimental. The mushrooms and onions add texture and savor, while the purée provides a smooth base for the gravy. I like this choice for a mixed group because it is distinctive enough to feel special but not so unusual that it divides the table.

Families should note the separate children’s main course: chicken schnitzel with potato purée. That makes the event more workable for children, although the adult menu and formal dress recommendation suggest an evening aimed mainly at grown-ups.

An alternative main course can be arranged if you request it at least 48 hours before the concert begins. This is important for dietary needs or strong food preferences. The available information does not specify which alternatives can be supplied, so ask at booking rather than assuming a particular dish.

Sweet mini dumplings and the switch to music

Dessert is sweet mini dumplings with vanilla custard. The name points to a Central European style of dessert, and the small portions make sense after the soup and beef course. It gives you a final taste of the kitchen without making the transition to the concert feel heavy.

Once dinner ends, the room changes purpose. The same piano and dining setting become the backdrop for the Sinatra tribute. That shift is one of the event’s best features. You do not have to leave the building, find the concert hall, or work out where to eat afterward.

The change also explains why timing can feel brisk. The restaurant needs to clear the meal and prepare for the performance within the two-hour-plus evening. If you want a slow dinner with long pauses between courses, this may not be the right choice. If you like a well-organized night with a clear beginning and end, the format works well.

Seventeen songs, from Fly Me to the Moon to My Way

The program opens with Fly Me to the Moon, a natural choice for setting the mood. It then moves through songs connected to Sinatra’s screen and stage persona, including From Here to Eternity and You Only Live Twice.

The middle of the first half mixes playful and intimate material:

• I’ve Got a Kick Out of You
• The Man I Love
• One for My Baby
• I’ve Got a Crush on You
• I’ve Got You Under My Skin

This selection gives the performer room to shift from swing and flirtation to slower, more reflective numbers. One for My Baby is especially important for anyone who wants more than a parade of famous choruses. It brings out the late-night, storytelling side of Sinatra’s style.

After the break, the program continues with Love’s Been Good to Me, Bang Bang, Come Fly with Me, New York, New York, and I’ve Got Rhythm. The final stretch includes Witchcraft, Strangers in the Night, My Way, and Something Stupid.

The song list is broad enough to suit both longtime fans and people who mainly know Sinatra through a few major hits. You get the expected crowd-pleasers, but also songs that show the range of his repertoire. The program is not limited to one sound. It moves between swing, romantic ballads, film songs, and theatrical numbers.

A break divides the concert into two parts. That gives you a natural pause after the meal and first set. The full event lasts 140 minutes, so the concert itself is shorter than the whole evening, with dinner taking up the opening section.

What the music seems to do best

The strongest praise for this experience centers on the musicians. One couple described the performers as highly talented and said they had an amazing time. Another booking called the food delicious and the musicians talented, while a separate note simply described the entertainment as very good.

That pattern is useful. The heart of the evening is the live performance, not a theatrical replica with elaborate scenery. You should come for musicians interpreting Sinatra’s songs, rather than expecting an exact copy of a particular Las Vegas show.

The program’s strength is its range. New York, New York gives the room a big finish, while One for My Baby and Strangers in the Night bring a softer mood. Something Stupid adds a duet-like romantic touch to the closing part of the program.

If you enjoy vocal standards, piano-led entertainment, and music with a classic lounge feel, this should suit you well. If you want a loud, modern concert with dancing and a large stage production, the format may feel restrained.

Is $93 a fair price?

At $93 per person, the value depends on how you measure an evening out. The price includes the welcome drink, signature three-course dinner, and concert. Extra drinks can be ordered at the venue but are not included.

That is a reasonable package if you already planned to pay for a quality dinner and live entertainment separately. You also receive the setting: the Mánes building, the gallery atmosphere, functionalist design, and riverside position. Those details give the evening more substance than a meal followed by background music.

The value is less clear if you mainly want the concert. In that case, part of the price goes toward the fixed dinner and venue experience. You are also committing to the set menu and schedule.

I would see this as a special-night purchase rather than a budget activity. It suits a couple marking an occasion, a music fan wanting a polished night out, or someone who likes combining art, architecture, food, and performance in one booking.

Dress for the Mánes mood

Creative formal dress is recommended, and sportswear is not allowed. The wording gives you room to have fun with your clothing rather than requiring strict black tie.

You might choose a jacket with an unusual detail, a smart dress with a strong color, or another outfit that feels polished without looking predictable. The dress code is part of the experience. Sinatra’s music carries a certain ceremony, and casual sports clothes would work against the room’s tone.

Arrive dressed for dinner and the concert. You do not need to change between the two parts of the evening.

Who will enjoy this evening most?

I would recommend the experience to:

• Sinatra fans who want a full program rather than a short medley
• Couples seeking a refined night with dinner and music
• People who enjoy architecture, art spaces, and riverside dining
• Small groups looking for a shared cultural evening
• Families who can manage a formal setting, since a child’s chicken schnitzel option is available

The event may be less suitable if you dislike fixed menus, need a very slow dinner, or prefer casual entertainment. The food timing is the main practical concern. The menu sounds appealing, but the schedule can make the meal feel more like part of the program than a relaxed restaurant visit.

The experience is wheelchair accessible, and an English-speaking host or greeter is available. A small group option is also offered. The exact meeting point may vary by the option booked, so check your confirmation carefully.

Useful planning details before you book

You can reserve now and pay later, which helps if your schedule is still shifting. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.

For food changes, make your request at least 48 hours ahead. Do not wait until arrival, since the kitchen needs advance notice for an alternative main course.

The program is presented in English. The supplied details do not identify the individual singer or musicians, so you should not expect a named performer to be part of the booking promise.

Should you book the Sinatra Tribute at Mánes?

Book it if you want a complete cultural evening, not just a concert. The combination of a riverside art venue, functionalist architecture, three-course dinner, welcome drink, and 17-song program gives you plenty for the $93 price.

I would be especially happy to recommend it to couples and classic-pop fans. The musicians receive the clearest praise, and the setting sounds like a major part of the pleasure. Go in knowing that dinner may move quickly and that occasional serving-temperature issues are possible.

If those limits do not bother you, this is a stylish and convenient way to spend an evening with Sinatra’s music. Put on something creative and formal, arrive ready to eat first, and save your energy for My Way near the end.

FAQ

What is included in the Sinatra Tribute experience?

The package includes a welcome drink, a signature three-course dinner, and the concert.

How long does the experience last?

The full experience lasts 140 minutes.

What is served for dinner?

The standard menu includes pea cream soup with garnishes, beef Bourguignon in red wine gravy with fried oyster mushrooms, onions, and potato and celery purée, followed by sweet mini dumplings with vanilla custard.

Is there a children’s meal?

Yes. The children’s main course is chicken schnitzel with potato purée.

Can I request a different main course?

Yes. An alternative main course can be served if you order it at least 48 hours before the concert begins.

Are drinks other than the welcome drink included?

No. Extra drinks can be ordered at the venue, but they are not included in the price.

What should I wear?

Creative formal clothing is recommended, and sportswear is not allowed.

Is the experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The activity is wheelchair accessible.

Can I cancel or pay later?

You can reserve now and pay later. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.