"I'm not sure how two spaces separated by a single door can be so different. The lobby of the Seelbach is ornate, classical, and inspired. Through the door into Gatsby's on 4th and all of that is blindingly stripped away and a simple restaurant with a buffet on portable tables is all that's left. This could be literally anywhere. It was not what I expected given that it bears the name of the character that the hotel inspired, one who is wealthy, entertaining, and a fixture of American literature. No one is going to be writing a book based on this place. White walls with sparse decoration. Some interesting sconces. Its plain. Its boring. But hey, not everything has to inspire a novel, right? We visited for breakfast, not knowing it was a buffet. We probably would have kept looking had it not been so cold, but for $20 a person, it should be OK. It certainly wasn't great, but it was OK. Service, especially for a buffet, is remarkably attentive. There's not a lot for them to do, but the two women working were well-dressed, friendly, and helpful. Food was... hmmm... So, there's not a wide selection. There are a couple of tables with what is essentially an expanded continental breakfast on one and some hot options on the other. I passed on the cereal and oatmeal and went straight for the other. The eggs seemed like they came from powdered supply, the biscuits were definitely thaw and heat, the gravy was a good consistency but lacked flavor. The sausage, bacon and home fries all had good flavor! The beverage station has a selection of a couple of juices, black coffee and decaf, water, and three types of black tea and decaf. Gatsby's is a good option if you're on an expense account and need a quick meal at your hotel before heading out."
