The £32.5million man paid off the first instalment of his British record price-tag by putting Mark Hughes' men ahead with a superb 13th-minute free-kick.
But it was downhill all the way after that as Chelsea scored three times without reply, with Frank Lampard grabbing two, to register a seventh straight win over City even though England captain John Terry was sent off for a professional foul.
It was a reality check Hughes did not need, although it should ensure expectations are lowered - until January's transfer window opens - and in Robinho the Blues have a talent to savour.
Given the amazing events of the last fortnight at what has now been dubbed 'Middle Eastlands' by the City support, it was perhaps no surprise Robinho should make the perfect start.
His pricetag ensures every move he makes will get monitored and a warm embrace with Luiz Felipe Scolari after the traditional pre-match handshakes did little to foster a feeling he has ended up where he wanted to be.
But any doubts over his commitment were swept away by the 24-year-old's reaction to a goal that could be a point historians will remember as the moment City's revolution began.
Player of the Match : Robinho (Man City)
Watch the highlights: Man City VS Chelsea
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