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Hell's Kitchen/ Westside Theatre area
www.dafnitaverna.com is n inexpensive Greek resto on 42 Street.
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Dafni
325 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036
Midtown Dining on a budget? Help!
Another vote for the Benoit! Esp. when I stay at the Warwick as it's so
convenient and the folks are so nice!
oyster bar
Mea culpa. You're all right; I was there on there Sat. I was in town for the
wk-end w/so much activity I got bollixed up!
oyster bar
No, there were 3 of us and we sat at a table...actually the resto reminded all of
us of ones we've been to in Florence. I had reserved on OpenTable as I
always do when in the city.
oyster bar
Grand Central Oyster Bar has a huge selection. I was there Sunday nite about 5:30
and the noise level was tolerable. Unfortunately, our waiter wasn't. You can check
menu on-line. Fresh oysters & oyster Rock. were delicious.
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Grand Central Oyster Bar
89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017
Robert at the Museum of Arts & Design
Have a non-foodie guest coming into town. Took her to MOMA & lunch last year.
Thought of combining a visit to the museum along w/lunch at their resto, Robert
which will also give her a view of NY.
I am the one into food, not her & wondered if any have dined there -- or is it deemed
"too touristy".
with thanks for replies -
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Robert
2 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10019
Inexpensive place in way west 40's
Glad to hear you are going to Dafni; one of my favorite lunch spots when
going to the theatre....let us know what you think.
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Dafni
325 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036
MOMA lunch
Was there Thurs for the FAB Henri Cartier-Bresson exhibit & we opted
to go 2 blocks to Benoit for a nice lunch...upon exiting, handed a little
bag bag w/seal with a white meringue...nice touch. Got a cuppa &
walked back to park across from MOMA to injest before re-entering MOMA.
Is there a real French restaurant in NY?
agree w/rrems. Chez Napoleon has been around forever & when my sister
(who fondly remembers mama's kidneys wanted the same) I found them here.
I suspect it doesn't get as much hype since it is hardly trendy or posh. .. sure
saves on the airfare though!!
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Chez Napoleon
365 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019
Pre-theatre?
I'm w/drumwine; just discovered Saju Bistro (I cannot believe it was due to a Michael
Urie testimonial in Playbill!) and was so so pleasantly pleased.
Also as noted, there is a plethora of decent inexp,. restos on 9th starting about 44th
going north plus on 42 the Greek resto across from Port Authority whose name escapes me.
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Saju
120 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036
Late afternoon drinks near Penn Station
www.sevenbarandgrill.com between 29 and 30 th streets on 7th.
Best Prix Fixe Deals in Manhattan?
In theatre district:
Giuliani's (formerly Roberto Passon) - $ 14.95 3 course lunch
Scarlatto - $14.95 - 3-course lunch
Marseille - $24.07 lunch; $35 dinner
Benoit - 3-course lunch - $15; 2-courses: $19
Sunday brunch around theater dist/Hell's Kitchen?
Thalia in the theatre district is quite popular. Not fancy, outdoor tables
in good weather albeit is on 8th ave but price is very reasonable.
Reasonably priced near Penn Station, not Korean
Niles on 87th between 30 & 31 streets is quite reasonable for lunch.
Took a client there and was able to have conversation w/o shouting.
The bar scene is up front and loud tho at nite
Manhattan with a strict budget and stricter goal
Well If you are going to Katz's OR RUss & Daughters, shouldn't you
try the $3.50 knish at Yonah Shimmel's on E Houston?
Restaurants.com??
Well they do work but you must carefully read the caveats for each restaurant.
They are esp. useful when one can purchase the $3 or $ 5 GC's.
In my limited experience, tho, they are never offered for 'hot' restos; rather
those that need the patrons. That being said, I have used them basically
in suburbia, not in NYC.
Recommendation for lunch - Hell's Kitchen
For really inexpensive on corner of 50th & 9th is Roberto Passon.
Sunday brunch near Times Square
another vote for Marseille. I also like Thalia (www.restaurantthalia.com)
on 8th Ave @ 50th
French Bistro for a Bday Dinner
Not in Soho, but since others have been mentioned, what about
Benoit
L'Absinthe?
Kellari Taverna Review
I am a fan of the 44 Street Kellari so thought I would try Kellari Parea for friend's recent birthday lunch, advising waiter to "do something" if she orders dessert.
The spanikopita (sp) had one of the best fillings ever, the dolmas were just okay, the
salmon quite moist. However, she ordered the balavah which was delivered by
2 singing waiters AND the owner who had previously come over to introduce himself.
Then two flutes of champagne arrived w/blueberries.
Then two shots of something I can't pronounce.
Thought they went beyond the pale to appreciate their customers so I definitely
will be back.
Business Dinner near Times Square
I personally do not think dbBistro is a good fit as I find it too noisy
for a good conversation...others may disagree.
Do you just want to 'entertain' prospect or try to get some serious
conversation going?
Papillon or ??
Looking for resto in the 54th & Lex ave area for lunch (not necessarily brunch) this Saturday.
Don't know this area. Found Papillon which appears to be somewhat pedestrian. Am I
wrong?
Any inexpensive (under $20 entrees) suggestions other than Indian would be greatly
appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Great food near 44th & Broadway?
As I suggested on another post, Lecker, you might want to skip dessert @ Marseille
& have it at Thalia after the theatre to get a feel for the place.
Post Theater dessert?
Dessert: Another suggestion: www.restaurantthalia.com
at the corner of 50th & 8th... they are friendly to theatre-goers
who only wish to have dessert afterwards....cute place too.
Need lunch spot in Times Square/Midtown/Theater District on Sat. 1/3
Hope I am not too late. look at www.nycrg.com. anyone of these restaurants
are wallet-friendly & tasty. and some may be reserved on Open Table
Enjoy lunch AND the show.
Good idea for restaurant row near Times Square
You do not indicate what kind of cuisine..some suggestions are:
www.kellari-parea.com. Greek; $29.95 early bird
www.robertopasson.com - Italian
www.marseillenyc.com - French
Puttanesca in HK - any good?
I agree it is okay but noisy. You might want to take a look at his other restaurants
some of which I prefer: www.nycrg.com
Has the economy affected your NYC restaurant/food selections? [moved from Manhattan]
I am a big fan of OpenTable & what I am doing is perusing their new list of restos
that are offering double points for dining...obviously an incentive for folks that are
changing their dining habits due to the economy.
Fiscally, I'm eliminating the after-meal coffee which is usually ridiculously priced
& many times not to my palate.
