Patsy's
Patsy's is conveniently near Manhattan's theater district and features a pre-theater menu. It is a family-owned Neopolitan restaurant that has been in business since 1944. In addition to the pre-theater special, Patsy's serves lunch and dinner, including a prix-fixe luncheon menu. The hours of operation are Sunday through Thursday from noon-12 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 12-11 p.m. Some of the house specialties are lobster fra diavolo, veal chops Siciliano and chicken Contadina. An extensive wine list is also available. During Christmas week, Patsy's serves The Feast of the Seven Fishes, which does require a reservation.
Patsy's
236 W. 56th St.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 247-3490 (for reservations)
patsys.com
Puttanesca
This Italian restaurant sits at the corner of 56th Street and Ninth Avenue, also near the theater district as well as Columbus Circle. Puttanesca serves lunch and dinner as well as a weekend brunch. Lunch hours are Monday through Friday from noon-4 p.m. On Monday and Tuesday, dinner is served from 4 to 11 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 4 p.m. until midnight; and Saturday and Sunday between 4 p.m. and 1 a.m. On weekends, brunch is offered from 12 to 4 p.m. Options include pastas, meats and seafood dishes, as well as a fine wine selection.
Puttanesca
859 Ninth Ave.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 581-4177
puttanesca.com
Casa Lever
Casa Lever is a sophisticated and upscale venue. Its website boasts that Casa Lever is "where Manhattan sophistication meets superb Milanese." There is an extensive wine list as well as an original cocktail menu. The restaurant offers a raw bar, and entrée choices include pastas, meats and fish. There are a number of decadent dessert options, including tartufo and pumpkin cheesecake. Casa Lever also hosts special events and has four unique settings to offer, including a landscaped outdoor space. Casa Lever's regular hours of operation are from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily.
Casa Lever
390 Park Ave. (at 53rd St.)
New York, NY 10022
(212) 888-2700
www.casalever.com
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