Pigalle
This lively French brasserie sits on a street corner away from the hustle and bustle of Times Square. Enjoy Southwestern French favorites like duck confit and quiche. Try the prix-fixe menu special for a pre-theater dinner for $26. Choose from entrees like steak au poivre and lamb top sirloin. Dessert offerings include creme-brulee and opera cake. Pigalle is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and late-night dinner. Average price per plate is under $25 (all prices as of 2009). Smart casual attire is appropriate at this popular restaurant
Pigalle
790 Eighth Ave.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 489-2233
pigallenyc.com
Sapporo
This inexpensive Japanese eatery specializes in ramen noodles, sushi, kimchi and hot soups. Open since the 1970s, this casual establishment is popular among locals for a quick soup to warm them up during cold months. Enjoy views of the kitchen or passers-by in vibrant Times Square. Beer, wine and sake are served. Casual attire is acceptable in this cash-only establishment. Average plate runs less than $10 (as of 2009).
Sapporo
152 W 49th St.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 869-8972
Sardi's
Open since 1921, this New York institution is also the venue for the Tony Awards luncheon and after parties. With caricatures of celebrities lining the walls, this famous restaurant offers classic American, French and Italian dishes, like Sardi's cobb salad, steak tartar and chicken scaloppine. Sardi's is open for lunch, brunch, dinner and late-night dinner, however it is closed on Mondays. Plates are under $40. There's a prix-fixe menu for pre-theater dinner for about $50 per person, which includes an appetizer, entree, dessert and drink. Choose from entrees like New York steak or pork medallions and desserts like New York cheesecake and tiramisu. The dress code is smart casual. Prices as of 2009.
Sardi's
234 W 44th St.
New York, NY 10036
(212) 221-8440
sardis.com
Brooklyn Diner U.S.A.
Brooklyn Diner is a quintessential 1950s diner that serves classics like hot pastrami, cheeseburgers, chicken pot pie with a gourmet (sometimes organic) twist. An extensive wine list is available. This buzzing restaurant is open for lunch, brunch, dinner and late-night dinner. The average plate is under $30 (as of 2009). Save room for desserts like the double-chocolate pudding pie. Smart casual attire is acceptable.
Brooklyn Diner U.S.A.
155 W 43rd St.
New York, NY 10036
(212) 265-5400
brooklyndiner.com
Article Written By Roxanna Bina
Roxanna Bina has been writing for more than 15 years, mainly in the area of fashion, travel and entertainment news. Bina's articles have been published in Buzzine, Twolia, Trails, Travels, Brand Channel and "Independent Film Quarterly."
