23 NYC Restaurants To Know About Before Showtime
Looking for some of the best pre-theatre restaurants in Hell’s Kitchen, NYC? From longtime Restaurant Row institutions and Italian favorites to Thai, Indian, French, Korean and contemporary American cuisine, the neighborhood is home to an impressive range of restaurants within walking distance of Broadway, Off-Broadway and other NYC theatres
Across Hell’s Kitchen and NYC’s iconic Restaurant Row, local menus feature everything from prix fixe dinners and pre-theatre specials to steaks, handmade pastas, regional dishes, creative cocktails, wine and more
Whether you’re searching for a pre-theatre dinner, drinks before a show, a prix fixe menu or simply a great place to eat before showtime, here are 23 Hell’s Kitchen restaurants every theatre-goer should know about
23. Palermo Argentinian Bistro
📍 373 W 46th Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Argentinian steakhouse on Restaurant Row serving premium grilled steaks, empanadas, shareable parrilladas and a deep Argentinian wine list
22. Rosevale Cocktail Room
📍 305 W 48th Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Theatrical cocktail lounge above Rosevale Kitchen pairing inventive cocktails with Wagyu sliders, tuna tartare, caviar and truffle fries
21. Carversteak
📍 305 W 48th Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Modern steakhouse inside CIVILIAN Hotel offering The Broadway 48, a $65 three-course pre-theatre menu from 4–5:30 PM on show nights
20. Chez Josephine
📍 414 W 42nd Street | between 9th & 10th Avenue
🍽️ Parisian-inspired bistro honoring Josephine Baker with French-American classics, nightly live piano and an intimate, theatrical atmosphere
19. Danji
📍 346 W 52nd Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Chef Hooni Kim’s intimate Korean restaurant serving elevated comfort food, from signature bulgogi sliders to crispy tofu and spicy wings
18. Joe Allen
📍326 W 46th Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Broadway institution serving American classics in a theatre-filled setting, beloved for its wall of famous flops and pre-curtain energy
17. Pure Thai Cookhouse
📍 766 9th Avenue | between 51st & 52nd Street
🍽️ Tiny, acclaimed Thai spot specializing in bold, authentic dishes inspired by Thailand’s street-food stalls and regional noodle shops
16. Becco
📍 355 W 46th Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Restaurant Row Italian favorite known for its $36.95 Sinfonia di Paste, with unlimited tableside servings of three daily pastas
15. BEA
📍 403 W 43rd Street | 9th & 10th Avenue
🍽️ Stylish American restaurant and cocktail spot serving globally inspired comfort food and creative drinks in an intimate setting with an inviting atmosphere
14. OBAO
📍 647 9th Avenue | between 45th & 46th Street
🍽️ Vibrant Pan-Asian restaurant blending Vietnamese and Thai flavors across aromatic noodles, curries, dumplings and shareable favorites
13. Sicily Osteria
📍 328–330 W 46th Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Stylish Sicilian restaurant celebrating regional flavors through handmade pastas, fresh seafood and classic Italian dishes, with daily happy hour specials
12. Il Punto Ristorante
📍507 9th Avenue | corner of 38th Street
🍽️ Intimate Italian restaurant pairing contemporary and classic dishes with warm, welcoming hospitality, and a 3-course prix fixe dinner menu beginning at 5 PM
11. Jaz Indian Cuisine
📍 813 9th Avenue | between 53rd & 54th Street
🍽️ Indian restaurant serving authentic Northern Indian cuisine, from rich curries to signature tandoor dishes, with a 3-course prix fixe dinner menu from 5–7 PM
10. V{IV}
📍 717 9th Avenue | between 48th & 49th Street
🍽️ Vibrant Thai restaurant serving bold, modern takes on classic dishes, shareable plates and creative cocktails in a lively, colorful setting
9. Dutch Fred’s
📍 307 W 47th Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Buzzing cocktail bar pairing imaginative drinks with elevated pub fare in a stylish, energetic setting that makes for a lively pre-show stop
8. Sir Henry’s
📍 795 8th Avenue | between 48th & 49th Street
🍽️ The upscale sports bar and social club blends stylish modern décor, craft cocktails and a diverse food menu
7. Nizza
📍 630 9th Avenue | between 44th & 45th Street
🍽️ Riviera-inspired Italian restaurant known for their house-made pasta, crisp pizzas, colorful salads and a wide-ranging Italian and French wine list
6. The Purple Tongue
📍 410 W 43rd Street | between 9th & 10th Avenue
🍽️ One of the city’s favorite cozy wine bars, known for their Mediterranean-inspired dishes, global wine selection and wine flights
5. Same Same
📍 401 W 47th Street | between 9th & 10th Avenue
🍽️ Approachable wine bar with a curated menu of drinks and shareable plates, plus a special post-theatre offering
4. Chalong Southern Thai
📍 749 9th Avenue | between 50th & 51st Street
🍽️ Acclaimed Southern Thai restaurant showcasing the fiery, aromatic flavors of Phuket through vibrant regional dishes in a stylish setting
3. Le Rivage
📍 340 W 46th Street | between 8th & 9th Avenue
🍽️ Restaurant Row classic specializing in French comfort food, with a 3-course prix fixe menu from 3:30–7:30 PM featuring dishes like coq au vin and a French onion soup burger
2. West Bank Cafe
📍 407 W 42nd Street | between 9th & 10th Avenue
🍽️ The Hell’s Kitchen staple with deep roots in the Broadway community, serves up the perfect mix of traditional Italian and classic American dishes on Theatre Row
1. Marseille
📍 630 9th Avenue | corner of 44th Street
🍽️ The lively, longtime Broadway favorite French brasserie offers Provençal-inspired cooking, classic brasserie energy and pre-show-friendly dining
