By Denise Sodaro
Restaurants abound in Midtown.
Midtown Manhattan is an area in
New York City roughly between the Hudson River and East River from about 14th Street to 60th Street. The Theater District, Empire State Building and Rockefeller Center are all located in this area. Restaurants of all types abound in the area, from fine dining to casual eateries to quick bites.
Per Se
Per Se combines fine dining with a fine atmosphere.
Per Se is located in the Time Warner building in Manhattan. It is a French-inspired fine dining restaurant where great attention is paid to the atmosphere as well as the food. Fresh flower arrangements reflect the daily food choices and provide a seasonal atmosphere. The centerpiece of dining at the restaurant is a nine course tasting menu inspired by fresh ingredients available that day. A salon or a la carte menu is also available and a signature dish is Per Se's macaroni and cheese with poached lobster, mascarpone, orzo and a parmesan crisp. Reservations are accepted two months in advance.
Per Se
10 Columbus Circle
New York NY 10019
212-823-9335
perseny.com
The Russian Tea Room
Caviar can be found in the Russian Tea Room.
The Russian Tea Room is adjacent to Carnegie Hall and first opened its doors in 1927. It is known for its gaudy décor, echoing Imperial Russia. The semicircular red banquet booths featured at the entrance have hosted dignitaries and stars. The menu is continental and features well known Russian favorites such as beef Stroganoff and caviar with blinis and soft boiled eggs, known as the Czar's Eggs. Cocktails have Russian inspired names, such as the Moscow Mule, and feature a variety of vodkas.
The Russian Tea Room
150 West 57 Street
New York NY 10019
212-581-7100
russiantearoomnyc.com
Carmine's
Fill up with family style pasta at Carmine's.
Carmine's is located in the Theater District within easy walking distance of the theaters and Broadway. It is a boisterous, causal Italian restaurant serving large portions family style that will serve four to six people. Dark wood is featured throughout the restaurant and large bar, and black and white floors with red checkered tablecloths create a casual atmosphere. The menu is classic Italian, featuring such favorites as veal parmigiana and traditional pasta dishes including spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna, penne alla vodka and Bolognese meat sauce. The house specialty ossobucco.
Carmine's
200 West 44 Street
New York NY 10036
212-221-3800
carminesnyc.com
About the Author:
Denise Sodaro is a career writer. Her articles have appeared in many magazines and newspapers, including the New York Times and Newsday. Her interests are eclectic; ranging from pet care to medicine and everything in between. Sodaro writes fiction and screenplays, several of which have won awards. She has a Bachelor of Science from Cornell University and a Master of Science from Adelphi University.
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