Dining Near Cultural Institutions - Chez Josephine

Dining Near Cultural Institutions - Chez Josephine

Chez Josephine
414 W. 42nd St., 212-594-1925, Theatre District,
Manhattan
Sexy, mellow Chez Josephine provides a quiet
respite from the mayhem of Times Square, and
it's within walking distance of every major
Broadway theater.

The bargain-priced ($35) pre-
theater menu includes lobster bisque, braised
short ribs and lemon tarte brûlée. Jean-Claude
Baker and Jarry Baker, the adopted sons of risqué
chanteuse Josephine Baker, have run a tight ship
since 1986. The venue has a bordello-like
demeanor but its character is not anything-goes.

The dedication to correct bistro fare and gracious
service is strongly felt. It's truly restaurant-as-
theater, with live piano entertainment nightly and
a talented, Broadway-worthy barman who may
burst into song. You may love it so much you'll
want to return for more after the show and
luckily, you can.

It's one of the few Theatre
District restaurants open until 1am.

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