The Library at the Public
425 Lafayette St, New York
(212) 539-8777
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It's a great place for dinner when attending a play at The Public, especially during a dinner break during what is otherwise a 5+ hour play (6.75 hours with the dinner break and an intermission). The food is very good and the wait staff is efficient.
The Library at the Public is a terrific place to have a lovely meal downtown. I normally go before a show at the Public Theater, but I also choose to eat there if I'm in the neighborhood. Food is delicious and very fresh. The service is terrific.
A great pre-theatre choice inside the Public Theater itself, with great service and nicely-spaced tables in a wood-paneled "library" setting. The food, however, is inconsistent. Our salad, although fresh, was in a pool of watery dressing. The ravioli special appeared to be made with frozen ravioli; the pasta was undercooked. And the portion was much too small for the price. On the other hand, the fish and chips was excellent. Stay with the "basics," and you'll...
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