starrs

diann, they often offer a wine flight service with their prix fixe meal. It includes three different wines suggested to pair with each of the three courses of the meal. I've done that everytime I've gone. If it interests you, it's a good value and a nice way to try different wines.

minx

What about Becco?...Lidia B's place in the TD area.Too touristy?Seems as if it has gotten a bit pricey since we were last there 2 years ago and for what it offers.We are considering it for a casual place for a friends BD dinner.Lots of service issues in reviews though.Thoughts...

doug_stallings

I've been to Becco many times, with large groups and just with my partner. I don't find service to be a big issue there. Even when they are really busy, they do a good job, and they are so crowded that they rarely make you wait long for a table, though the last time I went was with a group of 8, and we had to wait about 5 minutes for our table to be prepped.

Becco used to be a big locals place, but since Lidia Bastianich has gotten so famous it's now very touristy (no doubt about that), but the food can be quite good. However, it's a total zoo, particularly during the pre-theater hours.

I'm not a fan of the all-you-can-eat pasta meal anymore. The choices are usually not very good. However, the regular menu is actually quite good, and they have some excellent deals on wine. So it's a mixed bag.

FYI: I really dislike sitting upstairs or by the bar. Both areas are particularly cramped. The big back room is the best place.

minx

Thanks Doug...reviews tend to be kinder on TA in terms of service...can't recall where I was reading the not so good service reviews. Think we'll stick with the plan and go there for the BD dinner.

diann24

Starrs that sounds great with the various wines. I am a wine person. Love my wine with food. To just sit and drink it no, but to pair it with food great. I might just need this due to the weather report. I KNEW whenever I planned this whether it me March or April I would have rain. It is just my luck. On the bright side it could be inches of snow!!! LOL!!

diann24

I just wanted to report back. We had lunch prior to the show at the West Bank Cafe. It was just wonderful!!! The place was quaint, the food was excellent, and the service great as well. They had a wonderful carrot soup, we both had the scallops wine, coffee and dessert. It was the best recommendation and I can't thank you enough.I am glad I had reservations as it was packed!!

The play was Fabulous!! We both loved it. We went to Hard Rock cafe after the show and had a few margaritias for the train ride home. A fun day for sure. Thanks starrs and everyone.