227762 Fri Nov 04 17:38:39 -0800 2005 3 18 Manhattan 0 1210613 In from out of town and need a good pre-theatre restaurant, not a tourist trap. Have had good reports on Rene Pujol. What do you think?? thanks Fri Nov 04 17:38:39 -0800 2005 0 steakman55 1 1210623 Almost next door to Rene Pujol is a very nice French bistro called Tout Va Bien. Two weeks ago, we had an excellent dinner there --- good food and more moderate prices that Rene Pujol. My spouse had onion soup & frog legs, and I had the prix fixe pre-theater dinner at $21.95 (I chose pumpkin soup, mussels, and chocolate mousse). An excellent meal at a reasonable price. (I haven't dined at Rene Pujol, but I did examine their menu. Prices are about 30 percent higher, if that matters to you.) Good luck Fri Nov 04 19:11:21 -0800 2005 1210613 0 Steve 2 1210626 Has anyone had experience with Chez Napoleon? Was considering that for pre-theater. How does it compare? Fri Nov 04 19:28:13 -0800 2005 1210623 0 cheri 1 1210624 It's one of the best restaurants in the theater district, good food and excellent wine list. Go! :) Fri Nov 04 19:12:16 -0800 2005 1210613 0 Jon36