665470 Sat Nov 07 16:36:47 -0800 2009 3 18 Manhattan 0 5164015 we have 7pm theater tickets and wondering which place would be a better choice before. i looked on open table and saw that scarlotta is in the theater district, so i assume it's closer. when i mapquested cipriani with the theater it says 1.6 miles or 8 minutes. my inlaws really loved it last time they were in nyc. we don't want to be rushed. what time should we make a reservation for? thanks Sat Nov 07 16:36:48 -0800 2009 11827 woofer 1 5164021 scarlatto is eh....food is so rushed its not quality. i wouldnt go out of my way for cipriani either. try uncle nick's for greek.....or nick's ouzaria for greek tapas Sat Nov 07 16:40:29 -0800 2009 5164015 1103202 smokeandapancake 1 5164122 Whatever you do, avoid Harry Cipriani like the plague. Along with Mr. Chow, it is a contender for the worst restaurant in NYC. It kowtows to the rich that have no concern for food and don't mind being ripped off for the scene and atmosphere. There's actually a $36 salad on the menu featuring canned tuna. The fact that you can walk south a few blocks, have an infinitely, infinitely, infinitely superior meal at Le Bernardin, and walk out actually spending less seems like some sort of cosmic joke. The zero star review of Harry Cipriani from the NYTimes: http://events.nytimes.com/2007/11/14/dining/reviews/14rest.html Consider Becco, ViceVersa, Marseille, and Toloache in the Theater District. If you're looking for something more upscale, Daniel Boulud's db Bistro moderne is a great choice. Their $45 pre-theater menu may be the best option in the area given the time constraint. Sat Nov 07 17:48:59 -0800 2009 5164015 204151 hcbk0702 2 5164343 my friend who lives in the city suggested vice versa. looks like that's the winner. Sat Nov 07 20:01:16 -0800 2009 5164122 11827 woofer