Last Updated: ~2 months ago
Phone: (212) 581-6464
Address: 326 WEST 46 STREET 10036
Theater District staple known for efficient pre-show dining, praised for its juicy burgers and iconic banana cream pie.
Ciera Velarde reviews Joe Allen, a Theater District bistro known for its pre-theater meals, praising its burger and martinis.
Joe Allen, a long-standing fixture in the Theater District since 1965, is renowned for its efficient and reliable pre-theater dining experience. This American bistro offers a charming atmosphere with walls adorned with Broadway memorabilia. While the menu features many standard American dishes, the generously sized martinis and the thick, juicy Joe Allen Burger are particularly praised, making it a popular choice for theatergoers.
Joe Allen offers classic American cuisine with standout dishes like their thick burger and banana cream pie. While some standard offerings like the shrimp cocktail might be skippable, the overall food experience is considered very good by patrons, particularly for those seeking a reliable meal before a show.
"The banana cream pie at Joe Allen is highly recommended. The Joe Allen Burger, with its thick patty and crispy shoestring fries, is also a standout."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards Joe Allen, frequently recommending it as a reliable choice, especially for pre-theater dining. The ambiance and efficient service are often highlighted.
Important Note
While generally recommended, one user suggested looking at other options like Blue Dog or Yakitori Totto for pre-Broadway dining.
"This user suggests Joe Allen as a pre-show dining option."
Positive"Joe Allen is suggested as a dining option near the theater."
Neutral"The commenter suggests having a steak at Keens and a banana cream pie at Joe Allen."
Neutral"Joe Allen's banana cream pie is specifically recommended."
Positive"A commenter suggested Jo as a possible omakase option, noting its price of exactly $300 per person."
Neutral"Joe Allen was simply mentioned as a suggestion for a pre-Broadway lunch."
Neutral"Joe Allen was suggested as a restaurant option, with a recommendation to make reservations."
Neutral"A commenter recommends Joe Allen's as an "old reliable" choice in the theater district, suggesting it might be more conveniently located than Keen's for the user's needs."
Positive"The original poster mentions looking at Joe Allen as a pre-Broadway option but prefers the options at Blue Dog or Yakitori Totto."
Neutral"Recommends Joe Allen, describing it as very good ('VG')."
Positive"Recommended restaurant to visit before a show, make reservation"
Positive"User recommended to get the banana cream pie."
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