LILLIE'S

"Recommended as a themed restaurant choice for someone looking for a vibe similar to Beetle House, specifically noting its 19th-century Victorian aesthetic."

"Cafe Lily was suggested as a catering option, noted for offering Korean, Uzbek, and Russian cuisine. Their website indicates catering is available and can be arranged by phone."

"The commenter notes that service at Lillie's can be inconsistent depending on the staff, but the food is average for the Times Square area. They find the servers and hosts generally friendly and it's a great photo opportunity."

"This commenter encourages the original poster to embrace the opportunity for their family to 'go crazy' with their outfits for the event, as they are on vacation."

"This commenter assures the original poster that Lillie's is great, especially for a pre-show drink and bite."

"This commenter agrees with others that Lillie's is fine, acknowledging it's touristy but not a trap. They mention going there with locals after shows and recommend a reservation."

"The commenter agrees that Lillie's is a themed restaurant in Midtown and will be fine, describing the offerings as 'good enough.' They suggest informing the server about a showtime to ensure timely service."

"A brief positive opinion on Lillie's."

"The commenter recalls Lillie's being nice when they had a Trad Irish Session on Saturday mornings, before it became more focused on Instagram."

"The commenter had a positive experience at Lillie's recently, specifically praising the steak. They found the cocktails looked decadent and the wine tasted as expected, recommending Lillie's as a solid, vibe-forward choice, though suggesting leaving Midtown for truly excellent food."

"This repeat attendee confirms Lillie's is a good bet in Midtown for atmosphere, with decent food and drinks and adequate service. They also note that many attendees at the nearby 'Masquerade' event dress up, so the OP's family won't be out of place."

"The commenter advises that service at Lillie's is adequate with a booking, but can be difficult if trying to walk in. They confirm the food is adequate and enjoyable for teens due to the "over the top nature.""

"Considering the original poster's family has picky eaters, Lillie's seems like a good fit due to offerings like burgers and fries or roast chicken. The food's flavor was described as expected and not unique."

"This commenter likes Lillie's for its ambiance and finds the food and drinks fine. They recommend arriving two hours before a show or booking 90 minutes out for timely service and consider it not a tourist trap if you don't get sick or feel ripped off."

"The commenter notes that themed restaurants like Lillie's aren't common in Midtown and that it's the best bet for the desired atmosphere, despite being touristy. They also mention that most 'spooky' themed places have closed."