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  1. idloveaguinness

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    #1 idloveaguinness, Dec 12, 2005
    We're doing NYC on Wednesday for the shopping / tree thing.

    Can anyone recommend a place to take a family with young kids (2mo's, 18mo's and 3.5) for lunch or dinner? Preferably a loud / family oriented place with some sort of entertainment where I, I mean the other patrons, can't hear us.

    Thanks!

    PS - Jeckyl and Hyde's is out.....
     
  2. ghost

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    #2 ghost, Dec 12, 2005
    Carmine's. Huge family-style portions and good food. Definitely a raucous atmosphere, but always highly rated. 200 W 43rd St.

    http://newyork.citysearch.com/profile/7186156/new_york_ny/carmine_s_midtown.html

    Give a shout if you end up going there. I'm a stone's throw away...
     
  3. Ronbo

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    #3 Ronbo, Dec 12, 2005
    Bubby's in Tribeca isn't near Rock Center but it's great. Very kid-friendly but good for adults as well. Food and drinks are better than they have to be. Celeb-spotting possibilities fair to good, according to my wife, who actually recognizes them. Bonus: outstanding pies.

    Mars 2112 is at 51 and Bway IIRC - you will be only a couple of blocks east. The place is huge and loud, with a cute, theme park-like entrance. Kids love it. For the grown-ups, there is bad food, high prices, weak drinks and a brain-dead staff. It's like Jeckyll and Hyde without the class. May have the lowest score in the Zagat guide. What's not to like?
     
  4. msdesignltd

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    #4 msdesignltd, Dec 12, 2005
    VIRGILS Bar B Que.....Ribs Joint...I think it is 43rd or 44th just off 7th ave. going east....no matter who is there you cant hear the person next to you talking anyway....Kids love it and it is a hidden treasure for BBQ Ribs and Burgers...The cole slaw will make you write home!
    Truly the 8th wonder of the world!!!!!!!!!!!!!
     
  5. BWS550

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    #5 BWS550, Dec 12, 2005
    HARD ROCK CAFE, PLANET HOLLYWOOD, OR CARMINES.............APPLEBYS OR FRIDAY ARE ALWAYS GOOD IF THE OTHERS HAVE NO OPENINGS
     
  6. ClydeM

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    #6 ClydeM, Dec 12, 2005
    Don't laugh, but my Dad (native New Yorker) introduced my kids to TAD's steak houses. They are scattered about Mid-town.
    Way off on my first choice, but the kids LOVE it.

    Also, as mentioned Mars2112....add to the hassles that there are usually long waiting lines. Kids rank it just below Tad's.

    "Excuse me Earth unit, but do you have a first designation?" starts the waiter
     
  7. sjmst

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    #7 sjmst, Dec 12, 2005
    Agreed.
    Here is my list (having three kids myself)
    Carmine's
    200 W. 44th St.
    (bet. B'way & 8th Ave.)
    Manhattan, NY
    212-221-3800

    Hard Rock Cafe
    1501 Broadway
    (43rd St.)
    Manhattan, NY
    212-343-3355

    Jackson Hole (multiple locations)
    1611 Second Ave.
    (bet. 83rd & 84th Sts.)
    Manhattan, NY
    212-737-8788

    Outback Steakhouse
    919 Third Ave.
    (enter on 56th St., bet. 2nd & 3rd Aves.)
    Manhattan, NY
    212-935-6400

    Two Boots (pizza etc)
    37 Ave. A
    (bet. 2nd & 3rd Sts.)
    Manhattan, NY
    212-505-2276

    Uno Chicago Grill (mutiple locations)
    432 Columbus Ave.
    (81st St.)
    Manhattan, NY
    212-595-4700



    Al Forno Pizzeria
    East 70s
    1484 Second Ave.
    (bet. 77th & 78th Sts.)
    Manhattan, NY 10021
    212-249-5103

    Comfort Diner
    East 40s
    214 E. 45th St.
    (bet. 2nd & 3rd Aves.)
    Manhattan, NY 10017
    212-867-4555

    Patsy's Italian Restaurant
    236 W. 56 Street
     
  8. tl731

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    #8 tl731, Dec 12, 2005
  9. FasterIsBetter

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    #9 FasterIsBetter, Dec 12, 2005
    Serendipity is great, but expect a long wait if you don't have a reservation (or even if you do). California Pizza Kitchen is super for the kids, and you can find something to eat on the menu too.
     
  10. idloveaguinness

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    #10 idloveaguinness, Dec 12, 2005
    Thanks, all.....this is helpful. It's not often we brave a restaurant with the kiddies (they're kinda young to tolerate eating out)...let alone one in NYC. I'll print out the below and take with us......

    Kevin
     

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