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THEATRE FOR A NEW AUDIENCE 154 CHRISTOPHER STREET SUITE 3D NEW YORK, NY 10014 T: (212) 229-2819 F: (212) 229-2911 Updated October 2017 1 Neighborhood Restaurants Restaurant Guide to Pre and Post Show Dining near Polonsky Shakespeare Center (See Page 9 for map) Table of Contents In Alphabetical Order Page 5 33 Lafayette, $$, Wine and Tapas, 33 Lafayette Avenue, 347-987-4073 Page 8 al di la Trattoria, $$$, Italian, 248 5 th Avenue, 718-783-4565 Page 2 Bati, $$, Ethiopian, 747 Fulton Street, 718-797-9696 Page 2 Black Forest Brooklyn, $$, German, 733 Fulton Street, 718-935-0300 Page 2 Boqueria, $$, Spanish Tapas, 590 Fulton Street, 718-237-9000 Page 3 Café Paulette, $$, French, 1 South Elliott Place, 646-690-2148 Page 5 Caffé E Vino, $$, Italian, 122 DeKalb Avenue, 718-855-6222 Page 8 Convivium Osteria, $$$, Italian, 68 5 th Avenue, 718-857-1833 Page 3 DSK Brooklyn, $$, German, 710 Fulton Street, 347-841-4495 Page 8 Emily, $$, Pizza, 919 Fulton Street, 347-844-9588 Page 7 French Louie, $$$, French-American, 320 Atlantic Avenue, 718-935-1200 Page 6 Ganso Ramen, $$, Japanese, 25 Bond Street, 718-403-0900 Page 3 Gotham Market at the Ashland, $-$$$, Food Hall, 590 Fulton Street, 718-624-7703 Page 5 La Caye, $$, Haitian, 35 Lafayette Avenue, 718-858-4160 Page 5 Lady’s, $$, Pizza, 572 Fulton Street, 929-307-2822 Page 3 Miriam, $$, Israeli, 79 5 th Avenue, 718-622-2250 Page 4 Monica & Ali Wambold Food & Drink, $, Café, PSC Lobby, 212-229-2819 ext. 10 Page 4 No. 7, $$, New American, 7 Greene Avenue, 718-522-6370 Page 6 Olea, $$, Mediterranean, 171 Lafayette Avenue, 718-643-7003 Page 4 Pequeña, $$, Mexican, 86 South Portland Avenue, 718-643-0000 Page 6 Prospect, $$$, New American, 773 Fulton Street, 718-596-6826 Page 6 Roman’s, $$$, Italian, 243 DeKalb Avenue, 718-622-5300 Page 7 Rucola, $$, Italian, 190 Dean Street, 718-576-3209 Page 7 Shake Shack, $$, Burger Joint, 170 Flatbush Avenue, 347-442-7721 Page 8 Stone Park Café, $$, New American, 324 5 th Avenue, 718-369-0082 Page 7 The General Greene, $$, New American, 229 DeKalb Avenue, 718-222-1510 Page 4 The Quarter, $$, New American, 87 Lafayette Street, 347-987-4012

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THEATRE FOR A NEW AUDIENCE 154 CHRISTOPHER STREET SUITE 3D NEW YORK, NY 10014 T: (212) 229-2819 F: (212) 229-2911

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Neighborhood Restaurants Restaurant Guide to Pre and Post Show Dining

near Polonsky Shakespeare Center (See Page 9 for map)

Table of Contents In Alphabetical Order

Page 5 33 Lafayette, $$, Wine and Tapas, 33 Lafayette Avenue, 347-987-4073

Page 8 al di la Trattoria, $$$, Italian, 248 5th Avenue, 718-783-4565

Page 2 Bati, $$, Ethiopian, 747 Fulton Street, 718-797-9696

Page 2 Black Forest Brooklyn, $$, German, 733 Fulton Street, 718-935-0300

Page 2 Boqueria, $$, Spanish Tapas, 590 Fulton Street, 718-237-9000

Page 3 Café Paulette, $$, French, 1 South Elliott Place, 646-690-2148

Page 5 Caffé E Vino, $$, Italian, 122 DeKalb Avenue, 718-855-6222

Page 8 Convivium Osteria, $$$, Italian, 68 5th Avenue, 718-857-1833

Page 3 DSK Brooklyn, $$, German, 710 Fulton Street, 347-841-4495

Page 8 Emily, $$, Pizza, 919 Fulton Street, 347-844-9588

Page 7 French Louie, $$$, French-American, 320 Atlantic Avenue, 718-935-1200

Page 6 Ganso Ramen, $$, Japanese, 25 Bond Street, 718-403-0900

Page 3 Gotham Market at the Ashland, $-$$$, Food Hall, 590 Fulton Street, 718-624-7703

Page 5 La Caye, $$, Haitian, 35 Lafayette Avenue, 718-858-4160

Page 5 Lady’s, $$, Pizza, 572 Fulton Street, 929-307-2822

Page 3 Miriam, $$, Israeli, 79 5th Avenue, 718-622-2250

Page 4 Monica & Ali Wambold Food & Drink, $, Café, PSC Lobby, 212-229-2819 ext. 10

Page 4 No. 7, $$, New American, 7 Greene Avenue, 718-522-6370

Page 6 Olea, $$, Mediterranean, 171 Lafayette Avenue, 718-643-7003

Page 4 Pequeña, $$, Mexican, 86 South Portland Avenue, 718-643-0000

Page 6 Prospect, $$$, New American, 773 Fulton Street, 718-596-6826

Page 6 Roman’s, $$$, Italian, 243 DeKalb Avenue, 718-622-5300

Page 7 Rucola, $$, Italian, 190 Dean Street, 718-576-3209

Page 7 Shake Shack, $$, Burger Joint, 170 Flatbush Avenue, 347-442-7721

Page 8 Stone Park Café, $$, New American, 324 5th Avenue, 718-369-0082

Page 7 The General Greene, $$, New American, 229 DeKalb Avenue, 718-222-1510

Page 4 The Quarter, $$, New American, 87 Lafayette Street, 347-987-4012

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Bati 747 Fulton Street (b/t S. Portland Ave. & S. Elliot Pl.) Distance from PSC: 5 minutes, 3 blocks 718-797-9696 www.batikitchen.com Type: Ethiopian Price: $$ Reservations: No Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 5pm – 10pm, Fri. 5pm – 11pm, Sat. 1pm – 11pm, Sun. 1pm – 10pm. Offer: 10% discount with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show.

Treat yourself to authentic Ethiopian cuisine just down the street from the Polonsky Shakespeare Center. With a variety of deliciously spiced meat and vegan entrees, there’s something for everyone in your party to experience. Enjoy Bati’s communal dining setting and comfortable atmosphere while choosing from a large selection of beer and wine, including Ethiopian honey wine (T'ej).

Black Forest Brooklyn 733 Fulton Street (b/t S. Portland Ave. & S. Elliott Pl.) Distance from PSC: 5 minutes, 3 blocks 718-935-0300 www.blackforestbrooklyn.com Type: German Price: $$ Reservations: No Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 11am – 12am (kitchen closes at 11pm), Fri. 11am – 2am (kitchen closes at 12am), Sat. 10am – 2am (kitchen closes at 12am), Sun. 10am –10pm (kitchen closes at 9pm) Offer: 10% discount with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show.

German transplants Tobias and Ayana Holler honor their homeland with this indoor biergarten, outfitted with antique cuckoo clocks and large skylights. During the day, they offer Kitten Coffee with traditional German pastries. At night, they serve up Bavarian brews and traditional German plates like schnitzel, brezels, and wurst.

Boqueria 590 Fulton Street (b/t Hudson Ave. & Ashland Pl.) Distance from PSC: 2 minutes, 1 block 718-237-9000 www.boquerianyc.com Type: Spanish Tapas Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Sun. 11am – 10pm, Mon. – Tues. 5:30pm – 10pm. Wed. – Thurs. 5:30pm – 11pm, Fri. 5:30pm – 12am, Sat. 11am – 10pm Offer: complimentary order of churros con chocolate with purchase of lunch or dinner and a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show.

Located in Gotham Market, Boqueria’s new Brooklyn outpost joins locations in SoHo, Flatiron, the Upper East Side, and Washington DC. Inspired by Barcelona’s world famous market of the same name, Chef Marc Vidal serves a menu of Spanish tapas, paella, and traditional Spanish desserts. Pair your meal with sangria, a signature cocktail, or a selection from their impressive list of Spanish wines.

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Café Paulette 1 South Elliot Place (at DeKalb Ave.) Distance from PSC: 6 minutes, 4 blocks 646-690-2148 www.cafepaulette.com Type: French Bistro Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Mon. – Fri. 8am – 11pm (kitchen closes 10pm, Fri.: 11pm) Sat. 10:30am – 11pm (kitchen closes 11pm), Sun. 10:30am – 10:30 pm (kitchen closes 9pm) Offer: Free dessert with purchase of dinner with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show

At Café Paulette, France native Lionel Guy-Bremond builds from family recipes offering selections such as coq au vin, beet tartine with goat cheese and braised leeks, ratatouille served in individual skillets accompanied by toast, and a savory meat-anchored, kale-lined shepherd’s pie. The space is small but comfortable, decorated with French movie posters and burgundy leather booths. Full bar is available. Nice wine selection.

DSK Brooklyn – Die Stammkneipe 710 Fulton Street (b/t S. Oxford St. & S. Portland Avenue) Distance from PSC: 8 minutes, 6 blocks 347-841-4495 http://dsk-brooklyn.com/ Type: German Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Mon. 5pm – 1am, Tues. – Fri. 12pm – 1am, Sat. – Sun. 12pm – 4am Offer: 10% discount with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show

Die Stammkneipe, which translates to “the local’s pub,” boasts 18 biers on tap and a wide assortment of bottles, amongst them such regional specialties and hard-to-find favorites like Leipziger Gose, Sticke, Berliner Weiße and the Grutbier. Their menu has a variety of German staples. The ample outdoor seating and sunny indoor dining room make DSK an ideal stop in warm weather.

Gotham Market at the Ashland 590 Fulton Street (at Ashland Pl.) Distance from PSC: 1 minute, less than 1 block 718-624-7703 www.gothammarketashland.com Type: Food Hall Price: $-$$$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Everyday 11am-11pm (closing time dependent on vendor) Offer: 10% discount with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show

Sister to Hell’s Kitchen’s own Gotham West Market, this brand new food hall offers eight distinct drinking and dining venues, as well as one rotating Brooklyn-based pop-up. Trendy vendors include Southern-inspired Mason Jar, Italian Apizza Regionale, Indian ice cream pop-up Malai, and more. What’s more, Gotham Market houses a craft cocktail bar, Bar Granger. The atmosphere is lively and casual - perfect for a funky night out on the town with friends.

Miriam 79 5th Avenue (btw. Prospect Pl. & Park Pl.) Distance from PSC: 12 minutes, 7 blocks 718-622-2250 www.miriamrestaurant.com Type: Israeli Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 10am – 10pm, Fri. – Sat. 10am – 11pm, Offer: 10% discount with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show

Showcasing the diversity of Israeli cuisine, Miriam offers a number of salads, small plates and tagines, a North African meat stew. Chef Rafael Hasid named the restaurant after his mother, who still resides in his hometown of Tel Aviv in Israel. Come by for brunch before attending a matinee at the Polonsky Shakespeare Center or stop by afterwards to enjoy a delicious meal and glass of wine from their extensive selection.

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No. 7 7 Greene Avenue (b/t Cumberland St. & S Oxford St.) Distance from PSC: 8 minutes, 6 blocks 718-522-6370 www.no7restaurant.com Type: New American Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Tues. – Fri. 5pm – 11pm, Sat. 11am – 3pm & 5pm–11pm, Sun. 11am – 3pm & 4pm –9pm Offer: 10% discount with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show

No. 7 is a swanky American bistro with the feel of an old train station lounge. Chef Tyler Kord puts together a menu of eclectic assemblages like slices of rare tuna with Asian pear, kimchee dumplings, a melt in your mouth hanger steak and a soft pulled pork taco dish. Dishes change regularly. Full bar is available.

Pequeña 86 South Portland Avenue (btw. Lafayette Ave. & Fulton St.) Distance from PSC: 6 minutes, 2 blocks 718-643-0000 www.pequenarestaurant.com Type: Mexican Price: $$ Reservations: No Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 12pm – 11pm, Fri. 12pm – 12am, Sat. 10am – 12am, Sun. 10am – 11pm. Offer: 10% discount with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show

Pequeña is a charming eatery that will more than satisfy your cravings for Mexican cuisine. Located in a brightly colored establishment on the corner of Lafayette and South Portland Ave., this place serves up popular classics like tostadas, chilequiles and enchiladas. Stop by for their excellent happy hour deals from noon to 6:30pm on weekdays or their weekend brunch special on Saturday and Sunday mornings.

The Quarter 35 Lafayette Avenue (btw. Ashland Pl. & St. Felix St.) Distance from PSC: 2 minutes, 1 block 347-987-4012 www.quarterbk.com Type: New American Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Mon. – Wed. 4pm – 12am, Thurs. – Fri. 4pm – 1am, Sat. 11am – 1am, Sun. 11am – 12am. Offer: 10% discount with a TFANA subscriber card, ticket stub, or ticket confirmation for that day’s show

In addition to serving excellent New American classics, like pan-seared salmon and its eponymously named burger, The Quarter offers a spread of Mediterranean and Greek-inspired dishes such as branzino, tzatziki and eggplant salad. With plenty of appetizers and small plates to choose from, including a near-daily dollar oyster special, The Quarter is the perfect place for enjoying a luxurious meal or grabbing a quick bite.

Neighborhood: Brooklyn Cultural District, Onsite and up to 5 blocks from the Theatre

Monica & Ali Wambold Food & Drink Polonsky Shakespeare Center Lobby 212-229-2819 ext. 10 www.tfana.org/visit-2/food-and-drink Type: Café Price: $ Reservations: No Hours: Open 90 minutes prior to each evening performance and one hour prior to each matinee performance through intermission

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Food & Drink is named in recognition of a leadership gift from Monica Gerard-Sharp and Ali Wambold to the Theatre’s capital campaign. Located in the lobby of Polonsky Shakespeare Center, Food & Drink is brought to you by Union Square Events, the catering and venue hospitality business from Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group. The menu features an array of local and seasonal fare, wine, beer, and speciality cocktails. Food & Drink also offers pre-order prior to each show for pickup during intermission.

33 Lafayette 33 Lafayette Avenue (b/t Ashland Pl. & St. Felix St.) Distance from PSC: 2 minutes, 1 block 347-987-4073 www.33lafayette.com Type: Wine & Tapas Price: $$ Reservations: No Hours: Tues. – Sun. 5pm – 1am,

Sitting just around the corner from Polonsky Shakespeare Center, 33 Lafayette’s selection of wines, beers, and small plates makes it the perfect spot for a post-show drink and snack. The intimate environment is warm and welcoming with a menu of American comfort food favorites including deconstructed chicken wings, macaroni and cheese with truffle oil, and a varied selection of meats and cheese plates.

Caffé E Vino 112 DeKalb Avenue (b/t Ashland Pl. & Fort Greene Pl.) Distance from PSC: 2 minutes, 1 block 718-855-6222 www.caffeevino.com Type: Italian Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 11am – 10pm, Fri. & Sat. 11am – 11pm

Caffé E Vino offers northern Italian cuisine. Wooden floors and exposed brick add to the cozy and rustic atmosphere. Executive chef Giuseppe Gambino creates memorable dishes from house made Italian sweet pork sausage to house made garganelli pasta to an aged grilled steak entrée. A pre-theater menu is available and the staff is very welcoming. Wine and beer only.

La Caye 35 Lafayette Avenue (btw. Ashland Pl. & St. Felix St.) Distance from PSC: 2 minutes, 1 block 718-858-4160 www.lacayebk.com Type: Haitian Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Sun., Tues. & Wed. 4:30pm – 10pm, Thurs. – Sat. 4:30pm – 1am

Authentic Haitian cuisine & inventive sangrias offered in an intimate, art-hung space with outdoor dining. La Caye brings authentic Haitian cuisine to the heart of Fort Greene. Traditional Haitian flavors like lime, tomato, thyme, and habanero come together in dishes that are flavorful, aromatic, and healthy.

Lady’s 572 Fulton Street (btw. Rockwell Pl. & Flatbush Ave.) Distance from PSC: 2 minutes, 1 block 929-307-2822 www.ladysnyc.com Type: Pizza Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Mon. – Sun. 5pm – 12am

Offering an appetizing variety of pizzas, salads, and entrees, the recently renovated Lady’s is an excellent choice for a night out in the Brooklyn Cultural District. Open every night from 5pm until midnight, Lady’s is as much a evening hotspot as it is a restaurant. After seeing a show at the Polonsky Shakespeare Center, you’ll want to continue the fun in their comfortable lounge-like environment with their excellent selection of enticing cocktails, wines and beers.

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Neighborhood: Greater Fort Greene, 5 – 8 blocks from the Theatre

Ganso Ramen 25 Bond Street (b/t Fulton St. & Livingston St.) 718-403-0900

www.gansonyc.com Type: Japanese Price: $$ Reservations: No Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 11:30am – 10pm, Fri. & Sat. 11:30am – 11:00pm

Ganso Ramen serves up authentic Japanese comfort food guaranteed to hit the spot. They specialize in ramen, a traditional Japanese soup with noodles. We recommend their signature Ganso Shoyu bowl, named on Eater New York’s “12 Bowls to Try Right Now” ramen recommendations. Olea 171 Lafayette Avenue (b/t Adelphi St. & Clermont Ave.) 718-643-7003 www.oleabrooklyn.com Type: Mediterranean Price: $$ Reservations: No Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 10am – 11pm; Fri. – Sat. 10am – 12am

Olea is a true Mediterranean taverna transported to Brooklyn. The reasonably-priced menu offers a wide selection of Greek, Italian, and Spanish inspired cuisine. Olea excels in serving up traditional and innovative tapas, such as almond-stuffed bacon-wrapped dates, falafel-crusted artichokes, and roasted beet skordalia dip. The vibe is warm and cozy; along the windows, banquette seating is adorned with colorful, mismatched pillows, and the white painted walls and decorative tiles dreamily recall the Mediterranean. Full bar including sangria is available.

Prospect 773 Fulton Street (b/t S. Portland Ave. & S. Oxford St.) 718-596-6826 www.prospectbk.com Type: New American Price: $$$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Mon.- Wed. 5:30pm – 10pm, Thurs. 5:30pm – 10:30pm, Fri. 5:30pm – 11pm, Sat. 5pm – 11pm

Prospect is a modern American restaurant built with wood from the original Coney Island Boardwalk, sporting a collection of early twentieth-century photographs. Chef Kyle McClelland offers selections such as a Wagyu burger with capers and onions, pork jowl with black garlic, and smoked Hamachi with cucumber. Full bar and tasting menu are available.

Roman’s 243 DeKalb Avenue (b/t Clermont Ave. & Vanderbilt Ave.) 718-622-5300 www.romansnyc.com Type: Italian Price: $$$ Reservations: No Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 5pm – 11pm, Fri. 5pm – 12am, Sat. & Sun. 12pm – 4pm & 5pm – 11pm Roman’s is known for their chef-driven, fresh, innovative Italian menu that changes daily. Each night they will have three options for each course. The menu offers starters, house made pasta and entrees. It is a small, candlelit, neighborhood place with an upscale feel. Roman’s has a full bar including specialty cocktails and an Italian-focused wine list.

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The General Greene 229 DeKalb Avenue (at Clermont Ave.) 718-222-1510 www.thegeneralgreene.com Type: New American Price: $$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 8am – 11pm, Fri. & Sat. 8am – 12am

The General Greene offers updated diner-style comfort foods on small plates in a room that suggests the country. Former midtown pastry chef, Nicholas Morgenstern, serves staples like deviled eggs and bacon-wrapped dates, along with tempting fusion recipes like slow-baked pork ribs dressed with creamy aïoli, and blocks of bread pudding leavened with ham and melted Gruyère cheese. The dessert options are equally enticing. Full Bar is available. Wine and beer list is small, with a few local nods.

Shake Shack 170 Flatbush Avenue (b/t Pacific St. & Dean St.) 347-442-7721 www.shakeshack.com/location/flatbush-ave-brooklyn Type: Burger Joint Price: $$ Reservations: No Hours: Mon. – Sun. 11am – 11pm

The legendary Shake Shack has made its way to Flatbush Avenue! Shake Shack sprouted from a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in 2001, and is now a sensation on the East Coast and around the world. Located across the street from Barclays Center, Shake Shack offers a selection of fresh and delicious burgers, hot dogs and frozen custards. Wine and beer are also available.

Neighborhood: Boerum Hill, 7 – 10 blocks from the Theatre

French Louie 320 Atlantic Avenue (b/t Hoyt St. & Smith St.) 718-935-1200 www.frenchlouienyc.com Type: French–American Price: $$$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 11:30am – 10:30pm, Fri. 11:30am – 11:30pm; Sat. 10am – 3pm & 5pm – 11:30pm, Sun. 10am – 3pm & 5pm – 10pm

From the owners of Buttermilk Channel in Carrol Gardens comes the bright and bustling French Louie, with a menu inspired by the American South and Southern France. Chef Ryan Angulo produces twists on old staples, such as foie gras and country ham terrine, mussels piperade and lamb blade chop steak frites, as well as simple plates and a raw bar. Unique cocktails and full bar available.

Rucola 190 Dean Street (b/t Hoyt St. & Bond St.) 718-576-3209 www.rucolabrooklyn.com Type: Italian Price: $$ Reservations: No Hours: Mon. – Fri. 8am – 12am, Sat. & Sun. 9am – 12am

Rucola is a small, rustic, northern Italian restaurant on a historic corner in Boerum Hill. Chef Joe Pasqualetto has devised a menu of salads and house-made pastas incorporating locally grown produce. Selections include broccoli rabe salad, tagliatelli with veal ragu and Long Island fluke with hen of the woods mushrooms. Dinner features seasonal selections such as whole roasted brook trout, acorn squash and radicchio, and rigatoni Bolognese. Full bar, creative cocktails and extensive wine list available.

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Neighborhood: Clinton Hill, 12 – 15 blocks from the Theatre Emily 919 Fulton Street (btw Clinton Ave. & Waverly Ave.) 347-844-9588 www.pizzalovesemily.com Type: Pizza Price: $$ Reservations: No.

Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 5:30pm – 11pm, Fri. 5:30pm – 11:30pm, Sat. 5pm – 11:30pm,

Sun. 12pm – 3pm & 5pm – 11pm

Home of the Best Burger of 2015 (a funky dry-aged blend from DeBragga) this cozy gourmet eatery serves wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, rustic small plates & pastas. The owners are dedicated to local ingredients and the menu changes with the seasons. At the heart of the space sits a wood burning stove where you will find owner Matt cooking pizzas from dough he has hand-mixed and mozzarella he has made by hand.

Neighborhood: Prospect Heights, 25 min Walk or 6 min Car Ride to the Theatre

Stone Park Café 324 5th Avenue (at 3rd St.)

718-369-0082 www.stoneparkcafe.com Type: New American Price: $$ Reservations: Yes, but not for brunch Hours: Mon. 5:30pm – 10pm, Tues. – Thurs. 11:30am – 2:30pm & 5:30pm – 10pm, Fri. 11:30am – 2:30pm & 5:30pm – 11pm, Sat. 10am – 3:30pm, 5:30pm – 11pm, Sun. 10am – 3:30pm & 5:30 – 10pm

Stone Park Café is a contemporary American restaurant with a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere. They offer house made pastas, a selection of fish dishes and unique appetizers such as a short rib slider and scallop and marrow tacos. They also offer a daily market menu on weekday evenings: three courses for $38. They have a full bar and extensive wine list.

Neighborhood: Park Slope, 25 min Walk or 6 min Car Ride to the Theatre

al di la Trattoria 248 5th Avenue (b/t President St. & Carroll St.) 718-783-4565 www.aldilatrattoria.com Type: Italian Price: $$$ Reservations: Only for parties of 6 or more Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 12pm – 3pm & 6pm –10:30pm, 12pm – 3pm & 6pm – 11pm, Sat. 11am-3:30pm & 5:30pm – 10:30pm, Sun. 11am – 3:30pm & 5pm – 10pm

Al di la Trattoria is a family-owned, upscale, classic northern Italian restaurant that opened in Park Slope in 1998. The menu features fresh antipasti, pastas such as corn tortellini, and entrees ranging from braised rabbit to risotto layered with sliced scallops among other seafood dishes. The ambiance is homey and comfortable. Beer and wine only.

Convivium Osteria 68 5th Avenue (b/t Bergen St. & St. Marks Ave.) 718-857-1833 www.convivium-osteria.com Type: Italian Price: $$$ Reservations: Yes Hours: Mon. – Fri. 5pm – 11pm, Sat. 5pm – 11:30pm, Sun. 5pm – 10pm

Convivium Osteria is an intimate, romantic restaurant known for combining an authentic Italian menu with a nod to Spain and Portugal. On the menu, you will find traditional dishes such as Manila clams in a Cataplana pot, as well as green apple and cinnamon house made ravioli with duck ragu and grilled whole Mediterranean sea bass. Full bar is available.

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Restaurant Location Map

Theatre for a New Audience at Polonsky Shakespeare Center 262 Ashland Place (b/t Lafayette & Fulton) Brooklyn, NY 11217

Box Office: 212-229-2819 x2

Map Key ★Polonsky Shakespeare Center

1. Gotham Market 2. Boqueria 3. Lady’s 4. 33 Lafayette 5. Le Caye 6. Black Forest Brooklyn 7. Bati 8. Pequeña 9. Prospect 10. The Quarter 11. DSK Brooklyn 12. No. 7 13. Olea 14. The General Greene 15. Roman’s 16. Café Paulette 17. Caffé e Vino 18. Ganso Ramen 19. French Louie 20. Rucola 21. Shake Shack 22. Emily 23. Convivium Osteria 24. Miriam 25. al di la Trattoria 26. Stone Park Café