We needed to be at the for Roundabout Theater's by 6:00 to exchange tickets for "Prelude to a Kiss" at the American Airlines theater, We decided to eat before the show (we normally have a late lunch and skip dinner). We chose Milos, a wonderful Greek seafood restaurant specializing in ultra-fresh fish, simply prepared. It's one of our favorite fish restaurants in New York.
The room itself is large and austere. Intended to look like a restaurant on the beach in Greece--the gauzy curtains give you the feeling of airiness and summertime. The large mound of fresh fish in the center of the room gives you a chance to make your own selection. There are knowledgeable staff in the area to answer questions and assist in the selection. We were pleasantly surprised to find they had a 3 course pre-theater menu for $45.
I started with sushi-quality grilled 'Octopus in olive oil'. I have it every time I come, and it's the best octopus I've ever had - tender and delicate with a light olive oil. Chris was being "good" and started with a 'tomato salad'. It was OK, but after she tasted my octopus she knew she had made a mistake. I didn't dare go to the bathroom!
I followed with grilled Swordfish. It was delicious, but a little overcooked. Chris had a fillet of Hawaiian "Kamphaci". WE had to call to get the spelling. It was also very good. There were simple sides and the French Sancerre was a good accompaniment.
The fruit salad on my plate was mostly citrus--ho hum; but Chris' spicy nut cake drizzled with honey and served with home made ice cream was a hit. Portions were perfect for pre-theatre and neither of us fell asleep!
The show was also quite good, a romantic comedy about a young bride who finds herself in the body of an old man on her wedding day. The old man goes on her honeymoon in her body. Sounds a LOT weird--you had to be there. The old man was played by the guy who was "Frasiers's" father" The dog " Eddie" wasn't there.
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