Broadway · W 42nd St · about 19–22 min from us
Dinner before the New Amsterdam
Disney's house on W 42nd St. Large bags have to go to coat check, so travel light. From our rooftop at 605 W 48th St, it's about 19–22 min on foot, or a short cab. Tacos, margaritas and a live DJ first, then the show.
Dinner, then
The New Amsterdam
214 W 42nd St · about 19–22 min on foot
| Your show | Sit down | Leave by |
|---|---|---|
| Tue–Fri evening7:00 pm | 5:00 pm | 6:08 pm |
| Saturday evening8:00 pm | 5:45 pm | 7:08 pm |
| Saturday matinee2:00 pm | 12:00 pm | 1:08 pm |
| Sunday matinee3:00 pm | 12:45 pm | 2:08 pm |
| Wednesday matinee2:00 pm | Come after: we open at 5:00 pm | |
Show times vary, so check your ticket.
Book a tableThe walk to the New Amsterdam
- Head east on W 48th St, toward 11th Ave.
- Cross 11th, 10th and 9th Aves. At 8th Ave, turn right and go 6 blocks south to W 42nd St.
- Turn left on W 42nd St. The New Amsterdam is on your right.
In theater shoes or bad weather, it's a short cab ride. Tell the driver 214 W 42nd St.

Before the curtain
At the door
Everyone and every bag may go through security here, and large bags must be stored at coat check. We plan for you to be there 30 minutes before curtain, or earlier if the theater asks.
Late seating is up to the theater, so leave yourself room. Tell your server you have a show when you sit down.
Closed Mondays. Tuesday to Thursday, last reservation 10pm. Tables are held for 90 minutes.
The New Amsterdam: dinner questions
How far is the New Amsterdam from Cantina Rooftop?
About 19–22 min on foot from our door at 605 W 48th St, or a short cab. New Amsterdam Theatre is at 214 W 42nd St.
When should I book dinner before a 7pm show at the New Amsterdam?
Book the 5:00 pm table and leave by 6:08 pm. That has you at the door 30 minutes before curtain or earlier, if the theater asks. Book a table.
What about a matinee?
On a Saturday with a 2pm show, sit down for brunch at 12:00 pm and leave by 1:08 pm. We don't serve lunch on weekdays, so for a Wednesday matinee, come up for dinner afterward: we open at 5pm.
Can we eat after the show instead?
Yes. The last reservation is 10pm Tuesday to Saturday and 9pm on Sunday. We're closed on Mondays. Book a late table.
How long will dinner take?
Tables are held for 90 minutes. If you have a show, tell your server when you sit down and order early.
Theater details checked November 2026 against each theater's owner.
