Broadway · W 50th St · about 16–17 min from us
Dinner before the Winter Garden
On Broadway itself, between W 50th and W 51st St. From our rooftop at 605 W 48th St, it's about 16–17 min on foot, or a short cab. Tacos, margaritas and a live DJ first, then the show.
Dinner, then
The Winter Garden
1634 Broadway · about 16–17 min on foot
| Your show | Sit down | Leave by |
|---|---|---|
| Tue–Fri evening7:00 pm | 5:00 pm | 6:13 pm |
| Saturday evening8:00 pm | 5:45 pm | 7:13 pm |
| Saturday matinee2:00 pm | 12:00 pm | 1:13 pm |
| Sunday matinee3:00 pm | 12:45 pm | 2:13 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 Winter Garden
- Head east on W 48th St, toward 11th Ave.
- Cross 11th, 10th and 9th Aves. At 8th Ave, turn left and go 2 blocks north to W 50th St.
- Turn right on W 50th St and walk to Broadway.
- The Winter Garden is on Broadway, between W 50th and W 51st St.
In theater shoes or bad weather, it's a short cab ride. Tell the driver 1634 Broadway.

Before the curtain
At the door
Most theaters open their doors 30 to 45 minutes before curtain, and some ask you to arrive earlier to clear security. 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 Winter Garden: dinner questions
How far is the Winter Garden from Cantina Rooftop?
About 16–17 min on foot from our door at 605 W 48th St, or a short cab. Winter Garden Theatre is at 1634 Broadway.
When should I book dinner before a 7pm show at the Winter Garden?
Book the 5:00 pm table and leave by 6:13 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 1:13 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.
