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Rubbing Elbows
by Anita Summer

DONNA THEODORE CHOOSES LA BONNE SOUP — 48 W. 55th St

"La Bonne Soup is an authentic French bistro in the heart of Manhattan," says Donna Theodore, the beautiful daughter-in-law in the hit musical Shenandoah. "When I step in, I'm greeted by a wonderful smell of French butter, shallots and wine. And the rustic decor with the red-and-white checkered tablecloths, make me feel as though I'm on the Left Bank of the Seine." The actress is regular patron of La Bonne Soup, because she delights in its informality: "After the hustle and bustle of the theatre, it's a treat to go someplace where I can sit back and watch the world go by—just the way they do in France." Specializing in provincial French cuisine, the restaurant's menu covers light snacks to hearty fare—Hamburgers (French)to boeuf bourguignon. Specialities de la maison are soups, omelettes, fondues and filet mignon au poivre.

La Bonne Soup seats 64 and is open 7 days from noon to midnght. Prices start at $2.75, and there's an "intimate" bar.

LEONARD SILLMAN CHOOSES CAFE FUNDADOR — 146 W. 47th St.

What Leonard Sillman finds important in a restaurant is its food and location. "Everything else is window-dressing," stated Sillman who, for the past 42 years, has been producing the New Faces revues. "When I'm working (which is nearly always) I don't want to waste time travelling. I'd rather spend it sitting down at a table. That's why I like Cafe Fundador. It's right on my doorstep, and the food is mouth-watering." Sillman is addicted to paella and, nine times out of ten, that's what he orders. The tenth time he'll choose Trout a la Fundador....Even though he says decor is secondary, Sillman enjoys the Spanish atmosphere with chandeliers, iron-work, mezzanine fountain, oil paintings, Spanish waiters and music.

Cafe Fundador seats 100, in two rooms, The clientele is mostly theatrical, and it's open 7 days a week, from noon to midnight. Menu is a la carte: Lunch, $3.50—$4.25; dinner, $5.75—$9.25.

HOWARD STEIN CHOOSES CAFE DE FRANCE — 330 W. 46th St.

"Any restaurant I go to must be either ultra-elegant or very informal and friendly," said Howard Stein, the rock concert impresario and producer of the Westchester Premiere Theatre. "When I dine late after a show, I like to relax and be comfortable—so I take myself off to Cafe de France, where I'm assured of good service, classic French cuisine and a congenial atmosphere....The clientele is interesting (when French people choose a French restaurant, it's obviously a good one!)....Whether I go alone, with friends of business associates, it's a fine place in which to unwind or to work." Stein invariably chooses the pride of the house—duckling with cherry sauce and Gateau St. Honore—with his favorite white wine, Puligny's Montrachet.

Cafe de France seats 125. A la carte lunches from $3-$6.50 adn dinners, $6.75-$10.50. There's a bar de Paris, guitarist entertainment at weekends. Open til 11 p.m. Closed Sun.

SAM LEVENE CHOOSES BROTHERS AND SISTERS — 355 W. 46th St.

Sam Levene told us, "If Vivian Blaine is there, it's my favorite place." That's why he rates Brothers and Sisters (where the actress is through June 21) as his number one spot. The small, intimate nightclub—whose entertainment policy headlines famous ladies of the stage (Helen Gallagher, Barbara Cook, Julie Wilson...) is, coincidentally, just one block away from the 46th St. Theatre where, exactly 25 years ago on May 21, Guys and Dolls opened starring Vivian Blaine and Sam Levene. "So you can see why 46th St. has always been a very special one for me," explained Levene. "And now with Viv back on it again, I think it's the best place in New York!" The Brothers and Sisters complex (cabaret room, bar, showcase lounge and dining room) seats 150, but owner David Vangen claims it's the cosy [[cozy]] atmosphere (with fireplaces) that is responsible for making Brothers and Sisters a favorite of theatre folk. During the summer, there's also an outdoor garden where patrons can sit and stroll.

(Showtimes Wed-Sat, 9:30 & 11:30. Sunday at 9. Open 7 days a week for dinner, supper & snacks to 1 a.m. Moderately priced, the French a la carte dinners start at $3.50. Free lounge entertainment. $3 show charge).