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[[page 1]] [[image]] celebrity choice by Bob Edison [[image]] Kate Jennings Grant (Claire in Proof at the Walter Kerr Theatre) chooses ZEN PALATE, 663 Ninth Avenue at 46th Street This branch of the legendary Zen Palate family is so soaringly dramatic (courtesy of designer Tony Chi), we're tempted to call it Zen Palace! Its healthful creations have spelled contentment to Michael J. Fox and Woody Allen, along with actors from Take Me Out and Metamorphoses. Charlie, the knowledgeable owner, points out that the menu's dishes contain poetic names along the lines of Shredded Heaven, Rose Petals, Sesame Medallions and Harvest Delight Salad. All are extremely tasty vegetarian delights, and the entire menu beckons with exotic culi- nary sensations and serenity. Service is pleasant and informative, while the price structure seems more than fair considering the overall stylishness and top ingredients. ZEN PALATE is open seven day. Sun.-Thurs. 11:30 am-10:45 pm. Fri., Sat. till 11:30 pm. Entrees $8-$17. D'ly spec's. Tatami rooms. No spirits-bring your own wine. Also at 34 Union Square East; 2170 B'way; and Westbury, L.I. Res. 582-1669. www.zenpalate.com after theatre ZANZIBAR These evenings, the deli- ciously informal Zanzibar, a brainchild of restaurant guru Emilio Barletta, is sporting the input of noted food consultant Alex Garcia. The array of quality Mediterranean offerings includes fine wines an a special bar menu. You'll see cast members of Hairspray and Les Miz here, as well. Open late six nights (cl. Sun.). 645 Ninth Ave. (at 45th St.) 957-9197 58 WWW.PLAYBILL.COM [[image]] Chris Hoch (Gaston in Beauty and the Beast at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre) chooses MARSEILLE, 630 Ninth Avenue at 44th Street What a charming find! Situated on the very perimeter of formidable Restaurant Row, Marseille has, within a scant few months, established itself as an emperor of this coveted enclave. Casual elegance shines through at this Art Deco newcomer that has already become a theatrical draw, catering to such names as Natalie Portman, Kathleen Turner and Steve Martin. Congratulations, chef Alex Urena and adroit manager Robert Guarino! MARSEILLE is open seven days. Lunch: Mon.-Fri. noon-3 pm; Sat., Sun. 11 am-3 pm. Dinner: Mon.- Sat. 5:15-11:30 pm; Sun. 5:15-10 pm. Entrees $18- $24. Weekend brunch. Priv. parties. Impressive wine list CC. Cas. dress. Res. sug. 333-2323 MONTE'S Looking for that Village haunt of yesteryear with prices that don't feature smelling salts served with the check? The this is your place! Owner/host Giovanni is a cheerful presence, while brother Pietro (who runs Legendary Villa Mosconi right down the block) provides hearth-homey Italian dishes. Open six nights (cl. Tues.). 97 MacDougal St. (bet. Bleeker & W. 3rd Sts.) 228-9194. [[up arrow symbol]] PURE THEATRE ONLINE [[page 2]] [[image]] You beautiful beast. You intelligent bully. You muscle car with brains. Introducing the 340-hp Infiniti M45. The muscle car with brains. $43,845 brilliantly equipped.* [[dot symbol]] Performance-tuned suspension [[dot symbol]] Rear-wheel drive [[dot symbol]] Vehicle Dynamic Control [[dot symbol]] 18" aluminum-alloy wheels [[image}} Accelerating the future INFINITI To learn more, visit your Tri-State Area Infiniti Dealer or click on Infiniti.com. *MSRP for 2003 INFINITI M45 with optional sunroof includes $545 destination charge, excluding tax, title, license and other options. Dealer sets actual price. INFINITI, the INFINITI logo, Accelerating the future, and INFINITI Model Names are Nissan trademarks. [[copyright symbol]] 2002 INFINITI Division of Nissan North America, Inc. [[Handwritten in lower right corner]] 2011.45.45