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A New York institution, in the heart of the Theater District just off Eighth Avenue on 45th Street, Frankie & Johnnie's opened as a speakeasy in 1926. It has been called the longest running show on Broadway and is one of New York City's oldest continual dining establishments.
Legend has it that to gain access to the original speakeasy patrons knocked on the unmarked door and used the password 'Frankie' when a small peephole was opened. If it was business as usual, a confirmation reply of 'Johnnie' was heard and admittance was gained. The name Frankie and Johnnie's stuck as the speakeasy became a famous theater district restaurant, now a favorite haunt of the actors from neighborhood theaters whose autographed pictures surround the rooms.
Climbing a narrow, winding black-and-white tiled stairway behind the solid red door at street-level leads to a tiny vestibule, where diners get a glimpse into the galley of a kitchen where flames leap as steaks sizzle. Pass the steak sauce!

