General Manager Joe Reyes adds, " At The Casablanca Hotel, we have the time to treat everyone like a star. Our staff members address each guest by name and go out of their way to assist each one in making the most of their New York experience. We like our gusts to feel as if they are in a private club just steps away from Times Square.”

TONY’S DI NAPOLI OPENING SECOND RESTAURANT
Located at the Casablanca Hotel off Times Square

Popular Family Style Southern Italian Restaurant to Move into Times Square

New York, NY, September 20, 2002 —Tony’s Di Napoli, the popular east side family run, family style eatery, will soon be opening a second location, in Times Square. The new Times Square Tony’s Di Napoli, at 143 West 43rd Street, will capture
the essence of Old New York with its ambiance, décor and delicious home cooked cuisine. Tony’s will serve many home-style recipes from its successful establishment on Second Avenue and 83rd Street, including Veal Parmigiana, Chicken Cacciatore, Lobster Fra Diavolo and homemade Ravioli—all in platters that comfortably satisfy 2-3 hungry diners. In keeping with another Old New York tradition, Tony’s provides its generous portions of authentic Southern Italian cuisine at very affordable pricing.
 A huge lobster tank will ensure the freshness of Tony’s 11/2–4 pound lobsters. Tony’s Di Napoli has long been a New York tradition for the celebration of   birthdays, family outings and the gathering of good friends. A virtual landmark on the upper east side, Tony’s regularly hosts baseball stars like Derek Jeter, David Wells and Al Leiter, as well as public servants like former Mayor Rudy Giuliani, as well as entertainers and thousands of kids, grown ups and families who just love Southern Italian dining. Both Tony’s Di Napoli are family owned and run by Herb and Greg Wetson. The success of the east side Tony’s—packed with families, groups and parties—prompted the Wetsons to expand their restaurant to new locations. The
introduction into Times Square reflects the continued need for more reasonably priced dining in that area, to accommodate tourists, theater goers and local business people in search of real Southern Italian dining. Tony’s Di Napoli can accommodate lunch and dinner groups up to 100 people in Times Square—and usually on short notice. A well stocked bar makes it the
perfect place to relax after a hard day’s work or before a trip to the theater. Tony’s will provide lunch and dinner delivery as well as room service to Casablanca Hotel guests and full catering in the hotel, and nearby homes and offices.

"The Casablanca stands steps from Times Square.  It has 48 rooms, an alert staff and a handsome, relaxing upstairs breakfast room that delivers a satisfying free continental breakfast and snacks throughout the day." - LA Times

"The Casablanca aims for an oasis feel and the young staff is eager to please." - USA Today

"The Casablanca's elegant atmosphere is the perfect place for guests to escape from the hustle and bustle and imagine themselves in a foreign oasis." - Travel Agent Magazine

"...the Casablanca Hotel was marvelous.  It is probably the nicest, most friendly place I've ever stayed........the service is outstanding.   There is no place like it.  I hope that you can send everyone there at one time or another." - past client

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Please call for rates and availibility.

Amenities include:
- Velvety soft bathrobes
- VCR and complimentary tape rental-
Two-line phones with modem hook-up, conference & voicemail capabilities
- Secretarial Services
- On-line Concierge Service

*Rates include deluxe continental breakfast buffet, weekday evening wines and hors d'oeuvres, coffee & teas served throughout the day, and complimentary bottled water and chocolates.

For more information or to schedule your stay please contact:
Small & Elegant Hotels, International
9425 Whispering Sands
West Olive, MI 49460
TEL: (616) 844-6000 / FAX: (616) 844-6042
E-Mail: res@smallandeleganthotels.com

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