The kitchen at Barbetta was simmering on Friday night. Founded in 1906, it is the oldest Italian restaurant in the Theatre District.
Some would argue that its allure is the space – from its antique cash register to its chandelier purchased from a royal Italian family, it is a restaurant tucked inside a museum. Friday was its final curtain call.
“This is like my second home. I’m so emotional,” said Private Events Manager Susana Gardijan…