By contrast, he said, "Bobby Van's has a crowd that hangs out on the sidewalks.
Bobby Van's is at Park Avenue and 46th Street, a 10-minute walk to the theater district.
Joyce was married to Bobby Van from 1968 until his death from brain cancer in 1980.
Bobby Van performed the memorable "Street Dance", in which he hopped all around town.
Bobby Van was host, with Gene Wood as announcer.
And tonight we've got one at Bobby Van's Steakhouse.
Some people have even told us it would be great if we could get the old Bobby Van's crowd back, but most of them are dead.
"The gathering place was Bobby Van's in Bridgehampton," she said, referring to the local restaurant.
Ann Miller and Bobby Van lead the splendid support.
Bobby Van eventually took over the hosting duties for Showoffs.