Rock icon Buster Poindexter returns to Café Carlyle, April 2-13. As a founding member of the New York Dolls and in a prolific solo career, David Johansen has been a seminal force in rock and roll, influencing countless singers and bands to this day. Buster Poindexter, Johansen’s celebrated alter ego showcases his elegant crooning through R&B ballads. As Poindexter, his previous engagements have been sellouts and he has become one of the most revered artists to grace Café Carlyle.  For parties of seven or more people, please contact the Cafe Carlyle directly at +1 212 744 1600 Café Carlyle Frequently Asked Questions Originally opened in 1955, the Café Carlyle is a legendary cabaret venue with seating for up to 88 people, offering guests a quintessential New York experience unlike any other. The intimate setting of the Café allows both artist and audience to engage with one another, lending a feeling of a private performance rather than a concert. Is there a food & beverage minimum? Yes. For 8:45 p.m. performances, please note there is a food minimum of $75 for two-courses. What times are available for dinner? Dinner is served prior to all 8:45 p.m. performances with seatings offered at 6:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Please note we are not able to hold tables past 8:15pm. If you are running late, please call the hotel directly so they can inform the Café Carlyle manager. All no-show reservations will be released thirty minutes prior to show time. We appreciate your understanding. For 10:45 p.m. performances, there is an optional dinner menu available.  What time should I arrive for a performance? For 8:45 p.m. performances, guests are asked to arrive at the time of their appointed dinner seating. (6:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.) For 10:45 p.m. performances, guests are asked to arrive 20-30 minutes prior to the show.  When does the show start? When does it end? Shows begin at 8:45 p.m. (late shows at 10:45 p.m.) and typically last 70-90 minutes depending on the artist. What is the cancellation policy? For tickets reserved through Ticketweb, please contact TicketWeb customer service directly at info@ticketweb.com or at +1 866 777 8932. A customer service representative is available Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST, Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST.  What is the dress code? Chic attire. Gentlemen are required to wear jackets.