Midtown Manhattan, other than the iconic Times Square, has historically been associated with office buildings and the occasional deli. In recent years, this area has experienced a renaissance of sorts, with a plethora of dining, nightlife, and shopping experiences adding to the bustling action of one of the world’s greatest cities. Here, our favorites for everything from fine dining to neighborhood essentials.

ZUMA

261 Madison Avenue, between E 38th & 39th Streets
Japanese, Izakaya-Inspired Cuisine, High-End, Bar Scene, Lounge

GABRIEL KREUTHER

41 W 42nd Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
French, Michelin-Starred, Elegant, Tasting Menu or Bar Seating

AI FIORI

400 Fifth Avenue, between W 36th & 37th Streets
Italian Fare, Michelin-Starred, Extensive Wine List, Elegant, Special Occasion

HUNT AND FISH CLUB

125 W 44th Street, between Sixth & Seventh Avenues
Steakhouse, American, Design Standout, Pre-Theatre Dining

KEENS STEAKHOUSE

72 W 36th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
Steakhouse, Upscale, Historic Space, Pre-Theatre Dining, Old School NY

STK MIDTOWN

1114 Sixth Avenue, between W 42nd & 43rd Streets
Modern Steakhouse, Trendy, Chic Lounge, Dressy

AL PASTOR

145 E 39th Street, between Third & Lexington Avenues
Mexican, Casual, Festive Drinks, Gourmet Bar Snacks, Buzzing, Bright Decor

SUSHI YASUDA

204 E 43rd Street, between Second & Third Avenues
Japanese, Traditional Sushi, Simple Decor, Casual

CAFE CHINA

13 E 37th Street, between Madison & Fifth Avenues
Traditional Sichuan, Casual, Michelin-Rated, Vintage Decor

DEAN AND DELUCA

620 Eighth Avenue, between W 40th & 41st Streets
Upscale Market, Prepared Dishes, Speciality Foods, Bakery

URBANSPACE VANDERBILT

Helmsley Building | East 45th Street and Vanderbilt Avenue
Casual, Food Hall, Airy Space, Popular Counter-Serve Eateries, Great for Lunch

MCGETTIGAN’S

7 W 36th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
Irish Pub, Sports Bar, Neighborhood Gem, Happy Hour Specials, Good for Groups, Live Music

ALIDORO

18 E 39th Street, between Fifth & Madison Avenues
Casual, Specialty Sandwiches, Italian, Lunch Spot

CAFE BARI

1033 Sixth Avenue, at W 39th Street
Coffee Shop, Light Bites, House-Baked Pastries, Fast Casual

LADY M

36 W 40th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
Upscale, French Bakery, Petite Pastries, Decadent

BAKED BY MELISSA

109 E 42nd Street, between Park & Lexington Avenues
Bite-Sized Treats, Cupcakes, Great for Gifts, Creative Flavors, Classic NY

BLUE BOTTLE COFFEE

54 W 40th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
Australian Cafe, Trendy, Brunch, Pastries, Coffee

LA COLOMBE

1045 Sixth Avenue, at W 40th Street
House-Brand Artisanal Coffee, Pastries & Snacks, Sleek Space, Great for Lunch

REFINERY ROOFTOP

63 W 38th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
Year-Round Rooftop Bar, Industrial Chic, Light Fare, Skyline Views, Great for Groups

RAINES LAW ROOM AT THE WILLIAM

24 E 39th Street, between Park & Madison Avenues
Craft Cocktail Bar, Secret Entrance (Ring Bell), Chic Retro Library Vibe

MAGIC HOUR & BAR MOXY

Moxy Hotel | 485 Seventh Avenue, at W 36th Street
Indoor/Outdoor Rooftop Bar, Amusement-Park Theme, Skyline Views, Great for Groups

THE SKYLARK

200 W 39th Street, between Seventh & Eighth Avenues, 30th Floor
Cocktail Lounge, Elegant, Chic Decor, Good for Events

DEAR IRVING ON HUDSON

Aliz Hotel | 310 W 40th Street, between Eighth & Ninth Avenues, 40th Floor
Bi-Level Cocktail Bar, Buzzing, James Bond Theme, Stunning Views, Craft Cocktails

LA BIBLIOTECA

622 Third Avenue, at E 40th Street
Premium Tequila & Mezcal Bar, Lively, Latin-Asian Happy-Hour Eats

STEPHEN SONDHEIM THEATRE

124 W 43rd Street, between Broadway & Sixth Avenue
Modern, 1,055-seat Broadway stage in an environmentally sustainable space.

WINNIE’S JAZZ BAR

63 W 38th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
Posh, wood-lined lobby bar inside the Refinery Hotel featuring classic cocktails & live jazz.

DE GUSTIBUS COOKING SCHOOL

151 W 34th Street, between Sixth & Seventh Avenues, 8th Floor Macy’s Herald Square
Recreational cooking school led by renowned NYC chefs in interactive, high-tech classroom.

BRYANT PARK

Fifth and Sixth Avenues between 40th and 42nd Streets
Green space behind the NY Public Library's main branch, with 4 acres, a cafe and other food kiosks.

GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL

89 E 42nd Street at Park Avenue
Iconic train station known for its grand facade & main concourse, also offering shops & dining.

DOVER STREET MARKET

160 Lexington Avenue, between E 30th & 31st Streets
Hip, sprawling showcase of high-end clothing and fashion-forward displays, plus a gourmet cafe.

MADISON SQUARE GARDEN

4 Pennsylvania Plaza at 31st Street and Seventh Avenue
Iconic sports and entertainment venue.

NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY

476 Fifth Avenue, between 40th and 42nd Streets
NYC's flagship library, in a Beaux Arts building next to Bryant Park, flanked by iconic stone lions.

MORGAN LIBRARY & MUSEUM

225 Madison Avenue, between E 36th & 37th Streets
Celebrated museum and library gift shop featuring books, accessories and collection-related wares.

ANDAZ FIFTH AVENUE

485 Fifth Avenue, between E 41st & 42nd Streets
Sophisticated, contemporary lodging offering an upmarket restaurant & a cocktail bar.

THE TIMES SQUARE EDITION

701 Seventh Avenue, between W 47th & 48th Streets
Chic quarters in a luxe hotel featuring a performance venue, a modern restaurant & a beer garden.

THE WILLIAM NYC

24 E 39th Street, between Park & Madison Avenues
Ultra-chic rooms & suites in an restored brownstone, plus a plush British restaurant & a cozy pub.

MOXY NYC TIMES SQUARE

485 Seventh Avenue, at W 36th Street
Hip lodging with industrial-chic rooms, plus a buzzy rooftop bar, a seafood eatery & a lobby lounge.

THE ROYALTON

44 W 44th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
Chic boutique hotel offering stylish rooms & suites, plus a refined restaurant/bar & a gym.

THE LANGHAM NEW YORK, FIFTH AVENUE

400 Fifth Avenue, between W 36th & 37th Streets
Elegant hotel offering rooms & suites with understated decor, plus a spa, a gym & fine dining.

SOULCYCLE

5 Bryant Park, at 41st Street
Trendy group fitness featuring high-intensity cardio, muscle-sculpting strength training, and rhythm-based choreography.

DRYBAR BRYANT PARK

19 E 39th Street, between Fifth & Madison Avenues
Fast and easy blowouts with signature products.

EQUINOX

36 W 40th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
Premier fitness facility with top-notch equipment, full spa, varied group fitness class schedule and personal training.

THE RED DOOR SALON & SPA

130 W 44th Street, between Broadway & Sixth Avenue
Unique treatments and quality services, with scientifically-proven and advanced ingredients.

Y7 YOGA

36 W 40th Street, between Fifth & Sixth Avenues
The original hip-hop yoga studio offering heated, high-intensity vinyasa flow in candle-lit studios.

JOANNA VARGAS SKINCARE

501 Fifth Avenue, at E 42nd Street
High end skin care salon providing facials and skin care treatments by world renowned facialist.

WHOLE FOODS

1095 Sixth Avenue, between W 41st & 42nd Streets

GRAND CENTRAL MARKET

89 E 42nd Street, between Park & Lexington Avenues