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SHOPPING 14 16

CULTURE 28

Top Picks Neighborhood Highlights

Exhibition Highlights

SIGHTSEEING 32 36

THEATER 38 42

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WHAT’S NEW NYC is famous for its fast pace and continual change comes right along with it. The last couple of years have seen a series of exciting newcomers open their doors—including an entire new neighborhood. Hudson Yards launched in 2019 with 28 acres on the west side of Manhattan that include a photogenic monumental sculpture, luxury shopping, an arts space, restaurants, residences, offices, and 14 acres of public space.

It’s also home to Edge, a new observation deck with a glass floor overlooking the High Line

from a heart-racing 100 stories beneath your feet.

Next to Hudson Yards is another new development, Manhattan West, which opened just this fall. There’s culture, entertainment, and shopping here, plus some great dining options. Immersive culinary destination Citizens at Manhattan West provides a huge range of options, from fast-casual Asian fusion to a Spanish-inspired full-service restaurant created with threestar Michelin chef Dani García.

New access to the area is provided by Moynihan Train

Hall, which opened at the beginning of the year. In addition to improved convenience, the station provides an inspiring example of public space.

The city’s list of newcomers includes a brand-new park.

Little Island opened in May to rave reviews for its graceful layering of lawns, paths, and plant life. An artificial island on the Hudson River near The High Line, the park offers concession stands, a stage, and an amphitheater. In the colder months timed entry requirements are waived: you can

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Right aside Grand Central Terminal is the city’s newest attraction. SUMMIT One Vanderbilt is “The World’s Most Immersive Observatory Experience” and spaces here bring you into the fabric and architecture of the city in ways no other place can. For a food hall break in the neighborhood, The Hugh puts 17 restaurants (and live music) together at Citigroup Center.

A recent addition to the Crossroads of the World is Bacall’s Family Steakhouse, which combines ‘40s glamour and big-portion fare.

The menu is inspired by the restaurant’s muse, starlet Lauren Bacall, and her JewishRomanian upbringing in New York City. Look for favorites like latkes and house-smoked brisket, accompanied by live sing-a-longs.

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Downtown is in the midst of a renaissance, with new culture spots and the architectural glory of shopping at the Oculus, just across from One World Observatory.

Nearby, The Seaport’s cobblestone streets now play host to culture, new restaurant destinations, chic shopping, and the city’s largest outdoor bar.

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BREAKFAST ANYONE? : : Jewelry shopping doesn’t get any more iconic than a morning jaunt to Tiffany.

Make your trip complete with their Heart Tag Toggle necklace from their Return to Tiffany collection ($800).

Solid sterling and very memorable. 6 E. 57th St., tiffany.com

NYC is a shopper’s paradise, with well-curated boutiques, world-famous department stores, and legendary shopping districts. Head to Hudson Yards, 57th Street, Madison Avenue, Brookfield Place, Columbus Circle, SoHo, Empire Outlets on Staten Island, or just around the corner you’re staying on.

NOT-SO-LITTLE BLACK BAG : : The skeleton of a Southwestern desert ocotillo stalk is the design and structural inspiration for the handle of this faux leather tote bag. Great for a drink at the bar. Large enough to hold your telephonic device(s), a sweater, cab fare, and your favorite paperback.

Bag dimnesions: 8” at its widest, 16” tall, 4” deep ($350). Online: thestore.madmuseum.org, Museum of Arts and Design, 2 Columbus Circle

I SEE YOU : : Turn your photography into a work of pop art with the Keith Haring edition Polaroid Now Camera. Grab an 8-pack and your film will feature Harring’s art as your background. (I-Type film sold separately.) Includes a Micro USB charging cable ($140). Full tech deets online at store.moma.org. Available at MOMA’s Midtown and SOHO Stores, MoMA Design Store, 81 Spring St. and 44 W. 53rd St.

JUST CAZZZUAL : : The Faherty marled cotton cardigan from famed NY men’s clothier Rothmans. This great transitional weather cardigan (yes—it will get warmer) is knit in a soft cotton/cashmere yarn. The vintage-inspired silhouette is easy to layer over anything from button-downs to your favorite I LUV NY t-shirt ($198). 222 Park Ave. South or Manhattan West, 385 Ninth Ave., rothmansny.com 14

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DRIVE THEM MAD : : Kilian Hennessy’s Woman In Gold Eau de Parfum is housed in a collector’s edition coffret, beautifully embellished in homage to Gustav Klimt’s unique Golden style and its sensual glamour and sumptuous luxury. The refillable vessel holds 50ml-1.7oz of undeniable magic ($295). Online: shop.neuegalerie. org. Neue Galerie New York, 1048 Fifth Ave.

DRINK UP : : Are you a bit old fashioned? This glass tumbler in a striking orange may be just your speed. Sir Madame create this colorful bespoke collection on a trip to Italy’s beloved floating city with heavy design influence from the arches that adorn its iconic bridge ($58).

Online: thestore.madmuseum.org, Museum of Arts and Design, 2 Columbus Circle

CARRY ME : : Too much great NYC shopping? Cart it home in style with MUJI’s 63 liter-capacity hard shell carry case. This newer model is 10% lighter and has a sturdier shell than the previous. Easy rolling with lockable double wheels. 100% polycarbonate body with polyester lining.

Dimensions: 27.6” x 17.7” x 9.8”, 4.3kg. Available at their SoHo store, 455 Broadway & other locations, muji.com/us

HAPPY EVERY DAY : ­: Maison du Chocolat is a destination shop for haute cusine of the chocolate kind. Their signature red/brown box holds a steady collection—24 pieces of pure delight featuring ganaches and pralinés in dark and milk chocolate ($65). Tastings available: 30 Rockefeller Center, lamaisonduchocolat.com

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While New York has no shortage of great attractions, one of its pleasures is definitely exploring its stores (and by extension, its neighborhoods). We’ve rounded up a list of the must-shop, must-see neighborhoods, and yes—you can set store by it.

By Evan Levy Starting in Lower Manhattan, you won’t want to miss the soaring, cathedral-like space that defines the Oculus. The world-class collection of shops here is definitely about time— or it will be, when you peruse the selection of timepieces at Breitling, Tissot, and Longines.

You’ll also find leather goods

by Smythson, the perfect writing implement from Mont Blanc, and a way to indulge your whimsical side with a visit to Toytoise, which offers beautifully designed racecars, rockets, and other toys on the go.

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Next, head a little ways north to the perennially chic SoHo, which retains its cult status with a focus on the cutting edge (Y3 Concept Store, with clothing by Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto; the trendy A.P.C, with an emphasis on stylish basics like denim, outerwear, and sweatshirts; and Supreme, known for its collaborations with musicians and designers, including Louis Vuitton). Try Broken English for a mix of new and estate jewelry, and don’t forget the classics— Three Lives & Company Book-

store offers a brick and mortar haven for booklovers.

Upmarket shoppers flock to the Meatpacking District, where women’s fashion can be found at Alice + Olivia, perfume at Bond No 9, and men’s and women’s boutique picks at Marni Meatpacking Market.

Head uptown to one of the city’s newest shopping—and must see—destinations: Hudson Yards. Tech lovers should check out b8TA, which sells the most advanced tech products available, from a cordless blender to an ”invisible” wire-

Above: High-end shopping meets show-stopping architecture at the Oculus.

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“Find an opportunity or two to treat yourself” less charger. Beyond the Edge features gifts and collectibles, many of which were created just for Hudson Yards; while Carmen Sol is on a mission to make its eco-conscious “jelly” material a staple with its shoes, bags, and jewelry.

Feeling sporty? Then you’ll want to find your way to the NHL Store in Manhattan West, where fans can access merchandise from all 32 NHL teams.

Just off Central Park you’ll find The Shops at Columbus Circle, where MAC, Moleskine, Montmartre, and Michael Kors beckon, while newer outposts like Lululemon and the CAMP stores offer ways to work out, and work in some time for creativity.

Fifth and Madison Avenues can’t be missed (they’re classics, after all). Head to the former, arguably New York’s most famous street, for a who’s who of designer fashion. From Bulgari to Cartier, Tiffany to Gucci, the storied street never goes out of fashion—much like its stores. Basketball fans can shop at the newly reopened flagship NBA Store on Fifth Avenue as well. (Soccer fans shouldn’t feel left out—it’s not too far to the Pelé Soccer store on Broadway.) On Madison Avenue, some of the names include Fendi, Giorgio Armani, and Berluti.

Grand Central Terminal is not just one of the city’s most inspiring public spaces, it’s also an excellent place to shop,

with great souvenirs from the New York Transit Museum plus local favorites like Jacques Torres Chocolate and Spices and Tease.

If outlet shopping is your preference, NYC finally has a destination of its own. Empire Outlets is right on the other side of a Staten Island Ferry ride and full of favorite brands including H&M, Banana Republic Factory, and Nordstrom Rack.

On the New Jersey side, The Mills at Jersey Gardens is the Garden State’s largest outlet and value retail center with over 200 stores all under one roof.

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This immaculate pharmacy is consistently rated among NYC’s best. They specialize in hard-to-find products and the best European brands. Look for a unique selection of sundries and cosmetics, beauty products, custom medication compounding, surgical supplies, braces, and children’s strollers. The staff is expert and enthusiastic and there’s quick delivery. Featuring brands like Dr. Hauschka, Phyto, Tocca, Mason Pearson, and Caudalie. Open Mondays through Saturdays.

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H&S ART GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING

Open seven days a week in Times Square, H&S Art Gallery features original 3-D artworks

by Charles Fazzino, Rizzi, and Suchy; serigraphs by Keeley, Tarkay, McKnight, Pejman, Yamagata, Freyman, Kubik, Delacroix, and many others.

They also offer signed sports memorabilia, posters, and same-day professional custom framing. They ship worldwide.

112 W. 44th St. (btw. Sixth & Seventh Aves.), 212-768-3160, hsart.com

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Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S., P.C. has been practicing the art and science of dentistry for over 40 years. Patients come from around the world, many accompanied by an entourage of family or friends, inspiring Dr. Linhart to create the Continental Suite, a 750-square ft. treatment suite outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment and a luxurious seating area.

Linhart Dentistry provides a wide range of dental services, including cutting-edge whitening techniques, as well as 24-hour emergency care. 230 Park Ave, Suite 1164 (46th St.), 212-682-5180, drlinhart.com

Every Sunday on the Upper West Side you can check out Grand Bazaar NYC (above), the city’s largest curated market—and most distinctive! You’ll find unique fashion, collectibles, furniture, and handmade jewelry. Come hungry: there are great artisanal food options as well. It’s all for a good cause, as 100% of profits are donated to 4 public schools, benefiting 2,000 children. Be sure to check out special events and pop-up markets most weeks. Open 10am-5pm. Columbus Ave. & 77th St., 212-239-3025, grandbazaarnyc.org

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TOP MUSEUM SHOPS IN NYC

You can spend an entire trip to New York just in museums, absorbing collection upon collection of art and artifacts. The city’s museum stores let you take that museum experience—often too fleeting—with you.

The Museum of Arts and Design (above), which is dedicated to superb craft, brings equally compelling design to its store. Find one-of-a-kind jewelry, ceramics, bags, and toys on the ground floor of MAD’s Columbus Circle location. You can take home your favorite Kandinsky print from the Guggenheim Store, located in the famous Frank Lloyd Wright-designed museum on the Upper East Side. The ground floor shop offers a curated collection of art books, design objects, prints, and accessories. There’s always a tasteful collection of objects paying homage to the museum itself, including ever-popular abstracted rotunda t-shirts and hoodies. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) offers three retail experiences; the flagship Museum Store, adjacent to the lobby, features a 30-foot high wall display with over 2,000 publications.

There are also second and sixth floor shops, which focus more on exhibition-specific items. The Met Store is a destination unto itself, nearly as vast as the collection of art it represents. The store’s primary location on the main floor of the Metropolitan Museum of Art contains a fine jewelry counter and a wide range of books, apparel, accessories, and design objects. There are also outposts throughout the museum where you can purchase items specific to special exhibitions. The Brooklyn Museum rewards visitors with a fascinating journey through thousands of years of art history. The journey continues in the institution’s wellcurated museum store, located in the ground floor of its Beaux-Arts home. You’ll find cheeky nods to New York life, Brooklyn-specific items, and an array of art books, posters and prints, decorative housewares, and toys. It’s pretty fitting that The Morgan Shop is packed with fascinating books. Located in midtown, The Morgan Library & Museum preserves the printed word inside the former home of Gilded Age financier J. Pierpont Morgan. The shop carries exhibition mementoes in addition to that great selection of publications.

Holding down a large patch of land just off Central Park West, the American Museum of Natural History is dedicated to discovering and interpreting the natural world. Among several stores here, The Museum Shop is the flagship, with three levels of unique gifts. Spaces include a gallery, a reading and viewing room, and all kinds of discovery for children. You can pick up educational books and kits, jewelry inspired by world cultures, puzzles, museum apparel and memorabilia, and stuffed animals. The museum has additional retail opportunities in its Exhibition Shops, Cosmic Shop, and Dino Store. —Merrill Lee Girardeau

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Imaginative Mexican cuisine meets a vibrant setting at Spring flowers are back in Casa Del Toro in Hell’s Kitchen.

NYC as The Orchid Show: Jeff Leatham’s Kaleidoscope A hand-sculpted marble bar opens at The New York Botani- draws you in to cavernous dining rooms leading to cal Garden. This year’s show is a reprise of a 2020 version a tented and heated rear cut short by Covid; it features garden. Every weekend they the dazzling creations of add to the atmosphere with Jeff Leatham, famed artistic live aerialist performances. director of the Four Seasons NYC-based dancer Eliana Hotel George V, Paris, and Wenick gives three shows floral designer to the stars.

Leatham’s bold vision unfolds Friday and Saturday nights through installations that transform galleries in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory into distinct color experiences, as with the turn of a kaleidoscope. Design surprises employ thousands of orchids, both rare and iconic. The garden is just a 20-minute Metro-North ride from Grand Central Terminal and also features more than one million plants. 2900 Southern Blvd., The Bronx, 718-817-8700, nybg.org 20

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starting at 7:45pm. Regional signatures, Oaxacan-inspired tacos, and sophisticated craft cocktails complete the experience. 626 Tenth Ave. (btw.

44th & 45th Sts), 212-5860811, casadeltorony.com The show goes on at Ellen’s Stardust Diner. Food, drink, and live performances from the famous singing waitstaff have returned. The 1950s-themed restaurant has been around since 1987 and brings back its retro vibes (founder Ellen Hart Sturm is a native New Yorker who was crowned Miss Subways in 1959). Catch intimate performances by staff on their way to joining a long line of Broadway actors who have made Ellen’s their launching pad. 1650 Broadway (51st St.), 212-956-5151, ellensstardustdiner.com

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The Rink at Rockefeller Center is one of the world’s most famous patches of ice and this year marks its 85th anniversary. The rink stays open daily 9am to midnight—skating amid the city lights is an experience you won’t soon forget.

Nearby you’ll find the Top of the Rock Observation Deck and one of New York’s most breathtaking views. Three floors of indoor and outdoor decks offer sweeping open-air perspectives on the city. You can enjoy this famous view day or night, taking in a stylish Art Deco vibe as you go. While you’re there, check out the new interactive art experience Buildings and Blocks. The installation takes inspiration from the skyline and shapes of New York City as viewed

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from the observation deck— ticket holders can interact with the blocks while taking in the skyline views.

Rockefeller Center also boasts world-class shopping,

great bites, and famous art and architecture. Rockefeller Center, btw. 48th & 51st Sts. and Fifth & Sixth Aves., 212-588-8601, rockefellercenter.com

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Over half a century ago, photographer Anders Petersen obtained insider access to Café Lehmitz, a gritty port bar in Hamburg, Germany. Anders Petersen: Color Lehmitz looks at the resulting series of photographs with never-before-seen prints, contact sheets, and hand-written notes by the artist. The exhibition gives an exclusive look into Petersen’s artistic process, as he sorted through, edited, and selected images during the past 50 years. The photographs are full of life, and Anders Petersen will forever be considered epoch-making as a master of subjective photography. You’ll find the space as compelling as the work, inside Fotografiska, a New York newcomer offering a mix of world-class photography, eclectic programming, elevated dining, and surprising new perspectives. 281 Park Ave. S. (btw. 21st & 22nd Sts.), 212433-3686, fotografiska.com/nyc cityguideny.com/events 21

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Every Sunday on the Upper West Side you can check out Grand Bazaar NYC, the city’s largest curated market— and most distinctive! This Sunday is the Sweet, Hot & Spicy Pop-up, where you’ll find flaming hot sauces and salsas, wood-fired

spicy pepperoni pizzas, fiery empanadas, Indian curries, and ramen noodle soups—plus hot chocolates and ciders to enjoy with cookies and cupcakes.

10am-5pm. Columbus Ave. & 77th St., 212-239-3025, grandbazaarnyc.org

ticket includes round-trip ferry service and audio Tours of Liberty and Ellis Islands. The art exhibition “Unframed—Ellis Island,” by renowned French artist JR, is on display throughout the hospital complex. The Hard Hat Tour Ticket allows you priority entry into the Screening Facility Queue to save time at the departure point. On Liberty Island you can explore more history at the new Statue of Liberty Museum. Breathtaking

views join a $100 million destination that includes memorabilia, an immersive film, and up close looks at the statue’s original torch, a 3,600-pound copper flame.

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New York’s cultural realm never stops moving. Gramercy Park now boasts Fotografiska New York, a museum experience for the modern world.

Spanning diverse photographic genres, Fotografiska features six floors of exhibitions, plus eclectic programming and a vibrant atmosphere that includes music on every floor.

Like so many this year, The Frick Collection got involved with a renovation. While its historic home next to Central Park is spruced up, the art can be found in the contemporary confines of the former Met Breuer on Madison Avenue.

A limited run here presents a chronological and geographic survey representing the likes of Goya, Rembrandt, and Vermeer. Classical art against modern architecture makes for an engaging mashup. A new Irish Arts Center in New York opened its doors in early December to a state-of-the-art Hell’s Kitchen facility. The inaugural season of programming will feature theatre, dance, music, and poetry.

New York got its firstever flight simulation ride in December. RiseNY gives visitors the feeling of flying as a bird’s-eye-view tour glides over city landmarks. Dips,

Top: Little Island. Above, Room 24: Four grand panels of Fragonard’s series The Progress of Love are shown together at Frick Madison in a gallery illuminated by one of Marcel Breuer’s trapezoidal windows.

This view shows two of the 1771–72 paintings, with two later overdoors visible in the next gallery.

Photo: Joe Coscia. turns, and soars mix with wind, mist, and scent to make for a full sensory experience.

Among the city’s most established attractions there are changes as well. The Empire State Building has a recently opened Observatory Entrance, which leads to the brand-new Observatory Experience. Instagram-ready displays show visitors the building through the ages. Up at the top there’s a new, fully

enclosed 102nd floor observatory, with climate controlled 360-degree views.

Hop a Statue City Cruises ride to Lady Liberty and you can explore the new Statue of Liberty Museum. Living history and breathtaking views come together in a $100 million destination that includes memorabilia, an immersive film, and up close looks at the statue’s original torch, a 3,600-pound copper flame.

FANTASTIC BEASTS The flagship Harry Potter New York is now open in the Flatiron District with the largest collection of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts products under one roof. In-store experiences include a Wand Shop and the Butterbeer Bar, which will liven up your Insta feed with glowing Butterbeer bottles “floating” over the bar and Butterbeer moving magically overhead through copper pipes.

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When people think New York City—bustling sidewalks beneath a forest of skyscrapers—they are often picturing Midtown Manhattan. The area brings together locals, office workers, and visitors, taking advantage of some of the world’s best shopping and culture. When you’re ready for a bite you’ll find a broad range of options.

Above: Bite into a New York legend: Patsy’s Italian Restaurant.

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PRE-THEATER If you crave Italian and want to dine before or after a show, look no further than Theater District favorite La Masseria. Take your choice of 11 delectable pastas, a dozen meat and fish dishes (including branzino, Mediterranean sea bream, and grilled t-bone veal chops with fresh herbs), on top of super-fresh salads and daily specials. Nearby spinoff Masseria dei Vini serves dishes from Puglia, many of which incorporate fish, shellfish, and fresh, homemade pastas.

The staff at Benjamin Steakhouse is courteous, accommodating, and knowledge-

able of a menu that includes everyone’s favorites—and not just meat. Seafood items include Chilean sea bass, Norwegian salmon, yellowfin tuna, and lobster. Sirloin, filet mignon, lamb, and veal chops are all dry-aged in their own aging box. Sumptuous desserts provide the perfect finish. Modern elegance meets traditional steakhouse classics at nearby sibling spot at Benjamin Prime. (For superlative seafood, head to the elegant spinoff The Sea Fire Grill.)

Bacall’s Family Steakhouse brings ‘40s glamour and big portion Jewish/Romanian fare to Times Square. You can get a pre-theatre

Beef. It’s what’s for dinner at Benjamin Steakhouse.

Vacation vibes await at Margaritaville Restaurant in Times Square.

Creative cooking meets the freshest seafood at The Sea Fire Grill.

French dining, redefined at neighborhood bistro Le Privé.

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Authentic Mexican in sophisticated surrounds at Casa del Toro.

selection of lighter fare or go all out with “The Show Stopper” (Betty’s Roumanian Steak Platter, stuffed cabbage, and roasted vegetables). The bar features bottles of top-shelf vodka served tableside, encased in an ice block with a choice of mixers or shot glasses. Dani Luv, famed troubadour of the former Sammy’s Roumanian Steakhouse on the Lower East Side for over two decades, leads laughs and sing-alongs starting at 7pm nightly.

You can take a Cuban vacation in the middle of Times Square. Havana Central serves home-cooked Cuban food in a lively setting in the heart of New York. Before a Broadway show, or after a stop at a Times Square attraction, step into this spacious 1950s eatery for a mojito and some ropa vieja. Weekdays from 4-7pm enjoy Happy Hour drink specials and 1/2 price empanadas at the bar with the purchase of a drink. Great for large groups, a romantic date, or a girls night out, and there’s live Latin music as well!

Prime Catch NYC has indoor and outdoor seating options, plus great hospitality at the bar. That’s a nice spot to watch the big games—and take advantage of a seven day a week happy hour with $1 oysters and 1/2 price appetizers. Entrée highlights include prime USDA dry-aged Pat LaFrieda meat, with 26

Seafood or steak? Or both! Prime Catch NYC.

house specialty Porterhouse and tomahawk cuts, and seafood picks like grilled salmon or baked shrimp.

Le Privé in Hell’s Kitchen accommodates pre-theater diners with the same ease it takes care of the weekend brunch crowd. Standouts include escargots, beignets, salad Nicoise, and a range of classic French dishes. The wine list boasts a breadth of French labels, including several Champagne varieties, and speakeasy cocktails at the bar. The restaurant’s romantic atmosphere extends to the back patio, filled with red tables and chairs reminiscent of Paris.

Also in Hell’s Kitchen you’ll find authentic Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar Casa del Toro. Upon entering, a provocative, curved, hand-sculpted marble bar immediately seduces—cavernous dining rooms lead up to floor-to-ceiling glass doors along the venue’s best-kept secret: a beautiful heated rear garden, home to a majestic 6-foot Spanish toro. Shared plates set up entradas and a selection of tacos that runs from short ribs to slow-roasted pork to portobello mushrooms.

You can rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring music memorabilia collection at New York’s own Hard Rock Cafe. Priceless pieces from legends like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, and Elvis Presley grace the cafe walls, along with

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‘40s glam gets contemporary at Bacall’s Family Steakhouse.

more contemporary items, including stage costumes worn by Madonna and Gwen Stefani. Legendary steak burgers are house specialties, joined by favorite entrees like baby back ribs, grilled Norwegian salmon, and New York strip steak. Friday nights bring live DJs and Sundays are great for brunch, complete with bottomless mimosas.

If you’re looking for a touch of the

tropics in the middle of the concrete jungle, Margaritaville Restaurant at Margaritaville New York is the destination for you. While looking out over Times Square, you’ll be transported to a vacation state of mind with one bite of a Cheeseburger in Paradise, an order of Volcano Nachos, or any of their signature island-inspired dishes. This two-story tropical oasis also features signature margaritas, along with a wide selection of cool concoctions.

New York restaurants come and go, but Patsy’s Italian Restaurant is forever. The famed eatery—which only has one location, right in the heart of Midtown—has been around for nearly 80 years and is only getting better.

Chef Sal Scognamillo, owner and operator, is the third generation of Scognamillos to sit at the helm. The family recipes have remained largely unchanged. Dishes like stuffed artichokes, eggplant parmigiana, and spaghetti and meatballs are as rich and flavorful as ever. Ingredients are sourced from long-standing family business connections, ensuring every bite remains true to tradition.

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Ellen’s Stardust Diner

Carolines on Broadway is a Times Square legend that’s been presenting the best in live comedy entertainment since 1982. You can eat unexpectedly well here; the kitchen turns out tasty appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas, entrees, and desserts, plus specialty drinks.

The show goes on at Ellen’s Stardust Diner near Times Square. Food, drink, and live performances from the famous singing waitstaff have returned. The 1950s-themed restaurant has been around since 1987 and still delivers on classic American fare.

Another city comeback is from The Iridium, a musical landmark presenting the best in live rock, jazz, and blues. To accompany the show look for cheese plates, flatbreads, and crab cakes among the appetizer options. For mains, you’ll find pasta, burgers, short ribs, and salads. The venue is slated to return March 2nd.

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CULTURE When it comes to culture, New York is hard to beat.

From art to history to design, the city’s institutions are packed with exhibits that provoke, intrigue, and entertain. Here are our picks for the can’t-miss shows of the season.

A lock of Edgar Allan Poe’s hair, Thomas Jefferson’s handwritten copy of the Declaration of Independence, Malcolm X’s briefcase, the real-life Winnie-the-Pooh: the New York Public Library holds a lot more than books. For the 28

first time ever you can explore a selection of the 56 million items in the collection with the opening of the Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library’s Treasures.

One of the city’s own great treasures is the Metropolitan

Museum of Art. On display now is A New Look at Old Masters, which explores The Met’s collection of European painting and sculpture. Deep dives into still life and genre painting in the 16th and 17th centuries are joined by the museum’s

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unsurpassed collection of Rococo master Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. A large gallery displays portraiture in the 17th century French Grand Siècle, juxtaposing outstanding paintings by Peter Paul Rubens and Anthony van Dyck with Charles Le Brun’s monumental family portrait of the banker Everhard Jabach.

Newcomer Fotografiska New York presents a museum experience for the modern world. Spanning diverse photographic genres, you’ll find six floors of exhibitions, including NUDE (opened February 12th). Featuring the work of 30 female artists from 20 different countries, NUDE provides a fresh perspective on the human form. More than 200 works of photography, film, and installation are represented. Far from a stuffy institution, the attitude at Fotografiska is “Have fun, stay late, get deep, spill your drink.”

Brooklyn has become a tourist destination to rival Manhattan, complete with its own world-class institution: the Brooklyn Museum. Current exhibition Andy Warhol: Revelation delves into the artist’s Byzantine Catholic upbringing in Pittsburgh and his lifelong relationship with his faith. More than 100 objects, including many rare and newly discovered, ponder Renaissance imagery, immigrant traditions and rituals, depictions of Christ, and the Catholic body and queer desire.

The Museum of Arts and Design was an early advocate

Top: Gustav Klimt’s portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I. Left: Hans Holbein’s portrait of Simon George Stadel. Photo Credits: page 74 of jewelry as a form of artistic expression. On view now, 45 Stories in Jewelry: 1947 to Now highlights the museum’s contributions to the evolution of art as a wearable medium.

Head to the historic boiler room of Chelsea Market to experience the immersive art space ARTECHOUSE. You’ve never seen art like this before, as room-sized digital projections merge with sound design to create a cinematic experience. Just opened, the new commission TRUST is a partnership with acclaimed Italian studio fuse*. The installation is a data-driven, (semi) real-time audiovisual exploration of how historical events

have influenced trust, and how the presence or absence of trust can shift our perceptions. High-resolution projection and hyperreal immersive sound bring the exhibition to vivid life.

Chelsea’s Rubin Museum of Art has a mission of presenting and preserving Himalayan art. You can get an overview in current exhibition Gateway to Himalayan Art, which introduces visitors to the main forms, concepts, meanings, and traditions of Himalayan art in the Rubin collection. The newest addition here is an interactive space, The Mandala Lab, which is oriented around five immersive experiences,

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Left: Blue diamonds are forever at the Museum of Natural History. Above: Vasily Kandinsky prevailing at the Guggenheim Museum.

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drawing on film, scent, sound, and a sculpture that invites collective breathing.

Uptown’s exquisite Neue Galerie has reopened all its rooms for the first time since the pandemic’s start. Modern Worlds: Austrian and German Art, 1890–1940 shows off several favorite pieces from the museum’s permanent collection—Gustav Klimt’s Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I (better

known as ”The Lady in Gold”) is a standout. Other major fine art works of the era are matched by equally elegant design, through March 13th.

In addition to the kid catnip of the American Museum of Natural History’s permanent collection (dinosaurs, anyone?), there are tempting temporary shows as well.

Celebrating its 23rd year at the museum, The Butterfly Conservatory transforms the coldest day, inviting visitors to mingle with hundreds of fluttering, iridescent butterflies among

tropical flowers and lush green vegetation. You can also be among the first people to see “Okavango Blue,” a rare and nearly flawless 20-carat blue diamond. The centerpiece of a new Okavango Blue Diamond exhibition of diamonds from Botswana, it’s on view in the revamped Allison and Roberto Mignone Halls of Gems. You can learn more about the region and the science behind diamonds. Or you can just go be dazzled.

Vasily Kandinsky was one of the pioneers of abstraction in western art. The Guggenheim is currently highlighting his work in Vasily Kandinsky: Around the Circle. The exhibit is mounted in reverse chronological order, starting with late-life paintings and proceeding back in time along the Guggenheim’s spiral. Paintings, watercolors, and woodcuts drawn from the museum’s extensive Kandinsky collection illuminate the journey of an artist looking into the transcendent potential of abstract forms.

Artist, author, educator, and organizer Faith Ringgold

Find “Rapture” and a love letter to the ‘80s at MCNY’s New York, New Music: 1980–1986.

Photo: Brad Farwell/Museum of the City of New York

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is one of the most influential cultural figures of her generation, with a career that links the multi-disciplinary practices of the Harlem Renaissance to the political art of young Black artists working today.

The New Museum’s exhibition Faith Ringgold: American People brings together over six decades of her work, bearing witness to the complexity of the American experience.

Black Dolls at the New-York Historical Society delves into handmade cloth dolls made primarily by African American women between 1850 and 1940. Through these humble yet potent objects, Black Dolls reveals difficult truths about American history and invites visitors to engage in the urgent national conversation around the legacy of slavery

and race. The exhibition opens on February 25th.

Drawing from the collection of financier and philanthropist Mohammed Afkhami, Rebel, Jester, Mystic, Poet: Contemporary Persians—The Mohammed Afkhami Collection presents works by 23 artists from Iran and its diaspora that probe themes like sociopolitical conflict, gender, and spirituality. It can be found at the Asia Society and Museum on the Upper East Side.

A little further uptown, The Museum of the City of New York explores the city’s past, celebrates its present, and imagines its future. The ongoing exhibition New York, New Music: 1980–1986 looks at the city’s diverse performers of the early ‘80s—from Run DMC to the Talking Heads,

and Madonna to John Zorn— as a lens to focus on the broader cultural scene, including media outlets, venues, record labels, fashion, and visual arts that cross-pollinated in the city in those years.

The Morgan Library & Museum has opened the first major U.S. exhibition dedicated to Hans Holbein the Younger (1497/98–1543). Holbein: Capturing Character spans Holbein’s entire career and highlights the artist’s work as a designer of prints, printed books, personal devices (emblems accompanied by mottos), and jewels. Works by Holbein’s illustrious contemporaries, such as Jan Gossaert (ca. 1478–1532) and Quentin Metsys (1466–1530), further highlight the visual splendor of the art and culture of the time.

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Immerse Yourself in the World’s Greatest Views New York is a vertical city and there’s never been a better time to experience it. The past few months have brought on two new observatory options, joining three legends already here, not to mention the skyline-showcasing rides on our buses and boats.

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viewing areas here—the latter nice and cozy for colder days. Outside, transparent safety-glass panels allow wholly unobstructed views of the city’s landmarks, including all of Central Park (its size can only truly be appreciated when seen from above). The 70th Floor is the proverbial cherry on top, allowing visitors 360° panoramas of Manhattan in all its glory. It provides a vantage point unlike any other

in the city...or the world.

See the Empire State Building for yourself and you’ll know immediately why the skyscraper has been named one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. Recent additions have made visits here better than ever. The new Observatory Entrance begins the adventure, leading up to the Observatory Experience.

This new exhibition space is loaded with Instagram-ready displays that show visitors the building through the years and how the structure is used today. Those looking for the ultimate Empire State Building visit can opt for 102nd floor

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tickets, which lead to a fully enclosed space with views in all directions—on a clear day, you can see five states!

For a downtown take on altitude, look to One World Observatory. It’s the tallest building in the hemisphere, and with over 40,000 metric tons of steel and a unique concrete core, it’s the strongest building in the world.

After a minute’s ride and a short video, you’ll hit the Discovery Level (the main observatory), with 360° sights of the city and beyond. It’s all here, from the rivers to the harbor, from the Empire State Building to the Statue

of Liberty, and on out to New Jersey’s ports and skylines.

The Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, Edge, stands atop the city’s newest neighborhood, Hudson Yards. Step out onto the triangular deck and you’ll be 100 floors above the ground with miles of visibility in every direction. Edge will also thrill you with its glass floor, providing views of the High Line far below your feet.

A champagne bar lets you toast the city, in addition to the dining at Peak, a restaurant and lounge on the 101st floor.

Blending elements of art, technology, architecture, and

thrill, the brand-new SUMMIT One Vanderbilt takes the concept of an “observation deck” to new heights through three levels of multi-sensory interactions. An immersive storytelling studio is behind the stunning AIR designed by Kenzo Digital, which creates the illusion of boundless space. At night, the magic of AIR dramatically shifts as TRANSCENDENCE 1, 2, and AFFINITY are transformed through a one-of-a-kind light and sound story, turning the installation into a beacon of energy, visible to all of New York City and beyond.

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Ellis Island are two of the most famous destinations in NYC. If you want to see them first-hand, Statue City Cruises is the only way to get there. Boats depart from Battery Park City in Lower Manhattan and Liberty State Park in New Jersey, providing memorable tours through New York Harbor. In addition to the historic stops, you’ll get amazing perspectives on water, shipping, and skylines.

If you’d like to take in the sights of the city from an even higher vantage point, check out Helicopter Flight Services.

Take one of their three tours— The New Yorker Tour (12-15 mins.), The Ultimate Tour (1720 mins.), or The Deluxe Tour (25-30 mins.)—and take in the beauty of the city as few ever experience it.

For more sightseeing info, including the city’s top bus tours and great winter activities, check out cityguideny.com on your desktop, tablet, or phone.

FLYING HIGH For another point of view on New York’s waterways, look to NYC’s legendary Intrepid. Founded in 1982, the aircraft carrier that’s now the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is celebrating 40 years of taking visitors on an interactive journey through American innovation and bravery. The museum boasts the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home to Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle. Also on display are 28 authentically restored aircraft, including the British Airways Concorde, the fastest commercial aircraft to ever cross the Atlantic.

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SIGHTSEEING LEGEND

OUR SIGHTSEEING SECTION lists destinations alphabetically, with neighborhood icons corresponding to the key below.

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MD Meatpacking District

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MW Midtown West

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LES Lower East Side

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439 W. 15th St. (9th-10th Aves.), artechouse.com In the historic boiler room of Chelsea Market you’ll find the new immersive art space ARTECHOUSE. Experience cutting-edge digital art that washes guests in waves of color, light, and sound. You’ve never seen art quite like this before, as room-sized digital projections merge with sound design to create an almost cinematic experience. (As you can imagine, the Insta potential is endless.)

EMPIRE STATE BUILDING OBSERVATORY MW 20 W. 34th St. (5th-6th Aves.), 212-736-3100; esbnyc.com

One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World and arguably the most famous skyscraper in the world.

Visitors can take a ride up to the 86th floor for unforgettable views of Manhattan and beyond. Whether you’re looking for a daytime photo that captures the city in all its glory or a nighttime shot filled with glittering buildings, the Empire State Building won’t let you down.

HELICOPTER FLIGHT SERVICES TOURS FD Downtown Heliport (Pier 6 & the East River), 212-355-0801; heliny.com

See NYC from high above its bustling streets. Choose from three tours—The New Yorker Tour (12-15 mins.), The Ultimate Tour (17-20 mins.), or The Deluxe Tour (25-30 mins.)—and take in the beauty of the city as few ever experience it.

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Level 4 inside The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards, 332-204-8500; edgenyc.com The Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, Edge, towers the city’s newest neighborhood, Hudson Yards. Edge is an incredible triangular deck where you stand 100 floors above the ground and see miles and miles in every direction. Edge will also thrill you with its glass floor, providing views of the High Line far below your feet. The experience begins with an all-new immersive experience, followed by an exciting 60-second elevator ride.

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INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM MW Pier 86, W. 46th St. & 12th Ave., 212-245-0072 intrepidmuseum.org

Founded in 1982, this NYC institution takes you on an interactive journey through history to learn about American innovation and bravery. Includes the Space Shuttle Pavilion, home to Enterprise, the world’s first space shuttle, plus 28 authentically restored aircraft, including the British Airways Concorde, the fastest commercial aircraft to ever cross the Atlantic.

NEW YORK TRANSIT MUSEUM

99 Schermerhorn St. (Boerum Pl.-Court St.), 718-694-1600 nytransitmuseum.org Gallery Annex & Store, Grand Central Terminal, Shuttle Passage, Main Concourse, 212-878-1016, mta.info Housed in a historic 1936 IND subway station in Brooklyn Heights, and easily accessible by subway, the New York Transit Museum is the largest museum in the US devoted to urban public transportation history, and one of the premier institutions of its kind in the world. The Museum explores the development of the greater New York metropolitan region through the presentation of exhibitions, tours, educational programs, and workshops dealing with the cultural, social and technological history of public transportation. Go to nytransitmuseum.org for details of current exhibits and programs, or to shop the Museum’s online store.

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285 Fulton St., 844-696-1776; oneworldobservatory.com There’s only one tallest. Only one strongest. And only one destination selected as the Best New Attraction in the World. These superlatives belong to One World Trade Center, and its pinnacle, the One World Observatory, rising over 100 stories in the sky. Catch 360° sights of the city and beyond, from the rivers to the harbor, from the Statue of Liberty to the Empire State.

STATUE CITY CRUISES FD

877-LADY TIX (877-523-9849); cityexperiences.com Offering ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island—the only way to get there. Daily rides depart approximately every 30 mintues from Battery Park at the foot of Manhattan.

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45 E. 42nd St. (Fifth-Park Aves.), summitov.com Blending elements of art, technology, architecture, and thrill, the brand-new SUMMIT One Vanderbilt takes the concept of an “observation deck” to new heights. At night, the magic dramatically shifts in a one-of-a-kind light and sound story, turning into a beacon of energy, visible to NYC and beyond.

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30 Rockefeller Center (W. 50th St. btw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 877-692-7625; topoftherocknyc.com The 67th-70th floor observation deck of 30 Rockefeller Plaza offers sweeping, unobstructed open-air views of New York City. Featuring reserved-time tickets, multimedia exhibits, and art deco splendor.

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BROADWAY

The Shows & Stars Wowing Crowds in NYC

By Griffin Miller

New York stages are on fire with celebrity sizzle and red-hot productions. Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, for example, is a masterclass in how to move the thermostat from zero to torrid in a single number. Come from Away, on the other hand, personifies “heartwarming” through its characters, songs, and message of hope. And Hadestown…well, the title speaks for itself. Welcome to Broadway, the ultimate theatrical hot spot!

Who’s New Two stars joining Broadway’s growing VIP list are Tony winner Matthew Broderick and Emmy winner Sarah Jessica Parker (above), in previews for Neil Simon’s triptych comedy Plaza Suite from February 25th at the Hudson Theatre. Parker, who’s been front and HBO center with Sex and the City sequel And Just Like That…, and 38

Broderick, whose outstanding stage and screen career includes Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, The Producers, and his recent London stint in The Starry Messenger, share a (nearly) 30 years of marriage, suggesting their onstage chemistry playing three different couples is a major Broadway event.

Other notable newcomers rocketing into the season’s

spotlight include Billy Crystal in Mr. Saturday Night (previews from 3/1); Patrick J. Adams (Suits); Jesse Tyler Ferguson (Modern Family) in Take Me Out (from 3/10); Noah Reid (Schitt’s Creek) and Tony winners Blair Brown, Jesse Mueller, and playwright Tracy Letts, in The Minutes (from 3/15); Emmy winner Debra Messing (Will & Grace) in Birthday Candles (from 3/18); and the triple threat combo of Laurence Fishburne, Sam Rockwell and Glee alum Darren Criss in David Mamet’s American Buffalo (from 3/22).

Up and running Tony winners Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster (Music Man), Phylicia Rashad (Skeleton Crew), and Patti LuPone and Katrina Lenk (Company) are still bringing down the house during their respective curtain calls.

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on Broadway in five other productions: Les Misérables, Motown, Sunset Boulevard, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, and Kristin Chenoweth: For the Girls.

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Emilie Kouatchou and Ben Crawford in Phantom Barrow recently joined the company of Wicked as the first Black actor to play Boq on the Broadway stage.

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Breaking Ground on the Casting Front The Phantom of the Opera, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s blockbuster that has been spellbinding audiences longer than any other show in the history of Broadway, recently welcomed Emilie Kouatchou as Christine Daaé, the beautiful soprano adored and obsessed over by the Phantom (Ben Crawford), above. Having made her Broadway debut playing Christine at certain performances, Kouatchou is the first Black actress to take on the iconic role at the Majestic Theatre as a cast principal.

Meanwhile, on the outskirts of Oz (i.e., just off West 51st Street), Wicked is flexing its own long-running muscle. Approaching its 19th birthday—and still one of the most coveted tickets in town—Brittney Johnson, formerly the production’s Glinda standby, has assumed the character’s sparkling crown and scepter full time, making her the first Black actress to do so.

Before becoming the most “Popular” witch at Shiz University, Johnson appeared

In case you haven’t heard, the mind-blowing incantations, illusions, and otherworldly phenomena of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child— formerly a two production/two ticket event—have been condensed into a single 3 ½ hour experience that flies by sans broomsticks or spells. Having seen the long version, I can assure adult muggles and young wizards and witches that the condensed incarnation is equal to the original in all things story-and-magic-related. Also, I’ve been assured by someone who has yet to venture into the HP universe (unforgivable, I know), that the show does not in any way confuse or bore, his exact words being: “I thought their storytelling was amazing and I understood…and loved everything about it.” Mischief managed.

A quick heads up to techno-geeks, Twinkie-fanatics, fans of sci-fi, splash & splatter, blue, and intergenerational Off-Broadway lunacy: Blue Man Group is running hilariously amok at downtown’s Astor Place Theatre. If you haven’t, do…If you have, re-up: you won’t be sorry!

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New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., 866-870-2717; aladdinthemusical.com (Opened 3/20/14) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) The beloved story is brought to thrilling theatrical life in this bold new musical. With just one rub of a magic lamp, Aladdin’s journey sweeps you into an exotic world full of adventure, comedy and romance. It’s an unforgettable Disney theatrical experience that includes all the cherished songs from the Oscar-winning score plus more written especially for Broadway. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

AMERICAN BUFFALO

Circle In The Square Theatre, 1633 Broadway/ 235 W. 50th St.., 212-239-6200; americanbuffalonyc.com (Opens 4/14/22) Previews start 3/22/22. David Mamet’s explosive and timely classic revolves around the business of crime and how it takes over three smalltime hustlers. The all-star award-winning cast includes Laurence Fishburne, Sam Rockwell, and Darren Criss.

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BIRTHDAY CANDLES

American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., 212-239-6200; roundabouttheatre.org (Opens 4/10/22) Previews start 3/18/22. In playwright Noah Haidle’s Broadway debut, actress Debra Messing (Will & Grace) stars as a woman who examines her life from ages 17 through 101, birthday by birthday.

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Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., 877-250-2929; bookofmormonbroadway.com 2011 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 3/24/11) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the duo behind South Park, are the masterminds behind this off-thecharts hilarious musical comedy about a pair of wideeyed Mormon boys whose first assignment as missionaries takes them from ringing doorbells stateside to a remote village in Uganda. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

CHICAGO

Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., 212-239-6200; chicagothemusical.com 1997 Tony, Best Musical Revival (Opened 11/14/96) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Kander & Ebb’s “musical vaudeville” about those murderous tootsies Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly offers a delicious cavalcade of colorful characters that stop at nothing to get what they want! A must-see that sparkles with Bob Fosse’s choreographic legacy. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

COME FROM AWAY

Schoenfeld Theatre, 236 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; comefromaway.com (Opened 3/12/17) (100 mins., no intermission) On September 11, 2001, 38 planes were ordered to land in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland. What unfolded when the stranded international strangers deplaned was amazing: the locals stepped up to host them leading to extraordinary camaraderie. One of Broadway’s most impressive and uplifting musicals, ever! Worth noting: Christopher Ashley picked up the 2017 Tony for Best Direction of a Musical. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, 242 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; companymusical.com (Opened 12/9/21) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Stephen Sondheim’s iconic musical has been given a gender and modern-day revamp. At her 35th birthday party, Bobbie’s friends are wondering why can’t she find the right guy. Songs like “The Ladies Who Lunch” and “Being Alive”, and Tony winners Katrina Lenk and Patti LuPone, make the show a must-see. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

DAVID BYRNE’S AMERICAN UTOPIA St. James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St., americanutopiabroadway.com

(Opened 10/20/19) (1 hr., 40 mins.) Former Talking Heads frontman Byrne and his enormously talented ensemble of musicians from across the globe return and are serving up a brilliant blend of concert and theatricality. Great songs come to life under Annie-B Parson’s showstopping choreography and fulfill the show’s mission to celebrate the joy of life, music, community, and connection. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

DEAR EVAN HANSEN

Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; dearevanhansen.com 2017 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 12/4/16) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) All his life Evan Hansen has felt invisible. But when a tragic event thrusts him into the center of controversy, he is given the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to be somebody else. Unique and deeply personal, it’s a musical about a little lie that changes everything. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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HADESTOWN COMEDY

Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., 800-745-3000; hadestown.com 2019 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 4/17/19) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Two intertwining love stories—Orpheus and Eurydice and the King Hades and his wife Persephone —form the basis of this genre-defying new musical blending American folk music with New Orleansinspired jazz to create an epic journey to the underworld and back. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

HAMILTON

Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., 877-250-2929; hamiltonbroadway.com 2016 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 8/6/15) (2 hrs., 55 mins.) Broadway’s mega-hit explores the bastard orphan/war hero/Treasury head/founding father through a tale of America’s fiery past alongside Washington, Jefferson, Eliza Hamilton, and Aaron Burr. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Lyric Theatre, 214 W. 43rd St., 212-305-4100; harrypotteronstage.com/us.com

2018 Tony, Best Play (Opened 4/22/18) A much anticipated reopening arrives with a major change: instead of two separate plays, HPATCC has been reconfigured into a single night of theatre. What hasn’t changed is the show’s introduction of a new generation of Hogwarts students and, naturally, their magical adventures. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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THE LION KING

MR. SATURDAY NIGHT

1998 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 11/13/97) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) A glorious stage adaptation of Disney’s animated hit, The Lion King is a treasure trove of stunning visual magic created by Tony-winner Julie Taymor. Set in the flourishing African Pride Land, the story follows the lion prince, Simba, and the characters in his life— young lioness Nala, BFFs Timon and Pumbaa, his villainous uncle Scar—and his journey from precious cub to king of the jungle. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

(Opens 3/31/22) (2 hrs.) Previews start 3/1/22. Tony and Emmy winner Billy Crystal returns to Broadway in this new musical comedy based on his 1992 film of the same name. The story follows Buddy Young Jr., a one-time famous TV comedian who now some 40 years later seeks one more shot at the spotlight— and while he’s at it, one last shot at fixing the family he fractured along the way. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

THE LITTLE PRINCE

Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., 212-239-6200; mrsdoubtfirebroadway.com

Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., 866-870-2717; disneyonbroadway.com

Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway, 212-239-6200; thelittleprincebroadway.com (Opens 4/11/22) (1 hr., 50 mins.) Previews start 3/29/22. Following sold-out runs in Paris, Sydney, and Dubai, one of the best-selling and most translated books ever published arrives on Broadway in a new stage production filled with theatrical spectacle, dance, aerial acrobatics, and ground-breaking videomapping technology that bring the classic adventure story loved by generations to life. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

THE MINUTES

Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St., 212-239-6200; theminutesbroadway.com (Opens 4/7/22) (1 hr., 30 mins.) Previews start 3/15/22. Tracy Letts’ mega-hit from Steppenwolf Theatre Company will be resuming Broadway performances. The play looks at how small-town democracy is not always what it seems, with greed and hypocrisy forming its core—and change possible within “a matter of minutes.” Call or visit website for playing schedule.

MJ THE MUSICAL

Neil Simon Theatre, 250 W. 52nd St., 212-239-6200; mjthemusical.com (Opened 2/1/22) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) The new musical bio featuring over 25 Michael Jackson hits comes with a staggeringly impressive pedigree: book by two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage and direction/choreography by Tony-winner Christopher Wheeldon. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL

Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; moulinrougemusical.com 2020 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 7/25/19) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows, reveling in the decadent ambiance. Baz Luhrmann’s film take on La Bohème is transformed onstage to a musical mash-up extravaganza. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St,, 212-239-6200; mrsaturdaynightonbroadway.com

MRS. DOUBTFIRE

(Opened 12/5/21) (2 hrs., 35 mins.) After losing custody of his kids in a messy divorce, Daniel Hillard creates the kindly alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives. A hilarious and heartfelt story about holding onto your loved ones against all odds, Mrs. Doubtfire is the musical comedy we need right now— one that proves we’re better together. On hiatus until 3/15. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

THE MUSIC MAN

Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, 212-239-6200; MusicManOnBroadway.com Meredith Willson’s beloved musical comedy returns to Broadway with an all-star cast led by Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster. When con man Harold Hill arrives in River City to sell folks the promise of a marching band, he gets more than he bargained for—including romance with Marian the librarian. One of the season’s hottest tickets! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

PARADISE SQUARE

Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; paradisesquaremusical.com (Opens 4/3/22) (2 hrs., 40 mins.) Previews start 3/15/22. Conceived by Larry Kirwan, who co-wrote the book with Craig Lucas, Marcus Gardley, and Christina Anderson, this new musical centers on the racially diverse 1863 regulars at Paradise Square, a saloon in the slums of Lower Manhattan, and how their relationships come unraveled “by a country at war with itself.”

Call or visit website for playing schedule.

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA

Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., 212-239-6200; thephantomoftheopera.com 1988 Tony, Best Musical (Opened 1/26/88) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Gaston Leroux’s thriller follows a beautiful young soprano and the mysterious masked figure that loves her. Featuring Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Music of the Night”. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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Hudson Theatre, 141 W. 44th St., 855-801-5876; plazasuitebroadway.com (Opens 4/13/22) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Previews start 2/25/22. This limited engagement revival of the Neil Simon comedy triptych stars two-time Tony winner Matthew Broderick alongside his real-life spouse, two-time Emmy winner Sarah Jessica Parker, in three separate vignettes unfolding in the noted New York hotel. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

SIX

Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., 877-250-2929; SIXonBroadway.com (Opened 3/12/20) (80 mins., no intermission) Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix 500 of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over. The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic’s Pick).

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SKELETON CREW

Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; ManhattanTheatreClub.com (Opened 1/21/22) (2 hrs., 15 mins.) Tony winner Phylicia Rashad stars in Dominique Morisseau’s engrossing drama set in 2008 Detroit against the backdrop of a failing automotive factory. Under the direction of Tony winner Ruben Santiago-Hudson, this Broadway premiere explores a tight-knit family of workers forced to deal with a piercing level of uncertainty, impacting personal loyalties and the need for security, all while blurring the line between blue and white collar. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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TAKE ME OUT

Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W 44th St., 212-541-4516; 2st.com (Opens 4/4/22) (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Previews start 3/10/22.

This first Broadway revival of Richard Greenberg’s Tonywinning play centers on what happens when a star baseball player exits the closet. Off the field, facing hostile teammates and fraught friendships, he must deal with being a gay person of color within the confines of a classic American institution—all as his team struggles toward a championship season. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., 212-239-6200; TinaOnBroadway.com

(Opened 11/7/19) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) From humble Tennessee beginnings to her transformation into the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Tina didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them. Featuring Ms. Turner’s most loved songs, the show soars as it celebrates her resilience, talent, and star power. Not to be missed! Call or visit website for playing schedule.

WICKED

Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St. 877-250-2929 wickedthemusical.com (Opened 6/10/03) (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Set in Oz before the arrival of Dorothy and Toto, this knock-out musical follows the friendship between two young girls—one smart, misunderstood, and green-skinned; the other beautiful, ambitious, and popular—who grow up to be the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. This long-running fantasy is based on the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

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BLUE MAN GROUP

Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette St., 800-258-3626; blueman.com (1 hr., 35 mins.) Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind, and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter, and surprises. 35 million people of all ages, languages and cultures know what Blue Man Group is really about. Now it’s your turn. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

JERSEY BOYS

New World Stages; 340 W. 50th St., 212-239-6200; JerseyBoysNewYork.com (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their first note and showcased a sound nobody had ever heard…and the radio just couldn’t get enough. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage it was a very different story—one that’s made them an international sensation all over again. Featuring all their hits including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Oh What A Night,” “Walk Like a Man,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.” Call or visit website for playing schedule.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

Westside Theatre, Upstairs, 407 W. 43rd St., 212-239-6200; littleshopnyc.com (1 hr., 35 mins.) Seymour is a down-on-his-luck florist with a crush on his co-worker Audrey. When he discovers a mysterious—and voracious—plant, suddenly he’s thrust into an epic battle that will determine the fate of the entire human race. Call or visit website for playing schedule.

STOMP

Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Ave., 800-982-2787; stomponline.com (1 hr., 45 mins.) Springing from the underground music clubs of Britain and influenced by urban street life, Stomp has traveled the world, causing a sensation at every arrival. Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, luggage, and airborne drumsticks fill the stage with the energizing beats of an inventive stage show blending dance, music, comedy, and theatrics.

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AN ELEGANT APPROACH TO SEAFOOD The Sea Fire Grill offers a sophisticated New York setting for the freshest in seafood.

Raw bar favorites include daily East and West Coast oysters and chilled lobster; appetizers like jumbo lump crab cakes and yellowfin tuna tartare will impress. Look for seasonal fresh catches, prepared thoughtfully, like the Alaskan king crab legs and roasted

Nova Scotia halibut. There are also steaks and chops to take advantage of the expertise of sibling spot Benjamin’s (don’t miss the surf ‘n’ turf combo).

MEALS WITH A SIDE OF LIVE ENTERTAINMENT City Winery New York City at Hudson River Park brings together great bites, wine to match, and views to remember. Close to Chelsea Market and The High Line, you can also enjoy excellent sightlines on the city’s newest park, Little Island. Enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner in City Winery’s restaurant and wine bar,

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where the food is is meant to be paired with a great glass of wine. They’re open every day but Monday with two stages hosting a stellar array of music and comedy.

Carolines on Broadway is a comedy legend in Times Square that’s been presenting the best in live comedy entertainment since 1982. Nightly shows run from established greats to up and comers. You can eat unexpectedly well here; the kitchen turns out tasty appetizers, sandwiches, pizzas, entrees, and desserts, plus specialty drinks. You can dine during the performance in the showroom or have a pre-show bite in the Supper Lounge, where they’ll hold complimentary VIP seating for the show for you.

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Ellen’s Stardust Diner near Times Square. Food, drink, and live performances from the famous singing waitstaff have returned. The 1950sthemed restaurant has been around since 1987 and brings back its retro vibes (founder Ellen Hart Sturm is a native New Yorker who was crowned Miss Subways in 1959). Catch close up performances by staff on their way to joining a long line of Broadway actors who have made Ellen’s their launching pad.

Also making a big New York comeback is The Iridium, a musical landmark famous for intimate experiences of the best rock, jazz, and blues artists in the world. This is another spot where you’ll eat well despite the high caliber of the entertainment. Cheese

plates, flatbreads, and crab cakes are among the appetizer options. For mains, you’ll find pasta, burgers, short ribs, salads, and that New York favorite: the Reuben. The venue is slated to return March 2nd.

Uniquely New York energy meets Cuban rhythm at Havana Central. Before a Broadway show, or after a stop at a Times Square attraction, step into this spacious 1950s eatery for a mojito and some ropa vieja. There’s Happy Hour at the bar every weeknight, with half price empanadas. Now offering heated outdoor dining and live Latin music as well.

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roads of the World.” Newly opened, the menu is inspired by the restaurant’s muse, starlet Lauren Bacall, and her Jewish-Romanian upbringing in New York City. Look for favorite starters like latkes and matzoh balls; family platters include house-smoked brisket, a Lower East Side veal chop, and stuffed trout.

Dani Luv, troubadour of the former Sammy’s Roumanian Steakhouse on the Lower East Side for over 20 years, leads nightly sing-alongs.

Nearby, Prime Catch NYC serves up top-rate USDA dryaged Pat LaFrieda meat, with

house specialty Porterhouse and tomahawk cuts. Grilled salmon and baked shrimp are available among the seafood options. Don’t miss happy hour at the bar, seven days a week.

UPTOWN SCENES Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened Sugar Bar, an Upper West Side destination that manages to stay intimate, with the feel of an old country village. Enjoy delicious Southern-accented American fare like pork chops, crispy chicken, seafood stew, fried catfish, and cheeseburg-

ers, or chill at the lively bar.

American cuisine with lots of options is what you’ll find at The Ribbon on the Upper West Side. This quintessential New York dining experience features a large reserve wine list and craft cocktails; bites include spit-roasted meats, seafood, and everything from a thick burger and prime rib to a composed salad—basically something for everyone, with affordability that keeps regulars coming back week after week.

LITTLE ITALY To get a feel for the New York of over a century ago, head downtown to Little Italy. Narrow sidewalks front a seemingly endless collection of Italian restaurants. Founded in 1908, Grotta Azzurra is known for signatures like lobster Fra Diavolo, homemade pastas, pizzas, and prime steaks and chops. Il Cortile is a familyowned destination serving

CLASSICS BENJAMIN STEAKHOUSE The staff at Benjamin Steakhouse is courteous, accommodating, and knowledgeable of a menu that includes everyone’s favorites—and not just meat. Seafood items include Chilean sea bass, Norwegian salmon, yellowfin tuna, and lobster.

Sirloin, filet mignon, lamb, and veal chops are all dry-aged in their own aging box. Sumptuous desserts provide the perfect finish. It’s no surprise Benjamin Steakhouse won “Best Steakhouse” at the 2018 Concierge Choice Awards. 52 E. 41st St. (btw. Park & Madison Aves.), 212-297-9177, benjaminsteakhouse.com

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classics like homemade fettuccini with wild mushrooms and sweet sausage, flavor-packed puttanesca, veal scaloppini, and stuffed filet mignon in a rich tomato sauce. When you’re ready for a sweet end-

ing to Little Italy adventures, Caffé Palermo is your destination. Here since 1973, this must-stop downtown legend is hosted by Baby John, The Cannoli King. His cannolis keep to that perfect balance between

sweet cream and satisfying crunch, making these the best in the city. You’ll also find the finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, Italian cookies, lobster tails, and unbeatable cappuccino and espresso.

PRE-THEATRE IN HELL’S KITCHEN Masseria dei Vini (“Masseria of Wines”) is an upscale spot from Midtown favorite La Masseria. (In the region of Puglia, in southern Italy, “masserias” are fortified farmhouses, many now transformed into restaurants and hotels). The menu blends traditional with modern without one overpowering the other. Look for beautiful dishes from Puglia, with plenty of fish and shellfish, fresh homemade pastas, and gourmet Neapolitan-style pizza from a Ferrara wood-burning oven. There’s an extensive wine by the glass program and a large selection of bottles—mainly from Italy, but without ignoring the rest of the world.

Bistro Le Privé excels in “French dining, redefined.”Think escargots, beignets, salad Nicoise, and a range of classic French dishes inside the comfort of a red-ceilinged dining room decked with chandeliers. Perfect for both pre-theatre diners as well as the weekend brunch crowd. Imaginative Mexican cuisine meets a vibrant setting at Casa del Toro. A hand-sculpted marble bar draws you in to cavernous dining rooms leading to a tented and heated rear garden. Top-rate tacos, NY strip asada, and killer margaritas lead the highlights here.

HOME OF THE WORLD FAMOUS SINGING WAITSTAFF For Group Reservations Visit ellensstardustdiner.com 1650 Broadway & 51st • 212.956.5151

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DINING

OUR DINING SECTION lists restaurants by neighborhood, beginning with the southern tip of Manhattan and moving north, and west to east.

KEY

LEGEND

FD Financial District T Tribeca

MD Meatpacking District MW Midtown West

C Chinatown

ME Midtown East

LES Lower East Side

TD Theater District

SH SoHo

TS Times Square

LI Little Italy

UES Upper East Side

GV Greenwich Village

UWS Upper West Side

EV East Village

H Harlem

CH Chelsea

EH East Harlem

$ Inexpensive/Mostly $15 & under $$ Mostly $15-$35 $$$ Mostly $35 +

little italy CAFFÉ PALERMO LI $

148 Mulberry St. (Grand St.), 212-431-4205; caffepalermo.com | DESSERT, ITALIAN Since 1973, a must stop in Little Italy! Home of New York’s Award-Winning Cannoli! Voted #1 Cannoli in New York. Stop by and say hello to BABY JOHN the CANNOLI KING! The finest Italian pastries: cheesecake, tiramisu, rainbow cookies, chocolate mousse cake, Italian cookies, etc. are awesome & lobster tails are off the hook! Enjoy unbeatable cappuccino & espresso. Hundreds of celebs have visited so you never know who will drop by.

chelsea CITY WINERY NEW YORK CITY CH $$

25 11th Ave. (15th St./Pier 57 in Hudson River Park), 646-751-6033, citywinery.com/newyork | AMERICAN Indulge your senses at new flagship location in Hudson River Park, with intimate concerts, locally made wine, great food, and unforgettable events all under one roof. Live music or comedy can be found on one of the two stages six nights a week. Dine on the Hudson River waterfront in the Barrel Room and enjoy a wine-inspired, globally influenced, locally sourced menu. Sample wine made on premises in the tasting bar and enjoy special pricing on bottles to go in the on-site wine shop.

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midtown east BENJAMIN PRIME ME $$$

23 E. 40th St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-338-0818, benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Benjamin Prime combines modern elegance with traditional steakhouse classics, while also showcasing signature standouts from highly regarded sister property Benjamin Steakhouse. After perfecting both steakhouse and seafood concepts, the grill gets highlighted at Prime, serving up USDA prime dry aged steaks and succulent seafood in unique ways. The 10,000 sq. ft. space houses an expansive main dining room and now offers heated outdoor dining.

BENJAMIN STEAKHOUSE ME $$$

52 E. 41st St. (Park-Madison Aves.), 212-297-9177, benjaminsteakhouse.com | STEAK/SEAFOOD Founded in 2006, Benjamin Restaurant Group is still family owned and operated and a top area culinary destination. Offering exceptional food and service in luxurious environments, owners Benjamin Prelvukaj and Benjamin Sinanaj make it their mission to treat each guest like a member of their family. Benjamin defines classic steakhouse with juicy cuts of dry-aged beef grilled to perfection. Enjoy their sizzling steaks in their cozy main dining room, or heated outdoor patio.

THE SEA FIRE GRILL ME $$-$$$

158 E. 48 St. (Lexington-3rd Aves.), 212-935-3785 theseafiregrill.com | SEAFOOD/AMERICAN The Sea Fire Grill offers seasonally focused contemporary American seafood and an elegant yet classic experience where consistency is key and service is impeccable. The décor is inviting with mahogany wine racks, cool blue accent features, and a roaring marble fireplace. Guests are passionate about the daily East and West coast oysters, Alaskan king crab legs, and roasted Nova Scotia halibut.

theater district/times square BACALL’S FAMILY STEAKHOUSE TS $$

220 W. 44th St. (Boadway-8th Ave.), 212-944-2474, bacallsnyc.com | STEAKHOUSE Brings ‘40s glamour and big-portion fare to Times Square. Newly opened, the menu is inspired by the restaurant’s muse, starlet Lauren Bacall, and her Jewish-Romanian upbringing in New York City. Look for favorite starters like latkes and matzoh balls, family platters of house-smoked brisket or duck confit. Dani Luv, troubadour of the former Sammy’s Roumanian Steakhouse on the Lower East Side for over 20 years, performs live sing-alongs nightly.

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DINING

OUR DINING SECTION lists restaurants by neighborhood, beginning with the southern tip of Manhattan and moving north, and west to east.

CASA DEL TORO TD $$

LA MASSERIA TD $$-$$$

Authentic Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar in Hell’s Kitchen. Imaginative cuisine in vibrant and sensuous setting, putting forward impeccable style, invigorating dishes, and unbounded hospitality. Upon entering, a provocative, curved, hand-sculpted marble bar immediately seduces. Cavernous dining rooms lead up to floor-to-ceiling glass doors along the venue’s bestkept secret: a beautiful rear garden, home to a majestic, 6-ft. Spanish toro. Indoor dining plus two outdoor areas including a tented and heated backyard garden.

“A farmhouse in the middle of Manhattan,” offering classic dishes from the Puglia region of Italy, utilizing the freshest natural ingredients for simple, authentic pastas, risottos, and meat and fish dishes. Warm, inviting decor blends rural Italian style, nostalgia, and charm, complementing their exceptional cuisine and wine list. Among the most popular restaurants in the Theater District. Seven days lunch/dinner.

626 10th Ave. (44th-45th Sts.), 212-586-0811, casadeltorony.com | MEXICAN

235 W. 48th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-582-2111, lamasserianyc.com | ITALIAN

LE PRIVÉ TD $$$

ELLEN’S STARDUST DINER TD $$

626 10th Ave. (44th-45th Sts.), 212-837-2795; lepriveny.com | FRENCH

The show goes on at Ellen’s Stardust Diner! The popular Times Square spot has reopened its doors for delicious food, drinks, and live performances.

Located in the heart of the Theater District, Ellen’s has been a staple in the Broadway community since 1987, known for their famous waitstaff singing popular musicals while visitors enjoy a meal. The iconic diner brings in visitors from all over the world, with its retro and nostalgic memorabilia.

Redefining French dining with elegant style, charming ambiance, exquisite dishes, and gracious hospitality.

Victorian era-inspired dining room features ornate chandeliers hanging from lofty ceilings, permeated with tantalizing aromas of French cuisine. Bar is a ready host for gatherings of all types; an arousing forum for culture, intellectualism, business, romance, and even mischief. Menu is both comforting and alluring; offering classic French dishes as well as opportunities for new, exciting culinary experiences.

Unmatched hospitality. Attentive/knowledgeable staff.

HARD ROCK CAFE TS $$

MARGARITAVILLE NEW YORK TS $$

1650 Broadway (51st St.), 212-956-5151, ellensstardustdiner.com | AMERICAN

1501 Broadway (43rd-44th Sts.), 212-343-3355, hardrockcafe.com/location/new-york | AMERICAN

560 7th Ave. (40th St.), 212-221-3007, margaritavilleresorts.com | AMERICAN

Rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring rock memorabilia collection. Priceless pieces from Elvis to The Beatles grace the walls along with more contemporary items. The 708-seat restaurant boasts a unique outdoor space above the building’s historic marquee, which hosts private parties amid the excitement of Times Square. Recently opened Rock Shop features authentic Hard Rock merchandise.

If you’re looking for a touch of the tropics in the middle of the concrete jungle, Margaritaville New York is the destination for you. While looking out over Times Square, you’ll instantly be transported to a vacation state of mind with one bite of a Cheeseburger in Paradise, an order of Volcano Nachos, or any of their signature island-inspired dishes. This two-story tropical oasis also features signature margaritas, along with a wide selection of cool concoctions.

HAVANA CENTRAL TS $$

MASSERIA DEI VINI TD $$$

Home of Real Cuban Cooking in the heart of Times Square. You come to Havana Central for the food but stay for the party! Find “the best mojitos north of Havana” plus Happy Hour at the bar, Monday-Friday 4-7pm. Classic Cuban favorites like empanadas, slowroasted pork, and ropa vieja. Now offering heated outdoor dining! Live Latin music every Wed. & Thurs. from 6-9pm.

A first-rate Italian menu that blends traditional with modern without overpowering one or the other. Features beautiful dishes from Puglia, a lot of which incorporate fish, shellfish, and a plethora of fresh homemade pastas. Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style from a Ferrara wood-burning pizza oven. Extensive wine by the glass & large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy, but without ignoring the rest of the world.

151 W. 46th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 212-398-7440, havanacentral.com | CUBAN

887 9th Ave. (57th-58th Sts.), 212-315-2888, masseriadeivini.com | ITALIAN

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Beautiful dishes from Puglia Fish, chicken, veal, fresh homemade pastas Gourmet pizza Neapolitan style in wood-burning oven

Extensive wine by the glass and large selection of bottles, mainly from Italy

887 9th Ave. (57th & 58th Sts.) | (212) 315-2888 masseriadeivini.com

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DINING PATSY’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT TD $$

236 W. 56th St. (Broadway-8th Ave.), 212-247-3491, patsys.com | ITALIAN Considered one of the greatest attractions in the Theater District and renowned for its celebrity clientele (Frank Sinatra’s favorite), this landmark has been family run since 1944. Highly rated authentic Neapolitan is heavenly, including sausages pizzaiola with peppers, spicy shrimp Fra Diavolo, savory calamari stuffed with seafood, etc. A “must go” New York favorite! Lunch/ dinner Tues. to Sun., 1-9pm (check patsys.com for updated hours). All cards.

PRIME CATCH NYC TD $$

upper west side THE RIBBON UWS $$

20 W. 72nd St. (Central Park W.-Columbus Ave.), 212-787-5656, theribbonnyc.com | AMERICAN/FRENCH American cuisine in a stylish, roomy setting, with renowned hospitality. Quintessential New York dining experience, featuring an extensive bar selection and delights for all palates, including spit-roasted meats, seafood, and a sophisticated carvery and burger section. Zagat and Michelin recommended.

SUGAR BAR UWS $$

STEAK/SEAFOOD

254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West End Ave.), 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com | AMERICAN

Times Square and Theater District’s place for great steaks and chops (Porterhouse, bone-in NY strip, tomahawk, lamb chops, filet mignon, veal chop, bonein ribeye, surf & turf) and fresh seafood (oysters, clams, raw bar, shrimp cocktail, seafood tower, lobster, branzino, seafood pasta, grilled salmon). Chicken or veal Parmesan or Milanese, juicy burgers, soups, salads, and more! Private dining. Happy Hour runs all day seven days a week at the bar; catch the games on multiple screens.

Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened this mecca of fine dining and nightly live entertainment in 1996. A magnet for celebrities like Bruce Willis, Stevie Wonder, Whoopi Goldberg, Eddie Murphy. Enjoy delicious Southern-accented American fare like pork chops, crispy chicken, seafood stew, fried catfish, cheeseburgers, etc., or chill at the lively bar scene. Intimate and elegant with the feel of an old country village. Tues.-Sat. from 3pm, Sun. from noon.

140 W. 46th St. (6th-7th Aves.), 646-649-2288

CASA DEL TORO

An authentic Mexican restaurant

626 10 Ave (44-45 St) casadeltorony.com 212-586-0811

A Real Cuban Hideway!

Large Groups Welcome!

Birthday Celebrations Happy Hour Specials Heated Outdoor Dining Take-Out & Delivery

Owned by the legendary music duo

Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson

In the Heart of Times Square, Near all Broadway Theaters! *Per NYC Mandate proof of Covid-19 vaccination & photo ID required to dine indoors.

Tues–Sun since 1996 151 W 46TH STREET (BETW 6TH & 7TH AVES)

CALL TO BOOK A TABLE! 212-398-7440

WWW.HAVANACENTRAL.COM @HAVANACENTRAL

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Fine Dining feat. Open Mic Thursdays + Sunday Brunch

254 West 72 St (Broadway/West End Ave)

212.579.0222 | sugarbarnyc.com

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259 W. 42nd St. (corner of 42nd & 8th), 212-776-9100; PatricksnYc.com | AmericAn Patrick’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar is a new classic from the creators of Tony’s DiNapoli. Serving Pat LaFrieda burgers and USDA prime steaks alongside some of NYC’s best oysters, craft beers, and cocktails. Perfect for casual dining, private events, and hanging at the bar. Open 11:30 am-midnight (1am Fri.-Sat.); private dining, walk-ins, and reservations accepted. Free live Irish music Thurs. evening 7-10:30pm.

Patsy’s ItalIan RestauRant tD $$

Prime catch NYC

Steak seafood Winecocktails Spectator aWard Weekday Lunch, Dinner & Weekend Theater Prix Fixe are available

55 East 54th Street

HAUTE GREEK CUISINE (212)759-5554 | nerainyc.com

236 W. 56th St. (Bdwy-8th Ave.), 212-247-3491 patsys.com | itAliAn Considered one of the greatest attractions in the Theater District & renowned for its celebrity clientele (Frank Sinatra’s favorite), this landmark has been family-run since 1944.

Highly rated authentic Neapolitan is heavenly, including succulent veal chops Siciliano, spicy lobster fra diavolo, savory calamari stuffed with seafood, etc. A “must go” New York favorite! Open daily, lunch & dinner. All cards.

Planet HOllyWOOD ts $$

Open 7 days 10:30 til late 148 Mulberry Street (by Grand St) 212-431-4205 • www.caffepalermo.com

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1540 Broadway (45th St.), 212-333-7827 planethollywoodintl.com | AmericAn For great food, famous memorabilia, awesome merchandise, and out-of-this-world events, there’s no place like the Planet.

Thrill to the magic of Hollywood surrounded by the largest movie memorabilia collection in the world! The menu features freshly prepared dishes -- unique appetizers, unusual pastas and salads, sandwiches, burgers, grilled fare, tempting desserts and specialty drinks. Planet Hollywood apparel and collectible souvenirs are available in the merchandise shop. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Great American fare.

Classic cocktails/top quality beer.

Times Square’s best sports bar.

TIMES SQUARE

AND THEATER DISTRICT’S PLACE FOR GREAT STEAKS, FRESH SEAFOOD, HAPPY HOUR, AND WATCHING SPORTS

146 140 W. WE47 ST Street 4 6 S T (6th | ( 6 4 6&) 7th 6 4 9Aves.)

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French Dining, Redefined at modest prices

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GOTHAM

AFTER Welcome to the world capital of nightlife: the city that never sleeps. Intimate jazz spots share blocks with legendary comedy clubs all across the city.

If you’re looking for a neighborhoody pint you’ll find plenty of options in midtown; for a more raucous scene check out the profusion of vibrant bars in the East Village and the Lower East Side. (On the Brooklyn side, the possibilities in Williamsburg are every bit as endless.) Upscale options can be found along the cobblestone streets of the Meatpacking District while the West Village next door is joined by Chelsea and Hell’s Kitchen as a historic hub of LGBTQ nightlife. Music, performance, dance, people 58

watching—whatever your mood, NYC can match it.

Live music has returned to NYC, with indie rock venues peppered around downtown; The Bowery Ballroom and The Mercury Lounge are two longrunning favorites. Brooklyn’s answers for live music include the Music Hall of Williamsburg, Brooklyn Steel, and Brooklyn Bowl (yes, you can knock down pins while the band is playing).

You can rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring music memorabilia collection at New

York’s Hard Rock Cafe. Priceless pieces from legends like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Nirvana, and Elvis Presley grace the cafe walls, along with more contemporary items, including stage costumes worn by Madonna and Gwen Stefani.

Legendary steak burgers are house specialties, joined by favorite entrees like baby back ribs, grilled Norwegian salmon, and New York strip steak.

Friday nights bring live DJs and Sundays are great for brunch, Top: Bar Room at the Beekman

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HOURS Image courtesy of Jim Belmont.

Upper Left: Global sounds, from jazz to rock and everything in between, await at Drom in the East Village.

Above: Stars like Sheryl Crow can be found at The Iridium.

Right: Escape the concrete jungle at Margaritaville New York.

complete with bottomless mimosas.

Downtown has its own ample supply of spots for a modern cocktail. The Bar Room at Tom Colicchio’s Temple Court is located beneath The Beekman’s stunning, nine-story Victorian era hotel atrium and provides a singular New York setting for savoring a handcrafted cocktail.

In Times Square, Havana Central has Caribbean vibes crossed with New York energy.

Head to the bar there for a

Monday-Friday 4-7pm Happy Hour. Homemade empanadas are half price, joined by $7 drink specials that include classic mojitos, margaritas, and red sangria.

For another touch of the tropics in the middle of the concrete jungle, Margaritaville New York is the destination for you. While looking out over Times Square, you’ll be transported to a vacation state of mind with one bite of a Cheeseburger in Paradise or a signature margarita.

For more than 25 years, musical landmark The Iridium has been hosting intimate experiences of the world’s best rock, jazz, blues, and beyond. The venue is back open as of March 2nd when jazz guitar great Mike Stern plays a four-night stand; folk revival pioneer Tom Rush plays March 10th and Jane Getter Premonition featuring Vernon Reid and “the fieriest frettboarding female ever to strap on a Stratocaster” will take the stage March 16th.

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The East Village has its own destination for eclectic, compelling music. The programming at Drom runs from jazz, rock, electronic, soul, and funk to international music. Look for a February 20th appearance by The New York School of Burlesque, high-energy ensemble work from The Silver Arrow Band (February 21st); and Turkish-Dutch jazz pop singer Karsu Dönmez March 18th-19th.

City Winery New York City at Hudson River Park brings together great bites, wine to match, Rising star Pat McGann is just one of the comedians you’ll find at Carolines on Broadway.

and views to remember. Enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner in City Winery’s restaurant and wine bar, where the food is is meant to be paired with a great glass of wine. They’re open every day but Monday with two stages hosting a stellar array of music and comedy.

We all deserve a laugh these days. Gotham Comedy Club brings in the hottest comics nightly. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld and David Chappelle have been known to drop in on this upscale, intimate setting in Chelsea. There are touring pros and ensemble nights like The Gotham All-Stars.

Craig Robinson has done tons of films and standup but he’s best known as Daryl Philban from The Office. You can find him live March 10th-13th.

Another comedy legend not to be missed is Carolines on Broadway. This Times Square institution has been presenting the best in live comedy since 1982, with nightly shows that run from established greats to stars of the future in the Breakout Artist Comedy Series. NYC cult comedy hero Big Jay Oakerson performs February 18th-20th; Aida Rodriguez (Last Comic Standing) is in town February 24th-26th; Pat McGann brings his quick wit and relatable take on family life March 10th-12th; Comedienne, hostess, emcee, and actor Flame Monroe takes the mic March 10th-12th; and Mo Amer of the comedy troupe “Allah Made Me Funny” plays March 24th-26th.

PEOPLE EAT FOODIES DINE OUR CUSTOMERS

INDULGE Get back to City Winer y for delicious food, award-winning wines and world class music .

Indulge Your Senses ®

25 11 TH AVE. AT HUDSON RIVER PARK • CIT Y WINERY.COM/NEW YORK

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“ONE OF THE TOP TEN PLACES IN THE COUNTRY TO SEE STANDUP.” - USA Today

BIG JAY OAKERSON

February 18–20

FLAME MONROE

March 17–19

AIDA RODRIGUEZ

February 24–26

MO AMER

March 24–26

PAT MCGANN

March 10–12

JEFF GARLIN

March 29–31

“THE FIRST NAME IN COMEDY” To purchase tickets visit

www.carolines.com

1626 Broadway (49 - 50 Sts.) | NYC

208 West 23rd St. (7th & 8th Aves) New York, NY 212.367.9000 visit our site for upcoming shows

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NIGHTLIFE LEGEND

OUR NIGHTLIFE SECTION lists venues alphabetically, with neighborhood icons next to each listing.

FD Financial District

MD Meatpacking District

T Tribeca

MW Midtown West

C Chinatown

ME Midtown East

LES Lower East Side

TD Theater District

SH SoHo

TS Times Square

LI Little Italy

UES Upper East Side

GV Greenwich Village

UWS Upper West Side

EV East Village

H Harlem

CH Chelsea

EH East Harlem

GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB CH

208 W. 23rd St. (7th-8th Aves.), 212-367-9000, gothamcomedyclub.com

Whether it’s the perfect date night, an evening with the boys, a girls night out, or even a good place to take your mother-in-law, Gotham has a show for you. Not only are you guaranteed great laughs from top-tier professionals, but with delicious pub food, a huge liquor selection--including 30 kinds of vodka--and an actual wine list, this club has you covered for all occasions. Legends like Jerry Seinfeld are known to drop in on this upscale yet intimate setting. Covers vary depending on show with 2-beverage minimum.

HARD ROCK CAFE TS CAROLINES ON BROADWAY TS 1626 Broadway (49th-50th Sts.), 212-757-4100, carolines.com

Presents up and coming comedic talent and national acts seven nights a week. In addition to top headlining comedians, the club also features emerging talent, live podcasts, and improv and sketch comedy. Forty years after it first opened as a cabaret, Carolines on Broadway has grown into one of the country’s top comedy brands, affirming its position as “The First Name in Comedy.”

CITY WINERY NEW YORK CITY CH

25 11th Ave. (15th St./Pier 57 in Hudson River Park), 646-751-6033, citywinery.com/newyork Indulge your senses at new flagship location in Hudson River Park, with intimate concerts, locally made wine, great food, and unforgettable events all under one roof. Live music or comedy can be found on one of the two stages every night of the week. Dine on the Hudson River waterfront in the Barrel Room and enjoy a wine-inspired, globally influenced, locally sourced menu. Sample wine made on premises in the tasting bar and enjoy special pricing on bottles to go in the on-site wine shop.

DROM EV

85 Ave. A (5th-6th Sts.), 212-777-1157, dromnyc.com

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From jazz and rock to electronic to soul & funk to international music, Drom is a beacon of diverse music in the East Village. “New York’s premier venue for world music” (Wall Street Journal) also features a bar, kitchen, and lounge area, in addition to the roomy main space. Live concerts are the strength here, with a myriad of other happenings including burlesque, film screenings, dance, DJs, and stand-up.

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1501 Broadway (43rd-44th Sts.), 212-343-3355, hardrockcafe.com/location/new-york Rock your senses with tantalizing food and drinks and an awe-inspiring rock memorabilia collection. Priceless pieces from Elvis to The Beatles grace the walls along with more contemporary items. Recently opened Rock Shop features authentic Hard Rock merchandise.

THE IRIDIUM TS

1650 Broadway (51st St.) 212-582-2121, theiridium.com The Iridium is a musical landmark famous for intimate experiences of the best rock, jazz, and blues artists in the world. In addition to its consistent draw of legendary rock guitarists and jazz and blues musicians, The Iridium regularly showcases next generation talent spanning a variety of genres including folk, indie pop, alt rock, R&B, cabaret, and world music. Reopening in March!

MARGARITAVILLE NEW YORK TS 560 7th Ave. (40th St.), 212-221-3007, margaritavilleresorts.com

A touch of the tropics in the middle of the concrete jungle. While looking out over Times Square, you’ll instantly be transported to a vacation state of mind with one bite of a Cheeseburger in Paradise, an order of Volcano Nachos, or any of their signature islandinspired dishes. This two-story tropical oasis also features signature margaritas, along with a wide selection of cool concoctions.

SUGAR BAR UWS

254 W. 72nd St. (Broadway-West End Ave.), 212-579-0222, sugarbarnyc.com Famed singing duo Nick Ashford & Valerie Simpson opened this mecca of fine dining and nightly live entertainment in 1996. Enjoy Southern-accented American fare like pork chops, crispy chicken, seafood stew, and fried catfish, or chill at the lively bar scene. Intimate and elegant with the feel of an old country village.

Tues.-Sat. from 3pm, Sun. from noon.

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HOW TO DO

DOWNTOWN

BY EVAN LEVY As the song once urged us, “Things will be great when you’re downtown.” This still holds true, so head south to the bottom of Manhattan and one of the liveliest neighborhoods in the city.

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Even if the weather is still on the chilly side, there’s plenty to keep you occupied.

No need to keep your feet on the ground— venture up, to One World Observatory.

It’s touted as “An experience above,” and it certainly is—you’ll go straight to the 102nd floor, the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. The observatory takes up the top three floors and getting there is half the fun—you’ll take a Sky Pod elevator, which climbs 102 floors in 47 seconds. Once there, the view of the city and surrounding areas is unparalleled. Feeling brave? Step onto the Sky Portal, a glass disc that shows real-time footage of the streets below.

The sky’s the limit—Helicopter Flight Services can whisk you away on a helicopter

flight with your choice of six different tours. The 12–15 minute New Yorker Tour highlights New York Harbor and an up-close look at the Statue of Liberty, while the longer Ultimate Tour takes you up the Hudson River to view the George Washington Bridge and the breathtaking New Jersey Palisades. And if you’re looking for river

Above: Views of lower Manhattan aboard Statue City Cruises. Right: Battery Park at sunset. Far right: The impressive rotunda of the National Museum of the American Indian. Cover: Breathtaking views from every angle at One World Observatory.

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views, Statue City Cruises will get you out on the water, including the only way to access the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration.

For another aquatic experience, a visit to the aquarium-themed Sea Glass Carousel in Battery Park offers a dream-like escape

The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, right nearby, honors the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, and Feb. 26, 1993; as well as the survivors and those who risked their lives to help others. (Couple looking at a quilt in the National 9/11 Memorial Museum).

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History fills the streets of The Seaport. for both adults and kids. The ride’s 30 iridescent sea creatures and spiraling pavilion (reminiscent of a chambered nautilus) transport visitors to an underwater world—if only in your imagination. Tip: A nighttime ride offers the addition of incredible illumination.

From there, head to the Seaport District, where you can take to the river aboard the tall ship Wavertree or the light ship Ambrose (they’re docked, for all you landlubbers), both part of the South Street Seaport Museum.

You can also explore galleries and shops and stop for a snack or meal. Choose from such offerings as Malibu Farm, for farm-to-table dining; the Tuck Room, which offers an eclectic menu with a wide selection of beer and cocktails; and Funny Face, for decorated iced sugar cookies.

Two other downtown museums are also worth the trip: The Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the Holocaust educates and enlightens visitors about Jewish life before, during, and after the Holocaust. Permanent exhibits include Andy Goldsworthy’s Garden of Stones, a living memorial garden of trees growing from boulders; they were planted by the artist 66

and Holocaust survivors and their families.

Visitors can also make appointments to view items in the museum’s collections, including diaries, heirloom Sabbath candlesticks, and musical instruments, as well as audio and video testimonies by Holocaust survivors and liberators.

Another must-visit museum in the area, the National Museum of the American Indian, is home to one of the largest collections of Native American arts and artifacts in the world—over 800,000 objects representing more than 12,000 years of history. The museum offers both special and permanent exhibitions, including the ongoing “What Makes New York a Native Place,” which introduces the Native regions in the area.

And downtown New York is home to numerous sites of historical importance: Trinity Church and its churchyard, where Alexander Hamilton is buried; the tiny Stone Street, one of the oldest streets in the city; and Bowling Green Park, the oldest park in NYC. Because as forward-thinking as New York is, understanding its past is just as important as looking ahead to its future.

Downtown--everything’s waiting for you!

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COVID POLICIES

New York takes COVID and health seriously and as a result you will find the city safe and welcoming. Note: you will likely be asked for proof of vaccination before you’re allowed indoors. NYC rules require proof of at least one shot for entry inside, and that includes gyms, museums, theatres, cinemas, arenas, and restaurants. The “Key to NYC” program also requires that people working in these places be vaccinated, so you can go in with reassurance—the city’s push for safety has helped accelerate its recovery from the pandemic. IDs are being checked to confirm a match between vaccine information and individuals. Kids ages 5-11 have been added to the list of those required to show proof of vaccination; younger children are exempted.

Acceptable proofs of vaccination include a CDC Vaccination Card; an NYC Vaccination Record or other official immunization record; the NYC COVID Safe App; the CLEAR Health Pass; or New York State’s Excelsior Pass. If your proof is a paper card, photocopies or digital images are permitted.

If you have not been vaccinated, you can still enjoy outdoor dining and other out-ofdoors explorations around the city. Masks are required on subways and buses and at press time for other indoor activities. (When eating and drinking masks can be removed, of course.) Expect to see the majority of New Yorkers complying with mask recommendations and most venues to carefully confirm your vaccination status.

VACCINATION AND MASK POLICY FOR BROADWAY SHOWS The owners and operators of all 41 Broadway theatres will require vaccinations for audience members, as well as performers, crew, and theatre staff, for all performances at least through April 30th, 2022. Masks will be required for audiences inside the theatre, except while eating or drinking in designated locations. “Fully vaccinated” means the performance date must be at least 14 days after the second dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine, or at least 14 days after a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine. Children between the ages of 5 and 11 are now required to show full proof of vaccination to attend theatre as well, in line with the new city mandate. For international guests two doses of any “mix and match” combination of an FDA or WHO approved COVID-19 vaccine are acceptable; find the latest updates at broadwayleague.com/covid-19-updates.

GIVING CREDIT Page 22: Andy Warhol (American, 1928–1987). Raphael Madonna-$6.99, 1985. Acrylic and screenprint on linen, 156 1/4.

116 in. (396.9 . 294.6 cm). The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh; Founding Collection, Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc., 1998.1.358. © 2021 The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. / Licensed

by Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York.

Page 28: Hans Holbein the Younger, Simon George of Cornwall, ca. 1535–40. Mixed technique on panel, diam: 31 cm (12 3/16 in.) Frankfurt am Main, Städel Museum, 1065.

Page 29: Gustav Klimt, Adele Bloch-Bauer I. Neue Galerie New York. Acquired through the generosity of Ronald S. Lauder, the Heirs of the Estates of Ferdinand and Adele Bloch-Bauer, and the Estée Lauder Fund.

Page 30: The Okavango Diamond Company; Vasily Kandinsky, Dominant Curve (Courbe dominante), April 1936 (detail).

Oil on canvas, 129.2 × 194.3 cm. Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, Solomon R. Guggenheim Founding Collection 45.989.

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