Kevin N. 
Moving to Midtown? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite Midtown Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Bloomberg (731 Lexington Ave, New York): The global publisher of financial news and data calls Midtown home. Their HQ has a high-floor terrace with direct views of the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building.
- SUMMIT One Vanderbilt (45 E 42nd St, New York): Take your sightseeing to new heights with three levels of immersive, multi-sensory experiences. Far from your average observation deck, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt was born out of the Instagram age.
- Le Rock (45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York): Indulge your inner Parisian at this classic French brasserie in a grand Art Deco setting—think seafood platters, pâtés, and plenty of au poivre sauce to go around.
- Empire State Building (20 W 34th St, New York): The Empire State Building was the first building in the world with more than 100 floors. It’s famous for its Art Deco architecture, height, and observation decks, which attract around four million visitors annually.
- Rudy’s Bar & Grill (627 9th Ave, New York): For a no-frills night out, Rudy’s is the place to be. This “Inflation-Proof” dive bar in Hell’s Kitchen serves cheap beer and throws in a free hot dog with every drink. Old-school, cash-only, and unpretentious.
- Ophelia (3 Mitchell Pl, 26th floor, New York): Located at the top of the Beekman Tower, this cocktail lounge has adorned its 360° greenhouse terrace with vintage glamour touches: think flapper hats, century-old tarot cards, and a red velour couch.
- Tavern on the Green (W 67th St, New York): Sometimes snubbed by New Yorkers for being clichéd, Tavern on the Green is charming nevertheless. Set in a romantic garden, it serves a hearty, rustic menu shaped by local, seasonal ingredients. Heads up: it’s about to become a bit less leafy due to the removal of a historic 160-year-old tree.
- The New York Times Company (620 8th Ave, New York): This 52-story skyscraper in Times Square serves as the headquarters for The New York Times and is ranked among the top 150 buildings in the U.S.
- Taste of Times Square: Get a taste of Midtown with over 25 restaurants dishing out Mexican, Caribbean, Argentinian, Italian, Indian, and American cuisine. As one of NYC’s longest-running food festivals, it’s a must for any foodie.
- BIG Salsa Festival New York: Memorial Day Weekend gets even hotter with this salsa and bachata festival held at the New York Hilton Midtown. Come for the technique boot camps, stay for the fun.
- JP Morgan Chase (270 Park Avenue, New York): JPMorgan Chase’s construction of a new 60-story global headquarters in Midtown East reflects the company’s loyal commitment to New York City.
- Times Square (Junction of Broadway, 7th Ave, and 42nd St, New York): Heart of the Broadway Theater District and one of the busiest pedestrian zones on the planet where 330,000 pedestrians pass through daily. With hundreds of glowing billboards, it’s so bright that astronauts can see it from space.
