{"id":9188,"date":"2014-12-15T21:03:36","date_gmt":"2014-12-16T02:03:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cf-staging.takewalks.com\/blog2\/?p=9188"},"modified":"2024-11-08T07:32:52","modified_gmt":"2024-11-08T12:32:52","slug":"best-restaurants-times-square","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-restaurants-times-square","title":{"rendered":"Best Restaurants in Times Square"},"content":{"rendered":"
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“The Crossroads of the World,” Times Square. Photo: Jeff Dobbins<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Times Square is one of New York\u2019s must-see destinations and a very popular place to dine. For those staying in the area or catching a Broadway show, it is an ideal locale for a meal or snack. But finding the right eatery in Times Square takes some know-how \u2013 there are plenty of bland chain restaurants and tourist traps, and most restaurants are completely booked before and after Broadway performances.<\/p>\n

Here are our picks for the best restaurants in Times Square, along with some important practical advice for where and when to eat.<\/p>\n

IMPORTANT NOTE: Six days a week Times Square swells with crowds flocking to a Broadway performance. Before and after performances the district\u2019s restaurants are packed with theatergoers, who all need to arrive at the theater just before curtain. Without a reservation (booked well in advance) you will likely be turned away from most eateries. Even if you get a table, without adequate time your meal will likely be a hurried and stressful experience as the kitchen and staff push to serve everyone on the same schedule. We advice:<\/p>\n