Best Restaurants Near Al Hirschfeld Theatre

Glass House Tavern is located at 252 W. 47^th Street in the heart of Times Square. Open until 11pm Sundays, 12am Tuesday and Wednesday, and 1am Thursday - Saturday. Closed Mondays. They offer a warm space with both pre- and post-show dining options.

“The service is excellent, welcoming and friendly. The atmosphere is lovely. The food is not only delicious but their plating is exquisite. They pair flavors that leave you yearning for more.” –Anne H.

Sugar Factory is located at 694 8^th Avenue, one block away from John Golden Theatre. Open until 12am Sunday – Friday and until 1am Saturday. This family-friendly destination is known for its colorful décor and delicious sweets and treats.

“This place is a Great Vibe with delicious food & over the top desserts. If you want to celebrate something this is the place for it. Service is good the staff dances and makes you feel super special.” –Rula K.

5 Napkin Burger is located at 630 9^th Avenue at the corner of west 45^th street, on the same block as the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Open 10am – 10:30pm Sunday - Tuesday and 10am – 11:30pm Wednesday - Saturday. This is the place to be for juicy burgers and craft beer.

“The service was friendly and prompt! A great spot for lunch before a matinee!” – Bernadette G.

Westway Diner is located at 614 9^th Avenue, about one block from Shubert Theatre. Open 7am – 10pm daily. They serve classic diner food, like their famous chicken waffles, in a cozy environment for fantastic prices.

“Loved it!!! Seating, service, and food is SO QUICK without compromising interaction or food/dish quality.” – Sasha M.

Bocca di Bacco is located at 635 9^th Avenue, convenient to the Paramount Times Square Hotel. Open from 12pm – 10pm Sunday – Thursday and from 12pm – 11pm Friday – Saturday. The menu features farm to table Italian cuisine and a stellar wine list. 

“The service was spectacular, it's a cute vibe in a great location, and the food was SO good.” – Linzy D.

Daniela Trattoria is located at 728 8^th Avenue, an eight-minute walk from Neil Simon Theatre. Open from 11:30am – 8:30pm Monday – Friday, 8am – 9pm Saturday, and 8am – 8pm Sunday. In addition to traditional Italian dinner fare, they also serve breakfast and brunch.

“The food was great! Service was good, vibes were on point, all-in-all it was a great before-Broadway show kind of dinner.” –Tessa M.

Marseille is located at 630 9^th Avenue in the heart of the theatre district in New York. Open until 10pm Sunday to Tuesday, 11pm Wednesday to Saturday. The leisurely charm and ambience of Paris is paired with great service and delicious French cuisine. 

“Our server was wonderful, providing suggestions and guidance which we were all thrilled with. After all the appetizers I chose to go with the spring risotto as my main dish and added some shrimp for a little protein-it was cooked perfectly!” –Joi C.

Chez Josephine is located at 414 W. 42^nd Street, perfect for those heading to a Broadway musical. Open daily from 11am – 12am. This Parisian bistro, opened as a tribute to Josephine Baker, offers live piano music and an eclectic menu. Check out the Chez Josephine website for a list of upcoming concerts and events.

“At Chez Josephine it is always a gourmet experience. From the impeccable wait staff service to the carefully planned seasonal menu.” –Carla F.

Obao is located at 647 9^th Avenue, one of many Asian restaurants near the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Open 11:30am – 11:00pm Sunday – Thursday and 11:30am to 12am Friday – Saturday. The menu focuses on Vietnamese and Thai comfort foods with a twist.

 “The pho was perfect, wonderful combination of flavors and the short rib was a delicious and decadent touch. We left full and happy.” –Crystal G.

DD Soup Dumpling is located at 690 9^th Avenue, central to Ninth Avenue’s many restaurants. Open from 12pm – 11pm daily. They’re known for their delicious soup dumplings and lively atmosphere.

“AMAZING DUMPLINGS!!! I can't say it louder. The best I've had.” –Liz M.

Ari Sushi is located at 402 W. 44^th Street in Midtown Manhattan. Open until 10pm Sunday – Thursday and until 10:30pm on Friday and Saturday. They don’t take reservations, but their service is quick and the sushi is always fresh.

“All the rolls were super delicious! My fave was Alaskan but they all melted in your mouth and you could tell the ingredients were very fresh. Highly recommended.” –Gaiane A.

Le Sia is an Asian Fusion restaurant located at 651 9^th Avenue. Open until 11:30pm on Monday – Saturday and until 10pm on Sunday. The chef combines classic Louisiana Cajun flavors with traditional Wok techniques.

“We had a big group of 10 people and the food came out fast and tasty!” –Khanh H.

The Stinger is located at 300 W. 44^th Street in the InterContinental New York Times Square Hotel, perfect for a post-Broadway show drink. Open daily from 7am to 12am. Enjoy the cozy and sophisticated atmosphere while enjoying a craft cocktail and a snack from their small bites menu.

“This bar and lounge was warm, welcoming, and upscale. The staff was friendly, extremely well trained, and very knowledgeable.” –Tamara E.

Dutch Fred’s is located at 307 W. 47^th Street, a short walk from the Al Hirschfeld and from the Walter Kerr Theatre and Longacre Theatre. Open until 2am Sunday – Wednesday and until 3am Thursday – Saturday. This 1910s-style bar and lounge offers craft cocktails and a menu of classic bar food favorites.

“The staff was so welcoming and friendly. It was the perfect spot to enjoy a relaxed dinner with some very good food.” –Krista M.

The Brazen Tavern is located at 356 W. 44^th Street, and is open until 1am daily. Part rustic American tavern and part sports bar, this is the place to be for classic American fare and great cocktails.

“It's clear to me that the Brazen Tavern is the best choice in the immediate area for a drink and some tasty American food.” –Tim O.

Lilly’s Craft and Kitchen is located at 675 9^th Avenue in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen. Open until 4am daily, which makes it perfect for both pre- and post-show dinner and drinks. This charming tavern combines signature cocktails with elevated comfort food.

“Had brunch before the theatre today at Lilly's. Very cool ambiance from early 1900's. Good variety on the menu but Lilly's adds its own twist. Their fried potatoes were crispy and super good. We would definitely go back.” –Leah S.

Vanilla Gorilla Café is located at 332 W. 44^th Street. This artisan coffee shop is open daily from 7am to 7pm.

“Vanilla Gorilla Cafe was cute and convenient.” –Jasmyn G.

St. Kilda Coffee is a small coffee shop and bakery located at 328 W. 44^th Street. Open until 6pm Sunday – Tuesday and until 8pm Wednesday – Saturday.

“The perfect little coffee shop right outside of our hotel.” –Nicole H.