Things To Do
Sarabeth's
Sarabeth's is an upscale, contemporary American restaurant known for brunch and more. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the week, as well as weekend brunch with a full bar and specialty cocktails. Located on 59th street between 5th and 6th avenues - a short 5-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House.
Serafina Italian Restaurant Broadway
Italian restaurant serving quality pizza and pasta. Open Sunday through Thursday 7am-10pm & Friday - Saturday 7am-11pm. Located at the Dream in Midtown on 55th Street between 7th and Broadway Avenues. The restaurant is a short 5-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House.
BG
BG Restaurant is located on the Seventh Floor of the famous Bergdorf Goodman department store on the corner of 58th Street and 5th Avenue - a short 10-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House. They are open for lunch Monday – Saturday from 11:30am – 6pm and Sunday from 11:30am – 5pm. The restaurant features a picturesque setting with sweeping views of Central Park and quality lunch dishes including their famous Gotham Salad.
Magnolia Bakery - Central Park South
One of our favorite bakeries in Manhattan. Try their world-famous bread pudding, cakes, and cupcakes. Located on Broadway between 58th Street and Central Park South. Open 8:00am - 10:00pm Sunday - Thursday and 8:00am - 11:30pm Friday - Saturday. The bakery is a short 5-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House.
Darling
Rooftop lounge located on the 47th floor of the Park Lane Hotel on Central Park South between 5th and 6th Avenues. This bar has a great ambience and fantastic selection of cocktails and indulgences. Darling is open from Tuesday through Thursday from 5PM to 12AM and Friday to Saturday from 5PM to 1AM. There is a limit of 2 hours per party per reservation for table seating on the Terrace. There is a minimum spend of $75 per person per table. Reservations can be made via Resy. They accept visitors in the Indoor Bar area for standing room and table seating on a first come basis.
The Plaza Food Hall
The Plaza Food Hall is located on the concourse level of the Plaza Hotel. It offers a collection of fine food purveyors, as well as counter-style dining options. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Shops include Epicerie Boulud, Payard Patisserie, Vin sur Vingt, Luke's Lobster and many more. The Plaza Hotel is located on the corner of Central Park South and 5th Avenue - a short 10-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House.
THE PALM COURT
The Palm Court is an upscale restaurant located in the lobby level of the famous Plaza Hotel. The restaurant is open for Breakfast, Afternoon Tea and Evening Cocktail services every day from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. The Plaza Hotel is located on the corner of Central Park South and 5th Avenue. It is a short 10-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House.
JG Melon
J. G. Melon is an upper-east side staple known for its famously juicy hamburgers, cottage fries, and bloody marys. The restaurant is cash only and does not accept reservations. Located on the northeast corner of 3rd Avenue and 74th Street, which is a ~10-minute uber/taxi ride from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House.
King Cole Bar
Indulge in specialty cocktails and canapés at the sleek and upscale King Cole Bar. The elegance and grandeur of early 20th-century NYC are celebrated in this historic bar. Located on the lobby floor of the St. Regis Hotel on 55th Street between Madison and 5th Avenues - a short 5-minute uber/taxi or 15-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House. Open everyday from 4:00 - 11:00pm.
Monkey Bar
Famed NYC Restaurant located in the iconic Hotel Elysee on 54th Street between Park and Madison Avenues - a short 5-minute uber/taxi or 15-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House. Open every day for Lunch, Dinner and Cocktails. Brunch is served on Saturday & Sunday: 11:45am-2:30pm.
Angelo's Coal Oven Pizzeria
Fantastic, authentic Italian pizza and cuisine. Located on 57th Street between 6th and 7th Avenues - a short 5-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House.
Nobu Fifty Seven
Japanese restaurant with high quality sushi and seafood. Located on 57th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues - a short 5-minute walk from New York Athletic Club and JW Marriott Essex House.