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While Midtown West is best known for tourist traps, there are plenty of other great places to visit in the area that fly under the radar. Turn to this list for our top picks of places to check out!
Mexican Restaurant · Theater District · 394 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Everything here is amazing, especially the black truffle quesadilla, guacamole trio, and the carne asada tacos. Wash it all down with a delicious margarita, and you've got the perfect Mexican meal.
1260 Avenue of the Americas (at W 50th St), New York, NY
Concert Hall · Rockefeller Center · 391 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Take a tour of this beautiful and historic music venue daily from 11am-3pm. During the holidays, you simply must go to the Christmas Spectacular…Rockettes all the way!
1775 Broadway (btwn W 57th & W 58th St), New York, NY
Dessert Shop · Theater District · 45 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: We love coming here for a quick Croque Monsieur and a hot Cappuccino. We'd also finish it off with a delicious pastry, especially the Lemon Tart.
Halal Restaurant · Theater District · 890 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Known for the best halal in the city, we love to come here for the chicken and gyro combo with white sauce. The portions are huge, so don't feel obligated to finish the whole thing!
The Corcoran Group: Justin Timberlake’s place lives up to the hype with delicious baby back ribs and mac n’ cheese – even if it’s on the pricey side. It’s usually crowded, so you might as well wait at the bar.
Breakfast Spot · Theater District · 311 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: This is the perfect place to go to satisfy your inner sweet tooth. Bring a date and split the ‘wa-za’, a fruit filled Belgium waffle covered with raspberry hollandaise sauce, bananas and blueberries.
The Corcoran Group: A tourist destination that charges $3 to split a sandwich. Still…it’s worth it once you dive into their giant pastrami sandwich served in a hot minute.
Seafood Restaurant · Theater District · 161 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Enjoy a Blue Fin, Yellowtail Roll and a bowl of Lobster Bisque in a relaxed atmosphere with a casual, sophisticated and mature crowd.
1221 Avenue of the Americas (at W 49th St), New York, NY
Steakhouse · Theater District · 339 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Very fancy steakhouse where you might be seated next to any Fortune 500 CEO. The steak is cooked perfectly and the service is exceptional.
Ramen Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 584 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Tiny restaurant, so expect long lines. However, you’ll be rewarded with a delicious ramen broth. Try the Chicken Ramen and the Char Su Pork Ramen, which is blowtorch charred right in front of you.
Burger Joint · Hell's Kitchen · 447 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Definitely get the Original 5 Napkin Burger. Make sure you ask for EXTRA napkins if you’re wearing anything nice. Also try the Steak Frites and The 5N Kobe Beef Foot Long Dog! This place is ALWAYS
Sandwich Spot · Hell's Kitchen · 153 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: We love to come here for some of the best (and biggest) breakfast sandwiches in the city. Get the Jeff, or if you're not a fan of their amazing Portuguese pancetta, get the Pavia, which is also great!
French Restaurant · Theater District · 310 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Ben Chekroun is the dining room manager and an important person to know when trying to land a reservation at this highly sought-after restaurant.
Sushi Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 167 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: If you feel like splurging on the most amazing Sushi, go with the Omakase. The restaurant is small and the service can be a little spotty.
Japanese Restaurant · Central Park · 71 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Well deserving of its three Michelin stars, you'll be hard-pressed to find any sushi that can top Masa's. While it's extremely expensive, you're paying for an unforgettable culinary journey.
Music Venue · Hell's Kitchen · 310 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: This is one of the largest venues for live music in NYC, so it can get quite crowded – think lines galore. The acoustics are ok, but they do get great headliners.
240 Central Park S (at 59th St & Broadway), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Theater District · 356 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Stunning setting for this great seafood themed restaurant right on Central Park South. Our picks? The octopus fusilli, dover sole or veal ravioli are all delicious
History Museum · Hell's Kitchen · 347 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: If you get the chance, attend a concert or a movie screening on the deck of this amazing museum. It’s magical. We also love exploring the insides of this historical gem.
Farmers Market · Hell's Kitchen · 41 tips and reviews
The Corcoran Group: Fresh produce delivered daily – and the prices are so low, you’ll be in disbelief. Go early in the day for the best selection. They take credit/debit cards.