GREAT FOOD & DRINK Before & After our shows, classes, corporate team building events, Times Square & Hells Kitchen NYC

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We have folks from around the world visiting our shows, classes and corporate team building activities. We serve food and drinks (one or two drink minimum for most public shows) but if you are looking for a great meal, or just a neighborhood bar before or after the show, here are our picks.

In general, east of us is more touristy; west is more local. In all directions there are amazing options for any budget and taste buds.

Hide-Chan Ramen

Right next door at 314 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019, many of our regular students and guests have lunch at this so much more than a noodle shop. Expending menu has Poke, Sushi apps, and amazing sake selection. Try the Bonito broth and a sake flight. Perhaps more casual than most on this list, but the quality, service and atmosphere is great. The bar can also be a fun hang out for a small group.

Turkuaz – Midtown

Two doors down at 255 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019 Turkuaz – Midtown is a fusion between authentic Turkish cuisine and Mediterranean flavors, served in an ethnic ambiance. Turkuaz opened in the fall of 2000 with a vision of creating Upper West Side’s finest authentic Turkish cuisine experience.

Pick A Bagel

Every student, cast member and regular of ours knows about Pick a Bagel, on the corner at 891 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019. For many of our corporate events, we have the lunch catered from our fave breakfast spot in the neighborhood. Our clients love their platters of wraps and salads. The only downside? This place is famous and often the line is out the door. BUT they have a system that will amaze you. You may struggle to find a seat, but if looking for some bagels, salads, sandwiches, cookies, fruit, etc etc etc THIS is the place to grab and go!

Da Tommaso Ristorante

Just around the corner at 903 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, this Northern Italian restaurant features waiters in white tuxedos serving great food and wine.

Norma Hell’s Kitchen Gastronomia Siciliana

On the opposite end of the street at 801 9th Avenue, New York, NY 10019, Norma is a classic pizza, pasta and wine bar, great salads too! On warmer days we usually sit outside for a truly European street cafe experience.

Alfie’s Kitchen & Craft Beer Bar

Just a cross from Norma at 800 9th Ave, New York, NY 10019, Alfie’s is the go to beer and finger food spot. Possibly the best apps in the neighborhood including raw bar options.

THE PALM – Steakhouse

Less than 5 minutes away at 250 W 50th St, New York, NY 10019, The Palm is a classic destination for theater goers and corporate teams. We have actually performed there, and the Wall Street location for various events.

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Just 2 block East, 10 minute walk, at 40 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019 is a fun treat for any office gathering. In fact we have performed at this location as well as their Inner Harbor, Baltimore location for past events.

THE NEW YORK WAY

Or might we recommend, especially if a smaller group, do the New York thing. Leave our show, walk west (turn right upon leaving our theater). At the end of the block is 9th Avenue. From 42nd street and maybe a couple blocks north of our club at 53rd, there are dozens of hidden gems of every cuisine. Walk around, read some menus, see who can seat you right away, etc. I have never had a bad meal with this plan, and made many life time memories with friends and family!

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