Restaurants and dining near Imperial Theatre - NY

How to use this dining guide before your show

Imperial Theatre. NY sits on West 45th Street in the Broadway Theater District, surrounded by restaurants, pubs, cafes, and dessert spots within a few minutes on foot. This guide focuses on places close enough that you can finish a meal and still walk to the theater without needing transit. Distances listed here are approximate walking distances from the theater. Because hours, menus, and reservation practices change, always confirm current details directly with the restaurant before you go.

Very close options within about 100 meters

If you want to eat practically around the corner from the theater, these spots are all roughly a one- to two-minute walk away. That can be helpful if you are meeting people near curtain time and do not want to factor in a longer walk through Times Square crowds.

• Playwright Celtic PubAbout 74 m away on 8th Avenue; a pub-style spot close enough to reach quickly from the theater.
• John's PizzaRoughly 75 m away on 8th Avenue; a nearby pizza option for a straightforward pre-show meal.
• StarbucksAround 78 m away on Broadway; convenient for coffee or a light bite on your way to the theater.
• Sugar FactoryAbout 80 m away on 8th Avenue; a confectionery-focused cafe within a short walk.
• The View Restaurant & LoungeApproximately 87 m away at 1535 Broadway; an American restaurant and lounge close to Times Square.
• Junior'sRoughly 92 m away on Broadway; a nearby restaurant known in the area for full meals and desserts.
• China RiverAbout 97 m away on West 44th Street; a Chinese restaurant just a block from the theater.
• John's PizzeriaApproximately 101 m away on West 44th Street; another pizza-focused option very close to the venue.

Pizza, Italian, and casual sit-down choices nearby

Several restaurants within a short walk offer pizza or Italian dishes, which can make it easier to share plates and keep timing predictable before a show. These are close enough that you can keep an eye on the clock without worrying about transit delays. Because this part of Midtown can be busy before evening performances, consider checking wait times and whether they accept reservations directly with the restaurant.

• John's PizzaAbout 75 m from Imperial Theatre. NY on 8th Avenue; a straightforward pizza option near the venue.
• John's PizzeriaRoughly 101 m away on West 44th Street; an Italian-category restaurant with a focus on pizza.
• Bond 45Approximately 108 m away on West 46th Street; listed as an Italian restaurant a short walk north of the theater.
• Carve Café & PizzaAbout 111 m away on West 45th Street; combines a cafe setup with pizza and is very close to the venue.
• Mama's PizzaRoughly 129 m away on 8th Avenue; categorized as a pizza restaurant not far from the theater.
• Trattoria TrecoloriAround 145 m away on West 47th Street; an Italian restaurant within a few blocks.

American restaurants, taverns, and pubs within walking distance

If you prefer American-style menus or a bar-and-grill setting before the show, there are several options close to West 45th Street. These can work well if your group wants familiar dishes and the option to order drinks alongside a meal. Walking times are only a few minutes, but allow extra time on busier nights to navigate the sidewalks.

• The View Restaurant & LoungeAbout 87 m away at 1535 Broadway; categorized as an American restaurant and lounge near Times Square.
• Junior'sRoughly 92 m away at 1515 Broadway; a nearby restaurant in the Times Square area serving American-style meals and desserts.
• Smith's BarApproximately 123 m away on 8th Avenue; an American restaurant and bar within a short walk.
• Roxy DinerAbout 116 m away on West 44th Street; a restaurant option just south of the theater.
• Revel & RyeRoughly 136 m away at 1535 Broadway; a restaurant inside a nearby hotel complex.
• Guy’s American Kitchen & BarApproximately 144 m away on West 44th Street; an American restaurant near the Times Square attractions.
• Glass House TavernAbout 145 m away on West 47th Street; a restaurant that many theatergoers may find convenient before or after shows.

Cafes, coffee, and lighter options near the theater

For a quick meet-up, a light snack, or a coffee before you take your seat, there are several cafes close to Imperial Theatre. NY. These can be useful if you already have a main meal planned elsewhere but still want a place to regroup near the venue.

• StarbucksAround 78 m away at 1535 Broadway; a coffee shop close to Times Square and the theater.
• Sugar FactoryApproximately 80 m away on 8th Avenue; a cafe and confectionery-focused spot for sweets and drinks.
• Carve Café & PizzaAbout 111 m away on West 45th Street; categorized as a cafe with pizza, very near the venue entrance.
• Bistro 46Roughly 127 m away on West 46th Street; a cafe option just north of the theater.

Planning your timing and what to double-check

Because Imperial Theatre. NY is in the busy Times Square area, walking between your restaurant and the venue can take a little longer than the raw distance suggests, especially close to curtain time. When you choose a place to eat, look not only at cuisine but also how far it is in meters, then add a few extra minutes for crowds and crosswalks. For any restaurant you pick, confirm its current opening hours, how long they typically serve food, and whether they take or recommend reservations, since those details can change independently of the theater’s schedule. If you plan to arrive close to showtime, consider choosing one of the spots within about 100 meters so that the walk to your seats is as straightforward as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

How close are restaurants to Imperial Theatre. NY?

Many dining options are within roughly 100 to 150 meters of Imperial Theatre. NY. Places like Playwright Celtic Pub, John’s Pizza, Starbucks, Sugar Factory, The View Restaurant & Lounge, Junior’s, China River, and John’s Pizzeria are all around 100 meters or less from the venue, with additional restaurants such as Bond 45, Carve Café & Pizza, Sardi’s, Roxy Diner, and Smith’s Bar only a few meters farther. That puts most meals just a short walk away, even when the neighborhood is busy.

What types of food can I find near Imperial Theatre. NY?

Within a few minutes on foot of the theater you can choose from pizza and Italian spots such as John’s Pizza, John’s Pizzeria, Bond 45, Mama’s Pizza, Carve Café & Pizza, and Trattoria Trecolori; American-style restaurants and taverns including The View Restaurant & Lounge, Junior’s, Smith’s Bar, Guy’s American Kitchen & Bar, Glass House Tavern, and Roxy Diner; Chinese food at China River; and several cafes and coffee shops like Starbucks, Sugar Factory, Carve Café & Pizza, and Bistro 46.

Is there somewhere nearby to grab just coffee or a quick snack?

Yes. Starbucks at 1535 Broadway is about 78 meters from the theater and offers coffee and cafe-style items. Sugar Factory on 8th Avenue, roughly 80 meters away, focuses on sweets and drinks. Carve Café & Pizza on West 45th Street and Bistro 46 on West 46th Street are also categorized as cafes and are within a short walk of Imperial Theatre. NY.

Where can I get pizza close to the theater?

Several pizza-focused places are nearby. John’s Pizza on 8th Avenue is about 75 meters from Imperial Theatre. NY, and John’s Pizzeria on West 44th Street is roughly 101 meters away. Carve Café & Pizza on West 45th Street and Mama’s Pizza on 8th Avenue are also within about 150 meters, giving you multiple pizza options within a few minutes’ walk.

Do I need reservations for restaurants near Imperial Theatre. NY?

Reservation policies vary by restaurant, and this guide does not include live information on whether they are required or recommended. For any sit-down spot near the theater—such as Italian restaurants like Bond 45 or Trattoria Trecolori, or American restaurants like Glass House Tavern and Junior’s—it is best to check directly with the venue on the day of your show to confirm their current reservation practices and availability.