Restaurants and dining near New Amsterdam Theatre

How to use this dining guide for New Amsterdam Theatre

New Amsterdam Theatre sits on West 42nd Street in New York’s Times Square area, with dozens of places to eat within a few minutes on foot. This page focuses on named restaurants, cafes, and bars close to the theatre so you can decide where to eat before or after your event. Distances are approximate walking distances from the theatre. Because opening hours, wait times, and reservation policies change frequently, check each spot directly for current details before you commit to a plan.

Restaurants within about 100 meters of the theatre

Several restaurants are effectively around the corner from New Amsterdam Theatre, which is useful if you want to minimize walking time on a busy show night. These spots are roughly within a 1–2 minute walk, based on mapped distances from the theatre.

• Red LobsterAbout 71 m away on West 41st Street, a seafood-focused restaurant very close to the theatre.
• Europa CafeRoughly 82 m away at 3 Times Square, a cafe-style option just north of the theatre.
• Bella vita tranttoriaAround 91 m away on West 43rd Street, near the block behind the theatre.
• Pink TacoApproximately 94 m away on West 41st Street, a Mexican restaurant a short walk south of the theatre.
• Carnegie PizzaAbout 99 m away at 200 West 41st Street, offering pizza close to the theatre.
• Brooklyn DeliRoughly 99 m away at 1501 Broadway, a deli-style restaurant just off Times Square.

Casual American Restaurants and Bars Near New Amsterdam Theatre

If you prefer American-style restaurants or places that also emphasize drinks and a bar atmosphere, there are several options within a short walk of New Amsterdam Theatre. These can work well if your group wants familiar dishes and a lively Times Square setting. Always confirm wait times and whether they accept reservations for your show date.

• Dave & Buster'sAround 102 m away at 234 West 42nd Street, combining an American restaurant with an amusement arcade.
• Applebee'sApproximately 115 m away on West 42nd Street, a national American restaurant chain close to the theatre.
• Hard Rock CafeAbout 115 m away at 1501 Broadway, an American restaurant just off Times Square.
• The CounterRoughly 121 m away at 7 Times Square, a burger-focused restaurant north of the theatre.
• Yard HouseAround 123 m away at 575 7th Avenue, an American restaurant within easy walking distance.
• Dallas BBQApproximately 130 m away at 241 West 42nd Street, specializing in barbecue-style dishes.
• MargaritavilleAbout 143 m away at 560 7th Avenue, a restaurant associated with the Margaritaville brand.
• Bubba Gump Shrimp CompanyRoughly 144 m away at 1501 Broadway, a seafood-oriented restaurant near Times Square.
• Printers AlleyApproximately 154 m away at 215 West 40th Street, a bar within a short walk south of the theatre.

Pizza, deli, and diner options within a short walk

If you want something straightforward before the show, several pizza, deli, and diner-style restaurants sit within roughly 150–160 meters of New Amsterdam Theatre. These can be helpful if you are walking in from nearby subway stops and want to grab a recognizable meal close to 42nd Street.

• Carnegie PizzaAbout 99 m from the theatre at 200 West 41st Street, focused on pizza.
• Brooklyn DeliRoughly 99 m away at 1501 Broadway, a deli-style restaurant near Times Square.
• Brooklyn DinerAround 149 m away at 155 West 43rd Street, a diner-style restaurant north of the theatre.

Japanese, sushi, and other international choices

If your group is interested in Japanese or other international cuisines, you will find several options within a few minutes on foot from New Amsterdam Theatre. These restaurants are close enough that you can finish your meal and still walk to the theatre without needing additional transportation.

• Haru SushiApproximately 111 m away at 229 West 43rd Street, offering Japanese and sushi dishes.
• OotoyaAbout 114 m away at 141 West 41st Street, a Japanese restaurant a short walk south of the theatre.
• Pink TacoRoughly 94 m away on West 41st Street, a Mexican restaurant near the theatre.
• Carmine'sApproximately 155 m away at 200 West 44th Street, an Italian restaurant north of the theatre.

Cafes and coffee near New Amsterdam Theatre

If you only need a coffee, a light bite, or a quick place to sit before heading into the theatre, there are several cafes and coffee shops within a short walk. These can be useful meeting points if your group is arriving from different subway lines or coming straight from work.

• Europa CafeAbout 82 m away at 3 Times Square, a cafe-style option close to the theatre.
• StarbucksApproximately 145 m away at 1500 Broadway, a coffee shop near Times Square.

What to double-check before you dine

Times Square restaurants can change hours, reservation practices, and seating arrangements with little notice. Before you finalize your pre-show or post-show plan near New Amsterdam Theatre, confirm each restaurant’s current opening hours for your date, whether they accept or recommend reservations, and how long they estimate for a typical meal at the time you plan to visit. If you are coordinating with an event at the theatre, also check your ticketed showtime and allow a buffer so that walking from your chosen restaurant to the theatre does not feel rushed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which restaurants are closest to the New Amsterdam Theatre?

Several restaurants are within roughly 100 meters of New Amsterdam Theatre. Nearby options include Red Lobster on West 41st Street, Europa Cafe at 3 Times Square, bella vita tranttoria on West 43rd Street, Pink Taco on West 41st Street, Carnegie Pizza at 200 West 41st Street, and Brooklyn Deli at 1501 Broadway. All of these are a very short walk from the theatre, so they are practical choices if you want to stay close to 42nd Street before or after your event.

Are there cafes or coffee shops near New Amsterdam Theatre?

Yes. Europa Cafe at 3 Times Square is about 82 meters from New Amsterdam Theatre, and Starbucks at 1500 Broadway is roughly 145 meters away. Both are within a few minutes on foot and can work if you want coffee or a lighter stop before heading into the theatre.

Where can I find pizza close to New Amsterdam Theatre?

Carnegie Pizza at 200 West 41st Street is about 99 meters from New Amsterdam Theatre and focuses on pizza. Brooklyn Deli at 1501 Broadway is also nearby and offers deli-style fare. Both are within a short walk of the theatre and convenient if you prefer a straightforward meal near 42nd Street.

Is there Japanese or sushi dining near New Amsterdam Theatre?

Haru Sushi at 229 West 43rd Street is approximately 111 meters from New Amsterdam Theatre and offers Japanese and sushi dishes. Ootoya at 141 West 41st Street is another Japanese restaurant roughly 114 meters away. Both are close enough to walk to the theatre comfortably after your meal.

How should I plan timing between my restaurant and show at New Amsterdam Theatre?

Use the walking distances as a guide and then add extra time for paying your bill and navigating busy sidewalks around Times Square. For example, many restaurants listed within about 100–150 meters of New Amsterdam Theatre are only a few minutes away on foot, but you should still build in a buffer so you can reach the theatre, pass through entry procedures, and find your seat without rushing. Check your show’s curtain time and your chosen restaurant’s current practices directly before finalizing your plans.

Can I rely on restaurant information near New Amsterdam Theatre without checking directly?

You should always verify key details directly with any restaurant near New Amsterdam Theatre, including opening hours, reservation availability, and how long they expect a typical meal to take at your planned time. The restaurants listed here are confirmed nearby options with approximate walking distances, but individual operations can change, especially in a busy area like Times Square.