Things to do in New York City

Want to know how to make your stay in New York this October even more memorable? We've put together some documents that will help guide you through the city, so you can be sure to have a list of great events and locations to visit once the conference breaks each day. Click on each link below to be taken to the appropriate section.

         

                    Performing Arts                           Museums                 Cocktail Lounges           Restaurants

 

Performing Arts

Performing arts festivals and events happening during the conference:

Comprehensive guide to the arts in New York City:

  • NYC Arts – The Complete Guide: a resource provided by Alliance for the Arts. Search by types of things to do, neighborhood, calendar or organization.

Other Web sites with multiple venue and performance/event listings:

Theatre info and tickets (primarily Broadway, Off-Broadway & Off-Off-Broadway):

Discount tickets for Broadway and Off-Broadway:

Click here to download a more inclusive list of performing arts venues and events. Special thanks to Gail Fuller and Claire Baralt for compiling this list.

Museums

The following museums have given Communications Network Conference attendees free admission; this can be gained by showing your conference badge.

Click here to download a more detailed list of museum hours and locations.

Cocktail Lounges

Special thanks to Michael Remaley for compiling this list.

 

Restaurants

There are literally hundreds, if not thousands, of great restaurant choices all over New York City. The ones listed a below are just a few favorites within walking distance of the Ford Foundation, in an area called “East Midtown.” For more restaurant ideas around the city, you can consult Yelp, Zagats (subscription required), or New York City Search, or ask a New York Host Committee Member!

Price Range Key:  $ Cheap, $$ Moderate, $$$ Expensive, $$$$ Very Expensive

American

  • Ben and Jack’s Steakhouse: 219 E. 44th St. Opened by alumni of Peter Luger’s. ($$$$)
  • Django: 480 Lexington Ave @ 46th St. Upscale, modern take on Greek and American. ($$$)
  • Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant: Grand Central Terminal @ 42nd St.  Great chowders and seafood in subterranean space with vaulted ceilings. ($$$)
  • Metrazur: Grand Central Terminal. Charlie Palmer restaurant on the East Balcony overlooking Grand Central Station. ($$$)
  • Palm 1 & 2: 837 and 840 2nd Avenue between 44nd and 44th Sts. Original Palm steakhouse, opened in 1926. ($$$$)
  • Rare Bar and Grill: 303 Lexington Ave @ 37th St. Rooftop bar with cityline views and good burgers on the ground floor. ($$)
  • Smith & Wollensky: 797 3rd Ave @ 49th St. A New York City classic, upscale steakhouse. ($$$/$$$$)
  • Sparks: 210 E 46th Street between 2nd and 3rd Aves. Old school steakhouse and the  infamous site of mobster "Big Paul" Castellano's murder. ($$$$)

Asian

  • Boi: 246 E. 44th St near 2nd Ave. Good and reasonably priced Vietnamese. ($$)
  • Chiam: 160 E. 48th St near Lexington Ave. Elegant but inexpensive Chinese. ($$)
  • Chin Chin: 216 E. 49th St. near 3rd Ave. Elegant Chinese. ($$-$$$)
  • Menchenko-Tei: 131 E 45th Street between 3rd and Lexington Aves. Inexpensive home-made Japanese ramen and noodle dishes. ($$)
  • Sakagura: 211 E 43rd St, Basement #1, between 2nd and 3rd Aves. Japanese with extensive sake list and good soba. ($$$)
  • SEO: 249 E 49th Street @ 2nd Ave. Small and cozy popular Japanese restaurant. ($$$)
  • Shun Lee Palace: 55th St near Lexington Ave. NYC classic serving upscale Chinese. ($$/$$$)
  • Sushi Yasuda: 204 E. 43rd St, near 3rd Ave. Among the top ranks for sushi in NYC. ($$$)

French

  • Le Bateau Ivre: 230 E. 51st St near 3rd Ave. Good wines and small French plates. ($$)

Greek

  • Avra: 141 E 48th Street between 3rd and Lexington Aves. Upscale Greek seafood with outdoor seating. ($$$)

Indian

  • Bukhara Grill: 217 E 49th Street @ 2nd Ave. Upscale Indian. ($$)

Italian

  • Alto: 11 E. 53rd St near 5th Ave. High-end, sophisticated Italian. ($$$$)
  • Cibo: 767 2nd Ave. (between 41st & 42nd). Business clientele, crowd pleasing Italian/American fare. ($$$$)
  • Convivio: 45 Tudor City Pl at 42nd St. ($$$)
  • Osteria Laguna: 209 East 42nd St near 3rd Ave. Tuscan fare, good pastas and wine. ($$$)
  • Pizza Rustica: 817 2nd Ave @ 44th St. Good pizza, mostly takeout. ($)

Mexican

  • Mama Mexico: 214 E 49th Street between 2nd and 3rd Aves. Upscale Mexican, extensive tequila list. ($$$)
  • Pampano: 209 E 49th Street @ 2nd Ave. Mexican Seafood. ($$$)
  • Rosa Mexicano: 1063 1st Ave @ 58th St. Upscale Mexican food, great pomegranate margaritas. ($$/$$$)

Spanish

  • Alcala: 342 E 46th St between 1st and 2nd Aves. Basque and tapas cuisine in a comfortable brownstone restaurant. ($$$)
  • La Fonda del Sol: 200 Park Ave @ MetLife Building. Good tapas and sangria near Grand Central. ($$$)

 

Click here to download an alphabetical list of these restaurants. Special thanks to Katie Zutter and Albert Chung for compiling this list.