A date plan
Date · Midtown · Fun & Playful · $$
An afternoon of playful games, craft cocktails, and sweet treats in the heart of Times Square.
Midtown · $$$ · Bowling alley · Grill
Lucky Strike Times Square is where upscale meets playful—think sleek lanes, neon glow, and the satisfying crack of pins falling while you sip craft cocktails. It's got the energy of a night out but the fun-loving vibe of an arcade, making it the perfect romantic playground for an afternoon date.
~7 min walk (0.3 mi). You'll notice the energy shift as you leave Lucky Strike's buzzy arcade for VALERIE's more intimate, retro-styled cocktail space—but both are firmly in Times Square, so the walk is quick and easy.
Midtown · $$$ · Cocktail bar · Bar
VALERIE is retro cool without trying too hard, with brass details and tile accents that feel like stepping into a stylish time capsule. Pair elevated cocktails with small bites in a space that's got just the right amount of vintage charm to make you both feel a little giddy.
~7 min walk (0.4 mi). Le Parisien Bakery is just a few blocks away on West 46th Street; when you step inside, you'll feel like you've slipped away from the Midtown rush into a quiet, cozy corner.
Midtown · $ · Coffee shop · Bakery
Le Parisien Bakery brings a touch of Parisian romance to the Midtown afternoon—grab a pastry and espresso (or their wine selection, if you're feeling it) in an intimate, old-world setting. It's the kind of sweet finish that feels effortlessly elegant.