A date plan
Date · Midtown · Adventurous · $
Start with wine and charcuterie at an intimate wine bar, move to an elegant French steakhouse with rooftop views, then finish with craft cocktails under the stars.
Midtown · $$ · Wine bar · Bar
Vin Sur Vingt is the kind of intimate wine bar that makes you feel like a regular on night one. The rotating French selections pair beautifully with their bistro bites—order the charcuterie and settle in for a glass of something you've never tried before.
~1.5 mi — consider a cab or the subway. From Vin Sur Vingt to The Consulate: You're moving uptown and deeper into Midtown—stay on Broadway and notice the neighborhood shift toward the Theater District's grand, old-New York energy.
Midtown · $$$ · French restaurant · Brunch restaurant
The Consulate elevates the steakhouse experience with a raw bar, French flair, and that rare Midtown magic: actual romance. Their oyster selection and classic French preparations feel like a culinary adventure without leaving the city—dress up for this one.
~0.8 mi — consider a cab or the subway. From The Consulate to Elsie: It's a quick hop west; as you walk, you'll feel the vibe ease from fine dining formality into the relaxed buzz of a rooftop scene—perfect for winding down without leaving the night behind.
Midtown · Lounge bar · Bar
Elsie's rooftop wraps your night in style, with craft cocktails and Manhattan views in an indoor-outdoor space that shifts beautifully as the evening cools. Order something seasonal and toast to an adventurous night well spent.