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Morgan’s Best of the Upper West
After four years of living and performing in Lincoln Center, these are my favorite spots. Perfect for pre or post concert bites. From bougie dinner to divey late night bar spots, choose your mood.
14 places

El Mitote
Bar · New York, NY
The BEST (and strongest) frozen margs on the UWS. Head there for happy hour before a show.

Vanguard Wine Bar (Upper West Side)
Bar · New York, NY
Cute wine bar close to 72nd st. I’ve been told it’s a great first date spot.

Cafe Fiorello
Bar · New York, NY
$$$ and classy. This is a “take your parents out to dinner” spot if you’re trying to show them the best of NYC.

Magnolia Bakery
Shop · New York, NY 10023
Classic sweet treat spot if you want a cupcake or banana pudding to prolong your date.

The Gin Mill
Bar · New York, NY
For a late night drink to continue your night out at a super casual/ semi-divey but safe bar.

Rosa Mexicano
Bar · New York, NY
Three words: table side guac. Perfect place for dinner pre-concert.

Jake's Dilemma
Bar · New York, NY
A sister bar to the Gin Mill, also a laid back late night drink spot.

Dizzy's Club
Bar · New York, NY
If you want THE BEST view of Columbus circle and Central Park as well as hear the best jazz musicians in NYC, head to Dizzys for a late night set.

Il Violino
Bar · New York, NY
Humble but delicious Italian food that is a staple on the UWS.


The Smith
Bar · New York, NY 10023
Brunch, lunch, dinner- The Smith has a bit of everything for the eager performance goer.

The Hungarian Pastry Shop
Shop · New York, NY
Admittedly this one is closer to Columbia University, but if you can get there in the morning, these pastries are world class.

P.J. Clarke's Lincoln Square
Bar · New York, NY
Keep it simple and get the burger or tomato soup. Steps away from Lincoln Center.

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
Bar · New York, NY
World class venue where you can see all the best performances in NYC.
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