Restaurants and quick eats near Pod Times Square
Pod Times Square has two on-site food-and-drink venues: Serafina in the Sky (rooftop Italian restaurant, dinner service) and Bar 42 (lobby bar serving cocktails, snacks and an on-the-go breakfast). For more casual or late-night options, Midtown West around 42nd Street has many pizza counters, diners and coffee shops within a short walk.
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On-site rooftop dining — Serafina in the Sky
Serafina in the Sky is Pod Times Square's rooftop Italian restaurant offering indoor and alfresco seating with skyline views. It operates as an evening dinner venue with service hours in the early evening through late evening.
Typical published hours are Tuesday–Thursday and Sunday 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., and Friday–Saturday 5:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.; guests should check current hours with the hotel before planning a visit.
- Type: Italian rooftop restaurant
- Service: Dinner (indoor and alfresco seating)
- Hours (published): Tue–Thu & Sun 5–10 pm; Fri–Sat 5–11 pm
| When | Typical hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays (Tue–Thu) | 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Indoor and outdoor rooftop seating |
| Fri–Sat | 5:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Later weekend service |
| Sunday | 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Earlier close than weekend nights |
Lobby Bar and quick breakfast — Bar 42
Bar 42 is the hotel's ground-floor lobby bar that serves cocktails, snacks and an on-the-go breakfast for a surcharge. It’s the easiest option for a quick bite before heading out or for an evening drink without leaving the building.
Bar 42 also provides access to the Terrace where guests can take drinks outdoors. Exact hours vary, so ask the concierge or front desk for current opening times.
- Type: Lobby bar and terrace
- Food: Snacks, personal pizzas and on-the-go breakfast (for a fee)
- Atmosphere: Casual, suitable for a quick stop or pre-theater drink
| Service | When available | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| On-the-go breakfast | Morning (hours vary) | Available for a surcharge |
| Snacks & personal pizzas | Afternoon–evening (Tue–Sat noted) | Pizzoteca items served 1 pm–11 pm on some days |
| Cocktails | Evening | Lobby bar atmosphere; terrace seating possible |
Fast, casual and late-night picks nearby
The area around 400 W 42nd Street has many casual options within a short walk: pizza counters, diners, coffee shops and grab-and-go sandwich spots. OTA listings identify nearby names such as Westway Diner, 2 Bros Pizza and Starbucks as off-site options within a minute or a few minutes' walk.
If you need something quick after a late show, several pizza-by-the-slice places and diner counters in Midtown West stay open late; check current opening times before you go.
- Common nearby types: pizza-by-the-slice, diners, coffee chains, delis
- Examples listed on OTA pages: Westway Diner, 2 Bros Pizza, Starbucks
- Best for: late-night snacks, quick breakfasts, fast casual meals
| Type | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Pizza counters | Quick slices and personal pies; many open late |
| Diners | All-day menus with breakfast and comfort food |
| Coffee shops | Grab-and-go drinks and pastries, morning rush options |
Dining when you’re heading to a Broadway show
Pod Times Square sits a few blocks from the Broadway theater district, so many guests pair dinner before a show with a walk to nearby theaters. Bar 42 can serve a quick pre-theater bite; Serafina in the Sky is an in-house dinner option if you prefer to stay at the hotel.
For full-service pre-show dining, Midtown has a wide selection of restaurants across price points; if you have a specific restaurant in mind, make reservations in advance on busy nights.
- Hotel options: Bar 42 (quick snacks), Serafina in the Sky (dinner)
- Neighborhood: Broadway theaters are roughly a few minutes' walk from the hotel
- Tip: Confirm restaurant hours and book ahead on theater nights
| Plan | What works at the hotel |
|---|---|
| Quick pre-show snack | Bar 42 for on-the-go items and cocktails |
| Full dinner before a show | Serafina in the Sky rooftop (dinner service evenings) |
| Late-show snack | Nearby pizza counters and diners in Midtown West |
Family-friendly dining notes
Pod Times Square is family-friendly and welcomes children of all ages; both Serafina in the Sky and Bar 42 are described as suitable for families. Queen Pod and Bunk Pod Room guests commonly use these venues during their stay.
If you are traveling with young children, the hotel can provide a crib/cot free of charge for children aged 0–2 in certain rooms; ask the front desk about high chairs or family seating options at the restaurants.
- Hotel dining: family-friendly (children welcome)
- Crib/cot: free for ages 0–2 (request at front desk)
- Rooms named for reference: Bunk Pod Room, Pod Room
| Need | Hotel resource |
|---|---|
| Crib for infant (0–2) | Provided free of charge per night (request) |
| Casual child-friendly meals | Bar 42 snacks and quick pizzas |
| Sit-down family dinner | Serafina in the Sky rooftop restaurant (dinner service) |
Practical tips — hours, reservations and the front desk
Hours for Serafina in the Sky and Bar 42 are published but can change; call the hotel or ask the concierge for the latest times. Pod Times Square offers a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff who can confirm dining hours or make reservations.
Remember the hotel charges a nightly facility fee that covers in-room internet and domestic phone calls; if you use the concierge to call restaurants or make reservations, confirm any charges in advance.
- Ask the 24-hour front desk to confirm restaurant hours and to make reservations.
- Facility fee covers Wi‑Fi and domestic calls; ask what the concierge may charge for booking services.
- If you need late-night food, nearby pizza counters and diners are commonly open late in Midtown.
| Who to contact | What they can help with |
|---|---|
| Front desk / concierge | Confirm hours, make dinner reservations, request crib/cot |
| Bar 42 staff | On-the-go breakfast, snacks, cocktail service, terrace access |
| Serafina in the Sky | Dinner reservations and rooftop seating requests |
