Best restaurants nearby Times Square and Midtown (walkable picks)
If you want walkable restaurant options while staying at Margaritaville Resort Times Square, start with the resort’s on-site venues—Margaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar, LandShark Bar & Grill, Joe Merchant’s Coffee & Provisions, License to Chill Bar, and the rooftop 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar—which cover breakfast through late-night drinks. The hotel sits steps from Times Square, Broadway and Midtown dining streets, so you can walk out the door and find many more Midtown and Theater District restaurants within a few blocks.
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Why choose on-site dining for a walkable meal
If you’re staying at Margaritaville Resort Times Square, its on-site restaurants remove the need to step far from your room. All venues are open to hotel guests and outside visitors, and several offer breakfast, lunch, dinner or late-night options.
On-site options let you use hotel amenities—return to your room (for example, a Premium Room, 1 King Bed or a Suite, with Sofa bed) between activities—and they handle large groups or families without coordinating reservations across town.
- Margaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar: flagship two‑story venue serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (7:00 AM–12:00 AM).
- LandShark Bar & Grill: poolside dining on the 6th floor (11:00 AM–10:00 PM).
- 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar: rooftop cocktails and light bites (hours vary; see venue site).
- License to Chill Bar: indoor-outdoor lounge with craft cocktails (daily 10:00 AM–10:00 PM).
- Joe Merchant’s Coffee & Provisions: coffee and quick snacks (hours vary by source).
| Venue | What to expect | Typical hours (source varies) |
|---|---|---|
| Margaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar | American/Caribbean menu; signature items like Cheeseburger in Paradise, coconut shrimp, fish tacos | Daily 7:00 AM–12:00 AM |
| LandShark Bar & Grill | American/coastal, poolside ordering, seafood, burgers, cocktails | Daily 11:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar | Rooftop cocktails and light bites, skyline views | Sun–Fri 4:00 PM–12:00 AM; Sat 2:00 PM–12:00 AM (venue site) |
Best picks for breakfast and quick starts
Breakfast at the resort is a la carte and not included with room rates. LandShark Bar & Grill and Margaritaville Restaurant serve morning options; Joe Merchant’s Coffee & Provisions covers coffee, baked goods and quick snacks.
If you need to be at a matinée or an early meeting, a quick stop at Joe Merchant’s or getting coffee to-go from the lobby cafe is the most time-efficient choice.
- Expect cooked-to-order breakfast items priced a la carte (breakfast is not complimentary).
- Weekend breakfast hours reported from 7:30 AM–11:00 AM on some sources; check the venue for current times.
- If you’re in a hurry, grab coffee and a pastry at Joe Merchant’s to take with you.
| Venue | Good for |
|---|---|
| Joe Merchant’s Coffee & Provisions | Grab-and-go coffee, pastries, light snacks |
| LandShark Bar & Grill | Casual sit-down breakfast by the pool (a la carte) |
| Margaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar | Full menu breakfast in a two-story dining room |
Poolside and rooftop for casual lunches and cocktails
For relaxed daytime lunches or a late-afternoon cocktail with a view, LandShark Bar & Grill (6th floor) serves poolside food and lets guests order from lounge chairs. The rooftop 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar (31st–32nd floors) focuses on craft cocktails and light bites in a multi-level setting.
License to Chill Bar on the 5th floor provides an indoor-outdoor lounge with Times Square views and an outdoor terrace with fire pits; no reservations are required there. Dining at the hotel does not automatically grant access to the rooftop pool—you need hotel pool access or a day pass/cabana rental when offered.
- LandShark Bar & Grill is beside the heated 6th-floor rooftop pool and seats about 110 guests.
- 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar spans the 31st and 32nd floors and lists specific weekday and weekend hours on its site.
- License to Chill Bar is a 75-seat indoor-outdoor bar open daily (no reservations).
| Venue | Location | Pool access |
|---|---|---|
| LandShark Bar & Grill | 6th floor (poolside) | Pool access reserved primarily for hotel guests; dining alone does not grant pool access |
| 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar | 31st–32nd floors (rooftop) | Rooftop cocktails and skyline views; separate rooftop venue hours apply |
| License to Chill Bar | 5th floor indoor-outdoor lounge | No pool access tied to bar visits |
Where to eat before or after Broadway shows
The hotel sits steps from Broadway and Times Square, so pre- or post-show dining can be on-site or on nearby Midtown streets. Margaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar and the License to Chill Bar both accept in-person guests and can work for a quick meal before curtain.
Because Times Square and the Theater District have a dense mix of restaurants, you can step outside for many additional choices. We do not list off-site restaurant names here; ask the concierge for current local theater-district recommendations and up-to-date reservation help.
- Margaritaville Restaurant’s hours run into late night, which can help after evening performances.
- Reserve tables when possible—Margaritaville Restaurant & Tiki Bar and LandShark Bar & Grill encourage reservations.
- The hotel concierge can suggest specific nearby restaurants and help with reservations for the Theater District.
| Tip | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Make a reservation | On-site flagship and poolside venues recommend reservations, especially on busy nights |
| Ask the concierge | They can suggest neighborhood spots and help book a table near your show time |
| Plan time for transportation | Times Square is outside the door, but allow time to reach your theater and be seated before curtain |
Practical tips and room-related dining info
Dining is not included with room rates: the property charges a mandatory nightly resort fee that covers Wi‑Fi, priority pool access and other amenities but does not cover meals. If you want breakfast included, check third-party packages or add breakfast at the time of booking where available.
When you return to your room after dinner, rooms such as a Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed or a Standard Room offer in-room coffee included via the resort fee; Joe Merchant’s and room service options are available according to the hotel’s current offering.
- Resort fee is charged separately from the room rate and includes two bottled waters daily and in-room coffee.
- Contactless check-in and mobile room access are available if you prefer minimal lobby time.
- If you have mobility needs, accessible dining options and wheelchair-accessible routes are available in the property; ask the hotel for specifics.
| Room detail | Useful for dining plans |
|---|---|
| Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Close to rooftop and high-floor views when returning after dining out |
| Suite, with Sofa bed | Extra living area to relax after meals; good for families |
| Standard Room | Basic in-room amenities; in-room coffee included via resort fee |
