THE Upper
west Side
A Distinctive
Neighborhood
The Upper West Side: where life finds its rhythm. Whether it’s picking up a morning coffee from a local café, enjoying a cozy brunch, or spending an afternoon exploring Central Park’s verdant paths, the neighborhood possesses a charm that’s uniquely New York City.
Tree-lined streets blend seamlessly with brownstones and high-rise buildings, creating the backdrop for life that’s enveloped in cultural and culinary offerings as well as plenty of casual conveniences.
The Upper West Side at your fingertips – click for our neighborhood guide featuring residents’ favorites.
A Distinctive Neighborhood
The Upper West Side: where life finds its rhythm. Whether it’s picking up a morning coffee from a local café, enjoying a cozy brunch, or spending an afternoon exploring Central Park’s verdant paths, the neighborhood possesses a charm that’s uniquely New York City.
Tree-lined streets blend seamlessly with brownstones and
high-rise buildings, creating the backdrop for life that’s enveloped in cultural and culinary offerings as well as plenty of casual conveniences.
The Upper West Side at your fingertips –
click for our neighborhood guide featuring residents’ favorites.
Food & Drinks
- 1. Covacha
- 2. Pig and Khao
- 3. Tatiana
- 4. Jean-Georges
- 5. El Fish Marisqueria
- 6. Sushi Kaito
- 7. Cafe Luxembourg
- 8. Eléa
- 9. Essential by Christophe
- 10. Levain Bakery
- 11. Zabar’s
- 12. PIER I CAFÉ
- 13. Sarabeth’s
- 14. Barney Greengrass
- 15. Old John’s
- 16. Bad Roman
- 17. Nice Matin
- 18. The Mermaid Inn
Culture
- 1. American Museum of Natural History
- 2. Beacon Theatre
- 3. Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
- 4. The New York Historical
- 5. West Side Comedy Club
- 6. AMC Lincoln Square 13
- 7. Delacorte Theater
- 8. Kaufman Music Center
Shopping
- 1. Grand Bazaar NYC
- 2. Frank Stella
- 3. Liana
- 4. Darryl’s
- 5. Bocnyc
- 6. Westsider Rare & Used Books
- 7. Le Petit Kids
- 8. Greenstones
- 9. Poetry Of Material Things
- 10. Runaway Poppy
- 11. Happy Kangaroo
- 12. Citarella
- 13. Fairway
Fitness & Wellness
- 1. Barry’s
- 2. Orangetheory Fitness
- 3. SoulCycle W77
- 4. Heatwise Yoga
- 5. SLT
- 6. Momentum Fitness
- 7. Equinox Sports Club New York
- 8. CrossFit Spot
- 9. Pure Barre UWS
Parks
- 1. Central Park
- 2. Riverside Park
Conveniently Located
- 1. Morton Williams
- 2. The UPS Store
- 3. Chase Bank
- 4. Just for Dogs
- 5. Apple Store
- 6. Tower West Cleaners
- 7. Boutique Barbershop
- 8. Blo Blow Dry Bar
Food & Drink
From cozy cafés to Michelin-starred restaurants, the Upper West Side is a culinary haven offering endless options for every palate and occasion.
Food & Drink
From cozy cafés to Michelin-starred restaurants, the Upper West Side is a culinary haven offering endless options for every palate and occasion.
Culture
Home to iconic institutions like Lincoln Center and the American Museum of Natural History, the Upper West Side is where creativity and inspiration thrive.
Culture
Home to iconic institutions like Lincoln Center and the American Museum of Natural History, the Upper West Side is where creativity and inspiration thrive.
Shopping
Charming boutiques, gourmet markets, and iconic retailers line the streets, ensuring everything you need is always within reach.
Shopping
Charming boutiques, gourmet markets, and iconic retailers line the streets, ensuring everything you need is always within reach.
Fitness & Wellness
Stay active and refreshed with local gyms, yoga studios, and wellness centers – or take your workout outdoors to one of the nearby parks.
Fitness &
Wellness
Stay active and refreshed with local gyms, yoga studios, and wellness centers — or take your workout outdoors to one of the nearby parks.
Parks
With Central Park and Riverside Park as your backyard, enjoy peaceful moments, weekend picnics, and the best of outdoor living close to home.
Parks
With Central Park and Riverside Park as your backyard, enjoy peaceful moments, weekend picnics, and the best of outdoor living steps from home.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
Find out about what’s happening on the Upper West Side.
Find out about what’s happening on the Upper West Side.
NYC’s Central Park has been without a pool for years — but that’s about to change (New York Post)
A massive, free city pool will open at the northern tip of Central Park Friday after years of construction — and following a record-breaking heat w...
Kossar’s Opens Second Location on Upper West Side (I Love the Upper West Side)
After receiving a tip from a reader that an Upper West Side Pick-A-Bagel location had been converted into a Kossar’s Bagels & Bialys last week.
The Best Restaurants On The Upper West Side (The Infatuation)
The Upper West Side doesn’t always get the restaurant credit it deserves. But there’s never been a better time to eat in the neighborhood.
Summer on the Hudson Returns in Riverside Park for 2025: Check Out the Free UWS Events (West Side Rag)
The Riverside Park Conservancy’s Summer on the Hudson is back for its 23rd year, with nearly 400 free events scheduled from May through October.
Upper West Side Italian Restaurant Named to Michelin Guide (West Side Rag)
Last week, an Upper West Side Italian restaurant was among the new additions to the Michelin Guide for New York
The Best Restaurants on the Upper West Side | Vogue
The Best Restaurants on the Upper West Side | Vogue
There’s a new star at the American Museum of Natural History
There’s a new star at the American Museum of Natural History, and he or she is about 150 million years old.
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan on Tuesday announced that the philanthropist Laurie M. Tisch, its founding board chair, has donated $50 million ...
Danny Meyer-backed ice cream upstart Salt & Straw opens its first NYC location
Danny Meyer-backed ice cream upstart Salt & Straw opens its first NYC location on Friday, September 20, on the Upper West Side.
