Midtown West spans from the neon of Times Square to the gleaming towers of Hudson Yards, with Hell's Kitchen's restaurant scene threaded throughout. It's not a neighborhood for those seeking quiet, but for those who want to be at the absolute center of Manhattan's action, there's no better address. Broadway theaters, Penn Station, and more transit options than anywhere else in the city converge here.
What It's Like Living Here
Living in Midtown West requires embracing intensity. Times Square's crowds thin as you move west toward the Hudson, and the residential streets of Hell's Kitchen offer surprisingly livable blocks. The restaurant scene on Ninth Avenue and Restaurant Row delivers quality without downtown pretense. Transit is unmatched: Penn Station, Port Authority, and nearly every subway line mean you can get anywhere fast.
The neighborhood has evolved significantly with Hudson Yards, adding high-end retail and dining to what was once purely industrial. For furnished apartment stays, this central location makes sense for business travelers and those on temporary assignments who prioritize convenience over neighborhood character. The downside is that the area never fully quiets down.
Best For
- •Business travelers who need maximum transit access
- •Theater industry professionals
- •Those who work in Midtown and want to walk to work
- •People who travel frequently (Penn Station, Port Authority)
Things to Know
- •Times Square crowds are a daily reality
- •Street noise is significant, especially on avenues
- •Less neighborhood character than residential areas
- •Tourist density affects everyday errands
Commute Times from Midtown West
Local Tips
Hell's Kitchen has better restaurants than Times Square at half the price
The High Line starts at 34th and runs south through Chelsea
Penn Station has a hidden Amtrak lounge for ticket holders
Ninth Avenue between 42nd and 57th has the best food variety
The Essentials
Grocery
- Whole Foods
- Westside Market
Coffee
- Blue Bottle
- Stumptown
- Think Coffee
Dining
- The Smith
- Ippudo
- Carmine's
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