Our recs for restaurants, bars, and cafes near the venue. We'll have dinner and an open bar at the reception, but in case you're looking for a snack or drink ahead of the ceremony.

787 Coffee (our favorite)

Chelsea Market

Hole in the Wall

John Doe

La Pecora Bianca

Maman

Mustang Harry's

Olde City

Oscar Wilde

Our New York

Pergola

The Fleur Room

The Grey Dog

The Smith

Vin Sur Vingt

Madison Square Park is a quick walk from Midtown Loft & Terrace. MSP offers views of the Flatiron and Empire State Buildings, green spaces to relax, and is surrounded by restaurants and coffee shops. On the outskirts of the park, you'll find The Lego Store, Harry Potter New York, The FRIENDS Experience, Eataly, flagship shopping, and more.

About a 15 minute walk from Midtown Loft & Terrace, Bryant Park is a green oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of Midtown. On any given Saturday in September, there are tons of things to see, do, and eat in BP.

While not as close as Bryant or Madison Square Parks, Central Park is an iconic NYC spot to spend a Saturday. Dan also popped the question here, so how could we not mention it?

The Empire State Building is a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. With observatories on the 86th and 102nd floors, guests can enjoy sweeping views of NYC, including the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, Central Park, and more.

The Feast of San Gennaro, aka NYC's Italian Festival, will run from Thursday, September 12 through Sunday, September 22 in New York's Little Italy neighborhood. Sample some of the best Italian eats in the city, catch live music and, of course, see the world-famous cannoli eating competition.