La Bonne Soupe is a cozy little bistro in mid-town – just perfect for solo dining or a casual dinner with a colleague. You walk down the stairs into a small dining room that’s bursting with energy. (Note: There’s seating upstairs too with choice seats on a small balcony outside …

Bryant Park is a lovely Mid-town Manhattan oasis between 5th and 6th Avenue and 42nd and 44th Street. It’s lovely to just walk through, or there are numerous tables and chairs scattered throughout the park if you want to unwind with a goody from one of the 4 ‘wichcraft kiosks …