Where to Eat Before a Game or Show at Madison Square Garden

A visit to Madison Square Garden, renowned for hosting concerts by celebrated artists like Billy Joel, Harry Styles, and Madonna, alongside Knicks and Rangers games, is hard to surpass.  Just a brief walk away, is a vibrant neighborhood offering everything you'd want from drinks, to dinner or a quick bite.  Here's a taste of what awaits you before or after your visit to The Garden:

Pre-Game Drinks: 

Kick off your evening at Bronx Brewery, where you can taste a selection of craft beers paired with an enticing array of burritos, bowls, and nachos. It's the ultimate way to raise a toast to what promises to be an unforgettable night at the World's Most Famous Arena.

Delicious Bites Before or After the Big Concert

These recommendations will get you game time ready or keep the celebrations going after the final buzzer.

Mercado Little Spain is a destination all on its own, with tapas bars, Sangria Hour specials and kiosks serving everything from gazpacho to churros and chocolate. 

O’Toole’s Way offers inventive pub fare and a drink menu of classic cocktails, pints and wine. 

Dinner Get-Together Before at The Garden

Catch up with friends before the main event.  Start with dinner at a selection of dining experiences at Hudson Yards.

Enjoy a Japanese-inspired menu at the sexy and stylish hotspot BondST featuring many of the signature dishes and Hudson Yards menu-exclusives such as the wagyu ribeye steak.

Visit Greywind for a culinary showcase by James Beard Award-nominee Chef Dan Kluger, featuring locally sourced, seasonally-driven dishes using bold, unexpected flavors.

Queensyard sets the stage for a perfect prelude to an evening offering seared atlantic salmon, braised baby back ribs, and a welsh cheddar burger with an ample amount of bacon. Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere while enjoying picturesque views of Vessel and the Public Square and Gardens. 

While at Queensyard, make time to visit Rose Room, a first-ever Espresso Martini Bar offering a luxurious fusion of flavor and ambiance. Discover a curated cocktail menu featuring five unique espresso martinis, including jaw-dropping garnishes. The cocktails are crafted to pair perfectly with truffle fries — amongst a garden-like atmosphere of 4,000 real preserved roses from Flux de Fleur, perfect before your visit to The Garden itself.