Napa & New York Guides
Per Se sits at the southwest corner of Central Park, above one of the best-connected transit hubs in Manhattan. The surroundings make a full evening easy to build.
By The Reservation Desk Editorial Team · Published January 26, 2025 · Last updated · 5 min read
Enter Central Park at Merchants' Gate and walk north — twenty minutes gets you past the Sheep Meadow and back with an appetite. In winter, the shopping complex below the restaurant is the warm alternative.
Lincoln Center is a short walk north for a matinée, though an evening performance will not fit around a full tasting menu.
Columbus Circle is served by several subway lines directly beneath the building, which is faster than a car on almost any evening.
The restaurant is on the fourth floor; use the dedicated lifts rather than walking up through the retail levels.
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