MIDTOWN WEST, NYC

Midtown West is a separate entity from Times Square. Head towards the Hudson and get something a little bit quieter and a lot more local. Here you can find restaurants all along 9th Ave where there's everything from southern flare (yes, I said flare..not just fare!) at Southern Hospitality to French-Thai fusion at Breeze, to authentic Brazilian at Rice and Beans , or opt for a wittily named slice of pizza at Two Boots. Then stroll even further to view the beautiful brownstones and hang out in the hidden parks. You'd like it here gypsies.

In the area of Midtown West also called Clinton

Also known as Hell's Kitchen

There are plenty of taxis around!

Chillin at Two Boots

Benches, basketball courts, playground, all in one

Art in the park

Nothing like sitting on the stoop

Photography: Seun Babalola