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NYC TV & Film locations guide
Top 8 locations in Midtown East, New York
byJulia S
Live update: Updated August 9, 2021Copy link
Copy link1. Magnolia Bakery (Grand Central)
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2. TAO Uptown
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Emy MooreThanks in some part to Sex and the City , Tao has become one of Manhattan’s most iconic restaurants. For the four ladies it was the place to go. It was also the scene of the world’s most uncomfortable double date with Carrie and her jazz musician and Big and his model. Source: http://vivalifestyleandtravel.com/new-york/arts-and-culture/list/sex-and-the-city-new-york
3. Tiffany & Co.
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanThis swanky location was made famous by the Hepburn 1961 classic Breakfast at Tiffany's. The flagship location on Fifth Avenue is must-see for any cinephile and Hepburn fanatic. So put on your best diamonds, grab a breakfast sandwich and gawk at the expensive jewels in the windows. Sex and the City: Trey MacDougal proposes to Charlotte in front of Tiffany's and they pick out "the most beautiful ring they have." Source: https://www.mic.com/articles/180865/your-self-guided-tour-to-the-top-10-movie-and-tv-filming-locations-in-nyc
4. Cafe Grumpy
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanRay and Hannah work at the Greenpoint Grumpy as baristas and it becomes a regular spot on the show. Thanks to the exposure from Girls, Café Grumpy now serves their brew to grumpy coffee-enthusiasts at eight locations all around the City. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
5. The Monkey Bar
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanFeatured on Sex and the City, Gossip Girl, and Mad Men, this old fashioned, vintage bar has hit the trifecta, and definitely aims to please. Source: https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/television/15-iconic-nyc-spots-from-your-favorite-tv-shows
6. Grand Central Oyster Bar & Restaurant
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Julia SGo slurp some oysters down at this historic restaurant where Don and Roger dine for lunch in season 1, episode 7. And if you’re feeling even more adventurous, hop on a MetroNorth Hudson line train to Ossining and reenact Don’s commute home from work in Mad Men’s very first episode. Source: https://nyulocal.com/the-mad-men-fans-guide-to-new-york-city-3f80bc8cb7e
7. Lotte New York Palace
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanMany scenes were shot outside the Palace, a temporary residence for the Van der Woodsens’ and home for the Bass’s during seasons 1 and 2. The 5-star hotel sits in midtown Manhattan directly across from the beautiful St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Source: https://www.themiradorian.blog/blog-posts/2017/8/9/tour-nycs-13-most-memorable-tv-show-filming-locations
8. P.J. Clarke's
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanDidn't catch this restaurant's specials during Mad Men Dining Week? PJ Clarke's holds more significance to Mad Men than just that week. Here is where the younger Sterling Cooperites celebrated Peggy's writing achievement. Source: https://guestofaguest.com/new-york/television/15-iconic-nyc-spots-from-your-favorite-tv-shows
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