Restaurants near 1 Hotel Central Park: reliable spots for every meal
1 Hotel Central Park’s on-site restaurant Jams covers most needs for every meal—breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch—with a lobby bar and in-room dining available daily. For quick coffee, lighter bites, or private events, the hotel’s lobby bar and Jams’ private-dining options handle most requests; the hotel is also steps from Central Park and Midtown restaurants if you want more variety.
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Jams — the hotel’s all-day restaurant
Jams is the on-site, all-day restaurant at 1 Hotel Central Park serving seasonal California-inspired American cuisine by Chef Jonathan Waxman. It operates for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch and includes indoor dining, an exposed-brick dining room and a greenery-lined patio.
Reservations are accepted and Jams also offers private-event space for larger groups. The restaurant follows a smart-casual dress code.
- Breakfast: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–11:15 AM; Sat–Sun (brunch) 7:00 AM–2:30 PM
- Lunch: Mon–Fri 12:00 PM–3:15 PM
- Dinner: Mon–Fri 4:00 PM–9:30 PM; Sat–Sun 3:30 PM–9:30 PM
- Bar hours: Sun–Tues 7:00 AM–10:45 PM; Wed–Sat 7:00 AM–11:45 PM
| Meal | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast / Brunch | Mon–Fri 7:00 AM–11:15 AM; Sat–Sun 7:00 AM–2:30 PM | Weekend brunch runs later on Saturdays and Sundays |
| Lunch | Mon–Fri 12:00 PM–3:15 PM | Midday seasonal plates and sandwiches |
| Dinner | Mon–Fri 4:00 PM–9:30 PM; Sat–Sun 3:30 PM–9:30 PM | Evening menu with main courses and shared plates |
Lobby bar and quick drinks
A lobby-floor bar associated with Jams serves drinks during the restaurant’s bar hours and is convenient for pre-theater cocktails or a late-night drink after sightseeing. The bar is on the ground floor and shares the hotel’s reclaimed-wood and greenery design elements.
Bar hours follow the Jams schedule (see previous section); managers can advise on cocktail lists, nonalcoholic options, and seating availability at busier times.
- Bar hours: Sun–Tues 7:00 AM–10:45 PM; Wed–Sat 7:00 AM–11:45 PM
- Good option for a quick drink before walking to nearby theaters, Carnegie Hall or Times Square
- Also a practical spot for a coffee or light snack between meetings
| Service | When to use it |
|---|---|
| Full cocktails and wine | Evenings and pre-theater gatherings |
| Coffee and light bites | Mornings and between-sightseeing stops |
| Grab-and-go items (when available) | Busy days when you need to head into Central Park or nearby museums |
In-room dining and private dining options
In-room dining is available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM, letting guests in any room type enjoy Jams’ menu without leaving their room. This includes standard rooms and suites such as Alcove King, Park View Room, Elm House Suite and Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite.
For private events, Jams offers private-dining arrangements for small groups and the hotel’s sales team manages larger events across multiple event spaces. Email contacts are available for private-dining requests and larger sales inquiries.
- In-room dining hours: daily 7:00 AM–9:30 PM
- Private dining (Jams) contact for 8–14 guests: CentralPark-FBLeaders@1Hotels.com
- Larger private events (15+ guests) inquiries: CentralPark-Sales@1Hotels.com
| Request | Who to contact / Note |
|---|---|
| Small private dining (8–14 guests) | Email CentralPark-FBLeaders@1Hotels.com |
| Larger private events (15+ guests) | Email CentralPark-Sales@1Hotels.com |
| In-room dining | Available daily 7:00 AM–9:30 PM via hotel services |
Dining with kids and dietary preferences
1 Hotel Central Park is family-friendly and children are welcome to dine at Jams; the hotel accommodates families staying in room types such as Alcove Jr. Suite, Studio Suite and Greenhouse 2 Bedroom Suite. The property’s public information confirms children of all ages are welcome.
Menus include vegetarian options and the hotel says it sources much of its food locally. If you have specific dietary needs (allergies, vegan requests), notify the restaurant or concierge when you make a reservation or at arrival.
- Children welcome at Jams; families can order in-room dining as well
- Vegetarian menu items and locally sourced options are available
- Contact Jams or the concierge ahead of time for allergy-sensitive preparation
| Traveler | Suggested option |
|---|---|
| Traveling with small kids | Brunch at Jams (weekends) or in-room dining for early meals |
| Vegetarian or plant-forward diet | Ask server for vegetarian/locally sourced dishes |
| Food allergy or special prep | Notify restaurant/concierge in advance |
Where to go if you want more variety
The hotel’s Midtown location on Avenue of the Americas puts you within easy walking access of Fifth Avenue shopping, Carnegie Hall, MoMA and many independent restaurants and cafés. If you want cuisines beyond Jams’ seasonal American menu, Midtown Manhattan offers a wide range of choices within a short walk.
Concierge can recommend nearby neighborhoods, make reservations and arrange deliveries. The hotel also offers a complimentary local car service within a limited radius for short trips around Midtown.
- Nearby points of interest within easy walking reach: Central Park South, MoMA, Carnegie Hall and Fifth Avenue
- Ask concierge for neighborhood restaurant recommendations or reservation help
- Complimentary local Audi/Tesla rides may be available within a 15-block radius (check with the hotel)
| If you want | Try |
|---|---|
| Casual café or bakery | Ask concierge for local cafés near Fifth Avenue |
| Pre-theater dinner | Early dinner at Jams or nearby Midtown restaurants close to Broadway |
| Picnic in Central Park | Order to-go from Jams or a local deli and walk one block to the park |
Practical points for dining during your stay
Breakfast at Jams is not included automatically with standard room rates; the hotel notes breakfast is available for a surcharge and some promotional packages may include a breakfast credit. Confirm whether your booking includes breakfast before arrival.
The hotel accepts reservations at Jams and in-room dining is available daily. Dress code for Jams is smart casual; the hotel’s food-and-beverage team can advise on peak times and wait estimates.
- Breakfast not included in standard room rates (check your rate or package)
- Jams dress code: smart casual
- In-room dining: 7:00 AM–9:30 PM daily
| Item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Want breakfast included? | Check your reservation or ask BookResorts/concierge about promotional packages |
| Need late-night food | Use Jams’ bar service during bar hours or order in-room dining before 9:30 PM |
| Group dining or private event | Email the private-dining contacts listed by the hotel |
