Any suggestions on a good coffee shop or cafe to go after show/dinner? We checked out Zagat, but, would like some advice from people on this board. Much appreciated

Just walk around -- you'll find plenty of solid options. The theater district is pretty much tourist hell, but you'll find some decent spots. The further from Times Square, the better the quality will be.

Thanks Gary, I think we will just go for it and get out of times square.

Hi Linda,
If you decide to try to stay in the theater district for coffee, try John's Pizzeria on 44th Street - it is NOT a typical "pizza shop" the space was formerly a church and has an interesting interior. We discovered that not only does John's serve very good, reasonably priced food, it is open after theater for coffee and desserts. It is a large space, so securing a table should not be a problem. Have Fun!

Hi Sue

Thanks for the suggestion we will be sure to try it out.

"Coffee chop" is a relative term. If you mean a nice upscale diner, there are several on 9th Ave in the fo's. Just had an incredible (and huge!) banana split at one a few weeks ago. The coffee was okay but nothing special. The banana split was terrific. You might look for a retaurant that seats for light after theater meals and also seats folks for coffee and dessert. If it's a coffeehouse cappucino/espresso bar type atmosphere you seek... I'm not aware of any in the midtown area that are open late (other than Starbuck's and you don't need to come all the way to NYC to hang at Starbucks!). There are some great espresso joints open late but you'll need to trek to the Upper east or west sides or to the Village or Chelsea to find them (if someone knows of one in midtown west... PLEASE tell me as I'lll start going there!).

Hi Owen,

I recently posted a question about good hot fudge sundaes in NYC. Banana splits count too so could you please let us know where you had yours?

Many thanks!