Times Square Alliance Brings Back the Annual Taste of Times Square

Photo by Michael Hull

On Monday, September 8, 2025, the popular outdoor celebration of the district’s top restaurants and global culinary destinations will serve up diverse flavors and entertainment at the Crossroads of the World

The Times Square Alliance announces the return of its Annual Taste of Times Square, one of New York City’s longest-running outdoor food festivals highlighting the global cuisine available in the district, on Monday,September 8, 2025 from 5 pm to 9 pm. This year’s Taste of Times Square will feature over 30 participating restaurants, ranging from Mexican, Caribbean, Cuban, Italian, Indian, American and beyond.  In an effort to bring the side street restaurants into the heart of Times Square, the event will take place on Duffy Square and the Broadway Plazas between 43^rd and 48^th Streets.  The festival will include live music from our local participating restaurants that have live entertainment at their establishments.  

Participants will have the chance to register a wristband with their credit or debit card at the event to purchase “tastes” at the participating restaurants onsite.  All “tastes” will be under $10.  This year, participants will have the chance to save 20% through advance sales made here: TSQ.org/Taste. 

“We’re thrilled to welcome New Yorkers and visitors back to one of Times Square’s favorite annual traditions putting a spotlight on our restaurants and chefs who make up the diverse fabric of the Crossroads of the World,” said Tom Harris, President of the Times Square Alliance. “Taste of Times Square is now in its 28^thyear and continues to celebrate the Times Square dining scene which is a true international experience.  With so many new restaurants we have seen open this past year Taste is a great way to try something new as well as rediscover your favorites that have been here for decades.”  

Participating restaurants and eateries include Applebee’s Grill & Bar, Bar Mexicana, Blue Fin, Bond 45, Broadway Lounge, Brooklyn Chop House Times Square, Buchette del Vino NYC, Burger & Lobster, Carmine’s, Dilli Dilli, Dos Caminos, Ellen’s Stardust Diner, Foundry Bar at The Westin New York at Times Square, Hard Rock Cafe New York, Havana Central, Highball, Jasmine’s Caribbean Cuisine, Junior’s Restaurant, Lagos TSQ, La Pulperia, The Long Room, Mapo, Palermo Argentinian Steakhouse & Bistro, Planet Hollywood, Pink Taco, Russian Samovar, See No Evil Pizza, Serendipity 3, Sony Hall, Spice Symphony, Tacos La Broadway, Terrace and Outdoor Gardens at The Edition Hotel, Tony’s Di Napoli Restaurant, Virgil’s Real Barbecue,and more. The list is subject to change and additions. View the latest list online: TSQ.org/Taste.   

Taste of Times Square will once again be a food and music festival celebrating those restaurants that also provide live music at their establishments.  A full list of entertainment will be announced at a later date.  

Taste of Times Square is supported by Gatorlyte and Foundry Bar at The Westin New York at Times Square.  

For more information,visit www.TSq.org and join the conversation on social media with #TasteTSq.

About the Times Square Alliance

The Times Square Alliance works to improve and promote Times Square – cultivating the creativity, energy and edge that have made the area an icon of entertainment, culture, and urban life for over a century. Founded in 1992, the Alliance keeps the neighborhood clean and safe, promotes local businesses, manages area improvements and produces major annual events with partners including New Year’s Eve, Solstice in Times Square and Taste of Times Square. As the custodians of Times Square, the Alliance works every day to improve the quality of life for the neighborhood residents and businesses while driving economic growth in New York City. www.TSq.org