New York nightcaps: Ending on a high note

The theaters and concert halls of Lincoln Center are some of the chief attractions of New York’s Upper West Side, said Daniel T. Billy in Bloomberg.com. Even in summer, the variety of performances remains vast, from summer traditions like the Mostly Mozart Festival to the many outdoor events constantly taking place in the center’s newly renovated public spaces. The only question: Where to eat—and people-watch—afterward?

Ed’s Chowder House

A stone’s throw from Lincoln Center, Ed’s boasts excellent cocktails, spicy mussels, and a “three-chowder sampler (squash, Manhattan, and New England clam).” 44 W. 63rd St., (212) 956-1288

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P.J. Clarke’s

Skip the noisy main room at this nearby spot. Instead, head downstairs to the “Club Room” for a burger and beer. The “Cadillac”—served on a tiny plate with bacon, cheese, and a slice of red onion—stands out. Don’t miss the littleneck clams. 44 W. 63rd St., (212) 957-9700

Bar Boulud It’s loud, but “there’s no question that Bar Boulud has terrines and pâtés like no other place.” Also try the escargots persillade, and wash it down with one of their excellent wines. 1900 Broadway, (212) 595-0303