The Terrace

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Chef John Fraser's Modern Brasserie in the Heart of Times Square

At the Times Square EDITION hotel, The Terrace and Outdoor Gardens is the kind of place that works equally well for a pre-theater dinner, a weekend brunch with friends, or a quiet weekday lunch away from the midtown rush. The setting — with outdoor garden space in one of New York City's most energetic neighborhoods — gives the room a rare sense of ease for this part of the city.

A Seasonal Menu Rooted in American Culinary Tradition

The kitchen is led by Chef John Fraser, whose approach brings together the comfort of brasserie classics and the precision of contemporary American cooking. The menu changes with the seasons and draws on ingredients sourced from regional farmers and purveyors — a commitment that keeps the cooking honest and grounded. Vegetables are not an afterthought here; they occupy a prominent place on the menu, a hallmark of Fraser's style that distinguishes The Terrace from more conventional hotel dining rooms.

The full spread of menus — breakfast, lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, dessert, and cocktails — means the restaurant functions as a genuine all-day destination rather than a single-occasion stop. The wine program earned a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2022, recognition that reflects the care taken in building a list worthy of the food it accompanies.

Who Comes Here

The Terrace draws a broad mix: hotel guests looking for a reliable and elevated meal, neighborhood regulars, theatergoers timing dinner before a curtain, and groups gathering for a proper weekend brunch. The American brasserie format — generous, convivial, unfussy in the best sense — suits all of them. It's a room that doesn't ask you to choose between quality and comfort.