Only in New York could a centennial celebration of The Great Gatsby include espresso, speakeasy cocktails, and gourmet pizza—all tucked away beneath the city’s streets.
Just a few steps from curtain call, a secret Gatsby-inspired world awaits beneath the 50th Street subway station, where Broadway magic collides with culinary brilliance and a dash of Jazz Age decadence.
To honor the novel’s 100th anniversary, Gatsby has teamed up with three standout underground gems—Tiny Dancer, See No Evil Pizza, and Nothing Really Matters—to bring the glamour and indulgence of the Roaring Twenties to NYC’s downtown-bound 1 train stop. Flash a same-day Broadway ticket, and you’ll unlock a trio of exclusive perks: Gatsby-themed cocktails, delicious bites, and the feeling of discovering something just off the map.
At Tiny Dancer, start or end your day with a refined espresso or artisanal pastry made for pre-show musings or post-show reflections. Present your ticket and enjoy 20% off—because sophistication should be effortless.
Just across the way, See No Evil Pizza delivers bold, creative pies that have earned Michelin Guide praise, such as the fiery Hell Pie or the vibrant Vinnie Stigmata. A same-day Broadway ticket earns you a complimentary sip with your meal. It’s a modern-day feast worthy of Gatsby’s table.
Then, hidden behind custom blinds like a true speakeasy, you’ll find Nothing Really Matters, an intimate cocktail bar that feels like it’s been plucked straight from a Fitzgerald page. The bar is currently serving three Gatsby-inspired creations:
- Old Sport – Jack Daniel’s Bonded, rye, dry sherry, and a whisper of mystery
- Daisy – Reposado tequila, triple sec, lemon, and a dash of nostalgia
- Bees Knees – Gin, lemon, and honey—a sweet, smooth nod to the past
All cocktails are 20% off with a same day Broadway ticket, offering a pre- or post-theatre toast that’s pure jazz-age luxury.
Cyllan Hicks, Head Mixologist at Nothing Really Matters Bar, handcrafted the cocktail trifecta to perfectly embody the Roaring 20’s based on the ingredients that were prevalent during the era. “The Old Sport is perfect for a rainy day when you want to sip on something boozy.” The Daisy has a smooth finish – light, refreshing, and not too sweet. The Bees Knees is a perfect pick for gin lovers.
“We’re in Times Square and want to celebrate that energy,” says Adrien Gallo, owner of all three venues. “Everyone from around the world comes here to break bread, have a cocktail, and share in something bigger. That’s New York.”
Together with Head Chef Ed Carew, Gallo has infused each space with a sense of purpose and precision. “We don’t do mediocre,” he adds. “Everything is proprietary, everything is intentional.” From design to dishes, every detail enhances the illusion—of being somewhere special, somewhere hidden, somewhere extraordinary.“If I can make you feel like the most important person on earth,” Gallo says, “give you the best night of your year—or even the best hour of your day—then we’ve done our job.”
These venues didn’t just occupy the 50th Street station—they transformed it. What was once a forgotten stretch of underground concourse is now home to one of the city’s most unexpected culinary destinations.
“This is New York—anything goes,” Gallo says with a smile. “Make the effort to come try us, and we’ll wow you.”
The Gatsby of it all? It’s not just in the cocktails or the vintage charm—it’s in the secrecy, the surprise. There’s something poetic about the setting:
“Have you ever seen the entrance to the 1 train off of 50th and Broadway?” asks Ronnie Pessin, general manager at See No Evil Pizza. “It’s covered in scaffolding, there’s construction everywhere—it doesn’t exactly scream glamorous. But then you walk down into the station, and suddenly, it smells amazing, it feels clean, and there are three distinct, beautiful spaces with the atmosphere to match.”
Each location feels like an inside secret—a whispered recommendation, a friend-in-the-know. And guests are catching on.
“Whether they’re locals or from across the world, people are always shocked,” Ronnie adds. “They can’t believe this is in a subway station. And then they taste the food, meet the staff, and it’s like… wait, this is actually incredible. It’s almost like an ‘All-Day Yes’ Twilight Zone where the usual New York edge disappears.”
A century after Gatsby first dreamed of something bigger, New York is still full of surprises—and sometimes, they’re just down the stairs, past the turnstile, and around the corner from the ordinary. “If I can make you feel like the most important person on earth,” Gallo says, “give you the best night of your year—or even the best hour of your day—then we’ve done our job.”
