{"id":14712,"date":"2025-03-07T12:19:16","date_gmt":"2025-03-07T12:19:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/?p=14712"},"modified":"2026-08-20T16:41:33","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T16:41:33","slug":"serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/","title":{"rendered":"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-attachment-id=\"14745\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/pin-serendipity-3\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PIN-Serendipity-3.jpg?fit=1200%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"PIN Serendipity 3\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PIN-Serendipity-3.jpg?fit=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PIN-Serendipity-3.jpg?resize=1200%2C1800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PIN-Serendipity-3.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PIN-Serendipity-3.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PIN-Serendipity-3.jpg?resize=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PIN-Serendipity-3.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/PIN-Serendipity-3.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">*Okay, please note that <strong><em>there are TWO Serendipity locations<\/em><\/strong>\u2014one on the Upper East Side and one in Times Square. <em>This post is about the one in Times Square ONLY<\/em>. I haven&#8217;t been to the original one on the Upper East Side, but hopefully, we will go soon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Also, this is<em> not<\/em> the restaurant featured in the 2001 movie &#8220;Serendipity&#8221; with Jon Cusack and Kate Beckinsale. That restaurant is at <strong>225 E 60th St, New York, NY 10022<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serendipity 3 Times Square Location<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" data-attachment-id=\"14719\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-03\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-03.jpg?fit=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1440,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 03\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-03.jpg?fit=320%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-03.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-03.jpg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-03.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-03.jpg?resize=320%2C427&amp;ssl=1 320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-03.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-03.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" data-attachment-id=\"14722\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-01\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?fit=1920%2C1440&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1440\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 01\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?fit=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?resize=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1 569w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-01.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re looking for a little magic in the heart of New York City, Serendipity 3 is the place to be. Nestled near Times Square, this iconic eatery is a whimsical escape from the city&#8217;s hustle and bustle. They offer decadent desserts, playful d\u00e9cor, and a sprinkle of nostalgia. Whether you&#8217;re a first-time visitor or a seasoned NYC explorer, this legendary spot is a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">On our recent trip to New York City, my daughter and I ate dinner at Serendipity 3. We were staying at the Hilton (just on the next street over) so it was just a quick walk to the restaurant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-attachment-id=\"14725\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-04\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-04.jpg?fit=1200%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 04\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-04.jpg?fit=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-04.jpg?resize=1200%2C1800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14725\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-04.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-04.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-04.jpg?resize=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-04.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-04.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Above Photo: We entered the restaurant through the hotel OYO next door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" data-attachment-id=\"14723\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-08\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?fit=1920%2C1440&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1440\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 08\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?fit=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14723\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?resize=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1 569w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-08.jpg?resize=1200%2C900&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1950\" data-attachment-id=\"14734\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-07\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-07.jpg?fit=1500%2C1950&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1500,1950\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 07\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-07.jpg?fit=328%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-07.jpg?resize=1500%2C1950&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-07.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-07.jpg?resize=231%2C300&amp;ssl=1 231w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-07.jpg?resize=328%2C427&amp;ssl=1 328w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-07.jpg?resize=768%2C998&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-07.jpg?resize=1182%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1182w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1950\" data-attachment-id=\"14731\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-069-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-069-1.jpg?fit=1500%2C1950&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1500,1950\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 069\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-069-1.jpg?fit=328%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-069-1.jpg?resize=1500%2C1950&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14731\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-069-1.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-069-1.jpg?resize=231%2C300&amp;ssl=1 231w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-069-1.jpg?resize=328%2C427&amp;ssl=1 328w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-069-1.jpg?resize=768%2C998&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-069-1.jpg?resize=1182%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1182w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Things we loved:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Fun atmosphere<\/strong> &#8211; the atmosphere is definitely fun and exciting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Friendly service<\/strong> &#8211; all of our interactions with staff was pleasant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Funky Decor<\/strong> &#8211; so much to see!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>The Desserts<\/strong> &#8211; so good!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Family-friendly<\/strong> &#8211; a good time whether eating with small kids or your teenager (like me)*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">*I did want to say that this place is LOUD. The music is pumping. I loved it. But this might not be a good fit if you or your kiddos have sensory issues. The decor is A LOT, and adding in the loud music could be overstimulating to some.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A New York City Icon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" data-attachment-id=\"14714\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-12\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?fit=1920%2C1440&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1440\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 12\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?fit=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?resize=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1 569w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-12.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" data-attachment-id=\"14715\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-11\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-11.jpg?fit=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1440,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 11\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-11.jpg?fit=320%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-11.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-11.jpg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-11.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-11.jpg?resize=320%2C427&amp;ssl=1 320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-11.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-11.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" data-attachment-id=\"14721\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-18\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?fit=1920%2C1440&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1440\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 18\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?fit=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?resize=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1 569w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-18.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/serendipity3.com\/menu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">See the FULL ONLINE MENU HERE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Serendipity 3 opened its doors in 1954 and has delighted guests ever since. Over the years, it has attracted a long list of celebrity fans. They have served Marilyn Monroe, Andy Warhol, Cher, and even modern stars like Selena Gomez.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Serendipity 3 Times Square has 150 items on its menu! While it\u2019s famous for its over-the-top desserts, it also serves comfort food classics. The menu offers burgers, mac and cheese, and foot-long hot dogs. My daughter and I agreed that the food was good, but it felt like typical diner food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Want Something Special<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>There are TWO Serendipity Restaurants in NYC<\/em><\/strong> &#8211; These menu items are only served at the Times Square location:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Sunday Chicken Dinner Sundae<\/strong> (Available in Times Square only) &#8211; A huge goblet lined with melted cheese and French fries. It is topped with fried chicken tenders (drizzled with Buffalo sauce), mashed potatoes, peas, gravy, and a cherry tomato on top.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Serendipity\u2019s Cheese Ravioli<\/strong> (Available in Times Square only) &#8211; Fresh cheese ravioli in a tomato-cream sauce, with fresh peas, garnished with micro basil and olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Salmon in the Garden<\/strong> (Available in Times Square only) &#8211; Fresh salmon fillet in lemon cream sauce, seasonal vegetables, mashed potatoes, garnished with micro greens<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-attachment-id=\"14730\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-22\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-22.jpg?fit=1200%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 22\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-22.jpg?fit=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-22.jpg?resize=1200%2C1800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14730\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-22.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-22.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-22.jpg?resize=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-22.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-22.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1950\" data-attachment-id=\"14733\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-10\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-10.jpg?fit=1500%2C1950&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1500,1950\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 10\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-10.jpg?fit=328%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-10.jpg?resize=1500%2C1950&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-10.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-10.jpg?resize=231%2C300&amp;ssl=1 231w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-10.jpg?resize=328%2C427&amp;ssl=1 328w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-10.jpg?resize=768%2C998&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-10.jpg?resize=1182%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1182w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serendipity 3: Home of the Famous Frozen Hot Chocolate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" data-attachment-id=\"14718\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-13\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?fit=1500%2C1500&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1500,1500\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 13\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?fit=427%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?resize=1500%2C1500&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?resize=427%2C427&amp;ssl=1 427w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?resize=65%2C65&amp;ssl=1 65w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-13.jpg?resize=1200%2C1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-attachment-id=\"14720\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-19\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-19.jpg?fit=1200%2C1800&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1800\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 19\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-19.jpg?fit=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-19.jpg?resize=1200%2C1800&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-19.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-19.jpg?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-19.jpg?resize=285%2C427&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-19.jpg?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-19.jpg?resize=1024%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">You can\u2019t talk about Serendipity 3 without mentioning its most legendary treat: the <strong>Frrrozen Hot Chocolate<\/strong>. This rich and creamy concoction is a blend of multiple types of chocolate, blended with ice, and topped with a mountain of whipped cream and chocolate shavings. Serendipity 3 actually offers 13 different Frozen Hot Chocolate flavors! And, most of them are Gluten-Free (GF)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\">Here are the 13 different Frozen Hot Chocolate flavors:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Frrrozen Hot Chocolate\u00ae (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Peanut Butter Frrrozen Hot Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Frrrozen Hot Mint Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Salted Caramel Frrrozen Hot Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">S\u2019mores Frrrozen Hot Chocolate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Frrrozen Mochaccino Hot Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Hot Strawberry Frrrozen White Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Frrrozen Hot White Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Birthday Cake Frrrozen Hot Chocolate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Vegan Coconut Frrrozen Hot Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Fruity Pebbles Frrrozen Hot White Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Cookies and Cream Frrrozen Hot Chocolate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Cotton Candy Frrrozen Hot White Chocolate (GF)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s so popular with its own at-home mix, so you can recreate the magic long after your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Decadent Desserts and Over-the-Top Treats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1950\" data-attachment-id=\"14732\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-23\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-23.jpg?fit=1500%2C1950&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1500,1950\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 23\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-23.jpg?fit=328%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-23.jpg?resize=1500%2C1950&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14732\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-23.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-23.jpg?resize=231%2C300&amp;ssl=1 231w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-23.jpg?resize=328%2C427&amp;ssl=1 328w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-23.jpg?resize=768%2C998&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-23.jpg?resize=1182%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1182w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond the Frozen Hot Chocolate, Serendipity 3 is known for its extravagant desserts. Their <strong>Outrageous Banana Split<\/strong> and <strong>Coward\u2019s Portion Sundae<\/strong> are both delicious. If you\u2019re feeling especially indulgent, you might want to try the Golden Opulence Sundae. It is a Guinness World Record-holding dessert. It features edible gold and the world\u2019s finest ice cream (at a whopping $1,000 price tag!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Playful Atmosphere with Vintage Charm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" data-attachment-id=\"14726\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-15\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-15.jpg?fit=1920%2C1440&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1920,1440\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 15\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-15.jpg?fit=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-15.jpg?resize=1920%2C1440&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-15.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-15.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-15.jpg?resize=569%2C427&amp;ssl=1 569w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-15.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, 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https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-14.jpg?resize=1536%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-14.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">The moment you step inside Serendipity 3, you\u2019re transported to a different world. The eclectic d\u00e9cor\u2014featuring Tiffany-style lamps, antique mirrors, and quirky trinkets\u2014feels like a cross between a Victorian parlor and a whimsical wonderland. It\u2019s a feast for the eyes for sure, full of nostalgic treasures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Visiting Serendipity 3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Reservations Are Recommended<\/strong>: Serendipity 3 is incredibly popular, and booking a table in advance is a smart move. Walk-ins are welcome, but expect a wait. You can make a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/resy.com\/cities\/new-york-ny\/venues\/serendipity3-times-square?date=2025-03-05&amp;seats=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">reservation on RESY HERE.<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Minimum Purchase: <\/strong>There is a minimum charge of $19.95 per patron ($12.95 per child) that is required (according to RESY). A frozen hot chocolate is $19.95, so it&#8217;s easy to spend that much. It is fine if you only want to order frozen hot chocolate or desserts here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Perfect for Special Occasions<\/strong>: Whether it\u2019s a birthday, anniversary, or just a \u201ctreat yourself\u201d moment, this is a great place to celebrate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Save Room for Dessert<\/strong>: The savory menu is great, but the real star is the sweets\u2014so don\u2019t fill up before dessert!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Sit at the Bar:<\/strong> If you can&#8217;t snag a reservation or you just want to grab a quick frozen hot chocolate, you can ask to sit at the small bar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" data-attachment-id=\"14716\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-3-06\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-06.jpg?fit=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1440,1920\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 3 06\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-06.jpg?fit=320%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-06.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-06.jpg?w=1440&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-06.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-06.jpg?resize=320%2C427&amp;ssl=1 320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-06.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-3-06.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1500\" data-attachment-id=\"14729\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipty-3-21\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipty-3-21.jpg?fit=1200%2C1500&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1500\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Serendipty 3 21\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipty-3-21.jpg?fit=342%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipty-3-21.jpg?resize=1200%2C1500&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipty-3-21.jpg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipty-3-21.jpg?resize=240%2C300&amp;ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipty-3-21.jpg?resize=342%2C427&amp;ssl=1 342w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipty-3-21.jpg?resize=768%2C960&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Above Photo: <\/strong>The bar at Serendipity 3 Times Square. See the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/serendipity3.com\/bar-menu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">BAR MENU HERE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should You Go?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Serendipity 3 is more than just a restaurant\u2014it\u2019s an experience. We enjoyed its nostalgic charm and its delicious desserts. Yes, it&#8217;s very &#8220;touristy&#8221;, but we loved it! It was a lot of fun! Go for the famous Frozen Hot Chocolate and to soak in the whimsical ambiance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things You Should Know&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">So, exactly where is this place?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" data-attachment-id=\"14717\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/07\/serendipity-3-a-unique-restaurant-in-times-square-nyc\/serendipity-03-25\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?fit=1500%2C1500&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1500,1500\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-title=\"Serendipity 03 25\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?fit=427%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?resize=1500%2C1500&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Serendipity 3: A Unique Restaurant in Times Square, NYC\" class=\"wp-image-14717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?resize=427%2C427&amp;ssl=1 427w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?resize=65%2C65&amp;ssl=1 65w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Serendipity-03-25.png?resize=1200%2C1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2c90304e wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location\/Address:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">157 West 47th Street<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Times Square, New York, NY, 10036<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2c90304e wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hours:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2c90304e wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Monday-Thursday 11:00 a.m. -11:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Friday 11:00 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Saturday 10:00 a.m. &#8211; 12:00 a.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Sunday 10:00 -11:00 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Last seating is at 10:45 PM Mon-Thursday &amp; Sunday, 11:45 PM on Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/serendipity3.com\/serendipity3-times-square\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Serendipity 3 Times Square WEBSITE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for more fun, whimsical activities in NYC? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Read <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/have-kids-will-travel.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/02\/visiting-the-jellycat-diner-in-nyc-what-to-expect-why-youll-love-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Visiting the JellyCat Diner in NYC: What to Expect &amp; Why You\u2019ll Love It<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Have you ever been to Serendipity 3? 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