The Rag Trader – Where New York Was Made by Hand 

Tucked into a restored garment factory in the heart of Midtown, The Rag Trader celebrates New York’s legacy of craft, creativity, and connection. Every detail — from the exposed brick and vintage sewing machines to the warm, bustling dining room — honors the makers who stitched together the city’s story. 

Guests come for the energy as much as the food: a vibrant bar scene, genuinely friendly service, and a menu that feels both familiar and fresh. Think thin bubbly-crust pizzas straight from our oven, share-friendly plates, and elevated comfort dishes inspired by flavors that once traveled the legendary Silk Road — the ancient trade route that connected continents, cultures, and cuisines. 

Just as New York City is a living tapestry woven from countless immigrant stories, the Silk Road linked the world through spice, craft, and exchange. Its influence lives in the aromatic warmth of cumin, the brightness of citrus, the depth of slow-braised meats, and the sweet-savory contrasts that define so many global kitchens. At The Rag Trader, these notes appear as subtle nods rather than recreations — layered flavors and shared dishes that reflect the same spirit of cultural blending that built NYC’s neighborhoods, markets, and dinner tables. 

In a city where Chinatown meets Koreatown, where Little India, Little Italy, and the Latin American food corridors sit side by side, our menu embraces that crossroads energy. It’s food that feels like New York: eclectic but cohesive, approachable but full of discovery, deeply comforting with just enough wanderlust. 

Whether it’s a post-work cocktail, a lively dinner with friends, or a private gathering, The Rag Trader offers an experience that’s unmistakably Midtown: stylish but unpretentious, social yet sincere, handcrafted in every sense — a modern meeting place inspired by the global flavors and multicultural stories that continue to shape the city. 

🎙️ Bo Peep Cocktail & Highball Store – Midtown’s Spirited Hideaway 

Hidden beneath The Rag Trader, Bo Peep isn’t just a cocktail bar — it’s a show. Descend the staircase and you’ll find a lively, throwback hideaway pulsing with personality: live music that gets the crowd singing along, bartenders who mix with flair and conversation, and a room full of guests who came for a cocktail and stayed for the magic of it all. 

Inspired by the glamour of the garment-district’s golden age, Bo Peep brings vintage charm into the modern moment. Expect handcrafted cocktails, velvet banquettes, piano performances that turn into singalongs, and an atmosphere that’s intimate yet electric. Whether you’re out for a date night, a celebration, or a spontaneous nightcap, Bo Peep delivers what Midtown’s been missing — a cocktail bar alive with laughter, energy, and New York soul.

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