Manhattan Mall Shopping in NYC — A Complete Guide

General Shopping Center Information

10 Nearby Shopping Centers & Attractions

Approximate distances from Manhattan Mall by walking. Times may vary.

5 Featured Stores & Brands

1. JCPenney (Anchor Tenant)
2. LensCrafters
3. Sephora (inside JCPenney)
4. PATH Train Station (Transit)
5. Food Hall on 33rd (Food Court)

20 Relevant Stores and In-Store Brands

The mall is anchored by JCPenney, which operates as a department store containing many brands.

1. JCPenney
2. LensCrafters
3. Starbucks
4. JCPenney Portraits
5. Food Hall on 33rd (Food Court)
6. Sephora (inside JCPenney)
7. Levi’s (inside JCPenney)
8. Adidas (inside JCPenney)
9. Nike (inside JCPenney)
10. Champion (inside JCPenney)
11. Puma (inside JCPenney)
12. Hanes (inside JCPenney)
13. Jockey (inside JCPenney)
14. Carter’s (inside JCPenney)
15. Samsonite (inside JCPenney)
16. Liz Claiborne (inside JCPenney)
17. Stafford (JCPenney brand)
18. J. Ferrar (JCPenney brand)
19. Home Expressions (JCPenney brand)
20. AT&T Store

The vast majority of the mall’s retail is now located within the JCPenney anchor store.

Dining Options (Featured Restaurants)

Dining is limited to a small, lower-level food court and fast-casual options.

1. Food Hall on 33rd (Food Court)
2. Starbucks
3. Auntie Anne’s
4. Sarku Japan
5. Subway

Pet-Friendly

No. Only certified service animals are permitted inside the Manhattan Mall and JCPenney.

Sustainability and Environmental Policy

The building’s primary sustainable feature is its integration with mass transit.

• • • Transit-Oriented: The mall is built directly on top of one of NYC’s busiest subway and transit hubs, encouraging the use of public transportation.

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  • Adaptive Re-use: The upper floors of the mall were converted from retail to modern, high-efficiency office space, representing a major example of adaptive re-use in commercial real estate.

Useful Tips for Visitors

• • Understand What It Is: Do not expect a traditional mall. This is effectively a large, multi-level JCPenney department store with a food court.
  • Best for Basics: This is a convenient location for commuters and tourists to buy affordable family apparel, accessories, and home goods from JCPenney.
  • Transit Hub: The main floor is a high-traffic corridor for commuters. Use it as a convenient, weather-protected way to get from the street to the B,D,F,M,N,Q,R,W and PATH trains.

* Sephora Inside JCP: There is a “Sephora inside JCPenney” shop, which is smaller than a standalone Sephora but convenient for makeup and skincare.

• Food Court Location: The food court (“Food Hall on 33rd”) is on the lower concourse level, below the JCPenney main floor.

Fun Facts

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  • The mall is built on the former site of the iconic Gimbels department store, which was Macy’s chief rival for decades (famous from *Miracle on 34th Street*).
  • When it opened in 1989, it was anchored by A&S (Abraham & Straus), which later became Stern’s. It was a pioneer of the “vertical mall” concept in Manhattan.

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• The building features a unique “void” or atrium that was once open but has since been partially filled in during renovations.
• The upper floors were converted into the “100W” office complex, which houses the headquarters for companies like Vornado.

District Rules and Procedures

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• • The building is private property with public transit access.
  • Commuter pathways must be kept clear.

* Restrooms: Public restrooms are available in the lower-level food court.
* Store Policies: JCPenney and LensCrafters operate with their own individual store rules and return policies.

Other Services and Infrastructure

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• Transit Concourse: Direct access to 34th St–Herald Sq (B,D,F,M,N,Q,R,W) and the 34th St PATH station.
• JCPenney Services: Includes in-store “Sephora,” “JCPenney Portraits,” and “Buy Online, Pick Up In Store.”
• Food Court: “Food Hall on 33rd” on the concourse level.
• ATMs: Available in the main concourse.