If you're going there alone, you might feel lonely on Friday night. Everyone comes with friends or…read morefamily. singing and musical prayers are about 1hr. they have kiddish downstairs. No one really talks to you to say hello but if you say hello, they get back to you :) young professionals aren't here for mingling.... Most of ppl here are retired over 70s'. 20&30s', perhaps feel old people's club........ they don't judge with look but young one wont make friends while visiting.... if you come with family, this is the perfect place. beautiful reform synagogue and non- judgmental energy. It's pretty friendly workers everyone say hello to you when you get in. Few securities aren't friendly. You can bring your own bags. No one says anything. Bring your own jacket, it's a bit cold inside. Doors are open on Fridays Around 5:45pm

I have been tuning in to Central's various livestreams and they have carried me through the…read morepandemic, spiritually speaking. Had an amazing time touring the sanctuary with my local JCC group recently. A member of the temple took us around and told us some of the building's history. It's like a little jewel in the middle of fatigued, gray, UES drab. Thank you Central for providing your spiritual resources to a wider community.

It is a wonderful, warm, friendly, inviting , cool shul, without all the pretense often associated…read morewith many Synagogues. Rabbi Jill is extraordinary! From the first moment I spoke to her 5 years ago, about attending High Holiday Services her warm, authentic, inviting personality made me feel comfortable and inclusive. She welcomed me with open arms and an open heart! I would definitely recommend you join us. You won't be disappointed! Grateful member. Doris A.B.

From the owner: The Actors’ Temple, Congregation Ezrath Israel, founded in 1917, is a place where spirituality…read moremeets creativity; and where the enduring values of Judaism translate into acceptance and human connections. In our historic landmark building filled with show business history, we provide community and self-expression, spiritual growth, deeds of loving kindness and caring. Everyone is welcome in our house of God. We are post-denominational, looking for fresh approaches to enliven worship while maintaining a connection to our Jewish roots. Talent from vaudeville, cabaret, nightclubs, television, and Broadway made the synagogue a true Actors’ Temple. Famous members and congregants included Sophie Tucker, Al Jolson, Edward G. Robinson, Jack Benny, Milton Berle, Henny Youngman, Eddie Cantor, Shelley Winters, and countless other lesser-known actors, comedians, singers, playwrights, composers, musicians, writers, dancers, theatrical agents, and sports figures worshipped there. Off Broadway plays are now performed at our Actors’ Temple Theater, as well as dance, music, and religious events and celebrations. We provide space for Community groups to share our facility, being of service to our neighborhood. Our small, warm community welcomes all people who are searching for a deepened relationship to God and Judaism, for self-expression, learning, service, and friendship. In our house of God, all people are included and appreciated.

Checked out the space for a party. Interesting event space! There's the main sanctuary and a very…read morevery very cool loft-y space downstairs with room for 300+ I don't think they cater, though, and you should ask if you can bring non kosher food.

An Orthodox shul, West Side Jewish Center serves as an open door minyan factory for those who work…read moreand live in the midtown community, and for tourists and visitors. A motley, eclectic crew of Jews of various stripes comes to daven here throughout the day, including many from nearby B&H electronics. The bathrooms are individual, and quite comfortable and clean.

Cold ppl. No one regards and say hello. Although they're still Opened, we were told "it's Closed."…read moreMultiple times, then, young ppl came over within 5min. it looks Hippie's gatherings at Night time.

When you need a minyan to say Kaddish and your staying in the midtown Manhattan area this is the…read moreShul !!! The Rabbi was very warm and friendly.

So many things going on at Sutton Place Synagogue…read more Find your spiritual, religious, community and family home in one of the most exciting neighborhoods in NYC. In my experience, SPS has given us a community that extends from our apartment through the neighborhood and out to Israel. It is truly our home and our children adore their schools! Rabbi Ain pulls you into her sermons. Her eloquence, spiritual and boundless energy makes it easy every family to feel a part of the services and all the Jewish traditions. Cantor Dovs beautiful singing lifts your spirits in a weekly basis! Most importantly, the congregation is unpretentious, laid back, friendly and actually cares about you and your family.

The Sutton Place Synagogue is one of the nicest areas to sit in the summer in New York City…read more Nestled in the heart of Midtown, Sutton Place Synagogue boasts a beautiful outdoor waterfall/fountain and sitting area that is open to the whole community. The congregation was welcoming and nice and I enjoyed it when I was there for the summer. I found the garden incredibly relaxing . . . the sounds of the city completely disappear and leaves visitors with the calming sound of the waterfall.

Temple Emanu-El of New York is a synagogue at 1 East 65th Street on the Upper East Side of…read moreManhattan. It's located at the northeast corner with Fifth Avenue. This temple was built in 1928-1930 for the Reform Jewish Congregation Emanu-El of New York. The church seats 2,500 worshippers and is one of the largest synagogues in the world. I believe it is the largest in the United States. There's a wealth of information about this church on the internet if you're interested. I can attest to the welcoming reception visitors receive when you visit. It's always open for everyone. I'll never forget when this synagogue had the service for Joan Rivers funeral. I watched from across the street. If you look up Congregation Emanu-El of New York there's a list of the notable members and funerals. I'm recommending.

WAITED for 1 hour on 1/9/26 for the Manue-EL service hosted by Christ Church! My colleague arrived…read moreearly (around 6:30) even though we had reserved, and their name wasn't on the list. Then they were told to go to a different service area--which was locked. EVEN BEFORE the event started, the guard said it was already "full" and couldn't find our names on the list. Come 7:15pm, after waiting another 30 minutes, I asked to speak with the sponsor or event staff, but no one came down. The guard even went upstairs in the elevator to check and returned saying the event was full (which I honestly doubt), and guard said they mentioned they'd "fix the site next time." THIS IS VERY MISLEADING. Your RSVP form was still open--I was waiting at the security entrance only to be told it was full because you didn't have proper staff present! Completely wasted my evening. The whole situation was disrespectful and poorly managed. Your RSVP form clearly states "ALL Welcome," and it remained open at 6pm (so it couldn't have been full), plus my colleague had arrived early. WE ARE NOT COMING BACK. I do NOT recommend this event or any future services hosted by Christ Church NYC / online or Emanu-EL. I'm sharing this review so others are aware!

I cannot give CBST enough praise. Combine a welcoming, friendly congregation with two open-minded,…read morecompassionate and knowledgeable Rabbis, and you have the perfect shul. Services range from Modern Orthodox to Reconstructionist to fit the needs and desires of a wide range of members, and a delicious nosh always completes the experience. If you're a member of the LGBT community, come and feel accepted by a loving faith community. If you're NOT a member of the LGBT community, come. You'll feel just as accepted in this wonderful group of people.

This is the LGBT go-to shul in NYC. Fri night services are at the Chelsea location; Rosh Hashanah…read moreservices at the Town Hall and Yom Kippur at the Javits Center. There is an Open Door initiative for the High Holy Days so everyone can worship. (But please make a donation to support this amazing congregation.) This year CBST is bringing 8 LGBT Israelis to observe Yom Kippur at the Javits Center following the murders at the LGBT center in Tel Aviv. Rabbis Sharon Kleinbaum and Ayelet Cohen ably lead this diverse congregation with backgrounds ranging from Orthodox to Reconstructionist. Straight people welcomed. Growing children's programming and a strong adult education program. Go to cbst.org for more information.

I sent my dad here while on a trip to NYC as it was the closest conservative (actually it's…read moreorthodox) synagogue to the hotel we were staying at. He went for services on Saturday morning, and said there were tons of people there and he was very impressed generally. They noticed that he was new and invited him to roll up the torah, which was cool of them if you ask me. He also reported that the kiddush was the biggest he's ever seen and the cholent was a lot like his grandmother used to make. Overall, the most glowing report about a synagogue my dad's ever given. So, if you're in the area, go. Also, they have an emeritus rabbi who was ordained in 1935 and still attends services regularly. Pretty cool.

This is just the best shul in town. Murray Hill/Gramercy/Kips Bay is home toJews from all around…read morethe world. The diversity of congregants and heimish style services really makes this a prime choice if you are hunting for the right shul. Sometimes it is packed, sometimes it is small and cozy. But one thing is always constant--great spiritual services and a great kiddush to socialize and mingle with fellow Jews. Scotches, bourbons, chulent, kugels are some of the selections you will find on any given shabbat. The contrast of the old and new, Rabbi Kleiman and Rabbi Shloush, a 150 year old congregation and building, versus an energetic young professionals group called "The L'Chaim Club" just makes this place a must see. I highly reccomend stopping in either Friday night or Saturday day.

When it comes to reform synagogues, Stephen Wise Synagogue is up there: they stream services…read moreonline, they post the Rabbi's speech on YouTube, they have a serious band that plays after the sermon, men and women are mixed, kiddush altogether after prayers, traditional prayers and new songs, and large, beautiful, and modern synagogue where space is never lacking. They host a cheese and wine Shabbat event for young professionals about once a month. It's a great idea to create a networking scene, so you could check it out if you want to meet people, although most of them are odd ducks. There were a few creeps who literally followed me throughout the event. A lot of them are established, interesting people, but the turnout is light. The crowd is typically the same peeps each time, so if you've gone once, I wouldn't feel the need to go again if the aim is to meet new people.

This is THE synagogue to make you want to go to schul. This…read moreis the most Progressive you'll ever find: Online streaming video services content, Rabbis' sermons on You tube, an incredible 6-piece band-ensemble, known as 'Hallel,' to accompany services, an high-caliber, established yet polished congregation, gorgeous, modern sanctuary, Kiddish with connoisseur-level yayn and healthy sweets and treats to keep you in the mood of shabbat, family programs and torah learning galore. A good portion of the service is in Hebrew. A picture is worth a thousand words: Go to swfs.org and find out more. Lawrence Weinzimer