Hudson

Midtown West has its share of stores like Hudson. The category keeps the blocks stocked with everyday essentials and last-minute finds. A quick check of the address drops you right where you need to be: 301-327 W 41st St New York, NY 10036.

They carry basics you can’t always track down on the fly. Beyond staples, expect travel-size toiletries, snacks for the subway ride home, and charging cables for devices. Office odds and ends turn up on the shelves alongside seasonal small gifts.

If help is needed, a call puts you in touch with someone who can guide you. Find the spot on the map and save the route ahead of time: directions. The cross-streets alone make the trip worthwhile.