Where to watch 4th of July fireworks in NYC: Best views and bites

There’s no better place to spark fun on July 4th than New York City.As their Independence Day fireworks showcase returns to the Hudson River for the first time in a decade, New Yorkers are scrambling to secure the best spot to enjoy the show, as the city has changed a lot in the past decade since the display was last on the west side.The Macy’s Fireworks display, scheduled to begin at 9:25 p.m.on Thursday, will take place up the river from Jersey City’s display by the world-famous Fireworks by Grucci, which starts at 9:30 p.m.The city has announced official public entry points along the west side, beginning at Christopher Street and Washington Street and all the way up to West 40th Street and 11th Avenue.

But most would agree that fireworks are best enjoyed with a delicious drink and bite in hand.For those hoping to guarantee a perfect view and a fun party, The Post put together a list of some of the best venues to spend the Fourth of July.The Arlo Midtown hotel has a July cookout buffet from 7:30 p.m.to 9:30 p.m.

along with an open bar until 10 p.m.— then transitions to a cash bar — on their rooftop bar ART Midtown.For a $117 ticket, those aged 21 and up are guaranteed a spot on the open-air garden oasis, 26 stories above Times Square.The roof offers limited seating but plenty of standing room to view the iconic colorful display.

351 W.38th St., New York, NY 10018Why not watch the world-famous fireworks show from the world’s most famous building? The 86th-floor observatory at the top of the Empire State Building will be closed to the public from 7 p.m.

to 10 p.m.on the 4th of July to welcome 200 VIP ticket purchasers.

For $550 a pop, guests can enjoy a premium open bar from 7:30 p.m.to 9:45 p.m.

and NYC staples — such as mini Coney Island hot dogs and mini Reuben sandwiches — catered by in-house restaurant STATE Grill and Bar as they dance along to the DJ on the 80th floor.20 W 34th St., New York, NY 10001Pier 57 is perfect for peering firew...