20 Random Spots Where We Can Easily "Bump Into" Major A-List Celebs (2024)

Celebrity sighting has become a literal job. The paparazzi are paid to do what is essentially considered stalking in order to get the best picture. They get paid to get publications “likes” and “follows”. Don’t worry, we aren't hating just kind of upset that we never thought of doing the same thing. Maybe develop our photography skills and be out there on the front lines with all the others. Since we didn’t do that, we have to resort to finding out the hotspots and spending our own hard-earned money to get into those places. It’s not the worse thing you can do to meet a celebrity and trust us people have done worse.

What many people don’t realize is that there are way more than those super fancy, high-end places that celebrities hang out in. You don’t have to pay an arm and a leg to meet the likes of Ryan Reynolds...or any other celebs. Or, negotiate a deal with a bouncer outside of a club. There are certain times of the year where meeting celebrities are easier like during festivals, premiere parties, and grand openings. However, we have to admit those little missions can be a fun time out but tiring. We have found an easier way for you to low-key stalk your favorite celebs without being a nuisance to them and inconveniencing yourself. Here is a list of some of the places where you can have a good time and a high chance of meeting someone famous. You’re welcome!

20 Rockefeller Center

30 Rock Plaza is near Rockefeller Center so the chances of someone spotting a celebrity here or around the area is highly likely. Fans of shows like Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon know that they will most likely get a selfie opportunity if they loiter. But beware chances are you won’t be the only person hanging out and looking suspicious. Many people do this on a daily basis. Some people even turned it into a fulltime job they become self-employed paparazzi and attempt to sell their pictures to publications. And guess what? Some of them are actually successful.

19 The Polo Bar

The Polo Bar is a very popular eatery and it’s kind of affordable. Which is why people are always so shocked when they are eating lunch or dinner and see the likes of Jerry Seinfeld or Gwyneth Paltrow walk in. If it’s good enough for these two mega-celebsthen it’s good enough for anyone. The bar is designed almost asa homage to the Ralph Lauren brand. It has polo-themed designs on the walls and even has a signature polo burger. A few other celebrities who have walked through the doors are Barbra Streisand and Lady Gaga. On your next trip there try to snag yourself a reservation.

18 Madison Square Garden

Obviously Madison Square Garden has to be on this list. The arena is home to basketball games and concerts by some of the biggest artists in the world. Selling out the Garden is what most celebrities dream of and it’s not an easy feat. You never know who will be sitting beside you at a concert. Some celebrities are so low key they don't feel the need to get VIP tickets. The likes of Jimmy Fallon, Howard Stern, Dwyane Wade, and really too many to name have all made appearances. People have gotten pictures for their social media pages because they decided to go to a concert.

17 Broadway

The chances of meeting some of the actors after the night are done is great. They normally walk out the same front door as you so they can receive the praise for their performance. It’s rare that they slip out the back and we aren’t talking about no-name celebrities. We are talking about those celebs who have made it big but miss their Broadway days so they sign up for a play. Or, the celebrities who are fans of plays and they want to go to catch a show. The opportunities are endless and right now, Broadway is enjoying hit after hit that even celebs are lining up for tickets to shows like Hamilton and Come From Away.

16 Rainbow Room

Rainbow Room is a buffet joint and no one ever expects celebrities to eat anywhere that they are not being served at. However, the Rainbow Room is slightly different. The buffet has so many options and has been described by some celebrities as “over the top”. When in New York, Kylie Jenner dines here and Gaga is a regular. There is even an option for dancing after dinner if you aren’t too stuffed and some other great entertainment. This place is so established that Jimmy Fallon also hosted his book release party here. Can you imagine how many A-listers that event pulled in?

15 Bagatelle

Bagatelle is in the Meatpacking District which is a hotspot within itself. If there is anywhere that you want your establishment to be it’s in the Meatpacking District. Bagatelle draws a crowd that includes moguls, musicians, actors, and has done so steadily for the last 10 years. The restaurant is French-Mediterranean and consistently gets rave reviews. So, which celebrities have to whisk through the doors of Bagatelle? Beyonce and husband Jay-Z, Mariah Carey, Kevin Hart, really the list is endless. But we have to admit not everyone may be able to afford to dine at this place. But you can always wait for a celeb to walk in or out.

14 JG Melon

Nick Jonas swears by JG Melon when he is in New York. The establishment may look like a dive bar from the outside but once you go inside it has a cool vibe. Like a place, you can hang out at with a cold beer and rave-worthy burgers. They cater to all kinds of burgers including a tuna burger that has so many fans on the gram. If Jonas can go here and feel at home then why can’t anyone else? This is the kind of joint that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner and who knows maybe you will see Nick there with his fiancee Priyanka Chopra. Gigi Hadid even made this place uber popular by eating one of their delicious burgers on live TV.

13 Serendipity 3

Celebs like touristy spots too. Actress Olivia Holt recommended Serendipity 3 during an interview with InStyle. The cafe/restaurant/general store has been kicking around since 1954. They have had celebrities like Marilyn Monroe, Andy Warhol, Grace Kelly,and Cary Grant. That is some serious history. The fact that this hot spot is still able to draw a crowd after all these years is amazing. Nowadays, you can see celebs like Beyoncé, Ryan Reynolds, Selena Gomez, and Kim Kardashian. The restaurant has even had 3 films made there; One Fine Day, Serendipity, and Trust The Man. Looking for something simple here? Olivia Holt raves about the frozen hot chocolate.

12 The Mark

With a celebrity chef comes celebrity clientele, right? This restaurant is located just a few steps away from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Guggenheim. This is a hotspot with sightings from the likes of Kylie and Kendall Jenner who chose to dine here before they graced the extravagant red carpet of the MET Gala. Anna Wintour has also been spotted here and Oprah!. Can you imagine dining just a few seats down from Oprah? Or creepily watching her dine through the window? celebrity chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten apparently makes a brag-worthy truffle pizza here. If you can afford it, get a reservation.

11 Del Posto

Italian classics are given a bit of a kick here at Del Posto. However, we have reason to believe that people mostly come here for the atmosphere. This restaurant looks so beautiful and elegant you will spend most of your time looking around at the decor rather than the menu. We assume celebrities love coming here because they offer a private dining area. As for the menu, everything is locally sourced and sustainable two buzzwords that catch everyone’s eye. They offer a fixed price menu for lunch and dinner so if you save up you can spend about $200 a person to hopefully dine next to a celeb.

10 Pick 6ix

This new-ish sports bar is part-owned by Drake and has quickly become the new hotspot in Toronto. If you are looking to get chummy with some celebrities. Pick 6ix is located in Toronto near the Air Canada center which is another hotspot to do a bit of star sighting. Drake certainly knew what he was doing when he went into this investment opportunity. The establishment has already attracted a few NHL players (of course). Drake has also made a couple appearances with a few of his famous friends. This isn’t just a bar though they apparently serve up some really tasty food.

9 Fogo Island Inn

Fogo Island Inn is located in Newfoundland and has a reputation of being just breathtaking. There has been a steady flow of celebrities running through here because who doesn’t want to spend a few days away in a bit of seclusion. Some of there famous patrons include Justin Trudeau the Prime Minister of Canada and Gwyneth Paltrow. In fact, Paltrow described this place as simply “heaven”. Imagine getting a glowing review like that from such an A-list celebrity. The inn is described as an island off of an island. You would be surrounded by fresh seafood and maybe get to spot a celeb or two.

8 Lake Rosseau

On one of Muskoka, Ontario's “Big 3” lakes, Lake Rosseau has plenty of homes owned by some big-name celebrities. Fans of the Real Housewives Franchise know that the Canadian cast all spend various times of the year there. However. Did you know that Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn own a mansion there? Muskoka has this very high-end feel to it and because of this inclusivity, many famous people flock to this beautiful, picturesque place. Comedian Martin Short also has a beautiful mansion in Muskoka. Don’t worry there are a lot of affordable places for others to stay there. Most people don’t even go there to star sight.

7 Shangri-La Toronto

During the Toronto International Film Festival, celebrities flock to the Shangri-La as one of the hotspots to mingle. There are 202 rooms but a lot of the celebs you see there are not even staying there mostly because the place fills up so quickly. However, they are there sometimes for the private screening room on the 3rd floor or visiting other celeb friends. Some of the famous names that have stayed at the Shangri-La are, Jessica Chastain, Jake Gyllenhaal, Dakota Johnson,and Joel Edgerton. You will find swarms of people hanging out there waiting for their chance to spot a celeb.

6 Lake Joseph

Tom Hanks, Cindy Crawford, Steven Spielberg all own homes in Lake Joseph. In fact, the area is dubbed Billionaires’ Row. So, how can you not want to make a trip up here and just hang around in hopes that you see someone famous? Lake Joseph is the kind of place where you can lay back and relax, it’s one of those places that if you don’t own or rent a place where you really shouldn’t be there so, try to blend in when you happen upon this place. Even if you don’t want to meet a celebrity but want to party with some rich people this is the place to be.

5 Sassafraz

Everybody’s gotta eat right? Even celebs get hungry although though most of them don’t look like they eat anything. Sassafraz is located in Yorkville in Toronto and the food spot is booming. It is the go-to place for star sightings the stakes are raised a bit when the festival is in town. Fans and publications have reported seeing Colin Firth, Michael Douglas, Robert DeNiro, and Susan Sarandon all dining here. Outside of festival time, Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Topher Grace, Scarlett Johansson, and Chris Pine have all been spotted here. We would say chances are high you will meet someone on your bucket list.

4 Momof*cku

Momof*cku is located right beside the Shangri-La, prime location for well-renowned chef David Chang. The restaurant has had many celebrities walk through its doors since opening and it’s not only during TIFF. This restaurant is so well connected that for the shyer celebs there is even a shortcut through the Shangri-La directly into the eatery. Some of the famous people spotted eating here include Robert Downey Jr., Al Pacino, Felicity Jones, Ralph Fiennes, and Liam Neeson. Whether they are in the city to film a movie, make an appearance, or premiere a film there is a good chance that Momof*cku will be one of their stops.

3 The Château Frontenac

Stand outside the doors (or backdoor) of The Château Frontenac and you can guarantee that you will see someone famous. The hotel located in Quebec City has a rich history and it’s extremely old. So old that it has accommodated celebrities like Alfred Hitchco*ck and Queen Elizabeth II. For the more modern celebs, we are talking Leonardo DiCaprio, Steven Spielberg, Paul McCartney, and Celine Dion. In fact, staying here for Dion is like a trip down memory lane, the singer actually got her big break at the hotel when she sang in front of Sony executives. It’s a grand place fit for the elite. You can’t miss it, it literally towers over the beautiful city.

2 Blue Water Cafe

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Blue Water Cafe is the place to be when looking for a great seafood meal. It’s famous among the locals but good enough for super famous people like Ryan Reynolds, Chrissy Teigen, and Neil Patrick Harris. This isn’t an everyday spot because the price of food can run pretty high, like upwards of $100.00. Keep in mind it is normally reservation only but it’s kind of worth is not only because the food is promised to be tasty AF. But, because you may get to creepily watch a celebrity eat their meal because we all know how much they love when people stare at them.

1 Whistler

If you love skiing and celebrities then look no further than Whistler, British Columbia. This is the place to be when you want a nice vacation but at the same time have something eventful happen like see a celebrity take a nosedive. Some of the celebrities that have been spotted taking in the fresh air from the highest peak possible there is Ricky Gervais, Seal, Heidi Klum, Ashton Kutcher, Katie Holmes, and freaking Prince Charles (never too frail to Ski, right?). Whistler is its own little ski town that caters to an experience they don’t want their clientele leaving there feeling exposed or violated. So, the staff at the hotel shops and restaurants have to sign a non-disclosure agreement when they start working there.