In addition to Central Park the folks were talking like viewing was still going to be good across the way on other side of lagoon. Part of the reason they said behind Richters would be better for their booth/whatever was that the spot in front of Starbucks world be too crowded. At least I think that’s what they meant.
Also, the view from Battery Park will likely still be awesome as well:
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Area near Simpsons and MiB bridge may be the only bad viewing area for this one if you ask me.