Ten Hope
St Anselm
Union Pool
Baba Cool
Mothers
BK Jani
The Last Call
Hi Hello Crepes
Amant
Otis
The Ten Bells
Left Hand Path
The Seneca
Nowadays
Father Knows Best
Saraghina
Taqueria Milear
Covenhoven
Ogliastro
Cheryl's Global Soul
Olmsted
Faun
R&D Foods
Weather Up
LaLou
Finn's Corner
Sofreh
Parklife
Gowanus Gardens
One More Charm
Brookvin
Krupa Grocery
WINNER in the Park
Risbo
Sea Witch
Chilo's
F&F Pizzeria
Zombie Hut
Barely Disfigured
Black Forest Brooklyn
June
Poppy's
Cafe Spaghetti
Yard Bar
Hollow Nickel
Miss Ada
Cardiff Giant
Brooklyn Kolache
Masquerade
Pollyn
Sauced
Nan Xiang Express
Blank Street
Homecoming
McCarren Parkhouse
Charlotte Patisserie
Baoburg
El Born
Acre
Fornino
Le Gamin
Little Rascal
Broken Land
Milk & Roses
Levante
Partners Coffee
Ida's Nearabout
Gossip Coffee
Off The Hook
Bohemian Hall
The Bonnie
Pye Boat Noodle
Jones Wood Foundry
Madame Bonte
The SisterYard
Black Fox Coffee
Le Pain Quotidien Kiosk
Sundays Well
Bar Veloce
Howm
Do Not Feed Alligators
Hudson Clearwater
Pera
The RealReal CafeCafe
Soho Diner
Wayla
Book Club Bar
Luz Cafe
Royale
Vinegar Hill House
Bricks & Hops
Bar 47
Mottley
Emilia's
Brewski's

An outdoor dining guide to New York City

Al is collecting the best places to eat and drink outdoors in NYC. Discover hidden backyards, scenic rooftop lounges or sidewalk perches for the best people watching in town.

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Ten Hope

brunch chill – brunch

Laid back Mediterranean eatery with a lush yard and a bustling brunch scene.

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steak

St Anselm

wine steak – wine

Pared-back New American restraurant where premium steaks are the centre of the action.

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bar

Union Pool

casual bar – casual

Lively neighborhood institution to grab a taco, a few beers and take in the scene.

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cafe

Baba Cool

casual cafe – casual

Vibrant and airy all day cafe with backyard petanque.

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burgers

Mothers

beer burgers – beer

A quintessential neighborhood bar with great burgers, wings and local beers.

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burger

BK Jani

pakistani burger – pakistani

Counter service Pakistani kitchen known for their burgers, lamb chops and big flavors

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japanese

The Last Call

cocktails japanese – cocktails

Music focused bar specialising in yakitori, shochu highballs and a full sake menu.

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breakfast

Hi Hello Crepes

casual breakfast – casual

Savoury and sweet crêpes in a neighborhood cafe.

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coffee

Amant

tea coffee – tea

Serene coffee and book store in archictecturally beautiful surrounds.

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american

Otis

cocktails american – cocktails

Eclectic cocktail bar and restaurant in a former tailor shop with family-style dining.

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wine

The Ten Bells

tapas wine – tapas

Unpretentious natural wine, oysters and tapas-style small plates.

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  • Heated

beer

Left Hand Path

cocktails beer – cocktails

Enjoy locally brewed craft beer, cocktails and a lush patio at this neighborhood bar.

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burger

The Seneca

cocktails burger – cocktails

Burger and cocktail bar hidden away in a converted auto garage.

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beer

Nowadays

cocktails beer – cocktails

Groovy taproom with DJs, bar menu, renowned dancefloor and a spacious backyard.

  • Firepit

  • Garden

coffee

Father Knows Best

cocktails coffee – cocktails

Irreverant all-day restaurant with smash burgers, small plates and speciality cocktails.

  • Garden

pizza

Saraghina

wine pizza – wine

Wood-fired pizzas served in a secluded backyard setting.

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  • Streetery

tacos

Taqueria Milear

casual tacos – casual

Classic Mexican cuisine made with handmade tortillas.

  • Garden

beer

Covenhoven

wine beer – wine

Brooklyn taproom and beer shop with grassy garden – don't miss the warm pretzels!

  • Garden

pizza

Ogliastro

italian pizza – italian

Find wood fired artisinal pizza and cocktails in this chic bar.

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casual

Cheryl's Global Soul

comfort casual – comfort

Cosy cafe for pared-back comfort food: wings, burgers and sandwiches.

  • Garden

  • Streetery

upscale

Olmsted

american upscale – american

Upmarket neighborhood spot with on-site kitchen garden and heated outdoor seating.

  • Awning

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  • Heated

italian

Faun

modern italian – modern

Intimate spot for handmade pasta, natural wines and seasonal specials.

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  • Streetery

lunch

R&D Foods

casual lunch – casual

Upscale grocery and cafe specialising in charcutierue, cheese and sandwiches with a homely back yard.

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  • Heated

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beer

Weather Up

wine beer – wine

Chic Prohibition-style cocktail bar with artisan drinks menu and snacks.

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  • Streetery

wine

LaLou

chic wine – chic

Chic wine bar serving elevated plates and an extensive natural wine list.

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beer

Finn's Corner

sports beer – sports

Rock 'n' roll themed sportsbar complete with a backyard pool table.

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persian

Sofreh

wine persian – wine

Contemporary Iranian restaurant with a carefully crafted, ingredients-led menu.

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  • Heated

  • Patio

tacos

Parklife

cocktails tacos – cocktails

Bustling indoor/outdoor restaurant and bar for draft beers and tlacoyos.

  • Garden

cocktails

Gowanus Gardens

trivia cocktails – trivia

Cheery neighborhood spot for fun cocktails, classic bar bites and outdoor trivia nights.

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thai

One More Charm

tea thai – tea

Innovative drinks and Thai classics in a suntrap patio spot.

  • Garden

  • Streetery

wine

Brookvin

cheese wine – cheese

A neighborhood gem for cheese, charcturie and small plates.

  • Garden

american

Krupa Grocery

casual american – casual

A former newsstand is the home of casual weekend brunch and all-day dining.

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sandwich

WINNER in the Park

coffee sandwich – coffee

Hip bakery offering drinks, pastries and picnic fare in an idyllic parkside setting.

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wine

Risbo

chicken wine – chicken

Michelin recommended fast-casual rotisserie served in a picturesque back garden.

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beer

Sea Witch

wine beer – wine

Sea-themed tavern with a plant filled garden with pond.

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  • Streetery

tacos

Chilo's

cocktails tacos – cocktails

Agave spirit bar and taco truck with a large outdoor seating area on picnic benches.

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pizza

F&F Pizzeria

slice pizza – slice

Grab a slice at this innovative and highly acclaimed pizzeria.

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cocktails

Zombie Hut

tiki cocktails – tiki

Fun-loving and authentic tiki bar with large garden space.

  • Garden

cocktails

Barely Disfigured

oysters cocktails – oysters

This speakeasy has a sizeable outdoor space, perfect for locals and cocktail aficionados.

  • Garden

beer

Black Forest Brooklyn

german beer – german

Lively beer garden serving regional specialities and a unique selection of German draft beers.

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wine

June

european wine – european

Stylish natural wine bar serving euro-style small plates.

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coffee

Poppy's

snacks coffee – snacks

Woman-owned cafe and marketplace, specialising in pastries and pantry supplies.

  • Garden

  • Sidewalk

  • Streetery

italian

Cafe Spaghetti

classic italian – classic

Nothing but the hits: Homely Italian cooking served in an ivy-lined backyard garden.

  • Garden

beer

Yard Bar

casual beer – casual

Easy breezy beer garden with draft beers, wine and tacos. Cash only.

  • Garden

beer

Hollow Nickel

cocktails beer – cocktails

Pared-back neighborhood bar and kitchen for custom cocktails and classic comfort food.

  • Garden

casual

Miss Ada

wine casual – wine

Cozy garden and cocktail bar with Middle Eastern fare.

  • Garden

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  • Streetery

beer

Cardiff Giant

cider beer – cider

Popular bar serving alcohol exclusively produced in NY state.

  • Garden

bakery

Brooklyn Kolache

coffee bakery – coffee

Enjoy Texas-style Czech pastries, sweet rolls and fresh drinks.

  • Garden

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  • Streetery

tapas

Masquerade

drinks tapas – drinks

Persian small-plates, cocktails and underground DJs.

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plants

Pollyn

coffee plants – coffee

Sustainable solar powered cafe tucked inside this plant shop. A hidden oasis in the shadows of the Williamsburg Bridge.

  • Garden

wine

Sauced

snacks wine – snacks

Fun menu-free spot with a curated wine selection and expansive back yard.

  • Firepit

  • Garden

dumplings

Nan Xiang Express

noodles dumplings – noodles

Soup dumplings, noodles and fruit iced teas at this fast casual Shanghainese spot.

  • Garden

coffee

Blank Street

tea coffee – tea

High-tech small format coffee chain offering fresh coffee and pastries.

  • Garden

  • Heated

coffee

Homecoming

tea coffee – tea

Modern cafe and flower shop with airy patio.

  • Garden

drinks

McCarren Parkhouse

snacks drinks – snacks

Renovated historic building with food court and park-side seating.

  • Garden

  • Patio

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french

Charlotte Patisserie

cakes french – cakes

Stop by for classic French all-day fare and elegant cakes and pastries.

  • Garden

asian

Baoburg

tiki asian – tiki

Hip tiki-inspired spot for Southeast Asian street-style foods and cocktails.

  • Garden

spanish

El Born

tapas spanish – tapas

Spanish tapas, paellas, wines and cocktails in a convivial brick-exposed restaurant.

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bento

Acre

snacks bento – snacks

Japanese-influenced cafe with hearty, healthy food as its ethos.

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pizza

Fornino

sodas pizza – sodas

Enticing contemporary pizza joint with burrata, arancini and tiramisu.

  • Garden

french

Le Gamin

bistro french – bistro

Authentic French bistro with wines by the glass – don't miss the made-to-order crêpes.

  • Garden

  • Sidewalk

  • Streetery

mezze

Little Rascal

wine mezze – wine

Elevated cocktail bar and mezze in a sumptuous setting.

  • Garden

bar

Broken Land

cocktails bar – cocktails

A neighborhood cocktail bar with a backyard patio.

  • Garden

  • Heated

  • Covered

italian

Milk & Roses

cocktails italian – cocktails

A brick-lined garden is an elegant backdrop for an American menu with a Southern Italian flair.

  • Garden

italian

Levante

casual italian – casual

Understatedly-cool Neopolitan pizza and pasta with gluten-free options.

  • Garden

coffee

Partners Coffee

tea coffee – tea

New York classic coffee chain with relaxing back-garden.

  • Garden

beer

Ida's Nearabout

wine beer – wine

Local hangout for classic bar food, craft beers, wine and cocktails.

  • Garden

coffee

Gossip Coffee

cocktails coffee – cocktails

Outré coffee and cocktail bar with an out-there menu to boot.

  • Awning

  • Garden

seafood

Off The Hook

cocktails seafood – cocktails

Pared-back seafood and raw bar with vegetarian options and cocktails.

  • Garden

beer

Bohemian Hall

sausage beer – sausage

Czech beer and classic eats at this family-friendly beer garden.

  • Garden

beer

The Bonnie

cocktails beer – cocktails

Head to this Queens gastropub for inventive cocktails, elevated bar food and live music.

  • Garden

  • Heated

  • Streetery

thai

Pye Boat Noodle

casual thai – casual

Thai hawker-style food in a relaxed setting.

  • Garden

british

Jones Wood Foundry

casual british – casual

British gastropub focused on classic pub food and large draft beer selection.

  • Garden

  • Heated

  • Streetery

coffee

Madame Bonte

pastries coffee – pastries

Cafe and wine bar with attractive French sandwiches and pastries.

  • Garden

  • Patio

coconut

The SisterYard

coffee coconut – coffee

Coconut cold brew coffee shop found in the lower level of Frick Madison.

  • Garden

coffee

Black Fox Coffee

tea coffee – tea

Coffee kiosk in slick landscaped urban plaza.

  • Awning

  • Garden

coffee

Le Pain Quotidien Kiosk

tea coffee – tea

Coffee kiosk in popular park setting.

  • Garden

beer

Sundays Well

snacks beer – snacks

Expect classic bar snacks pulled off with panache, cocktails and brunch.

  • Garden

wine

Bar Veloce

plates wine – plates

Steal yourself away at this European-style wine bar with small plates.

  • Garden

  • Heated

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latin

Howm

casual latin – casual

Order small plates and sharing dishes at this stylish Latin American restaurant.

  • Garden

coffee

Do Not Feed Alligators

cocktails coffee – cocktails

Stylish cocktails, wines, coffees and pastries alongside books and eclectic evening events.

  • Garden

american

Hudson Clearwater

cocktails american – cocktails

Updated American classics, plenty of vegetarian options and a romantic patio space.

  • Garden

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mezze

Pera

casual mezze – casual

Buzzy Mediterranean restaurant with creative tapas and pidettes, plus live music.

  • Awning

  • Garden

  • Heated

  • Sidewalk

coffee

The RealReal CafeCafe

tea coffee – tea

Hidden garden cafe in chic fashion boutique.

  • Garden

american

Soho Diner

classics american – classics

Retro-themed fun lovin' 24 hour diner with a modern take on some much-loved menu classics.

  • Garden

thai

Wayla

casual thai – casual

Super fresh and zingy homestyle Thai food and cocktails inspired by Bangkok markets.

  • Garden

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coffee

Book Club Bar

wine coffee – wine

Independent bookstore and wine bar with coffee, tea and snacks to boot.

  • Garden

  • Sidewalk

vegan

Luz Cafe

mexican vegan – mexican

Garden dining with a plant-based Mexican menu.

  • Garden

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beer

Royale

burgers beer – burgers

Casual bar for highly-rated burgers, IPAs and patio space.

  • Garden

  • Streetery

upscale

Vinegar Hill House

american upscale – american

Try seasonal New American delights in this relaxed restaurant on the Brooklyn waterfront

  • Garden

beer

Bricks & Hops

burgers beer – burgers

Bustling local beer garden and kitchen for sharer plates and burgers – stop by to watch the game.

  • Garden

beer

Bar 47

cocktails beer – cocktails

Relax and stay a while at this friendly neighborhood pool bar serving up classic cocktails, cold beers and good vibes.

  • Garden

casual

Mottley

lunch casual – lunch

Head up to the rooftop garden at this easy going cafe specialising in pastries and all-day brunch.

  • Garden

italian

Emilia's

pasta italian – pasta

Family owned old-school Italian restaurant serving red sauce classics and gluten free options.

  • Garden

  • Heated

  • Covered

beer

Brewski's

burgers beer – burgers

Grab a beer and a bite at this easy going neighborhood sports bar.

  • Garden