An outdoor dining guide to New York City

Updated March 13, 2024
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.
BBQ restaurant serving up Southern specials including baby back ribs, brisket and smoked wings.
Patio
Mexican cafe and agaveria bar with a Tulum-inspired vibe.
Patio
Sidewalk
Bridge and tunnel themed restaurant for classic American cuisine, craft beers and cocktails.
Sidewalk
Vivacious bar for drag brunches, live music and generous bar food.
Heated
Sidewalk
Streetery
Welcoming Irish pub for cocktails, craft beer and DJs.
Awning
Sidewalk
Streetery
Pared-back seafood and raw bar with vegetarian options and cocktails.
Garden
Outré coffee and cocktail bar with an out-there menu to boot.
Awning
Garden
Lively bar for craft brews, cocktail specials and a BYO food policy.
Patio
Thai hawker-style food in a relaxed setting.
Garden
They go big on sandwiches at this Queens deli and diner.
Sidewalk
Streetery
Czech beer and classic eats at this family-friendly beer garden.
Garden
Head to this Queens gastropub for inventive cocktails, elevated bar food and live music.
Garden
Heated
Streetery
Local hangout for classic bar food, craft beers, wine and cocktails.
Garden
All-day Italian dining and New York original old school pizza pies.
Patio
Former autobody shop with a Quebecois spin on steakhouse classics.
Patio
New York classic coffee chain with relaxing back-garden.
Garden
Understatedly-cool Neopolitan pizza and pasta with gluten-free options.
Garden
Vibrant Mexican restaurant with an extensive mezcal and tequila list.
Patio
Covered
Authentic Italian with modern flair located on the waterfront of Long Island City.
Awning
Patio
Relaxed pizzeria for Sicilian slices, pasta and entrées.
Patio