Best New York Outdoor Dining Cafes and Restaurants: A List

Finally, in New York, the quarantine, which lasted almost three months, was weakened. Today, people have the opportunity to go to a restaurant for dinner, instead of ordering home delivery meals. Many institutions have adapted to the current realities and offer visitors a safe environment. The publication told where to go for dinner next weekend New York Post.

For several months, New Yorkers were forced to adhere to strict quarantine in connection with the coronavirus pandemic. In order to stop the mass distribution of COVID-19, the authorities were forced to stop the business, which is not important for the life support of the city. In this regard, there was no question of visiting cafes and restaurants - you could only order home delivery of food.

But gradually, the health situation improved. The metropolis began to gradually return to normal life. On June 22, five New York regions entered the third phase of quarantine cancellation. As part of this phase, restaurants, manicure and tattoo parlors resumed their work. They work in a limited mode: people are let in only in protective masks and in a limited number.

Those planning to go to a restaurant for dinner are advised to reserve tables in advance. The fact is that the occupancy rate of the premises cannot exceed 50%. This allows you to arrange tables at a safe distance from each other, and, of course, reduces the capacity of establishments.

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The following is a list of establishments that adhere to city instructions, including the safe distance between tables, wearing masks, and the presence of hand sanitizers.

Here is a list of the best places to eat outdoors in New York.

Manhattan

Soho: Emilio's ballato

This Italian restaurant again welcomes guests, but in a new way. There are four tables on the sidewalk and two on the street behind the fence. And there is also a "secret garden", where four tables were additionally placed. This was told by chef Anthony Vitolo, whose father, Emilio Vitolo, owns the establishment. “We never thought of opening it (back yard. - Ed.), but now that we need more space, we got the owner's permission to use the backyard. We turned it into a beautiful garden courtyard, ”said Anthony.

In this restaurant you can order rigatoni with zucchini for $ 32, tagliatelle with Bolognese sauce for $ 32, Parmesan chicken for $ 38, as well as other Italian dishes.

You do not need to book a table, customers are served in a queue.

Address: 55 E. Houston St .; 212-274-8881.

West Village: White horse tavern

This establishment is one of the largest outdoor patios in the city, with a capacity of approximately 40 seats.

Try a burger with french fries for $ 15, a homemade fried beef sandwich for $ 17, and a $ 16 fried chicken sandwich. Light summer meals, such as watermelon salad and grilled shrimp, will be available by the weekend.

The tavern opens at 17:00; You cannot reserve a table, so come early.

Address: 567 Hudson St .; 212-989-3956.

East Village: Il posto accanto

Outside this Italian restaurant there are six tables. The menu is disposable, and the seats are disinfected after each visitor. Employees of the institution promise to ensure that guests comply with safety rules.

Chef Beatrice Tosti di Valminuta prepares dishes using fresh, local produce. Their famous $ 22,50 gnocchi will continue to be served on Thursdays, and their $ 27 lasagna on Sundays, but now on "real, grown-up plates" instead of the containers they usually use for home delivery.

The restaurant is open seven days a week. Seats are limited, so it is recommended to book a table in advance.

Address: 190 E. Second St .; 212-228-3562.

Soho: 12 chairs

This small Israeli restaurant is once again open to visitors. There are tables in the open air in compliance with the rules of a distance of 1,8 meters.

The restaurant has an extensive menu, portions are large and reasonably priced. The most popular dishes are hummus for $ 10, schnitzel for $ 20 and shakshuka for $ 14.

You cannot reserve a table at this time. But the restaurant management plans to revise this policy with the transition of the city to a new phase of quarantine lifting.

Address: 56 MacDougal St .; 212 254-8640.

Midline: Le Rivage

In this French restaurant you can feel like a real Parisian or Parisian. Choose one of the pretty tables outside to enjoy the $ 26 award-winning French burger with onion soup.

Booking is optional, tables can be taken in order of priority.

Address: 340 W. 46th St .; 212-765-7374.

Hell's Kitchen: Taboon

This Mediterranean restaurant has even more space for visitors looking to relax in the fresh air. The tables were set up under a canopy, where you can hide from the scorching sun and, of course, order one of the restaurant's specialties. For example, lamb kebab for $ 38 - now it is "nicely served on a plate" instead of in a box.

It is recommended to visit this place with a small company, because most of the tables can accommodate up to two people.

Address: 773 10th Ave .; 212-713-0271.

Midtown (East and West): The perfect pint

This is an Irish pub, where they also cook very tasty. Tables are installed both on the sidewalk and on the roof.

Try grilled beef steak for $ 32 and homemade beer for $ 6 or wine for $ 7.

Book a table will not work, and keep in mind that by evening it becomes crowded.

Address: 123 W. 45th St. and 203 E. 45th St.

Harlem: Melba's

This Harlem restaurant features the elegant simplicity of American cuisine that can be enjoyed in a delightful romantic setting.

Tables are located at a distance of 1,8 meters from each other. In the restaurant you will be provided with masks if you forgot yours at home.

Try waffle chicken for $ 18,95 and sweet potato pie for $ 7,95.

Address: 300 W. 114th St .; 212-864-7777.

Upper West Side: Jacob's Pickles

This popular Upper West Side restaurant is located next to a lush private garden with several tables. Green spaces contribute to a pleasant rest in the shade.

Order yourself pickled green tomatoes for $ 5 dollars and tacos for $ 21 dollars.

Address: 509 Amsterdam Ave .; 212-470-5566.

Upper East Side: Shop by Department

Lexington Avenue and 90th East Street have 13 wooden tables painted in various colors and designed for two to five people. The atmosphere here is very cozy.

Try the corn fusilli, basil pesto, and homemade ricotta for $ 22 half or $ 34 full.

Reserve a table at OpenTable from 16 p.m. to 00 p.m. every evening.

Address: 1402 Lexington Ave .; 212-831-1402.

Upper East Side: Jg melon

10 tables decorated with signature green and white tablecloths are located along Third Avenue and down 74 East Street.

JG Melon, founded in 1972, is a restaurant serving hamburgers from $ 12, fries for $ 6,75 and Bloody Mary for $ 11.

If you want to sit in this restaurant, come early. Previously, only cash was accepted here, but the pandemic made adjustments, so today you can pay with a credit card.

Address: 1291 Third Ave .; 212-744-0585.

Brooklyn

Park Slope: Crafting

In this establishment you can enjoy lunch in an aesthetic setting. An unusual atmosphere is formed by plants, from which barriers are created in the back of the restaurant. So today this restaurant resembles an “oasis”, as its owners say.

An eclectic mix of music sounds here - from French synth-pop to American alternative.

French-Vietnamese menus include $ 28 grilled pork chop and $ 18 banh shrimp.

The best time for dinner is around 20:00 pm when it gets cooler. The coziest table is located in the far right corner.

Address: 162 Fifth Ave .; 718-230-1835.

Govanus: Parklife

There are shady canopies, trees and fences from living plants. This is a great place for those who want to truly relax. Each table has small paper bags with masks and hand sanitizers.

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Funky music sounds here.

The menu includes Mexican dishes. Try jujje kebab for $ 6. This is a Turkish chicken dish with saffron yogurt wrapped in a flour tortilla.

Address: 636 Degraw St .; 646-949-4636.

Prospect Heights: High quality

This Michelin-starred Mexican establishment has five tables on the sidewalk. The patio space is 27 square meters. There is no menu, it was replaced with QR codes - the client just needs to scan this code and select a dish. For example, guacamole for $ 13,50 is a favorite of many visitors.

Address: 552 Vanderbilt Ave .; 718-622-1111.

Prospect Heights: Art Cafe + Bar

This art cafe, located behind a colorful fence and covered with vines, boasts a garden of 111 square meters. It is designed for 30 seats, the service here is round-the-clock.

Come here with a small company of four to six people.

The menu offers fried fish for $ 22, cabbage salads for $ 6-8.

Address: 884 Pacific St .; 516-690-0549.

Greenpoint: Oxomoco

This bright, elegant, Michelin-starred Mexican town has wood-fired food. Now it uses an outdoor patio with an area of ​​33 square meters, which has been expanded to the street. It is designed for 16 seats, but will double in the coming weeks and will be able to accommodate about 38 people.

The menu is still limited, but includes favorites like guacamole with smoked cherry tomatoes for $ 16 dollars, pork carnites for $ 17-24 and strawberry cakes for $ 12.

Be sure to reserve a table in advance. The facility is open from noon until 21:00.

Address: 128 Greenpoint Ave .; 646-688-4180.

Green point: The springs

Located in Greenpoint, this welcoming location features a spacious Palm Springs-style patio. It is ideal for a relaxing break at one of the tables with umbrellas located near the fountain with blue water.

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This is a great place to freshen up with one of the institution's signature cocktails. For example, Aperol for $ 14. You can also order fish tacos, fried chicken sandwiches, and more.

It is recommended that you book a table so that you are guaranteed to get here for dinner.

Address: 224 Franklin St .; 347-227-7114.

Trouble-Stay: Bar camillo

After reopening, visiting this restaurant has become even safer. Here appeared a courtyard with an area of ​​28 square meters, which was closed before the pandemic. In addition to the five tables in the courtyard, they also placed four on the street in front of the restaurant.

New security measures include one-time menus and 1,8 meters between tables.

Try their appetizers: a platter of pickled anchovies and buttered bread for $ 9 and parm antipasti eggplant for $ 15. But their specialty is pinsa - a flatbread pizza priced from $ 13 to $ 19, which comes in different types (check with the waiter).

It is recommended to reserve a table in advance so that you do not waste time waiting.

Address: 333 Tompkins Ave .; 347-533-6340.

Queens

Sunnyside: Pete's grill

For the first time in the 12 years of the existence of this diner, a terrace appeared on the site of the former parking lot. Now about a dozen tables with umbrellas are placed at a safe distance from each other.

As with any self-respecting eatery, the vast selection includes everything from omelets and waffles to a variety of burgers. Choose the popular $ 10,45 Cowboy Burger with bacon, barbecue and American cheese, and don't forget to try the $ 12 vanilla ice cream.

No reservations.

Address: 3914 Queens Blvd .; 718-937-2220.

Bronx

City Island: Johnny's reef

Visit this establishment to enjoy a break at one of the outdoor tables overlooking Long Island Sound.

It offers both steamed and fried dishes.

Don't forget to bring cash with you - credit cards are not accepted.

Address: 2 City Island Ave .; 718-885-2086.

StatenIsland

Randall Manor: Blue

This restaurant is located on the seafront, just meters from the Kill Van Kull Waterway. There are three open areas where you can stay in compliance with all the rules of social distance.

Locals love to be here, but if you can relax in this restaurant, you can enjoy the beautiful view of the bay and the ships sailing by.

Order their signature dish: a pot of seafood (shellfish, mussels and shrimp), served with rice noodles and vegetables, for $ 28,95.

It is best to arrive at this place early, say, from 16:00 to 17:00 in order to avoid crowding. Table reservations are highly recommended.

Address: 1115 Richmond Terrace; 718-273-7777.