This small Mexican grocer with a grill in the back is home to some of the citys top burritos, made with meats like cecina, bistec, and al pastor. Grand Banks has opened for the season, which means it's officially summer in New York City. The new rooftop restaurant features Japanese small plates along with creative sushi, plus an incredible omakase experience, utilizing only the freshest ingredients. The pandemic made outdoor dining an integral part of New York Citys dining culture, and with Mayor Eric Adams announcement that the Open Restaurants programwhich has allowed 13,000 eateries to offer outdoor seating since COVIDwill continue, New Yorkers can expect another autumn of steetside eating. Youll feel like youre out to sea even though youre completely docked, of course! The rest of the brunch and dinner menus are terrific, too, but its hard to keep from returning to this winner, whether you're at the vaguely vintage bar, dining room or out in the confines of Henry Public's handsome, sturdy outdoor dining structure. Alex Staniloff/Eater NY Also featured in: 14 Sun-Soaked Rooftops. 12 NYC Restaurants for Brunch on Easter Sunday. Be sure to follow their Instagram to see when theyre opening this year! That's because Golden Diner takes things you may have had 100 times before (like cobb salad and club sandwiches) and makes them exciting and new again. Outdoor seating Find a Table 2. Warm weather is here, which means it's finally time to dine outdoors. Without further ado, heres a guide to some of the best outdoor dining spots weve found across NYC! 32 Outstanding Vietnamese Restaurants in NYC, 18 Outstanding Desserts in the East Village. Sign up to our newsletter for the latest and greatest from your city, Fornino has a huge space overlooking the iconic bridge with outdoor seating for 100 currently available. The vibe out front, where a BYOB policy reins supreme and whole suckling pigs are occasionally carried out to tables, is just as good as inside and possibly better if dining in a group, as tables out here can be rearranged to fit larger parties with a little notice. New York City Restaurants with Outdoor Seating View map Sort by: Highest Rating We found great results, but some are outside New York City. 11 Restaurants Restoring Our Faith in NYC Burritos. The Vietnamese restaurant known for its reasonably priced tasting menus has a spacious outdoor seating area with its own koi pond. Both make for comfortable outdoor dining in the rain, with options like khao soi, crab fried rice, and Thai disco fries available. Whether you're looking for a nice backyard or a waterfront hang, here's where to have a meal outside. This corner spots been prime for people watching since it first opened in 2014. While you cant dine outdoors for House of the Red Pearl or the handful of sit-down restaurants, if youre looking for sushi to go, a dosa, or a meal from one of the many fast-casual stalls in Jean-Georges food hall there are plenty of outdoor tables available. Soon to open for the spring/summer is Watermark Beach, their new installation which features 60+ tables, several VIP waterfront cabanas, an outdoor grill, a rotation of live music performers, and a brand new 40-foot outdoor bar for guests to enjoy. is an editor at Thrillist. While the Gowanus location remains a perfect place to waste away an afternoon, Pig Beachs newer 28,000-square-foot Queens outpost offers plenty of real estate to get together with a group. What appears to be a slip of a space on a slip of a street in a picturesque neighborhood tumbles out into a lovely garden secluded from the bustling West Village beyond. The rustic three-story space boasts an outdoor patio, to-go window, private dining room and rooftop garden, perfect for warm weather dining. The expansive outdoor space at Rolos can accommodate up to 38 guests and features a roof overhead, simple picnic tables, string lights, and heaters keeping each table warm.