Outdoor Bars in NYC
It’s one thing to grab a drink inside, but once the weather’s nice, we’d rather be outside with one. So we rounded up some of the best outdoor bars in NYC, from rooftops and backyards to patios perfect for a long afternoon with friends or even a solo date.
4 Berry St | Williamsburg
Photo: Berry Park
Berry Park’s partially covered rooftop is the main event, with skyline views, plenty of beer, and DJs every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Happy hour runs Tuesday through Friday, making this Williamsburg staple an easy pick for an outdoor drink after work or a weekend rooftop hang.
24 Reed St | Red Hook
Photo: brooklyn crab
Minigolf, seafood, frozen margaritas. Enough said. Brooklyn Crab has been a Red Hook staple since 2012, with plenty of outdoor space for cracking into a lobster roll, sipping a piña colada, and getting overly competitive with your friends.
Riverside Park at W 105th St | UWS
Photo: Ellington in the Park
Park day, meet drinks by the Hudson. Ellington in the Park has two levels of outdoor seating for grabbing a beer, splitting some food, and watching the river go by. Dogs are welcome, no reservations are needed, and outdoor service runs April–November.
199 Richardson St | East Williamsburg
PHOTO:FOURFIVESIX
FourFiveSix is one of the many popping spots in East Williamsburg to sip on a cold drink and chill with friends. Grab a Green Chile Margarita or Cucumber Fresco, split some fried Brussels sprouts, and stick around for live jazz on Wednesdays or DJs Friday and Saturday nights.
457 Court St | Carroll Gardens
Photo: Frankies 457 Spuntino
Frankies 457 has been doing Italian-American food in Carroll Gardens for over two decades, but the garden is reason enough to go. Whether you’re stopping by for a glass and a vibe or settling in for dinner, get the meatballs. Even on a hot day. They’re that good.
2268 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd | Harlem
Photo: Harlem Hops
Head through this Black-owned craft beer bar to find a backyard made for catching up over a round. Harlem Hops pours hard-to-find beers from small breweries, with cocktails and bites rounding things out. Try something new, grab a seat outside, and settle in with friends.
56-06 Cooper Ave | Ridgewood
Photo: Nowadays
Nowadays’ huge backyard is where you want to set up camp with a group. Grab Mexican food from The Zumbador, claim a picnic table, and stick around for dancing later. The outdoor space is free Thursday through Saturday!
636 Degraw St | Gowanus
Photo: Parklife
Parklife’s outdoor oasis is an easy move when you want tacos, drinks, and a landscaped patio. The tacos pull from Persian, Mexican, and Texan flavors, so order a few for the table with a margarita pitcher. Then check the calendar for outdoor movie screenings, trivia, or littlefield afterparties if you’re looking to extend the night.
35-37 36th St | Astoria
Photo: PIG BEACH
Pig Beach is where you go when you want BBQ, beers, and enough outdoor space to bring the whole group. Load up on brisket, ribs, or a burger, then stick around for happy hour, karaoke on Wednesdays, or trivia on Thursdays.
445 Graham Ave | Williamsburg
PHOTO: PLUS DE VIN
Plus De Vin is the perfect local stop for an outdoor drink! This natural wine bar offers a laid-back vibe with delicious snacks and plenty of bottles to crack open in their cozy outdoor garden.
222 Bushwick Ave | East Williamsburg
Photo: Tradesman
This rustic East Williamsburg staple has a huge patio, craft beer, cocktails, natural wine, and regular food pop-ups. Pups are welcome on leash, happy hour runs Monday through Friday, and Sundays mean trivia!!!
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Updated September 2026
