Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in New York City

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Updated July 05, 2025

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DOUGH by Licastri Silver Lake

4.9

4.9 (26)

$31 to $50

American

Clifton

About the restaurant

Established in 2016, DOUGH by Licastri offers the finest pizza and breads, crafted from an almost 100-year-old family recipe perfected by the late Stephen Licastri. Combining traditional techniques with modern methods, our dough features the best ingredients, including all-natural sourdough starter, locally sourced wheat flour, and Fleur de Sel sea salt, culminating in a three-day rise process. Our Silver Lake location on Staten Island provides a unique dining experience with a full bar and outdoor seating, perfect for any occasion. At DOUGH, we are dedicated to delighting customers with fresh, made-to-order food and exceptional ambiance, embodying our motto: “It’s all about the DOUGH!”

Top review

Marie

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Great service and atmosphere! Can’t wait to eat outside when weather is nice Restaurant was very accommodating - couple extra people came & we had some people with food allergies/restrictions Grandma’s Pizza was amazing as was clam pizza All the food and drinks were very good Will return and highly recommend

Ovelia Psistaria Bar

4.8

4.8 (296)

$31 to $50

Greek

Astoria

About the restaurant

Greek Grill House offering traditional and modern fare.

Ovelia offers a taste of modern Greek lifestyle and philosophy via its food, cocktails, sounds and environment.

Peter Giannakas, scientist turned chef stays true to the core roots of Greek cuisine twisting fresh flavors into new classics.

The traditional fare executed by Ioannis and Evangelia Giannakas brings 55 years of experience to the kitchen"s flames.

Designed by Chris Giannakas, Ovelia's decor marries organic elements with modern innovations suggesting a dining experience that is refreshingly familiar.

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Jillian

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Everything from drinks to apps to entrees to desserts was amazing! VERY gluten free friendly. Staff went out of their way to help with the surprise birthday celebration and made sure it was modified to be gluten free. Food was absolutely delicious! Can’t say enough good things. Beautiful on a summer night with the open layout. Will definitely be back.

Yves

4.7

4.7 (255)

$30 and under

French

TriBeCa

About the restaurant

Yves is a charming French restaurant located in a historic 200-year-old Seafarers Inn in Tribeca. With its minimalist design and art-filled ambiance, Yves embodies a sense of community, blending fashion and design with a welcoming vibe. The menu features classic French dishes with a modern twist, offering refined yet approachable options. Highlights include appetizers like Little Gem Salad and Tuna Tartare, main courses such as Moules Provençale and Whole Grilled Branzino, and delightful desserts like Profiteroles and Chocolate Tart Cake. Yves provides a warm atmosphere with an intimate 46-seat indoor dining area and an additional 80 outdoor seats for people-watching and enjoying the city’s energy. Experience the essence of Parisian charm right in the heart of Tribeca at Yves.

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ThomasVIP

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

Perfect bistro experience. Food was great, service was great. Very enjoyable.

A to Z on the fifth Rooftop

4.7

4.7 (136)

$31 to $50

American

Midtown East

About the restaurant

A to Z rooftop is a new rooftop located 16 East 39th Street on the 22 floor of boutique Hyatt hotel with a 360-degree view of skyscrapers of Manhattan, fantastic view of the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center and the north side is a 93-story One Vanderbilt. Rooftop is designed by Paul Vega co-founder of VLDG design who is known for his design and collaborations with W Hotels. Rooftop offer a high- energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of steak filet mignon ,fresh pasta , fish Branzino ,Dover Sole ,Chilean Sea Bass, upscale cocktails and elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic decor. A to Z s menu features reimagined classic American and Italian cuisine on the highest quality of meat ,fish and fresh pasta.

Private igloos can be reserved for 2 to 10 guests with no minimum spending required. For walk-in guests, there is also no minimum requirement. You can find more information about our igloos on our website

Top review

Laura

Dined 3 days ago

We booked Fourth of July dinner for 7:15pm and we booked it over one month in advance . Once we got there they seemed annoyed and spoke in another language to each other and then one said I’m sorry but we tried calling u to tell u that u have to leave at 8:30. I said oh no that’s ok we can leave then ….then one guy says oh no it’s ok u can stay . Made us feel unwelcome and awkward during our time there.

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Experience

Happy Hour at AtoZ Rooftop!

PSARAKI

4.7

4.7 (108)

$31 to $50

Greek

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Psaraki, meaning “little fish” in Greek, is the creation of longtime hospitality veteran James Paloumbis.

The restaurant evokes the charm of seaside tavernas found along the shores of Greece. It offers spectacular views of the Brooklyn Bridge, the Manhattan skyline, and the Williamsburg Bridge, juxtaposing the tranquility of its serene ambiance with the vibrant energy of nearby Manhattan. Psaraki is a place to unwind, enjoy a perfect cocktail, and savor traditional homemade Greek dishes meant for sharing while escaping NYC's hustle and bustle.

Psaraki’s menu is inspired by James’ culinary philosophy, which he terms “homemade”, where each dish is a testament to the authenticity and connection of family recipes, traditionally prepared and presented as if one was a visitor in James’s seaside home. Guests can enjoy a sampling of classic Greek dishes and a selection of Greek island favorites.

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Agnes KristinaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

This place is absolutely amazing! The food, ambience, the service are phenomenal! James, the manager, is very passionate about his place and the overall satisfaction of all his customers! Highly highly recommended!

Montesacro BK

4.6

4.6 (227)

$31 to $50

Italian

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Williamsburg, Montesacro introduces Pinsa and pays homage to Roman culinary traditions.

The enclosed garden with a retractable rooftop, perfect for every season, is the ideal spot for a romantic dinner, a casual get together with friends and private events.

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Rocco

Dined on May 14, 2025

Great pinsa and delicious suppli. Service was excellent.

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Popular dish

Garbatella

Popular dish

Tonnarelli Cacio e Pepe

Daddies

4.6

4.6 (35)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

West Village

About the restaurant

New pizza and pasta spot by chef @frankprisinzano now in the West Village. Like the name, Daddies is plural, for everybody, grandparents, parents, kids, babies... Daddies is for all.

Come and enjoy our Neapolitan inspired pies and our amazing selection of fresh homemade pastas made daily.

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Sonal

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

I liked this restaurant for a number of reasons. The decor and ambiance were super charming. The menu was expansive, they had something for everyone in my party of 10. They accommodated my daughter’s food allergies really well, and the service and food were excellent. Thanks for a memorable meal!

Cha Cha Tang

4.6

4.6 (10)

$30 and under

Chinese

West Village

About the restaurant

Cha Cha Tang is a restaurant by John McDonald and Wilson Tang. The kitchen is led by Chef Doron Wong and offers a playful rendition of a classic Hong Kong diner, “cha chaan teng” which translates to “tea restaurant.”

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RichardVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Easily, the Best Restaurant in New York City of 2025! They hit it out of the ballpark on food, service, ambience and heart (a rare commodity in the restaurant industry).

Brunetti Pizza - West Village

4.5

4.5 (543)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

West Village

About the restaurant

Located just steps away from the Whitney Museum, The High Line and Chelsea Market, Brunetti Pizza is as real as it gets: fresh ingredients, family recipes, a curated wine and beer menu and a whole lot of passion. Sure, a hand-built wood-burning oven helps, too.
Bring your friends, pull up a chair, find what you love and eat it.

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BarbaraVIP

Dined 5 days ago

The crust on the Neapolitan pizza was decidedly better than it was on their thin crust pizza, I didn't think the vodka pizza was particularly good, and the Neapolitan margarita while tasty, had very little cheese. My absolute favorite part of the meal, and the thing that really improved the flavor of the pizza, was the broccoli rabe which was excellent. The place was pleasant to sit in and our server was lovely.

Ovest Pizzoteca

4.5

4.5 (333)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Chelsea

About the restaurant

Ovest Pizzoteca is West Chelsea’s destination for Luzzo’s Napolitan-style dining. Look over the enoteca selection of Italian wines, as well as high scale spirits and beers to keep your taste buds craving your latest vice. Wood brick oven pizza, homemade pasta and authentic panini's are crafted with the owner and master pizzaiolo, Michele Iuliano's, secret dough recipe and expertise. Sitting beneath the High-line, along the reemerging W 27th Street, is the industrial brick walls and high ceilings that houses weekly aperitivo's for the the perfect after work happy hour destination.

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Holly

Dined 2 days ago

Always a great place for a quick bite or a relaxing evening. Wonderful pizza and excellent pasta. Staff is nice and attentive.

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