Outdoor dining in New York City wasnt supposed to be a permanent thing.
Sipping an Aperol Spritz is that much more enjoyable when simultaneously people-watching on Lafayette Street.
Soon, the obvious became official: Open streets, and outdoor dining werehere to stay.
Its April 2024 in New York.
So we decided to askVogueeditors where theyre eating out and drinking up during this jubilant time.
As it turns out, the answer iseverywhere, from Bed-Stuy cafes to SoHo hotspots and New York institutions.
I Sodi’s West Village patio.
Below, our picks.
However, when in doubt, check the restaurants website for the latest information.
Not to mention, the Italian menu is tasty with a great assortment of wines and cocktails.
La Mercerie in SoHo.
30 years later, its still happening.
(The Appletini in particular is my favorite.)
I would also suggest ordering the octopus and chicken Milanese.
Photo: Courtesy of Sant Ambroeus
Dessert is also a mustespecially the pistachio semifreddo.
In all honesty, none of the above matters.
Come dessert, the panna cotta is unmissable.
moment I dream of!
The backyard serves as the best escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Dont fret if youre unable to snag a table in the backyardthe greenhouse emulates the same outdoor vibes!
Writers note: for optimal outdoor dining experience order the La Picosa.
The elegant terrace is my favorite place to meet for a champagne brunch or afternoon tea.
Inside the walled garden, youll forget the hustle and bustle surrounding you.
If youre feeling indulgent, try the Croque Monsieur and the signature Eden cocktail.
Im not grandstanding herein 2019, it was officially crowned as the best bar in the world.
verify to try the Champagne Ramosa cocktail made with the unusual, yet delicious, ingredient of burrata water.
Elise Taylor
Dr. Clark, Chinatown
Where else can you sip gin martinis under a disco ball?
It’s perfect for visitors and seasoned New Yorkers alike who want to soak in the sprawling skyline.
Order the cucumber and goat cheese on ficelle.
Its the perfect place to watch the world go by and feel like a visitor in your own city.
Back as of last month, Gitano Island (which famously originated in Tulum) is better than ever.
The first: thats my block.
Two: their new location has the most charming patio in the back.
Dont sleep on their Fizzy Bubbelech).
A must at Jaffa, in addition to their oysters, are their glistening challah rolls.
Its perfect for a late weekend lunch or early dinner after work.
The Greek fare is reliably delicious and its easy to spend hours here without even realizing!
If you could manage to secure a spot on this rooftop, you won’t be disappointed.
Don’t forget to check out the infinity-mirrored bathroom before bidding the night adieu.
It’s relaxed, chic, yet not pretentious.
Christian Allaire, fashion news writer
La Mercerie in SoHo.
Yet there’s something special about Le Dive, a new restaurant that embodies the ambiance of abar-a-vinmeets Frenchtabac.
Perhaps its the interiors, dotted with vintage items sourced from Parisian flea markets.
Or perhaps it’s the wide open windows and wraparound sidewalk seating that sprawls out across Dimes Square.
Order a glass of wine and indulge in cafe societyif only for a night.
Order the escargot and take in the haute hustle-and-bustle of Brooklyn.
The food here is unpretentious and deliciousdescribed as Middle Eastern comfort foodand the setting is similarly delightful.
The best partMiss Adas covered backyard is open all year long, so come rain or shine!
Their outdoor ice cream cart.
Treat yourself to a scoop before walking home.
Best vibes of any establishment I’ve entered in recent memory.
Do so with the steak frites.
Lucy Dolan-Zalaznick, creative development associate
P.S.
Kitchen
The yummy vegan options have turned me into a regular at P.S.
Try the tahini hibiscus cheesecake, and thank me later!
Willow Lindley, accessories director
Sant Ambroeus, SoHo and West Village
Look.
Far from itthe place has been perennially packed for decades.
Truly a secret garden with amazing food.
When I first went, I didn’t know it was vegan and I had a curry chicken sandwich.
Thought it was real the whole time.
Liana Satenstein, senior fashion news writer
Veselka, East Village
Classic Veselka!
24 hours of fun and starch.
Ian Malone
Via Carota, West Village
My indoor and outdoor favorite is always Via Carota!
This was the first restaurant I ran to for a post-vaccination celebration meal.
In fact, I will find any excuse to go to Via Carota.
Inside, the classic haunt offers old-world charm and modern sophistication.
The romantic, vine-covered courtyard provides the perfect setting for an intimate meal or a boisterous dinner party.
Order a dirty martini and the chicken pot pie.
Werkstatt is a neighborhood restaurant with a heart and soul, with food that far transcends its humble setting.
Chloe Schama, senior editor
