Suggestions for Outdoor seating near Upper West Side, New York

Yuri Y. • October 17, 2010Go up to the Arthur Ross terrace if its open. Great fountains and just to hang out.

Courtney R. • April 20, 2015Love this cute little wine bar on the UWS. The staff know their wine and outdoor seating is perfect for people watching on Columbus!

Courtney R. • March 27, 2015Great little neighborhood spot with lots of outdoor seating in nice weather.

Brian B. • April 12, 2010Best dog run! Spacious, trees, benches, good drainage (no smell!), great views, big & small runs... Another dog park below the highway when it's raining!

ELS Language Centers • April 13, 2012This is the Empire Hotel from the "Gossip Girl" TV show. Wonderful rooftop bar with great views of Lincoln Center. Go at sunset for the best viewing.

Alec C. • August 9, 2014Great spot to grab a bench, people watch, and even bump into familiar faces.

Eric F. • May 30, 2015Really great outdoor bar and food by the water. Excellent service and lots of options in the sun or shade. Take a walk on the waterfront when you are done sipping your cocktails.

Norelito N. • February 15, 2013Great place to have a drink and enjoy the view on the patio and watch the great shows they have. Awsome place

Bridget G. • June 16, 2016Coffee, cheese plate, Italian wines, patio

Cheryl C. • December 8, 2010Modern yet comfortable design, nice rooftop bar and near Lincoln Center, Juilliard and Broadway. Recommended!

Village Voice • April 22, 2013Sit at the sidewalk seating, perfect for a summer evening, and sample the broad range of bruschetti and uber-fresh pasta. The linguine with clams here is hard to beat!

Brad Z. • January 21, 2013Great place to grab a spring/summer meal to bring to the park or sit on a bench near the Museum of Natural History. Some tasty beers too.

Nicole • June 18, 2015Delicious moussaka, lamb tagine, and thin-crust pizzas. Outdoor seating as well as semi-outdoor tables. Kid-friendly, but no kids menu. The bread they bring out is warm and chewy/crispy. Perfect.

alison z. • August 14, 2020Loved it there!! Fabulous food, outdoor space, music and vibe! Great asset to neighborhood.

Logan F. • September 13, 2016The absolute best wine list in the city if you like old South American reds. The food is rich and delicious. The location and outdoor seating is perfect.

Madeline M. • January 2, 2016Best fried pickles ever. Pleasant terrace and delicious southern-style brunches.

Sarah G. • June 5, 2011During the summer, outdoor cafe Hudson Terrace is open with affordable grilled food and drinks right across from dog park

Julia K. • October 28, 2017Delicious rugelach and chocolate chip cookies! Pretty small interior but on a nice day grab a table outside, relax and people watch.

Richard B. • August 22, 2014Most of the benches are close enough to get a strong free pubilc wi-fi connection to the American Natural History Museum.

Sean S. • September 24, 2017Great cocktails and love the tortas. The place looks busy but not too crowded. Small outdoor space for those sunny days.

marc n. • August 25, 2012Best bet is to bring a beach chair and relax in comfort under either side terraces.

Anna R. • May 28, 2015Cocktails are great... good place to share with friends... Mediterranean tapas... has an outside patio for nice days in the back

Janine V. • November 2, 2014Serenity, thy name is Arthur Ross Terrace. Also accessible without a museum ticket!

Kristi E. • May 9, 2011Great outdoor cafe that wraps around the corner. Brunch is popular but I also like their weekday lunch menu. Try the mediterranean lamb salad.

Karen • July 5, 2022Great outdoor seating for people watching while you enjoy a cocktail and some appetizers.

Julie A. • June 23, 2017Just stunning when in bloom !

Dione D. • April 30, 2013Cute outdoor space to relax, have lunch, and people watch.

Diego F. • June 1, 2016Great park to see the sunset.

Greg M. • June 24, 2018Great patio facing Lincoln Square. Food never disappoints.

FDNY • April 12, 2012Firefighter's Memorial (1912) honors all those who died in the line of duty. Every October the FDNY holds its Memorial Day ceremony at this site, remembering all active members who died that year.