Naumburg Bandshell is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

1. Naumburg Bandshell

8.5
Central Park (72nd St.), New York, NY
Music Venue · Central Park · 13 tips and reviews

WQXR RadioWQXR Radio: WQXR's Midge Woolsey hosts four live broadcasts this summer from the bandshell. We look forward to sharing these alfresco performances with our fellow music lovers.

Maria T.Maria Tarazona: Here is where everything happens. I mean a lot of cool events are programmed here and they're awesome

Dulcita C.Dulcita Coco: Take a stroll on a Tuesday evening down to the Naumburg Bandshell and enjoy a free orchestral concert! Usually starts around 7:30pm.

Palma is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

2. Palma

8.9
28 Cornelia St (btwn Bleecker St & W 4th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 133 tips and reviews

Kevin K.Kevin Keating: The garden is cute, but covered. Not necessarily a bad thing, but it's not al fresco if that's what you're looking for.

Lindsay C.Lindsay C: Italian cuisine in a cozy, rustic setting. The back garden is beautiful – ideal for al fresco dining and special events.

Merve A.Merve A: A sip of Europe in the middle of West Village. Ambiance is great, so is food!

Morandi is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

3. Morandi

8.5
211 Waverly Pl (at 7th Ave), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 211 tips and reviews

Lindsey K.Lindsey Kim: Steak for two al fresco all tha way

Chad H.Chad Horner: Morandi is a spacious restaurant, particularly in the summer months - an excellent al fresco situation. good food, not quite up to par with some of the West Village heavyweights

Marielle R.Marielle R.: Fried Artichokes, Brussel Sprouts salad, and Lemon Pasta- best meal

Cheri is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

4. Cheri

7.9
231 Malcolm X Blvd (121), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Central Harlem · 14 tips and reviews

NakishaNakisha: This place is absolutely adorable! Great ambiance; quait backyard that's perfect for dining al fresco in the summer. Lovely interiors and most of all: amazing food! Will be back for brunch and dates!

Julie B.Julie B: Love the back garden... So peaceful. Great brunch spot!

Harlem A.Harlem Ambassador: The back garden seems to require "reservations". While the parlour, with it's limited space, is relaxed, so is the service. Be mindful of Euro portions, and prices! At least it's chic and tasteful. 

Fresh & Co is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

5. Fresh & Co

7.3
363 7th Ave (at W 30th St), New York, NY
Salad Restaurant · Chelsea · 104 tips and reviews

Felix G.Felix G: Chicken Fresco Panini all the way!

Melissa P.Melissa Persaud: Chicken fresco sandwich is a MUST. Falafel sandwich is also worth the walk

Rikin D.Rikin Diwan: Chicken fresco sandwich has a great little kick to it.

Roey’s is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

6. Roey’s

7.8
1 Perry St, New York, NY
Café · West Village · 14 tips and reviews

Amit S.Amit Sharma: Great little local pizza spot, food and drinks are great as is the service... outdoor al fresco seating is also a nice touch!

Lina A.Lina Artista: Yummy as usual. They have great salads on the menu too.

Alder A.Alder Adlerson: Wifi password is iloveroeys as of late Aug 2019.

Barawine is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

7. Barawine

8.4
200 Malcolm X Blvd (120th St.), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Central Harlem · 43 tips and reviews

New York PostNew York Post: Stylish wine bar and bistro with a great al fresco patio for warm weather. The menu’s strong on garden-fresh salads and bistro classics, such as hanger steak and branzino provençal. Read more.

Marie E.Marie Etienne - Realtor: The lamb was absolutely amazing. The polenta was the perfect side. Kudos to the chef.

Harlem A.Harlem Ambassador: While the space was jinxed in the past, the new wine bar is a hit with the nabe elites. It's even crowded during a blizzard! An endless wine selection. The lobster carpaccio & skirt steak is a must!

Añejo is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

8. Añejo

7.8
668 10th Ave (at W 47th St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 137 tips and reviews

Tasting TableTasting Table: Pair your tequila with the queso fresco braised with ancho chiles and corn dumplings with charred corn and chorizo: Read more.

H.L.H.L.: Great space and delish food. Braised queso fresco + ceviche trío + quac trío!

Harish H.Harish Hoon: Great weekend brunch options

Cello Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

9. Cello Wine Bar

7.6
229 E 53rd St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Midtown East · 27 tips and reviews

Valerie B.Valerie Bellegarde: Amazing little wine bar...Fico Fresco is the best pizza!

Ariel E.Ariel Elizabeth: Cute & quaint little wine bar. Waitstaff left something to be desired, but the bartender was fantastic. Great wine, delicious food. The fig dishes were a delight!

Kristen P.Kristen Peirano: Great flatbreads especially the white one !

El Jalapeño is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

10. El Jalapeño

7.7
204 W 4th St (Grove St), New York, NY
Food Truck · West Village · 18 tips and reviews

jake f.jake furst: 2 Al Pastor tacos (spicy pork w pineapple) with all the fixins and a Mexican Coke is a fantastic al fresco meal for $8

Dave K.Dave Knapik: The burritos are crazy big! Two tacos for five bucks fills me. Love this truck!!

FoodtoEatFoodtoEat: Some of NYC's best tacos! Order from Jalapeno online at foodtoeat.com

Salinas is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

11. Salinas

8.2
136 9th Ave (btwn 18th & 19th St), New York, NY
Tapas Restaurant · Chelsea · 78 tips and reviews

Carlos M.Carlos Melia: Salinas Restaurant Basque-MED-Balearic influenceGreat TAPAS and full list of wines from the Basque region. Intimate and fantastic dine alfresco. More @ CarlosMeliaBlog.com Read more.

Jason M.Jason Merhaut: Amazing tapas and a super creative coktail menu. Good stuff. Read more.

The New York TimesThe New York Times: Recommended dishes: Crujiente mahonés, shrimp with garlic, jamón Ibérico, braised tripe, pumpkin-and-chicken soup, poached octopus, rosejat rápida, grilled chicken, suckling pig, torrija caramelizada. Read more.

Rosie's is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

12. Rosie's

8.4
29 E 2nd St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · East Village · 129 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Even if you’re sitting inside at Rosie’s, you’ll still get to feel like you’re dining al fresco. Read more.

Tara D.Tara Dîana: I loved everything about this place. Our server, Rosie, was lovely! The sampler and the mango margarita were the best.

Citi BikeCiti Bike: Dock your Citi Bike at 2nd St and 2nd Ave and order the fish tacos. Do it now.

Bella Luna is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

13. Bella Luna

7.6
574 Columbus Ave (88th and Columbus), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper West Side · 38 tips and reviews

Rachel L.Rachel Lloyd: penne alla fresco is the shit!!!!

Tai C.Tai C: Very nice Italian Restaurant on the Upper West Side. Moderately priced. Excellent food and service. Walk-ins are fine. Casual attire. Excellent food.

Anton S.Anton Sokolov: Cold leek soup on a scorcher is just great! Password for wi-fi: chardonnay

City Winery New York City is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

14. City Winery New York City

8.3
25 11th Ave (at W 15th St), New York, NY
Winery · Chelsea · 7 tips and reviews

San S.San San: Beautiful outdoor and indoor space. Great for casual drinks or dinner events

Brandon P.Brandon Papworth: Hawthorne Heights! Learning a lot about emo I should have known lol

Pat D.Pat Dwyer: Seeing @willburkart … My 1st time! The pain is like the shame, you only feel it once.

Gemma is one of The 15 Best Places for Frescoes in New York City.

15. Gemma

8.3
335 Bowery (btwn E 2nd & E 3rd St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · East Village · 192 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Enjoy people watching on a warm evening & dine al fresco. The service is a bit slow but we love the Watermelon & Ricotta Salata and the Linguini Frutti Di Mare. Reservations for hotel guests only.

Nina G.Nina Grazi: Always celebs here on Sunday morning brunch time:) good brunch not amazing great atmosphere usually long wait for table for brunch

LacosteLacoste: Where we go for our Nutella calzone fix. Never heard of it? TRY IT. It's also a perfect spot to enjoy a cocktail after work -- just be careful the wax from the giant candles doesn't ruin your drink!