Can't afford a fancy international summer retreat? We have your back with over 80 different local eats, drinks, and outdoors destinations to enjoy this summer throughout New York and New Jersey that'll have you enjoying the season in style.

1. N Y C & N E W J E R S E Y
E D I T I O N

2. CONTRARY TO POPULAR BELIEF, NOT EVERYONE IN NEW
YORK HAS A SUMMER HOUSE IN SOUTHAMPTON.
FURTHERMORE, SUMMER AROUND THESE PARTS IS PRETTY
RAD IF YOU CAN GET AROUND SWELTERING SUBWAYS AND
THE SMELL OF BOILING HOT GARBAGE. HERE, WE’VE
COMPILED SEVERAL SUMMER GO-TOS THROUGHOUT NEW
YORK AND NEW JERSEY TO KEEP YOU SANE WHILE BINGE
WATCHING INSTAGRAM STORIES OF YOUR FRIEND’S
VACATION IN SANTORINI.

3. When you think of summer, you probably think of tropical island
getaways, frozen drinks, swimming in salty water. It’s easy to forget that
despite the sweaty commutes and hustle and bustle, Manhattan is also
an island that's capable of providing you with all those things, the best
the season has to offer. With restaurants, parks, and watering holes
capable of bringing the summer sun to the big city, you don’t need a
plane ticket to get those island vibes you’re longing for.
MANHATTAN
The Honorable William Wall
Bars
385 S. End Avenue in Battery Park
(212) 786-3323
willywall.com
$$
Grand Banks
Bars, Seafood, American (New)
Pier 25 in Hudson River Park
(619) 500-3344
grandbanks.org
$$$

4. La Marina
American (New), Lounges
348 Dyckman Street/Washington Heights
(212) 567-6300
lamarinanyc.com
$$$
PHOTO:
Yelper David F.
Manhattan, NY

5. North River Lobster Co.
$$$ - Bars, Seafood, American (New)
Pier 25 in Hudson River Park
(619)500-3344
northriverlobsterco.com
While you can easily get your hands on a lobster roll in most parts
of Manhattan, North River Lobster Co. is the only place where you
can get a lobster roll while bobbing atop the Hudson River. The
largest floating lobster shack in NYC features fresh seafood, light
fare, mason jar cocktails, buckets of beer, and a raw bar. It’s a
laid-back, casual atmosphere with great views of Midtown, and
each lobster roll comes with a quick cruise that’s included with
price of food and drinks.

6. The Boat Basin Café
Bars, American (Traditional)
W. 79th Street at Riverside Park
(212) 496-5542
boatbasincafe.com
$$
$$Frying Pan
Bars, Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Pier 66 at 26th Street in Chelsea
(212) 989-6363
fryingpan.com
Riverpark
American (New), Breakfast & Brunch
450 E. 29th Street in Kips Bay
(212) 729-9790
riverparknyc.com
$$$
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MANHATTAN

7. Pier A Harbor House
$$$ - American (New), Lounges
22 Battery Place in Battery Park
(212) 785-0153
piera.com
PHOTO:
Yelper Herm B.
Irvington, NJ

8. Mulberry Project
$$ - Lounges
149 Mulberry Street in Little Italy
(646) 448-4536
projectgroupnyc.com
Given the nondescript entrance underneath a random handbag store in
the middle of Little Italy, it’s one of life’s great mysteries how Mulberry
Project was able to pull off one of the best backyard patios in the city
as well. It’s a hip hang with enough space to handle large parties, but
only if you get there early. It routinely fills up fast, so don’t strut in
around sunset with five friends in tow and expect to be seated
immediately. Unless you’re Barack Obama, in that case, you’re
probably going to be just fine.

9. Loreley
$$$ - Italian
7 Rivington Street in Lower East Side
(212) 253-7077
loreleynyc.com
Loreley is the first of its kind
Biergarten in New York City, modeled
after the "Brauhaus" in Cologne. 12
imported beers with German
inspiration are featured on tap, and for
those who want to avoid beer bloat
during the warmer months, they also
feature wines from the Loreley region
and a full selection of liquor.

10. West End Hall
Beer Gardens, American (New)
2756 Broadway in Upper West Side
(212) 662-7200
westendhall.com
$$
Hornblower Cruises
Boat Charters, Tours
Two locations: 353 West Street &
Pier 17 in South Street Seaport
(646) 576-8400
hornblower.com
Blue Ribbon Beer Garden
American (New), Breakfast & Brunch
190 Allen Street inside Sixty LES
(212) 466-0404
blueribbonrestaurants.com
$$
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MANHATTAN

11. Shake Shack
$$ - Bars, Seafood, American (New)
23rd and Madison inside Madison Square Park
(212) 889-6600
shakeshack.com
At this point, we’d be concerned if you weren’t aware of Shake
Shack. But it bears repeating that there’s something special about
this particular Shake Shack in Madison Square Park, the first
location that started it all. On a nice day, you’re going to have to
stand in a lengthy queue for a Shackburger, but you won’t find a
better setting for a draft beer or glass of wine while you dive into
one of the best fast food style burgers in America.

12. Rooftops are a curious thing in Manhattan. On one hand, you
have access to some of the best views in the entire United
States — the New York City skyline. On the other hand, you’ll
be surrounded by 28-year-old hedge fund managers and EDM
bros who worship at the altar of Diplo. Depending on how you
roll, this may be a deal breaker. But if you can let it slide, here’s
a list of rooftops you’ll want to bookmark.
Roof at Park South
Cocktail Bars
125 E. 27th Street in Gramercy
(212) 204-5222
roofatparksouth.com
$$$
Gallow Green
Cocktail Bars, American (New)
542 W. 27th Street in Chelsea
(212) 564-1662
mckittrickhotel.com/gallow-green/
$$$
MANHATTAN

13. Bar SixtyFive
Cocktail Bars, American (New)
30 Rockefeller Plaza inside Rainbow Room
(212) 632-5000
barsixtyfive.com
$$$

14. Top of the Strand
$$ - Bars, Seafood, American (New)
33 W. 37th Street in Midtown
(646) 368-6426
topofthestrand.com
Top of the Strand sits atop the 21st floor of The Strand Hotel in
Midtown, and acts as one of Manhattan’s few year-round rooftop
bars. A retractable glass roof over the intimate rooftop lounge
ensures four seasons of stunning views, so make a special note to
visit in the winter of 2018 as well.

15. The Delancey
$$ - Lounges, Dance Clubs
168 Delancey Street in Lower East Side
(212) 254-9920
thedelancey.com
You could say the roof at The
Delancey is a bit of a hidden gem. Few
music venues in the city have their
own elevated rooftop garden, but
that’s exactly what you’ll find here at
the foot of the Williamsburg Bridge.

16. RARE Rooftop
Cocktail Bars
152 W. 26th Street in Chelsea
(212) 807-7273
rarebarandgrill.com
$$
$$La Birreria
Italian
200 5th Avenue in Flatiron
(212) 937-8910
eataly.com
The Lounge at Pod 39 Hotel
Lounges, Cocktail Bars
145 E. 39th Street in Murray Hill
(212) 865-5700
salvationtaco.com/rooftop
$$
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MANHATTAN

17. Mr. Purple
$$$ - Lounges
180 Orchard Street in Lower East Side
(212) 237-1790
mrpurplenyc.com
PHOTO:
Yelp Elite Ruwan J.
New York, NY

18. The Press Lounge
$$$ - Lounges
653 11th Avenue in Hells Kitchen
(212) 757-2224
thepresslounge.com
Former New York Times food critic
Frank Bruni may have said it best
when he wrote that the Press Lounge
was “without question, one of the
city’s most attractive rooftop bars”.
Who are we to argue with a legend?

19. Tavern29
$$ - Pubs, American (New)
47 E. 29th Street in Nomad
(212) 685-4422
tavern29.com
Rooftop bars have a tendency to be
glitzy and sterile, again, relying more
on sweeping views above all. The
rooftop here at Tavern29 doesn’t have
the skyline views, but it’s a laid-back
oasis that’ll surely scratch your rooftop
itch. They also boast a pretty stellar
beer list.

20. 230 Fifth Rooftop
Cocktail Bars, American (New)
230 Fifth Avenue in Flatiron
(212) 725-4300
230-fifth.com
$$
Rock & Reily’s
Sports Bars, American (Traditional)
218 W. 35th Street in Midtown
(646) 850-2850
rockandreillysnyc.com
Refinery Rooftop
Lounges
63 W. 38th Street in Midtown
(646) 664-0372
refineryrooftop.com
$$$
20
$$
MANHATTAN

21. Loopy Doopy Rooftop Bar
Lounges
102 N. End Avenue in Battery Park
(646) 769-4250
conradnewyork.com/dine
$$$
Cantina Rooftop
Lounges, Mexican
605 W. 48th Street in Hells Kitchen
(212) 957-1700
cantinarooftop.com
Sky Terrace at Hudson
Lounges
358 Hudson Street inside Hudson Hotel
(212) 554-6000
hudsonhotel.com
$$$
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$$
MANHATTAN

22. Aeté Rooftop
$$ - Cocktail Bars
151 E. Houston Street
in Lower East Side
Because SIXTY LES is roughly 50 paces from The Aeté, this
rooftop bar has seemingly flown under the radar. If you
experience large crowds on the roof down the street, remember
the Hotel East Houston for a more approachable hang.
ATTAN

23. BROOKLYN
Steve's Authentic Key Lime Pies
Bakeries
185 Van Dyke Street in Red Hook
(718) 858-5333
keylime.com
$$
Ample Hills Creamery
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
305 Nevins Street in Gowanus
(347) 725-4061
amplehills.com
$$
The first step toward happiness is being grateful for the things you have —
and here in Brooklyn, we've got it all. After all, this is the County of Kings.
From Williamsburg to Red Hook, Coney Island to Gowanus, Brooklyn is
home to summer destinations that will make you feel like royalty.

24. PHOTO:
Yelper Kaitlyn C.
New York, NY
Brooklyn Cyclones
Professional Sports Teams
1902 Surf Avenue in Coney Island
(347) 343-2454
brooklyncyclones.com

25. Fornino
$$ - Italian, Pizza
Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park
(718) 422-1107
forninopizza.com
Brooklyn Bridge Park is paradise in summer even without the
ability to have a Pier 6 pizza party on the roof. Order the
Calabrese pie, sip on some sangria, and look out at the expansive
view of Lower Manhattan.

26. Zombie Hut
$$ - Tiki Bars
273 Smith Street in Gowanus
(718) 875-3433
Share a Scorpion Bowl or grab a
Frozen Zombie (watch out for the 151
in the straw!) all for yourself while you
play board games in this Smith Street
tiki bar backyard.

27. Brooklyn Ice House
Barbeque, Pubs
318 Van Brunt Street in Red Hook
(718) 222-1865
$
$$Habana Outpost
Cuban, Mexican
757 Fulton Street in Fort Greene
(718) 858-9500
habanaoutpost.com
Berry Park
American (New), Cocktail Bars
4 Berry Street in Williamsburg
(718) 782-2829
berryparkbk.com
$$
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BROOKLYN

28. Threes Brewing
$$$ - Bars, Breweries
333 Douglass Street in Gowanus
(718) 522-2110
threesbrewing.com
PHOTO:
Yelp Elite Roth M.
Cincinnati, OH

29. Forrest Point
$$ - Bars, American (New)
970 Flushing Avenue in Bushwick
(718) 366-2742
forrestpoint.com
Dine in this Bushwick oasis among the
plants, and when you're done get
yourself some s'mores for two, even if
you're alone. We won't tell anyone.

30. Pig Beach
$$ - Barbeque
480 Union Street in Gowanus
(718) 737-7181
pigbeachnyc.com
Barbecue from an award-winning team
and a massive outdoor space with
plenty of games is fantastic enough,
but we just have two words for you:
Triple. Burger.

31. Sycamore
Bars, Florists, Music Venues
1118 Cortelyou Road in Flatbush
(347) 240-5850
sycamorebrooklyn.com
$$
Olmsted
American (New)
659 Vanderbilt Avenue in Prospect Heights
(718) 552-2610
olmstedNYC.com
Cafe Luluc
French, Breakfast & Brunch, Cafes
214 Smith Street in Cobble Hill
(718) 625-3815
$$
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$$$
BROOKLYN

32. KLYLizzmonade
$ - Juice Bars & Smoothies, Bars
334 Furman Street in Brooklyn Bridge Park
(718) 855-8930
lizzmonade.com
Quench that summer thirst with some blackberry mint lemonade
or specialty sangria as you sit by the Pop-Up Pool in Brooklyn
Bridge Park. A few poolside sliders never hurt anyone either.

33. QUEENS
Lemon Ice King of Corona
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
52-02 108th Street in Corona
(718) 858-5333
thelemonicekingofcorona.com
$
International Night Market
Food Stands, Festivals
47-01 111th Street inside NY Hall of Science
queensnightmarket.com
$
Queens, known as the "world's borough" for being the most ethnically
diverse urban area on the globe, is also the largest of the five boroughs of
NYC. Vast ethnic communities also mean an endless variety of ethnic
foods, which makes Queens a destination for great eats and exploration of
world cultures. Whether it's checking out the beaches or one of many
museums, extend your summer staycation in the home of the New York
Mets, the US Open (tennis), and pay homage to musical legends such as
Louie Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, and various hip hop pioneers including LL
Cool J, Nas, and Run DMC.

34. PHOTO:
Yelper Monica F.
Manhattan, NY
El Palacio de Los Cholados
$ - Juice Bars & Smoothies, Colombian
83-18 N. Boulevard in Jackson Heights
(917) 436-5649

35. Leaf Bar & Lounge
$$ - Lounges, Cocktail Bars
133-42 39th Avenue in Flushing
(718) 865-8158
leafbarandlounge.com
Grab a cocktail or a snack on one of Flushing's destination
nightlife spots. Leaf Bar & Lounge provides a green oasis in
bustling downtown Flushing where one can drop by for a
botanically-inspired cocktail. On a rooftop set against a
panoramic view of Queens and the distant Manhattan skyline.

36. Gantry Plaza State Park
Parks
474 48th Ave at Hunters Point
(718) 786-6385
The best view of Manhattan, in the
heart of LIC. Take a moment to admire
the rugged beauty of the park's
centerpieces — restored gantries.
These industrial monuments were
once used to load and unload rail car
floats and barges; today they are
striking reminders of our waterfront's
past.

37. Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Parks
11101 Corona Avenue in Flushing Meadows
(718) 760-6565
Rockaway Beach
Beaches
8601 Shore Front Pkwy in the Rockaways
Astoria Park Pool
Swimming Pools
19th St and 23rd Drive in Astoria
(718) 626-8620
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QUEENS

38. Rockaway Beach Surf Club
$ - Tacos, Cocktail Bars
302 Beach 87th St. in the Far Rockaways
rockawaybeachsurfclub.com
PHOTO:
Yelp Elite Ann L.
Brooklyn, NY

39. NSBohemian Hall & Beer Garden
$$ - Beer Gardens
2919 24th Avenue in Astoria
(718) 274-4925
bohemianhall.com
One of the most spacious outdoor drinking destinations anywhere
in New York. This Astoria beer garden features a sprawling
backyard with a stage for live music to go hand in hand with
some authentic Czech brews.

40. LONG ISLAND
Croteaux
Wineries
1450 S. Harbor Road in Southold
(631) 765-6099
croteaux.com
$$
All American Hamburger Drive-In
Burgers, Desserts
4286 Merrick Road in Massapequa
(516) 798-9574
allamericanhamburger.us
$
A famous author once said, "There are so many different worlds in Long
Island. That's why it's so fascinating." And she's right. Long Island isn't
your typical strip mall suburb. Enjoy some of the best-rated beaches in
the country, fresh seafood, skydiving, locally sourced adult bevvies —
from cider to moonshine — and so much more. The further out you go,
the more you find!

41. PHOTO:
Yelper Erica Y.
Ocean Beach, NY
Hideaway Restaurant
$$$ - Seafood
785 Evergreen Walk in Ocean Beach
(631) 583-5929

42. Castaway Bar & Grill
$$ - American (New), Seafood
301 Bay Walk in Ocean Beach
(631) 583-0330
castawaybarandgrill.com
Two words: Clam. Jam. From 4–7pm daily, grab $1 clams, $1.50
oysters, 2-for-1 drink specials, and more. Grab a seat by the
entrance for sunset views and people watching.

43. Houser’s
$$ - Bars
781 Evergreen Walk in Ocean Beach
(631) 583-7805
Another solid happy hour in Ocean
Beach, Houser's offers $6 Zippy
Coolers (the second favorite beverage
of Fire Island). Sit out back, enjoy a
lobster roll, and take in the sunset...
and more than a few Zippys.
Another solid happy hour in Ocean
Beach, Houser's offers $6 Zippy
Coolers (the second favorite beverage
of Fire Island). Sit out back, enjoy a
lobster roll, and take in the sunset...
and more than a few Zippys.

44. Wolffer Estate Vineyards
Wineries
139 Sagg Road in Sagaponack
(631) 537-5106
wolffer.com
$$
$$$The Surf Lodge
Hotels
183 Edgemere Street in Montauk
(631) 483-5037
thesurflodge.com
Hush Bistro
American (New), Diners, Breakfast
291 Main Street in Farmingdale
(516) 293-4872
hushamericanbistro.com
$$$
44
LONG ISLAND

45. Hither Hills State Park
Parks
50 S. Fairfield Avenue in Montauk
(631) 668-2554
PHOTO:
Yelper Jim D.
Long Island, NY

46. Prime
$$$$ - American (Traditional)
117 N. New York Avenue in Huntington
(631) 385-1515
restaurantprime.com
Prime still owns one of the best patio
scenes on the north shore. Relax with
a sangria, a seafood tower, and the
sunset over Huntington Harbor.

47. Jones Beach Theater
$$ - Music Venues, Performing Arts
1000 Ocean Parkway in Wantagh
(800) 745-3000
Catch your favorite acts with amazing
views of Zachs Bay at this outdoor
amphitheater. Shows are rain or shine,
so bring your sunscreen and a poncho!
Pro-tip: Drop something extra for a VIP
pass to enjoy adult bevvies with stage
views.

48. Oheka’s Bar and Restaurant
American (Traditional), Bars
135 W. Gate Street in Huntington
(631) 659-1350
oheka.com
$$$$
Ditch Plains Beach
Beaches
10 Deforest Road in Montauk
Long Beach Boardwalk
Beaches
142 W. Walnut Street in Long Beach
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LONG ISLAND

49. ISLANDLunch Lobster Roll
$$ - Seafood, American (Traditional), Beer
1980 Montauk Highway in Amagansett
(631) 267-3740
lobsterroll.com
Some say that Memorial Day is the unofficial first day of summer.
We argue that summer starts when Lunch Lobster Roll awakens
from hibernation to begin slinging some of the best split butter
top rolls in the state. Celebrities, sand dunes, gardens of summer
flowers, umbrellas, beach balls, picnic tables, and plenty of smiling
faces are what you’ll find daily at this nostalgic roadside shack.

50. NEW JERSEY
Pier 13
Food Trucks, Beer Gardens
1301 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken
(201) 798-8065
pier13hoboken.com
$$
Surf CIty
Bars, Seafood, Sanwiches
1 Marin Boulevard in Jersey City
(201) 516-9000
surfcitybar.com
$$
We know, we know — in the last decade or so, summer at the jersey shore
evokes putting on your nicest t-shirt and fist pumping at the clubs. But it
isn't all just GTL (gym, tan, laundry). Here's the real 'Situation' in Jersey:
aside from some famous beaches, there are also wineries, hiking trails,
skyline views, and enough eats to forget the beach-bod you worked all
spring for. So ferry, kayak, or swim (although we wouldn't recommend
that) across the Hudson and take in all the summer fun that the garden
state has to offer.

51. PHOTO:
Yelp Elite Dexter V.
Paterson, NJ
Liberty State Park
Parks
200 Morris Pesin Drive in Jersey City
(201) 915-3403

52. Grounds For Sculpture
Museums, Venues & Event Spaces
80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton
(609) 586-0616
groundsforsculpture.org
Looking for some outdoor fun but not feeling a beach trip?
Grounds For Sculpture is a beautiful outdoor sculpture garden,
and it seems as if there is always something new to check out.

53. Laurita Winery
$$ - Wineries
35 Archertown Road in New Egypt
(609) 752-0200
lauritawinery.com
New Jersey is home to many wineries,
but it’s no surprise that Laurita stands
out as one of the best. Their outdoor
property is expansive and they are
constantly filling the summer calendar
with goodies. Live music, food truck
fests, and bonfires are just some of the
many things to do at Laurita.

54. Watermark
Lounges, Social Clubs
800 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park
(732) 455-3447
watermarkap.com
$$
$$Pier Village
Shopping Centers
1 Chelsea Avenue in Long Branch
(732) 923-0100
piervillage.com
Stone Pony Summer Stage
Music Venues
913 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park
(732) 502-0600
stoneponyonline.com
$$
54
NEW JERSEY

55. Shore Fresh Seafood
$$ - Seafood
57 Channel Drive in Point Pleasant Beach
(732) 899-0909
shorefreshseafood.com
PHOTO:
Yelper Penprapha B.
Lancaster, PA

56. The Asbury Hotel
$$ - Hotels
210 5th Avenue in Asbury Park
(732) 774-7100
theasburyhotel.com
Asbury Park is one of NJ’s most up
and coming beach towns. And for
good reason — it’s got spots like The
Asbury Hotel! Hang by the pool, sip on
drinks at one of the hotel’s many bars,
and catch a projection movie at the
Baronet rooftop bar.

57. Marucas Tomato Pies
Pizza
601 Boardwalk in Seaside Heights
(732) 793-0707
marucaspizza.com
Coney Waffle Ice Cream and Sweet Shop
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Waffles
803 Ocean Avenue in Belmar
(732) 556-6951
coneywaffle.com
The Parker House
Bars, Seafood
1st Avenue & Bcn Boulevard in Sea Girt
(732) 449-0442
parkerhousenj.com
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NEW JERSEY
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58. JERSEHalifax
$$$ - American (Traditional), Wine Bars
225 River Street in Hoboken
(201) 253-2500
halifaxhoboken.com
We’re all about Champagne, oysters, and skyline views and at
Halifax you can have all of it. Snag an outdoor table and stop by
for brunch, a bite, or an afternoon cocktail.

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