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11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC
Grand Banks is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

1. Grand Banks

9.0
Pier 25 (at N Moore St), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Tribeca, New York, NY · 144 tips and reviews

Justine B.Justine Bloome: Wander to the end of Pier 25 and ahoy, there be a floating restaurant to delight you on a warm and sunny day.

Mr. Purple is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

2. Mr. Purple

8.7
180 Orchard St (btwn Houston & Stanton St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Lower East Side · 179 tips and reviews

Lauren M.Lauren Mac: Summertime spice & the views here are on point. Come on a weekday night after work for the right kind of crowded.

Barbuto is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

3. Barbuto

8.4
113 Horatio St (btwn Jane St & 12th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 335 tips and reviews

Kevin T.Kevin Thompson: Solid spot for a lunch / dinner in the summer. Lots of fresh air / sidewalk seating. Get a half order gnocchi and the roast chicken.

Hudson Clearwater is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

4. Hudson Clearwater

9.1
447 Hudson St (at Morton St), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · West Village · 198 tips and reviews

Jorge H.Jorge H.: Ask for a seat in the back patio for an awesome, intimate evening.

JIMMY is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

5. JIMMY

8.4
15 Thompson St. (at Grand St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · SoHo · 158 tips and reviews

Pippa M.Pippa Malmgren: A pool, a view to die for, a great cocktail list. I could hang out here a lot.

Rosemary's is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

6. Rosemary's

9.0
18 Greenwich Ave (at W 10th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · West Village · 384 tips and reviews

Kate F.Kate Furman: Check out the rooftop for a sweet view! For dinner, don't miss the skirt steak and pasta carbonara.

The Mermaid Inn is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

7. The Mermaid Inn

96 2nd Ave (btwn E 5th & E 6th St), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · East Village · 284 tips and reviews

Meg F.Meg Farmer: Great spot for Sunday for $1 oysters & wine during happy hour. Sit outside, enjoy the sun and people watch.

Lightship Frying Pan is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

8. Lightship Frying Pan

8.4
205 12th Ave (at Pier 66 on W 26th St), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Chelsea · 392 tips and reviews

Eamonn C.Eamonn Carey: Head for the upper deck part - you'll see it just past the first bar. Amazing views.

Uva is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

9. Uva

8.5
1486 2nd Ave (btwn 77th & 78th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 238 tips and reviews

Ana P.Ana Pav: So much truffle *drool* on the menu. Gnocchi was incredible. Try and get seated in the garden at the back if you can - feels like you're in West Village, not UES.

Gallow Green is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

10. Gallow Green

8.9
542 W 27th St (btwn 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Chelsea · 232 tips and reviews

Elizabeth B.Elizabeth Burstein: Fun summer rooftop on top of the Heath which has great jazz music. Lines can be long so get there early

Morandi is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

11. Morandi

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

Elliot W.Elliot Wehner: Great atmosphere and even the inside tables feel outdoors thanks to the big windows that open up. Great pasta options and nice wine list

Maison Premiere is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

12. Maison Premiere

9.1
298 Bedford Ave (btwn S 1st & Grand St), Brooklyn, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Williamsburg · 447 tips and reviews

Mara L.Mara Lecocq: Beautiful decor indoors and great cocktails. Even more beautiful decor outdoors with a romantic patio garden. Love!

230 Fifth Rooftop Lounge is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

13. 230 Fifth Rooftop Lounge

8.1
230 5th Ave (btwn W 26th & W 27th St), New York, NY
Rooftop Bar · NoMad · 714 tips and reviews

Shawn T.Shawn Thornton: Don't worry about going on a chilly day/night. They provide warm robes to chill in while having your favorite drink with a view to love.

Frankies 457 Spuntino is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

14. Frankies 457 Spuntino

9.2
457 Court St (btwn 4th Pl & Luquer St), Brooklyn, NY
Italian Restaurant · Carroll Gardens · 237 tips and reviews

Emily W.Emily Wilson: A perfect spot for a date. When the weather is warm, there is a lovely garden that you can eat in out back. Don't know which wine to order? Try a carafe of the house red.

Gran Eléctrica is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

15. Gran Eléctrica

8.6
5 Front St (at Old Fulton St), Brooklyn, NY
Mexican Restaurant · DUMBO · 203 tips and reviews

Lindsey F.Lindsey Franklin: Killer margs. Great food. And the best backyard.

The Ides at Wythe Hotel is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

16. The Ides at Wythe Hotel

80 Wythe Ave (at N 11th St), Brooklyn, NY
Hotel Bar · Williamsburg · 162 tips and reviews

Alexandros P.Alexandros Plexidas: A bit expensive but the view towards Manhattan is very nice, especially during sunset. Enjoy it with a cocktail in the terrace sitting in a chaise longue.

Fornino is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

17. Fornino

8.8
Pier 6, Brooklyn, NY
Pizzeria · Brooklyn Heights · 82 tips and reviews

Manuel M.Manuel Morales: Nice rooftop spot for pizza and a drink in the middle of the amazing Brooklyn Bridge Park

Birreria is one of 11 Howard + Foursquare Guide to Summer in NYC.

18. Birreria

7.9
200 5th Ave (at W 23rd St), New York, NY
Brewery · NoMad · 326 tips and reviews

Indulgent EatsIndulgent Eats: Eataly's rooftop bar and restaurant is transformed for the summer into Sabbia, with bright decor to make you feel like you're seaside and a coastal menu to pair with the summer vibes.