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Drinks + sunshine
The Honorable William Wall is one of Drinks + sunshine.

1. The Honorable William Wall

9.1
NY Harbor (near Ellis Island), New York, NJ
Boat or Ferry · 21 tips and reviews
JIMMY is one of Drinks + sunshine.

2. JIMMY

8.6
15 Thompson St. (at Grand St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · SoHo · 158 tips and reviews

3. Pera Soho

7.3
54 Thompson St (at Broome St), New York, NY
Mediterranean Restaurant · SoHo · 93 tips and reviews

Andrea H.Andrea Hong: Service is meh, but go here for the patio. Great spot to sit outside with friends + cocktails, or park on some of the comfy couches in the sun.

Mulberry Project is one of Drinks + sunshine.

4. Mulberry Project

149 Mulberry St (btwn Grand & Hester St), New York, NY
Speakeasy · Little Italy · 225 tips and reviews
Gilligan's is one of Drinks + sunshine.

5. Gilligan's

6.6
310 W Broadway (btwn Grand & Canal St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · SoHo · 58 tips and reviews
Hotel Chantelle is one of Drinks + sunshine.

6. Hotel Chantelle

7.5
92 Ludlow St (btwn Delancey & Broome St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Lower East Side · 237 tips and reviews

7. Anable Basin Sailing Bar & Grill

9.0
4-40 44th Dr (East River & Vernon Blvd), Queens, NY
Bar · Hunters Point · 50 tips and reviews

Janae R.Janae Redmond: Really great outdoor spot, breathtaking views of the city, dog friendly and very laid back!

The DL is one of Drinks + sunshine.

8. The DL

7.3
95 Delancey St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Lounge · Lower East Side · 108 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Head straight to the third floor with its retractable roof for some delicious tapas on a warm summer night – get the PB&J, Truffle Pops and Lobster Crack.

9. VU Bar NYC

17 W 32nd St (rooftop) (btwn 5th And 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Bar · Koreatown · 54 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The perfect rooftop escape that is still manages to be a well-kept secret. On the 14th floor of the La Quinta hotel serving outdoor drinks and views of the Empire State Building.

Soaked @ Mondrian Soho is one of Drinks + sunshine.

10. Soaked @ Mondrian Soho

9 Crosby St, New York, NY
Hotel Bar · SoHo · 11 tips and reviews

11. Library Hotel

7.4
299 Madison Ave (at 41st St), New York, NY
Hotel · Midtown East · 40 tips and reviews

Andrea H.Andrea Hong: If god forbid you find yourself in midtown on a beautiful day, the rooftop here is lovely. Great cocktails, couches to park on, and some covered sections that still let you bask in the sun.

Conosur is one of Drinks + sunshine.

12. Conosur

518 W 27th St (btwn 10th and 11th Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Chelsea · 1 tip
Gallow Green is one of Drinks + sunshine.

13. Gallow Green

8.7
542 W 27th St (btwn 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Chelsea · 232 tips and reviews

Thrillist M.Thrillist Manager: GG -from the Sleep No More team-should never get too crowded due to its reservation-only policy.Enjoy cocktails that come w/ back stories,like the “Blonde In Peril,” which is-hopefully-not your date. Read more.

14. Boat Basin Cafe

W 79th St (at Riverside Park), New York, NY
Café · Upper West Side · 210 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: Cool off with the breeze of the Hudson River – and take in the stunning view – with traditional pub fare and drinks during happy hour on weekdays from 4pm to 7pm.

15. Pier I Cafe

8.9
W 70th St (at Riverside Blvd), New York, NY
Café · Lincoln Square · 179 tips and reviews

Uber NYCUber NYC: This one is a bit hidden, but that makes it one of our favorite spots to hang out for a bucket of beers, and an easy burger w/ fries. Enter on 68th and Riverside and walk down the wooded path.

16. Tavern29

7.5
47 E 29th St (Park Ave), New York, NY
Bar · NoMad · 104 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Each floor has its own distinct feel – we recommend going straight up to the third floor beer hall style rooftop and enjoying a tavern burger and a few craft beers.

17. Lightship Frying Pan

8.6
205 12th Ave (at Pier 66 on W 26th St), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Chelsea · 392 tips and reviews

Teresa W.Teresa W: Douche factor is high, but the view on a warm day is almost worth it.

18. Pod 39 Rooftop Bar

8.4
145 E 39th St (btw Lexington & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Murray Hill · 118 tips and reviews

Brenda B.Brenda Bee: Beautiful rooftop and gorgeous views of the city. Perfect for summer weather. Order drinks two at a time however-- the bartenders take awhile

19. Blue Ribbon Beer Garden

7.2
190 Allen St Fl 2, New York, NY
Beer Garden · Lower East Side · 33 tips and reviews

Village VoiceVillage Voice: Climb up to this new rooftop oasis where you can nom on “numb chips” – aptly named Szechuan pepper chips – whilst swigging a Japanese or German beer. Winner’s circle worthy indeed.

Gnocco is one of Drinks + sunshine.

20. Gnocco

8.0
337 E 10th St (Avenue B), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Alphabet City · 95 tips and reviews
Tavern29 is one of Drinks + sunshine.

21. Tavern29

7.5
47 E 29th St (Park Ave), New York, NY
Bar · NoMad · 104 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: On top of a 19th-century townhouse sits this German-inspired beer garden. You’ll have to journey through two floors of crowds and thumping music to get there, but it’s worth the fresh air and steins.