NYC & NEW JERSEY

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 MANHAT TAN

When you think of summer, you probably think of tropical island

getaways, frozen drinks, swimming in salty water. Its 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 dont need a
plane ticket to get those island vibes youre longing for.

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
 La Marina $$$
American (New), Lounges
P H OTO :
348 Dyckman Street/Washington Heights
Yelper David F. (212) 567-6300
Manhattan, NY lamarinanyc.com
North River Lobster Co.
$$$ - 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. Its a
laid-back, casual atmosphere with great views of Midtown, and
each lobster roll comes with a quick cruise thats included with
price of food and drinks.
MANHAT TAN

Riverpark $$$
American (New), Breakfast & Brunch

450 E. 29th Street in Kips Bay

(212) 729-9790
riverparknyc.com

The Boat Basin Caf $$

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

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 Pier A Harbor House
$$$ - American (New), Lounges
P H OTO :
22 Battery Place in Battery Park
Yelper Herm B. (212) 785-0153
Irvington, NJ piera.com
Mulberry Project
$$ - 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, its one of lifes great mysteries how Mulberry
Project was able to pull off one of the best backyard patios in the city
as well. Its a hip hang with enough space to handle large parties, but
only if you get there early. It routinely fills up fast, so dont strut in
around sunset with five friends in tow and expect to be seated
immediately. Unless youre Barack Obama, in that case, youre
probably going to be just fine.
Loreley
$$$ - Italian

7 Rivington Street in Lower East Side

(212) 253-7077
Loreley is the first of its kind
loreleynyc.com
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.
 MANHAT TAN

Blue Ribbon Beer Garden $$

American (New), Breakfast & Brunch

190 Allen Street inside Sixty LES

(212) 466-0404
blueribbonrestaurants.com

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

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Shake Shack
$$ - Bars, Seafood, American (New)

23rd and Madison inside Madison Square Park

(212) 889-6600
shakeshack.com

At this point, wed be concerned if you werent aware of Shake

Shack. But it bears repeating that theres something special about
this particular Shake Shack in Madison Square Park, the first
location that started it all. On a nice day, youre going to have to
stand in a lengthy queue for a Shackburger, but you wont 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.
 MANHAT TAN

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, youll
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, heres
a list of rooftops youll 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/
Bar SixtyFive $$$
Cocktail Bars, American (New)

30 Rockefeller Plaza inside Rainbow Room

(212) 632-5000
barsixtyfive.com
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 Manhattans 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.
The Delancey
$$ - Lounges, Dance Clubs

168 Delancey Street in Lower East Side

(212) 254-9920
You could say the roof at The
thedelancey.com
Delancey is a bit of a hidden gem. Few
music venues in the city have their
own elevated rooftop garden, but
thats exactly what youll find here at
the foot of the Williamsburg Bridge.
 MANHAT TAN

The Lounge at Pod 39 Hotel $$

Lounges, Cocktail Bars

145 E. 39th Street in Murray Hill

(212) 865-5700
salvationtaco.com/rooftop

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

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 Mr. Purple
$$$ - Lounges
P H OTO :
180 Orchard Street in Lower East Side
Yelp Elite Ruwan J. (212) 237-1790
New York, NY mrpurplenyc.com
The Press Lounge
$$$ - 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
citys most attractive rooftop bars.
Who are we to argue with a legend?
Tavern29
$$ - Pubs, American (New)

47 E. 29th Street in Nomad

(212) 685-4422
Rooftop bars have a tendency to be
tavern29.com
glitzy and sterile, again, relying more
on sweeping views above all. The
rooftop here at Tavern29 doesnt have
the skyline views, but its a laid-back
oasis thatll surely scratch your rooftop
itch. They also boast a pretty stellar
beer list.
 MANHAT TAN

Refinery Rooftop $$$

Lounges

63 W. 38th Street in Midtown

(646) 664-0372
refineryrooftop.com

230 Fifth Rooftop $$

Cocktail Bars, American (New)

230 Fifth Avenue in Flatiron

(212) 725-4300
230-fifth.com

Rock & Reilys $$

Sports Bars, American (Traditional)

218 W. 35th Street in Midtown

(646) 850-2850
rockandreillysnyc.com

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Sky Terrace at Hudson $$$

Lounges

358 Hudson Street inside Hudson Hotel

(212) 554-6000
hudsonhotel.com

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

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AT TAN
Aet Rooftop
$$ - Cocktail Bars

151 E. Houston Street

in Lower East Side

Because SIXTY LES is roughly 50 paces from The Aet, 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.
 BROOKLYN

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.

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

Berry Park $$
American (New), Cocktail Bars

4 Berry Street in Williamsburg

(718) 782-2829
berryparkbk.com

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

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 Threes Brewing
$$$ - Bars, Breweries
P H OTO :
333 Douglass Street in Gowanus
Yelp Elite Roth M. (718) 522-2110
Cincinnati, OH threesbrewing.com
Forrest Point
$$ - 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.
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.
 BROOKLYN

Cafe Luluc $$
French, Breakfast & Brunch, Cafes

214 Smith Street in Cobble Hill

(718) 625-3815

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

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KLY
Lizzmonade
$ - 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.
 QUEENS

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.

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

Astoria Park Pool

Swimming Pools

19th St and 23rd Drive in Astoria

(718) 626-8620

Flushing Meadows Corona Park

Parks

11101 Corona Avenue in Flushing Meadows

(718) 760-6565

Rockaway Beach
Beaches

8601 Shore Front Pkwy in the Rockaways

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 Rockaway Beach Surf Club
$ - Tacos, Cocktail Bars
P H OTO :
302 Beach 87th St. in the Far Rockaways
Yelp Elite Ann L. rockawaybeachsurfclub.com
Brooklyn, NY
NS
Bohemian 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.
 LONG IS L AND

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!

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
 Hideaway Restaurant
$$$ - Seafood
P H OTO :
785 Evergreen Walk in Ocean Beach
Yelper Erica Y. (631) 583-5929
Ocean Beach, NY
Castaway Bar & Grill
$$ - American (New), Seafood

301 Bay Walk in Ocean Beach

(631) 583-0330
castawaybarandgrill.com

Two words: Clam. Jam. From 47pm 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.
Housers
$$ - Bars

781 Evergreen Walk in Ocean Beach

(631) 583-7805

Another solid happy hour in Ocean

Another solid happy hour in Ocean
Beach, Houser's offers $6 Zippy
Beach, Houser's offers $6 Zippy
Coolers (the second favorite beverage
Coolers (the second favorite beverage
of Fire Island). Sit out back, enjoy a
of Fire Island). Sit out back, enjoy a
lobster roll, and take in the sunset...
lobster roll, and take in the sunset...
and more than a few Zippys.
and more than a few Zippys.
LONG IS L AND

Hush Bistro $$$

American (New), Diners, Breakfast

291 Main Street in Farmingdale

(516) 293-4872
hushamericanbistro.com

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

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 Hither Hills State Park
Parks
P H OTO :
50 S. Fairfield Avenue in Montauk
Yelper Jim D. (631) 668-2554
Long Island, NY
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.
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.
LONG IS L AND

Long Beach Boardwalk

Beaches

142 W. Walnut Street in Long Beach

Ohekas 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

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ISL AND
Lunch 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 youll find daily at this nostalgic roadside shack.
 NEW J ERS EY

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.

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
 Liberty State Park
Parks
P H OTO :
200 Morris Pesin Drive in Jersey City
Yelp Elite Dexter V. (201) 915-3403
Paterson, NJ
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.
Laurita Winery
$$ - Wineries

35 Archertown Road in New Egypt

(609) 752-0200
lauritawinery.com

New Jersey is home to many wineries,

but its 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.
NEW J ERS EY

Stone Pony Summer Stage $$

Music Venues

913 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park

(732) 502-0600
stoneponyonline.com

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

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 Shore Fresh Seafood
$$ - Seafood
P H OTO :
57 Channel Drive in Point Pleasant Beach
Yelper Penprapha B. (732) 899-0909
Lancaster, PA shorefreshseafood.com
The Asbury Hotel
$$ - Hotels

210 5th Avenue in Asbury Park

(732) 774-7100
theasburyhotel.com

Asbury Park is one of NJs most up

and coming beach towns. And for
good reason its got spots like The
Asbury Hotel! Hang by the pool, sip on
drinks at one of the hotels many bars,
and catch a projection movie at the
Baronet rooftop bar.
 NEW J ERS EY

The Parker House $$

Bars, Seafood

1st Avenue & Bcn Boulevard in Sea Girt

(732) 449-0442
parkerhousenj.com

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

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JERSE
Halifax
$$$ - American (Traditional), Wine Bars

225 River Street in Hoboken

(201) 253-2500
halifaxhoboken.com

Were 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.
Y
We know just the place