2019 Outdoor Events Guide: Sidewalk Patios & Terraces in New York City (Part 2 of 3)
Our annual guide to outdoor dining & event spaces featuring our picks for the liveliest street-side patios and terraces throughout NYC.
Rock Center Cafe’s Patio — Midtown West
At Rock Center Cafe, the option to rent the entire venue for large scale events provides a stunningly classic New York City backdrop that will have guests talking for years. Seasonally, this option includes a section of the Patio area, which is ideal for a standing reception overlooking the Rockefeller Center Rink from October to April, and the Summer Garden & Bar from May to September.
Jue Lan Club’s Graffiti Alley — Chelsea
Graffti Alley, Jue Lan Club’s hidden gem, is a speakeasy space known only to a select few, tucked behind the restaurant. It’s covered in a striking and constantly changing mural painted by Brooklyn’s most notorious graffiti artists. Graffiti Alley can only be accessed by venturing through the restaurant, past the bustling kitchen and through an unmarked door.
Lugo Cucina’s Patio — Midtown West
The Patio at Lugo Cucina offers outdoor, streetside seating in the heart of Midtown, just across from Madison Square Garden. Umbrellas, planters and a vintage vespa create an intimate atmosphere in the midst of the urban backdrop. It’s an ideal space for drinks and mingling before a seated dinner inside.
Charlie Palmer Steak’s Archer Patio — Midtown West
The Archer Patio opens up via glass garage doors from Charlie Palmer Steak, and offers a streetside setting perfect for standing receptions or casual, seated meals. Planters delineate the space and create a bit of privacy while still allowing you to enjoy the energy of the streetscape.
The Patio at STK Midtown — Midtown West
STK Midtown’s seasonal Patio space truly sits in the heart of it all. Just a stone’s throw from Bryant Park and the Theater District, it’s should be your go-to for a refreshing drink and a bite to eat in the shade while exploring Midtown. Because of the location, the Patio is also ideal for a group dinner or cocktail hour before the theater, or for a happy hour mixer post-work on a warm summer evening.
Oceana’s Patio Buyout — Midtown West
During the warmer months in the city, Oceana’s Café extends outside to a refreshing patio. The shaded space allows space surrounded by greenery allows you to dine under the stars in the spring and summer.
Brasserie Ruhlmann’s Terrace — Midtown West
Spring through Fall, the large terrace at Brasserie Ruhlmann is an ideal place to gather for dining and cocktails al fresco, right in the heart of Rockefeller Center. Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann was a legendary French designer, whose concepts and craftsmanship epitomize the glamour of the French Art Deco era of the 1920s and continue to leave a lasting legacy. Brasserie Ruhlmann pays homage to the early 20th-century icon, as well as to the art-and-intellectualism era of the Parisian brasserie.
Naples 45’s Bar & Patio — Midtown East
A 75-foot long wine bar parallel to the ristorante’s entrance allows guests to access Naples 45’s spacious outdoor patio — a great location for group happy hour events after work. In the summer season, the Bar can be combined with the outdoor Patio. The Patio is an open-air space perfect for al fresco events or a casual cocktail reception. This is the perfect choice for summer celebrations amidst the bustle of the city.
Aureole’s Anita’s Way — Midtown West
Step through the doors of Liberty Room into Anita’s Way to find The Patio — an al fresco lounge covered by a breezeway roof and open rain or shine, serving several Rosés and sparkling wines by the glass, summer beers on draught, and a bar bites menu created specifically for sharing. This 600-square foot outdoor space is unmatched in Times Square, boasting a walled-in private ‘nook’ on the 42nd street side and a long communal center bar. The Patio can host 70 guests for a private outdoor cocktail reception.
Cafe Centro’s Patio — Midtown East
Café Centro’s expansive patio is the perfect venue for your summertime event. Complete with lively views of Midtown, elevated Mediterranean fare and vicinity to Grand Central, this spot is a great after-work choice. The spacious sidewalk patio seats 100 guests and can accommodate groups of up to 150 for a cocktail party.
