Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Upper West Side

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1. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(30026)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 402 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

2. Cafe Luxembourg

4.8

Exceptional(8688)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Upper West Side

Booked 168 times today

Cafe Luxembourg is offering reservations for indoor dining. Walk-Ins are welcome. Our Outdoor Cafe is complete with rain-proof awnings, fans, and electric heaters for your comfort. *Per the rules and regulations of the DINING OUT NYC Program, Outdoor Seating will be limited beginning 11.01.24. Weather permitting, outdoor tables will be first-come, first-served.Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you are not present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-873-7411. We look forward to seeing you soon. The safety and welfare of our employees and guests is a top priority.Cafe Luxembourg has newly installed Merv13 filters, installed in all ducts. The filters trap 98% of airborne particles as small as .3 microns The air is not recycled but forced fresh air. Thank you for your patronage!

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3. Tarallucci e Vino - Upper West Side

4.7

Exceptional(297)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 11 times today

Established in 2001, Tarallucci e Vino brings the ease and casual elegance of Italy's bars and "caffés" to New Yorkers and visitors. Homemade pastas, seasonal dishes and expertly crafted coffee uphold the Italian ideal of high-quality, locally-sourced, seasonal food, prepared to highlight the natural beauty of the ingredients. Our versatile cocktail and wine list features hard-to-find gems from family-run wineries in Italy to complement the food and create a true dining experience.

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4. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC

4.7

Exceptional(8545)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Upper West Side

Booked 101 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties. Join us for Happy Hour at our Bar!Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

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5. The Smith- Lincoln Square

4.6

Exceptional(12213)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln Square

Booked 258 times today

The Smith is a casual American brasserie with four upbeat locations in New York City: The Smith East Village, The Smith Midtown, The Smith Lincoln Square, and The Smith NoMad, as well as locations in DC and Chicago. We care about every meal and every moment. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered.

6. Dagon

4.6

Exceptional(1848)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Upper West Side

Booked 91 times today

Hailed as "The Best New NYC Restaurant of the Pandemic" by the NYC Post, Dagon is an exciting restaurant on Manhattan's Upper West Side that features cuisine from "somewhere in the Mediterranean." Named for the Phoenician and Philistine god of agriculture and the earth, the menu showcases modern Israeli cuisine with Levantine influences.

7. Nice Matin

4.6

Exceptional(4768)

Price: Moderate

• French • Upper West Side

Booked 95 times today

For nearly two decades, Nice Matin has been the Upper West Sides most elegant, beautifully designed and sophisticated dining destination. Featuring a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning Wine List and an extraordinary, inventive, French Provençal-inspired menu created by Chef Andy D'Amico, who was named "Best Chef" by New York Magazine food editor Gillian Duffy, Nice Matin is the essential French Brasserie and Wine Destination of the Upper West Side.

8. Zou Zou's

4.6

Exceptional(1483)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Hell's Kitchen

Booked 133 times today

Zou Zou’s is a lively and modern Eastern Mediterranean restaurant from chef Juliana Latif, who spent years working at some of the most notable restaurants throughout New York City, including The NoMad. The menu is inspired by and celebrating the cuisine and flavors of the Eastern Mediterranean region, bringing in influences from Lebanon, Israel, Turkey, Egypt, Syria, and Jordan, among others. Zou Zou’s is located within the Manhattan West Plaza, on the ground level of Pendry Manhattan West. If arriving at 33rd Street (between 9th & 10th), follow the walkway to the plaza, turn left, and find the Zou Zou’s entrance on your left.If arriving at the Ninth Avenue entrance (at 32nd Street), walk through the plaza towards Whole Foods – Zou Zou’s will be on the right side of the plaza just past the NHL Experience Store.

9. Haven Rooftop

4.4

Awesome(4797)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown West

Booked 69 times today

Fall is here! Nestled in the heart of Times Square in the bustling Theater District, Haven Rooftop, offers a welcome retreat from the hectic streets below. Entering through a private elevator, guests are greeted by stunning city views & lush greenery complemented by custom-built cedar wood furnishings. A variety of trees and floral arrangements accent the 2500 square-foot space, with plush earth-tone seating areas & creating a sultry and inviting aesthetic. The entire space is encased by glass walls, allowing guests to view the city lights and enjoy the Midtown views while remaining in the chic & intimate confines of the rooftop. In the colder months, the entire rooftop is enclosed and heated.

10. Pera Soho

4.4

Awesome(1749)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • SoHo

Booked 20 times today

Pera Soho is a transportative Mediterranean retreat in the heart of Soho. Inspired by the renowned Istanbul neighborhood where cuisine, art, culture, nightlife and the cosmopolitan converge, Pera Soho seduces with an environment that is simultaneously warm and vibrant.Pera Soho’s philosophy is to appreciate the culinary and cultural richness of the Eastern Mediterranean as a whole. In addition to the contemporary presentation of authentic recipes, Pera Soho embellishes the use of Mediterranean ingredients and cooking methods to create signature dishes.Pera Soho has a unique configuration comprised of indoor and outdoor, general and private dining areas. The outside courtyard is HEATED during the cooler days.

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PatriciaVIP
New York City •30 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was fabulous and served family style. Service was not quite up to par as we waited a long time for the check, and then some of the credit card printouts were missing. Waiter seemed very distracted.
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Carmine's - 91st Street - NYCPrice: Expensive• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.7
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Alabama •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Gluten allergy - they consistently take great care to make sure that I know my food was prepared with my allergy considered. Love getting my red flags. Staff is fantastic. Food is consistently delicious
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The Smith- Lincoln SquarePrice: Moderate• American• Lincoln Square
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4.6
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PENNYVIP
New York City •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Every year its always the best dinner! I bring my staff for our after Christmas Christmas celebration for the past 30 years and we are never disappointed. This year we added a new dish their special ....it was chicken on top of spinach with peppers and cheese and roasted potato in a piccata sauce, simply delicious!!! And of course we saw " our Ralph" for many years we enjoy his smile and his welcoming deameanor, Ralph is one of a kind!!! ❤️
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Carmine's - 44th Street - NYCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District
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4.6
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Erin
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Cafe Luxembourg has an upbeat, yet intimate aura all its own. The service was impeccable, and all the staff worked in perfect concert to delight their clientele. The Crème Brûlée was outstanding! It was the best I’ve ever had.
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Cafe LuxembourgPrice: Expensive• French American• Upper West Side
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4.8
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GailVIP
New York City •84 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
We had a lovely white and red wine recommended by our waiter, plus pasta, artichoke salad and chicken - all delicious. The restaurant is small but has very nice enclosed outdoor seating. If you come earlier in the day, ask for the homemade pastries - they sell out by mid-afternoon.
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Tarallucci e Vino - Upper West SidePrice: Moderate• Italian• Upper West Side
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4.7

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1. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

2. Cafe Luxembourg

3. Tarallucci e Vino - Upper West Side

4. Carmine's - 91st Street - NYC

5. The Smith- Lincoln Square

6. Dagon

7. Nice Matin

8. Zou Zou's

9. Haven Rooftop

10. Pera Soho

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