"The Honorable William Wall is a houseboat anchored off Ellis Island, and we’re positive you’ve never heard of it. In order to get here, you have to buy a $20 ticket ($30 on weekends) and take two boats. That might sound annoying, and that’s because it is. But the trip only takes about 30 minutes, and, once you arrive, you can enjoy what feels like your own private, floating clubhouse. There’s an outdoor deck with tables, astroturf, and a little bar, and you can also hang out in a nice little indoor area that feels like the lobby of a Holiday Inn circa 1992. Most importantly, this place is BYO food. Bring a few pizzas or a full charcuterie board." - bryan kim