Coriander Kitchen and Farm

"For those of you who want to incorporate more of the beauty of nature into your kiddo’s life, this spacious, canal-side eatery in Jefferson Chalmers offers hints of Mother Nature’s splendor. This casual spot offers a garden-like setting with views of the water (have the children tried kayaking yet?) and a regularly changing seasonal menu featuring local produce. Share a giant soft pretzel with stone-ground mustard, stop by for Grilled Cheese Mondays every week for a different offering, or spend quality time with the little ones for Sunday brunch and split a plate of French toast sticks. Reservations are encouraged." - Serena Maria Daniels

"If you can’t go to Venice or Amsterdam, canal-side dining in in Jefferson Chalmers might be the next best thing. This casual destination offers a garden-like setting with views of the water — some folks even kayak to the restaurant. The space is romantic without being pretentious; the oft-changing menu features local produce. Expect satisfying dishes like the popular smoked fish dip with a blend of whitefish and trout, a 5.5-ounce burger made with Michigan ground beef dry-aged by the folks at Marrow in West Village, and seasonal salads made with locally grown greens. The canal-side destination also features extended daytime hours during the week, a grab-and-go retail section, space for private events, and community-focused programming, including live music nights." - Serena Maria Daniels

"If you can’t go to Venice or Amsterdam, canal-side dining in Jefferson Chalmers might be the next best thing. This casual spot offers a garden-like setting with views of the water (some folks even kayak to the restaurant) and a regularly changing scratch menu featuring local produce that’s romantic without being stuffy. During the colder months, be sure to check ahead before visiting, as Coriander is known to take a winter break." - Serena Maria Daniels

"This spacious restaurant in the Jefferson Chalmers neighborhood recently revamped its menu so folks in the area for water sports or enjoyment can the spot’s incredible canal-side location to pick up a snack or sit down for a meal. Enjoy white fish dip, along with a veggie-forward mezza spread, burgers made with ground beef sourced from nearby Marrow, and a mocktail or tea. If you think you’ll need sustenance while kayaking or cycling the scenic area, be sure to check out the spot’s new Grab-and-Go options." - Serena Maria Daniels

"The sunny, spacious canalside patio at Coriander Kitchen & Farm is a stellar spot to grab a bite and some drinks and enjoy the outdoors. Because of the restaurant’s close proximity to the Jefferson Chalmers waterways, diners can easily drive, bike, walk, or even paddle in. Enjoy a farm margarita on the spacious patio, and if there’s a wait guests can grab snacks from Coriander and other local provisions from their small market inside." - Courtney Burk