"If you’re seeing a show at Pier 17, that means it’s warm enough to eat outside. Indsutry Kitchen is the closest option with a full dinner menu and outdoor seating with great views of the bridges, river, and Brooklyn. It’s an ideal place to order a margherita pizza and say things like, “Wow, the buildings in Downtown Brooklyn are so tall.”" - hannah albertine, bryan kim, matt tervooren
"This portside outdoor cafe is best approached by bike, and provides spectacular views of the Upper Harbor, with Brooklyn Heights across a broad stretch of water. Unfussy food runs to beer-braised pork sliders, kale and brussels sprouts salad, and ahi tuna nachos, plus wood-fired pizzas. For extreme high rollers, there’s a $2000 pizza topped with foie gras, truffles, and gold leaf." - Eater Staff
"This large South Street Seaport spot boasts gorgeous views of the Brooklyn Bridge and skyline from most of their seats, whether you’re dining indoors or out. The design of the restaurant itself is clean and modern, allowing the views to shine through. Enjoy them while you munch on American fare like roasted chicken, pizzas, steak, lobster ravioli, and other crowd-pleasers that feel sumptuous — but not over the top. The assortment of small and large plates are at varied price points, and perfect for pairing with one of the colorful and creative featured drinks." - devorahlevtov
"Industry Kitchen has installed a few personal table coverings to block undesirable weather. Unlike Cafe Du Soleil’s bubble domes, this pizza and salad spot on the East River has table tents that look more like tiny clear houses. In fact, some real estate broker could probably list one on StreetEasy for $1,500 a month on the Lower East Side - utilities not included. Industry Kitchen is open from noon to 10pm every day, and you can reserve a table here - but we’d suggest giving them a call to ask about tent availability." - hannah albertine, nikko duren
"Just a few feet from the water’s edge at South Street Seaport in Lower Manhattan, this restaurant seats up to 300 guests in its indoor and outdoor setting, offering unobstructed views of the picturesque Brooklyn and Williamsburg Bridges and the Brooklyn skyline. As you watch the boats pass by, munch on crowd favorites like wood-fired pizzas, avocado toast, hearty salads, crab cakes, and pesto pasta. Sip on carefully crafted cocktails like the Summer House (Grey Goose Original, strawberry, elderflower liqueur, lemon, and prosecco) or the Pink Lady (Grey Goose Essences Peach & Rosemary, agave, pineapple, and pomegranate liqueur)." - Vox Creative