Nestled on the Hudson, Pier I Cafe is a vibrant, casual eatery perfect for grabbing burgers or lobster rolls while soaking up sunny river views from umbrella-covered tables.
"This seasonal outdoor Upper West Side bar has tons of umbrella-covered tables and open space right on the Hudson River at the south end of Riverside Park. It’s a good spot to meet someone for a summery cocktail or a bottle of wine in the $30 range, and they serve seafood like lobster rolls and fries covered in Old Bay seasoning. Plus, there’s no table service, which makes the whole place feel even more casual. You’ll be notified by a buzzer when your order is ready at the counter." - neha talreja, bryan kim, willa moore, molly fitzpatrick
"There are a lot of places to drink on the Hudson River, and there are also some places to get lunch or dinner. But if you’re looking for breakfast after an early-morning run, then it’s pretty simple: go to Pier I Cafe. This seasonal spot just south of Riverside Park opens everyday at 8am, and is a good option for coffee and a Balthazar muffin, or a BEC with chipotle mayo." - matt tervooren
"This seasonal (May-October) outdoor bar has a bunch of umbrella-covered tables that might make you think you’re in Madison Square Park, except for the fact that you can see the Hudson River and New Jersey. It’s a good spot to day drink with a big group, but there’s no table service—you’ll be notified by a buzzer when your order is ready at the counter." - will hartman, bryan kim, neha talreja, matt tervooren
"This seasonal outdoor Upper West Side bar has tons of umbrella-covered tables and open space right on the Hudson River at the south end of Riverside Park. It’s a good spot to meet someone for a summery cocktail or a bottle of wine in the $30 range. Plus, they serve classic seafood like lobster rolls and fries covered in Old Bay seasoning. There’s no table service - which makes the whole place feel even more casual. You’ll be notified by a buzzer when your order is ready at the counter." - hannah albertine
"This seasonal outdoor Upper West Side bar has tons of umbrella-covered tables and open space right on the Hudson River at the south end of Riverside Park. It’s a good spot to meet someone for a summery cocktail or a bottle of wine in the $30 range, and they serve seafood like lobster rolls and fries covered in Old Bay seasoning. Plus, there’s no table service, which makes the whole place feel even more casual. You’ll be notified by a buzzer when your order is ready at the counter." - Hannah Albertine, Bryan Kim
