Watermark
Restaurant · New York County ·
Stylish open-air spot with river views, burgers, bar bites
Stylish open-air spot with river views, burgers, bar bites
"If you want to impress an out-of-towner with a waterfront view of the Brooklyn Bridge—without freezing your ass off—take them to Watermark. The bar and restaurant has turned all 10,000 square feet of its outdoor space on Pier 15 into a true winter wonderland, with candy cane hallways and a s’mores firepit, where you can sip on a special “Ornamentini” in a disco ball cup and take in the skyline. Bundle up and bring the kids—they can explore “Rudolph’s Game Room,” ride a carousel, and take pictures with Santa, seven days a week. General admission starts at $22 (and includes hot chocolate), or you could spring for reserved seating in the heated glass houses." - neha talreja, molly fitzpatrick
"From now through December 31, enter family-friendly Santa’s Winter Wonderland filled with Christmas trees, lights, and activities for both kids and adults. General admission includes a complimentary hot chocolate (you can also choose a boozy version). There are plenty of food and drink stands at the Wonderland, and you can upgrade to a 90-minute experience inside a heated glasshouse complete with a curated holiday dinner menu or a cocktail chalet. General admission tickets start at $15." - Eater Staff
"Back in Munich, Oktoberfest is generally celebrated outdoors under big tents, and this events facility south of the Seaport provides ample outdoor space — accommodating as many as 1200 — with spectacular views of the bridges and Brooklyn across the East River. Grilled bratwurst and lobster rolls are served, along with a robust beer selection. Register in advance to secure a place." - Robert Sietsema
"The sweeping Brooklyn views at this waterfront bar are ace no matter the time of day. Happy hour runs on weekdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and coconut shrimp and crab cake sliders await if hunger kicks in." - Eater Staff
"For an eerily quiet night, Pier 15 will be transformed into a giant silent disco (7 p.m.–midnight) where guests wear headphones to switch among three live DJs while sipping glow-in-the-dark cocktails and horror flicks play in the background; tickets are $25 on Eventbrite." - Eater Staff