Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Gowanus

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203 restaurants available nearby

1. Pera Soho

4.4

Awesome(1758)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • SoHo

Booked 10 times today

Pera Soho is a transportative Mediterranean retreat in the heart of Soho. Inspired by the renowned Istanbul neighborhood where cuisine, art, culture, nightlife and the cosmopolitan converge, Pera Soho seduces with an environment that is simultaneously warm and vibrant.Pera Soho’s philosophy is to appreciate the culinary and cultural richness of the Eastern Mediterranean as a whole. In addition to the contemporary presentation of authentic recipes, Pera Soho embellishes the use of Mediterranean ingredients and cooking methods to create signature dishes.Pera Soho has a unique configuration comprised of indoor and outdoor, general and private dining areas. The outside courtyard is HEATED during the cooler days.

2. Cecconi's Dumbo

4.7

Exceptional(5343)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • DUMBO

Booked 122 times today

In support of the regulations issued by the city of New York, Cecconi’s Dumbo is now open for outdoor seating until 11pm. Cecconi’s Dumbo is a modern day classic Italian restaurant near Brooklyn Bridge park, specializing in hand-made pasta, wood-fired pizza and other Italian staples. Originating in Venice and with outposts in London and West Hollywood, Cecconi’s has become a critically acclaimed dining destination featuring simply prepared Venetian inspired food. With waterfront views of the Manhattan Skyline, join us in our main dining room, bar or patio dinner and weekend brunch seven days a week. Cecconi’s offers an elegant and relaxed dining experience for all guests.

3. Casa Mono

4.7

Exceptional(2882)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Union Square

Booked 58 times today

Casa Mono and its sister restaurant, Bar Jamon, are located next to each other on Irving Place and 17th Street, just east of Union Square. Awarded three stars from The New York Times in 2015 and a Michelin Star in 2009 (and every year since), Casa Mono is a tapas bar restaurant inspired by the cooking of Spain’s Costa Brava.***Keeping our guests and staff safe is our number one priority.We are strictly following CDC, OSHA and NYC Health Department guidelines.***

4. The Odeon

4.8

Exceptional(3722)

££££Price: Expensive

• French • TriBeCa

Booked 181 times today

The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome. Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you cannot be present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-233-0507. The Odeon takes the last “Open Table” Reservation at 10 pm on Sunday and Monday and 10:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday. Should you like to visit the restaurant after that time, please call 212-233-0507 to check availability. We allow 1 hour 45 minutes dining time for parties up to 2 guests and 2 hours for parties of 3-6. guests.

5. Palma

4.9

Exceptional(3418)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Greenwich Village

Booked 53 times today

Palma is nested on quaint Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, with a hidden garden filled with fresh flowers in all seasons and a 200-year-old Carriage House for private dining in an elegant yet warm setting. White Stucco walls, beamed ceilings, a salvaged chestnut door & a beautiful garden with ivy-covered walls create an atmosphere where people relax and enjoy life with food and wine. Palma is an organic Italian restaurant, offering a taste of Italian clean food since April 2001. We stay true to generations of our family's cherished recipes and techniques. Our ingredients arrive fresh each day from Palma's garden and local markets. The menu highlights housemade pastas, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.

6. Olio e Più

4.7

Exceptional(4235)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Village

Booked 127 times today

Inspired by the warmth and comfort of the Italian countryside, Olio e Più and Chef Danilo Galati bring tradition and authentic Italian cuisine to the West Village. Enjoy fresh, house-made pastas dressed with the highest quality ingredients and a hand-selected collection of excellent wines and cocktails to pair with your dish. An expertly crafted wood-fire oven crackles and glows, cooking house-made dough into perfect, crisp pizza while creating an inviting atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

7. Little Owl

4.9

Exceptional(4419)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Village

Booked 89 times today

Little Owl offers bold-flavored Seasonal Mediterranean cuisine with friendly and professional service. Currently, we offer reservations for parties of up to 6 guests, against the backdrop of our treasured and storied West Village. We're a corner gem with a big pork chop and an even bigger heart—your home away from home since 2006.Thank you for being a part of our Little Owl Family.

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8. Boucherie - West Village

4.6

Exceptional(3135)

££££Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 92 times today

BOUCHERIE is a traditional French brasserie and steakhouse, celebrating Joie de Vivre in the heart of West Village. The restaurant prepares a menu of French classics and timeless bistro favorites, in addition to the dry-aged steaks. An absinthe-inspired bar offers classic drinks, signature cocktails and craft beers. Located in the building that used to house the prominent Circle Repertory Theater, the 320-seat restaurant provides a diverse array of dining options from the spacious dining room, a seat at the butcher counter, the intimate second-floor gallery with private dining and outdoor cafe.We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

9. Lindens

4.5

Awesome(340)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • SoHo

Booked 34 times today

Lindens is a modern American restaurant situated within the Arlo SoHo. Celebrating the essential tastes and flavors of each season, Lindens features the finest local ingredients. A curated raw bar complements an inventive cocktail menu, organic-driven wine list, and local craft beers. Inspired by the Linden trees that line the city’s streets, Lindens is a spirited ode to nature within the city. **For private dining bookings please email eventsoho@arlohotels.com or visit lindensnyc.com

10. Catch New York

4.4

Awesome(10199)

££££Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Meatpacking District

Booked 84 times today

Catch New York combines its iconic seafood and sushi program, flown in from Tokyo's Toyosu market, with Catch Steak's renowned steak program. The menu, served in a streaming, shareable style, features signature dishes like the Catch Roll, Truffle Sashimi, Spicy Gigli, and Cantonese Lobster alongside a curated collection of the world's best steak cuts and Japanese wagyu cooked tableside on a hot rock. Set in a landmark building in the heart of Manhattan's Meatpacking District, the unique, tri-level restaurant offers a lively atmosphere, excellent service, and rooftop dining with panoramic views of the city skyline.

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JCVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our large group appreciated the hospitality and attention. Great pancakes. Thank you
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LullaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Chelsea
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4.6
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MalissaVIP
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful restaurant and already planning to come back here in the summer when there’s outdoor dining! Breathtaking views of both the city and water. Ambiance is so elegant and elevated. This is truly a luxe restaurant. Also, the tiramisu is delicious.
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Cecconi's DumboPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• DUMBO
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4.7
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Adam
Greater Boston •9 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
They didn't have the reservation in their system, but they accommodated us just the same. Excellent service, decent food.
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Pera SohoPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• SoHo
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4.4
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Keith
New York City •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I’ve enjoyed the Odeon since its inception and happy that it maintains its consistency of good food with an energetic environment
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The OdeonPrice: Expensive• French• TriBeCa
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4.8
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RossVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Feb 2025
Overall an awesome experience - the food was great, the waitress was attentive and friendly, and the ambiance was wonderful. It was a nice restaurant and people were there, but it was not overly packed like some others can be. We will definitely be going back because there are so many more things we want to try.
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LindensPrice: Expensive• American• SoHo
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4.5

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