While New York City Restaurants still have not opened inside, plenty have been opened and prospering with outdoor seating or takeout. We’ve compiled a list of our favorites that you have to try out this week. Eat up!

Kyma

One of NYC’s favorite Greek restaurants, opened back up located in Flatiron (15 W 18th St), Kyma will be open Tuesday through Saturday, with ample outdoor seating as well as a DJ Friday and Saturday nights playing a mix of Greek tunes and pop. So while we may not be able to travel to the Greek Islands this summer, at least we can feel transported there for a few hours! Just in time for the harvest in Provence, Kyma has created an outdoor dining patio in partnership with Chateau D’esclans’ Whispering Angel  that allows guests to feel like they have been transported to their favorite European getaway. The patio embraces the vibe of the South of France, utilizing vines not only to help create safe social distancing setups, but to symbolize the grapes and wine making process, while incorporating the regions signature blue hydrangea. Twinkle lights, leafy palms, lavender, and various bottles of Whispering Angel were incorporated into the installation to add to the whimsical romance of the setup.

The elevated Greek comfort food that Kyma patrons have come to love will be included on an updated menu including Kyma Chips (crispy slices of zucchini and eggplant with tzatziki), Tomato Salad (Kyma’s classic Greek salad), Grilled Octopus (with roasted peppers, onions and capers), Lamb Chops and Branzino.

 Oceana

After a long, six month hiatus, Oceana will be opening for al fresco dining on Monday, September 14th followed by indoor dining on Wednesday, September 30th! For the first time at the beloved restaurant’s Midtown location, Oceana will be revealing a brand new interior re-design that exudes a fresh, vibrant, and inviting ambiance, while preserving its timeless charm.

In the meantime, starting Monday, the quintessential American seafood destination will be serving lunch and dinner on two patios—the original space on the East side of the restaurant (49th Street near 6th Avenue) and now the West side within the breezeway at The Park at Oceana (49th Street closer to 7th Avenue). Both locations are completely protected from traffic, and the new breezeway patio features water and lighting installations. Led by the talented chef team, Tim Jocz and Michael Aungst, Oceana will be serving lunch and dinner Monday through Friday from 11:30a-8:30p. There will also be a selection of cocktails and wine, including a special list of Chassagne-Montrachet at a 50% discount from notable producers including: Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils, Bruno Colin, Domaine Paul Pillot, Pierre-Yves Caroline-Morey, Domaine Blain-Gagnard, Philippe Colin, Caroline Morey, and Joseph Colin.

LoLo’s Seafood Shack

Harlem's original Cape Cod and Caribbean mashup. Chef Raymond Mohan and Owner Leticia "Skai" Young created a menu filled with island flavors including LoLo's Seafood Boil with a choice of shrimp, crawfish or snow crab legs, Fish Fry Baskets, Belizean Conch Fritters, Jerk Ribs and Warm Grain Bowls with a choice of shrimp, salmon or both served w/ ‘durty’ rice, sauce and broccoli. New summer favorites include Coconut Shrimp Spring Rolls, Lobster Tacos and Loaded Fries & Queso. Delicious mango slushies are also available. LoLo’s, which stands for Locally Owned Locally Operated, has been opened since 2014 and currently offers takeout, delivery and (self serve) seated outdoor dining Monday - Friday 12pm-9pm and Saturday from 11am - 9pm and Sunday from 11am - 8pm. They currently have 40 seats at their roadside and sidewalk cafe located at (303 W. 116th St.).  https://lolosseafoodshack.com/

Carnegie Diner & Cafe

In the heart of Midtown (205 W. 57th St.) reopened for outdoor dining for 32 in addition to takeout and delivery and offers guests their delicious food rain or shine under scaffolding. Menu offerings include an array of all-day breakfast omelettes, pancakes, waffles, French toast, salads, burgers and triple decker sandwiches in addition to an array of desserts and drinks including frozen margaritas. They are available daily from 9am - 9pm. 

Beyond Sushi

With 8 tables at their Upper East Side (1429 3rd. Ave) location, 3 tables at their West Side (62 W. 56th St) location, 6 tables at their Nolita location (215 Mulberry) and 9 tables at their Union Square (229 E. 14th St.) location. Beyond Sushi’s flagship 134 W. 37th St. location is also open for delivery and takeout.There are over 50 seats across the four venues to dine al fresco on Executive Chef Guy Vaknin’s signature vegan and kosher specialties including his vegan take on a spicy tuna roll with the Spicy Mang, in addition to the Mighty Mushroom, Sweet Tree Roll, Sunny Side Roll, Pickle Me Roll and Smoky Jack Roll. They also go far Beyond Sushi with dishes like their Fun-Guy Dumplings, Chipotle Seitan skewers and the Nutty Buddy Rice Paper Wrap. 

Clinton Hall

With the expansive outdoor seating area available at their FiDi (90 Washington St.) location. Enjoy great Supercraft beer, hard seltzers, wine and a full bar menu alongside delicious food from Executive Chef Darryl Harmon like his signature Double Smashed Burger, Buffalo Cauliflower, Crispy Chicken Wings, Giant Pretzels and more. Clinton Hall FiDi is open Sunday - Wednesday from 12pm-10pm and Thursday - Saturday from 12pm - 11pm. Their Bronx location (601 E. 189th Street) is now open on Fridays from 4pm - 10pm and on Saturdays from 4pm - 11pm.  

Sushi Lab Rooftop

At The Sanctuary Hotel in Midtown (132 W. 47th Street) offers guests a creative spin on traditional sushi from Executive Chef Frankie Chen. The restaurant features Japanese small plates, along with creative Nigiri, Sashimi and Maki sushi. Of course the star of the show is their omakase experience, utilizing only the freshest ingredients.

Haven Rooftop

Above the Sanctuary Hotel (132 W. 47th Street) in Midtown is ready for diners to escape to. Haven offers delicious food and craft cocktails. Favorites include sliders, tuna tartare, and Buffalo wings, Branzino and Steak Au Poivre with peppercorn sauce. Pair that with a Cloudtini or summer sangria for a truly elevated experience. Haven is open Monday - Friday beginning at 3pm.

Loulou

In Chelsea has 24 tables available for dining al fresco for lunch and dinner daily beginning at 12pm. Signature menu items from Executive Chef Jarett Brodie include the Loulou Burger made with grass-fed beef, clothbound cheddar and caramelized onions, Duck Leg Confit with apple rosemary puree and gala chutney and Steak Frites featuring a 7oz skirt steak and béarnaise. That's in addition to a large selection of craft cocktails, wine and beer.

Nerai

In Midtown East now has an expansive garden patio with 20 tables and over 50 seats for outdoor dining at lunch and dinner beginning at 11:30am daily. The Nerai Garden is now in operation for lunch and dinner daily.  Indulge in dishes from Executive Chef Moshe Grundman like Shrimp Mikrolimano with tiger shrimp in a tomato ragu, Lavraki, Short Rib Yiouvetsi and Seafood Orzotto with octopus, shrimp and mussels. Additionally, wine, beer and other beverages are served. Located at 55 E. 54th Street)

Hole in the Wall

In Murray Hill (626 1st Avenue) and FiDi (15 Cliff Street) is open to outdoor diners Wednesday - Sunday 9am-5pm and reservations can be made through Yelp. Their newest location at Hotel Henri (37 W. 24th Street) is open seven days a week from 9am-10pm.  Signature dishes from Executive Chef Brent Hudson include a Chili Scramble, Avocado Toast and a Breaky Roll with applewood smoked bacon, chorizo pate, folded eggs, chimichurri and mayo on a milk bun with tots on the side. You can also enjoy the Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwich or Crispy Pork Belly with sticky glaze, chili, fried shallots and lime. Sip on a Jalapeno Bloody Mary, a Blood Orange Negroni, an Aperol Spritz or a Mimosa anytime of day. Hole in the Wall's Flatiron location has seating for 40, Murray Hill has 15 outdoor tables and FiDi has 10 tables. 

Junzi Kitchen

Chinese fast-casual concept junzi kitchen is launching a whole new menu with updated recipes at all locations just in time for summertime. Some of the highlights include new main items green pepper beef and chilled chicken salad, fresh vegetable options BBQ summer squash and coriander carrots, and all-new chilled noodles. The new menu is available for pick-up and contactless delivery on https://junzi.menu/

MIFUNE New York

The Michelin-recognized Japanese restaurant that focuses on modern Washoku cuisine, as they offer a fantastic Happy Hour menu that I would love for you to share with your readers. The menu is available from 4pm-6pm Tuesday – Saturday and highlights mixologist Shingo Gokan’s (the winner of the 2017 Tales of the Cocktail International Bartender of the Year Award) signature drinks like the Stray Dog (gin, Skinos Mastiha liqueur, cucumber, pineapple and lemongrass) and Oharu (Lychee-cello, Dassai 45 Nigori Sake, Grapefruit and Orange Blossom) for $10 each.

The menu also features appetizers that serve as the perfect bite to complement the cocktails with options like Black Angus Beef Tataki with a ponzu sesame sauce and Octopus Frites, served under a green bean salad tossed in a Japanese onion dressing and a roasted red pepper-yuzu kosho sauce. The restaurant is open for outdoor dining with 32 seats and canopies, so whether it rains or not MIFUNE New York has you covered.

Casa Barilla

The fast casual Italian pasta kitchen concept by the Barilla pasta brand, located in Midtown (6th and 52nd), has launched Aperitivo Hour every day from 3-7 PM for patio diners. To accompany the drinks, Italian snacks such as Pasta Chips (Fried Barilla Rigatoni and Polenta with lemon pepper) and Braised Meatballs (House made 100% Angus Beef meatballs, slowly braised in tomato sauce), are also available at a special price.

For those in Manhattan unable to visit the restaurant in person, Casa Barilla has also expanded their delivery radius via GrubHub to cover the Upper East and West Side radius, down to Soho (2 miles north and 3.7 miles south of the restaurant.)

MENO

The East meets West tea and coffee house that specializes in coffee juices and dark tea, has opened its doors in the West Village. MENO was conceptualized by the newest rising star hospitality group OTTA Management in partnership with Urban Tea Inc. and it's the first oversea tea house in their U.S. expansion plan. The drinks menu, whose recipes are inspired by the MENO in China but reconceptualized for the New York palate, is divided into five sections. T

he most interesting section is their highly unique and delicious one-of-a-kind Coffee Meets Juice with options like Twilight (lemon juice and coffee) and PPAP (pineapple juice and coffee). For their food menu they serve Smoked Chicken Breast Salads and Beef Bologna Sandwiches and for sweet options they have partnered with Keki offering their Original Bouncy Cakes.

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