Al Fresco Dining In The Age of Quarantine

As our lives evolve and the interiors of our homes become an even more integral part of our lives, I have never felt a greater importance and attachment to my favorite al-fresco eateries.

Below are my top 6 go-tos:

Mercer Kitchen

A staple of mine for 20 years now, this Jean Georges masterpiece will always have a special place in my heart. I love their Steamed Shrimp Salad and their Crispy Salmon Sushi.

Restaurant dining room with set wooden tables, brass pendant lights, and an open kitchen.

Lure Fishbar

My favorite dish at Lure is the Lobster Cobb Salad or the Fish Tacos. Their menu is light, fresh and perfect for summer.

Restaurant dining room with wood-paneled walls, porthole windows, and neatly set tables.

Restaurant dining room with wood-paneled walls, porthole windows, and neatly set tables.

Pastis

I love taking my family to brunch at Pastis. In the heart of the Meatpacking District, I love their pancakes (which are always perfectly fluffy) or their Steak Frittes for a heartier option.

Restaurant interior with a long wood bar, leather stools, and set dining tables.

Restaurant interior with a long wood bar, leather stools, and set dining tables.

Nobu Downtown

Nobu when we’re feeling good! I love their Spicy Tuna Roll with Sticky Rice and their Baby Spinach Salad with Lobster. Mark likes the Toro Tartare with Caviar.

Elegant lounge with a circular bar, teal seating, marble columns, and ornate chandeliers.

Elegant lounge with a circular bar, teal seating, marble columns, and ornate chandeliers.

Locanda Verde (TriBeCa)

I love the Ricotta Crostini and a glass of red wine. Any Italian Red is good for me!

Restaurant dining room with a bottle-lined bar, leather banquettes, and set tables by tall windows.

Restaurant dining room with a bottle-lined bar, leather banquettes, and set tables by tall windows.

Estancia 460 (TriBeCa)

La Milanesa del Caballo–a milanese chicken with 2 eggs over easy–paired with empanadas is my dream dish. It reminds me of my Argentine roots and never fails to make me happy.

Storefront with magenta patio umbrellas, flower planters, and bicycles along the sidewalk.

Storefront with magenta patio umbrellas, flower planters, and bicycles along the sidewalk.

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