The best East Village Outdoor Bars in NYC

If you are looking for something that fits the classic American stereotypes while wanting to stay out until the sun comes up, then Bua is the place for you. You don't have to worry about being kicked out until four in the morning. The space isn't over the top with brick walls and wooden tables that continue out into the outdoor patio.

This East Village outdoor bar serves classic American foods, including different versions of burgers, grilled cheese, and salads. It also offers smaller bites like beer-battered fried pickles and fried cheese curds. Additionally, they have draught beer, canned beer, wine, and specialty cocktails like the Peach, Please! and Friend of a Friend.

To receive information regarding private events, you need to contact the venue.

The Ready Rooftop Bar is near Strand Book Store, a venue that creates a whimsical atmosphere with dim hanging light bulbs, greenery, and funky furniture matching the brightly colored bar. The space has a retractable glass ceiling, so it’s open year-round, and if you come during happy hour, you will be happily greeted with $1 tacos and $9 margaritas.

Other dishes you can try include hot cheese nachos and the crispy black truffle quesadilla. Mix-and-match tableside coolers can hold canned wine, sparkling options, and local favorites like Bronx Brewery. This East Village outdoor bar can accommodate a semi-private group of 24 guests or less or a buyout of 150 guests reception-style.

Whether you are a hardcore fan or enjoy having something to watch in the background, a sports bar can be a solid place to hang out. Eastpoint, right near Katz Deli, has a sports bar with five TVs, three projectors, and game sound, and can stand 150 people. There is also an outdoor cafe with TVs for up to 80 people. While watching and chatting, you can sip a cocktail like The Swirl or Tompkins Twist and order wings, buffalo chicken dip, or the black bean burger— the exact food you would crave while watching football.

This East Village outdoor bar hosts weekly events like Taco Tuesday, Trivia Wednesday, and happy hour from Wednesday to Friday. For private events of 20-50 people, the back portion of Eastpoint is used with a personal server and table tab, and the number of guests can fluctuate depending on the day.

If you're trying to impress someone, Ruffian is an East Village outdoor bar with romantic vibes. It is also good for friends looking for a cozy ambiance. You can sit at the Chef's counter, in the dining room or the alcove, or partake in the outdoor dining, which is open year-round and heated in the winter. Ruffian serves vegetarian à la carte dishes like White Bean Lobio, Burdock Brandade, and Maitake Kebab, and they also offer a tasting menu. You can pair your food with white, orange, pink, or red wine.

A total buyout accommodates 35 guests, and the covered outdoor area accommodates 25 guests.

After a summer stroll in Tompkins Square Park, you can walk a couple of blocks to The Copper Still and continue to soak up the sun with the outdoor seating. Next, try a refreshing cocktail like the Cucumber Cooler or Under The Lychee and order plates for the table like sliders, pretzel bites, and wings. Or be a little selfish and get the Shepard's pie or beet and goat cheese salad all for yourself.

If it gets too hot, there is an expansive indoor seating area with various table options and a bar. This East Village outdoor bar can accommodate 80 to 100 guests for private events.