The best outdoor bars for hire in the West Village

Due West, nestled in the West Village, is where elevated cocktails meet the laid-back vibe of a neighborhood bar with a cute outdoor seating area. It's the kind of place where 'upscale bar food' is a thing, but you won't need a dictionary to understand the menu. The décor, featuring navy crushed velvet banquettes, screams "fancy," but the big screen TVs tuned to the big game scream "but not too fancy."

This cozy gastro pub is a small oasis in the concrete jungle, offering well-crafted cocktails that might make you forget you're in a city where space is more valuable than gold. The rotating selection of artwork gives it a touch of Chelsea gallery sophistication, minus the pretension.

And if you're really into it, or just want to impress a bunch of friends (or friendly strangers), you can hire out the whole venue. Imagine, an entire West Village bar to yourself, where the only battle for bar space is with your own party. Due West hits the 'cozy neighborhood bar' concept, in the most charmingly New York way possible.

With over 100 wines by the glass at Temperance, it can feel a little intimidating at first – but the space is anything but. The relaxed, spacious interior combined with the friendly sommeliers make the experience enjoyable for both wine novices and the seasoned palette. On warmer days, grab a communal sidewalk table and people-watch along Carmine Street. The outdoor patio is ideal for larger groups, a walled courtyard with long, European-style tables, and a capacity of 40 standing guests. There’s coverage for rain, and overhead heating for colder weather.

On the menu, you’ll find an abundance of wines, complemented by personal recommendations from staff. Flights start at $35, and you can ask your server to personalize one for you. Guided tastings are also available for private events. Order a few snacks to share under the sun, like french fries with aioli and cheese croquettes, or stay for dinner and try the duck or the black sea bass.

The hip, younger sister of nearby Italian restaurant Rosemary’s, Roey’s offers a more casual approach to comforting Italian dining. Come alone and choose a seat facing the sidewalk for that classic West Village people-watching experience, or gather a few friends and have an intimate dinner on the outdoor patio.

It’ll be hard to find a better happy hour in the West Village – from 4 to 6 pm, you can get a $5 signature spritz, $6 glasses of wine, and $7 margarita pizza. Come later and you can choose from their full menu of wood-fired pizzas, pasta, and antipasti. The full drinks menu includes a selection of house cocktails like the Chamomile 75 and the Pomander Spice, as well as a variety of house wines and local beers.

Patio events can host up to 16 guests, and buyouts of the indoor space accommodate up to 60 standing guests.

Chef Teerawong "Yo" Nanthavatsiri has been cooking up innovative Thai dishes in the West Village since 2006. At the center of Pinto Garden is its enclosed backyard garden, decorated with seasonal florals, ivy, and string lights. You’ll feel like you’re enjoying drinks in someone’s greenhouse. The garden is available for private events of up to 30 guests for seated meals, which include personalized family-style tasting menus, and 50 guests for cocktail receptions.

The refreshing cocktails feature tropical flavors like coconut milk, lychee, and pineapple. On weekends, you can get an hour of unlimited bellinis or mimosas for $25 with a brunch dish, and options range from pumpkin curry to Thai tea french toast. Weekday lunch options are a stunning $19 for two courses, and you can choose from classic Thai dishes like pad thai, papaya salad, and basil pork belly.