2023: Brooklyn Voted Lock Yard Best Outdoor Atmosphere Bar/Restaurant!
Lock Yard
9221 5th Avenue, Brooklyn
(718) 333-5282 – lockyard.com/main
Dwight D. Eisenhower once said, “Some people wanted champagne and caviar when they should have had beer and hot dogs.” At Lock Yard, beer and hot dogs are what you’ll get — and looking at its expansive and creative menu, we can guarantee you it’s all you’ll want. This “homey” pub is a hidden gem of Bay Ridge. It comes with year-round heated beer garden seating out back and serves up craft brews, sausages, and the comfiest of comfort food. Whether you want to build your own hot dog or trust in one of Lock Yard’s genius creations (from the Bartman to the Bridgeview and more), there’s something for everyone at this treasure of a local eatery and watering hole.
2022: Brooklyn Voted Fabricca Best Outdoor Atmosphere Bar/Restaurant!
Fabricca
44 N 6th St
(347) 422-0923 – fabriccanyc.com
A restaurant’s outdoor dining can make or break your experience at said restaurant. If you want a guaranteed good time while enjoying your meal al fresco, you have to make a reservation at Fabricca. Located on the Williamsburg waterfront, you are immediately comfortable with the climate. The outdoor dining area is complete with a roof to keep the sun from coming in too strongly or just in case there’s a quick change in the forecast, plus there’s tons of lighting and greenery to make the area comfortable and inviting. There are different seating options as well, including standard chairs and big couches that help pull the whole area together. So don’t wait, add Fabricca to your must-go places for outdoor dining this summer!
2021: Brooklyn Voted Lock Yard Best Outdoor Atmosphere Bar / Restaurant!
Lock Yard
9221 5th Ave, Brooklyn
(718) 333-5282- lockyard.biz
Dwight D. Eisenhower once said, “Some people wanted champagne and caviar when they should have had beer and hot dogs.” At Lock Yard, beer and hot dogs are what you’ll get — and looking at its expansive and creative menu, we can guarantee you it’s all you’ll want. This “homey” pub is a hidden gem of Bay Ridge. It comes with year-round heated beer garden seating out back and serves up craft brews, sausages, and the comfiest of comfort food. Whether you want to build your own hot dog or trust in one of Lock Yard’s genius creations (from the Bartman to the Bridgeview and more), there’s something for everyone at this treasure of a local eatery and watering hole.
2020: Brooklyn Voted The Rookery Best Outdoor Atmosphere Bar / Restaurant! (Tie)
The Rookery
425 Troutman St, Brooklyn
(718) 483-8048- www.therookerybar.com
The Rookery offers contemporary drinks and food in a former industrial space in the heart of Bushwick’s nightlife scene near the Jefferson Street L-train station. The gastropub has a beer garden out front and a 16-foot horseshoe bar, where thirsty Brooklynites can sip on a wide array of carefully-curated draft beers on tap — always 20oz imperial pints! Along with that, there’s plenty of classic and modern cocktails, wine. Why not try some British-West Indian inspired pub grub, such as curried goat shepherd’s pie, fish and chips, or pork chop cassoulet. If you’re in need of hangover recovery, the taproom is also a popular brunch spot for locals and visitors alike!
2020: Brooklyn Voted Lavender Lake Best Outdoor Atmosphere Bar / Restaurant! (Tie)
Lavender Lake
383 Carroll St, Brooklyn
(347) 799-2154 – www.lavenderlake.com
Lavender Lake has become of Brooklyn’s top destinations for eating and drinking outdoors. Watch the sun set on their cozy and rustic outdoor patio before it gets too crowded with some of their local craft beers/ciders on tap and old world wines along with their happy hour food options. Locals rave of the restaurant’s juicy “smashed lake burger” comprised of grass-fed beef and American and white cheddar cheese and nachos. The bar is also unique for being a dog-friendly place so your dog can enjoy some fresh air and even make a doggy friend as you sip on your drink.
2019: Brooklyn Voted Lock Yard Best Outdoor Atmosphere Bar / Restaurant!
Lock Yard
9221 5th Ave.
(718) 333-5282 – www.lockyard.com
If you’re looking for a fun and casual outdoor experience with your next dining experience, look no further than Lock Yard. With their line-up of beers, ciders, and customizable hot dogs and comfort food menu (now with more plant-based options for their vegetarian and vegan customers), you’ll surely leave full and looking forward to your next visit. Their 1,300 square foot beer garden is heated and lined with picnic tables and trees, making it the ideal outdoor spot all year round, even in these chilly winter months. The one-of-a-kind space is ideal not just for a night out, but for private events as well. Lock Yard hosts trivia every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., so be sure to sharpen up your trivia facts for a night of fun.
2017: Brooklyn Voted Lock Yard Best Outdoor Atmosphere Bar / Restaurant!
Lock Yard
9221 Fifth Avenue
(718) 333-5282
www.lockyard.com
There are a lot of scenic spots to get your drink on, but Lock Yard is one of the best thanks to its 1,300 square foot heated beer garden. Come browse their extensive selection of brews and other offerings for a truly awesome bar experience.