The middle of summer lands on August 7 this year, and the rush to keep feeling, stack experiences, and gather sensations of these last fleeting weeks makes actually landing outdoor space at rooftops bars, waterside restaurants and other peak weather venues as competitive as securing a table at the Waverly Inn circa 2008.

These restaurants and bars offer little hideaways for you to spend the rest of your summer dining. Including semi-secret gardens, surprising backyards, unexpected patios, and cozy spots to make you feel quietly tucked away in one of the biggest cities in the world!

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