Frying Pan
So it's not a patio. Who cares. The Frying Pan scoops the top spot for actually being on the water in a way that no other NYC spot can replicate, a burger that's actually really good, amazing sunset views, and a magical way of making you drink at least billion buckets of Corona. Who cares if you still feel like you're rocking in the water come morning.
Frying Pan: Pier 66a 26th St; Chelsea; 212.989.6363
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