This Backyard Garden In The West Village Is Giving Us Life

Head to Hudson Clearwater and grab a table in the backyard garden. It's a gem of a spot with great all-American fare: oysters, pork chops, etc. The staff at Hudson Clearwater are very friendly, so don’t feel rushed to leave. Enjoy a nice Aperol spritz to close out your meal before heading back into the busy streets of NYC.

Afterward, head over to Vol de Nuit, a cozy, comfortable Belgian bar–the perfect nightcap. They have 13 drafts and 25 bottles—all Belgian and more than a few from Trappist breweries. We love the cabin behind the garden where you can get close in overstuffed Victorian chairs.