Outdoor Dining Revival: City Council Votes to Bring Back Year-Round Program In a move that's sure to delight foodies and small business owners alike, the New York City Council has given the green light to a year-round outdoor dining program. This decision marks a significant shift from the previous seasonal version, which failed to gain traction with patrons and restaurateurs. By allowing restaurants to set up outdoor seating areas 365 days a year, the city hopes to boost local economies, enhance the dining experience, and create more vibrant public spaces. The move is also expected to provide a much-needed boost to the city's struggling restaurant industry, which has been hit hard by the pandemic and subsequent economic downturn.


Bon appetit! City Council approves return to year-round outdoor dining program, nixing failed seasonal version  amNewYork