As the weather warms up in the Big Apple, outdoor dining is back on the menu for New York City residents and visitors alike. Following a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the city's popular outdoor dining program is set to return for the season, bringing with it a renewed sense of vibrancy to the city's streets and sidewalks. The program, which allows restaurants to expand their seating capacity into the public right-of-way, has been a staple of the city's dining scene since its inception in 2020. With the return of outdoor dining, New Yorkers can once again enjoy their favorite meals under the stars, and visitors can experience the city's renowned culinary scene in a whole new way.


Outdoor dining returns to New York City for the season  CBS News