outdoor dining

New York

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

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The pandemic made outdoor dining an integral part of New York City’s dining culture, and with Mayor Eric Adams’ announcement that the Open Restaurants program—which has allowed 13,000 eateries to offer outdoor seating since COVID—will continue, New Yorkers can expect another autumn of steetside eating.

The Best Places for Outdoor Dining in NYC This Fall 

Las Vegas

Drink

As the rest of the country gears up for sweater weather, Las Vegans are celebrating a different change—it’s finally patio season!

The Best Restaurant Patios in Las Vegas 

Los Angeles

Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

Events

By their own lofty standards, USC football hasn’t had a great decade.

The Ultimate Guide to Tailgating in LA: USC Edition

Austin

Entertainment

Thrillist's entertainment section covers every facet of popular culture. If you care about television, music, film, or celeb news; we've got it covered.

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When Matt Cisneros was a boy, he knew exactly where he could find his grandfather, Rudy “Cisco” Cisneros.

The Best Places to Experience East Austin's Latinx Culture

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It’s after Labor Day and we’re on the other side of a major heat wave, but it still feels like summertime in the city.

10 Exciting New Restaurant Openings in LA to Try This Weekend

Rosebowl Stadium

In a hierarchy of LA sports fandom, UCLA football ranks somewhere around eighth, depending on how well our NHL and MLS teams are playing at any given moment.

The Ultimate Guide to Tailgating in LA: UCLA Edition

Goodbye burning summer, hello warm, wonderful fall.

The 17 Sexiest and Most Scenic Rooftop Bars in Austin

New Orleans

When people think of New Orleans, three things tend to come to mind—booze, music, and food.

Where to Find the Best Seafood in New Orleans

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At the beginning of the pandemic we hoarded cans, filling grocery carts and cabinets and holes in the woods with beans and tuna.

LA’s Modern Love Affair with Iberian Cuisine, and Why it Makes Perfect Sense

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The Lakers have the glamour and the Rams are the shiny new toy, but the Dodgers are the most universally beloved team in LA.

Where to Eat and Drink Near Dodger Stadium

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Every year around Labor Day, tennis fans from across the world gather to watch the greatest stars of our day compete for a heralded US Open championship title.

The Ultimate Guide to Attending the 2022 U.S. Open in NYC

In the summer, diving hands-first into a feast of fresh seafood just feels right.

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The Best Places for Outdoor Dining in NYC This Fall

Enjoy scenic rooftops, hidden back patios, and streetside tables with menus from some of the city’s top restaurants.

The Best Restaurant Patios in Las Vegas

Enjoy an al-fresco drink or dinner at one of Sin City’s most stunning restaurant patios.

The Ultimate Guide to Tailgating in LA: USC Edition

Here’s how to cheer on the USC Trojans and tailgate in style at the Coliseum.

The Best Places to Experience East Austin's Latinx Culture

Celebrate Latinx Heritage at these classic restaurants, parks, and more.

10 Exciting New Restaurant Openings in LA to Try This Weekend

Add a yerba mate bar, celeb-founded vegan burgers, and the new cafe from the best sourdough bakers in town to your dining agenda this weekend.

The Ultimate Guide to Tailgating in LA: UCLA Edition

The Rose Bowl is an iconic venue for football, and for cooking and drinking outside.

The 17 Sexiest and Most Scenic Rooftop Bars in Austin

Fall is coming—fingers crossed.

Where to Find the Best Seafood in New Orleans

From Viet-Cajun to oysters in every fantastic form.

LA’s Modern Love Affair with Iberian Cuisine, and Why it Makes Perfect Sense

Led by our newfound love of conservas, Spanish and Portuguese food is so hot right now.

Where to Eat and Drink Near Dodger Stadium

Get your team together to pre- or post-game at these spots.

The Ultimate Guide to Attending the 2022 U.S. Open in NYC

From stadium eats and museums to iconic selfie spots, here’s all the cool stuff to do nearby before and after watching games IRL.

Where to Order Show-Stopping Seafood Towers in NYC

The more tiers, the better.