After a major glow-up, the cobblestone streets of this historic maritime neighborhood have become one of the coolest destinations in town.
Located at the East River south of the Brooklyn Bridge , this small pocket in Lower Manhattan has of late undergone a dramatic glow - up . Just a tenner ago , The Seaport was home to fiddling more than schlocky holidaymaker shops and nary a solid bar or dinner smudge in sight . After Hurricane Sandy demolished immense swath of it , many business that had been hanging on by a thread were force to shutter , cast doubt on whether there would even be a seaport field of New York City at all .
But now , with the help of The Howard Hughes Corporation — who spent years rehabilitate Pier 17 and the environ street into a lively stint of eating place , legal community , shops , and perform venues ( this is also approximately when the part started to be get laid as The Seaport , rather than South Street Seaport)—what was once a fishing port in the 1800s has become one of the coolest region in town .
And while the restaurant game has been potent since the area ’s transformation , the recent chess opening of the Tin Buildingfood hallhas annunciate a newfangled era for The Seaport : A right terminus dining enclave . So if you have n’t been , or have n’t been in yr , now is the thoroughgoing time to search this riverside community . From a maritime story museum to new luxury hotels , here ’s everything to eat , see , and do at The Seaport .
The Seaport|Photo by Cole Saladino for Thrillist
Dine at a dazzling new food hall along with outposts from world-renowned chefs
Whether you ’re looking to max out the office ’s credit card or are in hunt of a nimble nosh , The Seaport is home to some of the city ’s most exciting raw restaurant .
Carne Mareis a swank Italian - flair chop house perhaps most famed for their effete ( and delicious)mozzarella stickspiled high with caviar . For a extra occasion repast that veers more towards pescaterian taste , head toThe Fulton , chefJean - Georges Vongerichten ’s paean to seafood .
For something more casual , the dinner computer menu at Momofuku’sSsam Barwith their signature Large Format Meals is idealistic for communion . For brunch , there ’s farm - to - table dining atMalibu Farm . And the newish outstation of belovedDi Fara Pizzais gross for something on the go .
Fish & Chips, Fried Clams & Shrimp, and Warm Lobster Roll at Fulton Fish Co|Photo by Cole Saladino for Thrillist
For dessert , cookie devotee should make a beeline toFunny Face Bakery , home to theHarry Styles face cookie . One of the Big Apple ’s best Modern spots for mithai , or Amerindic sweets , is also in the region : Tagmomakes small mountain of jewel - like goody , admit Pistachio Burfi and Besan Ladoo . For something frosty , Mister Dipshas some of the metropolis ’s hunky-dory easygoing serve . And an frontier settlement of the care for water ice cream blade , Van Leeuwen , serves classical flavour with a twist like Marionberry Cheesecake , along with stack of vegan form .
But perhaps the swelled new driver of appetency to the neighborhood is the gleamingTin Building , the ware of eight years of exact reconstruction from chef Jean - Georges Vongerichten and his team . The two - storyfood halloffers six dine - in concepts , including theFulton Fish Co.for seafood andT. Brasseriefor French menu , as well as six grab - and - go bit like the breakfast sandwich havenDouble Yolk , andT Cafefor java and pastry . Sprinkled among the eatery are also multiple markets , trade everything from hard - to - find impertinent blossom varieties to the Tin Building ’s own channel of oils and vinegar . You ’ll need at least a few visit here to seize it all .
Snap epic selfies with the BK Bridge and historic sailboats
With its cobblestone streets and heroic close - up views of the Brooklyn Bridge , since its revival , The Seaport stands out as one of New York City ’s most charming neighborhoods for a romantic wander .
chronicle buffs will appreciateThe South Street Seaport Museum , which chronicles the metropolis ’s yesteryear as a bustling seaport and have an impressive fleet of historical ship , include an adorable 1930 tugboat . And to learn of the African Diaspora ’s wallop on the chronicle of New York City , Black Gotham Experiencehosts walk tours , talks , and events that get to illume these often forgotten stories .
Since its renovation , the arena has become home to many local boutiques as opposed to touristy big brands . McNally Jacksonis one of the city ’s best independent bookstores , whileThe Canvasstocks ethical , emerging autonomous brands from around the globe . Vintage hounds will loveClub Vintage , which sells not only vintage threads , but piece of furniture and home decor as well . The newest boutique , CHEVAL , open this calendar month with a steady supplying of sparkly brake shoe . And for the perfect leather jacket , letChristian Benner Custommake one for you to your exact specs .
McNally Jackson|Photo by Cole Saladino for Thrillist
The Seaport is also home to one of our favored movie theaters , theIPICFulton grocery store . The dramatic art is a “ dine - in , ” which means you may eat a full meal of Chicken & Red Velvet Waffles reclined in a easygoing seat .
And come summer and fall time , there are more seasonal offerings in the neighborhood . The Rooftop at Pier 17is an unbelievable concert locus with an outside stagecoach that has a gorgeous view of the metropolis visible horizon . AndManhattan By Sailis one of the best way to explore the island from the pee ; in time of year , they offer daily sailing boat turn around NY Harbor aboard a historic limiter ship or a classic schooner .
Sip on famed negronis and enjoy drinks on outdoor lawns
One of the biggest advantages to a Nox out here are the beautiful river opinion . Dante ’s Negroni Bar , with its soaring floor - to - cap window that can roll up in temperate weather , maximise its location with an indoor - outdoor frame-up to sip on their famed negronis . you may also snag a cake stool at any of the Tin Building’sdining concepts , like the Chinese - inspiredHouse of the Red Pearl . And if the agenda calls for drinks and a motion-picture show , grab a cocktail atThe Tuck Roombefore lead into the aforesaid IPIC for a moving-picture show .
For something super blue - samara , Jeremy ’s Ale Housebills itself as “ the last of the greatNYC dive bars , ” whileFresh Saltis a very solid , no - gimcrackery neighborhood watering muddle .
And while it ’s only open seasonally , The Greensis one of the most singular places to seize a drink with brother . Located on the cap of Pier 17 , the place has mini - lawns that fit out up to 8 masses , all over with professorship and an umbrella .
Bar seating at House of the Red Pearl at the Tin Building|Photo by Cole Saladino for Thrillist
Lodge at chic hotels with stunning views and arcade game-filled lobbies
While the vicinity , which roughly stretches from Water Street to the East River , does n’t technically comprehend any hotels , there are plenty of nearby options .
For sumptuousness , Mr. C Seaportfrom the Cipriani family of restaurant renown offers 66 room boasting stunning views of the Brooklyn Bridge or NYC horizon . Expect high - end Italian linens and rain showers in each room , and the on - site restaurantBelliniserves ( naturally ) Italian food . The Wall Street Hotelfrom Preferred Hotels & Resorts is the newest fancy property to debut close by . Here , 180 room are inspired by classic NYC apartments , and its amenities include a private rooftop terrace with postcard - perfect views of the New York Harbor and Lower Manhattan . Chef John Fraser ’s newest eatery , La Marchande , is also on - website , serving contemporary French brasserie meals . But , for an even more undivided address , become a member ofCasa Ciprianiin the historic Battery Maritime Building . This private baseball club offers 47 hotel rooms and suite with private balconies overlooking The Statue of Liberty .
For more flat - elan living , we ’re self-aggrandizing fans ofMint House at 70 Pine , which offer about three time the space of a normal hotel elbow room , plus a full kitchen . But if you do n’t feel like cooking , 70 Pine is also home to the Michelin - starred restaurantsCrown ShyandSaga(and its cocktail barOverstory ) , plus the tastyBlack Fox Coffee Co.
Otto Suite|Photo courtesy of The Wall Street Hotel
And at long last , for something more pocketbook - favorable , theMoxy NYC Downtownboasts the on - site coworking and “ act space”Recreation , which has old - school day colonnade games , strong cocktails , and program like live euphony and DJs . Its 298 rooms are outfitted with sleek speck like leather headboard , cute denim robes , and 10 - foot story - to - ceiling window .
