Washington Heights: Park Views, Ramen, Pizza and Margaritas

4.4 (326)

Mon – Sun, 15:00 – 04:00 (+1)

589 Fort Washington Ave

Guava margaritas and hot bar staples such as wings and a spicy Buffalo chicken wrap fill the tables at this uptown bar with an open back roof area. Early evenings suit NBA games, later hours bring a packed crowd, and happy hour is active.

4.5 (883)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 01:00 (+1)

W 183rd St & Fort Washington Ave

Set on a Revolutionary War fort site, this quiet park marks Manhattan's highest natural point with a stone marker. The west side looks out over the Hudson River and the George Washington Bridge, and a playground, benches and game tables fill the space. Open until 1:00 AM.

4.5 (1,272)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 23:00

823 W 181st St

Sit at the counter and watch the kitchen prep Tokyo-style ramen, from spicy miso to shio with tender pork, plus rice bowls, garlic edamame and chicken karage. A sake collection and a white negroni round out the drinks in a small, relaxed room.

4.5 (517)

Mon – Sun, 10:00 – 22:00

804 W 187th St

Fresh, consistent specialty slices with generous toppings run from a Grandma slice and Buffalo chicken to Margherita and Sicilian pies at this counter-serve spot. Salads, pastas and paninis fill out the menu. It gets packed after school, but service is fast.