Pier I Cafe

Grab a table under the shade of the cafe's many umbrellas and watch the boats go by. The counter-service setup lets you order and pick up at your own pace, choosing from a menu featuring a hot honey chicken sandwich, truffle parmesan fries, and lobster rolls. Drinks run the gamut from morning lattes at the espresso bar to craft beers, white wine sangria, and blackberry mojitos. While pricing leans expensive, the comfort of the shade and the waterfront views make it a convenient stop after activities in Hudson River Park.