Pier I — Attraction in New York

Great location to get a riverside selfie or group photo that is conveniently located along the bike path as well. The cute restaurant was still observing social distancing requirements and therefore they were using a loudspeaker to announce people’s orders were up. While slightly annoying, it’s not the norm so still deserves 5 stars. I’ve always felt safe here whenever I come by and they are doing new construction all nearby so it’s only getting better. Make sure you do take care and pay attention to the weather. Just after I snapped this photo I stopped under the West Side Highway that runs over the bike trail (side note: surprised it was so quiet under there) as it started to rain and so I could pack my camera. Within seconds a bolt of lightning struck 100 yards out from the end of the pier sending those remaining out there running for their lives. There is no protective shelter out on the pier so err on the side of caution when it comes to...

The Pier is a great spot in the upper west side, super unique now that boat basin has closed. Right on the Hudson, have great views and a relaxing setup as a pickup at the window type joint and all outside aeating with almost all seats having an umbrella for the sun. Wide selection of food and alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Highly recommend the burger and old bay fries, but most everything on the menu is great - they have beer, wine, frozen drinks and plenty of tables setup. Just a great place to hang out on an afternoon or weekend - especially great in the spring and fall. If you have kids, there is a big field right next to it where the kids can run and around and play while the adults...

I've visited this pier many times, whether running, on my bicycle or my favorite mode of transportation: by paddle board. It is an interesting space and one much loved, especially by locals in the hi-rises above. There is also no shortage of events held there. Just this past weekend my dog and I happened upon the MamaPaLooza concert (see photos). I highly recommend. And any new visitor should really take a look at the railroad gantry, the freight locomotive and the carved stones identifying the many rail lines that served Manhattan, coming in on the float barges that...