Anable Basin Sailing Bar & Grill
“The picnic tables offer the perfect level of class that your looking for while day drinking and eating barbecue.”
“Anable is at the end of 44th Drive, right at the edge of the East River and with spectacular views of Manhattan.”
“Only 4 stars because it's cash only (they have an atm) and the grill items are a little pricey ($10 for a chorizo).”
Anable Basin Sailing Bar & Grill
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Smoking: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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My friend and I had just left a YELP event in LIC that were late too and missed all the food, LOL. It was a beautiful summer night so we just hung around the neighborhood trying to figure out where we going to eat. I am not sure how we found out about this spot but I think we saw the great reviews on YELP. It took us a while to figure out how to get there since we had already parked our cars and was just walking.
After several turns we finally found this open area with gorgeous views packed with people eating at picnic tables and enjoying the live band. My favorite part of this spot were the picturesque views of NYC and the water. I remember checking out the menu and was a bit disappointed. There wasn't a big selection of items and what they did have didn't make my mouth water, dying to try something. I ordered the sausages that came with onions, bread and mustard which reminded me of a light snack. The meal I mean light snack was okay. They had a decent assortment of beer which didn't tickle my fancy since I don't drink beer. LOL
Overall, this was a cool spot to check out as an after dinner spot to enjoy the weather, music and ambience. Definitely eat before you come.
This place is everything you could want from a summer evening in New York:
Cold drinks?
Check.
Dogs and burgers straight off the grill? Check.
Scrumptiously sweet corn on the cob?
Check.
Waterfront al fresco dining with stunning views of Manhattan's skyline?
Check.
Live music (accordion included)?
Check.
*** CASH ONLY! ***
Loved stopping by this place. I've been here twice in the past month or so. First time was a late weekday night where the place was pretty empty and the second was a weekend at sunset.
I love the ambiance, totally a place you can come with family (even the little ones) and watch the beautiful skyline while enjoying some wine, beer or cocktails. The beer selection isnt too large, they didn't have coors or bud light but the stella was good and the margaritas were even better! The chorizo dish was SO yum and I normally am not a sausage person. The staff is super friendly and there is plenty of table space.
As a parent I love finding places like this, where you can relax and unwind, have a drink without needing to order a meal or even food at all and still bring your kids or family. Definitely a place I would (and already have) recommend to friends.
I was told about this place & finally ended up stopping by this past week.
Great open space , plenty of tables to sit & relax very laid back vibe goes well with the nice mix of music they play.
Once settled we decided to stick to beer can't go wrong with Stella on tap.
While seating down enjoying our drinks I noticed a few people had their doggies w then how cool is this? Didn't know u can do this.
What a cool concept that u can bring your pet along to enjoy a nice night out love this nice concept & something u really don't see.
Good service at the bar & decent prices for the beer. I noticed they serve food as well didn't try any this time maybe the next.
Great open space , lovely city views I don't see how u can beat this my only complain is that I didn't know about this place sooner.
I love this HIDDEN (literally) gem! Anable Bar & Grill is an outdoors venue with picnic tables along a fence that separates ground from water. It appears to be a backyard behind a warehouse. Everyone orders at the Bar and you are given a receipt to take over to the Grill (few steps away). A gentleman will remind you of your order number and point at the digital display of the current order. On a Saturday night, this place was pretty crowded but there were empty seats deeper inside and around the corner of the building.
Food – check (Bison Burger was yums, so was Chorizo sausage, ~$10-15 each)
Drinks – check (bottled & draft & cocktails)
Music – check
View – double check! (NYC manhattan skyline + Roosevelt Island) – simply GORGEOUS
Crowd – very diverse and chill (even kids here!) – GREAT vibe!
Bathroom – errr… inside building with long line outside
Where has Anable Basin been all my life? I visited this bar (and Long Island City) for the first time last weekend and am already planning my next trip back. It's awesome.
My friend and I came for post-dinner drinks on Friday night and were pleasantly surprised by how bustling but NOT crowded it was for such a beautiful, warm evening. There were people of all ages here, including a handful of young kids with their parents. It was a great scene. We ordered moscow mules at the bar and then easily found seats at the end of an already-occupied picnic table; the willingness to share tables definitely added to the relaxed vibe. My friend and I had a wonderful time admiring the Manhattan skyline and breeze while catching up in peace.
Unfortunately our drinks weren't great (made with bottled lime juice, which definitely does not taste as good as fresh lime juice!) and the bartender was strange and giggly, but that didn't diminish our experience overall. I'll probably stick to wine or beer when I return though. Highly recommend for group gatherings and dates.
One of the best surprises found in LIC by the waterfront which has gorgeous views and a chill atmosphere. I met a couple of friends here for the first time and believe it or not I would have never found this place without them. Its a great casual place just to hang out and have drinks and eat with great views of the Manhattan skyline (even to watch the sunset). There is a great mix people and personalities and its really nice, this space can accommodate groups. They have a food stand that serves burgers sausages, etc, plus a bar that keeps the drinks flowing. It's not really easy to get to without a car or bike.
I love this place! Very chill outdoor spot.
I've been here a couple of times & still it amazes me looking at manhattan skyline. Whenever I have friends who visit me here in nyc I always bring them here coz of course, they wanna take picture of the skyline & at the same time we can enjoy cold beer & eat yummy burger.
My suggestion is come here when its night time. You can see the lights & its really pretty to take pictures. The view is amazing!