No time for a vacation this spring? Escape at one of these five standout local restaurants where you can enjoy amazing food while enjoying the spring weather and soaking up some sunshine and fresh air. 

1. Highlawn Pavilion – Bypass the formal indoor dining and grab a seat outside on the patio overlooking the NYC skyline. You can make an entire meal out of their delicious bar menu, and sip cocktails while you watch the sun go down over the city.