This Spectacular Restaurant Is One Of Best Places On Governor’ Island And Worth The Trip
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This Spectacular Restaurant Is The Best Place To Eat At Governor’s Island And Worth The Trip

The city has an abundance of al fresco dining options to choose from than ever before. Let’s face it, sipping an agave cocktail is much more enjoyable outdoors when the weather is warmer and the days are longer. Although New York City has more than 200 neighborhoods that you could spend a lifetime exploring their fare, there is only one place that can transport you to the beaches of Tulum without leaving the Concrete Jungle. Gitano transported their SoHo neighborhood Garden of Love Restaurant to Gitano Island, an eye-catching waterfront restaurant and beach lounge on Governor’s Island. This spectacular restaurant is the best place to eat at Governor’ Island and worth the trip.

The 27,000 square foot oasis surrounds a palm tree jungle, and embellished with beach cabanas, dining pergolas, and a giant sparkling disco ball suspended over the water. Just think, an under 8 minute ferry ride will lead to a sandy stroll onto a tropical spot with sweeping city views while enjoying ceviche and caviar and a specialty cocktail. Here is the Ferry Schedule– Let’s Go!

This Spectacular Restaurant Is One Of Best Places On Governor’ Island And Worth The Trip
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This Spectacular Restaurant Is One Of Best Places On Governor’ Island And Worth The Trip

Gitano Island’s curated menu brings Mexican cuisine to New York City in a modern way featuring unique and unexpected combinations. Offerings feature bites like Shishito Peppers, and Shared plates with Grilled Octopus, Shrimp Tacos, Mexican Lobster Rolls and Wagyu Bison Meatballs. And Large plates highlighting dishes such as Branzino in Banana Leaf, Roasted Cauliflower, and a 12- hour slow roasted Short Rib Birria. In addition to these the menu features Gitano Caviar, Royal Osteria Caviar served with Sopes, Chipotle crème fraîche, chives, eggs and traditional accompaniments.

This Spectacular Restaurant Is One Of Best Places On Governor’ Island And Worth The Trip
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Best Place To Dine Governor’s Island Worth The Trip

The other reason to take the ferry: Gitano Island’s Libations. From signature Mezcal Cocktails covering Jungle Fever or Gitano Margarita, to a Sun Kissed (drink featuring tequila, and Campari,) or Golden Hour- a Hennessey mixture with caramelized pineapple and lemon. Frozen drinks including Bird of Paradise and Agua Sandia are options for those wanting to keep their chill. Wine, Beer and Non – Alcoholic Elixirs are also available. Gitano Island is very unique that is worth the visit alone.

GITANO Island

125 Carder Road

Governors Island, NYC, NY 10014

Mon- Fri 12 PM — 4 PM

Dinner & Sunset Cocktails

Monday — Thursday 4 PM — 10 PM

Friday — Sunday 4 PM — 11 PM

Weekend Brunch

Saturday & Sunday 12 PM — 3 PM

Reservations

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