Al Fresco

As a New York City dweller,
I don't often have the chance
To enjoy a meal al fresco;
You might look at me askance...

Thinking, outdoors in Manhattan,
Where's the dining out appeal?
On the sidewalk, with the traffic
Zipping by throughout your meal?

Being gawked by passing strangers,
Hearing belches from a bus,
Shooing sparrows seeking tidbits,
Is it worthy of the fuss?

But that answer's very easy
As I'm sure that you can guess.
Do I love to eat al fresco?
All that I can say is YES!