Summertime is the best time to explore new outdoor dining spots and create those long lasting memories with your friends while sharing incredible food. These restaurants range from cozy outdoor dining and quaint small town gems, to luxurious al fresco wine bars and elegant city patios. Whether you’re looking for affordable spots, charming out of the way gems, or fancy locales, these eight dining options are all the rave and showcase the best hot outdoor dining spots of the summer.
N7 New Orleans, Louisiana
N7 is a charming French inspired wine and bar restaurant located in the Bywater of New Orleans. It is tucked away in the bywayter neighborhood, giving it that lush small hidden atmosphere while being in the big vibrant city of New Orleans. This hidden gem is the perfect date night spot or to celebrate.
Café Altro Paradiso in SoHo, New York
Cafe Altro is an Italian restaurant in the heart of New York city and is owned by chef Ignacio Mattos. Aside from its perfect location, it provides an airy open space for its costumers with a modern marble bar. It is also a must go when visiting the beautiful city of New York.
Sogno Toscano Santa Monica
Sogno Toscano transports you from the Los Angeles hustle and bustle to an Italian getaway with its live performances and dreamy garden landscape. Sogno Toscano translates to “Tuscan Dream” which it definitely embodies with its bright vibrant designs and traditional Italian atmosphere. This Italian getaway is the perfect patio dining spot for any Italian food lover.
Clean Slate Wine Bar Solvang California
Clean Slate is a perfect affordable cozy patio dining wine bar, located in Solvang, California. This charming out of the way patio restaurant has affordable options, along with its great homey setting and flavorful food.
Josephine Austin Texas
Located in one of Austin’s most historical neighborhoods, and the sister restaurant to Austins Jeffrey’s, Josephine offers a stylish modern dining atmosphere. While still having that southern charm and quaint feel, it has a modern and trendy twist that attracts guests from around the world.
Cafe Monarch Scottsdale Arizona
Cafe Monarch is a cozy romantic fine dining restaurant with its New American meals and an elegant dim lit patio. This dreamy candle lit setting is the perfect place for couples and friends to sit back and enjoy an elegant night out.
Coterie Charleston South Carolina
Coterie is a Charleston chic contemporary patio restaurant with various delectable dishes to chose from. Coierie provides a mix of a family friendly atmosphere while being surrounded by lush greenery and a classy outdoor bar. This leafy patio is the perfect relaxing spot to visit in Charleston.
Best Regards Houston Texas
If you’re ever visiting the famous Lone Star State, Best Regards is a perfect outdoor dining spot in Houston, Texas. This country hot spot has a cocktail bar and lounge for guests while also bringing an elevated food and cocktail experience to its Houston residents.
