Must Try Patios in Every Atlanta Neighborhood

By Liesl Merkel

Published June 30, 2025

Whether you’re looking for a sunny patio with amazing skyline views or a neighborhood eatery shaded by towering oaks, Atlanta is full of outdoor places to eat. The city’s mild temperatures last just about all year, making it easy to take advantage of all of the restaurants with outdoor dining.

Downtown Restaurants with Outdoor Seating

Perch on a patio or breezy terrace in one of our Downtown restaurants with outdoor seating. Whether you’re gathering before the big game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium or searching for a local spot in Castleberry Hill or Summerhill, there are plenty of places to eat outside in Atlanta.

Big Kahuna

Craving a taste of the sea? Head to Big Kahuna with its menu full of Pacific Coast flair served with Southern hospitality. Margaritas and ice cold draft beers are perfect for the patio. 

Where: 303 Peachtree Center Ave. NE

Der Biergarten

Named one of the top beer gardens in the country, Der Biergarten spreads across 7,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space. Menu items include traditional German beers and dishes such as riesebretzel (giant warm pretzel with mustard), Jägerschnitzel (lightly breaded pork with a mushroom, bacon and onion sauce) and bratwurst on a bun.

Where: 300 Marietta St. NW

Dos Bocas

Dos Bocas brings together authentic Tex-Mex and Cajun flavors with a beautiful patio view of Centennial Olympic Park. Tantalize your taste buds with a Dos Bocas margarita before delving into menu favorites cast-iron chicken, jambalaya or fajitas.

Where: 275 Baker St. NW

Hudson Grille

The covered patio at Hudson Grille is a perfect place to relax and throw back a local brew and interesting bar food such as buffalo chicken nachos and jalapeño cheese balls, or larger plates piled with jambalaya and giant burgers.

Where: 120 Marietta St.

Max’s Coal Oven Pizzeria

Share a specialty pie served piping hot out of the oven, and be sure to try the signature coal oven wings. Sandwiches and pastas round out the menu at Max’s Coal Oven Pizza. Everything is best enjoyed on the sidewalk patio. 

Where: 300 Marietta St. NW

No Mas! Cantina

Enjoy delicious Mexican fare in a festive atmosphere created with artisan-crafted décor. With a 50-foot travertine bar, expansive outdoor patio and hand-blown glass light fixtures, No Mas! is a great choice for enjoying a margarita or two in the Castleberry Hill neighborhood. 

Where: 180 Walker St. SW

Pacific Rim Bistro

Come for lunch or dinner to indulge in Pan Asian cuisine and fresh sushi at Pacific Rim Bistro. Lounge on the roomy patio with a glass of wine, sake or Japanese whiskey.  

Where: 303 Peachtree Center Ave. NE

STATS Brewpub

STATS offers elevated bar food, home-brewed beers from its on-site brewery and personal beer taps on select tables. A spacious, partially covered rooftop patio overlooking the Centennial Olympic Park District provides plenty of fresh air and great views.

Where: 300 Marietta St. NW

Top Draft Sports Lounge

Step inside the Omni Atlanta Hotel to hang out on the terrace of Top Draft Sports Lounge with a fantastic view of Centennial Olympic Park. Elevated bar fare such as butter-poached lobster fries and house-made pork rinds will satisfy while games play on several televisions.

Where: 190 Marietta St. NW

Wood’s Chapel BBQ

Chef Todd Ginsberg heads the Wood’s Chapel BBQ kitchen, serving brisket, ribs, pulled pork and sides in the Summerhill neighborhood. The fun, open patio is perfect for trying out smoked wings, brisket tacos or tangy beet and jalapeno slaw. 

Where: 85 Georgia Ave. SE

Outdoor Dining in Midtown

Called the Heart of the Arts, Midtown is packed with theaters, museums and performing arts venues. Discover plenty of outside eating places to discuss the latest art opening or performance, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful trees that provide shade over many outdoor dining spots. Midtown restaurants with outdoor dining are plentiful, no matter what the occasion. 

5Church Midtown 

Located in Colony Square, 5Church Midtown has a rooftop patio that’s perfect for enjoying New American cuisine and a variety of drinks including whites, reds, roses, bubblies, beer and specialty cocktails. A second 5Church is located in Buckhead.

Where: 1197 Peachtree St NE

Bulla Gastrobar

Enjoy shareable Spanish cuisine while watching the world go by at Bulla Gastrobar, preferably on the comfortable patio. Try the flan de coco for a late night indulgence.

Where: 60 11th St NE

Cypress Street

Enjoy this local neighborhood spot with one of many beers on tap and pub fries while sitting on the patio. This Midtown favorite comes alive during the nice weather with its roomy outdoor space. 

El Viñedo Local

This South American-inspired restaurant located right next to the Fox Theatre offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. The outdoor patio offers a cozy but chic atmosphere that pairs well with a pre-show drink. 

Where: 730 Peachtree St NE 

Grana 

There’s nothing like a wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, a meatball flight and a satisfying cannoli. Grana brings Italy to Midtown, offering perfect spaces to dine on the patio or rooftop.

Where: 1835 Piedmont Ave NE

Lure

Transport yourself to a coastal ocean town without leaving the city at Lure. Escape to the outdoor patio for coastal seafood cuisine and a new happy hour menu. At any hour, cocktails and communal punch bowls are great accompaniments for oysters, baked crab dip or barbecue shrimp. 

Where: 1106 Crescent Ave NE

Park Tavern

Park Tavern sits where Piedmont Park meets the Atlanta Beltline, and the spacious patio is perfect for people (and dog) watching. Sit back and enjoy one of Park Tavern’s own beers, a diverse menu and live music. In cooler weather, firepits warm the patio. 

Where: 500 10th St NE

Saints + Council

This modern twist on American cuisine sits right in Colony Square, perfect for a date night out or enjoying cocktails on the brick patio with your girlfriends. 

Where: 1221 Peachtree St NE 

Zocalo Mexican Kitchen & Cantina

Zocalo offers Mexican food favorites and some of the strongest frozen margaritas in town. With its large outdoor patio just a few steps from Piedmont Park, Zocalo is a hot spot for people watching and enjoying Atlanta’s great weather. 

Where: 187 10th St NE

Buckhead Patio Restaurants

Buckhead has long been known for its upscale restaurants, but a variety of restaurants and local spots beckon in this neighborhood. Buckhead patio restaurants range from local, chef-owned to upscale, fine dining. 

Alma Cocina Buckhead

At Alma Cocina, you’ll find authentic dishes reflecting contemporary Mexican and Latin cuisine. Cloaked in greenery, this secluded patio overlooking Peachtree Road is perfect for viewing busy city life from a social distance. A large selection of tequilas and mezcals make any time of the day celebratory.

Where: 3280 Peachtree Rd NE

Bartaco

Dine at Bartaco and you just might feel as if you’re at the beach in Brazil, Southern California or Uruguay. Bartaco is an upscale street food eatery with three locations — Buckhead’s Chastain Park, Inman Park and West Midtown. Regardless of which one, the patio views are awesome, and you don’t even have to get on a plane.

Where: 3802 Roswell Rd NE

Bistro Niko

Travel to Paris without leaving Buckhead and savor modern French fare for lunch, brunch and dinner. Bistro Niko features a spacious patio overlooking Peachtree Road and a menu of classics such as French onion soup, oysters on the half shell, steak au poivre and loup de mer. 

Where: 3344 Peachtree Rd NE

Boone’s

The neighborhood destination welcomes guests at Bobby Jones Golf Course with upscale, New American cuisine. Take in spectacular views at Boone’s, overlooking the golf course from the veranda. 

Where: 2205 Northside Dr NW

Botica

Join in the lively atmosphere at Botica, serving delicious fare inspired by the flavors of Spain and Mexico. Come for brunch and a mimosa on the patio. 

Where: 1820 Peachtree Rd NW

Ecco Buckhead 

Explore European-inspired flavors and dishes in a contemporary setting at Ecco. Menu highlights include the signature fried goat cheese drizzled with honey and an impeccable wine list. Enjoy Ecco’s welcoming patio with a built-in fireplace for cooler weather. 

Where: 3586 Peachtree Rd NE

Gypsy Kitchen

When you think of Spain, you might think of tapas, seafood and outdoor dining. Gypsy Kitchen evokes all of that and more. The restaurant, located at Buckhead Village District, offers modern-day Spanish cuisine and a lively second-floor patio.

Where: 3035 Peachtree Rd NE 

Kyma

This Buckhead gem is a contemporary seafood tavern highlighting the flavors of chef/owner Pano Karatassos’s Greek roots. Settle into Kyma’s secluded patio to order Mediterranean staples like eggplant and cucumber-yogurt spreads, grilled octopus and the signature spicy lamb pie. 

Where: 3085 Piedmont Rd NE

Little Alley Steak Buckhead 

Ranked one of the 50 best steak houses in the country by OpenTable.com, Little Alley Steak Buckhead has a 2,500-square-foot patio with an outdoor bar, lounge area and plenty of outdoor heaters in the cooler months. 

Where: 3500 Lenox Rd NE

Mission + Market 

Enjoy a globally influenced, seasonal meal at Mission + Market. The elegant space has a private outdoor patio that sets the tone for a parade of savory dishes.

Where: 3550 Lenox Rd NE

Rosé & Rye

Enjoy a sophisticated indoor/outdoor lounge experience with incredible city views. Whether you enjoy creative craft cocktails or music and dancing, this Buckhead gem offers the perfect scenery for a fun night out with friends.

Where: 3377 Peachtree Rd NE

St. Julep

St. Julep sits on the ninth floor atop the Kimpton Sylvan Hotel, offering cocktails and elevated bar snacks in a modern-chic atmosphere. Perfect for dates, brunch or a gathering, this is the ultimate rooftop for an Instagrammable experience. 

Where: 374 East Paces Ferry Rd NE

South City Kitchen Buckhead

The lush, outdoor dining space at South City Kitchen offers a beautiful setting to watch the city lights. Dig into sophisticated Southern cuisine such as can’t-miss fried green tomatoes, she-crab soup and fried chicken with collard greens. 

Where: 3350 Peachtree Rd NE 

Taverna

Italian dining is what you’ll find at Taverna in Buckhead Village. The inviting patio is perfect for antipasto with a cocktail. Taverna mixes up delicate pastas and indulgent risottos, plus hearty pizzas baked in a wood stone oven. 

Where: 280 Buckhead Ave NE

THE CHASTAIN

You’ll find two outdoor areas at THE CHASTAIN. The Old Oak Terrace and the South Terrace offer multiple places to enjoy New American cuisine, complete with a firepit and lounge seating for lingering after dinner. Dogs are welcome on the terraces.

Where: 4320 Powers Ferry Rd NW

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Outdoor Restaurants on Atlanta’s Westside

Atlanta’s Westside beckons with restaurants in chic, industrial buildings and outdoor dining on the Atlanta Beltline. The area offers some of the hippest outside places to eat in the city.

Azotea Cantina 

One of the latest additions to Atlantic Station, Azotea Cantina offers Mexican food, the best of Georgia’s local beers and a spacious rooftop patio with incredible views.  

Where: 245 18th St NW

Bogg’s Social & Supply

Head to the Westside Atlanta BeltLine and find this neighborhood bar. Gather on the patio to imbibe in draft beers and Korean cocktails. Rotating food pop-ups are hosted frequently at Bogg’s Social & Supply and include anything from coveted birria tacos to New Zealand hand pies.

Where: 1310 White St SW

Bold Monk Brewing Co.

With a beer hall-inspired dining space in the entry area, a wooded beer garden accessed by bridge and a wide selection of house-brewed Belgian-influenced beers, Bold Monk Brewing Co. transports guests to European centuries-old villages.

Where: 1737 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW 

Bone Garden Cantina 

Bone Garden Cantina offers California-influenced Mexican dishes and a variety of tequilas. The interior is decorated with Mexican-inspired art celebrating Day of the Dead year-round, and the patio is perfect to enjoy street-style food and mezcal drinks.  

Where: 1425 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW

Drawbar 

Excellent drinks, friendly service and a voguish atmosphere describe one of Atlanta’s newest lounges. Craft cocktails and a menu of Southern flavors are served at Drawbar, located in Bellyard Hotel. 

Where: 1 Interlock Ave NW

Flight Club

If you’re looking for a fun activity with friends, check out Flight Club. Experience the classic game of darts in a revolutionized way. Before or after playing a few rounds, grab dinner and drinks on the patio.

Where: 1055 Howell Mill Rd

Forza Storico

Forza Storico brings Italian history, culture, tradition and taste to Westside Provisions District. Sit on Forza’s busy patio while sipping a smoked Old-Fashioned and indulging in an exquisite house-made tagliatelle. 

Where: 1198 Howell Mill Rd

Marcel

Dig into the throwback American steak house menu and find appetizer favorites such as oysters Bienville or escargots, the perfect starters for juicy, sizzling steaks. Gather in Marcel’s outdoor dining space and sip a sidecar cocktail while enjoying a breezy evening, complete with a roaring fire for cooler months.

Where: 1170 Howell Mill Rd

Miller Union

Linger on the inviting patio and experience the seasonal cuisine of James Beard Award-winning chef Steven Satterfield. Miller Union has been honored by Bon Appetit and Food & Wine for its farmstead-inspired cooking where ingredients drive the menu. 

Where: 999 Brady Ave NW

O-Ku

Atlanta’s Westside is home to one of the best modern Japanese restaurants in Atlanta. A fresh and innovative menu sourced with Southern ingredients delights the palate, while the views from the rooftop at O-Ku are amazing. 

Where: 1085 Howell Mill Rd

The Optimist

This seaside fish camp offers a robust menu of creative seafood dishes. In the summer, the outdoor dining space at The Optimist lures diners to try their hand at the putting green and groove to tunes from the occasional band.

Where: 914 Howell Mill Rd

Wild Heaven

The Atlanta brewery, Wild Heaven, lives up to its “Serve Your Neighbor” motto by offering a menu of snacks and tacos. The patio has large firepits, festive outdoor lighting and easy outdoor bar services.

Where: 1010 White St SW

Patio Dining on Atlanta’s Eastside

Atlanta’s Eastside begins just 1 mile from Centennial Olympic Park and is where tattooed locals, funky street art and community food halls come together in a unique blend of neighborhoods, all with places to eat outside in Atlanta.  

9 Mile Station

Located on top of Ponce City Market, 9 Mile Station is a rooftop beer garden with sweeping views of the Atlanta skyline. Order a craft beer, classically prepared cocktail and shareable food. The ROOF at Ponce City Market, adjacent to 9 Mile Station, features Skyline Park with retro carnival games, a giant slide, munchies and mini-golf. During winter, 9 Mile Station features dining igloos.   

Where: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE

a mano

Dine al fresco at this lovely Old Fourth Ward bistro with both a patio and covered deck. Settle in at a mano for dinner with a cocktail and selection of antipasti and fresh pastas. 

Where: 587 Ralph McGill Blvd NE

BeetleCat 

Sitting just a block away from the Atlanta Beltline, BeetleCat features an array of internationally inspired seafood complemented by dishes such as Mexican corn, Korean-style chicken and, on Sunday, doughnuts.

Where: 299 North Highland Avenue Northeast

Bread and Butterfly 

Travel to Paris with a perfectly crafted pastry and a French-inspired breakfast at Bread and Butterfly. In a chic outdoor space,, the stylish bistro offers bites for breakfast, brunch and lunch made with fresh locally sourced ingredients.\

Where: 290 Elizabeth St NE F

Chiringa

Take in the Atlanta Beltline with a fresh lemonade and a side of warm queso at Chiringa. This half-indoor, half-outdoor restaurant offers a tropical getaway right in the heart of East Atlanta. 

Where: 34 S Main St 

Hotel Clermont’s The Rooftop 

The vibe of the historic Hotel Clermont carries up to the rooftop bar with a chic retro design, cocktails, and street food. The Rooftop sits atop one of Atlanta’s beloved landmarks with a stellar skyline view, mismatched vintage chairs and the perfect frozé. 

Where: 789 Ponce De Leon Ave NE

Delbar

This Inman Park restaurant serves Middle Eastern cuisine. Tangy spreads, a la carte meats and plenty of vegetable dishes can be best enjoyed on the sunny patio. Delbar also now offers brunch.

Where: 870 Inman Vlg Pkwy NE

El Tesoro 

Find authentic Mexican food and plenty of laid-back outdoor space in the middle of the eclectic Edgewood neighborhood. This rustic and charming space at El Tesoro is perfect for everyone, including families. While the kids play tic-tac-toe, parents can order a mezcal cocktail or Mexican beer. 

Where: 1374 Arkwright Pl SE

The James Room

The James Room is a cocktail lounge full of good vibes and hand-crafted cocktails. While inside, you can sneak into the speakeasy, but there also is a patio located right next to the Beltline. On a warm day, enjoy a refreshing drink while witnessing all the action of people on the trail.

Where: 661 Auburn Ave NE 

Kevin Rathbun Steak

Renowned Atlanta chef Kevin Rathbun welcomes visitors to his Inman Park steak house, created inside a refurbished industrial building. Outdoor dining on the Atlanta Beltline has never been easier with the year-round, wrap-around patio that entices with both overhead fans and a cozy fireplace. 

Where: 154 Krog St NE 

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall offers elevated campfire cuisine with shareable dishes. The outdoor dining space offers live music each week, comfortable seating and great views of the Eastside Atlanta Beltline.  

Where: 684 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE

Murphy’s

A Virginia Highland favorite, Murphy’s serves upscale comfort food, gracious service plus a bakery and wine shop. Enjoy what many call “Atlanta’s best brunch” on the outdoor dining space with plenty of breezy shade.  

Where: 997 Virginia Ave NE

Neighbor’s Pub

Located in Virginia Highland, Neighbor’s Pub has a large and inviting patio where friends, neighbors and dogs congregate in between games of shuffleboard and darts, jukebox karaoke and sports watching.

Where: 752 North Highland Avenue Northeast

New Realm Brewery and Taproom

Enjoy some of the city’s best beer at New Realm Brewery. Located on the Atlanta Beltline near Ponce City Market, New Realm has a beer garden patio and rooftop.

Where: 550 Somerset Terrace NE

Osteria 832

Rustic, Italian fare such as thin crust pizzas and pastas are served at this Virginia Highland restaurant. And  it is the outdoor dining space overlooking North Highland Avenue that makes Osteria 832 hard to resist. 

Where: 832 North Highland Avenue Northeast

Six Feet Under

Six Feet Under has two locations, both with incredible outdoor patios. The original in Grant Park got its name from being across the street from historic Oakland Cemetery.  Climb up to the rooftop space to enjoy seafood baskets, a cold brew and a view of one of Atlanta’s most storied cemeteries. Another location is on Atlanta’s Westside. 

Where: 437 Memorial Dr SE

Superica

This upbeat Tex-Mex dining joint makes a mean queso fundido, which will pair nicely with the not-so-sweet Texas Star margarita. Chef and restaurateur Ford Fry’s Tex-Mex restaurant has four locations but those enjoying the Atlanta BeltLine Eastside Trail can refuel at the eatery’s Krog Street Market location that offers an expansive outdoor patio. 

Where: 99 Krog St NE

TWO Urban Licks

Its wood-fired cuisine, live rotating rotisseries, unique 26-foot wine-on-tap barrel wall and breathtaking Downtown skyline views make it an Atlanta favorite. While we love the edgy, urban look, it’s the patio right on the Atlanta Beltline that makes TWO Urban Licks special.

Where: 820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE

For more great places to eat and drink outside in Atlanta, visit our patio dining guide