15 restaurant patios around Atlanta perfect for dining al fresco

The patio at The Chastain includes spots for a casual lunch or lounging around the fire pit and a tree-covered outdoor dining room. (Provided by The Chastain) It’s hard to find a restaurant in Metro Atlanta without patio seating or some sort of outdoor dining arrangement, whether that be cafe-style sidewalk tables or an indoor-outdoor bar. From March until November, restaurants throughout Atlanta take full advantage of the region’s relatively temperate climate, transforming patios, sidewalks, and tree-covered gardens into relaxing al fresco dining spaces From a lively beer garden and riverfront fine dining to a vibrant covered patio for tapas and cocktails and an Italian restaurant nestled under the trees, check out these 15 restaurants offering great spaces for outdoor dining. The Chastain in Chastain ParkSit on this lovely patio, shaded by mature trees, for lunch or dinner. Much of the patio overlooks the Michelin Green Star restaurant’s sprawling edible garden. The outdoor lounge has a fire pit and is dog-friendly. Keep an eye out for Bogie, the restaurant’s resident patio cat. Canoe in ViningsVery few restaurant patios in Atlanta rival the views from the covered patio at Canoe, or from its Adirondack seating areas and riverside cocktail bar along the banks of the Chattahoochee River. This fine dining institution is where to come for wood-roasted chicken and fish or the signature peppercorn-crusted kangaroo. For dessert, don’t skip the popcorn ice cream sundae made with Cracker Jacks and Chantilly cream. Head to Canoe for brunch to indulge in the pecan sticky buns and brioche French toast. Larakin in Midtown This coffee and wine bar, one block west of Piedmont Park, is perfect for lingering on pleasant days. Seating is all outdoors, and the patio is super dog-friendly. Grab a breakfast sandwich or local pastry in the morning, then a couple of thick slices of focaccia pizza with a charcuterie and cheese board later in the day. Weekends and evenings tend to be busy, but no one seems to mind. Staplehouse in Old Fourth Ward There’s just something about eating hot wood-fired pizza, one of Chef Ryan Smith’s seasonal salads, or sharing a charcuterie and cheese spread while sipping wine with friends on this sunny garden patio. Order at the counter first. Then find your way to the backyard for a seat in the garden or on the covered patio. Dogs and kids are always welcome at this Michelin-star restaurant. Florida Man in ReynoldstownLocated on the Eastside Beltline trail in Reynoldstown, the rooftop bar above Breaker Breaker is for the 21+ crowd. Incorporating the steel canopy from the original Stein Steel warehouse to provide cover, Florida Man is an open-air cocktail bar channeling a houseboat design theme with bamboo seating and lush tropical plants. Eight televisions also make it a prime spot for watching sports on the weekends. Expect a small snack menu here paired with boozy slushies and tropical drinks. Florida Man above Breaker Breaker. (Provided by Breaker Breaker) Mediterranea in Grant Park Dine on the quiet rooftop patio at this Mediterranean restaurant overlooking a tree-filled park below. Everything on the menu is completely gluten-free, and many dishes are also vegetarian and vegan. Great spot for thin-crust pizza and wine. Halfway Crooks Beer in Summerhill This brewery features a covered rooftop patio and a lively beer garden serving food from a converted shipping container. Sometimes there’s live music on the weekends. Restrooms are available at the beer garden, which is also very dog-friendly and family-friendly. Side Saddle Wine Saloon in Boulevard HeightsA newcomer to the Atlanta wine bar scene, most of the seating for Side Saddle Wine Saloon is outside. It’s a great spot to hop off the Southeast Beltline trail for natural wine and food from Chef Carla Fears. Another dog-friendly patio, the vibe here is lively, inclusive, and built on good times hanging out with friends. Kimball House in Decatur The front patio at this award-winning restaurant is covered now and a great place to dine on seasonal fare, slurp oysters, sip wine, and drink perfect cocktails on a pleasant evening. Pro tip for martini drinkers: order the Kimball House.   Downwind Restaurant in Chamblee Come to this restaurant institution for the burgers, gyros, and patio views overlooking the planes on the runway at PDK airport. It’s a fun way to spend your lunch hour.  Block and Drum in ChambleeThis sprawling food and drinks complex in the heart of Chamblee has become a gathering place for the community. It includes a coffee shop, listening room, cocktail bar, and spaces for food pop-ups, all surrounding a central green space with a stage for live music. Funwoody Village in DunwoodyDavid Abes and his restaurant group, DASH Hospitality, revamped a handful of restaurant spaces in Dunwoody Village to create a thriving town center with plenty of outdoor dining and drinking spaces. Dubbed “Funwoody” Village, head here for everything from barbecue, burgers, and seafood to wine, cocktails, and ice cream. Expect events throughout the week, including sports on the big screen, live music, line dancing, and trivia nights. Osteria Mattone on Canton Street in Roswell. (Via Osteria Mattone/Facebook) Osteria Mattone in Roswell The patio at this Italian restaurant, from the owners of Table and Main, has long been an OTP favorite. It features ample outdoor seating that winds around the front of the restaurant close to the tree line and a stone fire pit for warming up on chilly evenings. Wine is a must here.  Fogón and Lions in Alpharetta Dine on stellar Latin American and Spanish fare and sip wine or a rum cocktail on this vibrant covered patio in the heart of downtown Alpharetta. Great people watching, too. There’s counter seating for folks who are just dropping by for drinks.  Gilly Brew Bar in Stone Mountain When you’re in Stone Mountain, never miss a chance to grab one of the creative coffee drinks and a bite to eat from Gilly. Sit upstairs on the wraparound porch. The coffee bar resides in the oldest house in Stone Mountain Village.   The post 15 restaurant patios around Atlanta perfect for dining al fresco appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.