Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Atlanta

51 restaurants available nearby

1. no. 246

4.8

Exceptional(3615)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Decatur

Booked 69 times today

No. 246 offers “OG” red sauce, classic Italian – a reimagined direction that marks a new era for the Decatur gem, paying homage to the old-school, Italian dining scenes of yesteryear. From chefs Drew Belline and Ford Fry, the menu showcases the likes of spicy rigatoni vodka and a bowl of meatballs in gravy plus remixed, throwback to classics like calamari marinara, cheesy garlic bread, Nonna-approved pizzas and pastas and secondi crowd-pleasers like chicken al limone and shrimp scampi – plus classic cocktails and a carefully curated wine list of American and Italian standouts. For more information on our Chef's Counter, please visit our website.

2. Murphy's

4.8

Exceptional(5547)

Price: Moderate

• American • Virginia Highland

Booked 77 times today

For over 40 years, Murphy's has ranked among Atlanta's best restaurants, famous for best brunch and creative lunch and dinner cuisine. Chef Matt McCarthy creates seasonal American menus with small plates to share, salads, and favorite entrees: Brisket, Salmon, Roasted Chicken, and Steaks. Our in-house Pastry Chef Kassie Ruffin, creates fresh pastries and desserts. Our retail wine shop provides outstanding wines to diners by the glass or bottle at value prices, with wine tastings, wine flight happy hours and wine dinners weekly and monthly. The decor combines exposed-brick walls with French café doors to divide tables among quiet spaces ideal for conversation, either inside the cozy dining room or outside on the patio. Valet parking during peak hours. Private dining available. Our Patio seating is first come, first served and seats only parties of 4 or less. Requests for patio seating are not guaranteed. Inclement weather will also cause us to close all patio seating.

3. TWO urban licks

4.7

Exceptional(12060)

Price: Expensive

• American • Poncey-Highland

Booked 35 times today

TWO Urban Licks' incredible wood-fired cuisine, live rotating rotisseries, unique 26 foot wine on tap barrel wall (the first in the country!), funky live blues, Beltline views and the "wow" design centered around the floor to ceiling Todd Murphy painting lit by a gas lamp wall make TWO truly one of a kind.The innovative, domestic and international, wine program consists solely of stainless steel barrels of wine displayed in a 26 foot, glass and steel, temperature controlled tower situated prominently in the restaurant. The Bar also boasts 4 in house draft cocktails, infusions and a state of the art beer program. TWO has garnered an abundance accolades including Conde Nast Traveler's "Hot List", Bon Appetit's "Hot 50 Tables" and one of Rachael Ray's "favorite restaurants" in the country by Instyle Magazine. Nominated locally year after year as "Best Restaurant Scene" and "best place to take an out of towner", guests keep coming back for dinner and weekend brunch!

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4. La Tavola Trattoria

4.8

Exceptional(4717)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Virginia Highland

Booked 54 times today

La Tavola translates to “the table” in Italian—a place where friends and families can gather anytime. Simple yet elegant dishes, classic sauces and creative entrees emphasize the true taste of Italy’s premier ingredients, complemented by a carefully chosen and extensive wine selection.La Tavola’s exposed brick, dark wood floors and rustic colors give the restaurant its authentic trattoria feel, while progressive touches hint at its innovative cuisine. And with indoor seating for 60 guests, a small bar and an outdoor covered patio for 40 or more, the space is just right for celebrating any occasion together.

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5. South City Kitchen Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(6974)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 56 times today

South City Kitchen Midtown serves Southern classics with a sophisticated spin from an iconic bungalow in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. Since opening more than two decades ago and changing the landscape of Southern cuisine and the Atlanta restaurant scene, we’ve been serving signature dishes like fried chicken and shrimp & grits alongside innovative, inspired regional cuisine.Our nationally-recognized food and wine list and service come together seamlessly for weekday lunch, weekend brunch, nightly dinner and group dining events.Whether you’re in Atlanta on business, enjoying a romantic night out on the town or meeting up with friends before a show, dine with us and enjoy the best contemporary southern food in Atlanta.

6. Whiskey Bird

4.8

Exceptional(211)

Price: Moderate

• American • Morningside-Lenox Park

Booked 23 times today

Whiskey Bird is a casual spot in Atlanta’s Virginia Highland/Morningside neighborhood serving Pacific Rim-inspired dishes and classic cocktails. What's popular? Our crispy brussels sprouts, yakitori, gyoza tacos, chopped salad, poke bowl, WB burger, panko-crusted chicken, and Thai steak and noodle salad all top the list. For brunch, our jumbo breakfast burritos, Hong Kong chicken and waffles, "bao benedict", and avocado toast always seem to hit the spot.

7. Beetlecat

4.7

Exceptional(3034)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Inman Park

Booked 22 times today

Featuring raw oysters and fresh seafood with international influences from executive chef Eddie Barrett, BeetleCat is a trendy restaurant and bar in Atlanta’s Inman Park neighborhood. The menu transports you to the New England coast at the upstairs dining room and oyster bar, while the downstairs Den lends itself to a 70s surf shack. Enjoy fresh air on one of the two patios, both upstairs and downstairs. BeetleCat is open nightly for dinner and offers brunch in the Den on Saturdays and Sundays.

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8. Longleaf Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(2165)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Midtown

Booked 64 times today

The two-level contemporary glass structure nestled next to Garden house in the heart of the Garden, offers full-service dining, a grab-and-go café, and a flexible space for educational programs, private rentals and special events. Guests dining inside will enjoy commanding views of the Anne Cox Chambers Southern Seasons Garden and Levy Parterre. Longleaf, focusing on seasonal ingredients and technique driven preparations, is an American Brasserie influenced restaurant serving classic French dishes along with seasonally inspired dishes in a relaxed setting. Enjoy our curated bar menu alongside our extensive wine list. We look forward to serving you soon

9. Parker's on Ponce

4.7

Exceptional(3568)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Decatur

Booked 24 times today

Owned by brothers John-Thomas and Christopher Scott, Parker's on Ponce is Decatur's first independently owned steakhouse. The Scott family has always been extremely involved in the local community, including local government. The restaurant is named after John-Thomas' 12 year old daughter, Parker. The whole family is often seen at the restaurant - it is not a business to them, but a home - and they treat guests of the restaurant as family as well.

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10. Anis Cafe and Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(5396)

Price: Expensive

• French • Buckhead

Booked 56 times today

Tucked away in a sleepy side street in the heart of Buckhead, Anis is located in a converted house that has been renovated to look and feel like one of many little charming restaurants that you are likely to find in the Provence region in the south of France. The menu is deeply rooted in the ingredients and aromas that give dishes from the French Mediterranean region their unique flavors. Anis is comprised of an inside dining room and an outside patio area that is available for seating year round, and a charming little bar where you may enjoy a meal if you wish. Widely known as one of the most romantic dining spots in the city, Anis is a great place to meet up with friends and can cater to large parties with ease. Reservations are accepted and encouraged.

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keisha
Atlanta Metro •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food and customer service has never failed us. Carlos was attentive to our table and he didn’t miss anything we needed. Thank you another lovely Sunday dinner
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TWO urban licksPrice: Expensive• American• Poncey-Highland
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4.7
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Michaelvip
South Carolina •157 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My wife is an exceptional cook and has a motto that reads : it’s not worth the calories , if something is not up to snuff. La Tavola is her favorite restaurant
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La Tavola TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Virginia Highland
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4.8
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Katie
Atlanta Metro •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had an early brunch reservation, and we had been here once before. We had the same server (who remembered us) and the food and drinks were fantastic. We had the clams and spaghetti, steak and eggs, and garlic cheesy bread. It was way more food than we could eat but it everything was rich and delicious. The vibes are elevated but chill. Highly recommend.
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no. 246Price: Moderate• Italian• Decatur
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4.8
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Adrianna
Asheville / Western North Carolina •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
What a surprising brunch experience! My partner and I were looking for somewhere that seemed a little different than the usual eggs/meat/potatoes combination you can find in so many places, and this place was it. The space is beautiful, the service was wonderful, and the food was even better than it sounded on the menu. They had a good crowd, but even so the noise level was mild. They suggest making reservations, and I would do so, just to be sure you secure a seat. You'll be sad to have to miss out on this place!
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South City Kitchen MidtownPrice: Expensive• Southern• Midtown
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4.7
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Destiny
Seattle / Eastern Washington •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We decided to give our favorite breakfast/brunch spot a visit on a Saturday after thanksgiving which could have been a risk but to our luck it wasn’t busy at all. Our waitress was as very attentive and our food came out fresh. The starter biscuits and muffins were a hit per usual. The sweet tea needs some work because it tasted like water and let’s be honest we’re in the south we love our sweet tea. Also I want to shout out to Brian for checking in on us and making sure our food and service was going well.
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Murphy'sPrice: Moderate• American• Virginia Highland
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4.8

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51 restaurants available nearby

1. no. 246

2. Murphy's

3. TWO urban licks

4. La Tavola Trattoria

5. South City Kitchen Midtown

6. Whiskey Bird

7. Beetlecat

8. Longleaf Restaurant

9. Parker's on Ponce

10. Anis Cafe and Bistro

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