Outdoor Dining
ATLANTA

Enjoy dining al fresco?  Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite, under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars. Be it a brunch in the breeze, sunset supper or long lunch, all of it tastes best outside. Visit a few of these top airy hot spots for the best outdoor dining in Atlanta.

Canoe Modern American
15/20
Dining Room at Canoe, Atlanta, GA 4199 Paces Ferry Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30339
770-432-2663
Natural beauty, refreshing breezes and fresh, contemporary cuisine come together here, on a stretch of the Chattahoochee River. More...

Carpe Diem American
11/20
Ice House Lofts
105 Sycamore Pl.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-687-9696
Casual and neighborhood-oriented; a good spot for a quick light snack or simple supper. More...

The Downwind American
11/20
Peachtree-DeKalb Airport
2000 Airport Rd.
Chamblee, GA 30341
770-452-0973
While watching lots of airfield activity, dine on burgers and good fish dishes. More...

Eclipse di Luna Spanish
12/20
Miami Circle Design District
764 Miami Cir.
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-846-0449
Spanish and Latin American cooking underlie the tapas, while the wines focus on choices from Spain. More...

Einstein's American
13/20
1077 Juniper St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-876-7925
Craftsman-style bungalows given a modern look to this Midtown restaurant. More...

Food 101 American
14/20
Dining Room at Food 101, Atlanta, GA 1397 N. Highland Ave. NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
404-347-9747
Food 101's American fare features Southern touches in an atmosphere that emphasizes comfort but retains a contemporary flair. More...

Fritti Italian
12/20
309 N. Highland Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30307
404-880-9559
Keeping a high level of quality and authenticity, Riccardo Ullio has brought a new meaning to the word "pizza." More...

Horseradish Grill Southern
13/20
4320 Powers Ferry Rd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30342
404-255-7277
A casual, modern art-filled dining room in a lush setting sets the stage for intriguing takes on Southern classics. More...

Java Monkey Coffeehouse
Quick Bite
205 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-378-5002
This quirky, student-studded coffeehouse shows just enough shabby chic to make it appealing. More...

Rathbun's Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Rathbun Stove Works
112 Krog St. NE, Ste. R
Atlanta, GA 30307
404-524-8280
Kevin Rathbun's racy restaurant is sure to draw diners from all over the Atlanta area for this American-eclectic food. More...

Ray's on the River Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Ray 6700 Powers Ferry Rd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30339
770-955-1187
Perched on the banks of the Chattahoochee River, Ray's on the River does notable seafood and steaks. More...

Redfish, a Creole Bistro Creole
14/20
687 Memorial Dr. SE
Atlanta, GA 30316
404-475-1200
Real Creole-Cajun fare stars at this casual bistro. More...

Ruth's Chris Steak House Steakhouse
13/20
Embassy Suites Hotel Atlanta
267 Marietta St. NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
404-223-6500
A classic New Orleans steakhouse, Ruth's Chris brings that Creole touch to steak. More...

Six Feet Under Seafood
11/20
685 11th St. NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
404-810-0040
Despite lacking the namesake view of the original, this location of Six Feet Under replicates its menu and spirit. More...

Swan Coach House Southern
12/20
Atlanta History Center
3130 Slaton Dr.
Atlanta, GA 30305
404-261-0636
Swan Coach House epitomizes the gracious lifestyle of early twentieth-century Atlanta. More...

Sycamore Grill American
12/20
5329 Mimosa Dr.
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
770-465-6789
American cuisine shows its Southern heritage in a nineteenth-century hotel in Stone Mountain Village. More...

TWO Urban Licks American
13/20
Dining Room at TWO Urban Licks, Atlanta, GA 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
404-522-4622
Go to the edge of the dining experience with this jazzy concept. More...

Village Tavern American
12/20
11555 Rainwater Dr.
Alpharetta, GA 30004
770-777-6490
Neighborhood-friendly for American cuisine and warm, rustic feel. More...

Wahoo! A Decatur Grill Contemporary
13/20
1042 W. College Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-373-3331
Wahoo is a casual neighborhood drop-in-when-you-can kind of place. More...

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