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Best Atlanta Outdoor Dining


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.


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Canoe Modern American
15/20
Dining Room at Canoe, Atlanta, GA 4199 Paces Ferry Rd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30339
770-432-2663
On the banks of the Chattahoochee River, Canoe takes full advantage of its lush environment. More...

Carpe Diem American
12/20
Ice House Lofts
105 Sycamore Pl.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-687-9696
Head to Carpe Diem for a quick light snack or simple supper on the patio in nice weather. More...

Decatur Diner Diner
11/20
205 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-377-8787
Decatur finally gets its 24-hour diner, bright with neon and offering comfort fare. 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...

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...

Horseradish Grill Southern
13/20
4320 Powers Ferry Rd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30342
404-255-7277
Southern classics from the coast to the bayou define this contemporary restaurant. More...

La Grotta Italian
16/20
Dining Room at La Grotta, Atlanta, GA Peachtree House Condominium
2637 Peachtree Rd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
404-231-1368
Romance and business dining both find a comfort zone in this classic Italian restaurant. More...

Leon's Full Service American
13/20
131 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-687-0500
From snacks to sandwiches to full meals and the brews to go with them, Leon’s has our full attention. More...

Linger Longer Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Linger Longer Steakhouse, Greensboro, GA The Ritz-Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation
1 Lake Oconee Trail
Greensboro, GA 30642
706-467-7234
Resort guests and patrons from the nearby residential community make Linger Longer the place for steaks. More...

Livingston Restaurant + Bar American
15/20
Dining Room at Livingston Restaurant + Bar, Atlanta, GA The Georgian Terrace
659 Peachtree St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
404-897-5000
This fine hotel restaurant honors former Atlanta Mayor Livingston Mims, famous for his hospitality and love of food and wine. More...

The Marlay House Irish
13/20
Dining Room at The Marlay House , Decatur, GA 429 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-270-9950
A touch of the old sod in metro Atlanta, The Marlay House offers Irish comfort fare, including Irish breakfast. More...

Paces 88 American Bistro American
13/20
Dining Room at Paces 88 American Bistro, Atlanta, GA The St. Regis Atlanta
88 W. Paces Ferry Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30305
404-563-7910
Elegant interior design and snappy professional service. More...

Parker's on Ponce Steakhouse
12/20
Watkins Building
1161 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-924-2230
Independently owned Parker’s on Ponce steakhouse offers a varied menu and well-priced steaks. More...

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

Ray's on the River Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Ray 6700 Powers Ferry Rd. NW
Atlanta, GA 30339
770-955-1187
Seafood and steaks are the specialty at Ray's on the River, perched on the banks of the Chattahoochee River. 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 offers its own rooftop view. 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...

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...

Wahoo! A Decatur Grill American
12/20
1042 W. College Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
404-373-3331
Pam Ledbetter's casual, neighborhood Wahoo! is a drop-in-when-you-can kind of place. More...

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