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Best Detroit 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 Detroit.


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Andiamo Dearborn Italian
13/20
21400 Michigan Ave.
Dearborn, MI 48124
313-359-3300 | Menu
Zesty Italian cuisine, plus live music on select nights, in the heart of Dearborn. More...

Big Rock Chophouse Steakhouse
13/20
245 S. Eton St.
Birmingham, MI 48009
248-647-7774 | Menu
Located in the historic Birmingham Train Station, this meat-centric restaurant is a good stop for a house-brewed beer. More...

Cafe Cortina Italian
12/20
30715 W. 10 Mile Rd.
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
248-474-3033
A fireside table and romantic touches elevate this Italian restaurant to out-of-the-ordinary status. More...

Compari's on the Park Italian
10/20
350 S. Main St.
Plymouth, MI 48170
734-416-0100 | Menu
This bright and cheerful spot offers a menu that runs through the lexicon of Italian-American dishes. More...

The Lark American
15/20
6430 Farmington Rd.
West Bloomfield, MI 48322
248-661-4466 | Menu
Honey-crisp, Chinese oven-roasted duck stars at The Lark. More...

Nemo's Bar & Grill American
10/20
Dining Room at Nemo 1384 Michigan Ave.
Detroit, MI 48226
313-965-3180 | Menu
Tiger Stadium may be gone, but this sports bar lives on with an inexpensive, basic burger and chili menu. More...

Oak City Grille American
13/20
212 W. Sixth St.
Royal Oak, MI 48067
248-556-0947 | Menu
A cheery spot on the rim of downtown Royal Oak’s nightlife scene with homey dishes on the menu. More...

Portofino Italian
13/20
3455 Biddle Ave.
Wyandotte, MI 48192
734-281-6700 | Menu
Casual riverfront dining in the form of Italian fare, steaks and seafood. More...

Rattlesnake Club Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Rattlesnake Club, Detroit, MI Stroh River Place
300 River Place Dr.
Detroit, MI 48207
313-567-4400 | Menu
A longtime Detroit culinary destination with riverfront outdoor dining in summer. More...

Sindbad's Seafood
12/20
100 St. Clair Ave.
Detroit, MI 48214
313-822-7817 | Menu
Enjoy great river views and everything from perch to burgers at this family-run spot with more than 50 years of experience. More...

Tom's Oyster Bar Seafood
13/20
318 S. Main St.
Royal Oak, MI 48067
248-541-1186 | Menu
Located in a small storefront, Tom’s hooks its clientele with good fish and seafood dishes---especially oysters. More...

The Whitney French
13/20
4421 Woodward Ave.
Detroit, MI 48201
313-832-5700 | Menu
Elaborate menu offerings may be found at one of Detroit’s most elegant dining settings. More...

 

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