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Best New Orleans 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 New Orleans.


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Bayona Creole
14/20
Dining Room at Bayona, New Orleans, LA 430 Dauphine St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-525-4455 | Menu
Chef Susan Spicer’s cooking delights locals and visitors at Bayona. More...

Brennan's Creole
12/20
417 Royal St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-525-9711 | Menu
Dining at Brennan’s on a trip to New Orleans is simply a must. More...

Broussard's Creole
13/20
819 Conti St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-581-3866 | Menu
True Creole cooking tastes so much better in Broussard’s elegant French Quarter courtyard setting. More...

Cafe Amelie Creole
12/20
Dining Room at Cafe Amelie, New Orleans, LA 912 Royal St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-412-8965 | Menu
Café Amelie features one of the loveliest courtyards in the French Quarter --- ideal for outdoor dining. More...

Commander's Palace Creole
14/20
Dining Room at Commander 1403 Washington Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-899-8221 | Menu
Commander’s Palace remains the Grande Dame of Creole fine dining. More...

Dante's Kitchen Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at Dante 736 Dante St.
New Orleans, LA 70118
504-861-3121 | Menu
Cool and chic with contemporary cooking aptly describe Dante’s Kitchen. More...

Feelings Cafe Creole
11/20
2600 Chartres St.
New Orleans, LA 70117
504-945-2222 | Menu
Feelings provides a relaxing respite, just far enough removed from the hustle and bustle of the French Quarter. More...

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Pizza
13/20
95 French Market Pl.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-522-9500 | Menu
Pastas and thin, crispy crust pizza make LPK a local gem. More...

Martinique Bistro French
14/20
Dining Room at Martinique Bistro, New Orleans, LA 5908 Magazine St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
504-891-8495 | Menu | Photo
Martinique Bistro defines intimate, romantic dining in uptown New Orleans. More...

Mat & Naddie's Cafe Contemporary
14/20
937 Leonidas St.
New Orleans, LA 70118
504-861-9600 | Menu
Mat & Naddie’s is off the beaten path, but well worth finding. More...

Parkway Bakery & Tavern Bar
11/20
Dining Room at Parkway Bakery & Tavern, New Orleans, LA 538 Hagan Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70119
504-482-3047 | Menu
Authentic New Orleans po’ boys are served in one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods. More...

Sylvain American
11/20
625 Chartres St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-265-8123 | Menu
An old French Quarter carriage house makes a fine home for this chic gastropub. More...

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