Best Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia.


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Alison at Blue Bell Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Alison at Blue Bell, Blue Bell, PA 721 Skippack Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
215-641-2660
Urban cuisine comes to the ’burbs at this seafood oriented gem. More...

Amada Tapas
15/20
Dining Room at Amada, Philadelphia, PA 217 Chestnut St., #219
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-625-2450
A true tapas spot with serious, well-executed Spanish cuisine. More...

Beau Monde French
14/20
Dining Room at Beau Monde, Philadelphia, PA 624 S. Sixth St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-592-0656
Pâtés, salads and mainly crêpes in stylish surroundings. More...

Bridget Foy's South Street Grill American
13/20
200 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-922-1813
Solid American fare in a comfortable South Street setting. More...

City Tavern American
14/20
Dining Room at City Tavern, Philadelphia, PA 138 S. Second St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-413-1443
Authentic eighteenth-century culinary history comes alive in the shadow of Independence National Historical Park. More...

Continental Mid-Town Eclectic
12/20
Dining Room at Continental Mid-Town, Philadelphia, PA 1801 Chestnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-567-1800
Bigger and badder than Stephen Starr's downtown Continental with the same affordable nibbles and chic cocktails. More...

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar Cuban
14/20
Dining Room at Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, Philadelphia, PA 10 S. 2nd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-627-0666
Enjoy pre-Castro ambience and cuisine at this Cuban eatery. More...

El Vez Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at El Vez, Philadelphia, PA 121 S. 13th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19107
215-928-9800
Tasty Mexican specialties in a kitschy, fun setting. More...

Gayle French
14/20
Dining Room at Gayle, Philadelphia, PA 617 S. Third St.
Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-922-3850
Gayle creates a buzz in a town passionate about dining. More...

Jamaican Jerk Hut Jamaican
13/20
1436 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19146
215-545-8644
Absolutely the place for Jamaican food in the city, but the seating is limited, so expect a wait. More...

Moshulu New American
15/20
Dining Room at Moshulu, Philadelphia, PA Penn's Landing
401 S. Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-923-2500
You're not seeing things---this is truly an old clipper ship decorated to match its Victorian origins, but with decidedly modern food. More...

XIX Nineteen Restaurant American
16/20
Dining Room at XIX Nineteen Restaurant, Philadelphia, PA Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue
200 S. Broad St.
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-790-1919
Stellar views and fresh seafood reach new heights at Nineteen. More...

The Oceanaire Seafood Room Seafood
14/20
700 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-625-8862
Set sail for a grand seafood experience. More...

Parc French
13/20
Park Rittenhouse
227 S. 18th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-545-2262
Chic brasserie adds another lively dining note to Rittenhouse Square. More...

Positano Coast Italian
13/20
212 Walnut St., 2nd fl.
Philadelphia, PA 19106
215-238-0499
A slice of the Amalfi Coast in Old City. More...

Rouge French
14/20
205 S. 18th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-732-6622
Rouge combines a lush ambience with food that is essentially American with classic influences. More...

Solaris Grille Contemporary
13/20
8201 Germantown Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19118
215-242-3400
A lively setting to enjoy contemporary seafood, grills and salads. More...

Tria Eclectic
Quick Bite
123 S. 18th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-972-8742
All things fermented, from wine and beer to cheeses, make this café stand out from the pack. More...

Twenty Manning American
14/20
261 S. 20th St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-731-0900
Chic café draws a very fashionable crowd for a lively bar scene and Asian-tinged fare. More...

White Dog Café Contemporary
14/20
3420 Sansom St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-386-9224
Community activism, organic and locally sourced global fare, and amenable service are the recipe for this unforgettable eatery. More...

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