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Best St. Louis 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 St. Louis.


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Annie Gunn's New American
14/20
16806 Chesterfield Airport Rd.
Chesterfield, MO 63005
636-532-3314 | Menu
Still strong after all this time, it’s steaks, potatoes and wine---all in fine renditions---at this restaurant. More...

Araka European
13/20
131 Carondelet Plaza
Clayton, MO 63105
314-725-6777 | Menu
This Clayton gem delights the eyes and the palate. More...

Atomic Cowboy Mexican
11/20
4140 Manchester Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-775-0775 | Menu
The Tex-Mex fare and rockin’ music give diners in The Grove a reason to kick up their heels. More...

Bar Italia Ristorante Italian
12/20
13 Maryland Plaza
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-361-7010 | Menu
Non-clichéd Italian in the always-happening Central West End. More...

BARcelona Tapas
13/20
34 N. Central Ave.
Clayton, MO 63105
314-863-9909 | Menu
Tapas continue to reign in Clayton, and this joint is jumping. More...

Broadway Oyster Bar Creole
12/20
736 S. Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-621-8811 | Menu
Happiness is a Cajun meal at this temple to the blues. More...

Cafe Ventana Coffeehouse
Quick Bite
3919 W. Pine Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-531-7500
A coffeehouse hangout with pillowy beignets and specialty cocktails served morning, noon and night. More...

Cielo Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Cielo, St. Louis, MO Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis
999 N. Second St.
St. Louis, MO 63102
314-881-5800 | Menu
Elevated Italian-American cuisine matches the scene at sky-high Cielo. More...

Cyrano's Desserts
11/20
603 E. Lockwood Ave.
Webster Groves, MO 63119
314-963-3232 | Menu
A dessert venue gets its groove on during happy hour, too. More...

Duff's Restaurant Eclectic
12/20
392 N. Euclid Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-361-0522 | Menu
Duff’s melds a casual atmosphere, satisfying menu and surprisingly good wine list. More...

1111 Mississippi California
13/20
1111 Mississippi Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63104
314-241-9999 | Menu
The Cal-Ital cuisine from this pleasant rehab draws traffic to Lafayette Square. More...

Franco French
13/20
Soulard Market Apartments
1535 S. Eighth St.
St. Louis, MO 63104
314-436-2500 | Menu
Grown-up French fare is served in a former baby-carriage factory. More...

Frazer's Eclectic
12/20
Dining Room at Frazer 1811 Pestalozzi St.
St. Louis, MO 63118
314-773-8646 | Menu
A pocket of global cuisine within shouting distance of the Budweiser brewery. More...

Grbic Eastern European
12/20
4071 Keokuk St.
St. Louis, MO 63116
314-772-3100 | Menu
A Bosnian hangout with an old-world feel and stick-to-your-ribs fare. More...

Harry's Contemporary
12/20
2144 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63103
314-421-6969 | Menu
Despite the noisy bar, there’s good food and a swell view. More...

John D. McGurk's Irish Pub Irish
12/20
Dining Room at John D. McGurk 1200 Russell Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63104
314-776-8309 | Menu
Tap into Irish beer and ale, eat hearty bar food and listen to the most authentic Irish music in town. More...

Liluma American
13/20
236 N. Euclid Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-361-7771 | Menu
The casual elegance of this Central West End bistro draws diners day and night. More...

Mike Shannon's Steak & Seafood Steakhouse
12/20
Dining Room at Mike Shannon 620 Market St.
St. Louis, MO 63101
314-421-1540 | Menu
Beef and baseball---it's a tradition. More...

Miso on Meramec Sushi
12/20
Dining Room at Miso on Meramec, Clayton, MO 16 N. Meramec Ave.
Clayton, MO 63105
314-863-7888 | Menu
A Clayton sushi lounge steps into the sunshine. More...

Molly’s American
11/20
808 Geyer St.
St. Louis, MO 63104
314-241-6200 | Menu
The huge courtyard is a major draw at this Soulard neighborhood hangout. More...

Mosaic Fusion
12/20
Curlee Building
1001 Washington Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63101
314-621-6001 | Menu
Fusion-style tapas served amid a see-and-be-seen vibe. More...

The Royale Eclectic
11/20
3132 S. Kingshighway Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63139
314-772-3600 | Menu
An old-style bar for a high-tech generation. More...

Sage Urban American Grill American
12/20
1031 Lynch St.
St. Louis, MO 63118
314-256-1203 | Menu
Sage proves to be more than a mere ingredient in turkey dressing. More...

Sanctuaria Tapas
11/20
4198 Manchester Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-535-9700 | Menu
Latin tapas and tasty cocktails deliver goodness to The Grove. More...

Sasha's Wine Bar Wine Bar
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Sasha 706C DeMun Ave.
Clayton, MO 63105
314-863-7274 | Menu
Its late-night hours and open atmosphere make Sasha's a favorite for vino lovers of all ages and persuasions. More...

Scape Modern American
11/20
48 Maryland Plz.
St. Louis, MO 63108
314-361-7227 | Menu
Scape ups the chic factor along Maryland Plaza. More...

Seamus McDaniel's American
11/20
1208 Tamm Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63139
314-645-6337 | Menu
An American favorite with neighborhood folks from 2 to 92. More...

Vin de Set French
12/20
Dining Room at Vin de Set, St. Louis, MO 2017 Chouteau Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63103
314-241-8989 | Menu
Favorite French dishes with a rooftop view of downtown. More...

Yemanja Brasil Brazilian
11/20
2900 Missouri Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63118
314-771-7457 | Menu
Samba down to Benton Park for a fine caipirinha (or just some soccer on TV). More...

 

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