An outdoor dining guide to Washington D.C.

Updated June 8, 2023
Al is collecting the best places to eat and drink outdoors in Washington D.C. Discover breezy, chilled out patios, lively beer gardens and secluded gardens.
Lush green patios with vines and herb gardens are the perfect setting for New American cuisine.
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Relaxed beer garden outfitted with games, firepits and a great drink selection.
Garden
Heated
Casual bottle focused wine bar with 3 patios and Southwestern inspired bites.
Garden
Heated
Patio
Streetery
Trendy spot for shareable small plates and a heady wine list from producers around the world.
Garden
Charming spot serving elevated Italian and Greek inspired small plates in a beautiful patio space.
Awning
Garden
Heated
Secret and secluded bar is a lush oasis in the heart of the city. Sip on freshing cocktails alongside coastal inspired bites.
Firepit
Garden
Effortlessly cool and relaxed hotel with expansive rooftop lounge and secret garden restaurant.
Garden
Rooftop
Staple American comfort eats with a Southern twist famed for their tots and mac & cheese.
Garden
Heated
Patio
Slick bar and garden featuring natural, low intervention wines, unique beers and well crafted cocktails.
Garden
Heated
Covered
Warm and welcoming neighborhood wine garden with light bites.
Garden
Heated
Family owned coffee shop specializing in Guatemalan coffee and small batch roasts.
Garden
Covered
Modern American cuisine is served in a historic garden setting.
Garden
Heated
Light and fluffy Roman-style pies with hand pulled mozzarella.
Garden
Heated
Patio