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.
Elegant California inspired eatery with a gin-centric cocktail menu.
Awning
Patio
Head up to the roof of this Italian trattoria for the best views in DC and cozy firepits.
Firepit
Rooftop
Head to this dramatic waterfront restaurant for elevated Mexican home style dishes.
Sidewalk
Cool Vietnamese restaurant takes a modern approach to traditional fare.
Heated
Patio
Waterfront restaurant for lobster rolls, grilled fish and a full raw bar.
Awning
Patio
Refined riverfront terrace specialising in wood-fired fare, fresh seafood and oysters.
Awning
Heated
Patio
All-day hotspot for coffee, craft cocktails and locally sourced eats.
Patio
Light and fluffy Roman-style pies with hand pulled mozzarella.
Garden
Heated
Patio
Quintessential neighborhood restaurant serving up American classics like meatloaf, burgers and fried chicken.
Patio
Rooftop restaurant in the heart of Old Town for lobster rolls, grilled fish and a full raw bar.
Covered
Rooftop
Family friendly chilled out eatery offering comfort classics all day.
Heated
Patio
Multi-vendor beer garden with cabanas, tiki bars, games and tacos. Something for everyone!
Patio
Bustling neighborhood coffee house, bakery and wine bar with spacious front patio.
Patio
Contemporary Mexican food and tequila based drinks at this sleek spot.
Covered
Rooftop
Sustainably sourced, healythy seafood is the star at this restaurant that's always a good time.
Patio
Cheerful modern pizzeria slinging wood-fired pies, craft beer and innovative cocktails.
Heated
Patio
Covered
The largest patio in Arlington! Enjoy craft beers, German style snacks and a lively atmosphere.
Patio
Covered
Spacious outdoor patio with pups, picnic tables and pints!
Patio
Relaxed bistro with a set menu of salad, sirloin steak and fries.
Patio
Stylish neighborhood restaurant and wine store with a modern industrial vibe.
Patio
Mussels are the star of the show at this laid back seafood focused eatery.
Patio
Spanish cuisine is served with panache at this spot celebrating all of the reginional flavors of Spain.
Heated
Patio