An outdoor dining guide to Philadelphia

Updated June 18, 2023
Al is collecting the best places to eat and drink outdoors in Philadelphia. Discover lively patios, hidden backyards or the perfect rooftop bar for golden hour.
Sizeable Germantown brewery with a large selection of beer styles and rotating food trucks.
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Patio
Savor Napoletana style pizza, house-made pasta and more at this cozy spot along the banks of the Schuylkill River.
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A trendy Mexican restaurant that features a modern approach to Mexican food and beverages.
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Lively rooftop taqueria and bar serving Mexican dishes and drinks with a view.
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Rooftop
Stylish 60s styled restaurant and bar with global inspired bites and plates.
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Rooftop
Eclectic English pub with seasonal takes on British classics. Don't miss the roast dinner on Sundays!
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Sidewalk
Bright and cheerful Mediterranean dishes! Plenty of vegetable options, mezze and kebabs of your choice.
Awning
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Sidewalk
Seasonal Middle Eastern restaurant with a lively patio. Perfect smaller plates or large shareable platters.
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Sidewalk
Authentic neighborhood tavern with something for everyone! Elevated farm to table food sits alongside innovative drinks. Don't miss the smash burger!
Awning
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Sidewalk
Charming easy-going restaurant featuring a variety of classic Italian dishes and wines. BYOB available - no corkage fee.
Awning
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Trendy neighborhood resetaurant and bottle shop where wood-fired pizza and natural wine take center stage.
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Streetery
Innovative riffs on American comfort at this contemporary all day cafe.
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Sleek bar to explore wines from around the world, paired with delicious bites in a chilled out atmosphere.
Awning
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Homely red-sauce Italian dishes at this kitschy styled family-run restaurant.
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Sidewalk
Streetery
All-American craft beers and comfort food in a casual, friendly pin-up themed bar and restaurant in Center City, Philadelphia.
Awning
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Sidewalk
A beer lover’s paradise with a variety of bottles, cans, and drafts to choose from alongside hearty plates.
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Sidewalk
Streetery
World-class handmade pastas in the heart of the Italian Market district. Simple well-executed menu with a buzzy bottle list.
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Streetery
Casual yet refined hotspot where guests have been savoring American comfort classics since 1978.
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Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria with neighborhood style. Lots of options beyond the pie and an expansive drinks menu.
Awning
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Sidewalk
A modern American restaurant that serves seasonal and contemporary cuisine and an eclectic wine list. Enjoy the views of historic Old City
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Streetery
Urban winery, restaurant and live music venue. Enjoy locally made wine and small plates.
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Celebrate the blend of Mexican, Chinese and Californian flavors. Don't miss the chicken tinga egg rolls!
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Local pub and restaurant with a rotating beer list and always popular burgers.
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Welcoming neighborhood bar and bistro serving craft beer and classic pub plates.
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Streetery
Elevated Italian restaurant and bar with handmade pasta, craft cocktails and wine list.
Awning
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American meets Mediterranean meets Middle Eastern at this cozy BYOB spot.
Awning
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Trendy late-night cantina serving Tex-Mex classics and frozen cocktails.
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Streetery
Dry-rubbed BBQ specialists. Meats are sold by the pound alongside classic sides.
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Modern convivial biergarten with a variety of beers on tap, sausages and warm pretzels.
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Experience local beer, food and music at this historic bar and restaurant in Fishtown.
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Sustainable restaurant and raw bar specialzing in seafood and fresh pastas.
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Discover why this is the best pizza in town with speciality pies and a curated natural wine list.
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A former whiskey factory turned restaurant where wood-fired pizzas and shareable plates drive the menu.
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Streetery
A restaurant that celebrates the vibrancy of Baja-Mexico from grilled dishes and cocktails, to a curated book store and art gallery.
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Mexican cuisine rooted in traditional ingredients and methods, but with a focus on a modern and sustainable future.
Awning
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Enjoy local beer, food and spirits at this charming bar with a nod to the past.
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Brooklyn-based brewery offering inventive beers, burgers and snacks.
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Rotating selection of craft beers, creative sandwiches and plenty of sardines.
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A South Philly favorite for authentic Mexican fare, tequila based drinks and a sun-drenched patio.
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Welcoming tapas bar inspired by the flavors of Spain. Settle in with a glass of Albariño and a plate of jamón.
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Taco-truck meets cantina. Enjoy the tacos, margs and good vibes!
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Experience the joie de vivre at this authentic French cafe serving speciality coffee, freshly baked goods and gourmet breakfast and lunch.
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Iconic Mexican restaurant and mezcal bar with lush patio. Sit by the fire or enjoy your meal by the fountain.
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