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.
Brasserie and raw bar putting an American spin on French classics. Expansive gin and cocktail menu!
Patio
Inviting raw bar and seafood restaurant serving classic coastal favorites.
Awning
Sidewalk
Crisp roman-style pizzas and pastas are the stars at this stylist BYOB restaurant.
Sidewalk
Streetery
Homely red-sauce Italian dishes at this kitschy styled family-run restaurant.
Heated
Sidewalk
Streetery
Southern comfort with a French spin! BYOB and enjoy a croque madame, duck confit or the ratatouille.
Sidewalk
Fun and photogenic bar with extravagant burgers, pizza, boozy milkshakes and a full cocktail menu.
Sidewalk
Bright and cheerful Mediterranean dishes! Plenty of vegetable options, mezze and kebabs of your choice.
Awning
Heated
Sidewalk
Savor the flavors of France at this classic bistro serving onion soup, escargots and steak tartare.
Awning
Sidewalk
Chic bistro perfect for people watching serving updated American dishes.
Awning
Sidewalk
Sleek bistro serving seasonal French cuisine alongside an innovative natural wine list.
Streetery
Vibrant neighborhood restaurant featuring modern American cuisine.
Sidewalk
Eclectic English pub with seasonal takes on British classics. Don't miss the roast dinner on Sundays!
Heated
Sidewalk
Stylish 60s styled restaurant and bar with global inspired bites and plates.
Heated
Rooftop
Lively rooftop taqueria and bar serving Mexican dishes and drinks with a view.
Heated
Rooftop
Well made American classics from locally sourced ingredients. Don't miss the cheesesteak.
Sidewalk
Seasonal Middle Eastern restaurant with a lively patio. Perfect smaller plates or large shareable platters.
Heated
Sidewalk
Authentic neighborhood tavern with something for everyone! Elevated farm to table food sits alongside innovative drinks. Don't miss the smash burger!
Awning
Heated
Sidewalk
Charming easy-going restaurant featuring a variety of classic Italian dishes and wines. BYOB available - no corkage fee.
Awning
Heated
Sidewalk
Trendy neighborhood resetaurant and bottle shop where wood-fired pizza and natural wine take center stage.
Heated
Streetery
Elevated mid-Atlantic cuisine at this elegant University City restaurant.
Sidewalk
American bistro with a French-inspired menu offering seasonal, ingredient-inspired dishes based on a classic
Awning
Sidewalk
Cool casal spot slinging pies, sammys and salads across from Clark Park.
Sidewalk
Modern farm-to-table steakhouse focusing on sustainability. Enjoy wagyu beef and a curated wine list.
Patio
A contemporary take on Cantonese food with small plates and innovative cocktails.
Rooftop
All day brunch cafe serving up breakfast classics and speciality french toasts.
Sidewalk
Celebrate the blend of Mexican, Chinese and Californian flavors. Don't miss the chicken tinga egg rolls!
Heated
Patio
Linger over seasonal American fare and cocktails at this historic stable turned restaurant.
Sidewalk
Seasonal Northern Italian cuisine by James Beard award winning chef in a rustic upscale setting.
Patio
Rustic Southern Italian cuisine with a focus on sustainability. Unique setting at the Dvine Lorraine Hotel.
Patio
Friendly spot for fresh and local foods. Enjoy house-made seasonal dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Sidewalk
Southern style comfort food, BBQ and drinks in a 19th century firehouse.
Sidewalk
A trendy Mexican restaurant that features a modern approach to Mexican food and beverages.
Heated
Patio
Italian-American wood-fired fare is the star of this lively Center City spot with dishes to suit everyone.
Awning
Sidewalk
Well-executed american dishes at this elegant and warm Washington Square eatery.
Garden
Fun neighborhood spot with a French-inspired menu, classic cocktails and chalkboard specials.
Awning
Sidewalk
World-class handmade pastas in the heart of the Italian Market district. Simple well-executed menu with a buzzy bottle list.
Heated
Streetery
BYOB buzzy counter service ramen spot. No reservations so get here early!
Garden
Casual yet refined hotspot where guests have been savoring American comfort classics since 1978.
Heated
Patio
Covered
Authentic Neapolitan pizzeria with neighborhood style. Lots of options beyond the pie and an expansive drinks menu.
Awning
Heated
Sidewalk
A modern American restaurant that serves seasonal and contemporary cuisine and an eclectic wine list. Enjoy the views of historic Old City
Heated
Sidewalk
Streetery
American classics done well in the heart of Old City at this cozy bistro.
Sidewalk
American meets Mediterranean meets Middle Eastern at this cozy BYOB spot.
Awning
Heated
Patio
Elevated Italian restaurant and bar with handmade pasta, craft cocktails and wine list.
Awning
Heated
Patio
Trendy late-night cantina serving Tex-Mex classics and frozen cocktails.
Heated
Covered
Sidewalk
Streetery
Friendly vibes and fresh menu at this all day New American cafe and restaurant.
Awning
Garden
Discover why this is the best pizza in town with speciality pies and a curated natural wine list.
Heated
Patio
Covered
Sustainable restaurant and raw bar specialzing in seafood and fresh pastas.
Heated
Patio
Covered
A former whiskey factory turned restaurant where wood-fired pizzas and shareable plates drive the menu.
Garden
Heated
Sidewalk
Streetery
Dry-rubbed BBQ specialists. Meats are sold by the pound alongside classic sides.
Heated
Patio
Lebanese restaurant and market serving authentic dishes from heritage recipes.
Garden
A restaurant that celebrates the vibrancy of Baja-Mexico from grilled dishes and cocktails, to a curated book store and art gallery.
Heated
Patio
A Fishtown gem with a full-service restaurant and bar offering soulful, retro-American cuisine and a rotating beer selection.
Patio
Mexican cuisine rooted in traditional ingredients and methods, but with a focus on a modern and sustainable future.
Awning
Heated
Patio
Savor Napoletana style pizza, house-made pasta and more at this cozy spot along the banks of the Schuylkill River.
Heated
Patio
Covered
Riverside cafe serving light bright fare for day and chef-driven plates for evening.
Firepit
Patio
Taco-truck meets cantina. Enjoy the tacos, margs and good vibes!
Heated
Patio
Iconic Mexican restaurant and mezcal bar with lush patio. Sit by the fire or enjoy your meal by the fountain.
Garden
Heated
Experience the fire and smoke of wood-fired cuisine and drinks at this rustic restaurant.
Sidewalk
A South Philly favorite for authentic Mexican fare, tequila based drinks and a sun-drenched patio.
Heated
Patio
Covered
All day Southern cafe with comfortable and friendly vibe.
Sidewalk
Come for the sweeping views but stay for the Sicilian inspired menu and handmade pasta.
Rooftop
All-day Mexican spot with big flavors and even bigger cemitas.
Awning
Sidewalk