When the evenings start cooling off in Austin, the restaurant scene becomes hotter than ever. Enjoy your next meal (or cocktail) at one of the city's finest patios this fall. You don't need to pick between quality scenery and quality food — we're dishing out the best of the best when it comes to dining al fresco!
- Hillside Farmacy - 1209 E 11th St | 512-628-0168 | Website
Enjoy an evening on the patio at Hillside Farmacy, one of the East Side’s most picturesque restaurants. Try their fresh oysters, the pharmacy plate or one of their craft cocktails. - Joann’s Fine Foods - 1224 S Congress Ave | 512-358-6054 | Website
Shaded with lush landscaping right on South Congress, the patio at Joann’s Fine Foods can’t be beat. Stop by for a happy hour cocktail or plate of comfort food! - Last Straw - 1914 E 6th St | 512-354-1480
Serving “vacation by the hour”, Last Straw has one of the East Side’s best new patios. Sip on a tiki cocktail during happy hour or grab a hearty plate from their inspired kitchen in the evening with a loved one. - She’s Not Here - 440 W 2nd St | 512-888-1970
This Pacific Asian cocktail bar and kitchen is known for their fun cocktails and thoughtful menu. Grab a friend and head to their patio for a spring treat on their spacious patio. - Lou’s Bodega - 1900 E Cesar Chavez St | 512-660-5171
Weekly happy hour is more fun at this colorful bodega! With everything from grab-and-go breakfast snacks to sandwiches and rotisserie specials, this space is the perfect neighborhood hang. - Carpenters Hall - 400 Josephine St | 512-675-5020 | Website
With the slogan “A neighborhood spot that just happens to be in a hotel”, it’s no wonder why this restaurant is making waves! Enjoy their community patio and some comfort food with friends. - Dean’s One Trick Pony - 11 E Cesar Chavez St | 512-473-1570 | Website
Casual food and booze can be found at Dean’s One Trick Pony, a new restaurant at The Line Hotel. The patio is dog friendly, so bring your furry friend with you while you spend the spring enjoying bar snacks and creative cocktails! - Hank’s - 5811 Berkman Dr | 512-609-8077 | Website
Dine on a beautifully-shaded patio lined with cozy booth and chair seating at Hank’s. With enough space for larger groups, pups and children, you can’t go wrong with this California-style comfort food. - Perla's - 1400 S Congress Ave | 512-291-7300 | Website
The iconic striped umbrellas of Perla's are perched on a deck overlooking the hustle and bustle of South Congress. - Launderette - 2115 Holly St | 512-382-1599 | Website
Stepping onto the patio of Launderette feels like stepping back in time to a wonderfully retro 1950's eatery. - Josephine House - 1601 Waterston Ave | 512-477-5584 | Website
This Clarksville charmer is a casual yet trendy take on new American dining. - Tiny Boxwoods - 1503 W 35th | 512-220-0698 | Website
Eat your breakfast or lunch on the lush green patio of this charming upscale-casual eatery. - Culinary Dropout - 11721 Rock Rose #100 | 512-777-3394 | Website
Located in the center of Domain Northside next to a sprawling green, this craft culinary experience has the perfect menu of creative bar-inspired entrees. - The Grove - Various Locations | Website
This relaxed patio serves up thin-crust pizza and new American cuisine overlooking the beautiful Texas Hill Country. - P6 - 111 E Cesar Chavez St | 512-473-1566 | Website
Chic and inviting, P6’s sixth-story vantage point gives guests a sweeping view of Lady Bird Lake, the skyline and Congress Avenue. The eatery, part of Line Hotel, blends intimate dining with Mediterranean cuisine. - Bar Peached - 1315 W 6th St | 512-992-0666 | Website
Asian-Southern cuisine meets crave-worthy comfort foods at Bar Peached. Enjoy a fresh cocktail and flavorful, Korean-inspired plate at the old home of Winflo this spring.
Hunger not satisfied? Take a look at Austin blogger Jane Ko’s list of the 23 best restaurants with patios. Tweet us at @morelandprops or stop by the Moreland Properties Facebook Page to let us know where you like to dine al fresco!
