Al Fresco Dining in Orlando
310 Lakeside, 310 Nona and 310 Park: All three sister restaurants have outdoor seating with gorgeous scenery. Lakeside: Downtown Orlando, (407) 373-0310 | Nona: Lake Nona, (407) 203- 1120 | Park South: Winter Park, (407) 647-7277
4 Rivers Smokehouse: Load up on Orlando’s best brisket and other barbecue goodness on the patio at Chef John Rivers’ flagship store. Winter Park, 844-474-8377
Bice Ristorante at The Loews Portofino Bay Hotel: Dine on Italian cuisine amid décor that’s influenced by Old World and modern styles. Universal, (407) 503-1415
Big Fin Seafood Kitchen: A covered patio and ceiling fans keep the heat at bay while you dive into Big Fin’s tasty seafood selections. Dr. Phillips, (407) 615-8888
blu on the Avenue: Eat outdoors in the heart of Winter Park with a menu that’s as chic as the environs. Winter Park, (407) 960-3778
Café Tu Tu Tango: This world-influenced eatery’s new outdoor patio is the perfect place to have a glass of their homemade sangria. International Drive, (407) 248-2222
Columbia Restaurant: Tampa’s renowned Columbia has an outpost in Celebration, where the patio overlooks the adjacent lake. Celebration, (407) 566-1505
Dexter’s: Dexter’s full menu is available on the pet-friendly patio at both of these locations. Thornton Park, (407) 648-2777 | Windermere, (407) 258-7028
Emeril’s Tchoup Chop: Feeling Polynesian? Go for lunch, dinner or just drinks at Emeril’s outdoor Tiki Patio. Universal, (407) 503-2467
FishBones: Not only is the Lake Mary location’s menu and happy hour available on their patio, but live entertainment is featured every weekend. Lake Mary, (407) 581-2399
Hard Rock Café: Rock out at Universal’s CityWalk courtesy of the Hard Rock’s RockBar patio. Universal, (407) 351-7625
Hollerbach’s Willow Tree Café: Traditional German cooking and an Old World vibe are even better when enjoyed in sidewalk seating. Sanford, (407) 321-2204
Johnnie’s Hideaway: Every weekend, their lakeside Tiki Deck features happy hour and live entertainment. Lake Buena Vista, (407) 827-1111
Kings Orlando: After a game of bowling, slide over to their outdoor patio for food, drinks and a view of the Orlando Eye. International Drive, (407) 363-0200
LaFayette’s: Southern food and live music can be had on the patio of LaFayette’s Orlando location. Pointe Orlando, (407) 930-1655
Mitchell’s Fish Market: Patio seating is available at this upscale seafood restaurant in Winter Park Village. Winter Park, (407) 339-3474
Paris Bistro: Street-side dining and a gorgeous Koi pond await diners at this popular Park Avenue eatery. Winter Park, (407) 671-4424
Relax Grill: For our money, Relax Grill’s Lake Eola setting can’t be beat, and as a bonus, the food is also good. Downtown, (407) 425-8440
Rocco’s Tacos: Taco ‘bout Rocco’s exquisite Mexican cuisine all you want at their lakeside seating options. Dr. Phillips, (407) 226-0550
Seasons 52: Fresh ingredients, fine wine and springtime outdoor dining can be had at both of Seasons 52’s local locations. Altamonte Springs, (407) 767-1252 | Dr. Phillips, (407) 354-5212
Seito Sushi: Seito is known for having some of the area’s best sushi, which can be experienced outside at their Baldwin Park location. Baldwin Park, (407) 898-8801
Shula’s 347 Grill: Don’t pass on this outside option, courtesy of famed football coach and restaurateur Don Shula. Lake Mary, (407) 531-3567
Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops: Spencer’s patio overlooks the Hilton Orlando’s bucolic pool area, and the steaks and chops are unforgettable. Pointe Orlando, (407) 313-4300
Spice Modern Steakhouse: A trip to this steakhouse is always a treat, and their Lake Eola view was meant to be enjoyed outdoors. Downtown, (407) 481-9533
Taboon Bistro: Take in cocktails, dinner or even a hookah on this Middle-Eastern restaurant’s patio. Dr. Phillips, (407) 270-4848
Taverna Opa: Explore the culinary wonders of the Mediterranean for lunch or dinner at Taverna Opa’s outdoor seating options. Dr. Phillips, (407) 351-8660
Trevi’s at Omni Orlando Resort: Sit outdoors in Trevi’s Italian herb garden for true local sourcing at its best. Champions Gate, (407) 390-6664, ext. 6564
Umi: Sushi and sake are always on the menu at this Park Avenue restaurant, and their outdoor seating is smoke-free. Winter Park, (407) 960-3993
Urban Flats: Perhaps sidewalk seating in quaint Winter Garden is what keeps this sole remainder of the former local chain going strong. Winter Garden, (407) 614-2765
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana: When the moon hits the Orlando Eye like a big pizza pie, this Italian eatery is the place to be for dinner or drinks. International Drive, (407) 745-4030