The Best Atlanta Patios for Soaking up Spring
Spring has officially sprung, and we don’t know about you, but we believe there’s no better way of soaking up the sun than by lounging on a beautiful patio. All around Atlanta, people are tucking away their winter gear in favor of open-toed shoes, short sleeves and sundresses, as warmer days dawn. While the BeltLine often hails as the epicenter for outdoor lounging, we decided to pull together a guide to some of the best patios around Atlanta for soaking up the spring, so you don’t have to!
Buckhead Patios
The Americano
Visitors to the Italian steakhouse, The Americano, come for the top-quality food and stay for the spacious outdoor dining space. Day or night, guests can enjoy the patio, complete with wicker chairs with thick cushions and stone-topped tables, while they enjoy the Sommelier’s Pick of by-the-glass wine paired with their expansive menu. Featuring plates like aged steaks, freshly made pasta, organic seafood and other globally-inspired seasonal bites, The Americano has something for everyone. 3315 Peachtree Rd. NE, theamericanorestaurant.com/atlanta
Le Bon Nosh
With an all-day French-inspired menu complete with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch, Le Bon Nosh has a mission to “nourish both bodies and minds with quality, locally-sourced food and rich experiences.” Their modern minimalist outdoor patio, lined with plants, towering ceilings, fans and heaters, is the perfect spot to enjoy a bite during the spring. As the winner of the AIA Georgia 2023 Award for Interior Architecture, the atmosphere showcases warm inviting textures, velvet accents, flower arrangements and beautiful natural lighting. 65 Irby Avenue NW Ste 103, lebonnosh.com
Carmel
This spring, visit Carmel and be transported to a coastal oasis. Located in the ever-expanding Buckhead Village, Carmel draws inspiration from the coastlines of California, the Yucatan Peninsula and Founder Tal Baum’s upbringing along the Mediterranean. The full-service outdoor dining area offers guests an ambiance that fits the overall shoreside atmosphere, for gatherings over lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch and craft cocktails. With a focus on fresh seafood, the menu features expertly crafted dishes like hamachi pastor crudo, caviar, tuna tartare, and fresh oysters, all complemented by locally sourced ingredients. 3009 Bolling Way Ste G130, carmelatl.com
Vinings Patios
Live! At the Battery
Live! At the Battery might be the go-to place for sporting events, but did you know their lower and upper level wrap-around patios are the perfect spot for grabbing a bite before a Braves game? Complete with televisions on every corner, the 30,000 sq foot dining and entertainment space encompasses several distinct experiences for guests to enjoy; whether that be watching a game at Sports & Social, sipping on some brews at Blue Moon Beer Garden or riding the mechanical bull at PBR, guests can tailor their visit to exactly what they want out of their spring afternoon. 825 Battery Ave SE #600, liveatthebatteryatlanta.com
Canoe
Nestled alongside the beautiful Chattahoochee River, Canoe delivers fresh farm-to-table bites spanning everything from maple-marinated duck breast, foie gras parfait, and steak to Cornish game hen and whole-stuffed sea bass. For an elevated dining experience, visit their covered patio, described as a “natural yet manicured landscape” with colorful gardens and “meandering walkways that are the perfect spot for a before or after-dinner stroll.” 4199 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Atlanta, canoeatl.com
Midtown Patios
Serena Pastificio
With a menu focused on timeless scratch-made artisanal pasta and coastal seafood, Serena Pastificio is an upscale, yet inviting homage to the essence of Northern Italy. As a part of the up-and-coming Colony Square, cozy chairs, warm wood textures and greenery surround the modern outdoor patio, creating a natural and welcoming ambiance. With a menu made with locally sourced, high-quality ingredients, you’re invited to enjoy their covered outdoor patio while you nosh on a seasonal selection of dishes, like the burrata insalate, antipasti, veal-ricotta meatballs and octopus. 1197 Peachtree Street, Suite 140, serena-pastificio.com/locations/atlanta-ga
Old Fourth Ward Patios
Delbar
Situated in Inman Park with a name that translates to ‘heart, captured’ in Farsi, this Middle Eastern eatery and bar offers a selection of traditional Persian dishes infused with Israeli, Turkish and Lebanese influences, many of which are drawn from owner and native Iranian Fares Kargar’s family recipes. Delbar brings its open concept and natural interior to the outdoor patio, where guests can indulge in colorful and shareable spreads, small bites, meats, greens, grains and a bold selection of Persian-inspired cocktails. 870 Inman Village Parkway Northeast Ste 1, delbaratl.com
Nine Mile Station
Perched atop The Roof at Ponce City Market, the outdoor lounging space at Nine Mile Station offers expansive views of the entire city. With an indoor-outdoor patio layout serving classically-prepared cocktails, a curated wine list and tasty American bites, it’s the perfect place to catch a sunset on a warm day. Directly adjacent to the Skyline Park boardwalk, enjoy a game of mini golf or skeeball while taking in the Atlanta views. 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, 9milestation.com
Virginia-Highland Patios
Whiskey Bird
Located in Morningside, Whiskey Bird features two covered and heated patio sections. Sip on perfectly paired craft cocktails and Asian fusion bites, like the ahi tuna tartare, Peruvian chicken gyoza tacos, Hong Kong sliders, roasted cauliflower and okonomiyaki fries. With a selection of vegan offerings, salads, desserts and a kids menu, Whiskey Bird is the ultimate springtime destination for everyone to enjoy. 1409 North Highland Avenue, eatwhiskeybird.com
