Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Piedmont Heights

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1. La Grotta

4.9

Exceptional(3165)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Buckhead

Booked 37 times today

Serving the finest in Northern & Regional Italian Cuisine, La Grotta offers old world charm and friendly, first class service and is located in the heart of Buckhead. A local favorite since 1978, La Grotta has received Best of Atlanta Award from Atlanta magazine since the mid 1980’s, prestigious DiRONA and AAA Four Diamond Awards since the early 90's. La Grotta is tucked away in the heart of the Buckhead residential district and overlooks the lush gardens of the condo courtyard in which it is located. La Grotta literally means "the cave" in Italian and was named such for its cavernous and warm setting. The La Grotta staff is also well known and regarded for its vast knowledge of its customers, the food, diverse knowledge of languages (our staff speaks Italian, Spanish, French & German) and attention to detail. The menu specializes in Northern Italian cuisine with seasonal changes to reflect freshness of ingredients with a focus on locally grown produce.

2. 9 Mile Station

4.6

Exceptional(839)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 88 times today

9 Mile Station is located right off the Atlanta Beltline on the rooftop of Atlanta's historic Ponce City Market. Offering creative American grill cuisine with regional influences, our menus change regularly based on seasonality and product availability. The 9 Mile Station dining room incorporates an open-style kitchen where you can observe our chefs during your visit. Enjoy one of the best views of the Atlanta Skyline with our unrivaled cocktails here on The Roof at Ponce City Market!

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3. Le Colonial - Atlanta

4.8

Exceptional(2918)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Buckhead

Booked 70 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Chicago, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere of Buckhead Village. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.To enhance the experience of your visit we ask that you respect our dress code.Dress Code : Business CasualNo athletic wear or athletic attire, including designer, athletic line of any kind/brand, beach flip flops or any beach attire, tank tops (men), cut-offs, sweatpants, exposed undergarments and excessively revealing clothing for indoor and outdoor dining. No baseball caps/hats. Seasonal changes may apply.

4. The Optimist

4.7

Exceptional(9299)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Midtown

Booked 96 times today

The Optimist brings a seaside fish camp experience to landlocked Atlantans. The ever-changing menu features high-quality, sustainable seafood masterfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. From sophisticated, daily-catch dishes to crudos and beachside classics, chef-owner Ford Fry’s the Optimist transports guests to their favorite coastal haunts.

5. Yebo Beach Haus

4.7

Exceptional(2140)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern African • Buckhead

Booked 55 times today

Yebo Beach Haus is a trendy beach bungalow restaurant that provides a fresh take on New American Coastal Cuisine. Situated in the heart of Buckhead, the restaurant derives decor inspiration from various beach locations around the world, where diners often comment on feeling as though they have escaped to places like Los Angeles, Miami and Cape Town upon entry. Popular dishes like the Tuna Tataki, Red Butter Curry Halibut and Ostrich Bolognese showcase Yebo's unique and boldly flavorful twist on global dishes. The space includes a serene courtyard patio, large private dining room and plentiful indoor and outdoor bar seating. To enhance the dining experience for all of our guests, we ask that you respect our elegant dining dress code. We encourage that sweatpants, athletic attire, flip flops, shorts and cropped tops not be worn.Baseball hats are not permitted.

6. TWO urban licks

4.6

Exceptional(12210)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Poncey-Highland

Booked 65 times today

TWO Urban Licks' incredible wood-fired cuisine, live rotating rotisseries, unique 26 foot wine on tap barrel wall (the first in the country!), funky live blues, Beltline views and the "wow" design centered around the floor to ceiling Todd Murphy painting lit by a gas lamp wall make TWO truly one of a kind.The innovative, domestic and international, wine program consists solely of stainless steel barrels of wine displayed in a 26 foot, glass and steel, temperature controlled tower situated prominently in the restaurant. The Bar also boasts 4 in house draft cocktails, infusions and a state of the art beer program. TWO has garnered an abundance accolades including Conde Nast Traveler's "Hot List", Bon Appetit's "Hot 50 Tables" and one of Rachael Ray's "favorite restaurants" in the country by Instyle Magazine. Nominated locally year after year as "Best Restaurant Scene" and "best place to take an out of towner", guests keep coming back for dinner and weekend brunch!

7. Whiskey Bird

4.7

Exceptional(313)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Morningside-Lenox Park

Booked 29 times today

Whiskey Bird is a casual spot in Atlanta’s Virginia Highland/Morningside neighborhood serving Pacific Rim-inspired dishes and classic cocktails. What's popular? Our crispy brussels sprouts, yakitori, gyoza tacos, chopped salad, poke bowl, WB burger, panko-crusted chicken, and Thai steak and noodle salad all top the list. For brunch, our jumbo breakfast burritos, Hong Kong chicken and waffles, "bao benedict", and avocado toast always seem to hit the spot.Our outdoor seating is on an enclosed and heated patio.

8. Bistro Niko

4.8

Exceptional(10448)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Buckhead

Booked 91 times today

Bistro Niko is a nod to Paris, right in the heart of Buckhead. The modern French fare is authentic & simple, while the affordably priced wine list, exciting cocktails and extensive craft beer list ensure that everyone finds something to suit their tastes. Grand ceilings, art from Paris and a patio that overlooks Peachtree make Bistro Niko at once a destination and a neighborhood restaurant.

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9. Anis Cafe and Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(5562)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Buckhead

Booked 42 times today

Tucked away in a sleepy side street in the heart of Buckhead, Anis is located in a converted house that has been renovated to look and feel like one of many little charming restaurants that you are likely to find in the Provence region in the south of France. The menu is deeply rooted in the ingredients and aromas that give dishes from the French Mediterranean region their unique flavors. Anis is comprised of an inside dining room and an outside patio area that is available for seating year round, and a charming little bar where you may enjoy a meal if you wish. Widely known as one of the most romantic dining spots in the city, Anis is a great place to meet up with friends and can cater to large parties with ease. Reservations are accepted and encouraged.

10. Ecco Midtown

4.6

Exceptional(5053)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Midtown

Booked 25 times today

Ecco Midtown has been an Atlanta institution since being named Esquire’s "Best New Restaurant in America" in 2006. Since then, Ecco has built a reputation on serving up handcrafted and artisan flavors like hearth-fired pizzas, house-made pastas, and mouthwatering charcuterie boards to pair with an adventurous cocktail list and expertly curated cellar. With its open air patio, stylish yet unpretentious vibe, and enviable location in the heart of Atlanta, Ecco Midtown is the kind of place where every meal feels special.

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ToniVIP
Atlanta •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We went to La Grotta for my husband's birthday and loved everything about it, the ambiance, the service, and especially, the food. We agreed that the tiramisu was the best that we have tasted! We will be back...soon.
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La GrottaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Buckhead
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4.9
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Cindy
Atlanta •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a lovely experience at the restaurant last night. The service was impeccable. Our server was Donnie. He was so knowledgeable on all of the menu items and was so helpful and helping us to choose things that we would not normally have ordered. Donnie is quite an asset to the restaurant.
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The OptimistPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Midtown
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4.7
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PetrinaVIP
California Central Coast •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is a great place to take a group or a date. The view is amazing and I really liked the draft beers and the Filet Mignon.
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9 Mile StationPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown
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4.6
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Emily
Atlanta •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Adian provided outstanding service. My daughter and I were celebrating our birthdays and every made sure to give birthday wishes when they came to our table. The ambiance was stellar. The food tasted fabulous and the drinks were solid. We will definitely be back.
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Yebo Beach HausPrice: Expensive• Southern African• Buckhead
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4.7
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toni
Atlanta •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
As always le colonial is fantastic!!! The charm, the flavors and the service are top tier.
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Le Colonial - AtlantaPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Buckhead
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4.8

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